It’s that
time of year once again, the time where gamers geek out with the recent news,
trailers, and games that came out of E3. Last year’s E3 was the first time I
actively followed it. That led me into writing about video games, and I’m
loving it. During that E3 there were many surprises, but also predictable
moments. I’m hoping to get surprised by a nice or interesting looking game that
has been shown yet. Following last E3, most of my anticipated games were shown
last year.
God of War
I’ve never played any game in its series. The hack and slack
with stylist-action never caught my attention. What did was the world,
characters, and the mythology. I’ve always been fond of mythology from all
parts of the world, especially Greek mythology.
At last year’s E3, Sony showed off the rebooted God of War,
developed and directed by Sony Santa Monica Studio’s Cory Barlog. This time
they left the stylist-action out and added a slower, and more methodical combat
system. A Dark Souls-like, if you will.
Also, the world has changed themes. The series of games has
been centered around Greek mythology, this time around it will be centered
around Norse mythology – which will be refreshing after so many games in Greek
mythology.
What I want to see this time is more combat gameplay
(preferably playable) and a little more story detail. Whether its character,
main story, or the world. I want something that I can hold my interest until we
know the final release date.
E3 2016 God of War Reveal Trailer
Red Dead Redemption 2
Red Dead Redemption 2 was revealed back in October and had a
release date of fall 2017. It’s now delayed until 2018, making it more probable
it will be at E3 this year. The thing is that Rockstar never appears on stage,
making it difficult confirming the game is at E3.
We don’t know much about the game, that’s why this game is
so high on my list of anticipated games. The only information we have about Red
Dead 2 is that it’s rumored to be a prequel and might have multiple protagonist
– like GTA V.
I want to see a release date (that will be delayed) and more
of the moment to moment gameplay like, walking in the open world, and speaking
to NPCs. I also want to hear more in-depth with their online multi-player.
Take-Two (Rockstar’s publishing partner) says that online will be a major focus
in the sequel. We just got to wait and see what’s in-store for us at E3.
Red Dead Redemption 2 Reveal Trailer
Xbox Scorpio
Microsoft E3 Scorpio Reveal Trailer
Like the PS4 Pro, Xbox is coming up with their 4k console
codename: Scorpio. This will be an interesting conference for Microsoft,
because it could be a do or die type of situation for them. Many gamers adored
the Xbox 360 because of the exclusive games. This time it’s the PS4 that has
the exclusive, with Microsoft having almost none exclusive throughout this
year.
Scorpio can help Microsoft’s gaming division, but it will
all be for nothing if they don’t show any games on it. PS4 success isn’t
because of hardware, it’s because of their first-party and indie support.
Microsoft needs to come out strong with several first-party
games on the Scorpio. Of course, the Scorpio will be shown more in-depth with
specs and features. One thing I do want to know about Scorpio is how they will
handle support for all three of the Xbox One line. How will games get the 4k
support for all platforms, and options for graphics and performance
improvements.
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This will be my first E3 I will be following intensely and
every year leading up to E3 has been enjoyable, and eventful. Seeing and
hearing about new games is always interesting. The reactions from all the
outlets like IGN, Gamespot, Gaintbomb, and Kotaku gives the gamers watching at
home a sense of the games shown at E3. One day I hope to cover E3 and all its
craziness.
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