Rockstar has unveiled some new tidbits regarding the multiplayer portion of its forthcoming crime romp, Grand Theft Auto IV.
As expected, both Deathmatch and Team Deathmatch modes will be included in the game, and can be tweaked with by whoever may be hosting a particular game. Players will be able to change the number of players on any given team; for example, one player may wish to face off against 15 others.
You can also manipulate a variety of other options, including the number of law enforcement officers present, pedestrians, weapon types and traffic conditions. Also present will be a blip system allowing you to view enemies on the move, which can be turned on or off at the users discretion.
The company also confirmed the introduction of two co-operative modes. Cops ‘n’ Crooks splits players into two teams, with one side tasked with the job of escorting a boss character from A to B. Gamers will be able to claim a cash prize (for in-game use) depending on the difficulty and number of players involved.
Next up, Hangman’s Noose presents you with a series of mini-challenges, each one detailed in a cut-scene before the game starts. Tasks involved here could include anything from protecting an individual while evading a SWAT team, or escaping the wrath of a police helicopter.
A little Light was also shed on the GTA Race mode, which simply requires gamers to reach the finishing line as quickly as possible ahead of your rivals. Furthermore, the entire game world is ripe for the picking, giving you the opportunity to take advantage of weapons and other items in order to gain the upper hand over your fellow racers.
Car aficionados will be taken with the more realistic GT mode, allowing players to chose from a variety of machines, including Infernos, Turismos, Comets and Supercars.
Rockstar’s Jeronimo Barrera commented: "After players earn the cell phone in the single-player game (which takes about five minutes), if they want they can jump online and never even play the single-player again.”
"Online is a serious time sucker. You’re going to have to be really careful if you’re married."
GTA IV hits shelves on April 29 for PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360.