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[Wollan]

People have gotten into a habit of putting all the info into the nine month old reveal thread making it hard to find. If you want to learn all the basics that's still the place to visit. In the last stretch to release, the latest stuff should be summed up here.
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• Campaign: 1950's USA invaded by the Chimera, Epic story, Bosses, Crazy weapons, Scale
• Co-op campaign: 2 player split screen / 8 players online, Classes, XP, Loot, Elite Bosses, Leveling
• Competitive: 60 player matches, Dedicated servers, XP, Abilities, Squads, Leveling
• Community: MyResistance.net is transforming

OP Note: Best Co-op evaaaaar. This is the prototype for fps mmo raiding.

Just to be clear:

November 3rd night of into 12:01am November 4th --- Metreon in San Francisco --- Midnight launch event. Some really cool stuff planned - and an uber deal on the Collector's Edition. If you're over 21 and coming, PM me for info on an exclusive VIP thing. More details will be announced shortly.

November 7th - our studio in Burbank - Community Day. Starting in the morning. Chance to tour the studio, hang out, get autographs, ask questions to a panel and more. More details are coming.

First Online revew @ IGN - 9.5!
They also got 9 in the latest OPM UK (they gave R1 a 7).

• NEW! Insomniac Full Moon Podcast 35 Live now!

Latest Media:

• NEW! 60sec TV AD @ YouTube
• NEW! Last Hours Trailer @ GameTrailers
• Forest Action @ Gamersyde
• Epic Target Practice @ GameTrailers
• Developer Walkthrough Part 1 @ GameTrailers
• Developer Walkthrough Part 2 @ GameTrailers
• Developer Walkthrough Part 3 @ GameTrailers
• Developer Walkthrough Part 4 @ GameTrailers
• Co-Op Switch Gameplay @ GameVideos
• Co-Op Lift Gameplay @ GameVideos
• MP Defend Beacon @ GameVideos
• MP Victory @ GameVideos
• SP Goliath @ GameVideos
• SP Bunker Battle @ GameVideos
• SP Firefight @ GameVideos
• SP Orick @ GameVideos
• SP Drone @ GameVideos
• Co-Op Medic Class 1 @ IGN
• Co-Op Medica Class 2 @ IGN
• SP Big Enemy @ IGN
• SP Orick Opening Cinematic @ IGN
• SP Forest @ IGN
• SP Through the Fog @ IGN
• SP Bazooka @ IGN
• RL Video Interview @ IGN
• MP Orick @ IGN
• MP Chicago @ IGN
• Orick Cutscene Intro @ IGN
• Twisted History Trailer @ EuroGamer (voiced by Edward James Olmos) *720p on PS Store*
• (Right Click and Save) 720p Direct Feed Intro & Tech Demonstration
• Splicer (sawblade weapon) Video @ Gamespot
• E3 Trailer @ GameTrailers

The game itself is being released on November 4th (Election day).

For folks that want to try the game before that time..
• Probably too late. Public Beta already in action.

EU release date: November 28th

Latest Previews:

• [Sept.23rd] 3 Gameplay Modes Preview @ 1UP
• [Sept.23rd] Hands on @ IGN
• [Sept.11th] Ted Price Interview @ Gamespot
• [Sept.3rd] Co-op impressions & More by GamePro

http://Beta.MyResistance.net (slight taste of new website, also 720p trailers)

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After weeks of unraveling more of the Resistance lore, all the ARG websites (visit thread for day by day discussion) came under attack and are now destroyed. All the (brutal) videos, documents and so on can still be viewed:

http://www.projectabraham.com/
http://www.americafirstamericaonly.com/
http://getawarjob.com/



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Standard Cover:

Collectors Edition (NA exclusive) has now been announced (also posted by Nightz in a standalone thread):

Sony Computer Entertainment America Announces Collector's Edition for Highly-Anticipated PLAYSTATION(R)3 Exclusive Resistance 2(TM)

