Transformers:War for Cybertron

[Overhaulimus]

"Transformers: War For Cybertron, A six page exclusive review. PG 48"


Sad part is it's not tied to any continuity. As the name suggests it's pretty much War Within but the Video Games on telling it seems. It's taking cues from Gears of war as a 3rd Person over the shoulder shooter. Will have a Autobot and Decepticon Campaign. They keeping quiet on Multiplayer but it will have some sort of Online modes. Like the Armada game you will be able to choose which bot you want for a mission but the other bots not chosen will be your teams AI. Enemies will drop weapons which is interchangeable. And like the movie games we won't be confined to land vehicles only. And transforming plays a good deal into gameplay.

Not a lot of vehicle mode pics, about the only one is Megatrons which has him as a less pointy version of Animateds Cybertron mode though he looks more tankish than flight capable. Most bots seem a mix between G1 and War Within with a few more influences here and there. Prime looks like they took the War Within model and just added his normal dual windows, Megatron is a more angular version of Classics (Gun) robot mode. I see an Ironhide which looks very slimmed down almost like a red Kup. I see a bot that I'm guessing is Blitzwing (closely based on his Animated form) holding a giant spiked mace weapon. Soundwave is ... well Soundwave. Like every other Con in here he is a tad sharp around the edges but He retains his classic head, chest and shoulder weapon. Another Bot is shown fighting Prime (who is holding a giant dual bladed axe) in what looks like a CR facility or holding cells in the background)

All in all it looks pretty sweet. Release is for 2010 for 360, PS3, and PC

Just saw this posted over on TFW a lil while ago,figured I would post it here,almost posted it in the wrong forum too.

EDIT:
This was just posted in the topic on TFW:

Originally Posted by Daith
Names dropped in the article as playable...

Autobots
Optimus Prime
Bumblebee
Ratchet

Decepticons
Megatron
Thundercracker


I'd wager Ironhide, and Soundwave as playable too. One Autobot Mission has Optimus, Bee, and Ratchet Defending Iacon, While one Con boss fight will be Omega Supreme. Also it seems each transformer will have a unique transformation noise created by using real machines and appliances through an amp.

Pics:
http://i513.photobucket.com/albums/t334/UltimateGBfan/TF%20Game%202010/GameMegatron2.jpg
http://i513.photobucket.com/albums/t334/UltimateGBfan/TF%20Game%202010/GameMegatron.jpg
http://i513.photobucket.com/albums/t334/UltimateGBfan/TF%20Game%202010/GameIronhideSoundwaveandPossiblyBli.jpg
http://i513.photobucket.com/albums/t334/UltimateGBfan/TF%20Game%202010/GameOptimusPrime2.jpg
http://i513.photobucket.com/albums/t334/UltimateGBfan/TF%20Game%202010/GameOptimusPrime.jpg
http://i513.photobucket.com/albums/t334/UltimateGBfan/TF%20Game%202010/GameOptimusvsUnknown.jpg
http://i513.photobucket.com/albums/t334/UltimateGBfan/TF%20Game%202010/GameCybertron.jpg

EDIT:

This is the first of several character profiles we'll be running for Transformers: War For Cybertron, showcasing exclusive concept art and the new visual style that High Moon Studios is using in the game. We'll kick things off with everyone's favorite Autobot leader, Optimus Prime. You can check out his new vehicle form above and his robot form below.

Though Optimus is a powerful and respected Transformer at the start of War For Cybertron, he is not yet the leader of the Autobots. After a devastating Decepticon attack on his home city of Iacon, Optimus is forced to step up and help lead his people to victory – wherever that might be.

In robot form, Optimus' main weapon is the Ion Blaster, a special gun that's totally unique to him. His vehicle mode, on the other hand, resembles the truck we all know him as, but actually operates as a Cybertronian tank. His special abilities include Warcry and Mark Target. Though we're not entirely sure what these are yet, it sounds like they may be more focused on buffing allies than full-out assault.

Stay tuned to Game Informer for two more big character profiles from War For Cybertron in the coming weeks. You can watch for those and all of our other Transformers: War For Cybertron coverage in our War For Cybertron hub.

This was posted on GameInformers site,it's a Character Profile on WFC Prime,these are the pics that accompany the profile:
http://gameinformer.com/cfs-file.ashx/__key/CommunityServer.Blogs.Components.WeblogFiles/00.00.00.00.09/0243.optimus-robot.jpg
http://gameinformer.com/resized-image.ashx/__size/610x0/__key/CommunityServer.Blogs.Components.WeblogFiles/00.00.00.00.09/0407.optimus-vehicle.jpg

EDIT:
Last week, we kicked off our group of exclusive Transformers: War For Cybertron character profiles by showing you High Moon Studios' interpretation of Optimus Prime. Who better next than his evil opposite, the Decepticon leader, Megatron. Take a look at his new tank form above as well as some new info and his vehicle form below.

As the leader of the Decepticons, Megatron has a goal that fans of the cartoons know all too well: to win control of Cybertron for his faction and exterminate the Autobots. Throughout War For Cybertron, he will be searching for the means to achieve this end, a mysterious substance known as Dark Energon.

Just in case Megatron's attitude didn't make him imposing enough, his frame certainly should. The whole of his right arm is covered by a giant fusion cannon, a powerful one-of-a-kind weapon that can destroy a whole city block with a single blast. This power will be on display throughout War For Cybertron as Megatron launches powerful attacks against his enemies, including a brutal sacking of the Autobot home city of Iacon.

GameInformer just updated their website again with Megatron's Profile and pics of him as well,here are the pics:
http://gameinformer.com/cfs-file.ashx/__key/CommunityServer.Blogs.Components.WeblogFiles/00.00.00.47.49/1385.Megatron-Vehicle.jpg
http://gameinformer.com/cfs-filesystemfile.ashx/__key/CommunityServer.Blogs.Components.WeblogFiles/00.00.00.47.49/5852.megatron_5F00_final.jpg

He looks menacing as hell,I'm rather curious of this Dark Energon they mentioned.

EDIT:
Again GI updates their site,this time with a profile on STARSCREAM!

