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'''''Watch Dogs''''' (stylised '''''WATCH_DOGS''''') is an upcoming [[open world]] [[Action-adventure game|action-adventure]] [[video game]] |
'''''Watch Dogs''''' (stylised '''''WATCH_DOGS''''' ) is an upcoming [[cyberpunk]]-themed [[Stealth game|stealth]] [[science fiction]] [[open world]] [[Action-adventure game|action-adventure]] [[video game]], developed by [[Ubisoft Montreal]] and published by [[Ubisoft]] to be released in 2013<ref>https://twitter.com/watchdogsgame/status/210143235060928512</ref> for for [[Microsoft Windows]], [[PlayStation 3]] and [[Xbox 360]]. ''Watch Dogs'' centers around the player's ability to [[Computer_crime|hack]] into various electronic systems for his needs, either to accomplish their goals or to destroy them completely at specific times. The game was first unveiled during Ubisoft's press conference at [[E3 2012]]. |
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==Gameplay== |
==Gameplay== |
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The main gameplay mechanic of ''Watch Dogs'' is the use of [[hacking (computer security)|hacking]] and [[surveillance]]{{emdash}}the gameplay demo presented during Ubisoft's press conference showed that the player can manipulate and disrupt electronic devices (such as cameras and traffic lights), jam communications, and [[Telephone tapping|tap]] telephone conversations in order to collect information on their target. The player can also access information from the ctOS on the [[Non-player character|NPC]]s they encounter, including information on demographics, health, and their probability of violence. |
The main gameplay mechanic of ''Watch Dogs'' is the use of [[hacking (computer security)|hacking]] and [[surveillance]]{{emdash}}the gameplay demo presented during Ubisoft's press conference showed that the player can manipulate and disrupt electronic devices (such as cameras and traffic lights), jam communications, and [[Telephone tapping|tap]] telephone conversations in order to collect information on their target. The player can also access information from the ctOS on the [[Non-player character|NPC]]s they encounter, including information on demographics, health, and their probability of violence. |
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==Development== |
==Development== |
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The game is being developed by [[Ubisoft Montreal]], and began development in 2010.<ref name="MCV"/> The game was officially unveiled during Ubisoft's press conference at [[E3 2012]]. Although a copy of the trailer was accidentally posted early by Ubisoft's [[YouTube]] channel, it was quickly removed shortly before its official debut.<ref name='verge'>{{cite web |title='Watch Dogs' trailer stuns E3 with next-gen-level graphics |url=http://www.theverge.com/2012/6/4/3063955/what-is-ubisofts-watch-dogs |accessdate=2012-06-04 |author=Philip Kollar |date=2012-06-04 |publisher=[[The Verge (website)|The Verge]]}}</ref><ref name='joystiq'>{{cite web |title='Watch Dogs' announced, looks futuristic |url=http://www.joystiq.com/2012/06/04/watch-dogs-announced-for-next-gen-consoles/ |author=Jordan Mallory |date=2012-06-04 |accessdate=2012-06-04 |publisher=[[Joystiq]]}}</ref> Ubisoft has since confirmed that the game will be a multi-platform release for [[Xbox 360]], [[PlayStation 3]], and [[Microsoft Windows]] and possibly other platforms<ref>http://www.vg247.com/2012/06/06/e3-2012-ubisoft-montreal-introduces-watch-dogs-in-la/</ref>.<ref name='videogamer'>{{cite web|title=Watch Dogs is an Xbox 360/PS3/PC title, Ubisoft confirms|url=http://www.videogamer.com/pc/watch_dogs/news/watch_dogs_is_an_xbox_360_ps3_pc_title_ubisoft_confirms.html|publisher=VideoGamer|accessdate=6 June 2012}}</ref> |
The game is being developed by [[Ubisoft Montreal]], and began development in 2010.<ref name="MCV">{{cite web |title=Ubisoft's new IP Watch Dogs revealed |url=http://www.mcvuk.com/news/read/ubisoft-new-ip-watch-dogs-revealed/097324 |author=Christopher Dring |date=2012-06-04 |accessdate=2012-06-04 |publisher=[[Market for Home Computing and Video Games|MCV]]}}</ref> The game was officially unveiled during Ubisoft's press conference at [[E3 2012]]. Although a copy of the trailer was accidentally posted early by Ubisoft's [[YouTube]] channel, it was quickly removed shortly before its official debut.<ref name='verge'>{{cite web |title='Watch Dogs' trailer stuns E3 with next-gen-level graphics |url=http://www.theverge.com/2012/6/4/3063955/what-is-ubisofts-watch-dogs |accessdate=2012-06-04 |author=Philip Kollar |date=2012-06-04 |publisher=[[The Verge (website)|The Verge]]}}</ref><ref name='joystiq'>{{cite web |title='Watch Dogs' announced, looks futuristic |url=http://www.joystiq.com/2012/06/04/watch-dogs-announced-for-next-gen-consoles/ |author=Jordan Mallory |date=2012-06-04 |accessdate=2012-06-04 |publisher=[[Joystiq]]}}</ref> Ubisoft has since confirmed that the game will be a multi-platform release for [[Xbox 360]], [[PlayStation 3]], and [[Microsoft Windows]] and possibly other platforms<ref>http://www.vg247.com/2012/06/06/e3-2012-ubisoft-montreal-introduces-watch-dogs-in-la/</ref>.<ref name='videogamer'>{{cite web|title=Watch Dogs is an Xbox 360/PS3/PC title, Ubisoft confirms|url=http://www.videogamer.com/pc/watch_dogs/news/watch_dogs_is_an_xbox_360_ps3_pc_title_ubisoft_confirms.html|publisher=VideoGamer|accessdate=6 June 2012}}</ref> |
