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Play against the Killzone 2 devs on May 5
What are you up to from 10am PST/1pm EST on Tuesday May 5th? Heads up -- that's either today or tomorrow, depending on when you're reading this. Cancel those plans, because you've got a playdate for "at least a couple of hours" with some of the developers of Killzone 2 in their snazzy new Steel And Titanium maps. There will be official Guerrilla Games servers made available starting at these times, the passwords for which can be obtained through the PlayStation Blog twitter account before the event begins.There will also be various Guerrilla Games developers snooping around the various public servers, in case you don't make it into the official servers. Europeans will be happy to hear that a similar event will be held for them "very shortly after." We're taking that to mean a matter of days, rather than a matter of hours.
Joyswag: Killzone 2 Signature Series Guide
Killzone 2 is getting brand new DLC this week -- you don't want to get spanked on the online battlefield, do you? We're giving away ten copies of the official Killzone 2 guide, filled with tips and tricks to survive the battlefield, online and off. Master the different ranks you can play as, and earn every ribbon and medal. Leave a comment telling us the most difficult Trophy you've unlocked in Killzone 2. (See the Trophy list here.) You must be 18 years or older and a resident of the US or Canada (excluding Quebec) Limit 1 entry per person per calendar day This entry period ends at 5:00 pm ET on Thursday, April 30 At that time, we'll randomly select ten winners to receive a copy of the Killzone 2 Brady Games Signature Series Guide (MSRP: $20). For a list of complete rules, click here Now, once you brush up your Killzone skills, you'll want to join the Killzone 2 Online Championship Tournament. Find out more after the break. %Gallery-50068%
Killzone 2 DLC adds 12 new Trophies
The upcoming "Steel and Titanium" DLC pack for Killzone 2 will also add 12 new Trophies to the game, all Bronze. Two two maps will feature six Trophies each, encouraging players to utilize all the various classes and tactics available in multiplayer. To check out the new Trophies, click past the break. [Thanks, Bahamut44-4!]
Killzone 2 'Steel and Titanium' DLC priced
If your metal death penis is in need of some more metal deathing, then you're likely anticipating Killzone 2's DLC pack, "Steel and Titanium." We all know it's coming on April 30, but we haven't heard of a price. Well, thanks to the PlayStation Blog, we now know it'll set gamers back a cool $5.99.The blog was also kind enough to put up a trailer showing off the two new multiplayer maps (Vekta Cruiser and Wasteland Bullet). You can watch it after the break.%Gallery-50068%
Killzone 2 patch goes live on April 22
A laundry list of fixes and features are planned for Killzone 2's 1.24 patch, set to go live on April 22. Included in the patch are fixes for multiple multiplayer exploits and a number of stability issues. The patch arrives just as Japanese gamers are about to welcome Killzone 2 to stores on April 23 and promises to sync files in preparation of the launch.According to detailed patch notes on the official PlayStation forum, Guerrilla Games hopes patch 1.24 will make finding and connecting with friends much easier and have spiced up multiplayer competition by including three additional ranks to the top of the rankings -- known as 'Hardcore ranks.' But our favorite addition has to be new load screens that advertise the upcoming DLC, 'Steel and Titanium,' releasing on April 30.At this rate, the next patch may as well add a giant hand that reaches out from your console to slap anyone who passes on the DLC. Detailed patch notes can be found after the break.[Via CVG]
Killzone 2 'Steel and Titanium' DLC coming April 30th
Click for bigger Helghast We caught a sneak peek at Killzone 2's upcoming map content -- named the "Steel And Titanium" pack -- on GTTV recently. Now, you can take a closer look at the two levels, the ISA cruiser and the Helghast freighter trains, in the gallery below. As you will see, the maps live up to their name, with either steel or titanium (sometimes both!) wherever you look. Should keep us nice and busy until the "Retro" pack comes out ... whenever that may be.[Update] The PlayStation Blog has just revealed that the DLC will be available to download on April 30th. The price is yet to be determined.%Gallery-50068%
GameTrailers gives sneak peek at Killzone 2 DLC
So, thanks to Geoff Keighley's journalizing, we have a good idea of what we can expect from the first batch of Killzone 2 DLC and a hint of what's to come. The first, called "Steel and Titanium" (finally, some gray in Killzone! -- ed.) will feature two maps, one set on the ISA tech cruiser "New Sun" and featuring more vertical gameplay, and one aboard two Helghast freight trains that can be leapt between, if you're willing to brave the environmental hazards. Go here and skip to 7:50 to see for yourself.Guerrilla boss Herman Hulst went on to reveal that the 2nd DLC pack would include the word "Retro" and would likely include some Killzone 1-related content. So, what would you like to see make the jump to modern day?
