Famitsu scan reveals 3D Guilty Gear sequel named Guilty Gear 2: Overture

Posted Jul 18, 2007 at 10:57AM by QJ Staff Listed in: Xbox 360 Tags: Arc System, Famitsu
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Guilty Gear 2: Overture scan - Image 1


In what could be seen as a move to keep up with the times, or simply a move to inject new life into the series, it seems that the folks behind the beat-em-up with the distinctly-random anime edge, Guilty Gear, have opted to give the next iteration of the series a massive makeover - and with massive, we mean making the jump from one-on-one combat to third person slash-em-up. With massive, we mean going from 2D to glorious, next-gen 3D that's exclusive only to the Xbox 360.

Now, before you cry shenanigans, yes, we know that the Guilty Gear series has always been known for its glorious 2D sprites and a revolutionary gameplay system that not only allowed you to pummel opponents with a wicked-looking combo, but also perform ridiculously-stylish Instant Kills that no one can stand up from. But a scan from Famitsu, pictured above, shows that not only does the game have an added third dimension, but also increased freedom of movement.

Look closely at the screenshots. Doesn't the gameplay look less of a versus title and more of a third-person slash-em-up? Particularly the screenshot to the right of Sol Badguy - isn't that him with the Fireseal, attacking a group of enemies with an area-of-effect blast? Yeah, thought so.

Of course, there's no confirmation yet of just what kind of gameplay Guilty Gear 2: Overture will offer, but based on the scan, it's definitely going to be interesting. More updates about this stunning development as we get them.

 
 
 

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by ssj3fox - 2007-07-18 07:20
» IGN has some details

http://xbox360.ign.com/articles/805/805940p1.html?RSSwhen2007-07-18_084500&RSSid=805940

by anti-gg-3d - 2007-07-19 02:06
» ...

GG 3D? no thanks.

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