The Sopranos game announced by THQ
05-04-06, 11:09 AM
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The Sopranos game announced by THQ
I'm not sure what to make of this...but obviously captializing on The Godfather's "success".
AGOURA HILLS, Calif. (May 4, 2006) -- THQ Inc. (NASDAQ: THQI) today announced its upcoming videogame based on HBO's critically acclaimed series The Sopranos. Currently under development, the game will evoke the atmosphere, action and conflicts that are the cornerstone of the hit show, which has found worldwide success as one of HBO's premier original programs. The game is backed by key members of the all-star cast who will lend their voices and likenesses, including James Gandolfini as Tony Soprano. The Sopranos game is scheduled to release for the Xbox 360TM video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and PlayStation(r)2 computer entertainment system this holiday season.
"Teaming up with one of the best in the business, we're excited to enter this new entertainment medium with our most successful and widely recognized original series, The Sopranos," said Carmi Zlotnik, executive vice president, New Media Programming, HBO. "It's clear that fans want more of The Sopranos, and creating a game that puts the player in their world is a great way to satisfy them."
"We're excited to work with HBO on creating a game that captures the spirit of the groundbreaking series - a modern classic that redefines the life of crime genre," said Kelly Flock, executive vice president, Worldwide Publishing, THQ. "The Sopranos has become television legacy for this generation and now fans and gamers can become part of the story and see if they have the muscle and wit to become 'made'."
About The Sopranos Game
A mob war is brewing as Philadelphia's and New Jersey's most powerful families are about to collide. As the illegitimate son of "Big Pussy," you have been born into the organization and are now being given an opportunity to demonstrate your loyalty to Tony Soprano. As a soldier you must earn money on collections, protect your turf through intimidation, and gain admiration within your own family to move up in the ranks of the organization. Carry out orders from Paulie, Silvio, Christopher and Tony in familiar locations such as the Bada Bing!, Nuovo Vesuvio's and Satriale's. Storyline collaborated with show creator David Chase and voiced by the show's key cast members.
AGOURA HILLS, Calif. (May 4, 2006) -- THQ Inc. (NASDAQ: THQI) today announced its upcoming videogame based on HBO's critically acclaimed series The Sopranos. Currently under development, the game will evoke the atmosphere, action and conflicts that are the cornerstone of the hit show, which has found worldwide success as one of HBO's premier original programs. The game is backed by key members of the all-star cast who will lend their voices and likenesses, including James Gandolfini as Tony Soprano. The Sopranos game is scheduled to release for the Xbox 360TM video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and PlayStation(r)2 computer entertainment system this holiday season.
"Teaming up with one of the best in the business, we're excited to enter this new entertainment medium with our most successful and widely recognized original series, The Sopranos," said Carmi Zlotnik, executive vice president, New Media Programming, HBO. "It's clear that fans want more of The Sopranos, and creating a game that puts the player in their world is a great way to satisfy them."
"We're excited to work with HBO on creating a game that captures the spirit of the groundbreaking series - a modern classic that redefines the life of crime genre," said Kelly Flock, executive vice president, Worldwide Publishing, THQ. "The Sopranos has become television legacy for this generation and now fans and gamers can become part of the story and see if they have the muscle and wit to become 'made'."
About The Sopranos Game
A mob war is brewing as Philadelphia's and New Jersey's most powerful families are about to collide. As the illegitimate son of "Big Pussy," you have been born into the organization and are now being given an opportunity to demonstrate your loyalty to Tony Soprano. As a soldier you must earn money on collections, protect your turf through intimidation, and gain admiration within your own family to move up in the ranks of the organization. Carry out orders from Paulie, Silvio, Christopher and Tony in familiar locations such as the Bada Bing!, Nuovo Vesuvio's and Satriale's. Storyline collaborated with show creator David Chase and voiced by the show's key cast members.
05-04-06, 11:22 AM
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Screenshot looks horrible... but I'll probably buy it because I love the Sopranos.http://media.gigex.com/ss/5248/screens/5248_01.jpg
05-04-06, 11:27 AM
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Originally Posted by Smidget
Screenshot looks horrible... but I'll probably buy it because I love the Sopranos.http://media.gigex.com/ss/5248/screens/5248_01.jpg
05-04-06, 12:00 PM
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Originally Posted by Smidget
Screenshot looks horrible... but I'll probably buy it because I love the Sopranos.
05-04-06, 12:04 PM
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Originally Posted by PixyJunket
And this is why shitty license-based games continue being made dominating the market.
05-04-06, 12:09 PM
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"Storyline collaborated with show creator David Chase..."
THQ: "David Chase, does this potential storyline include characters named Soprano?"
D.C.: "Yes. Yes it does." *goes back to re-counting his thousand dollar bill collection.*
THQ: "Thank you for your collaboration, David Chase."
D.C.: *grunt of approval*
THQ: "David Chase, does this potential storyline include characters named Soprano?"
D.C.: "Yes. Yes it does." *goes back to re-counting his thousand dollar bill collection.*
THQ: "Thank you for your collaboration, David Chase."
D.C.: *grunt of approval*
05-04-06, 06:35 PM
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Originally Posted by DamingR
Would love it if it were a good game.....
05-04-06, 07:18 PM
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I'd like to see a Morgue Tycoon type game branded for "Six Feet Under," possibly with minigames involving anal sex with men and dying of a brain tumor.
Also, I'd like to see a 3D fighter based on "Sex and the City," where you can play as Mikhail Baryshnikov on his unending quest to punch Sarah Jessica Parker in the face.
And an action RPG based on "Curb Your Enthusiasm."
Also, I'd like to see a 3D fighter based on "Sex and the City," where you can play as Mikhail Baryshnikov on his unending quest to punch Sarah Jessica Parker in the face.
And an action RPG based on "Curb Your Enthusiasm."
05-04-06, 07:37 PM
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I would totally play an RPG of Curb Your Enthusiasum. Larry David goes around and keeps runing into people, having lengthy starring contests, and than says okay...okay. That'd be great!
Hopefully this game will be good. I've enjoyed a lot of these recent TV/movie based games. I've liked most of the 24 game (I still have about fours hours to beat, but mostly for the voices/plot...gameplay leaves something to be desired) and The Godfather game is just sittting here waiting for me to play it. I really really hope this will be good.
Hopefully this game will be good. I've enjoyed a lot of these recent TV/movie based games. I've liked most of the 24 game (I still have about fours hours to beat, but mostly for the voices/plot...gameplay leaves something to be desired) and The Godfather game is just sittting here waiting for me to play it. I really really hope this will be good.
05-05-06, 05:08 AM
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Originally Posted by ScandalUMD
I'd like to see a Morgue Tycoon type game branded for "Six Feet Under," possibly with minigames involving anal sex with men and
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