MAG (video game)
| MAG: Massive Action Game (tentative)' | |
|---|---|
 Tentative logo pictured at E3 2008 | |
| Developer(s) | Zipper Interactive |
| Publisher(s) | Sony Computer Entertainment |
| Platform(s) | PlayStation 3 |
| Release | 2009 |
| Mode(s) | MMO Shooter |
MAG: Massive Action Game is the tentative name for an upcoming MMO shooter exclusively for the PlayStation 3[1] in development by Zipper Interactive. The game was announced at Sony's E3 2008 press conference, and will be released sometime in 2009.[2][3] Various subtitles are being considered for the game, including MAG: Shadow War, MAG: Zero, MAG: Global Assault and MAG: Final Hour.[4][5]
Gameplay
The game will utilize a new server architecture[6] to support online battles with up to 256 players, with users divided into 8-player squads.[7][8] Each squad will be led by a player who has advanced through the game's ranking system.[7] Character statistics and development will also increase with frequent gameplay.[9] The players most advanced in rank will be able to either direct the battle or participate directly in combat.[4]
Basic battles will take place within ongoing, faction-based campaigns to encourage the player to actively play,[7][10] with at least three factions being considered for inclusion; including American, European and Middle Eastern factions.[4][5]
The game's E3 unveiling trailer featured large landscapes, tactics such as air strikes and parachuting, and a variety of vehicles, from tanks and APCs to airplanes.[10][7] The game will boast numerous classes for players to specialize in; including medics, commandos and field demolition specialists.[11] It has not been announced if the game will be a third person shooter, like Zipper's previous SOCOM games, or a first person shooter.
References
- ^ "E3 08: That Gaming Site (TGS) Sony Conference Coverage." That Gaming Site. 2008. 16 July 2008 <http://thatgamingsite.com/?p=185>.
- ^ "MAG: Massive Action Game." IGN. 2008. 28 July 2008 <http://ps3.ign.com/objects/811/811710.html#aboutThisGame>.
- ^ "MAG: Massive Action Game." Gamestats. 30 July 2008 <http://www.gamestats.com/objects/811/811710/>.
- ^ a b c Good, Owen. "Insider Describes the World of Sony's MAG." Kotaku. 20 July 2008. 28 July 2008 <http://kotaku.com/5027094/insider-describes-the-world-of-sonys-mag>.
- ^ a b "MAG: Massive Action Game Will Be a Mercenary Combat MMO; Insider." Game Guru. 21 July 2008. 28 July 2008 <http://www.gameguru.in/mmo/2008/21/mag-massive-action-game-will-be-a-mercenary-combat-mmo-insider/>.
- ^ PlayStation.Blog » First look at MAG
- ^ a b c d Tretton, Jack, and Andy Bodwin. 2008 Sony Press Conference. Sony Entertainment. Shrine Auditorium. 15 July 2008. ign.com. 15 July 2008. 16 July 2008 <http://ps3.ign.com/dor/articles/889996/e3-2008-sony-press-conference/videos/sonyconf_04_071508.html>.
- ^ Pigna, Kris. "E3 2008: Sony Announces MAG: Massive Action Game." 1up. 15 July 2008. 16 July 2008 <http://www.1up.com/do/newsStory?cId=3168751>.
- ^ Orland, Kyle. "Sony Unveils 256-player MAG: Massive Action Game." Joystiq. 15 July 2008. 16 July 2008 <http://www.joystiq.com/2008/07/15/sony-unveils-256-player-mag-massive-action-game/>.
- ^ a b Good, Owen. "PS3 'Massive Action Game' Announced; Promises Battles up to 256 Players." Kotaku. 15 July 2008. 16 July 2008 <http://kotaku.com/5025532/ ps3-massive-action-game-announced-promises-battles-up-to-256-players>.
- ^ DeVries, Jack. "E3 2008: MAG Announced: Get You and 255 of Your Closest Friends Together." IGN. 15 July 2008. 30 July 2008 <http://ps3.ign.com/articles/889/889850p1.html>.