We hadn't heard mention of him yet,only Skywarp,and out of left field comes this nice update,here is the profile and the pics:

We've already given you the lowdown on the esteemed leaders of the Autobots and Decepticons, Optimus Prime and Megatron, but for our final Transformers: War For Cybertron character profile, we wanted to take a look at a true fan favorite. Enter Megatron's ever-scheming second-in-command, Starscream. You can see his powerful jet form above and his newly-designed robot form below.

Cartoon watchers who were introduced to Starscream in the '80s were immediately drawn to his sneaky, deceitful nature. Despite being arguably the highest-ranking member of the Decepticons besides Megatron, Starscream is deadset on taking the top spot, and he makes no efforts to hide it. But the original cartoon never really attempted to explain why Starscream was on such a power trip nor why Megatron kept him around despite that. War For Cybertron's prequel story lends itself perfectly to fleshing out these motivations.

The first mission of the Decepticon campaign will chronicle the first meeting between Megatron and Starscream aboard a space station that orbits Cybertron. This dramatic encounter will culminate in one of the Decepticons defecting only to be replaced by an eager Starscream. Despite teaming up with the Decepticons, Starscream will make it clear that in his mind both Megatron and Optimus Prime are failing to keep the best interests of all of Cybertron in their minds.

As one of the handful of Transformers that can change into a jet, Starscream will also have the special Hover ability while in robot form. His other special ability, Shockwave, sounds like it will be perfect for handling large groups of enemies.
http://gameinformer.com/cfs-filesystemfile.ashx/__key/CommunityServer.Blogs.Components.WeblogFiles/00.00.00.47.49/7651.Starscream_5F00_final.jpg
http://gameinformer.com/cfs-filesystemfile.ashx/__key/CommunityServer.Components.ImageFileViewer/CommunityServer.Blogs.Components.WeblogFiles.00.00 .00.47.49/6708.starscream_5F00_vehicle_5F00_canopy.jpg_2D00_ 610x0.jpg

[Overhaulimus]

Added more pics,if I can just get the second Megs pic to upload then we would be right as rain.

[Altitron]

Wow, that looks fucking sweet. When I read the thread title, I was worried it was another movie game, because movie games are the worst kind of games. This actually looks like it could be the beast iteration of a Transformers game ever. Too bad it's not dropping in time for Christmas.

- Alty

[Solrac333]

Looks awesome.

[Unicron-9]

I just saw this too. Yay for something a bit fresh and new that won't be rushed and can hopefully let us play the full potential of a Transformers game.
I've always loved the cybertronian TF designs because they allow more freedom and usually come out less boxy.
I can't wait!

[Overhaulimus]

I'm really looking forward to the defending Iacon campaign and the Omega Supreme boss fight.

[Dubcustomz]

I cant wait for this! I am so excited! This is such awesome news. I hope the game will be good, a nice mix of what made the armada game and the rotf game good would be awesome. And if they make toys out of these then consider them bought!

[frenzyrumble]

Just saw this trailer!

http://www.gametrailers.com/player/59860.html

[formula93]

Prime cut that Decipticon in twain!

[enclinedesigns]

I woner if this is the new cartoon as well?

[Hatchet]

Prime cut that Decipticon in twain!

I don't know why but that made me cry I was laughing so hard. Awesome.


I woner if this is the new cartoon as well?

God, I hope not.

[enclinedesigns]

I don't know why but that made me cry I was laughing so hard. Awesome.



God, I hope not.

WHAT!!!! Really....you don't like the look? I think it is pretty killer...I guess because one of my favorite comic series is the war with in...

[frenzyrumble]

i get more of an animated vibe from these, (especially with Prime) than war within.

[enclinedesigns]

http://www.allspark.com/content/images/news/misc/TWW_Prime_Color_Ref_01.jpg

[frenzyrumble]

http://www.allspark.com/content/images/news/misc/TWW_Prime_Color_Ref_01.jpg

yeah, I see it, the detailing is what makes them look WWI, but I still see more animated (especially prime) and on megatron as well (the pointy/jagged look)

[Tony]

I want cartoon and toys NAOW!

[enclinedesigns]

yeah, I see it, the detailing is what makes them look WWI, but I still see more animated (especially prime) and on megatron as well (the pointy/jagged look)

It looks like a hybrid of both. Especially the chest of prime and you are right about Megs.......I think is they made a cartoon and toys of this, and they could be as accurate as the animated toys, they would fly off the shelves. Toys like these or the new IDW Transformers...man..... either of these capture enough G1 and bring something new to the table...

The story line of Animated was fantastic, but man....the animation was to much of a what has been shown before.....The toys are great though..


Does anyone know what systems this will be on?

[frenzyrumble]

It looks like a hybrid of both. Especially the chest of prime and you are right about Megs.......I think is they made a cartoon and toys of this, and they could be as accurate as the animated toys, they would fly off the shelves. Toys like these or the new IDW Transformers...man..... either of these capture enough G1 and bring something new to the table...

The story line of Animated was fantastic, but man....the animation was to much of a what has been shown before.....The toys are great though..


Does anyone know what systems this will be on?

yeah, but look where animated is now...I don't know if Hasbro's going to put the TF name on another line, just based on a game, but you never know. Game lines don't do so great (typically when I'm at TRU the clearance isle is all game line figures) but who knows...

I am reading this will be on xbox, ps3 and PC

[Overhaulimus]

OMG,that gray prototype from a few weeks back is this game Prime,now I really want it.

Just watched the trailer fully and can't wait!

[enclinedesigns]

OMG,that gray prototype from a few weeks back is this game Prime,now I really want it.

Just watched the trailer fully and can't wait!

what????!!!!!!

[frenzyrumble]

Found another trailer!


3AktyDQAwtU

[Dubcustomz]

what????!!!!!!

http://www.tfw2005.com/boards/attachments/transformers-news-rumors/27133101d1260514259-war-cybertron-begins-trailer-41_55585_857c0720e4fb2ce.jpg

[Overhaulimus]

Yep that's War for Cyb Prime,man I hope this is the new toyline and/or cartoon,that would be badass.

[Overhaulimus]

New pics and info added to the first page!