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During the trailer announcement a [[QR code]] appeared as a mask on a waiter during the trailer, which leads to a real-world promotional website with information regarding the club Aiden has entered. <ref name=e3trailer'>{{cite web |url=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FcMRkyoHKeA&feature=player_detailpage#t=167s |title=Watch Dogs Gameplay Trailer E3 |publisher=Ubisoft |date=2012-06-04 |accessdate=2012-06-07}}</ref> |
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==Reception== |
==Reception== |
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==External Links== |
==External Links== |
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*{{official|http://www.watchdogs.ubi.com}} |
*{{official|http://www.watchdogs.ubi.com}} |
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* [http://dotconnexion.ubi.com/ dotconnextion.com] ([[Viral advertising]], [[Alternate reality game]]) |
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[[Category:Science fiction video games]] |
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Revision as of 01:03, 7 June 2012
| Watch Dogs | |
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| Developer(s) | Ubisoft Montreal |
| Publisher(s) | Ubisoft |
| Platform(s) | TBA |
| Release | 2013[1] |
| Genre(s) | Action-adventure, open world, stealth |
| Mode(s) | Single-player, multiplayer |
Watch Dogs (stylised WATCH_DOGS ) is an upcoming cyberpunk-themed stealth science fiction open world action-adventure video game, developed by Ubisoft Montreal and published by Ubisoft to be released in 2013[2] for for Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360. Watch Dogs centers around the player's ability to hack into various electronic systems for his needs, either to accomplish their goals or to destroy them completely at specific times. The game was first unveiled during Ubisoft's press conference at E3 2012.
Gameplay
The main gameplay mechanic of Watch Dogs is the use of hacking and surveillance—the gameplay demo presented during Ubisoft's press conference showed that the player can manipulate and disrupt electronic devices (such as cameras and traffic lights), jam communications, and tap telephone conversations in order to collect information on their target. The player can also access information from the ctOS on the NPCs they encounter, including information on demographics, health, and their probability of violence.
Plot
The main story is set in Chicago, Illinois during the 2010s[3] and revolves around a man named Aiden Pearce, who has breached into Chicago's "ctOS" (Central Operating System), a centralized computer system which controls almost every piece of technology in the city, and contains information on all of the city's residents which can be used for various purposes.
Development
The game is being developed by Ubisoft Montreal, and began development in 2010.[4] The game was officially unveiled during Ubisoft's press conference at E3 2012. Although a copy of the trailer was accidentally posted early by Ubisoft's YouTube channel, it was quickly removed shortly before its official debut.[5][6] Ubisoft has since confirmed that the game will be a multi-platform release for Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, and Microsoft Windows and possibly other platforms[7].[8] During the trailer announcement a QR code appeared as a mask on a waiter during the trailer, which leads to a real-world promotional website with information regarding the club Aiden has entered. [9]
Reception
Pre-release
The gameplay demo of the PC version of Watch Dogs at E3 was immediately met with positive reception from critics following the press event, praising the game for its "next gen"-quality graphics (despite being released for current generation consoles) and its unique gameplay.[8].
References
- ^ https://twitter.com/watchdogsgame/status/210143235060928512
- ^ https://twitter.com/watchdogsgame/status/210143235060928512
- ^ "E3 Introduction Trailer". Ubisoft. 2012-06-04. Retrieved 2012-06-06.
- ^ Christopher Dring (2012-06-04). "Ubisoft's new IP Watch Dogs revealed". MCV. Retrieved 2012-06-04.
- ^ Philip Kollar (2012-06-04). "'Watch Dogs' trailer stuns E3 with next-gen-level graphics". The Verge. Retrieved 2012-06-04.
- ^ Jordan Mallory (2012-06-04). "'Watch Dogs' announced, looks futuristic". Joystiq. Retrieved 2012-06-04.
- ^ http://www.vg247.com/2012/06/06/e3-2012-ubisoft-montreal-introduces-watch-dogs-in-la/
- ^ a b "Watch Dogs is an Xbox 360/PS3/PC title, Ubisoft confirms". VideoGamer. Retrieved 6 June 2012.
- ^ "Watch Dogs Gameplay Trailer E3". Ubisoft. 2012-06-04. Retrieved 2012-06-07.