Square Enix + Dungeon Siege 3

**Mistress Stowastiq** · 2010-06-09 02:43

Hmm this is interesting and I hope this is the right place to post it.

http://release.square-enix.com/na/2010/06/08_01.html

June 8, 2010
SQUARE ENIX ANNOUNCES PARTNERSHIP WITH OBSIDIAN ENTERTAINMENT FOR DUNGEON SIEGE 3

The Torch is Passed for a New Incarnation of the Classic Action-RPG

LOS ANGELES (June 7, 2010) — Square Enix, Inc., the publisher of SQUARE ENIX® interactive entertainment products in North America, announced today that it is partnering with Obsidian Entertainment™, Inc. on DUNGEON SIEGE® 3. With input from the original developer, Gas Powered Games®, Obsidian Entertainment will develop the next incarnation of the DUNGEON SIEGE franchise with Square Enix as the game's publisher. Coming for the first time to high-def home video game consoles, DUNGEON SIEGE 3 will be available for PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system, the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and Windows PC.

DUNGEON SIEGE 3 is representative of Square Enix's ongoing strategic partnerships with Western game developers and its commitment to increasing its presence in the North American market. The game will bring together the beloved aspects of the DUNGEON SIEGE franchise with Obsidian Entertainment's expertise, to create an evolved action-RPG experience. In addition to its arrival on high-def consoles for the first time, the game will also feature an all-new co-op multiplayer mode.

Originally created by Chris Taylor and his critically-acclaimed studio Gas Powered Games, Taylor will serve as an advisor during the development of the game. DUNGEON SIEGE 3 will seamlessly blend intuitive action gameplay and a robust RPG system in an immersive world where every decision the player makes will result in consequences.

On his involvement, Taylor comments, "It's a great pleasure to collaborate with Obsidian. They are a very talented developer who really knows what it takes to build a deep and engaging RPG experience, and I can't think of a better group to continue the Dungeon Siege series."

"It's a distinct privilege and thrill to become a part of the DUNGEON SIEGE legacy," said Feargus Urquhart, CEO and Co-Founder of Obsidian Entertainment, Inc. "This partnership with Square Enix is a milestone for both Obsidian and the franchise, and the two companies' strengths for compelling characters and storytelling will shine throughout DUNGEON SIEGE 3."

"With their proven track record of developing some of the most exciting and engaging games in recent memory, we are honored to be working with such a talented developer as Obsidian Entertainment," said John Yamamoto, president and chief executive officer of Square Enix, Inc. "Square Enix is committed to expanding our portfolio of games across a wide variety of genres and we are confident we will deliver the ultimate DUNGEON SIEGE experience that fans are looking for."

About DUNGEON SIEGE 3

Story
Torn asunder, the delicate balance of power between the kingdom of Ehb's powerful factions has fallen apart. As one of the few remaining members of the disgraced protectors of the land, the 10th Legion, it is up to you to rebuild the once great Legion and stop Ehb from falling into darkness. Joined by a group of unique companions, you will travel through the striking land of Ehb defeating all manner of villains and beasts through a combination of heroic abilities, screen shaking magic and pure cunning.

DUNGEON SIEGE 3 seamlessly blends intuitive action gameplay, a robust RPG system featuring a large selection of abilities, an extensive multiplayer component and the depth of story Square Enix and Obsidian Entertainment are known for creating.

Features:

For the first time, play DUNGEON SIEGE on high-def consoles
Players will be able to adventure by themselves or with friends in co-op multiplayer
Uncover a deep story that only Square Enix and Obsidian Entertainment can deliver
Pick from unique and highly customizable character classes with a wide range of abilities to choose from
Recruit companions with unique personalities, abilities and views on the world around them
Players will have weighty decisions to make that will impact their alliances, enemies and the culmination of the story

DUNGEON SIEGE 3 is not yet rated. Please visit the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB) website at www.esrb.org for more information about ratings.

**Hyan** · 2010-06-09 04:02

I wonder if SE will have any part in making this or if it's just a marketing ploy.

**Kiarax** · 2010-06-09 04:09

Originally Posted by Mistress Stowastiq

For the first time, play DUNGEON SIEGE on high-def consoles

http://i49.tinypic.com/2zfq5aw.jpg
Can't wait to see all the tears when we see the game in action.

