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Six Games That Show the PS3 is an FPS Powerhouse

Console shooters once were the key to the Xbox's success, but Sony has struck back with a number of high-quality titles.

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Bill Gates6284d ago

The PS3 is a power house, but don't worry BABOONS you monkeys still have the power shack...AHAHAHHAHHA

360_Rules6283d ago

Resistance didn't do so good against Gears now did it! :D

Shaka2K66284d ago

Resistance,cod4 (best on PS3) and UT3 destroy any shooter on the x360 ever.

And now we got Haze,Killzone 2 and Resistance 2 for 2008,
the xbug 3rd60 cant even compete againts PS3 on what the are best at playing shooters lmao.

Kaz Hirai6284d ago

Those Xbot PIGS do not deserve to touch my marvellous console!!!
No Xbot PIGS allowed!! MWAH-HA-HA-HA!!!!

Lagbox plzfixme6284d ago

HAHAHA LAGBOX PLZFIXME HAVE FUN IN TEXAS GETTING REPAIRED WHILE IM PLAYING THESE GAMES!! HAHAHAHAA

resistance1006284d ago

'Another exciting shooter that Sony was able to pick up timed exclusivity for,'

They don't even know that its a full exclusive?

Fat Bastard6284d ago

Dude, it is too a full exclusive. There was a rumor that it would go to 360 but when the devs announced one of the delays, they also said that it would be a complete PS3 exclusive.

InMyOpinion6284d ago

How can they show anything when 3 out of the 5 FPS's mentioned in the article aren't even released yet? The games do look good but let's not get ahead of ourselves.

cain1416284d ago

They may not be out yet, but one can reasonably predict that sequels will sell at least around the same as the predecessor.

It still is a good showing of games that are coming. I still haven't purchased my PS3, but these games make me want to even more.

TheExecutive6284d ago

i agree, we shouldnt get ahead of ourselves but I can almost guarantee (with as much certainty as I have ever had about a sequel) that R2 will kick some major a$$. I could be totally wrong, but I highly doubt it.

Killzone 2 isnt just a game for sony; its an experiment. They really do have A TON of resources pouring into this game. Insomniac and many other studios have been noted as pitching in effort for this game. It seems as though they are really trying to figure out what their hardware can and cannot do. So, from Sony's perspective, if Killzone2 flops they will still get quite a bit out of it. I will bet anyone that many tools that are being used in Killzone2 will be distributed among the various 1st party studios of Sony.

From a gamers perspective, if Killzone2 flops I am gonna be really pissed.

On to Haze. This game is either going to make it or it isnt. Its either going to be a 'good' game (as in NOT great) or its going to be an average fps with a different twist. My vote is on the latter. Its going to be another Turok (but look much better).

Honeal2g6284d ago

i think they need to make a fps controller.... a controller designed for fps cause the analog sticks arent design for that. are there any 3rd person controllers that? never thought about it

jackdoe6284d ago (Edited 6284d ago )

@Executive
Many of the techniques generated by Guerilla for KZ2 have already reared their heads in PS3 development. Uncharted had great self-shadowing, a product of Guerilla R&D. KZ2 will at least be a technical showcase for what the PS3 can do. As for Haze, I have virtually no anticipation for the game. None of the showings have impressed me. You are right about Resistance 2 though. It will kick major ass. KZ2 is a big unknown. The original KZ and Shellshock Nam were not exactly gems. KZ Liberation was pretty good so there is hope for KZ2 yet.
@Honeal2g: I have no issues with the PS3 controller and FPSs. I managed to play CoD 4 on the PS3 and 360 without having to adjust to either controller. It just plays that well on both pads.

TheExecutive6284d ago

@Jack

I didnt know that Uncharted had some of GG R&D. Thats good news and even strengthens my point about it being more than just a game.

