Massive Killzone 2 Image Comparison: 2007 vs 2008 vs 2009

Aik, E3 controversial render was in 2005; not included in the above screenshots.

No plans yet. Seeing no official launch for LittleBigPlanet from Sony Malaysia, I'm guessing the same fate for KILLZONE 2.

If that's the case, we do our own unofficial launch'lah. Queue up at selected retailer stores at midnite (if they can get the stocks early). Or on the day of the launch itself.

Killzone 2: Final build IGN Impressions HD

Watch and Listen to IGN's impressions on one of the most anticipated games of 2009. Enjoy!

OPM: Killzone 2 gameplay matches graphics
UK Official PS mag gives Guerrilla a 9/10 pat on the back



It's so far so good for Killzone 2 reviews then, as the Official PlayStation Magazine UK slaps a 9/10 score on the end of its verdict.

Tim Clark, editor of the mag told CVG: "The most surprising thing isn't the visuals - anyone who's seen recent footage will know it's the most handsome thing on the system - but the fact it's got the gameplay to match.

"Killzone 2 is without question the most exciting release due in the first half of 2009," he added.

The review itself says: "Visually it's so far ahead of anything else out there it shatters your expectations... The gameplay is cruel and uncompromising, but also forceful and empowering. You don't finish levels, you survive them."

The full six-page review, as Clark explains, "takes you through every aspect of the game, from the sweeping single-player campaign to the innovative multiplayer mode, detailing what it gets right, as well as the occasional misstep."

The issue, which also packs a huge Game of the Year feature, comes in a fancy "magic holowallet" pictured above, and is on sale from January 20.

Source: http://www.computerandvideogames.com/article.php?id=206101

New screenies:

Official Playstation Magazine Australia - KZ2 Review Scan

Australian gets tin case for KZ2.



Linkus: http://ebgames.com.au/PS3/product.cfm?ID=10873

Tin casing R4 FTW!

@ K-End.. check-out KZ2 at 70" screen. Watch from 3:45.

K-End ngan ajis tu nak campak mana?

Check this out:

The making of Killzone 2 (Full version) [English Subs]



This is one for the non-Dutch speaking audience…They visited Guerilla Games in Amsterdam and talked all day about their upcoming blockbuster Killzone 2. Sit back relax and enjoy their first Mini Documentary…even though it is not so mini now that they joined all 3 parts together. Don’t worry…there’s English subs…

Watch Video (duration 40 minutes): http://www.gamekings.tv/index/videos/minid...version-subbed/

Available now at your local bookstores. Got mine today at Kino KLCC.

If got KZ2 demo, probably the mag already sold-out by now. Price as usual RM42.

Gameplay (Crotia) Review Scans for Killzone 2 (20/20)













Sauce: http://forums.gametrailers.com/thread/715260

Great news for Full HD TV owners.

Killzone 2 will look great on 1080p HDTVs too

Are you lucky enough to have a 1080p HDTV? Killzone 2 will support you with more than just upscaling.

For those that own a television that supports 1080i but not 720p, or even those with 1080p televisions, Guerilla Games will support you with a native rendering resolution of 960by1080.

You might already know this fact, but Seb Downie of GG explains why they went in this direction and the advantages this resolution brings:

"Ok, this is the deal: If Killzone 2 detects a TV that is set to 1080p or 1080i and cannot switch to 720p (our preferred resolution, for if your TV supports it), then it will render in 960x1080 and horizontally scale that to 1080i/p.

"The advantage of doing this (over rendering 720p and then upscaling it to 1080i/p) is that you don't have *any* vertical scaling, and analog TV's don't even have a horizontal resolution. The result is a much clearer picture with much less artifacts for those who have a 1080i/p only set.

"Killzone's advised resolution is 720p, we just made sure that if you have a 1080i/p only set, it looks much better than the 'naive' implementation of upscaling 720p"

Good to know that Killzone 2 will look great on all TV's - apart from that 1950's 14" Black&White tele you've failed to discard.

Sauce: http://www.gamezine.co.uk/news/game-types/...036;1264431.htm

Metacritic has just updated its Killzone 2 review page with GamePro rewarding the exclusive with a perfect score.

From Metacritic:

It took a long time for Killzone 2 to finally come out, but after diving head first into the game, there's no doubt in my mind that it lives up to the hype and is a must-play for FPS fans. [Mar 2009, p.70]

Sauce: http://www.metacritics.com/games/platforms/ps3/killzone2

Yeah, official date announced by Sony is 27th, although Asian version (R3) might come earlier on 25th. But, not confirm yet.

From gamesblog.ugo.com:

5 Reasons Why Killzone 2’s Campaign Rocks
Posted by Russ Frushtick on 01/28 at 12:09 PM



Since everyone seems to think I have an unnatural hatred for all things Killzone 2 (I don’t), I’ve decided to compile a list of the highs of Killzone 2’s campaign. Beware of spoilers.

1) The Big Battles
Landing in the midst of a battlefield of Killzone 2 is absolutely a visual and aural treat. You’re surrounded by smoke, shouting, explosions and giant cannons shooting off lighting, and you can’t help but stare in awe for a little while. Having rewatched the Killzone target video that Sony showed off a few years back, Killzone 2 definitely comes extraordinarily close to matching its high standards. Considering that target video was practically an FMV, that’s saying a lot.

2) The Special Weapons
There are a few special weapons in the game that are a blast to use, making you feel like a true badass as you mow down scores of Helghan. The lightning gun has infinite ammo and arcs to nearby enemies, taking down multiple guys at once, complete with twitching. The bolt gun is definitely more of a one-shot, one-kill weapon, but unlike bolt guns in the past, this one explodes a second or two after contact, giving you a second chance for a kill after a near miss. Lastly the flamethrower’s torch has a pretty slick arc, allowing you to fire over cover, melting anyone that’s hiding behind.

3) The Ground-to-Air Boss Battle
I’m not going to say more than that, but there’s a pretty epic boss battle about midway through the game that was just plain satisfying. You’ll know it when you see it.

4) Taking out heavy Helghast
Throughout the game you’ll come upon several “heavy” Helghast soldiers. You’ve probably seen them in some of the trailers. To take them out, you’ve got to blast away at their heads until they spin around, whereupon you must take out the exploding tanks on their backs. Enough shots and they’ll go kablooie, but if they manage to survive your onslaught, you’re probably going to be riddled with holes. These battles were some of my favorites in the game.

5) Brian Cox!
Brian Cox plays Scolar Visari, the leader of the Helghast, and he really sells the voice acting. He’s a natural politician, which a strong voice and a feeling of resolve behind his words. By the end of the game you really begin to see where this guy is coming from, which is always the sign of a good villain.

Sauce: http://gamesblog.ugo.com/index.php/gamesbl..._campaign_rocks

LuLz, IGN gave 9.5 for graphics? U kiddin' me? They gave GOW2 10.

Just realized something. I think they gave 9.5 because they comparing it with Crysis. GOW2 out of the legue already.

You mean the flamethrower? Maybe IGN didn't realized that Guerrilla just being realistic. If they have seen the actual flamethrowers, they would realize that it is a very accurate rendering of the real thing.


PS: Sorry, a little bit of fen-bui mood today.