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Sony has just announced that the Guerilla Shooter, Killzone 2 will release on February 25th in Europe which is two days before it will be released in the US.

Up until now, the Euro date has been somewhat a mystery with Sony only saying a release would be in the same “time-frame” as the US, so to learn the Europe will be getting the game earlier, is somewhat of a surprise.

However, it’s worth noting that games in Europe come out on a Wednesday, so expect a UK release on Friday 27.

Anyway, all’s well that ends well.

By Mike Bowden

According to this V for Videogames piece, a Sony rep has said the company expects Killzone 2 sales to be as good, if not better than Metal Gear Solid 4.

“It would be a lie to say Sony has not invested heavily in Killzone 2 and each individual at Guerilla games has worked even harder to satisfy any expectations kept by the company and their loyal community,” said the rep.

“I do see the game breaking a barrier with a huge variety of groups and expect it to see sales as good as Metal Gear Solid 4 if not beyond it.”

More through the link.

By Mike Bowden

An insider source has revealed to videogaming247.com that it is unlikely the UK will be treated to a similar pre-order-the-game-get-the-demo-early deal as our American cousins.

As far as the rest of Europe is concerned, the decision will be down to individual territories if they want to sanction such an incentive, our source claimed today.

Killzone 2 is out on Feb 27 in the US, whilst a release date is still unconfirmed for Europe.

Update: Eurogamer has a source saying that the demo will be released before the European version of the game, so nothing’s too clear on this one at the moment.

By Mike Bowden

If you were expecting a pre-release demo of Killzone 2 to hit US PSN then think again, as the taster will only be available through Gamestop’s exclusive pre-order campaign.

However, a demo will be forthcoming to everyone else, but only after the game has been released, writes PS3F.

We’ve asked Sony whether a similar offer will be available for Europe.

That is not the end of this Killzone 2 news-fest, as below you can find two brand new, simply excellent looking video of this Guerilla which is due for release on Feb 27 in the US, with Europe still unconfirmed but in the same time-frame.

Enjoy.

By Mike Bowden

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Happy New Year. We’re glad we shut down over Christmas. You didn’t miss a whole lot.

By far the most important story over the break was news that Free Radical cut its workforce by 140 to just 40.

The developer was confirmed as being in administration just before the Christmas holiday.

Speaking to 1UP, Cameron Gunn of administrators ReSolve Partners said, “We made around 140 employees redundant yesterday, effective 31 December (the date up to which they had been paid). We’re still trading on with the remaining 40 or so employees, have advertised the business for sale and have received some strong interest.”

News broke mid-December that staff had turned up for work only to be locked with a notice on the door telling them to adjourn to a nearby hotel.

Free Radical aside, other noteworthy Christmas news included confirmation that Mistwalker JRPG Cry On has been cancelled.

“AQI decided to cancel the project after analyzing the current market environment and forecasts for the future. We deeply apologize for troubling those who were awaiting its release,” said a company rep.

Cry On was apparently part of “Hironobu Sakaguchi’s triumvirate of Xbox 360 titles,” says this 1UP piece (the other two being Blue Dragon and Lost Odyssey), and for those of you who don’t know, the game “was to be an action-RPG featuring a Nobuo Uematsu soundtrack [and] character designs by Kimihiko Fujisaka.”

Full round up below.

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PS3F has them. It’s men with guns shooting at other men with guns, the only difference being the type of gun and type of uniform over previous screens. It’s simple, to the point and it’s just how we like it. In fact, the Guerrilla shooter looks more impressive every time we see it.

Killzone 2 is out in the US on February 27, with other territories TBA.

By Mike Bowden

Have a look at the ISA M4 revolver, ISA M82-G assault rifle, and the ISA M13 semi-automatic combat shotgun all being fired in Killzone 2 after the break.

Firing guns makes us happy, as does playing Killzone 2. So we’re made up.

Check it out.

By Mike Bowden

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The DPad kids just don’t know when to stop. They’re camera mental. You can find a 16-minute video of Killzone 2 after the break, shot at Eurogamer Expo this week.

Mike played this demo through, so read his impressions here.

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Far Cry 2 multiplayer will be class-based apparently and if you’re into that sort of thing then you’ll be pleased to know that the individual classes and their different strengths and weaknesses have been unveiled.

They are:

• Commando – “Mid-range assault class. Effective at fire-and-movement tactics.”
• Sharpshooter – “Long-range specialist. Armed with highly accurate weapons.”
• Guerrilla – “Short-range class. Specializes in close combat and ambush tactics.”
• Rebel – “Specialist in explosives and fire. Strong on offense or defense.”
• Gunner – “Heavy firepower specialist. Highly effective from static firing positions.”
• Saboteur – “Equipped with silenced weapons. Specializes in stealth tactics.”

Thanks, Far Cry Gaming Front.

By Mike Bowden

More than 50 playable games have now been confirmed for the first Eurogamer Expo, to take place in London on October 28-29, including Killzone 2.

Here’s the new stuff, announced today:

• Killzone 2 (PlayStation 3)
• Left 4 Dead (Xbox 360)
• Disaster: Day of Crisis (Nintendo Wii)
• Wario Land: The Shake Dimension (Nintendo Wii)
• PSN Power Pack (PlayStation Portable)
• PSN Puzzle Pack (PlayStation Portable)

Full details – including how to get tickets – after the link.

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On PS3Life.nl. They’re shot off-screen, but at least it proves it’s actually happening. Keys were sent out last night in Europe, in case you missed it.

There’s bound to be video floating about. We’re a bit blurry, so we may have missed it. If we see any later we’ll post it.

According to this PS3F story, readers are reported that Killzone 2 beta keys are currently being sent out to Europeans by email.

There’s no detail yet on when the test’s going live, but as soon as we know, so will you.

Oh, good gravy! SCEE’s sent out journalist invites to a Killzone 2 public beta this afternoon, which will apparently take place “later this year.”

No specifics are available as yet, but we’re fucking pumped. We’re so pumped. We’ve supplied all the information we’ve been asked for and we’re waiting to hear on the dates now.

Pumped.

After the link. Whichever way you wash it, Guerrilla’s opus looks brutally over-powered. Probably PS3′s biggest no-brainer so far. See why.

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PS3F has learned that Sony shooter, Killzone 2, will have bots in multiplayer. Also, currently there are no vehicles online but Guerilla will be realising a post-release that will allow you to run each other over.

Here‘s some new, great looking footage from Games Convention this week.

By Mike Bowden

Sony’s released a new multiplayer trailer for Killzone 2 ahead of the start of Games Convention in Germany this morning. After the break. As you’d expect, lost of bullets are involved. It appears to be 5.34am.

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On Gamekyo. We’re excited. The Guerilla shooter has to be one of the best looking projects currently in the works on PS3, as this new set of images testifies. It’s out in February.

We’re kind of losing track of what’s new and what’s not with Killzone vids now, but there’s ten minutes of gameplay footage through the break in two parts. Unless something earth-shattering happens, these’ll be the last.

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This Gameplayer article‘s rumouring that Killzone 2 will feature similar video-sharing features to those found in Halo 3.

No confirmation, but this would be about as shocking as the sun coming up in the morning.

More soon.

Sony’s put out a new gameplay trailer of Killzone 2, showing single-player objective stuff. Looks awesome to us. See for yourself. Game’s out next February.

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