Duke Nukem: Critical Mass Thread - Page 2

Sharpie · 03-25-2009, 01:26 AM

Ign.com has placed a small preview on the first Duke Nukem game in the upcoming portable trilogy on their website. A demo of Critical Mass was shown to IGN on both DS and PSP platforms with a couple of small levels shown.

IGN had noted that the game looked to be varying in the alpha to pre-alpha stage and with the first game set for a US summer 2009 release, this could be a worrying sign. It was noted that most of the levels were more of a mock up than a final build and many of the weapons were not final models.

There were plenty of notable information contained in the small preview, including what multi-player components will be enabled on each platform and what type of control scheme and view each version will be taking. It is certainly worth a look.

Check it out here: http://au.psp.ign.com/articles/966/966065p1.html

Mr Bear · 03-25-2009, 02:15 AM

Something tells me that this is going to be delayed, contrary to the quote at the end of the article.....

I hope they spend enough time on it and make it all that it can possibly be!

IwantMORE · 03-25-2009, 03:47 AM

It's a shame they are not porting them to the iPhone too...

K100 · 03-25-2009, 06:15 AM

Some screens of the GDC demo here:
http://www.ohgizmo.com/2009/03/25/gd...or-psp-and-ds/

BloodWolf806 · 03-25-2009, 06:33 AM

DS Duke is rated T? What?

Nimoy · 03-25-2009, 01:42 PM

What a gip. The DS could USE some M titles.

Micki! · 03-25-2009, 02:34 PM

Thier website looks pretty sweet i must say...
http://dukeisback.com/

Didn't expect this quality after seeing the trailer last year, hahaha...

Joe Siegler · 03-25-2009, 02:48 PM

Combining a couple of threads here.

Micki! · 03-25-2009, 03:10 PM

After reading the website i just linked, it appears to be more than just an official website, they want fans to join auditions to be the next icon for promotional purposes

Sounds wacky, wonder how that will end up like

Altered Reality · 03-25-2009, 03:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Joe Siegler

Combining a couple of threads here.

Can you or anyone else at 3DRealms already say whether this will be a classic release (=UMD for PSP, game card for DS) or purely a digital delivery release?

BloodWolf806 · 03-25-2009, 03:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Altered Reality

Can you or anyone else at 3DRealms already say whether this will be a classic release (=UMD for PSP, game card for DS) or purely a digital delivery release?

Quote:

Originally Posted by Article

The plan as far as the trilogy is concerned is to make sure another Duke game is on the store shelves as the first one is starting to fall off the shelves."

I know it's a stretch, but he does say "shelves'" which would indicate a hard copy.

http://psp.ign.com/articles/890/890661p1.html

Bad Sector · 03-25-2009, 03:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mr Bear

Wait- what? I was under the impression that the three games were going to be released to retailers on three separate UMDs.....

Maybe. I'm only stating what i know about Sony's PSP plans and i wouldn't be surprised if Sony wanted them to change their plans and make some episodic Duke series - especially if the first one becomes a hit. Of course they could use the downloadable content for other reasons, like putting additional levels/missions. So far the design of the Duke games allow for such disconnected missions and i believe a Duke game would be a very good franchise for episodic gameplay.

Lets not forget that the industry's "next big thing" is supposed to be micropayments and Sony would want their share of it.

Nimoy · 03-25-2009, 03:58 PM

Hahah, the DukeIsBack website uses sprites from Duke 3D to make the animated fire.

Mr Bear · 03-25-2009, 04:11 PM

So let me get this straight.....dukeisback.com holds the purpose of recruiting a Duke Nukem actor to promote the trilogy??

Even though the site doesn't mention the trilogy, there are 10 environment screenshots from the PSP version shown on it.

And it also displays what looks to be a piece of concept art(also from the PSP), with small text over it that says "videos to come". I assume this is for the eventual trailer and gameplay vids?

Micki! · 03-25-2009, 04:52 PM

^
That's what it looks like, yeah...
I'm rather curious with how the game looks in motion...

Joe Siegler · 03-25-2009, 04:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Altered Reality

Can you or anyone else at 3DRealms already say whether this will be a classic release (=UMD for PSP, game card for DS) or purely a digital delivery release?

I can't say anything. Critical Mass is not a 3DR Project. That has to come from Apogee LLC.

