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Senior Producer Spills the Beans on MGS4 at Comic-Con

Posted Jul 23, 2006 at 7:20AM EST by QJ Staff

Listed in: PS3 Tags: Manhattan, mercenaries, playstation 3 updates, Solid Snake, Sony

You know the plot. It's been years since the Manhattan incident, and mercenaries are called on to fight proxy battles for business purposes. It's been revealed that Outer Heaven manipulates the five largest private military contractors (PMCs), and consecutively acquired epic-scale power equal with the rest of the world. As such, Solid Snake was contacted by the United Nations to infiltrate the Outer Heaven Headquarters and tasked to fight mercenaries equipped with the coolest ammo.

That, and the fact that Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots will not feature Raiden as a playable character, is some of the info we know about the game. That was until Biggest_MGS_Fan (from Wii360 forum) bumped into Hideo Kojima and the game's executive producer at the Comic-Con 2006. The encounter led to the executive producer spilling some interesting info about MGS4. He said that the action-packed game might be 1080p and will not fit a DVD9, as Sony is pushing for HD content (based on the "interview", it was more like Sony "forcing" the development team to do it in 1080p). Furthermore, he also hinted that MGS4 will be released in playable format at E3 2007. The game is still in the works, and their biggest team yet is still feeling their way through PS3.

Elsewehere in the informal interview, the producer thinks that Kojima wanted to do another Zone of the Enders (Z.O.E.), but since he's busy with MGS4 right now, Z.O.E. 3 will have to wait.

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I think is 1080p.

Sony really want next-gen games not upgrades. I like the idea that they pushing developers to do new stuff. I think in each games, each multi-platforme, sony will talk to the developer to make something that the 2 other consoles can't do.

Like Kojima said it's like 3 cars Sony:ferrari MS:Lexus NIN:WW or somethig like that. Sony put everything that gamers want in the PS3 and trust me they will make good use of it.

# "Forcing" is not the word. — Guest 2006-07-23 11:33

I am sick of hearing people say that Sony is "forcing" Kojima Productions to make it 1080p, or i. For an interview that we have no idea is legitimate. "Forcing" makes Sony seem like the bad-guys, and non-caring for the developers. Which Sony is. "Pushing" is a more accurate term, because it isn't a bad word. It's a good word that represents that Sony is showing what HD content can do, and what the PS3 can do. Metal Gear Solid 4, the best looking video game ever seen, in 1080p is huge for the PS3.

Besides, why would Sony be "forcing' Kojima Productions to make it 1080p, or i, if first party developers and games aren't 1080p, or i? It just doesn't make sense.

# To No.5 and 6 — Guest 2006-07-23 11:51

Your both right. It's not ''forcing'' because Microsoft will be happy if they can give more money to developers not happy with Sony....If you know what i mean.

Some interestings scoop...

- Japanese online shop Tsutaya has conducted a survey on which next generation console customers will likely to buy, 66% of the customers would like to pick up a PlayStation 3, and 34% would like to pick up a Wii.

- Microsoft will announced an original RPG for Xbox 360 at the Tokyo Game Show in September 2006 (big RPG for jap!)

- Japan sale last week..top 3

# DS Lite - 140,858 [2,930,521] units

# PSP - 35,283 [988,181] units

# PlayStation 2 - 23,927 [807,505] units

# use that space b**ch — Guest 2006-07-23 12:26

"sony will talk to the developer to make something that the 2 other consoles can't do."

I totally agree with that. The main advantage that Sony has is space. They need to use this as much as they can.

MS has Live. Nintendo has FUN! and Maybe WiFi ( please no friend codes.)

Once Blu-ray sorts its double layer and compression out its gunna love very tempting.

Alotta people are going to want a HD player. Why not buy one thats cheaper and I can do other stuff on too.

Finally we can all agree with #8 and say MS just doesnt work there. Do any off use really get Japanese culture?

# wow... — Vecha 2006-07-23 12:27

can't wait for this game...1080p?...won't fit on a dvd9?