[Dubcustomz]

Loving that prime design.

[Overhaulimus]

Me too man,me too.

According to a press release for the game,this is to be used a reference point for a new TF lore according to Hasbro,everyone is interpreting it as the new series and toyline will be based off the game.

I really hope so myself.

[Dubcustomz]

Me too man,me too.

According to a press release for the game,this is to be used a reference point for a new TF lore according to Hasbro,everyone is interpreting it as the new series and toyline will be based off the game.

I really hope so myself.

Which will be AWESOME!
So glad the new cartoon and toyline is something decent, and not another abortion like animated, energon, and cybertron.

[Tony]

Hope the game is good. Toys are for sure going to be so kick ass though.

[frenzyrumble]

TFW2005 had the chance to speak briefly with Hasbro's Aaron Archer and representatives for Activision and High Moon Studios earlier this week regarding the upcoming Transformers: War For Cybertron game. The focus of the conversation was more on story development and the interaction between Hasbro and High Moon in developing the deep mythology for the game.

PAST PRESENT AND FUTURE

Hasbro, lead by Aaron Archer and the Transformers team, have worked closely with High Moon on development of the game. From characters to places on Cybertron, story arc, and everything else possible, they were in contact. The goal was to tell a story of pre-Earth Cybertron that could be used as a basis for future Transformers stories and generations. It is not connected to any particular generation, but pulls from them all, taking elements, references, story arcs and merges them into this one, new story. If and when possible, Hasbro will try to "stick" to one ongoing cannon, and this could be used as a foundation for it. That being said, it was relayed of course that "Movies are always separate". For the non-movie products - toys, video games and otherwise - it looks like this could be the start of the latest, and possibly last, Generation. At least for a while, anyway.

CHARACTERS

The characters chosen for the game took into consideration the need for different styles of game play. So while most familiar faces will be there, Optimus Prime, Megatron, Ironhide, Bumblebee, Soundwave etc, there will be others which fill the need for other types of roles (pure speculation - think jets, boats, spies etc). Scale and general fighting style of the characters helped shape the final roster. Characters not seen in any format for a long time, whether it be toy, comic, cartoon or game - will be making an appearance here. That big guy in the trailer, Omega Supreme. He is in the game, but not as you may think. They left that purposely vague with an implied smiley face. And to clarify, this is 100% pre-Earth, distant past, on Cybertron.

CYBERTRON

In relation to Cybertron, Iacon will be there (see screen capture of Optimus - the background city is Iacon), as will other Cybertronian locations previously mentioned in past Transformers lore. Nothing else specific was mentioned about Cybertron, but it was said that things which may have only been referenced once, in one comic way back when, could be used and expanded upon. That is how deep they dove for background material to use in the game. Character development is key, they want to lay a foundation that new fans can absorb and have as a reference in future Transformers product and media. Archer and Hasbro let us know that current fans of the franchise will see things they recognize and be able to connect and infer connections to them; all types of people/places/things from the past. Seems like it's going to be a ton of head-nods to us, but still allowing newbies to jump right in. Something that needs to be done again and again with such a long and diverse history like Transformers has.

TOYS?

In relation to toys, they said that as they get closer they will evaluate all possible options for maximizing exposure of the game and the brand. So if toys will work, they would consider it.

A LITTLE Q n A
with Matt Tieger, Game Director, High Moon Studios

TFW2005: Are any familiar voices returning for the game?

HMS: I think there is a law against making a TF game without Peter Cullen. Side note: he is awesome to work with, his voice is undeniably Optimus.TFW2005: Will the game offer online and/or offline co-op modes?

HMS: Yup, fans will be able to play the campaigns online with their friends through co-op modes (first time in a Transformers game) or go head to head in intense multiplayer modes. We’ll be divulging more details in the near future, but I can tell you this much – since day 1 on this project MP has been important to what we are doing.TFW2005: There have been rumors that this game will be heavily influenced by Gears of War. Is this accurate?

HMS: I think a lot of that comes from the fact that we are using the same engine – the Unreal Engine - and that we are 3rd person. However there are some notable differences. 1 - We are not a cover-based shooter (you think Megatron would take cover?), 2 - Transform anywhere, 3 – Special abilities add an additional layer of strategic depth, 4 – finally, Transformers has always been a team based property and each character has unique abilities so teamwork becomes pivotal. NONE of this should take away from the awesomeness that is Gears, honestly if gamers compare us positively to one of the all-time best games ever, I am thrilled! TFW2005: Will there be downloadable content for the game? If so are you thinking about just extra characters / skins, or extra mission packs as well?

HMS: We are fully committed to this game and plan to support it after it ships as best we can, but we’re not ready to talk about specific details just yet.TFW2005: Was it going to be War on Cybertron from the outset, or did it begin as a game for a previous Transformers iteration?

HMS: This game has always been about Cybertron. Talk about a setting that is begging for a video game! Fans are going to love it.WRAP UP

Overall, this looks to be an off-movie-year game that was planned and executed properly. Movie games are great, but they often suffer because of short development cycles. This game however doesn't have that restriction and has been developed for the sole purpose of being a great game, and great Transformers story. Akin to what Batman Arkham Asylum was, developed outside the movie-game-cycle, with the fans and gamers in mind. Let's hope they deliver. Transformers War for Cybertron is due out in 2010 from Activision/High Moon on all major gaming platforms.

[Solrac333]

Found another trailer!


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I felt like I was listening to some old guy reading a children's book out loud while on the phone navigating through a phone menu.

[Overhaulimus]

What do they mean,possibly the last generation for a while?

Awesome that they are getting Cullen for Prime and hopefully Ironhide,lets hope they get Welker for Megatron.

[Overhaulimus]

First page updated with Megatron's Profile from GameInformer's site.

[Overhaulimus]

GI,updated their site again today,this time with more concept art,I posted a few,I will continually update the thread with the new concept art.

[Dubcustomz]

Nice. Thanks for the effort man.

[Overhaulimus]

No problem,this is something that I am very excited and passionate about and I want you guys to be up to speed on the updates as well.

[Overhaulimus]

First post updated with info on STARSCREAM!

