The PlayStation conference is over, and, to be honest it was a disappointment... Earlier in the day Microsoft come out with game after game, exclusive after exclusive. Some really fantastic looking games for the Xbox One. I sat down to Sony's conference to find out why I bought a PS4, I love the games their fantastic studios make, but apart from Little Big Planet 3 and Uncharted 4 (2015) there is nothing that can't be played on Xbox One.
After today I honestly wish I owned an Xbox One instead of a PS4...
And the time they spent on stupid statistics and TV was just painful.
Maybe we'll see some PS4 exclusives at Gamescom or TGS...?
Microsoft had a really strong showing at their E3 press conference and now in a few hours it will be Sony's turn to prove why you need to play your games on PlayStation. They have been riding their huge wave of momentum since last years conference, the question is can they keep it going? Let's hope!
Here are 4 of my Sony E3 2014 predictions!
1) Okay, this is more of a wish than a prediction. I am a huuuge fan of Gravity Rush on the PS Vita and I want a sequel on PS4. Even though I know it's more suited to be shown at Tokyo Games Show, I want to see it now.
2) PlayStation has always had amazing first party games, but today we won't get more than 2 newly announced PS4 exclusives that will release in 2014. (Please be wrong).
3) Whoever is replacing Jack Tretton as the host will apologies for not being as cool. They then will attempt to do a "mad as" back flip.
4) Vita will be mentioned, but only in regards to indie games.
Drewby is really keen to see what he'll be playing on his PS4 later this year. Not long now!
It would appear that the video game industry assumes we all appreciate an empty wallet. New consoles at the end of 2013 and a huge amount of promising titles to be released in 2014. Here's my quick list with a hand full of games in 2014 that have my wallet frothing.
Super Smash Bros
Publisher: Nintendo Developer(s): Nintendo, Sora, Bandai Namco Platform: Wii
U & 3DS
Oh boy, Super Smash Bros. A series that pulls together all of my favorite gaming franchises to make an uber meta franchise I cannot get enough of. The atmosphere is captured perfectly as the games act as fan service to Nintendo fans showing tribute to characters, music and locations throughout the Big N's history. Last year leading up to E3 Smash for Wii U & 3DS was all I wanted to hear about, and when the first trailer dropped something wonderful happened inside of me (too explicit to write here). The new characters, graphical and mechanical refinements look great so far, but Sakurai still hasn't spilled the beans on everything, so there is still plenty of information to look forward too! By far the game(s) I am looking forward to most in 2014!
Note: Now that Smash Bros will be on a portable console, when the game is released there isn't much point starting a conversation with me. Unless it's about Smash, of course.
Love the theme music, too!
Infamous: Second Son
Publisher: Sony Entertainment Developer: Sucker Punch Platform: PS4
I'll be honest, I am still making my way through Infamous 1 & 2, but from my experience with those games we're all in for a treat with this installment. Controlling Delsin as we explore Seattle using an array of powers, kicking everyone's arse as we shape our future as either good or evil. Yes please!
Mario Kart 8
Publisher: Nintendo Developer: Nintendo Platform: Wii U
Boy do I love myself some Mario Kart, but I've never truly loved the series since Mario Kart DS. Mario Kart Wii was a poorly balanced mess and Mario Kart 7 seemed to be rushed to save the 3DS before Christmas. To spite the last two iterations in the series being disappointing I have faith in this game. It isn't being rushed to meet any holidays and the gameplay appears solid from videos online. Also the "F-Zero" magnetic track mechanic looks like it is giving the developers plenty of freedom to be creative and create amazing race courses. I dare say many beers will be consumed while playing this game!
When I first heard details of a game with a map the size of America and that you're able to drive around the whole thing I was intrigued. Then when I found out you can form a "crew" with friends and take on other crews I was sold, it sounds so cool! Defiantly have a solid eye on this game.
South Park: The Stick of Truth
Publisher: Ubisoft Developer(s): Obsidian Entertainment, South Park Digital Studios Platform: PS3, 360, PC
Lately I have been on a bit of a South Park binge and this game will pretty much be a really long interactive episode. The RPG elements look interesting but it's the comedy aspect the show captures so well that I am looking forward to the most. The games comes out this week so not long! Hatsune Miku: Diva F2
Publisher: Sega Developer: Crypton Future Media Platform: Vita, PS3
Hatsune Miku: Diva F is one of my favorite Vita games, I love vocaloid music and the pretty music videos played with each song. Not to mention the gameplay is really addictive! I spent more than enough time playing this when I was meant to be doing something more productive. A sequel with more songs is coming late March so I'll be sure to import myself a copy.