Now I feel a (little) better about getting a ps3.

# To No. 6 — Guest 2006-07-23 12:44

MGS4 is not the best looking game ever seen

Crysis is the best looking game ever seen

Mgs4 will not exactly look like that when it comes out, those are just cutscenes

But they will look very CLOSE to the cutscenes as other MGS games

# hooray — Guest 2006-07-23 12:55

Huzzah for Z.O.E 3!

# 11 — ffaldkja 2006-07-23 13:30

MGS 4 will look like the cutscenes because in all of the MGS series since PS1 have uses ingame graphics for their cutscenes, no bull***** included.

# agree with #13 — Fin 2006-07-23 15:01

Plus the grpahics in the trailer are amazing, but they're not killzone 2 trailer cg style. I dont see why you doubt the graphics #11.

# 11 — Guest 2006-07-23 15:43

#11 needs to stop touching himself.

# Hideo Kojima my ***** — Guest 2006-07-23 17:35

What new *****ing news is this? The guy on the forums was probably attending the comic con celebration with his Frodo/Hobbit f*ck buddles half a country away. The graphics of Metal Gear Solid 3 ARE AMAZING. Sony is pushing their Blu-Ray technology... and a demo is likely...... this isn't like a Lost Ark revelation folks. I could have forseen this using the force or a knock off crystal ball I you can buy on ebay

# better — CSFFlame 2006-07-23 18:32

A new Zone of the Enders?

1st PS3 game that interests me so far...

# #4 — Guest 2006-07-23 19:36

We agree for a change. :)

# #3 — Guest 2006-07-23 20:01

Good point, I agree.

At 720p, MGS4's realtime trailer was often running well below 30fps on final hardware (as low as 10fps at one point!), so I doubt the game will suddenly jump to 1080p.

1080i seems far more realistic for the reasons you've given.

# Woot! — Guest 2006-07-23 22:29

Kojima = Legend

MGS series = Best series. ever.

Z.O.E roxors my boxors!

Worth buying a PS3 just for MGS 4..

Well I bought a Game Cube primaraly for Twin Snakes...

# hey, similar here! — Guest 2006-07-24 00:37

But nintendo australia kinda ditched printing twin snakes so I had to buy FF:CC, THEN Resident Evil 4 THEN Twin snakes, on auction.

all great purchases that I do not regret.

# Let's see — SteveTao 2006-07-24 04:08

"At 720p, MGS4's realtime trailer was often running well below 30fps on final hardware (as low as 10fps at one point!), so I doubt the game will suddenly jump to 1080p."

That wasn't final hardware. The final hardware is more powerful. And with optimization and new techniques that they learn, it will be possible. Oh, not only will you see it in 1080p, but you will see graphic upgrades too. Just wait til TGS. You'll see.

Sony isn't pushing them to do 1080p. Sony is just suggesting it to them. It's a form of the "Highly Suggestive" technology. That's all.

# one thing... — Guest 2006-07-24 04:29

1080p is worse than 720p, don't believe it *****es??

then check this http://alvyray.com/DigitalTV/Naming_Proposal.htm

and u get a clue how ***** it is to have more than 720p

# 720p is better than 1080p — highps3 2006-07-24 04:49

Man stuff people put out is unbelievable. Whatever you want to think Noin.

I hope Sony does push for 1080p in this game that would be great. Sony should force dev's to make every game in 1080p!

A playable demo E3 2007 makes me believe this wont be out for a long while. :(

# #22 — Guest 2006-07-24 05:40

"That wasn't final hardware. The final hardware is more powerful."

You're thinking of TGS. E3 showed PS3 games on final hardware.

As announced by Kaz Harai during the E3 conference this year, final hardware has already been shipped to some developers (with others receiving final hardware soon), and some of the games shown on the show floor were running on final hardware. Therefore everything shown during the conference (both realtime and rendered in realtime to video) is certainly running on final hardware.

