Earth Defense Force
| Earth Defense Force | |
|---|---|
| File:Japanese Earth Defense Force Logo as of 2012.jpg.png Japanese series logo as of 2012 | |
| Genre(s) | Third-person shooter, Tactical role-playing game |
| Developer(s) | Sandlot (2003-Present) thinkArts (2006) Vicious Cycle Software (2011) |
| Publisher(s) | D3 Publisher, Agetec |
| Platform(s) | PlayStation 2, Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, PlayStation Portable, PlayStation Vita |
| First release | Monster Attack |
| Latest release | Earth Defense Force 3 Portable |
Earth Defense Force, known in Japan as Chikyû Bōeigun (地球防衛軍, lit. "Earth Defense Force"), is a series of third-person shooter video games. The series is published by the Japanese company D3 Publisher as part of the Simple series.
Story
In 2013, radio waves from deep space are picked up by scientists, proving the existence of extraterrestrial life. The Earth Defense Force, a unified multinational military sponsored by nearly every country, is founded a few years later, in case the aliens prove to be hostile. In each of the games the player assumes the role of an EDF soldier during an alien invasion.
Games
Monster Attack
The first game in the series, simply called Chikyū Bōeigun in Japan, was released as part of the Simple series, a number of series of budget-priced console games, published by Japanese company D3 Publisher. It was released in Europe as "Monster Attack".
Global Defence Force
Chikyū Bōeigun 2 is the second game in the series, released for the PlayStation 2. The game was released in Europe as Global Defence Force but was not released in North America. A PlayStation Portable version of the game, titled Earth Defense Force 2 Portable was released on April 7, 2011.
Global Defence Force: Tactics
Chikyū Bōeigun: Tactics, known as "Global Defence Force: Tactics" in Europe, is a turn-based strategy game, taking place after the events of Global Defence Force.
Earth Defense Force 2017
Earth Defense Force 2017, known in Japan as Chikyū Bōeigun 3 is the third game in the series, released for the Xbox 360. It was the first game in the series to be released in North America. A PlayStation Vita version of Earth Defense Force 3 was announced on June 5, 2012 as Earth Defense Force 3 Portable.[1] The new version will include both local and online co-operative play,[2] as well as the return of Palewing from Earth Defense Force 2.[3] The game was released on September 27, 2012 in Japan.[4]
Earth Defense Force: Insect Armageddon
Earth Defense Force: Insect Armageddon is the fourth game in the series, released for the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3. It was the first game in the series to be developed outside of Japan and also the first to feature online co-operative play.
Future
Earth Defense Force 4 was officially announced on December 24, 2010. The announcement did not specify a release window or the game's platforms.[5] On July 14, 2012 the game's teaser site was launched. [6]
Now known as "Earth Defense Force 2025" it is set in the Year 2025 and will see an upgraded Earth Defense Forces as that have prepared for the return of the Insect Alien Menaces. A 2013 launch window for the PS3 and X-box 360 has been set for America.[7]
Reception
References
- ^ "Earth Defense Forces Set for PlayStation Vita". AndriaSang. 2012-06-05. Retrieved 2012-07-16.
- ^ "First Look: Earth Defense Forces 3 Portable". AndriaSang. 2012-06-07. Retrieved 2012-07-16.
- ^ "Earth Defense Forces 3 Portable Trailer Featuring Palewing". AndriaSang. 2012-07-05. Retrieved 2012-07-16.
- ^ "Earth Defense Forces 3 Portable Date Officially Announced". AndriaSang. 2012-06-29. Retrieved 2012-07-16.
- ^ "Yes, Earth Defense Force 4 Is In Development Too". Siliconera. 2010-12-24. Retrieved 2012-07-16.
- ^ http://www.allgamesbeta.com/2012/12/earth-defense-force-4-coming-to-north.html
External links
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