[mampy]

Starscream looks like a sissy. Prime and Megs, though. I hope they get made into toys!

[Overhaulimus]

Well Screamer has always been a sissy.

[frenzyrumble]

new trailer. so good...



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[Overhaulimus]

For those who can't get the IGN site to load,here is a YouTube version:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zUWc4uGIxSM

Cullen is Prime,not sure who is Megatron,and the return of Trypticon!!!!!!!

[Solrac333]

In the words of Spike Witwickey, SHIT!

[Overhaulimus]

Just watched it again and I still mutter "Fuck yea" when Prime saves Bumblebee by knocking the missile out of the sky,was that Screamer that shot them or was it Tcracker or Skywarp?

[Solrac333]

Had to watch it again. My wife was like "WHAT THE HELL?!"

I think it's Starscream. Did anyone notice Soundwave?

[Overhaulimus]

Yea he's very discreet in the trailer.

I love how all of the faction logos glow now.

[frenzyrumble]

yeah, really anxious to get to personally and see how others do the glow effect on these bots, seems to be the signature element for all WFC characters. Hopefully I can do some magic with the fiber light tubing like I used on Jolt.

[Overhaulimus]

I'm looking into molding and casting the faction logos in clear resin and back lighting them with the appropriate colored LED.

[Prime46]

WOW ... just watched the reveal trailer and it was awsome!
and how that dinosaur guy that fall from the meteor?? is that grimlock? lol

[Overhaulimus]

Trypticon not Grimlock.

[frenzyrumble]

yeah. Trypticon! I really hope they make a figure for him, though - I have one in the works also...

Here's the G1 Trypicon (A GIANT brick)...

http://img449.imageshack.us/img449/3050/trypticonwithaccessories0kt.jpg

http://images1.wikia.nocookie.net/transformers/images/4/4f/TrypticonGenerations1.jpg

[Altitron]

My expectations are so high for this game, you don't even know! I'm almost afraid to be this excited after how miserably the movies have been handled, I really don't want to be that let down again. :P

I think I'd be satisfied if this game played half as good as it looks. I'm hopeful since it isn't tied to the movie, and the short release schedule and production time that would entail.

Here's hoping it blows us all away!

TRYPTICON! EFF YEAH!

- Alty

[frenzyrumble]

I agree, some actual gameplay footage would be nice to see. I assume MP will suck though.

[hXcpunk23]

If they're using the Unreal Engine and touting the gameplay as similar to Gears of War, I think the MP could actually be decent.........only time will tell though. I'd like to see gameplay footage first. I just hope it runs at a good frame rate and isn't choppy.

[frenzyrumble]

Let's hope so. Unreal also did COD or was it borderlands? Both had good MP, but I wasn't a fan of borderland's co-op (though I think w/ a friend it could be kickass)

[Overhaulimus]

http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_18Sx-3K2BkY/S3G5VGhYTZI/AAAAAAAAAJw/WyjgaIf64LM/s1600/SHOCKWAVEW_1265741370.jpg

GameStop preorder bonus Shockwave for multiplayer.

[frogDNA]

Looking good! I hope this game spawns lots of figures!

[Overhaulimus]

I hope so too,I would love to have that Shockwave as an actual figure.

[Nick]

New info and a new trailer with a little gameplay footage...

http://xbox360.ign.com/articles/107/1072356p1.html

[AutobotX23]

Drooling....Omega Supreme, FTW!!!!!

[thyvipera]

i cant wait to get this game. i saw the gameplay footage, and it looks badass. it reminds me of the armada video game which i loved, so i'm def. going to buy this.

and yep, Omega Supreme has never looked better! i really hope they make a bunch of toys from this game

[groovycustoms]

This game looks sick!!! It's be nice to have the voices from the G1 cartoon for soundwave and Megatron! Sounds like they got Peter Cullen on board for this!

[Overhaulimus]

Megatron isn't Frank Welker from G1,it's someone else,no clue who though.

[jbarb78]

I cant wait for this game on PS3, or the figs. I need a new video crack fix, CoD is great but getting old quick.

[Shinobitron]

After ROTF and the First Movie based game I'm definatly shying away from this till I get to rent it first. I took some reviews to haeart on those other 2 and they were poop cause they were done by uber fans who beleive that nothing TF is bad.

[jbarb78]

After ROTF and the First Movie based game I'm definatly shying away from this till I get to rent it first. I took some reviews to haeart on those other 2 and they were poop cause they were done by uber fans who beleive that nothing TF is bad.

Yeah the first movie game sucked balls, it was just the same shit over and over, drive here and shoot this, drive here and beat up this, the only thing that changed was the shape of the buildings. First game I got with my PS3, was bored with it in about an hour.

[reddragon162]

Yeah the first movie game sucked balls, it was just the same shit over and over, drive here and shoot this, drive here and beat up this, the only thing that changed was the shape of the buildings. First game I got with my PS3, was bored with it in about an hour.

Yeah, that was one of the first games I got for my PS3 as well, and it was unnecessarily hard. The second to last level as Megatron when you have to cause 100% destruction within a time limit? Freaking impossible. I've only played a little of the second movie game, and holding down a button to stay transformed is insane, and who is gunna remember all those button combos to do the attack moves? Not me. Still gunna be playing it (sometime) because I've already paid for the G1 skins download.

Got WfC preordered from Gamestop and now wish I had done it from Best Buy. Jazz is my fav character.

[Altitron]

holding down a button to stay transformed is insane

Doesn't that cramp the shit out of your hand?

- Alty

[frenzyrumble]

new MP video. Looks hot, I see...Arcee!



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[frenzyrumble]

game's site updated today w/ Brawl and Silverbolt, check them out....

[thyvipera]

this game is going to rule. comes out a few days before botcon too. i know what some of us will be doing at the booth ;)

[frenzyrumble]

haha, so true. snagged this pic of Arcee from a video also:


http://www.procustomizers.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=2846&stc=1&d=1273098304

[Altitron]

I can't wait for this game!

- Alty

[jbarb78]

I'm chompin at the bit to get my hands on this game, gettin bored with Modern Warfare.

[zartanman]

Looking forward to this and the action figures, though they are going to need a good deal of customizing.