**Akiyama** · 2010-06-09 04:23

Hope it's not as terrible as Fantasy Earth Zero.

**Viserdes** · 2010-06-09 04:50

SE will probably have no part in making the game as the publisher and will only be distributing it, just like how they published MW2 in japan i imagine.

**Kyo** · 2010-06-09 05:58

Time for obsidian to fuck this up.

**Mistress Stowastiq** · 2010-06-09 06:08

Originally Posted by Viserdes

SE will probably have no part in making the game as the publisher and will only be distributing it, just like how they published MW2 in japan i imagine.

"This partnership with Square Enix is a milestone for both Obsidian and the franchise, and the two companies' strengths for compelling characters and storytelling will shine throughout DUNGEON SIEGE 3."

DUNGEON SIEGE 3 seamlessly blends intuitive action gameplay, a robust RPG system featuring a large selection of abilities, an extensive multiplayer component and the depth of story Square Enix and Obsidian Entertainment are known for creating.

I hope this means they will take more action than just putting their name on it though.

**Shenrien** · 2010-06-09 06:25

Originally Posted by Mistress Stowastiq

I hope this means they will take more action than just putting their name on it though.

http://i49.tinypic.com/2czov3d.png

like this?

**Mistress Stowastiq** · 2010-06-09 06:35

Originally Posted by Shenrien

http://i49.tinypic.com/2czov3d.png

like this?

:D
Yes I think.

**Qalbert** · 2010-06-09 10:24

inb4 3 dungeons get cut so it meets ship date

**Grey Jorildyn** · 2010-06-09 11:12

Enjoyed the first two Ds games for what they were worth. I want to say I'm looking forward to yet another 20 hours of dungeon-crawling, face-smashing fun, but I'm not really...

**Lucavi** · 2010-06-09 13:20

Nice to see them going back to Ehb. I wonder we'll have any burly guys like Kroduk and his "Kroduktivity" as he smashed faces with a 2-hander.

I also wonder if any of the plot from DS2 will be involved, as Dryads and a few other races were new, and the whole "Big guy with a really big sword" villian aspect was new (for the series, at least.)

Also, those souls possessing people into slavering zombie-people-things was a pretty badass touch for the time.

**Insanecyclone** · 2010-09-02 16:22

Debut gameplay trailer
http://www.gametrailers.com/video/ex...n-siege/703954

**BadKarma** · 2010-09-02 16:28

Looks terrible.

**Atreides** · 2010-09-02 17:57

it doesn't look bad at all. I mean DS was always supposed to be Gas Powered Games/Microsoft's answer to the Diablo series, basically diablo but with a party. If it's the same gameplay as the first 2 dungeon sieges, with hack-and-slash action RPG gameplay and randomized loot, then I'll be very happy with those graphics... especially considering that the only option you get for that on consoles is currently Sacred 2, lol

**Lucavi** · 2010-09-02 20:36

I will be besieging that dungeon, mostly because I'm a sucker for diablo-eque games with massive loot-pools.

**Purrrfect** · 2011-06-19 17:41

/release week alarm clock buzz

Has anyone heard from any previews if there is much of a difference between systems? Played the demo on ps3 yesterday and really liked it, but you know how things usually end up better on pc.

**Dryr** · 2011-06-20 17:30

Originally Posted by Purrrfect

/release week alarm clock buzz

Has anyone heard from any previews if there is much of a difference between systems? Played the demo on ps3 yesterday and really liked it, but you know how things usually end up better on pc.

I played the ps3 demo as well and I thought the opposite. I am actually a little worried at the moment that the game simply isn't going to look great on any platform including pc. The switch from auto-attacks to button mashing also have me worried that the series might be done if this game flops.

**miokomioko** · 2011-06-20 17:33

I played the first to no end, I skipped the second title (no reason, should I have?), and after playing the PS3 demo, I don't know how I feel about it. I just don't think I care for any of the prebuilt character/classes. I would have preferred to built my own character and develop it myself. I don't think it was a good route to take.

**Atreides** · 2011-06-20 17:47

DSII is pretty great, it's basically diablo with a party. You have a great deal of control over character customization, for all your party members

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