NitroNeo Posted February 21, 2013 Report Share Posted February 21, 2013 Publisher: Sony Computer EntertainmentDeveloper: SCE Studios JapanRelease Date: TBAGenre: ActionPlatform: PS4Trailer: PlayStation 4's lead system architect Mark Cerny has announced the first game for the newly revealed console, Knack. The game, which features animated, cartoonish graphics, is being developed by Japan Studio under Cerny's direction. The announcement came with a brief trailer to tease the game. "War has come to our peaceful land," the trailer's narrator begins. "We must send our best to neutralize this threat." Knack, who the game is named for, is a robot "capable of explosive growth." Scenes in the trailer show Knack at colossal sizes before shedding his junk particles and shrinking down. Knack was created to help turn the tides in a war against goblin forces, who fight the human race. Japan Studio is best known for their work on the Ape Escape, Patapon and Loco Roco series. Knack at E3 2013: The Knack World One essential element of a character-based action game, whether it be Crash Bandicoot or Jak and Daxter, is the vibrant and varied environments to explore. With Knack, we took the increased power of the PS4 as an opportunity to increase the depth and richness of these environments, with enemies and challenges around every corner. We also worked to add a deeper and more involving story – in many ways, the game is a mashup between a classic platformer and a CGI movie starring the very distinctive character of Knack. One Hero, Many Sizes The playable demo in the E3 booth focuses on the different challenges and combat scenarios in the game, which call for unique abilities that only Knack possesses. Transform to use Stealth Knack to slip past lasers, defeat goblins guarding the ice caves by collecting ice parts to build your strength, or collect thousands of relics and become a giant wrecking machine on a rampage – on the game team, we’ve really enjoyed exploring all of the variations of gameplay that come out of Knack’s abilities. Secrets, Gadgets and Crystal Relics There’s another aspect to the game that we revealed for the first time at E3. Sixty secret rooms found throughout the game hold treasure chests, which contain a variety of special items. Some of these are parts of gadgets; collect enough, and you can complete a gadget that will aid Knack in various ways, including the ability to heal faster, increase the strength of his super moves, or help him grow in size. Others of these special items are crystal relics, which unlock six alternate Knack variations to use in the second playthrough of the game, each with its own unique strengths and weaknesses. Get Connected With PlayStation 4, we’re moving to a friends network based on real-world friends, and with Knack we are adding some connected play that brings a new dimension to what has traditionally been a very single-player type of game. Not only can players see how their friends are faring in the game, but friends can also collaborate to help each other along the way. When you find one of the sixty secret rooms in the game, you are presented with the choice to either take the crystal relic or gadget part that you personally found, or elect to take the item your friend found in that same location. Need a specific part to complete a gadget? Trying to complete a specific alternate Knack costume? The more friends you have that are playing the game, the faster you’ll be able to complete the items you want. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aftrunner Posted February 21, 2013 Report Share Posted February 21, 2013 This looked interesting if not spectacular. Shades of katamari. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IshmaelIsBack Posted February 21, 2013 Report Share Posted February 21, 2013 Yeah , then some Pixar vibes. Still , have this one reserved under the watchlist before getting excited. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Somebody Posted February 21, 2013 Report Share Posted February 21, 2013 Based on the videos, this game feels like a Ratchet & Clank game. It looks fun Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KnackChap Posted February 21, 2013 Report Share Posted February 21, 2013 Anyone who doesnt know who mark cerny is just needs to know that almost every new sony ip goes through him before they used to approve it. From crash to kratos, he approved them all. Surprised to see him Jump to game direction but its also good to see their japanese dev teams being led by gaijins. Atleast now they wont be as incompetent as the ps3 days. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KnackChap Posted February 21, 2013 Report Share Posted February 21, 2013 Holy crap just read that he stepped into krazy ken's shoes and is responsible for the ps4 architecture too. Wowza!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NitroNeo Posted February 21, 2013 Author Report Share Posted February 21, 2013 The animation looks so good , reminds me of Disney Pixar's Up , the gameplay animation looks crisp too & i don't see any loss of quality during visual transition from cutscene to gameplay Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
