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| Quote: | THQ today announced the upcoming release of Saints Row: The Third, the highly-anticipated next installment in the multi-million unit selling Saints Row franchise.
Developed by Volition, Inc., Saints Row: The Third is scheduled for release on the Xbox 360, PlayStation 3 and Windows PC this holiday season.
“Saints Row: The Third puts you on top of the world, right at the beginning of the game, with all the perks that go along with being the head of an elite criminal organization,” said Danny Bilson, THQ Executive Vice President, Core Games. “There’s no delivering pizza, no shuttling family members about in a long series of taxi missions. Instead, you take all the power of the Third Street Saints and you take the world by storm.”
The first details of Saints Row: The Third will be revealed in the exclusive cover story in Game Informer’s April issue, shipping to subscribers in early March 2011.
About Saints Row: The Third:
Years after taking Stilwater for their own, the Third Street Saints have evolved from street gang to household brand name, with Saints sneakers, Saints energy drinks and Johnny Gat bobble head dolls all available at a store near you. The Saints are kings of Stilwater, but their celebrity status has not gone unnoticed. The Syndicate, a legendary criminal fraternity with pawns in play all over the globe, has turned its eye on the Saints and demands tribute. Refusing to kneel to the Syndicate, you take the fight to a new city, playing out the most outlandish gameplay scenarios ever seen. Strap it on. |
Source: http://www.playdevil.com/news/1996/thq-announces-saints-row-the-third/
Awesome! 
Love the little GTA jab by Danny Bilson there - thats what made Saints Row fun to begin with {especially #2}, the fact it didn't take itself seriously.
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| Posted: Fri Mar 04, 2011 11:31 am Post subject: |
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I am so fucking excited for this game.
New city HELLS YEAH!
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| Posted: Fri Mar 04, 2011 11:34 am Post subject: |
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Strap it on. Seriously?
Hard to believe I am more excited for a Saints Row 3 than the next GTA but I love over the top free roaming.
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| Nietzsche wrote: | Strap it on. Seriously?
Hard to believe I am more excited for a Saints Row 3 than the next GTA but I love over the top free roaming. |
I couldn't care less about the next GTA.This game became a must buy the moment I heard about it.
Speaking about first hearing about SR3, I remember THQ announcing this game like 6 or 7 months ago.Back then it was announced for 2012.Then it was announced like Dec last year for a 2011 release and now again.
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I think "holiday season" is just before Christmas Gamesta - around late October/early November we hopefully should see a release.
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add me on the not giving a shit about GTA 5 or whatever, they really screwed the pooch with 4 and if they're gunna keep going in that direction the games are only interesting as far as a tech demo for what they can do. (GTA 4 was an amazing game technically but so boring)
I wonder if they're gunna be using the same engine as SR2? I know they couldn't go the whole hog but I'd love to see them add at least a little bit of the destruction that was possible in Red Faction. Maybe just on certain buildings for specific missions or something. Or adding in the chipping and blowing out walls without being able to bring down the buildings.
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| Posted: Fri Mar 04, 2011 12:55 pm Post subject: |
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Edit: scratch that. Can you not delete posts anymore when there's been no replies?
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| Benza wrote: | | add me on the not giving a **** about GTA 5 or whatever, they really screwed the pooch with 4 and if they're gunna keep going in that direction the games are only interesting as far as a tech demo for what they can do. (GTA 4 was an amazing game technically but so boring) |
Not to mention the "realistic" driving mechanics that totally ruined any car chase mission. Those cars handled worse than a shopping trolley!
| mrcool37 wrote: | | Holiday season usually means July in US terms though. |
Hmmmm. I was going by this time last year when I read a report about Rock Band 3 getting a 'holiday release'; turns out the game came out October 28th....
Anyway I'm sure more details about the release and screenshots/trailers will be forthcoming in the not-too-distant future.
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Oh yeah it was also announced earlier for the 3DS.Which they don't mention here.Hopefully they are still going to make it.
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Oh hell yes. So Psyched for this.
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I wonder if they're gunna be using the same engine as SR2? |
I think I rememer hearing it had a new engine, but I can't remember the details, or find where I found the news. The closest I can find is this rumour that it could use Geo-Mod technology. If it does... Oh My God. They definitely said it will use new tech.
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I just want a new city not an updated one like SR2.
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Count me in as one of those who'll definitely be getting the game. The first two were awesome.
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| Posted: Fri Mar 04, 2011 3:05 pm Post subject: Re: Saints Row: The Third confirmed. |
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About Saints Row: The Third:
Years after taking Stilwater for their own, the Third Street Saints have evolved from street gang to household brand name, with Saints sneakers, Saints energy drinks and Johnny Gat bobble head dolls all available at a store near you. The Saints are kings of Stilwater, but their celebrity status has not gone unnoticed. The Syndicate, a legendary criminal fraternity with pawns in play all over the globe, has turned its eye on the Saints and demands tribute. Refusing to kneel to the Syndicate, you take the fight to a new city, playing out the most outlandish gameplay scenarios ever seen. Strap it on. |
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| Posted: Fri Mar 04, 2011 3:47 pm Post subject: |
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man if that logo one is the cover, that's a sexy arse cover
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Day 1 purchase on 360 and PS3 for me, can't wait for an announcement of the CE's. Hopefully the CE includes a Johnny Gat bobble head
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Saints Row 3 multiplayer axed in favour of co-op:
| Quote: | Saints Row 3 developer Volition has told gaming mag Game Informer that the competitive multiplayer modes were axed from the third sequel because a majority of fans want single-player and co-op.
