Iain Howe of Guerrilla Games has served up another important bit of story regarding the background of the Helghast in the Killzone series. The Early History of Our Great Struggle, is meant to be the Helghast version of how the big war started with the ISA. Lies, betrayal and corporate corruption? It would seem that Killzone has it all.

Who are the true aggressors in this war? All of these articles/stories puts all of what we thought we knew into question. The truth will be revealed very soon, so keep your eyes on Killzone.com for more back story info.

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In a recent article at what they play.com blog, a poll was taken by 3,000 respondents. Basically what it said was, parents are more concerned about video games, and what their kids are playing, then talking to their kids about drugs, and drinking.

Ok so tell me, when did the crazy train leave the station? Since when was it more important to talk to kids about video games, then talking to them about drugs, and drinking. The last time I checked, you don’t have to go to a drug dealer to get a game, and you don’t kill people after playing a game, then going for a drive. I just feel so sick about this, and what it means. I know parents today are lazy, and don’t want to do things with their kids (not all parents), but at a certain point I hoped it would stop.

I know that talking to your kids about the games they play is important, don’t get me wrong. I think that it will help them in the long run. But to say that it is more important then talking to your kids about drugs and drinking is fucking ridiculous. For the love of god or whatever deity you chose to worship, talk to your kids about drugs, and drinking. Those are way more important then video games. After you have had that talk then you can talk about the types of games that your kids play.

If you want to read the article go to whattheyplay.com

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The Killzone universe has until this point revolved around the Alpha Centauri colonies of Vekta and Helghan, today we now know of nine other systems colonized. The news article on Killzone.com outlines the history of colonial exploration by the UCN. There are tales of massive failures and even a desperate turn to cannibalism from the first settlers of Procyon. All as well written by Iain “E0N” Howe, the other nine colonies are listed in the following systems: Altair, Epsilon Eridani, Beta Hydri, Delta Pavonis, Omicron Eridani, Epsilon Indi, Procyon, Groombridge 34, Lalande 21185 and Arcturus. All of which are apart of UCN network. The amount of colonies out there puts into perspective the Helghan conflict in UCN matters, that it is actually very small. As the release of Killzone 2 inches closer the amount of scale and backstory to the Killzone universe reveals itself to be more and more intriguing.

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In the video below, our good friend from SCEA, Kyle Shubel talks up Killzone 2 and talks a bit about how Assassination mode, online works. He also mentions that Killzone 2 will appear at Liepzig later this year as more info is revealed on the game!

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At Killzone.com, the community team is steadily unleashing more of Killzone’s eagerly awaited back story. The latest info revealed tells of how earth was ravaged and why planetary colonization was essential to the survival of the human race.

Earth- beat down. Image c/o Killzone.com

One organization called the UCN(United Colonial Nations), formed by various earth corporations helped to fund and colonize other worlds. The UCN also formed a defense force(think United Nations). Could they be the fabled third faction in the Killzone Universe and what role will they have in the ISA/Helghan wars?

Check out Killzone.com for a good read.

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During the busy E3 week, 1UP decided to issue a Director’s Cut version of their Guerrilla Games tour. It must have got lost in the E3 shuffle so one of the 1UP editors decided to mention it again in her blog. So here it is. More Killzone 2 and Guerrilla Games. There’s one particularly cool portion of the video about AI and the enemy responding to cover. Enjoy!

UPDATE: Yes we know, the Shoutbox is down and we’re working hard to get it up again. Stay tuned!

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We’re still buzzing from Killzone 2’s E3 showings. Here’s some news to feed the vibe even more. Games.tiscali.cz has some never seen before multiplayer menu photos of Killzone 2. What we can see is that there are 8 maps(already confirmed) and customizable match options such as weapon locking/omission. Also, as promised, Killzone 2 will take advantage of the current Killzone.com which links to the PSN accounts of Killzone gamers. We’ll be able to stat track and manage clans from there. Take a look at the images below.