Global Multiplayer and Co-operative Beta Also Set to Debut in Early October

FOSTER CITY, Calif., Sept. 2 /PRNewswire/ — Sony Computer Entertainment America Inc. (SCEA) announced today that Resistance 2(TM), from independent developer Insomniac Games, will release in North America on November 4 and will be offered in a special collector's edition while supplies last. The collector's edition for Resistance 2, the highly-anticipated follow-up to the best-selling PLAYSTATION(R)3 computer entertainment system (PS3(TM) system) launch title, Resistance: Fall of Man(R), will be available for a suggested retail price of $79.99 at participating retailers with the following premium items included:

— Created by DC Unlimited, an exclusive Chimeran Hybrid action figure with Bullseye weapon.

— A double-sided hard-cover Resistance 2 art book covering war-torn America from two unique perspectives.

— Exclusive in-game HVAP Wraith multiplayer weapon skin

— Copy of Resistance 2 with special edition cover artwork selected by the fans

The special collector's edition also includes a bonus DVD of exclusive Resistance 2 additional contents including:

— A preview into the upcoming Resistance novel, "Resistance: The Gathering Storm" by well-known science fiction author William Dietz.

— "America Forever Lost", Behind The Scenes video of Resistance 2 with Insomniac Games

— "Shattered History" Resistance chronology video — provides a visual guideline from the earliest days of the Chimera invasion to the current storyline.

— Digital copy of Issue #0 of the Resistance comic book series published by Wildstorm.

Gamers eagerly awaiting the game's launch this November will have an opportunity to get an early look at Resistance 2 as SCEA also announced today a worldwide competitive online multiplayer and co-operative beta beginning in early October. Powered by the PLAYSTATION(R)Network, the Resistance 2 multiplayer and co-operative beta will provide PS3 owners with an opportunity to experience new levels, modes and weapons.

"Resistance 2 is Insomniac's most ambitious game yet. The team's goals from the onset have been to heighten the online experience and encourage experienced and novice players to jump online," said Ted Price, President & CEO, Insomniac Games. "With an eight-player, co-op campaign and 60-player squad-based competitive multiplayer, Resistance 2 offers players a complete online experience on a scale like no other. We really value the feedback of the Resistance community and are excited to open the beta and provide our dedicated fan base an early look at Resistance 2's multiplayer features."

The Resistance 2 Public Beta program will be available through both premier and open access. Premier access provides players with guaranteed access to the entirety of the Public Beta period through programs including:

— GameStop Pre-Order Program: Beginning in September, players in the U.S. and Canada can gain premier access to the Public Beta by pre-ordering Resistance 2 at a GameStop retail store or online at http://www.gamestop.com.

— Qore(TM) Annual Subscription: A highly interactive, monthly original video program that covers the world inside PlayStation(R), available only on PLAYSTATION(R)Store for the PS3 system.

For open access, players will have the chance to apply, and if selected, play the Public Beta after the premier access period. Those that are interested in joining the Public Beta can submit their information at http://beta.myresistance.net/apply. In addition, players who purchased Qore Episode 03 (single Episode) will be guaranteed access to the Public Beta.

The rating for Resistance 2 is currently pending with the independent Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB). For more information about the ESRB visit http://www.esrb.org.

About Resistance 2(TM)

On the brink of annihilation, mankind resumes the fight against the unstoppable Chimera on the shores of the United States. And thus the stage is set for Resistance 2, the highly anticipated follow-up to Insomniac Games' best-selling PS3 system launch title. Players will once again step into the war-torn boots of US Army Lt. Nathan Hale, who not only faces near impossible odds on the battlefield, but also constantly struggles with the Chimera virus raging inside his own body. In addition to an epic single-player campaign, Resistance 2 will offer a truly unprecedented eight-player, class-based online co-op campaign and 60-player online competitive multiplayer built upon a 'massive battles, greater intimacy' mantra. Also, players can expect tightly integrated community support via MyResistance.net.

