Microsoft kicked off their gamescom 2017 press conference with a brand-new Assassin’s Creed Origins trailer. The CGI video features a who’s who of ancient Egypt. From Cleopatra to Julius Caesar, we got to see some incredible historical figures.
Check out the new video below:
For more on Assassin’s Creed Origins, check out our E3 2017 preview:
The changes in Origin’s combat are drastic enough that I was felled more than once as I tried to get a feel for the new control sensibilities. Once I got the hang of it, I still didn’t think it flowed in the same way previous games have, but this particular style may be to better fit some of the new RPG aspects of the game. It may also be that I simply not used to this design, but I’m hoping to be presented with a much stronger reason for this change to fundamental and familiar combat controls in the final game.
The massive world is enormous and detailed, giving players a radically different environment than they’ve ever seen in an Assassin’s Creed game before. Even the E3 demo was tickling that neurotic nerve of mine that wanted to run out and complete every mission or collect every item. It was almost too much to take in for the brief amount of time I was able to get my hands on the game, if that helps to relay the scope that Ubisoft Montreal is aiming for. If you’re a fan of Assassin’s Creed games, you’ll find plenty to love as a reason to come back. If not, there may be enough changed at a deeper level that you’ll be able to get over any animosity you have for the series in order to embrace it as a really solid open world game.
Assassin’s Creed Origins is set to release October 27, 2017 for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC.
Uncharted The Lost Legacy Info
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Uncharted: The Lost Legacy Info
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Announced at PSX
PSX 2016 opened with a big reveal. What at first looked like a new IP turned out to be a brand new Uncharted adventure starring Chloe Frazer and Nadine Ross. Sony definitely knows how to kickoff a press conference!
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Length
Naughty Dog quickly confirmed that The Lost Legacy would be longer than The Last of Us' standalone DLC Left Behind, and later said that it would be over 10 hours long.
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Multiplayer
If you no longer own Uncharted 4, but are hankering to play its multiplayer, then you'll be glad to know that The Lost Legacy also includes its online modes. Both games will be able to play online together.
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Asav, the Villain
One of the new characters will be the villainous Asav. He'll be played by Obie award-winning actor Usman Ally.
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No Nathan Drake
Nathan Drake will be taking a well deserved vacation, and won't be appearing in The Lost Legacy.
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Pre-Order Bonus
There's a pretty sweet pre-order bonus from Naughty Dog's past, as those that pre-order the game will get the PS2 classic Jak and Daxter on PS4.
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Story Trailer
We had to wait a while to get more information on the latest game, but at E3 2017 a new story trailer was released setting up why Chloe & Nadine joined forces.
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Preview
We got to check out the game at E3 2017. Here's what Chandler Wood had to say in his preview:
"From the moment the first Uncharted released, Naughty Dog captured a certain magic that has only ever reignited in other Uncharted games. I’m personally not ready to put my treasure hunting days behind me, and Uncharted: The Lost Legacy looks to be the perfect new Uncharted game in spite of Uncharted 4 being the end of Drake’s journey. Replacing a beloved main character that’s had a place in our hearts for nearly a decade is a monumental task bigger than an Uncharted set piece, but Chloe is more than capable of taking on the lead role in this expansion turned full release while still calling it an Uncharted game."
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Gameplay Demo
To give players a further taste, Sony then released a lengthy 10-minute gameplay video.
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Series isn't Done
There has been some mixed messaging as to if the Uncharted series is ending, but Creative Director Shaun Escayg doesn't believe we've seen the last of these characters.
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Hindu Depiction
Hindu statesman Rajan Zed expressed concern over the game's depiction of Hinduism and India, and urged Naughty Dog to be respectful.
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Enhanced Exploration
One thing that'll separate The Lost Legacy from past Uncharted games will be "more of the discovery" aspect.
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Interview with Shaun Escayg
We were lucky enough to interview Creative Director Shaun Escayg. Check out what he said.
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Went Gold on July 20
Naughty Dog managed to get The Lost Legacy to "gold" status last month.
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One Year Dev Cycle
Naughty Dog has been open about how grueling it has been creating an Uncharted game in just one year, and says they'll never create a game that quickly again.
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Download Size
Make sure you make space on your hard drive, since the download size is 44.7 GB.
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Trophies
The Lost Legacy includes a Platinum trophy. Check out the full list.
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Day One Update
There will be a day one update that adds a bunch of bonus features, and multiplayer.
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Launch Trailer
Check out the game's launch trailer to see Nadine and Chloe kicking ass.
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Review
PlayStation LifeStyle awarded the action-adventure title a 9/10 in its review. Here's how reviewer Paulmichael Contreras summed up the experience:
"Uncharted: The Lost Legacy is a fun addition to the consistently solid Uncharted franchise. While this entry may be quite a bit shorter than the main numbered games, that doesn’t mean the key components that constitute an Uncharted game aren’t just as present. Indeed, you’ll rarely see a game with this high of production values for only $39.99. Uncharted: The Lost Legacy is a tight, action-packed adventure in India, and a trip well worth taking."