[jbarb78]

Indeed they do, and they will. I have an idea or 2 already brewing, and I know a few others who do as well.


Looking forward to this and the action figures, though they are going to need a good deal of customizing.

[formula93]

Multiplayer demo is out tomorrow!

[Altitron]

Multiplayer demo is out tomorrow!

WOO XBOX LIVE

- Alty

[hXcpunk23]

Some guys over at TFW are saying the demo is up in the Xbox Marketplace. Just thought I'd pass it along to those who may not have known. I'll have to try it out--but I need to see if I have a spare 48 hour trial thing somewhere (gold ran out long ago and the way things have been, I just said screw it and never renewed--well, that and Gears 2 was being a bitch to get into after some of their patch "fixes"......had no issues going online and playing before they messed with things, damn Epic).

[The Deej]

My Gold ran out just this morning when I checked to see if the demo was up.

Talk about timing, huh?

[jbarb78]

Man, F Bill Gates and Microsoft. Yeah its cool to get demos and stuff early, but the whole pay to play thing sucks donkey balls, and the xbox we have has lots of glitches. I'll wait for PS3, atleast online is free.

[Altitron]

I'll wait for PS3, atleast online is free.

Enjoy that while you still can. It will change soon.

- Alty

[formula93]

Man, I keep getting my ass kicked at this game. I went 12 and 4 one time, but thats as good as it gets. None of the weapons (besides the tank cannon) seem to have any OOMPH.

[Shinobitron]

All I'm gonna say is meh. Played it for a few hrslast night and its decent but nothing to write home about. Controls are very hard to grasp and get used to.

[Altitron]

I enjoy it quite a bit, but it is not without its flaws. My friends and I have been having a blast in the multiplayer together. The demo alone is easily better than any other Transformers game I've ever played... although that's not saying much...

I would like to go Decepticon every time, and the melee system I think needs some tweaking or expanding. It's very heavily based on the Unreal tournament game from about five years ago... Championship? I didn't enjoy it then, and I'm not really digging it now (even though Whirlwind has saved my ass countless times). The thumbstick transformation is very, very twitchy. I don't know how many times I've died by accidentally transforming. Bleah.

In the future, I would like for them to release an Earth-bound sequel, or incorporate some other-wordly maps in multiplayer at least. I think it would work very nicely. I get the distinct sense that the Cybertron maps are going to get boring, and quickly. I'd like to see Earth cities, forests, deserts, snow scapes... there's much more variety on Earth than on Cybertron.

- Alty

[hater06]

Enjoy that while you still can. It will change soon.

- Alty

they are introducing a better online package that will require a subscription but everything we have right now will still be free.

[Hotwire]

My brother showed me this commercial last night. Love it!!
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[frenzyrumble]

yeah, it's got it flaws and assets, it's a good looking game, I'm looking forward to the campaigns and more maps/characters. It takes some getting used to but, there's a lot going on, graphics, controls, etc, etc...i am not a fan of clicking the left controller in to TF and then again to TF back. I preferred ROTF's method of "hold button for alt mode, release to TF back"

[frenzyrumble]

man, with the crappy weapons on MP, it boggle me how we can ever take down a boss like this...

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[Altitron]

I'm pretty sure those weapons are bottom-tier. If the game follows the model of any other class/upgrade multiplayer out there, we should be looking forward to 50 (at least 20, I hope) some odd ranks of weapons, abilitites, and upgrades.

- Alty

[IceWilly]

my GT on xbox is IceWilly if any of you guys want to play together. Also, some guns are really good in multi. Mini gun is big time damage, as is the sniper etc. Just about making sure you land your shots and softening people up with grenades or a melee attack. Its certainly hard to hit long distance sniper shots on moving targets, but thats okay I prefer to get in and mix it up anyway.

[Altitron]

my GT on xbox is IceWilly if any of you guys want to play together. Also, some guns are really good in multi. Mini gun is big time damage, as is the sniper etc. Just about making sure you land your shots and softening people up with grenades or a melee attack. Its certainly hard to hit long distance sniper shots on moving targets, but thats okay I prefer to get in and mix it up anyway.

Yeah, I really hate the clunky movement when you're zoomed in with the sniper rifle.

- Alty

[hater06]

guess what i just picked up? god i love NYC Chinatown...

http://s123.photobucket.com/albums/o314/lennyhu/?action=view&current=58a01

[Unicron-9]

I wish I knew where I could grab this game early. I played as Megatron at the Buymor- I mean Best Buy, but the guy playing before me left me starting off with no ammo so I gave it about 2 minutes.
I'm not sure how I feel about transformers needing ammo. Energon for using blasters maybe but ammo?

[hater06]

for those ps3 guys out there... beware... its a 5gb install... x_X

[frenzyrumble]

yeah, played the full version at best buy today, it's really nice and awesome.

[jbarb78]

5gb? Lucky I got the 80gb HD, I dont install much on it, and I just cleared out all the game files for the ones I sold. Cant wait to get my hands on it, though I probably wont play too much, Red Dead is already distracting me.

[Unicron-9]

I couldn't wait for my preordered one at gamestop so I went and got it at midnight at Walmart.
I'm thinking of getting the copy at Gamestop later today though so I can have Shockwave.
Can anyone tell me how you get bonus preorder characters? Is it a code to unlock or something? Maybe I wont need to go buy the game again.

[Shinobitron]

I couldn't wait for my preordered one at gamestop so I went and got it at midnight at Walmart.
I'm thinking of getting the copy at Gamestop later today though so I can have Shockwave.
Can anyone tell me how you get bonus preorder characters? Is it a code to unlock or something? Maybe I wont need to go buy the game again.

I wouldnt waste all your $ on multiple copies of the game. Give it a month and they will have DLC of the various exclusive characters for purchase.

[frenzyrumble]

got mine this morning....played the first level (couldn't help it) and it's so frikin nice...

[Unicron-9]

The level of detail on everything blows my mind. I've been playing as Starscream with the other 2 seekers by my side. The dialog and feel of being SS with his seekers is awesome. A dream come true. I just kind of hate that Starscream sounds almost just like Freeza from DragonballZ.