Amazon.com also released the cover art for the upcoming book (Jan 2009):

 

[Pop On Arrival]

Awesome, gonna be picking this up as soon as it's available over here. Sucks that it's releasing so close to valkyria though. :<

 

[RavenFox]

Damn so much love. Bless you Wollan.

 

[BobTheFork]

It's not possible for R2 to get enough hype, but this is a good start. The beta is just sick and once it's polished and ready for November, R2 is going crush everything.

 

[andycapps]

Good job with the thread, is this the official launch thread? You could add the splicer video from G4 to the latest videos section as well.

 

[user friendly]

Is the CE going to be available in Canada as well?

 

[Wollan]

Good job with the thread, is this the official launch thread?.

No, two other dudes wanted to make the official thread. This thread is meant for the final two months leading up to release.

Is the CE going to be available in Canada as well?

Yes. North America.

 

[LiquidMetal14]

This is gonna be good. The beta is already showing promise.

 

[ShinAmano]

November 4th huh...ok.

 

[user friendly]

Yes. North America.

Thanks, the US exclusive part got me worried.

 

[Mesijs]

Sorry for the question, but how do I play this mp4 stuff on my pc?

 

[fatigues_gasolini]

No beta yet for me, but I already had the regular game preordered, time to get on the CE train.

 

[Pein]

I'll be getting the collectors edition

 

[FirewalkR]

So anyway, let's say that I import the CE (which looks beyond awesome) to Europe. If/when new maps/content comes out, I'd need to buy/download the american version, rite? What if Sony all of a sudden goes "ya know what? from now on people can only access their territories' psn store."?

 

[Wollan]

I have US version of R1 but I have bought the add-ons from the EU Store and it works fine.

 

[Rainy Dog]

Sorry for the question, but how do I play this mp4 stuff on my pc?

http://www.cccp-project.net/

 

[Ephemeris]

I'll probably get the collector's Edition. Looks pretty good.

 

[kaching]

I refuse to be interested in the CE of a game. I refuse to be interested in the CE of a game. I refuse to be interested in the CE of a game...

Spoiler

Ooohh, that Chimera Hybrid figure looks sweet!

 

[FirewalkR]

I have US version of R1 but I have bought the add-ons from the EU Store and it works fine.

JStevenson, Can you confirm that this will be the case with R2? I'll import the CE if so.

I asked because iirc the region mattered in some other games like CoD4, where you had to download a specific version of the map pack.

 

[thuway]

Wollan makes my day once again.

 

[womfalcs3]

I'll definitely get the CE. No pre-order goodies? Aside from playing the beta code of course.

 

[BeEatNU]

It's not possible for R2 to get enough hype, but this is a good start. The beta is just sick and once it's polished and ready for November, R2 is going crush everything.

I hate you!

This is gonna be good. The beta is already showing promise.

and I hate you!

 

[Facism]

Sorry for the question, but how do I play this mp4 stuff on my pc?

VLC media player

 

[Mesijs]

http://www.cccp-project.net/

Thanks! Stuff is looking SWEET.

Also I feel quite screwed not to get the CE as a European. Especially because I can't play a US edition on a non-HD setup.

But I'll look into it, maybe things have changed when the game comes out. Or maybe I'm in South America studying then.

R2 is by far my highest anticipated game for the fall, also I'm also looking forward to all the other PS3 sweetness. What a great line-up the console has!

 

[ElyrionX]

Just out of curiousity, for those of you hyped for Resistance 2, is that based on what you've seen of Resistance 2 thus far? Or is it based on your experience with Resistance 1? If it's based on your experience of Resistance 1, was it the single player or the multiplayer?

 

[Slamo]

Just out of curiousity, for those of you hyped for Resistance 2, is that based on what you've seen of Resistance 2 thus far? Or is it based on your experience with Resistance 1? If it's based on your experience of Resistance 1, was it the single player or the multiplayer?