AFAIK, dukeisback.com is about finding a guy to play Duke at trade shows. It's not a game site, no.

SpinX · 03-25-2009, 06:45 PM

I hope there's some good inspecting in terms of quality assurance... don't rape duke's reputation please... Graphically I'm not used to seeying PSP and DS screens, they look awfull from my perspective... (used to cutting edge gfx, my fault probably...)

EDIT: VERY BAD NEWS!

This is because the PSP version is rated Mature while the DS version is rated Teen, in order to expand the Duke Nukem audience to young kids who may not be familiar with Duke Nukem 3D. Consequently, only the PSP version is going to have the rampaging and mildly obscene Duke Nukemness that you hunger for (which makes me wonder to what extent the DS version is going to catch on, but that’s a separate issue)

^
Is this the worst design choise in history!? lets destroy the whole logic and character behind Duke...

dan2091 · 03-25-2009, 08:35 PM

Probably he'll be so busy that won't have time to play with anybody else....

Parkar · 03-26-2009, 04:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SpinX

I hope there's some good inspecting in terms of quality assurance... don't rape duke's reputation please... Graphically I'm not used to seeying PSP and DS screens, they look awfull from my perspective... (used to cutting edge gfx, my fault probably...)

EDIT: VERY BAD NEWS!

This is because the PSP version is rated Mature while the DS version is rated Teen, in order to expand the Duke Nukem audience to young kids who may not be familiar with Duke Nukem 3D. Consequently, only the PSP version is going to have the rampaging and mildly obscene Duke Nukemness that you hunger for (which makes me wonder to what extent the DS version is going to catch on, but that’s a separate issue)

^
Is this the worst design choise in history!? lets destroy the whole logic and character behind Duke...

I find it a tiny bit ironic that your avatar is from another Duke game that if released today would be rated Teen as well

.

Altered Reality · 03-26-2009, 04:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SpinX

the DS version is rated Teen, in order to expand the Duke Nukem audience to young kids who may not be familiar with Duke Nukem 3D. Consequently, only the PSP version is going to have the rampaging and mildly obscene Duke Nukemness that you hunger for (which makes me wonder to what extent the DS version is going to catch on, but that’s a separate issue)

THAT doesn't surprise me a bit: the DS always had the reputation of a kiddy console. Moreover, the DS is a NINTENDO console, and you know what Nintendo is like.

Mr Bear · 03-26-2009, 06:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Parkar

I find it a tiny bit ironic that your avatar is from another Duke game that if released today would be rated Teen as well

.

I was just about to point that out.

And even a Teen rating for Duke I and II would be stretching it. I'd say E10+ content, ftw.

BloodWolf806 · 03-26-2009, 09:24 PM

I am currently in the process of getting a PSP off Craigslist mainly for the Duke Trilogy

someguy2435 · 03-26-2009, 09:49 PM

Looks pretty good. I guess I'll finally have another PSP game to buy.

Mr Bear · 03-26-2009, 11:16 PM

Here's a new video interview from GDC, it contains gameplay footage......

http://gdc.gamespot.com/video/620689...interview?hd=1

Anyone found any other videos floating around??

Edit: Okay, I actually watched the movie and....well....let's just say that if the build of the PSP version on display is the most up to date(which I can only assume it is), then I personally don't see any way hell the game will be ready for its intended release date, September.

Does anyone share this opinion?

And tbh, I actually got more excited by hearing Terry Nagy talk about and describe the game than by the actual gameplay footage itself- which is pretty sad.

DerricktheW · 03-26-2009, 11:59 PM

Wasn't it said back when the E3 'trailer' was released that the next Duke game released would be THE Duke game, and not this?

The game does look VERY early staged, but then again thats what was said in the interview. They don't even have the gameplay done most of the way yet.

Keeping an eye on this, as well as hope.

someguy2435 · 03-27-2009, 05:26 AM

the video footage looks pretty rough

BloodWolf806 · 03-27-2009, 08:00 AM

They seem to have the core gameplay tacked down (minus some tweaks like the Apogee rep said), it's just the animations and effects that need more work.

Count me excited!

dlink · 03-27-2009, 09:06 AM

Yehaw Duke Nukem on the DS platform ! I'm so getting this ! Hope it'll be good quality though

crunchy superman · 03-27-2009, 11:26 AM

http://www.gossipgamers.com/gdc-duke-nukem-urinal-ad/

hahaha

Mr Bear · 03-27-2009, 04:36 PM

Here's another piece of concept art that hasn't yet been post in this thread.