[hater06]

they even have the same announcer guy read the prologue to each level... i think that was an amazing touch... i'm on the last level of the decepticon campaign now... i dont really have any complaints other then sometimes during game play and cut scenes the textures have problems rendering... i dont know if this is an issue with the 360/PC versions or not.

this game is MUCH harder than i thot i would be...

[frenzyrumble]

yeah. it is tough. I made the decision to go through each campaign in the higher difficulty, I like the challenge.

[Unicron-9]

yeah. it is tough. I made the decision to go through each campaign in the higher difficulty, I like the challenge.

You and your "Hard" difficulty setting on games man... I'm playing on medium and its not easy at all. I have to be careful with ammo and use all available cover and resources to survive at times. I don't know how you do it.

[Altitron]

they even have the same announcer guy read the prologue to each level... i think that was an amazing touch... i'm on the last level of the decepticon campaign now... i dont really have any complaints other then sometimes during game play and cut scenes the textures have problems rendering... i dont know if this is an issue with the 360/PC versions or not.

this game is MUCH harder than i thot i would be...

It is an intelligent, challenging hard, right? Not hard purely by horrible game design?

- Alty

[MacrossFa19]

The Campaign is fucking great. The online multiplayer is a little lacking. (PS# version)-I must have played about 15 matches then got sick of all the "glitchiness". either every host had a bad connection to the net, or the games servers are screwey.

Anyone having these problems?

[Overhaulimus]

I haven't had any glitchiness at all Macross and I'm on the PSN as well.

Alty,the difficulty is an intelligent,challenging hard for sure,I love this game.

[hater06]

definitely love this game... i feel like the autobot campaign is so much more fun than the decepticon one... its hard because sometime something so strong will be shooting you you'd just die really quick... and its hard to keep tabs on ammo, i always find myself scavenging guns... sucks when you're about to walk in to a firefight and you have like 30 rounds in a rifle...

[reddragon162]

I started playing on easy mode because I want to get a feel for how things are and unlock the two fembots easily. After that I'll try playing it harder. I went online with the thing and couldn't really connect to any players. Hopefully in a few days things will have cleared up.. Also, anyone notice that you still can't download your preorder character? Whats up with that?

[Shinobitron]

I'm sorry but Multiplayer flat out sucks. There is no balance at all in this mode. At one point it was 2 Lvl 1s a 5 a 1 and me 0 fighting a team of all 14-18s they beat us 3-40. I also don't like the fact that I emptied an entire clip into a scout and he walks up and shoots me once and I die. Complete BS. They really need to work these issues out or its going to deter regular players from playing and killing the longevity of the game alot faster.

[Unicron-9]

I'm sorry but Multiplayer flat out sucks. There is no balance at all in this mode. At one point it was 2 Lvl 1s a 5 a 1 and me 0 fighting a team of all 14-18s they beat us 3-40. I also don't like the fact that I emptied an entire clip into a scout and he walks up and shoots me once and I die. Complete BS. They really need to work these issues out or its going to deter regular players from playing and killing the longevity of the game alot faster.

EEewwww that's bad news. I've really been looking forward to multi. 2 more levels and I'll have the game beat.

[formula93]

I'm sorry but Multiplayer flat out sucks. There is no balance at all in this mode. At one point it was 2 Lvl 1s a 5 a 1 and me 0 fighting a team of all 14-18s they beat us 3-40. I also don't like the fact that I emptied an entire clip into a scout and he walks up and shoots me once and I die. Complete BS. They really need to work these issues out or its going to deter regular players from playing and killing the longevity of the game alot faster.

Thats why I cancelled my pre-order. I'm over paying $60 for a 10 hour single player game. The multiplayer has to be SPECTACULAR (like Modern Warfare 2) or I wait until a steep price drop.

[IceWilly]

Its not MW, but did you really expect it to be? its decent and its transformers... Hey that makes it a good sell for me....

Multi player is fun, but you gotta really understand how to play to have a shot. I agree the balance isn't that great... but there is nothing stopping you from doing to them what they do to you.

Levels help, but not really that much. You get access to better perks and stuff, but that just tailors a little bit to the playstyle they chose. Yes the 20+ perks should significantly help some... but hey there is a reason they killed you. Its easy to miss shots or get double teamed. Certainly no scout or scientist is going to take down 2 guys at once who are equal skill level, but a buffed leader certainly can, or a warrior with whirlwind.

Just have to pick your battles, and know the maps so you can easily get health packs and overshields. they help a lot.

here is a post i made on TFW, maybe you will find value in it.



In alpha order....

Berth
Type - Square symmetric (2 axis)
Size - Medium
Health packs(4)/shield(1) - 1 outside of each base. 1 along sides. Shield in center, top level
CTF - Each end is the bases in capture the flag, 2 entrances on either side of the bases. Outer entrances loop around and above the flag.
Conquest - Looking out from the bases the nodes for Conquest are on the right exit. Node C has close health pack making B/C the best 2 to hold.
Choke/Strategy - n/a

Complex
Type - Symmetric about 1 axis
Size - small
Health packs(8)/Shield(2) - 1 by nodes, 1 in lower entrance, 1 in back at top of ramp, 1 by front entrance. shield on left side when exiting bases on gangway
CTF - approach from side gangways, you get shield plus flank.
Conquest - snipe middle from windows.
Choke/Strategy - Most will congregate to the center. upper platforms good for covering with health packs not far away. can double jump from platform into node room as well.
* Lots of energon packs on this map, if you can't find one when you need it you need to learn the map better.

Rust
Type - Grossly non symmetric
Size - Large
Health packs(6)/Shield(2) - 1 Health pack inside bases, 1 in side base entrance. 1 by side entrance to center choke. Overshields located in right side tunnels when exiting from either base on the right.
CTF - right side approaches best as you come in from high or behind.
Conquest - A/B easiest to hold. Shortest distance and do not have to cross through choke.
Choke/Strategy - All on same plane except tunnels with overshield. Planes must fly low to get through center/tunnels.