As for the pad... I would like them to switch the D-pad with the left analog stick. I think that would be a definite step in the right direction.

jackdoe6284d ago

@Executive: Forgot to mention. The 360 pad does work on the PS3. The PS3 recognizes it as a controller for some games. The joys of having a USB controller port.

gonzopia6284d ago

@Honeal2g
I like the PS3 controller much better than the 360 controller for one major reason - the symmetry. I find the offset analog sticks more difficult to use (in FPS games).

dragunrising6284d ago

Kontrolfreek is making a fps add on for 360 controllers. ( http://www.kontrolfreek.com... Perhaps they will make a peripheral for PS3 controllers as well. I think there was something about kontrolfreek in news a couple of days ago... :-p

HeartlesskizZ6284d ago

If you think the PS3 sixaxis is not for FPS at all then why not jump in for a game in COD4 so I can prove you wrong....

BloodySinner6284d ago

Why don't you disable the aim assist and say that again?

sonarus6283d ago

honestly speakin the ps3 controller is fine. The difference between the two controllers in an fps is simply too small granted the 360 controller may be tighter but playing against someone who is accustomed to the ps3 controller if you believe you can beat him because you have a 360 controller as advantage you are simply fooling yourself. The bottom line is ps3 has great shooters and maybe it would play better on 360 controller, however the greatness of the game easily overshadows the minimal advantage the 360 controller has

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Relin6284d ago

If Halo hadn't become so ridiculously successful, it's possible that the industry wouldn't have started exploring the genre as much as it has. I guess Halo is good for something ;)

RecSpec6284d ago

Then again if Medal of Honor hadn't been so successful we wouldn't be swimming in WWII titles either.

rofldings6284d ago

Halo? There have been "ridiculously successful" FPSs before Halo, and most were A LOT better.

Relin6284d ago

Yeah, I'm certainly not saying that everything in the FPS genre is great, but Halo was one of the first console FPSs to prove how viable the genre is for non-PC gamers. I've never really been enamored of the series, but it's hard to deny the vast impact it's made on the course of the industry.

Relin6284d ago

Sure, some shooters have been popular, but Halo's popularity extends well beyond any others. Why is that, when its not that good of a game? I dunno, I've never bought a Halo game and probably never will, but it's a reality the industry is dealing with.

beavis4play6283d ago

DOOM showed the industry how much popularity the FPS has- not halo.

Kleptic6283d ago

It seems everyone is missing the point with halo...

Halo was one of the first extremely successful console first person shooters...While Goldeneye was also a huge commercial success, it had control qualities that counldn't be easily replicated...

the Halo 'epiphany' is what started all of what console shooters play like now...and it also did little things to make it work...like the change in pace, the not 'switching' to a grenade to throw it, the melee attacks...Halo started a trend that made devs realize that the console market has tons of room for shooters...the basic control scheme is easily shared across both consoles right now, but the pacing can be all over the place...play UT3 w/ a controller compared to Halo 3...its like night and day in terms of speed...but they both work fine...

if Halo was the first fps you ever played...you probably hold it very closely at the top of your favorite game lists...but it is very true that the franchise would have most likely been washed away had it been a PC only game...while I am glad some of the stuff stuck in the genre, I definitely feel the franchise is entirely overrated...

Skizelli6283d ago (Edited 6283d ago )

Halo's one of those games that kept its mechanics simple: guns, grenades and melee. And by doing so, it made for some fun gameplay. A lot of FPS incorporate those latter two mechanics into their games, but how many totally rely on them, let alone make it work? In Halo, grenades and melee are just as important and effective as guns. I always say that if you weren't around during Halo 1, enjoying the game with a group of friends over linked Xbox's before the days of Halo via Xbox Live, then you just won't understand Halo. It's that simple. Halo has never tried to be the "best" in terms of innovative gameplay, but Bungie did a great job at keeping the multiplayer fun, which is what games should be all about. Why bother hating on a game that you don't find fun? Others obviously do, hence its success. If anything, you should be happy that there are such games. I'm sure everyone has their own "Halo" of sorts.

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Video Game Franchises in Danger of Being Forgotten

The gaming industry moves at such a pace that it’s not surprising we’ve seen countless franchises fall into obscurity over the years.

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S2Killinit167d ago

Im surprised that a game with a heritage of Medal of Honor is in this list.

cthulhucultist167d ago

There is a rumour that Driver 1 & 2 remasters will be released for Switch and presumably for other systems as well.

https://www.gamingbible.com...

Not sure however whether this results into new games in the near future.