Also, Hideo Kojima was quick to point out at TGS last September that MGS4 was not running on final hardware. During E3 this year, he made NO such statement despite numerous interviews.

"And with optimization and new techniques that they learn, it will be possible. Oh, not only will you see it in 1080p, but you will see graphic upgrades too. Just wait til TGS. You'll see."

Don't hold your breath ;) Like all games in developement it will improve of course, but to 1080p? Very VERY unlikely.

Look at Sony's Untold Legends for example, a game which is certainly not as graphically rich as MGS4, and yet Sony's developers were aiming for 1080i (some even said 1080p). However, in a recent preview reported here, they say they are now aiming for 720p instead!

http://ps3.qj.net/QJ-Preview-Untold-Legends-Dark-Kingdom/pg/49/aid/59026

"QJ.net: ....Are you still targeting 1080p?

SOE: .....At this time, we are targeting 720p."

Hmmm.

So again, it's possible MGS4 may go up to 1080i (for the reasons already given), but 1080p is doubtful.

We'll see. :)

# What the ***** — Guest 2006-07-24 05:41

Forget the 1080P ***** did anyone notice this:

Furthermore, he also hinted that MGS4 will be released in playable format at E3 2007. The game is still in the works, and their biggest team yet is still feeling their way through PS3.

What the *****? This game might not even be released till NEXT november. That puts FF into 2007/2008 and MGS 4 into 2007 (hopefully not 08). And DMC 4 into 2007. I hope this ***** isn't right because PS3 seriously has ZERO going for it besides some no name, half assed games. And don't gimme that BS, "Warhawk" *****, heavenly sword looks HALF decent, but we really no nothing about it, and resistance is just another *****ing shooter. What the hell sony, get off your asses.

# #24 — Guest 2006-07-24 05:53

"....Sony should force dev's to make every game in 1080p!"

Nah, that would lead to lower quality visuals overall. :(

It's best to let developers push for the best visuals they can at the resolution which will allows them to achieve this. 720p is the best compromise between resolution and performance, which is why most developers are aiming for 720p.

# #26 — Guest 2006-07-24 06:16

? YO, we knew MGS4 was due to be released in 2007 (it's not a launch game), so I'm not really sure why you're surprised.

Besides, 2007 is just 6 weeks or so after the PS3 launch, therefore the majority of PS3 game releases will be dated as 2007/2008 or later.

# Great — Guest 2006-07-24 10:00

Finally we see some good use of the tilt feature, maybe the tilt feature may have been a good idea after all

# Lies and Slander!~ — Guest 2006-07-24 15:49

It wasnt biggest_Mgs_Fan that bumped into Kojima comic con, it was ssnake102 on the Gamefaqs/Gamespot forums that talked to the producer, he posted the info almost a day before Biggest_Mgs_Fan posted it.

So... here, look at these

http://img135.imageshack.us/img135/7200/comicconpictures007ic0.jpg

http://www.blog.konami.jp/gs/img/hidechan/famitsu20anv_013.jpg (pants are the same)

http://img117.imageshack.us/img117/2084/comicconpictures020zg4.jpg

# Yes lies — Loudninja 2006-07-24 20:23

ssnake was the one that bump into. Give hime credit not this dude that is lying.

http://boards.gamefaqs.com/gfaqs/genmessage.php?board=986&topic=29427747

# all lies — Guest 2006-07-24 21:57

ssnake is the true finder of info. biggest_mgs_fan was just looking for a little attention.

# Yo — Guest 2006-07-25 02:19

I understand that, but they say they "MAY" have a playable "DEMO" at E3 of 07. That means the game won't even be close to being finished until next may, MAYBE. Its looking like a september - december of 07 release date. As it is now, there are really no real reasons to buy a PS3, *****ty games, *****ty system, etc. At least 360 h ad games come out within 3-5 months that made hte system worthwhile (Oblivion, PGR3, BF:2, G.R.A.W, Fight Night), this system looks liike we might be waiting up to a year to actually play some real exclusives.

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