Awesome, Duke in Paris.

K100 · 03-27-2009, 04:39 PM

Thanks Mr bear !!!

Nimoy · 03-27-2009, 05:42 PM

That giant robot makes me laugh so hard.

BloodWolf806 · 03-28-2009, 10:29 AM

Is that Optimus Prime?

Anyway I just got a PSP off of Ebay with a 1GB mem stick, Rainbow Six Vegas, Rachet and Clank, and a carrying case for $90.

I'm DUKE-READY!!!

EDIT:

Critical Mass hitting both PSP(WOOT!) and DS in September
http://www.shacknews.com/onearticle.x/57852

Malgon · 03-28-2009, 07:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mr Bear

Here's another piece of concept art that hasn't yet been post in this thread.

Awesome, Duke in Paris.

That looks cool.

Mr Bear · 03-28-2009, 09:06 PM

'Wonder when we'll see the first full-blow official trailer??

Altered Reality · 03-29-2009, 09:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BloodWolf806

I'm DUKE-READY!!!

I'll be Duke-ready when the game is ready.

TonicBH · 03-29-2009, 05:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Altered Reality

THAT doesn't surprise me a bit: the DS always had the reputation of a kiddy console. Moreover, the DS is a NINTENDO console, and you know what Nintendo is like.

No, really, what is Nintendo like? Judging how you said that makes me think you know something I don't.

Keep in mind that Nintendo doesn't police what goes on the system. It was likely a developer decision to keep it as such. You'll still probably get the same Duke experience on that system.

You can get it on the PSP, or double-dip. It's all up to you.

foleyben · 03-30-2009, 07:30 AM

I have to agree that the level design is a bit like DNF(quake version) especially this shot:

http://images.eurogamer.net/assets/a...slideshow=true

So i read the article and the PSP version is a strickly 3rd person affair and the the DS version is a side scroller...sooooooooooo...where the hell does the above screen shot fit in?

I'm expecting a remake on build by someone...

Parkar · 03-30-2009, 07:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by foleyben

I have to agree that the level design is a bit like DNF(quake version) especially this shot:

http://images.eurogamer.net/assets/a...slideshow=true

So i read the article and the PSP version is a strickly 3rd person affair and the the DS version is a side scroller...sooooooooooo...where the hell does the above screen shot fit in?

I'm expecting a remake on build by someone...

PSP version can be played in either first or third person.

Mr Bear · 03-30-2009, 01:25 PM

Here's a cool new screenshot showing what appears to be Duke using cover from a watchtower guard.

03-25-2009, 02:48 PM	#48
Joe Siegler 3D Realms Staff	Duke Nukem: Critical Mass Thread Combining a couple of threads here. __________________ Apogee / 3D Realms Employee: Dec 14, 1992 - May 22, 2009, Oct 23, 2014 - current "Lifting up the Cross to the waiting lost" - Petra \| John 3:16

03-25-2009, 01:26 AM	#41
Sharpie	Duke Nukem Trilogy: Critical Mass IGN Preview Ign.com has placed a small preview on the first Duke Nukem game in the upcoming portable trilogy on their website. A demo of Critical Mass was shown to IGN on both DS and PSP platforms with a couple of small levels shown. IGN had noted that the game looked to be varying in the alpha to pre-alpha stage and with the first game set for a US summer 2009 release, this could be a worrying sign. It was noted that most of the levels were more of a mock up than a final build and many of the weapons were not final models. There were plenty of notable information contained in the small preview, including what multi-player components will be enabled on each platform and what type of control scheme and view each version will be taking. It is certainly worth a look. Check it out here: http://au.psp.ign.com/articles/966/966065p1.html __________________ 360 gamertag: sharpie92 DNF on 360 please http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gFct6lg0Vmo <<<< Watch for a laugh

03-25-2009, 02:15 AM	#42
Mr Bear	Re: Duke Nukem Trilogy: Critical Mass IGN Preview Something tells me that this is going to be delayed, contrary to the quote at the end of the article..... I hope they spend enough time on it and make it all that it can possibly be!

