Technology Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns Of The Patriots Thread
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Five Metal Gear Solid Online starter pack maps revealed
Those of you excited for a little teaser into the online world of Metal Gear Solid 4 have finally been given it. We realize that that is pretty much everyone, so that makes this even sweeter. Konami has released on their Japanese website, a screenshot of 5 different maps that will be appearing in the Metal Gear Solid 4 Online starter pack.
Ambush Alley
A corner of a war-shattered town littered with obstacles, its central intersection branching off into side streets.
Gronznyj Grad
The now abandoned weapons factory that housed the Shagohod in Metal Gear Solid 3. Contains open areas offering unobstructed views as well as indoor and rooftop locations.
Midtown Maelstrom
This Middle Eastern battleground features avenues crisscrossed with alleyways.
Urban Ultimatum
Negotiate buildings of varying height in this city under siege.
Five Metal Gear Solid Online starter pack maps revealed
Those of you excited for a little teaser into the online world of Metal Gear Solid 4 have finally been given it. We realize that that is pretty much everyone, so that makes this even sweeter. Konami has released on their Japanese website, a screenshot of 5 different maps that will be appearing in the Metal Gear Solid 4 Online starter pack.
Ambush Alley
A corner of a war-shattered town littered with obstacles, its central intersection branching off into side streets.
Gronznyj Grad
The now abandoned weapons factory that housed the Shagohod in Metal Gear Solid 3. Contains open areas offering unobstructed views as well as indoor and rooftop locations.
Midtown Maelstrom
This Middle Eastern battleground features avenues crisscrossed with alleyways.
Urban Ultimatum
Negotiate buildings of varying height in this city under siege.
Blood Bath
A kill house consisting of both surface and underground areas.
As you can see, the majority of these maps look prime for close-quarters combat and will result in a lot of lives being taken and blood being shed. The detail and texture work appears to be promising as well. It's safe to say there will be more maps implemented after release, which means we can obviously expect more than just these five. Fortunately, these 5 look like they'll tide us over for a decent about of time.
Konami has also let it be known that expansion packs that will carry extra maps, characters, and other features will actually be released periodically. The date lineup for these releases will be announced at a later date, but you can expect one to say the least.
We'll keep you up to date as more comes into play.
A kill house consisting of both surface and underground areas.
As you can see, the majority of these maps look prime for close-quarters combat and will result in a lot of lives being taken and blood being shed. The detail and texture work appears to be promising as well. It's safe to say there will be more maps implemented after release, which means we can obviously expect more than just these five. Fortunately, these 5 look like they'll tide us over for a decent about of time.
Konami has also let it be known that expansion packs that will carry extra maps, characters, and other features will actually be released periodically. The date lineup for these releases will be announced at a later date, but you can expect one to say the least.
We'll keep you up to date as more comes into play.
Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots FAQ
+ Posted by Michael Shelling // Konami Director of Public Relations
Following this week’s announcements regarding Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots on the PLAYSTATION 3, a lot of questions popped up in the comments area of the PlayStation.Blog. We put together this FAQ to address your concerns:
Q: When is the game shipping to retail?
A: The game is scheduled to arrive at retail stores in North America on June 12, 2008.
Q: What’s in the Metal Gear Online Starter Pack?
A: The Metal Gear Online Starter Pack, included with Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots, is a squad-based, online multiplayer tactical shooter that supports up to 16 players and takes place in the Metal Gear Solid universe.
Q: When is the Metal Gear Online multiplayer beta test?
A: The Metal Gear Online multiplayer beta test is scheduled to begin on April 21, 2008.
Q: How long will the Metal Gear Online beta test run?
A: The Metal Gear Online multiplayer beta test will run for approximately 2 weeks
Q: Where can I get the pre-sell?
A: The pre-sell program will be available nationwide at all major retailers.
Q: Is there a time frame for the pre-order to gain access to the beta? When does the pre-order period begin?
A: The pre-order will begin April 2008. Check with your local retailer on availability.
Q: Is there any special process that consumers must go through to verify their participation in the beta?
A: When the pre-order program begins in April 2008, consumers who pre-order Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots will receive the Metal Gear Saga 2.0 DVD, containing a Prologue that recaps the Metal Gear franchise, a 20th Anniversary retrospective, character bios for Big Boss, Liquid Snake, Solidus Snake, and Solid Snake, plus a collection of international trailers of Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots. This pre-order package also contains an insert with a download code and special instructions for accessing the Metal Gear Online beta test when it goes live in late April.
Q: How many people will be allowed to participate in the Metal Gear Online beta test?
