Hands On: Resistance 3
All hail.
Published: 16:00, 04/02/2011 by Alex C [nofi].
15Dusty. That’s the overwhelming adjective that you’re left with after playing Resistance 3; the constant, swirling stuff showing off Insomniac’s new particle effects with confidence. The level I played was windy, too, the telegraph lines dancing in the gale and creating a real sense of physicality that’s missing from most of the environments of first person shooters these days.
Of course, the Resistance series has never held back with regards to pushing the boundaries – the first game’s assault on Manchester proving to be both impressive in size and scale and, ultimately, something even the Church of England got all wrapped up in. But this is an America desperately on the back foot, our demo limited to an Oklahoman suburb desperately ravaged by the Chimera – dust is the least of their problems.
Thankfully, it’s a species evolving as the game engine they appear in does, their new abilities (such as hugely improved mobility – you should see them scale walls) making them all the more dangerous to the player, who now assumes the role of Joseph Capelli as he makes his way across the country to New York. The Chimera are still numerous, as you’d expect, and they massively exceed the remaining pockets of humanity.
Thankfully, weaponry hasn’t dwindled during the occupation and old favourites like the Bullseye and Auger return, complete with secondary fire and the welcome weapon wheel which prompts quick access to Capelli’s growing arsenal. The other survivors are also handy enough with a firearm to provide at least a few dramatic encounters betwixt the monsters before our time with the game is up.
It’s a gorgeous looking game, too – distinctly Resistance in character and design but slicker, filled with stacks of special effects and capable of shifting loads on-screen without breaking a sweat. It’s clear Insomniac have a certain grasp of the PS3′s hardware, and Resistance 3 is no break from that tradition, at least in the section we managed to play.
The killer moment, though, is the sudden appearance of a boss character, a huge, hulking beast that takes some considerable effort to bring down. He’s equipped with rockets but it’s his devastating right hook that shows off the lovely motion blur as the character gets whacked across the courtyard. It’s a fitting end to a hectic quarter of an hour of solid, intensive gaming. If the rest of game has a few moments like this, it’s a winner.
You can see the section we played through here.
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04/02/2011 at 16:06
Member since: Dec 2010
I can’t wait! I got one question though. Did you get to see an intro or cutscene showing what happened right after the ending of Resistance 2 to the start of Resistance 3?
04/02/2011 at 16:15
Member since: Forever
Nope.
04/02/2011 at 16:26
Member since: Nov 2009
I think they are bringing out a novel to fill in the story.
04/02/2011 at 16:10
Member since: Mar 2009
Really interested in how this compares to KZ3
04/02/2011 at 16:12
Member since: Jun 2009
Ok, quick question; I am yet to play a resistance game (i know, shocking!) – Will i be able to jump into this one straight away, or would i need to have played the others first?
04/02/2011 at 16:16
Member since: Jul 2009
I havent played one yet either, your not alone
04/02/2011 at 16:17
Member since: Forever
You really should. First one can be got for about a fiver, second one double that. Seriously, great games.
04/02/2011 at 16:21
Member since: May 2010
on what nofi said, both can be picked up for about a total of £15 for the two :) both have great single player campaigns, and if you want to know the story i suggest yoou play the two first ;)
04/02/2011 at 16:22
Member since: Feb 2009
I would highly recommend both Resistance games should be played through to really grasp the series. No doubt if you just play this one, you’ll enjoy it like crazy, but really, 1&2 should be played :)
04/02/2011 at 16:39
Member since: Jun 2009
someone could just tell you in one sentence, but I wont spoil it. Buy the games and play them, well worth it for that price.
04/02/2011 at 19:13
Member since: Jan 2010
On a random diversion is Bilbo Bobbins your PSN name? if so then it was you playing Killzone 2 the other night…if not sorry for stalking you :(
04/02/2011 at 16:56
Member since: Apr 2010
Whilst they are great games, If you are feeling lazy I wouldn’t say there is a whole lot of story. The Chimera are shooting shit up, gruff men wish to stop them by shooting shit up. Check out the Wikipedia page for a run down, there are a few twists but nothing groundbreaking.
05/02/2011 at 12:13
Member since: Mar 2009
The first game was such a great launch game for the PS3, I have very fond memories of it. Excellent weapons in both single and multi-player, story is ok but the setting (England) is great. The online maps were brilliantly designed – opening up in size and scale depending upon the number of players. I think it was truly something to be experienced at the time though, I have such fond memories of it however I suspect they would be different if i’d just picked it up now.
07/02/2011 at 09:54
Member since: Feb 2009
This is my point. Resistance 1 was a good launch title but has been bettered in every way since. Resistance 2 just didn’t do it for me, totally underwhelming. They’ve got a lot of improvements to make if this is to be any good.
04/02/2011 at 16:20
Member since: Nov 2008
I’m so glad that the weapon wheel is back. Best improvement I think they could have done right there.
Off-topic: Nofi, did you reject my follower request on Twitter? :-(
04/02/2011 at 16:23
Member since: Forever
Not on purpose.
05/02/2011 at 13:49
Member since: Jul 2009
;_; he hasn’t accepted mine either.
Profound Sadness.
04/02/2011 at 16:20
Member since: May 2010
ohh sounds great :D cant wait for this in september :)
04/02/2011 at 16:28
Member since: Mar 2010
I will pass Killzone 3 and get this game on day one.
Something about Resistance 3 just seems more awesome…
I’m in love with the upgradable weapons.
04/02/2011 at 16:30
Member since: Dec 2008
I loves me some Resistance. Thought the second was a little overshadowed by Modern Wafare flying left, right and centre, but really enjoyed both games. Looking forward to this one like a mouse looks forward to a cheesey treat.
04/02/2011 at 16:52
Member since: Oct 2009
I hope this won’t release too near Battlefield 3.
04/02/2011 at 16:39
Member since: Aug 2009
Particularly impressed with the opening paragraph. The elements and the power of nature are something which could be expanded upon in other games.
I like the sound of this and it looks lovely but I haven’t been massively impressed with the first two so I’ll maintain status quo on this for the time being.
04/02/2011 at 18:06
Member since: Dec 2008
An Earth which is in complete shambles, most of humanity gone. That’s exactly how I’ve always wanted Resistance to be and it seems like they’re heading that way with Resistance 3. Love it
05/02/2011 at 09:15
Member since: May 2010
gotta agree with that, loving the survival feel/look to it
04/02/2011 at 18:12
Member since: Oct 2009
Loving the look of this, its going to be a great 2011 for PS3 gamers