03-25-2009, 03:47 AM	#43
IwantMORE	Re: Duke Nukem Trilogy: Critical Mass IGN Preview It's a shame they are not porting them to the iPhone too... __________________ Signature removed to protect the guilty

03-25-2009, 06:15 AM	#44
K100	Re: Duke Nukem Trilogy: Critical Mass IGN Preview Some screens of the GDC demo here: http://www.ohgizmo.com/2009/03/25/gd...or-psp-and-ds/

03-25-2009, 06:33 AM	#45
BloodWolf806	Re: Duke Nukem Trilogy: Critical Mass IGN Preview DS Duke is rated T? What? __________________ You're beautiful when you're DYIN'

03-25-2009, 01:42 PM	#46
Nimoy	Re: Duke Nukem Trilogy: Critical Mass IGN Preview What a gip. The DS could USE some M titles. __________________ The feeling is definitely there. It's a new morning in America... fresh, vital. The old cynicism is gone. We have faith in our leaders. We're optimistic as to what becomes of it all. It really boils down to our ability to accept. We don't need pessimism. There are no limits. We dont just want to survive, we want to succeed. - President of the USA, "They Live"

03-25-2009, 02:34 PM	#47
Micki!	Re: Duke Nukem: Critical Mass in Game Informer Thier website looks pretty sweet i must say... http://dukeisback.com/ Didn't expect this quality after seeing the trailer last year, hahaha... __________________ A true genius does not need boundaries such as 'common sense'

03-25-2009, 03:10 PM	#49
Micki!	Re: Duke Nukem: Critical Mass Thread After reading the website i just linked, it appears to be more than just an official website, they want fans to join auditions to be the next icon for promotional purposes Sounds wacky, wonder how that will end up like __________________ A true genius does not need boundaries such as 'common sense'

03-25-2009, 03:58 PM	#53
Nimoy	Re: Duke Nukem: Critical Mass Thread Hahah, the DukeIsBack website uses sprites from Duke 3D to make the animated fire. __________________ The feeling is definitely there. It's a new morning in America... fresh, vital. The old cynicism is gone. We have faith in our leaders. We're optimistic as to what becomes of it all. It really boils down to our ability to accept. We don't need pessimism. There are no limits. We dont just want to survive, we want to succeed. - President of the USA, "They Live"

03-25-2009, 04:11 PM	#54
Mr Bear	Re: Duke Nukem: Critical Mass Thread So let me get this straight.....dukeisback.com holds the purpose of recruiting a Duke Nukem actor to promote the trilogy?? Even though the site doesn't mention the trilogy, there are 10 environment screenshots from the PSP version shown on it. And it also displays what looks to be a piece of concept art(also from the PSP), with small text over it that says "videos to come". I assume this is for the eventual trailer and gameplay vids?

03-25-2009, 04:52 PM	#55
Micki!	Re: Duke Nukem: Critical Mass Thread ^ That's what it looks like, yeah... I'm rather curious with how the game looks in motion... __________________ A true genius does not need boundaries such as 'common sense'

03-25-2009, 06:45 PM	#57
SpinX	Re: Duke Nukem: Critical Mass Thread I hope there's some good inspecting in terms of quality assurance... don't rape duke's reputation please... Graphically I'm not used to seeying PSP and DS screens, they look awfull from my perspective... (used to cutting edge gfx, my fault probably...) EDIT: VERY BAD NEWS! This is because the PSP version is rated Mature while the DS version is rated Teen, in order to expand the Duke Nukem audience to young kids who may not be familiar with Duke Nukem 3D. Consequently, only the PSP version is going to have the rampaging and mildly obscene Duke Nukemness that you hunger for (which makes me wonder to what extent the DS version is going to catch on, but that’s a separate issue) ^ Is this the worst design choise in history!? lets destroy the whole logic and character behind Duke... __________________ waiting for: Elite sequel, Half life 3, Diablo3, DNF Enough is enough! I've had it with these motherxxxxxx delays on this motherxxxxxx game :) http://www.youtube.com/user/ftbfelix Last edited by SpinX; 03-25-2009 at 06:52 PM.