Both Saints Row games so far have had a competitive multiplayer component, but it took a backseat to the outrageous gameplay and story in the single-player campaign, which ultimately led to it being removed from Saints Row 3.
"The majority of people wanted the single-player and co-op experience, so we're focusing on blowing that out of the water," said senior producer Greg Donovan.
Every single mission and activity can be played with a friend in the third game, with full drop-in and drop-out support.
"We want this cohesive experience where players walk away going 'I can't believe I'm seeing this. I can't believe I'm f***ing doing this,'" he added, talking about the single-player campaign. |
Makes me even more excited! I'm glad they went with this direction.
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same console co-op please!
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Probably no point in posting it here now but I'll put my weapons poast in this thread as it was here before mine.
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The New Weapons Of Saints Row: The Third http://www.gameinformer.com/b/features/archive/2011/03/09/the-weapons-of-saints-row-the-third.aspx
With its roots in gang warfare, the Saints Row series has always had a healthy selection of weaponry - pistols, SMGs, assault rifles, grenades...all of the genre standards. In addition to these traditional guns, some wackier tools of destruction like the chainsaw, satchel charge, sledgehammer, samurai sword, and a giant foam “pimp hand” have been available to players. Plenty of bloodshed happened thanks to the weapons we’ve already seen in the Saints Row series, but they’re nothing compared to what you’ll have access to in Saints Row: The Third.
Air Strike
Steelport’s three gangs will oftentimes become engaged in flashpoints, which see the gangsters coming together and partaking in some shady business. During our time at Volition, we saw a large group of Luchadores in a parking lot as they guarded palettes of drugs. Charging in with an AK and grenades might work if you’re skilled enough, but why risk it? With this laser-guided air strike, you can demolish large groups of enemies without directly engaging them. Simply use a laser to indicate where you want ground zero to be, and the area will soon be showered in what appears to be a napalm carpet bomb. What was once an intimidating collection of Luchadores turned into a bunch of scarred corpses with one of these strikes.
Predator Drone
Painting a target with a laser is a nice option, but why use that if you can personally drive an explosive package right into your enemy? Activating the drone will change the perspective to a top-down view similar to the AC-130 level in Modern Warfare. Standard bombs can be dropped with one trigger, while the other will release a smart bomb that you can precisely guide with the analog sticks. Destroying a high-value target with a standard bomb is a lot of fun, but it’s even better when you’re closing in on a vehicle from the perspective of a bomb you’re controlling.
RC Gun
Both the predator drone and air strike allow you to rain death from above, but this handy new weapon allows you to attack from the ground while still staying out of harm’s way. By shooting out an electronic bug, you can assume control of virtually any vehicle you see (it will initially control cars, but you can upgrade it to take over tanks and air vehicles). Once the bug is attached, you can drive the vehicle around just as you would if you were in the driver’s seat. You could take over a rival gang’s car and run over a few cops if you want to get them in some quick trouble, or fill a truck with explosives and send it into enemy territory if you’d like to deliver a bomb on wheels.
Upgrades
It was possible to upgrade some aspects of your weapons in Saints Row 2, but these bonuses were always tied to specific activities. Saints Row: The Third is going a different route, by offering a proper levelling system that opens up new perks and bonuses for purchase as you become more powerful. A standard shotgun can turn into the three-barreled Gravedigger if you have the cash, and assault rifles can receive scopes and grenade launchers. By upgrading weapons how you see fit, you’ll have much more say this time around when it comes to building your desired arsenal.
Sex Toy Bat
While it’s by no means the most subtle weapon in your arsenal, this floppy phallus packs a mean punch when used as a melee weapon. The top of this sex toy seems to have a mind of its own, wobbling around in a disturbing display of physics. Give a grandma a swift swing with this bat and you’ll witness a splash of blood and a body slamming against the pavement. It can’t feel good to get knocked out by the sex toy bat, but we think the insult may be worse than the injury in this case.
Sex toy bats and air strikes certainly won't be all you'll have at your disposal, as Volition hinted at several more ridiculous tools of destruction in Saints Row: The Third. We won't spoil any surprises here, but the more sadistic gamers will have plenty to look forward to when the game launches this holiday season.
Keep an eye on our Saints Row: The Third hub all month long for more information.
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The saints row series is awesome. I can't wait to see how they can improve over 2. Day one purchase.
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Personally I find the trailer short and shit  But I've never really enjoyed teaser trailers.They don't tease me like the name suggests.
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ok I laughed
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