Killzone 2 has speedy run to 500k sold
Maybe it was that snazzy commercial or those poor souls who confused it with Dead Space, but Killzone 2 has set a sales record, becoming the fastest first-party PS3 title to reach 500,000 units sold. Scott Steinberg, VP of Product Marketing at SCEA, added that the game is the highest-selling SCEA PS3 title for the first 30 days out of launch, saying the company was "extremely happy with the results."Now, let the comment debate over why Killzone 2 should have sold more (or less) commence!
April Fools: Helghast find love in Lovezone
Killzone isn't just about death and destruction. No, the Helghan world is just like our own, with stories of peril, triumph ... and love. Black20, in collaboration with IGN, have created a trailer for a fictional romance set in the Killzone universe. "Lovezone" tells the touching story of how two Helghast can meet on the battlefield, and the struggles they must overcome to realize their love. Check it out after the break. [Thanks, Jay!]
Go behind the 'Behind the Bullet' Killzone 2 ad this Thursday
Have you seen the Killzone 2 TV commercial? The "Behind the Bullet" ad focuses on the journey of a single bullet in the Helghan battlefield. The entire commercial was rendered in real-time on the PS3, and players will be able to see the proof this week. A free PlayStation Network download will allow people to manipulate the visuals of the commercial in real-time and see all the various elements that go into creating the chaotic landscape of the ad. For a behind-the-scenes look at the, uh, behind-the-scenes making of the ad, check out GTTV.
Killzone 2 patch coming early Tuesday morning
You know, you live a tough life. You spend all day working for The Man, spend all night taking care of your family, with only a few moments at the end of the day for Killzone 2. In those all too brief minutes, you shouldn't have to put up with a lack of standardization of the Y-Axis controls on the HGH Scout when zoomed with the Sniper Rifle. Beginning tomorrow at 4 a.m. EDT, you won't have to. Guerrilla Games has just announced via its Twitter feed that you can expect a new patch to arrive at that time.Sure, there are other things fixed by the 1.21 update -- in fact, we've got a full list after the break. But we're not going to waste any more of your time. You live a tough life.
Guerrilla Games designer jumps ship to Splash Damage
If you really enjoyed the leaky pipes of level 2 and the sand worms on level 48 of Killzone 2, then you should probably thank lead level designer Neil Alphonso. Following his work on Guerilla Games' FPS for the PS3, Alphonso has left the company and taken up a position at Splash Damage. "He's the perfect man to lead our team of really skilled level designers," commented Paul Wedgwood, owner of Splash Damage.Splash Damage has been recruiting new faces for some time now, and is becoming quite the powerhouse of talent. The developer is currently working on a title for Bethesda Softworks that has yet to be revealed.