Other games I'm looking forward to
Evolve
Publisher: 2K Games Developer: Turtle Rock Studios Platform(s): PS4, XB1, PC
Destiny
Publisher: Activision Developer:
Bungie Platform: 360, XB1, PS3,
PS4, PC
X
Publisher: Nintendo Developer:
Monolith Soft Platform: Wii U
Shovel Knight
Publisher: Yacht Club Games Developer: Yacht Club Games Platform: Wii U, 3DS, PC
Child of Light
Publisher: Ubisoft Developer: Ubisoft Montreal Platform: PS3, PS4, 360, XB1, Wii U, PC
Yaiba: Ninja Gaiden Z
Publisher: Tecmo Koei Developer(s): Team Ninja, Spark Unlimited, Comcept Platform: 360, PS3, PC
There are still plenty of titles I would like to try this year like Bayonetta 2 and Kirby: Triple Deluxe. What games are you keen to play in 2014?
Gravity Rush was one of my favorite games from 2012 and easily my favorite title on the PlayStation Vita. While I am aware of it's faults, I still can't get over the beautiful the art style and the unique world the game is based within. Ever since I finished the game I have been anxiously waiting for a sequel to be announced. And the other day my prays may have been answered. At Tokyo Games Show, Sony shown a short teaser trailer featuring art work and footage of protagonist Kat jumping around and manipulating gravity. While this isn't an announcement as such, it is most likely a hint at confirmation for a new Gravity Rush game. There are many unanswered questions about this supposed Gravity Rush sequel (like is it even a sequel?) and I'll do my best to pick through the trailer to find any details that give hints towards the final game.
So without further a-do, watch the video below!
Yep, the start of the trailer shows Japan Studio's logo. They make the game, so nothing out of the ordinary here.
This piece of art looks to be a floating house boat? Who knows... And whether it will play a sufficient role in the games story or just a random shot is unknown.
The image on the left appears to be refugees with all their belongings in the back of a flying truck, maybe escaping the city? That might actually make sense seeing as the other picture on the right appears to the city over grown with weeds and trees. Could they be leaving because they driven out or could it just be a nature friendly part of the city?
The floating city featured in the middle image looks different to Helseville, they city from the original game. It could be a completely different city or Helseville could have drastically changed. Whether the new game is based far into the future and the city has evolved over time or it has been invaded by something? Though that last one seems unlikely because the image below shows that the city seems to be in a good state.
This piece of concept art is the clearest picture shown in the trailer and shows Dusty, Kat and Raven floating around in an extremely populated city. Now that I look at a closer angle, I am not very confident that they're still in Helseville, it looks completely different.
Kat is asleep, has she lost her memory again?
Oh, she's awake!
Kat as she jumps through a lower section of the city.
She's probably thinking something along the lines of ''Weeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee''. I know I would be...
The city looks great but similar to the original game. Does this mean the game is once again on the Vita and hasn't moved to the PS3 or PS4?
Why are you in such a 'rush', Kat?
In all the screen shots above that show Kat using her gravity powers, she has pink strands coming out from the bracelets on her wrists. They weren't there in the first game. Is this an indication that she has new or improved powers? Whatever the case, it looks cool!
Another thing to note about the footage shown in the trailer is that the colour tone is quite different. Instead of the green and orange skies and buildings everything seems to have a cooler tone with more blues. Personally I think it looks a lot better!
Hey, Kat!
''Fall Again''? Yep, a new Gravity Rush.
''A new project from Team Gravity''? Second yep. Gravity Rush 2 is surely a thing.
So there you have it, the Gravity Rush teaser broken up. Whether I actually found anything about the game is up in the air, but you might have found out something you may have missed (unlikely)!
Are you excited for a Gravity Rush sequel or have you noticed something I missed? Leave a word in the comments below or on Life's a Game Facebook page!
Drew is a huge fan of Gravity Rush and he hope's it will become a franchise big enough to stand tall along Sony's greatest.