(A)Kira Posted February 21, 2013 Report Share Posted February 21, 2013 Lots of pixar feeling to this game and it looks amazing. Gameplay looks like a lot of fun. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Boss Posted February 21, 2013 Report Share Posted February 21, 2013 Part of Gameplay looks like he becomes smaller and smaller if he gets hit, kinda like Mario? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NitroNeo Posted February 21, 2013 Author Report Share Posted February 21, 2013 Part of Gameplay looks like he becomes smaller and smaller if he gets hit, kinda like Mario? Hmm yeah kinda , i guess his electro field shuts down upon getting hit , it's really cool though , i hope this IP does really well , after crash i wasn't excited for any PS mascot until now Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NitroNeo Posted February 24, 2013 Author Report Share Posted February 24, 2013 "Will Knack be the next Crash Bandicoot?" My thoughts exactlyhttp://www.cinemablend.com/games/Knack-Screenshots-Show-Off-PS4-Exclusive-52933.htmlAlready dreaming of Knack Team Racing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Knack Posted February 25, 2013 Report Share Posted February 25, 2013 going to be a blockbuster Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cat Posted February 26, 2013 Report Share Posted February 26, 2013 ^ dude change ur Avatar... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spacescreamer Posted February 26, 2013 Report Share Posted February 26, 2013 ^ He has been spamming like crazy and all u got to say is change avatar ? @ On topic Abs no chance this thing will see a ps3/pc port ? Damn i am not purchasing a ps4 anytime soon.. but the cell shaded stuff always is enticing For inspiration, seems like Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NitroNeo Posted February 26, 2013 Author Report Share Posted February 26, 2013 Lol i thought that guy was cat For inspiration, seems like Well this confirms it , KTR coming soon , on a serious note though , i am glad sony is finally getting their act together Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ichigo Uzumaki Posted June 12, 2013 Report Share Posted June 12, 2013 Knack E3 2013 Trailer, Screens and Details The Knack World One essential element of a character-based action game, whether it be Crash Bandicoot or Jak and Daxter, is the vibrant and varied environments to explore. With Knack, we took the increased power of the PS4 as an opportunity to increase the depth and richness of these environments, with enemies and challenges around every corner. We also worked to add a deeper and more involving story – in many ways, the game is a mashup between a classic platformer and a CGI movie starring the very distinctive character of Knack. One Hero, Many Sizes The playable demo in the E3 booth focuses on the different challenges and combat scenarios in the game, which call for unique abilities that only Knack possesses. Transform to use Stealth Knack to slip past lasers, defeat goblins guarding the ice caves by collecting ice parts to build your strength, or collect thousands of relics and become a giant wrecking machine on a rampage – on the game team, we’ve really enjoyed exploring all of the variations of gameplay that come out of Knack’s abilities. Secrets, Gadgets and Crystal Relics There’s another aspect to the game that we revealed for the first time at E3. Sixty secret rooms found throughout the game hold treasure chests, which contain a variety of special items. Some of these are parts of gadgets; collect enough, and you can complete a gadget that will aid Knack in various ways, including the ability to heal faster, increase the strength of his super moves, or help him grow in size. Others of these special items are crystal relics, which unlock six alternate Knack variations to use in the second playthrough of the game, each with its own unique strengths and weaknesses. Get Connected With PlayStation 4, we’re moving to a friends network based on real-world friends, and with Knack we are adding some connected play that brings a new dimension to what has traditionally been a very single-player type of game. Not only can players see how their friends are faring in the game, but friends can also collaborate to help each other along the way. When you find one of the sixty secret rooms in the game, you are presented with the choice to either take the crystal relic or gadget part that you personally found, or elect to take the item your friend found in that same location. Need a specific part to complete a gadget? Trying to complete a specific alternate Knack costume? The more friends you have that are playing the game, the faster you’ll be able to complete the items you want. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NitroNeo Posted June 12, 2013 Author Report Share Posted June 12, 2013 Wow great info. mate, nice, this will be added to OP Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Boss Posted August 21, 2013 Report Share Posted August 21, 2013 Looks pretty good. Some effects and graphics are pretty awesome. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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