Killzone 2's 1.20 patch out today
Guerrilla Games is ready to release its version 1.20 patch for Killzone 2 today. Already available for download in Europe, this 16MB update fixes all previously detailed issues. The patch will arrive in North America sometime later in the day. In the meantime, play some online multiplayer while waiting for the patch ... Wait a minute, servers are down for maintenance? Oh. Source 1: US PlayStation Forums Source 2: Gamers Digest
Guerrilla fixing Killzone 2 bugs, looking into control complaints
Despite being intentionally designed as a "weighty, slower, more tactical first person experience," Killzone 2 is taking some flak for its sluggish controls. Producer Seb Downie had previously stated that "no changes [were] required to the system" with regards to last month's demo, but now that the final game is out, Guerrilla Games is changing its tune. Included in an official list of things to be patched, Downie notes that controller issues are being looked into: "Any possible changes will have to be carefully implemented and tested before being deployed though." This is a stark contrast in tone whereas the previous message implied that Guerilla would not alter anything -- they just might do something now. As for the things that will definitely be patched, Guerilla has revealed it's working on bot solutions, network issues and other problems. Check after the break for the full list of fixes.
Play Killzone, win assault rifle replica
Here's a good incentive for Killzone fans to get the upcoming PS3 shooter early. If you play the game any time between March 1st and March 14th, you'll get a chance to win this replica rifle. There will be a winner every single day, determined by stats collected by Killzone.com. These rifles won't be available in stores, so make sure you play Killzone 2 non-stop for the best chance of winning.
Live chat with Killzone 2 devs again this Wednesday
Guerrilla Games must be very excited about the upcoming release of Killzone 2 this week. The dev team just can't stop talking about the game. Guerrilla just held a live Q&A session last week, and the company is doing it again this Wednesday. On February 25 at 12pm Pacific/3pm Eastern, Jan-Bart Van Beek (art & animation director for Killzone 2) and Geert Donker will be back on the PlayStation Blog answering important fan questions like: Do Helghast have feelings? So join in the fun before the game hits stores this Friday.
Killzone 2 documentary, part one
SCEE has released (via ThreeSpeech) the first part of a behind-the-scenes Killzone 2 documentary, which focuses on the atmosphere of Helghan and player-immersion. Various members of the development team, Guerrilla Games, are seen describing the game while apparently in Helghan -- some classy special effects guys! There's also plenty of gameplay and cutscene footage without their ugly mugs transposed over top. Find the first video after the break. The second part will be released on Monday.
America's 30 second Killzone 2 commercial
Where are the commercials? Killzone 2 is just a few days away and advertising for the game has been mysteriously absent. That's about to change as SCEA has just unveiled its 30 second spot, to air tomorrow on "several networks." The spot focuses on a single sniper bullet, traveling through a chaotic battlefield. It reminds us a lot of last year's Angelina Jolie flick Wanted -- what do you think of it?
Killzone developer mentions co-op DLC
Yes, Killzone 2 is a great game. But you know what would make it even greater? Co-op. Those that play the single-player adventure soon realize that the computer AI partners aren't up to snuff -- a "human" squad-mate would be a much better ally in the fight against the Helghast ... or is it: the Helghast's fight against you ... Producer Angie Smets talked about post-release DLC on the European PlayStation site. She notes that split-screen co-op had to be axed due to the overwhelming graphical demands of the game. However, the team at Guerrilla Games is looking into what they can do once the game is out to the public. "We're investigating [co-op] now for downloadable content," she says. "We're looking at what would be the nicest possible things for downloadable content. We've already started on maps ... we're not allowed to talk about anything else unfortunately!" Additional maps for the multiplayer mode are a must, given today's necessity for multiplayer DLC. However, we're most hoping for some kind of co-op mode. Guerilla Games offered some game-changing updates to its PSP game, Killzone Liberation -- we're hopinng the team will be able to follow suit for Killzone 2. [Via Co-Optimus]
Killzone 2 developer live chat coming to the PS Blog
Killzone 2's presence on the PlayStation Blog continues to ramp up as we approach the game's release. A live chat with Seb Downey of Guerilla Games will take place on the Blog on February 18th at 12:00pm PST. So if you fancy getting some Killzone 2 info straight from the horse's mouth, you'd better turn up. We're not sure how much more there is to reveal about the game itself, but hopefully Downey will talk about some more upcoming Killzone.com features. We'll see you there.
