• Posted January 12th, 2008 at 01:17 EDT by PSU Staff
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(continued from previous page) ...enjoyed Shenmue, Kingdom Hearts II, or even Final Fantasy VIII. The new party system is being labeled as a “Union” and features members of varying characteristics that can change depending on the battle situation, in turn giving it a more realistic feel. Developers have leaked that you will have battles with more than 70 people in the field of battle. This is turning into one title you won’t want to miss.

7. Burnout Paradise
Developed by Criterion


Next-Generation games should always have true next-generation gameplay, wouldn’t you agree? The lead developers of Criterion sure think so and they’re positive you’ll agree. Burnout Paradise is set to release February 2008 and will be the 5th installment into the already hit franchise. Outside of being one of, if not, the best racing game in this next-generation of gaming, Burnout Paradise is set to deliver an even more mesmerising experience than the last.

Paradise is going to be just that. It will feature amazing 60FPS quality throughout the entire game. On top of that, you’ll notice absolutely next to no loading times whatsoever. This will definitely save a lot of time. The entire game is open-ended and has no boundaries for what you can do. Though in order to achieve this, they did have to compromise a bit with night and day settings and weather conditions, however, this shouldn’t detract from the experience at all.



One of the new implementation is the Mugshot feature, which will enable you to use your own mugshot or your PS3 avatar icon. This will be unique for when you take down other players online. Your photos will be exchanged and you’ll be able to keep a library of people you’ve taken down one by one. Additionally, you can start over 100 different race structures that can be enabled at any streetlight, ensuring you have a title that has almost endless replayability. This will definitely be a game not to miss in 2008.


6. Devil May Cry 4
Developer: Capcom


Since it’s unveiling at E3 ‘05, fans have been anxious for Devil May Cry 4 and its release on the PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, and PC. Based on the time we’ve had with the game, this is definitely a title to be excited for; presenting some of the same distinguished controls and feel known to the series while also offering a twist in both the storyline and new gameplay elements.

As most of you may already know, Dante will not be the leading role in the story, with players instead assuming the role of a member from the Order of the Sword, named Nero. When Nero finds all the members of the Order murdered and blood on Dante’s hands, the two become adversaries, and the story kicks off from there.

Other the past few months, many details have been revealed such as:
- Special Edition Box set (includes art book)
- Exclusive PS3 features including 5.1 LPCM audio, PSN support, and Zero load times (with 5GB HDD install)



5. Battlefield: Bad Company
Developer: DICE


Battlefield has been a long running series brought to you through Electronics Arts; however, this will be the first time in the games history that it has been based and created for the next generation of gaming. BF has always had a strong following of supporters through each of its installments and we figure this will be no different. This title will feature a ton of new implementation to the Battlefield series and will sure leave gamers more than satisfied.

Unlike previous installments, the single player aspect of this game is going to be a focal point of the action. With what is shaping up as a strong storyline, users will probably immerse themselves in it before stepping directly online where Battlefield usually shines. The story follows a group of misfit renegades that have been thrown into a special unit called, Bad Company. ... (continued on next page)