Killzone 2

[soniqstylz]

why not?

money is tight, I never was all that big on console FPS (partially because, admittedly, I suck at them), and tho I'm sure it's an amazing game, I'm just not that excited.

[DrunknMunky Veteran]

We were waiting for a frind who was trying to balance his weight and te full GHWT set he just bought for ?150, crazy spending, lol.

What a chump, should have gone to Zavvi:pp They are selling their stock for ?120!

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Helghast in HD – Killzone 2 Ads Hit TV

Thank you all for your support and confidence in Killzone 2. Its debut starts a relentless flood of AAA exclusives on the PlayStation 3 – a line up that I consider to be our strongest yet. And I am confident this game will inspire many of you who’ve been waiting for the right time to buy a PS3. It is a true testament to what “Only on PlayStation” means.

We’re excited the promise of Killzone 2 has been realized and has exceeded expectations due to the tireless efforts and dedication of Guerrilla Games. I can’t thank the development team enough for remaining true to the vision and producing one of the most impressive games in recent memory – on any platform. The pre-order numbers only reinforce your great enthusiasm for the game and we’re pleased the game reviews show the same.

A group of us flew out to meet with the development team in late 2008 for a product meeting – we had an idea for a fresh way to promote the game. It was to bring the incredible detail in Killzone 2 to life by showcasing the game’s technology – only made possible by the power of the PS3.

The idea for the commercial centered on telling the story of war on Helghan - up close and very personal and to use the game’s engine to show it. No voodoo, no heavy metal soundtrack: just the true representation of the in-game graphics. The team at Guerrilla embraced the concept and we were on a production rollercoaster ride that produced a piece that will be broadcasted across several networks starting tomorrow. You’ll get the chance to see it here for the first time:

We’ll also have the digital version available on the PlayStation Network later today.

At the risk of stating the obvious – the Killzone 2 engine is phenomenally powerful. To offer you some insight into the technology behind this game, we will release a playable version of this in-engine ad vignette on the PlayStation Network coming in March. You’ll be able to control the camera and hear director commentary on how the production was completed using only the game’s technology. The project codename is “Killzone in 4-D” – hope you can check it out.

Thanks again for keeping the faith – it means a lot to the team here at PlayStation. Enjoy playing Killzone 2 on February 27th !!

Video: http://blog.us.playstation.com/2009/02/19/...e-2-ads-hit-tv/

I quite like it, not bad! Little bit different, but not as different as the usual Sony "lets make an advert that makes no sense".

By the way, this

At the risk of stating the obvious – the Killzone 2 engine is phenomenally powerful. To offer you some insight into the technology behind this game, we will release a playable version of this in-engine ad vignette on the PlayStation Network coming in March. You’ll be able to control the camera and hear director commentary on how the production was completed using only the game’s technology. The project codename is “Killzone in 4-D” – hope you can check it out.

is ****ing sweet.

[Sethos]

Finally, some 4D :woot: :laugh:

[+Audioboxer Subscriber²]

Finally, some 4D :woot: :laugh:

If I could put bets on predictability I'd be a millionaire :rofl:

Ken Kutaragi says hi

Edited February 19, 2009 by Audioboxer

[houlty]

that killzone ad is pretty much a rip off from the beginning of 'wanted' (the film). even the bullet has similarities...

[houlty]

ok, just watched it, and it's not as similar as i fist thought, but still similar.

here's the clip of what i was on about

as a trailer, i like it, but it doesn't showcase the game much.

[+Audioboxer Subscriber²]

Everything is realtime, so it is the game :p

But I know what you mean.

[Guest]

Just placed my order with ShopTo. I'm off work with glandular fever, so I hope my copy arrives early too.

edit: Turns out they've stopped pre-orders, despite their claims that if you order before the 25th you'll receive it in time for release. What shall I do?

[+Audioboxer Subscriber²]

Just placed my order with ShopTo. I'm off work with glandular fever, so I hope my copy arrives early too.

edit: Turns out they've stopped pre-orders, despite their claims that if you order before the 25th you'll receive it in time for release. What shall I do?

