According to a press release, the planet Helghan's atmospheric environment (weather) will play a crucial role in how the game is played and will force players to adapt to new tactics as the environment changes. There will also be an array of new weaponary and vehicles along with older Killzone classics such as the M82-G and StA-52 LA, while enemy AI has been promised to be greatly enhanced.
As one would expect, due to the PlayStation 3's advanced technology, the game's graphics engine has been completely revamp and will include "benchmark visuals" with "smooth character animation, detailed, effect-laden environments, and realtime cutscenes." Sound wise, the game will support 7.1 surround sound with details suggesting that sound effects will be affected if you're indoors or outdoors.
“There have rightly been high expectations for Killzone 2 since we shared the vision for the title back in 2005,” said Phil Harrison, president, Sony Computer Entertainment Worldwide Studios. “Guerrilla have worked hard to focus the power of PlayStation 3 to realize their true vision for the game. With incredible action, drama-fueled gameplay sequences, and a vast array of weapons and vehicles, Killzone 2 defines a new benchmark of our industry.”
Although we're expecting more details to be revealed during Sony's E3 conference in a few hours, Killzone 2 is expected to release sometime in 2008 worldwide. While you wait, you can marvel at some screenshots and artwork below.
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