HellspawnPR1981167d ago

Ninja Gaiden? Splinter Cell? Tenchu? Virtua Fighter? Killer Instinct? Killzone?

DefenderOfDoom2167d ago

I would very much enjoy
a new dedicated single player Killzone campaign. With a fun multi-player.

cthulhucultist167d ago

Tenchu and Killer Instict would be great indeed!

Unfortunately new Killzone game does not seem to be in the works

Virtua Fighter is going to receive a new entry!

https://www.dualshockers.co...

Splinter Cell is likely to be one of the remasters launching next year (not sure whether this has to do anything with the remake previously announced)

https://toronto.ubisoft.com...

HellspawnPR1981167d ago

Yeah, read the news about a new Virtua Fighter and I am so ready for it. Splinter Cell at this point I don't believe anything Ubisoft says plus I don't think modern day Ubisoft can make a decent stealth game. They will likely fuck it up.

Inverno167d ago

Basically everything at this point as companies have no concern with preservation.

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Why Guerrilla Games Shouldn't Abandon the Killzone Series

Hugely disappointingly, it seems that Guerrilla Games, developers of the Killzone and Horizon series, may be done with Killzone for good.

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IAMRealHooman184d ago

1 was fine, overhyped as a " halo" killer
2 was a graphical beast at the time, and felt heavy
3 was good a refinement of 2 but not much else. weird audio issues environment were to quiet
shadow fall was pretty but bland

OtterX184d ago (Edited 184d ago )

Shadowfall had great Multiplayer though. Too bad the campaign was meh at best. It did have the occasional great moment sprinkled in.

TheNamelessOne184d ago (Edited 184d ago )

I played through 2/3 multiple times. I played through the original once, but it felt pretty lukewarm for me. I couldn't be bothered to beat Shadow Fall. I got a couple hours in and just went "I'm done". Never touched it again. It was awesome on the tech side, being a launch title, but it didn't even match up to the first game when it came to actually having fun playing it.

Rude-ro184d ago

3 in 3d was an amazing experience to be had.
Although not many experienced it as intended for good reasons.

just_looken183d ago

You forgot the ai advancements on the playstation 2 killzone one you could have a full team of bots doing everything even playing the objective that was a big thing.

In killzone 2 they always flanked you and when available used the high ground.

Playing killzone 2 no hud 5.1 audio was/is awesome

MDTunkown184d ago

They should finish Horizon story first

darthv72184d ago

I dont mind if someone else takes up the mantle for the KZ franchise. We are several years removed from the first game. It certainly could use a remake to gauge interest in the rest of the series. I know it has its fans... Im thinking of how a proper reboot can rekindle that old dormant flame and bring in a new generation of fans in the process.

just_looken183d ago

You forgot killzone mercenaries on the ps vita but it was the worst selling sony game for awhile there.

Yui_Suzumiya183d ago

Yeah, a remake would be pretty awesome

anast184d ago

They should let it go or sell it. No use spending millions on this project.

LucasRuinedChildhood184d ago

Would like a new IP before Horizon 3. Just because games take so long to make these days.

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Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III Coming to Game Pass July 24

Everything you need to know about Modern Warfare III coming to Xbox Game Pass and PC Game Pass.

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darthv72276d ago (Edited 276d ago )

Will be interesting to see what sort of numbers GP users draw in come tomorrow. It is believed that this is one many have been waiting for.

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thesoftware730275d ago

Darth,

That is not accurate; this game is old, and most people who want it have already bought it. You might get a small number of subs, but we will mostly see a good influx of players(not new subs) from people with Game Pass who will try it, which is what happened with D4.

CoD: BO 6 will be the test for actual sub numbers.

darthv72275d ago

That's fair... seeing as many have been saying they want CoD in GP. My comment was more of , now that its here... what can it do. Im sure there will be other titles in the franchise that will either entice or turn off different users.

Bathyj275d ago

No one's buying a console and signing up for a monthly bill just to get this game to avoid buying it. That's ridiculous. Besides everyone bagged the crap out of this on release for the 4 hour campaign.

andy85275d ago

Sweet. Never got round to it on release. I'll give the campaign a go

chicken_in_the_corn274d ago

Severly underrated game. Big improvement over 2.