fumanstan

I did a search and couldn't find much talk about this game. It's coming from Activision and developed by Radical, who's development history seems to be a big mixed bag of stuff like Crash Bandicoot games, Scarface, Hulk Ultimate Destruction, and Simpsons games.

Description from Wiki - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Prototype_(video_game)

A new look at the story came out today which looked somewhat interesting which was why I thought I'd post about it.

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Hulk was a fairly decent game with some cool destructible environments and objects, so this might be interesting given the concept of different powers. No multiplayer though and the graphics look kind of mediocre to me.

Tarantino

This looks so good.

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FusionX

Yeah, as excited as I am for Infamous, once Prototype comes out, I doubt I'll go back to it for a while.

musick

this game just doesn't look interesting to me the same way inFamous does

I also find it a bit odd that with the release only 2 wks away you would be hard pressed to find reviews

PopcornTreeCt

Wow. That video was jaw dropping.

Maybe Prototype to inFamous will be like Saints Row 2 to GTA IV. If so... must buy.

FusionX

I'll buy both on release day, but yeah, Prototype looks much better. UFC last week, Infamous tomorrow, Red Faction next week, then Prototype, quite a few weeks here.

chess

I have mixed feelings on this one.

On the one hand, it's hard not to compare this to inFAMOUS given similar themes and release dates, but inFAMOUS came from a developer I have some faith in. It's also reviewing very well and has a great demo. This looks like it could be even cooler based on the video, but I've not seen any actual gameplay, or reviews, or a demo, or even first-hand impressions...and the game is coming out in two weeks.

I am also distinctly not fond of Activision in general (based on how they've handled GH, Tony Hawk, and original IPs like Ghostbusters and Brutal Legend), and I have next to zero trust in how they do business.

So I want to be excited for this, but it also has a bit of a Bionic Commando vibe to it...so I'll reserve my anticipation until I see some reviews.

Dan

based on those two videos, I must play this game.

UncleGramps

I have a soft spot for Sucker Punch because of the Sly Cooper games. Based on that and my love of the Infamous demo, I'll be buying that one. I'll probably rent Prototype and see what I think. It looks great in the video, although potentially a little shallow.

Raul3

I already bought inFamous and I'm gonna get Prototype after the first price drop, being Activision that should be in a month after release.

PopcornTreeCt

I'm supporting a Lakers fan with this proper bump.

And I've yet to see any reviews.

Rival11

I was wondering the same thing, the release date is approaching fast, no coverage, no reviews, etc... Hope it's not a bad sign. I've been following this game for months now.

FusionX

Tues. cannot get here fast enough. I don't care about the lack of reviews, the previews, hands-on segments, and videos have all been incredible. I am really hoping this is a home run, as Infamous and Red Faction have been slight disappointments.

Tarantino

Finally played it tonight. Fucking awesome. I like it more than InFamous so far if just for the fact that the powers seem so much more epic. Badass so far.

Ravenous

Hands down this game looks better than InFamous. Too bad it has all the backing and getting whored out left and right; even in theaters. I hope a demo comes out.

Speaking of games coming out with no reviews yet, has anyone seen anything about Damnation?

PopcornTreeCt

I pre-ordered Prototype. No reviews don't have me worried.

As for Damnation, well it sucks

FusionX

Damnation is horrible, even the achievement whore side of me wants to return this to Gamefly unfinished.

Supermallet

I had credit at Gamestop so I pre-ordered Prototype. If it turns out it sucks I will just bump that reserve to a different game.

nickdawgy

That's good to hear, I was afraid it might suck.

FusionX

That's great to hear, I am counting on this to save my video game summer. After a few disappointments with other recent releases, Prototype needs to deliver.

foxdvd

I bet this game gets a lot of 7.5-8.0's in reviews...no reviews up so close to it coming out is a bad sign....it might even get lower. I hope I am wrong, the game looks fun.

nickdawgy

Might save me some money if it gets a low score.

nickdawgy

According to the wiki page:

To date the game has three reviews.

The Playstation 3 version earning an 8 from Official PlayStation Magazine UK, and a 9 from PSW UK Magazine.

The PC version was scored 70% by PC Zone (August 2009) Summarising positively with "Wonderful free Roaming", "Slash people up real good", "Stunning views". But negatively with "Missions are a bit dull", "Too many features?" and "Weak visuals"

Rob V

As someone mentioned in another thread, Toys R Us is giving a $20 GC with the purchase of this game this week. Might have to get it based on that alone and then pick up UFC Undisputed (which is giving a $10 GC with purchase).

buckee1

I looked on the toysrus site and they had no mention of the GC promotion with this purchase. Is there somewhere else to look. Also, it's a web only purchase and per them, will not be available in the stores.