A: The special Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots pre-order package (which includes the insert with the Metal Gear Online download code) will only be available while supplies last.
Q: How do consumers who have already pre-ordered participate in the beta?
A: Consumers will need to contact their local retailer for more information.
Q: Will consumers who don’t pre-order have any chance to join the beta?
A: If additional promotional partners are secured, there is a possibility of making beta access available, but nothing is confirmed at this time.
+ Posted by Michael Shelling // Konami Director of Public Relations
Following this week’s announcements regarding Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots on the PLAYSTATION 3, a lot of questions popped up in the comments area of the PlayStation.Blog. We put together this FAQ to address your concerns:
Q: When is the game shipping to retail?
A: The game is scheduled to arrive at retail stores in North America on June 12, 2008.
Q: What’s in the Metal Gear Online Starter Pack?
A: The Metal Gear Online Starter Pack, included with Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots, is a squad-based, online multiplayer tactical shooter that supports up to 16 players and takes place in the Metal Gear Solid universe.
Q: When is the Metal Gear Online multiplayer beta test?
A: The Metal Gear Online multiplayer beta test is scheduled to begin on April 21, 2008.
Q: How long will the Metal Gear Online beta test run?
A: The Metal Gear Online multiplayer beta test will run for approximately 2 weeks
Q: Where can I get the pre-sell?
A: The pre-sell program will be available nationwide at all major retailers.
Q: Is there a time frame for the pre-order to gain access to the beta? When does the pre-order period begin?
A: The pre-order will begin April 2008. Check with your local retailer on availability.
Q: Is there any special process that consumers must go through to verify their participation in the beta?
A: When the pre-order program begins in April 2008, consumers who pre-order Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots will receive the Metal Gear Saga 2.0 DVD, containing a Prologue that recaps the Metal Gear franchise, a 20th Anniversary retrospective, character bios for Big Boss, Liquid Snake, Solidus Snake, and Solid Snake, plus a collection of international trailers of Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots. This pre-order package also contains an insert with a download code and special instructions for accessing the Metal Gear Online beta test when it goes live in late April.
Q: How many people will be allowed to participate in the Metal Gear Online beta test?
A: The special Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots pre-order package (which includes the insert with the Metal Gear Online download code) will only be available while supplies last.
Q: How do consumers who have already pre-ordered participate in the beta?
A: Consumers will need to contact their local retailer for more information.
Q: Will consumers who don’t pre-order have any chance to join the beta?
A: If additional promotional partners are secured, there is a possibility of making beta access available, but nothing is confirmed at this time.
Apparently, the dudes over at Japan's Famitsu have gotten into a sudden bit of Solid Snake-lovin'. This week's publication has unveiled new details about the upcoming Metal Gear Solid 4 bundles, and an upcoming MGS1 release to PSN.
With regard to MGS4, the magazine indicates that the game's stock Blu-Ray release will cost ¥ 8,800 (US$ 91). The MGS4 special edition pack, which will carry the game plus a disc containing trailers and a making-of video, will cost ¥ 9,800 (US$ 101).
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The MGS4 PlayStation 3 bundle will cost ¥51,800 (US$ 534), and will carry all the goodies included in the special edition pack. The PS3 in particular will carry a special "Steel" (aka Hagane) paint scheme. All three bundles will also carry a copy of Metal Gear Online.
Moving on, Famitsu also disclosed (report from GEMAGA.com) that Sony's readying Metal Gear Solid for the PSP this spring via the PlayStation Network. The game will cost ¥ 600 (US$ 6), although no exact dates were cited. That's all the details we've got for the moment - drop by again in case we pick up more info. Here's to hoping MGS gets a similar release in the other parts of the world.
Metal Gear Solid for PSN = Awesome
With regard to MGS4, the magazine indicates that the game's stock Blu-Ray release will cost ¥ 8,800 (US$ 91). The MGS4 special edition pack, which will carry the game plus a disc containing trailers and a making-of video, will cost ¥ 9,800 (US$ 101).
...
The MGS4 PlayStation 3 bundle will cost ¥51,800 (US$ 534), and will carry all the goodies included in the special edition pack. The PS3 in particular will carry a special "Steel" (aka Hagane) paint scheme. All three bundles will also carry a copy of Metal Gear Online.
Moving on, Famitsu also disclosed (report from GEMAGA.com) that Sony's readying Metal Gear Solid for the PSP this spring via the PlayStation Network. The game will cost ¥ 600 (US$ 6), although no exact dates were cited. That's all the details we've got for the moment - drop by again in case we pick up more info. Here's to hoping MGS gets a similar release in the other parts of the world.
Metal Gear Solid for PSN = Awesome
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