Pre-orders have stopped due to volume - The 2 day thing is only applicable to pre-orders that don't go "out of stock" :p

You can either pre-order the steel LE on shopto for ?32.99 or order the standard edition for ?29.99 on Play - http://www.play.com/Games/PlayStation3/4-/...-2/Product.html [you get some exclusive theme as well for pre-ordering]

[FlibbyFlobby]

Just saw an advert here in the UK on Channel 4. First it had the PS3 branding, then it followed with flashing shots of Helghast running across a bridge, then an uncloacking Helghast sniper and finally a shot of Radec and his men looking over Helghan before the clip ended with the release date and game name. It was pretty short, but quite effective. :)

[Guest]

Pre-orders have stopped due to volume - The 2 day thing is only applicable to pre-orders that don't go "out of stock" :p

You can either pre-order the steel LE on shopto for ?32.99 or order the standard edition for ?29.99 on Play - http://www.play.com/Games/PlayStation3/4-/...-2/Product.html [you get some exclusive theme as well for pre-ordering]

I think I'll opt for Play, thanks for he heads up.

[(Spork)]

why did GameInformer.com only give it a 8.75 ?

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why did GameInformer.com only give it a 8.75 ?

Because journalists can award games whatever score they want.

Second take is a 9.0 if you care that much.

Exclusive Killzone 2 video coming at 5pm!

Watch this space everyone, we?ve got some exclusive Killzone 2 video content coming at 5pm today. You?ll see it here before you see it anywhere else, so make sure you?re refreshing at 5pm.

Pretty cool, right? But that?s not all, we?ll have episode two of the exclusive video on Monday at 5pm.

What?s it gonna be folks? Speculation and guesses in the thread please?

Source: http://threespeech.com/blog/2009/02/exclus...-coming-at-5pm/

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Guys, time to take a tour around Audioboxer's house [mail man has just been]

LE cover is the best (Y)

[KoL Veteran]

Audio send me a copy :p

[Dirk]

Wish we got the tin edition over here. Looks nice.

[DPyro]

#1. Why do you have that many copies?

#2. Can you send me one?

[+Audioboxer Subscriber²]

#1. Why do you have that many copies?

#2. Can you send me one?

You actually think they are my pics? Cmon dude, why would I have 30 copies of the LE KZ2 bundle :p

By the way, full UK advert here - http://threespeech.com/blog/2009/02/killzo...l-length-tv-ad/

Starts airing Monday - The 10 second add that's on TV just now is just a teaser.

Also, the video I talked about earlier airing at 5pm

Here you go everyone - the making of Killzone 2. A behind the scenes look at how Guerilla created such a powerful sense of immersion in Killzone 2?

Pretty cool, right? But that?s not all, we?ll have a second installment on Monday at 5pm, along with loads more Killzone 2 content during the rest of the week! If you want to be the first in the know about Killzone 2, make sure you keep checking back?

http://threespeech.com/blog/2009/02/exclus...-coming-at-5pm/

Pretty cool looking video.

[Guest]

Why has it taken so long for the advert on air TV? A whole 4/5 days before release isn't really worthy of this game. They should have started this campaign a fortnight ago.

Sony needs to sort their marketing department out fast.

[+Audioboxer Subscriber²]

Why has it taken so long for the advert on air TV? A whole 4/5 days before release isn't really worthy of this game. They should have started this campaign a fortnight ago.

Sony needs to sort their marketing department out fast.

People can buy the game after launch day you know...

As long as it frequents on TV, nothing wrong with ~week before launch. Showing the add too early isn't going to help much either. The teaser add which is 10 seconds long started a few nights ago, Monday rolls out the full 30 second.

Pre-orders for EU alone were already at 1.1million a month or so back, the games going to do well, no need to worry :p

[DPyro]

Making of Part 1

http://threespeech.com/blog/wp-content/upl...-feb-2009_2.swf

Making of Part 2 :p

http://threespeech.com/blog/wp-content/upl...-feb-2009_3.swf

[+Audioboxer Subscriber²]

^

LOL so much for waiting till Monday.

[DPyro]

^

LOL so much for waiting till Monday.

:rofl:

I wish Neowin had a flash tag that I could use to embed those videos, like this

Edited February 20, 2009 by $n!pR

[cammy]

Just placed my order with ShopTo. I'm off work with glandular fever, so I hope my copy arrives early too.

edit: Turns out they've stopped pre-orders, despite their claims that if you order before the 25th you'll receive it in time for release. What shall I do?

awww man! how **** and unappreciated is glandular fever!

I had it for like 6 months and lost my job and people used to be like... but its only glandular fever.

I wish they could have had it to see what it was like!