E3 2013

[Tyrath]

Well I'm fully expecting FF15 (Versus or otherwise) to be unveiled here.

Jokes probably on me.

[Charismatic]

After that Noctis perfume, they better drop some Versus info...

[Dominico]

No more dicking around, SE needs to show up with Kingdom Hearts 3. They've basically skipped this console generation (handhelds don't count) unless they make it the final swan song for the PS3.

[Odin'sLaw]

https://www.youtube.com/squareenixpresents / https://twitter.com/@squareenix / https://www.facebook.com/SquareEnix

Chocobo Jazz music, faith restored SE!

[Mazmaz]

Please be excited for E3

[Siya]

Needs Wildstar info

[Exoduso]

No more dicking around, SE needs to show up with Kingdom Hearts 3. They've basically skipped this console generation (handhelds don't count) unless they make it the final swan song for the PS3.

This. We're already under the assumption that Versus has been turned into FFXV, so they need a big hitter now in the form of KH3. They completely screwed over fans of the franchise by spreading the series through 5 (FIVE!!!!) consoles, it's time to bring it home and announce KH3 for the PS4 (screw this final swan song shit, they need to pretend as if skipping this console generation meant something and go all out..)

I honestly couldn't care less about the other stuff they have to show this E3.... we're obviously getting some Lightning Returns footage, so no other surprises there.

[Azull]

I cant wait to be disappointed that there is stilll no news on a new Half-Life game

[Ratatapa]

This. We're already under the assumption that Versus has been turned into FFXV, so they need a big hitter now in the form of KH3. They completely screwed over fans of the franchise by spreading the series through 5 (FIVE!!!!) consoles, it's time to bring it home and announce KH3 for the PS4 (screw this final swan song shit, they need to pretend as if skipping this console generation meant something and go all out..)

I honestly couldn't care less about the other stuff they have to show this E3.... we're obviously getting some Lightning Returns footage, so no other surprises there.

KH3 on WII U get ready!

[6souls]

Tecmo Koei E3 2013 lineup

• Atelier Meruru Plus: The Apprentice of Arland - PSV / September 3 – Atelier Meruru Plus: The Apprentice of Arland is the next installment in the popular series from famed developer Gust. Atelier Meruru Plus adds new elements of land development to the RPG and simulation game system, providing additional depth and gameplay in this anime-style adventure. In addition, extra content and features are packed in including new costumes, new endings, and all the DLC from the PS3 version. Fans will have an opportunity to see what unfolds in this third and final game in the Arland series.

• Dead or Alive 5 Ultimate - PS3, 360 / September 3 - Dead or Alive 5 Ultimate heightens the signature Dead or Alive fighting style with the inclusion of new modes from Dead or Alive 5 Plus, dynamic new stages, and deadly new fighters to deliver the ultimate in fighting entertainment. Players will take on the roles of their favorite Dead or Alive fighters—as well as combatants new to the franchise—in an intense, action-packed brawler set in visually striking locations from around the world. The famed Dead or Alive hand-to-hand combat is enhanced with new content that extends the experience. Along with a rich array of single-player modes including story mode, Dead or Alive 5 Ultimate offers online options with arcade-style matches, tournaments, and social features making it the most definitive Dead or Alive experience to date.

• Dynasty Warriors 8 - PS3, 360 / July 16 - Dynasty Warriors 8 returns to the kingdoms of Wei, Wu, Shu, and Jin, through the actions of historical military and political figures of the time, as they fight to gain control over the Three Kingdoms of China. The much loved series takes one step further, merging numerous replay elements such as multi-endings and extra modes with synergies between action and game systems. With all new enhancements to Story Mode, new scenarios, new and returning characters, and more, Dynasty Warriors 8 promises to offer fans the most complete Warriors experience to date. Take to the battlefield with the greatest warriors in history and carve your path to glory!

• Toukiden - PSV / Q4 2013 – Toukiden takes Tecmo Koei’s expertise in historically themed games to an expansive fantasy world influenced by historical and traditional Japanese elements. Developed by the same studio that created the famed Dynasty Warriors series, this all-new franchise casts players in the role of a demon-fighting Slayer. Starting from the Utakata Village headquarters where they will accept quests, players will venture out to battle monstrous and deadly Oni (demons) before they destroy all of humanity.

• Yaiba: Ninja Gaiden Z - PS3, 360 / Early 2014 – In Yaiba: Ninja Gaiden Z, players will battle fierce zombies as Yaiba, a cyborg ninja who will do anything to get revenge and stay alive. Cleaved in two, he is brought back to life with cyber-technology. Brandishing his ninja sword and the mecha weapons in his cyborg arm, he slaughters zombies with brutal, over-the-top abandon. Step into a stylized living comic book where stunning graphics depict a world gone mad. Hordes of undead can only be stopped by Yaiba’s willingness to use any means necessary to get the job done. Will he kill by turning his cyborg arm into a razor chainsaw for slicing up undead—or just rip off an opponent’s arms to use as zombie nunchucks? Both possibilities fill Yaiba’s heart with twisted laughter in this upcoming collaboration between famed developers Team Nnja and comcept’s Keiji Inafune.

[Brill Weave]

I care about exactly one of those games.

[BadKarma]

I care about 0. Last time DW was good was 3 on the ps2. Shit was cash.

[Charismatic]

I care about 0. Last time DW was good was 3 on the ps2. Shit was cash.

Now this is just straight up lies 'cause I played 7 at a friend's house a while back and it was better than ever.

Felt good to control my girl Zhen Ji again. The Warriors Orochi games are pretty damn good too (and those are mostly just DW+SW)

Spoiler: show

[Kaslo]

KH3 on WII U get ready!

I would not be opposed.

[Deader2818]

I think the Wii U hate is gone down a lot now after the Xbox reveal. I think people can respect now that Nintendo is about gaming and not all the other BS.

[Ratatapa]

If people can pass the fact that the graphics are still OK and not next gen, and that the developpers can see that too, i can see the sales going up

[vrumpt]

If people can pass the fact that the graphics are still OK and not next gen, and that the developpers can see that too, i can see the sales going up

At the end of the day, graphics or art style have 0 impact on how fun a game is. The big things that are important are things like performance or memory utilization. The Wii U still only has 2 GB of RAM compared to the 8GB coming with the other consoles. That's significant reworking that devs will have to account for when making a game, its nothing to scoff at.

I think this generation is going to be vastly different than the previous one in that we're going to see a lot more console exclusives than we were before because the 3 systems are so different. The Wii U is weaker and has a touch pad, the XBone has a kinect and always online commitment, and the PS4 is a traditional gaming powerhouse. It's gonna be interesting to see what games we eventually get for all of these.

I am personally hoping for a Planetside 2 release on PS4. That game will make so many console gamers wet. Hoping for an announcement at E3.

[Deader2818]

Companies will just make their games down to the level of the Xone and the PS4 will likely just get ports from that that doesnt take advantage of the extra power.

Sony first party titles will be the one that takes full advantage of the power it has over Xone.

Companies aren't going to make exclusives really unless a company throws many at them to make it exclusives.

Microsoft have shown they don't care about exclusives, they will just throw money at EA and Activision to get DLC first.

[Kohan]

At the end of the day, graphics or art style have 0 impact on how fun a game is.

This isn't true at all, and it insults the contribution that artists and designers bring to a project. Atmosphere is a very important part of a well-made gaming package. Animation, backgrounds, et cetera—a lot of this has much to do with how enjoyable a title is.

[Deader2818]

Its fair to say that graphics don't really matter a whole lot but the art style does.