TimeSplitters 4
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| Developer(s) | Crytek UK |
| Series | TimeSplitters |
| Engine | CryEngine 3 |
| Genre(s) | First-person shooter |
| Mode(s) | Single player, Multiplayer |
TimeSplitters 4 is the proposed fourth installment of the TimeSplitters series, to be developed by Crytek UK, formerly known as Free Radical Design, the developers responsible for the first three installments in the series.
[edit] Development
In June, 2007, the Official UK PlayStation Magazine revealed that another installment of the TimeSplitters series was being made.[1] However, at Kotaku, Rob Yescombe, the scriptwriter for the previous title in the series, said that the systems they were developing the game for were "unsigned at the moment."[2]
"I'm sure it's possible to do a control scheme that works," Doak added, when asked about his thoughts on developing a first-person shooter for Wii.[3] An early logo for the game was a spoof of the Gears of War logo with a monkey head replacing the skull. There was some concept art for a monkey in Master Chief's armour. Similarly, videos and screenshots of a monkey driving a heavy mechanical diving suit similar to ones featured in BioShock have been released on the developer's website. Because of this, it is expected that there will be more in-game "potshots" of those games as well as other gaming franchises.[1] Yescombe from Free Radical Design confirmed that prediction.[2] Free Radical Design mentioned that TimeSplitters 4 will not use the much-criticised Haze engine, instead opting for some "new and double shiny tech".[4]
Despite the game officially being announced as being in development,[5] the future of the title became uncertain due to Free Radical Design going into administration on December 18, 2008.[6] However, the studio was bought by Crytek, the developers behind the Crysis series. Free Radical have changed their name to Crytek UK. As of August 17, 2009, the project has officially been declared as on hold. In a recent interview, Crytek UK claimed that they would continue the project once there is a high industry demand for such a game.[7]
Crytek UK has filed a new trademark registration for TimeSplitters: Future Perfect. The application was filed on April 26, 2010. Future Perfect was previously released on the Xbox, GameCube and PlayStation 2 in 2005. On November 1, 2010, Crytek UK announced that they were discussing with publishers whether releasing TimeSplitters 4 is the right move to take.[8] Other senior Crytek staff have spoken about 'talks with publishers over the possibilities of a new TS'[9]
On June 14, 2011, VideoGamer.com informed that a high-ranked source inside Crytek had leaked that the company is currently working on a new game (rumored to be TimeSplitters 4) with DirectX 11 to be released on next-generation platforms, including a new console by Microsoft to be announced in 2012.[10] Since then, Crytek has denied any collaboration with Microsoft, however confirmed the use of DirectX 11. They made no comment towards the outcome of TimeSplitters 4.[11]
On July 30, 2011, an article in Official PlayStation Magazine September 2011 edition claimed that the fourth installment was to be announced soon by Crytek, stating "Gun-wielding monkeys are making a comeback! A fourth TimeSplitters title is to be announced soon."[12][13]
[edit] References
- ^ a b "OPM UK confirms new TimeSplitters game". QuickJump. 2007-06-28. http://ps3.qj.net/OPM-UK-confirms-new-Timesplitters-game/pg/49/aid/96263. Retrieved 2010-11-10.
- ^ a b Crecente, Brian (2007-08-08). "Free Radical Talks TimeSplitters 4". Kotaku. http://kotaku.com/gaming/original/free-radical-talks-timesplitters-4-286995.php. Retrieved 2010-11-10.
- ^ Bishop, Stuart (2007-09-25). "Free Radical eyeing Wii for TimeSplitters 4". Games Radar. http://www.gamesradar.com/us/ps3/game/news/article.jsp?sectionId=1006&articleId=2007092511119415035&releaseId=20070808103026684034. Retrieved 2010-11-10.
- ^ Blattberg, Eric (2008-08-30). "TimeSplitters 4 eschews Haze engine, TS2 HD remake hinted". PlayStation Universe. http://www.psu.com/TimeSplitters-4-eschews-Haze-engine,-TS2-HD-remake-hinted-News--a0004693-p0.php. Retrieved 2010-11-10.
- ^ "TimeSplitters 4". Free Radical Design. Archived from the original on 2007-10-11. http://web.archive.org/web/20071011015120/http://www.frd.co.uk/timesplitters4/index.php. Retrieved 2010-11-10.
- ^ Graft, Kris (2008-12-19). "Source: Free Radical Employees Say It's Not Over for Studio". 1UP.com. http://www.1up.com/do/newsStory?cId=3171987. Retrieved 2008-12-18.
- ^ Crossley, Rob (2009-08-17). "TimeSplitters 4 not ruled out by Crytek". Develop. http://www.develop-online.net/news/32621/TimeSplitters-4-project-not-ruled-out-by-Crytek. Retrieved 2010-11-10.
- ^ Yin-Poole, Wesley (2010-11-01). "TimeSplitters: Crytek UK talking to pubs". Eurogamer. http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2010-11-01-timesplitters-crytek-uk-talking-to-pubs. Retrieved 2010-11-10.
- ^ http://gamerant.com/crytek-uk-new-game-e3-2011-ryanb-74757/
- ^ "Xbox 720 'likely' at E3 2012, Crytek on board". videogamer.com. 2011-06-14. http://www.videogamer.com/news/xbox_720_likely_at_e3_2012_crytek_on_board_2.html. Retrieved 2011-06-14.
- ^ "Crytek Denies Next Xbox Development". IGN.com. 2011-06-17. http://uk.xbox360.ign.com/articles/117/1177072p1.html. Retrieved 2011-06-22.
- ^ http://playstationlifestyle.net/2011/07/30/opm-claims-fourth-timesplitters-%E2%80%9Cto-be-announced-soon%E2%80%9D/
- ^ http://www.connectedconsoles.com/blog/opm-rumour-claims-new-timesplitters-title-to-be-announced-soon/3988/
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