Also updated is a lengthy character profile for the ISA Alpha Team at Killzone.com. The profile gives a good bit of back story on the lead ISA characters of the game, including Killzone’s original hero, Jan Templar. It’s a must read for Killzone fans!
Killzone.com: Who is Alpha Team?

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E3 has wrapped up and we’ve gathered various informative Killzone 2 previews and hands-on impressions, not to mention one particularly FUNNY E3 game “review” article from GamesRadar.

Killzone 2 Hands-On Preview - 1UP.com
Killzone 2 Preview - Eurogamer
IGN Killzone 2 Preview- IGN.com
Killzone 2 Presently Polished… - Arstechnica
GamesRadar Grades Some stuff - GamesRadar.com

GamePro has also dished out a few more details on the online portion of Killzone 2.

• Anyone can enjoy it; play as you like; inspire team play; supports a community beyond the game itself
• It’s easy to join, but has plenty of advanced features for hardcore gamers.
• Two ways to play: Quick Join (pops you right into a game with players of the same skill set), or Regular Join (customize maps, missions, game size, and friends)
• Player progression has Call of Duty 4-like features: 12 military ranks, each one unlocks new abilities and features; 46 ribbons and medals; 100+ player statistics
• 6 Badges act as character classes, including Saboteur, Medic and Engineer: Each badge has two character-specific abilities (for example, Medic has Revive and the ability to toss out med kits)
• 2 badges can be combined to form a new badge (class): Medic and Engineer can combine to form a Medic Engineer with Revive and Repair abilities.
• Players can tweak almost every single game setting to create custom games.
• Games support up to 32 players on 8 maps.

Hit the link below for more details.
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We’ve got some fresh updates for Killzone 2 at E3.

Gamespot has some new multiplayer footage - link
Kyle Shubel of SCEA demos Killzone 2 for G4TV - link
Gamersyde gets some hand-cam campaign demo footage - link
Killzone.com has been updated with the lastest E3 Trailer - link
UPDATE: More single player footage thanks to JeuxVideo.tv - Link

We’ll gather various hands-on impressions and previews for tomorrow.

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This is the same Killzone 2 trailer available on the PlayStation Store. We’ll let the footage speak for itself.

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UPDATE: IMAGE REMOVED DUE TO SERVER STRAIN

As the E3 madness continues, it seems as if multiplayer info for Killzone 2 has been released. Come Feburary `09 we’ll be fragging out on Helghan, 32 player style! Above is footage taken from the PlayStation Store trailer which is now available for download!

“Killzone 2 Badge System:

Rather than adhere to a rigid character class system, Killzone 2’s online mode allows the player to mix abilities from different roles to better suit his / her preferred style of play. Abilities are represented by badges: the primary badge defines the main role of the player character, as well as its outward appearance, while the secondary badge serves as a complementary ability that enhances the main role.

Although their player characters look different, both Helghast and ISA factions have the same set of roles and badges to choose from. Here they are, from left to right:

Rifleman:
The default multiplayer character is assigned when no primary badge is selected. A secondary badge may still be added. Riflemen can start with most weapons, except for the specialized ones.
Engineer:
Primary badge ability: Sets up an automated turret which targets the enemy.
Secondary badge ability: Repairs ammunition dispensers, mounted guns, and automated turrets.
Medic:
Primary badge ability: Revives downed team mates.
Secondary badge ability: Throws a health pack, which can be picked up by other players.
Scout:
Primary badge ability: Uses a cloaking suit to become near-invisible.
Secondary badge ability: Tags all on-screen enemy players with a hidden marker, which broadcasts their coordinates to team mates.
Assault:
Primary badge ability: Dons heavy armour twice as strong as normal.
Secondary badge ability: Temporarily boosts running speed.
Tactician:
Primary badge ability: Throws a coloured smoke grenade, which serves as a spawn point.
Secondary badge ability: Requests air support from a sentry bot which targets the enemy.
Saboteur:
Primary badge ability: Assumes the disguise of a randomly selected enemy player.
Secondary badge ability: Throws a sticky, proximity-activated C-4 charge.”

Thanks to Wollan and the rest of Neogaf

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