Orbital Debris
Type - Symmetric 1 axis
Size - Large
Health packs(3?)/Shield(1) - Health/ammo down the hole as you exit each base. 1 Health pack in the tunnel gangway in the center near node 3. Shield on opposite side wreckage with ammo
CTF - Pretty wide open, although only 1 side entrance to each base from the ground.
Conquest - Underground nodes not to far from health/ammo. Not much cover to defend from inside the ring. Shockwave would work well to clear B and knock people off the map. Lots of places above for scientists to snipe.
Choke/Strategy - top middle seems like a death trap, not hard to approach from below once you know the layout.

streets
Type - non symmetric
Size - Large and complex
Health packs(8)/Shield() - 2 In each base, 1 towards middle. 1 above C, one below. Overshield on gangway next to A
CTF - Many entrances to each base. Good back door to autobots, only 2nd entrance to decepticon base from above
Conquest - A/C best to hold. All nodes up on platforms, know how to get up to them and what health packs are handy.
Choke/Strategy - Get up top and stay up top. Know the health packs. You can double jump into C nodes window.

Molten *Demo map*
Type - 1 axis symmetric
Size - Medium
Health packs(12)/Shield(1) - 1 inside each base, hell all over the place. Overshield in lower center.
CTF - approach/exit up the ramp or to the right from the bases. best cover.
Conquest - mine up entrance from mid, kill the dummies there. Easy to heal up constantly.

Gorge
Type - Symmetric
Size - Small
Health packs(7)/Shield() - 1 in lower base, one at top of ramp, one in long ramp towards Mid. one above C
CTF -
Conquest - Take long ramp towards C or stay on low ground to bypass the handy health packs.

Seed of corruption
Type - non symmetric
Size - Large
Health packs(12)/Shield(1) - 1 in base, 1 in side entrance, 1 outside main door close, 1 on outer platform, 2 by mid. shield up
CTF -
Conquest - approach from sides in A/C. B guard from in site with 2 health packs, or above with shield.
Choke/Strategy - Soooo many health packs. Don't be a scrub and attack from the main level, so many better options. 2 rooms on either side, soundwaves control room and a solar system room are both options depending on what faction you are.

[Unicron-9]

I beat the game earlier tonight. The autobot campaign was better but tougher too. Trypticon was TOUGH! All around great game so just pure joy to be a TF fan and play through this.
So far online Multiplayer has been great. I haven't been looking at players levels but my first match I never died, got 12 kills, and gained a level. Full room in Deathmatch.
I don't expect that to happen a lot but I hope it stays this fun.

TJ Score- 9.5

[whoopoi]

I found the campaign to be really awesome. The story is great. The difficulty level is challenging.. it's too easy for me on Normal.. but on hard, it just the same game, but it takes less hits to kill you, a few more enemies, but eh..

My BIGGEST gripe is that the enemies are ALL repeated... the ones you fought in the decepticon campaign you'll fight in the autobot campaign, just reskinned a different color... I think they should have used variety..

also, anyone else who played it, notice that Omega Supreme has genitals? :) or something in the shape of..?

~Drew

http://img138.imageshack.us/img138/1646/20100624015500.jpg

[frenzyrumble]

beat it as well yesterday. kinda disappointed in the length of the game..realllly short campaign. I feel HMS really over-hyped this game (or perhaps I just did it to myself)

Typticon was just awesome. A real monotonous battle, but very fun. Story was very awesome too. The "generic" drone bots you kill do make the game boring too...what are there? 4 types of enemies?

A crouching control would have made this game a lot better. Without it, I found myself using the sniper type guns from random open areas....logically makes no sense. Also, the button to TF is TERRIBLE where it is. Pressing the left controller knob by accident happens too often for me, and I hate HATE accidentally Transforming.

MP is ok, but very poorly balanced.

[Unicron-9]

beat it as well yesterday. kinda disappointed in the length of the game..realllly short campaign. I feel HMS really over-hyped this game (or perhaps I just did it to myself)

Typticon was just awesome. A real monotonous battle, but very fun. Story was very awesome too. The "generic" drone bots you kill do make the game boring too...what are there? 4 types of enemies?

A crouching control would have made this game a lot better. Without it, I found myself using the sniper type guns from random open areas....logically makes no sense. Also, the button to TF is TERRIBLE where it is. Pressing the left controller knob by accident happens too often for me, and I hate HATE accidentally Transforming.

MP is ok, but very poorly balanced.

I agree that a crouch would help some but I REALLY agree about the transform button. For some reason in the heat of battle when I hit L1 to detonate mines I often transform instead. Like my stupid thumb twitches when I hit L1 or something. I think you can change the controls though.

For whatever reason I have not encountered these balance problems at all. I'm playing regional and every match has had nothing but guys around my level. I've got all of my classes up to between 4 and 6 and the highest lvl guys I've played with were 12 in just one class and low lvl on others.
I've been LOVING online multi. Just hate the weapon selection on scouts.

[frenzyrumble]

thing is, "smarter" games have always used L thumb button for less "important" things, like sprint for example. If you accidentally hit sprint for 1/2 a second, it doesn't effect your fight. Transforming into alt mode...does.

[Unicron-9]

thing is, "smarter" games have always used L thumb button for less "important" things, like sprint for example. If you accidentally hit sprint for 1/2 a second, it doesn't effect your fight. Transforming into alt mode...does.

Very very true.
Well I have been seeing the balance issues a bit now too. It can be irritating to unload a clip from the photon burst into an enemy and he's still alive to kill me while I reload but I guess I have some great perks to look forward to.

[jbarb78]

I'm liking it so far, I'm switching back and forth from this and Red Dead Redemption. I agree it could use a crouch feature, I keep thinking I'm playin RDR and hit the button to crouch, which is the transformation button. Its LEAPS AND BOUNDS over the first TF movie game, that one sucks major balls. I didnt even bother with ROTF after that steaming pile of shit.

[reddragon162]

I'm liking it so far, I'm switching back and forth from this and Red Dead Redemption. I agree it could use a crouch feature, I keep thinking I'm playin RDR and hit the button to crouch, which is the transformation button. Its LEAPS AND BOUNDS over the first TF movie game, that one sucks major balls. I didn't even bother with ROTF after that steaming pile of shit.