03-25-2009, 08:35 PM	#58
dan2091	Re: Duke Nukem: Critical Mass Thread Probably he'll be so busy that won't have time to play with anybody else.... __________________ J'etais parti ce matin au bois. Pour toi, mon amour, por toi... -Barbara

03-26-2009, 09:24 PM	#62
BloodWolf806	Re: Duke Nukem: Critical Mass Thread I am currently in the process of getting a PSP off Craigslist mainly for the Duke Trilogy __________________ You're beautiful when you're DYIN'

03-26-2009, 09:49 PM	#63
someguy2435	Re: Duke Nukem: Critical Mass Thread Looks pretty good. I guess I'll finally have another PSP game to buy. __________________ Things go here. Rabble rabble.

03-26-2009, 11:16 PM	#64
Mr Bear	Re: Duke Nukem: Critical Mass Thread Here's a new video interview from GDC, it contains gameplay footage...... http://gdc.gamespot.com/video/620689...interview?hd=1 Anyone found any other videos floating around?? Edit: Okay, I actually watched the movie and....well....let's just say that if the build of the PSP version on display is the most up to date(which I can only assume it is), then I personally don't see any way hell the game will be ready for its intended release date, September. Does anyone share this opinion? And tbh, I actually got more excited by hearing Terry Nagy talk about and describe the game than by the actual gameplay footage itself- which is pretty sad. Last edited by Mr Bear; 03-26-2009 at 11:45 PM.

03-26-2009, 11:59 PM	#65
DerricktheW	Re: Duke Nukem: Critical Mass Thread Wasn't it said back when the E3 'trailer' was released that the next Duke game released would be THE Duke game, and not this? The game does look VERY early staged, but then again thats what was said in the interview. They don't even have the gameplay done most of the way yet. Keeping an eye on this, as well as hope. Last edited by DerricktheW; 03-27-2009 at 12:06 AM.

03-27-2009, 05:26 AM	#66
someguy2435	Re: Duke Nukem: Critical Mass Thread the video footage looks pretty rough __________________ Things go here. Rabble rabble.

03-27-2009, 08:00 AM	#67
BloodWolf806	Re: Duke Nukem: Critical Mass Thread They seem to have the core gameplay tacked down (minus some tweaks like the Apogee rep said), it's just the animations and effects that need more work. Count me excited! __________________ You're beautiful when you're DYIN' Last edited by BloodWolf806; 03-27-2009 at 08:03 AM.

03-27-2009, 09:06 AM	#68
dlink	Re: Duke Nukem: Critical Mass Thread Yehaw Duke Nukem on the DS platform ! I'm so getting this ! Hope it'll be good quality though

03-27-2009, 11:26 AM	#69
crunchy superman	Re: Duke Nukem: Critical Mass Thread http://www.gossipgamers.com/gdc-duke-nukem-urinal-ad/ hahaha __________________

03-27-2009, 04:39 PM	#71
K100	Re: Duke Nukem: Critical Mass Thread Thanks Mr bear !!!

03-27-2009, 05:42 PM	#72
Nimoy	Re: Duke Nukem: Critical Mass Thread That giant robot makes me laugh so hard. __________________ The feeling is definitely there. It's a new morning in America... fresh, vital. The old cynicism is gone. We have faith in our leaders. We're optimistic as to what becomes of it all. It really boils down to our ability to accept. We don't need pessimism. There are no limits. We dont just want to survive, we want to succeed. - President of the USA, "They Live"

03-28-2009, 10:29 AM	#73
BloodWolf806	Re: Duke Nukem: Critical Mass Thread Is that Optimus Prime? Anyway I just got a PSP off of Ebay with a 1GB mem stick, Rainbow Six Vegas, Rachet and Clank, and a carrying case for $90. I'm *DUKE-READY!!!* EDIT: Critical Mass hitting both PSP(WOOT!) and DS in September http://www.shacknews.com/onearticle.x/57852 __________________ You're beautiful when you're DYIN' Last edited by BloodWolf806; 03-28-2009 at 03:03 PM.

03-28-2009, 09:06 PM	#75
Mr Bear	Re: Duke Nukem: Critical Mass Thread 'Wonder when we'll see the first full-blow official trailer??

03-30-2009, 07:30 AM	#78
foleyben	Re: Duke Nukem: Critical Mass Thread I have to agree that the level design is a bit like DNF(quake version) especially this shot: http://images.eurogamer.net/assets/a...slideshow=true So i read the article and the PSP version is a strickly 3rd person affair and the the DS version is a side scroller...sooooooooooo...where the hell does the above screen shot fit in? I'm expecting a remake on build by someone... Last edited by foleyben; 03-30-2009 at 07:37 AM.