fl0w was a cute introduction to the PSN Store back at its inception, and Flower was a stunning example of what’s possible with digital downloads. But Journey, thatgamecompany’s latest, looks to go one step further in pushing the boundaries of gaming ideas.
Journey, according to the press release issued, continues its tradition of delivering simple gameplay and accessible controls, but attempts to get players to experience “emotional chords” still uncommon in video games.
This, then, is thatgamecompany’s vision of what Sony are calling an “online adventure experience” with the player walking, gliding and flying through the wonderful looking landscape seen in the shots below, exploring the world with other players, strangers.
“By traveling together, they can re-shape the experience,” concludes the PR, “creating authentic moments they will remember and discuss with others.” Journey promises dynamic sand and cloth effects too, for that whimsical, dusty look. Sounds wonderful.
Thanks, CJ.
PhilipJWitow
Looks good, I’ll be interested to see how it goes. :)
SpikeyMikey23
we all need to get some sleep lol
SpikeyMikey23
on topic, i like the look of those screenshots
BIGAL-1992
They look, nice actually.
hannes_truce
If their last two titles are anything to go by then i’m just a wee bit excited about this :-D
kevatron400
Wow I didn’t hear anything about this! I love the art style. Really looking forward to this now!
Nauraph
Looks awesome..
aerobes
Absolutely love flOw and Flower so (and this is going to sound very silly) this is probably the best E3 news yet for me.
Apnomis
Another one that got missed in Sony’s press conference, must be nice to have too many games to fit into a conference…
bunimomike
Ooo, look at the difference in art-style. It’s wonderful looking whilst simultaneously leaving us bereft of knowing what’s actually going on. Who cares! I’m just happy we get a new game from them.
After a second viewing there is every chance in the world that those scenes in full motion will look gobsmackingly beautiful. Not a blade of grass left over from Flower. :-)
Watchful
Oh dear, can you imagine trying to feel emotional attachment to a TGC title online when you’re “travelling together” with strangers who are smack-talking, teenage trophy whores!
Looks very pretty and I’m sure it’ll be great, but that online aspect worries me.
bunimomike
I’m with you on that one. Heartstrings being pulled. Stunning vistas filling every cone in our eyes with unparalleled visuals then *BAM* “Hey paedo!”.
CaptainMurdo
Might not have chat functions. Might.
SuperEgoBry
Here’s to hoping it doesn’t!
jikomanzoku
agreed, something I liked about Demon’s Souls was its lack of chat functionality, helped preserve the mood.