I bought ROTF, but only after I saw the (pay) downloadable content video the the characters in G1 skins. I played about 30 min of it and gave up in frustration. You have to hold down a button to stay transformed in alt mode, and then do some button combos to attack while in vehicular mode. Stuff is impossible to memorize, but it WILL get played someday.

I also agree with the need for crouch. Really started playing multiplayer yesterday, and it bugs the shit out of me how easy it is to die while how hard it is kill someone else. My best ratio was 10 kills/11 deaths, and thats using my best class, Scientist, which has the least amount of life. That Whirlwind ability is just WAY overkill.

[Altitron]

What the hell is up with no radar? These are machines, are they not?

I toggled the controller scheme so that the Y button is for transformation, but I haven't tried it out yet... a buddy wanted to play RDR. We'll see how it goes later tonight...

Are there more chassis to unlock for the classes in multiplayer? Some of them only have 1 body type, and that seems reeeeeeeaaaaaally lame...

- Alty

[Shinobitron]

What the hell is up with no radar? These are machines, are they not?

I toggled the controller scheme so that the Y button is for transformation, but I haven't tried it out yet... a buddy wanted to play RDR. We'll see how it goes later tonight...

Are there more chassis to unlock for the classes in multiplayer? Some of them only have 1 body type, and that seems reeeeeeeaaaaaally lame...

- Alty
Having Y as the button makes life 100% easier. As far as chassis goes you can unlock Fem bodies once you beat the different campaigns. But thats it, no addition body types for anyone else.

Also Red I've also encountered the I hit you with a full clip you hit me once I die syndrome. Very very frustrating, so I pick a high point and do what I'm best at in games and snipe away!

[Altitron]

Sounds to me like, as much fan service as was put into this game, it was still rushed, developmentally.

- Alty

[hater06]

i just beat soundwave... he was such a bitch! his tapes looked amazing... i dont care much that the game has its flaws... i can still say this is the best transformers game ever made... even tho that doesnt say much since the other ones are neigh unplayable... :)

[frenzyrumble]

i just beat soundwave... he was such a bitch! his tapes looked amazing... i dont care much that the game has its flaws... i can still say this is the best transformers game ever made... even tho that doesnt say much since the other ones are neigh unplayable... :)

Soundwave and the surprises he had in his chest were my favorite part of the game. I especially loved the homage to G1 stuff they'd say. The battle itself was kinda weak (felt like I was spending more time fighting turrets more than Soundwave/minions)

[INCOM]

As usual, I'll wait till the price drops or till I can get one for cheap online or something ;)

[Altitron]

Do you see Zeta Prime transform at all in this game? I want to build a custom figure for him, but I haven't found any concept art depicting his alt mode.

- Alty

[hater06]

just beat it last night... ending was good... i do wish they had "the touch" instead as an end theme... i kinda wish they did a backstory to optimus and megs tho...

alty, the brilliant thing about not showing an alt mode for zeta is that its not open to interpretation. his crown like head makes him look like he belongs in that drift comic... maybe you can take it that route.

[Unicron-9]

I simply did not get to put as much time in as I wanted during the double XP weekend.
All of my classes are at around lvl 13 but I need to get them up higher because the balancing on MP is seriously fucked and it is NOT fun being on the shit end of that stick.

[The Deej]

I've actually found the game to be very well balanced once you pick your rock, paper, or scissors. I was running a disguised spy though TDM for the first 18 levels, and was just murdering everyone I saw, though I was pretty much always killed by a scout and rarely killed them. I also pretty much could never win a one on one shoot out with anyone if they saw through my disguise. Just had to pick your battles there.

I don't fall victim to whirlwind as much as I used to. Again, just been a jet most of this time so when I see one start to swing I just transform and hover above him 'til he's done, though I understand every class has a counter to it.


Oh yeah, the unlocked concept art in the extras section has some alt mode pictures of Zeta Prime.

[BigHank]

i just beat soundwave... he was such a bitch! his tapes looked amazing... i dont care much that the game has its flaws... i can still say this is the best transformers game ever made... even tho that doesnt say much since the other ones are neigh unplayable... :)


Soundwave and the surprises he had in his chest were my favorite part of the game. I especially loved the homage to G1 stuff they'd say. The battle itself was kinda weak (felt like I was spending more time fighting turrets more than Soundwave/minions)

Is anyone able to grab some screen caps of the "tapes"? I'd love to have some reference material, and nope, don't have/play video games.:o

[Altitron]

Oh yeah, the unlocked concept art in the extras section has some alt mode pictures of Zeta Prime.

Thanks, Deej. I'll have to look into that.

- Alty

[Altitron]

I took pictures of my TV screen because I couldn't find the concept art of the alt mode online. LOL

Thanks again, Deej.

- Alty

[The Deej]

No problem Alty.

[Altitron]

So after playing multiplayer for awhile, slogging through Escalation (probably more fun than multiplayer when you've got three friends to play with), and getting through one campaign and halfway through the other, I'll say this:

I wouldn't call it the 'best game evar', but it is the best /Transformers/ game ever. That's not as prestigious, being that there haven't been any half-decent Transformers games until now... but still. It's a step in the right direction, at least.

High Moon has a lot of issues they need to resolve if they want the sequel to sell well, from a gamer point of view vice a Transformers fan. This game is great, don't get me wrong, and they've done right by the fans (and considering the likes of the Transformers fan base, that's an extremely difficult hurdle to cross) but it's not quite up to par with the outstanding titles in the 360's library. Hopefully the reaction to this game will convince Activision to supply High Moon with whatever resources they require to send the sequel out of the ball park, and compete with the likes of those highly anticipated titles of 2011.

:soapbox:

- Alty

[Unicron-9]

Aside from the balancing issues and the fact that bumping into another player in vehicle mode can send you bouncing back 50 feet, I think the MP is great. Although the Decepticon campaign was bland compared to the Autobots, I loved the single player game too. Solid 9 in my book so no, not the best game ever by any means but certainly the best TF game.

I'd really like to play co-op or Escalation with any of you who will. Just tell me when and I'll try to be on. I'm on PS3 and my PSN name is... wait for it.... Unicron9.