All of the above.

Spoiler

is this a trap?

 

[Mesijs]

Just out of curiousity, for those of you hyped for Resistance 2, is that based on what you've seen of Resistance 2 thus far? Or is it based on your experience with Resistance 1? If it's based on your experience of Resistance 1, was it the single player or the multiplayer?

On everything. I really loved R1, but I played mostly SP. The story and the overall theme was great, and it seems that Insomniac is only making it bigger and bigger with the same underlying storyline. Also, what I've seen from R2 looks like R1x10, so that's a good thing to me.

 

[Septimus]

I loved the co-op in R1. Me and my brother played it all the time beating the game on every difficulty

Question, though: For R2, is there an offline co-op? Will it team my brother and I up with 6 bots or something?

 

[Lord Error]

The black weapon thingie that sits on the right, that's Bullseye, correct? You should be able to equip Chimera with it instead of the weapon he's holding on the picture?

 

[overthehill99]

Collectors Edition look great, but I'm bummed about the stupid doll. I really don't need or want that thing. What am I gonna do with it? I'm not putting it on a shelf, I'm not playing with it...I'm sure it will just sit in the box forever.

Everything else looks great, but hell if they took $5 off and took that stupid doll out I'd be happy.

 

[andycapps]

No, two other dudes wanted to make the official thread. This thread is meant for the final two months leading up to release.

Good deal, I vote for BruceLeeRoy to do that. His MGS4 thread was epic. But, who is the other person that wants to do it?

 

[RavenFox]

The black weapon thingie that sits on the right, that's Bullseye, correct? You should be able to equip Chimera with it instead of the weapon he's holding on the picture?

I was thinking that also.

 

[Wollan]

Question, though: For R2, is there an offline co-op? Will it team my brother and I up with 6 bots or something?

Supports 2p split-screen co-op yes. I'm guessing the difficulty will just scale accordingly (or you choose).

 

[Woz]

Spoiler

is this a trap?

 

[Pai Pai Master]

Splitscreen co-op is for Co-op Campaign only, not the main story campaign.

 

[theBishop]

Splitscreen co-op is for Co-op Campaign only, not the main story campaign.

I have to give props to Insomniac for going all-out with coop in R2. But I've got some friends who haven't played R1 yet. We were going to marathon that game in coop so everyone can see the story and have some fun with it. There's something to be said for that, even if the separate campaign is a better plan.

 

[Baha]

Have Insomniac confirmed any SP demo yet? As much as I'd like to play the multi-player beta, I'd like to give SP a whirl if possible.

 

[bj00rn_]

I have hopes for R2 even though I didn't like R1 that much. I expect the developer to inject some "weight" into the controls/character, instead of having the feeling of moving a weightless camera around. That and tons of polish, R1 felt a little rushed and dry IMO. But as I said; Unless the game turns out as just a R1 expansion pack with gimmicks, I'm kinda hyped for R2.

 

[andycapps]

Have Insomniac confirmed any SP demo yet? As much as I'd like to play the multi-player beta, I'd like to give SP a whirl if possible.

Don't believe it's been confirmed, just assumed. Obviously there will be the open MP beta via getawarjob.com, Gamestop, etc. But I would imagine they'd have a singleplayer demo for Qore then put on PSN.

 

[AmericanNinja]

Collectors Edition Officially Announced

 

[jstevenson]

JStevenson, Can you confirm that this will be the case with R2? I'll import the CE if so.

I asked because iirc the region mattered in some other games like CoD4, where you had to download a specific version of the map pack.

We haven't locked down any DLC plans yet anyway. But say we did do add-on content - It SHOULD be ok. I can't confirm for you 100% though. But PSN cards should be readily available next year if you need money on the US Store.

 

[sullytao]

Any word on when and how Europe is getting the beta yet? It sucks that we don't have Qore or anything like that.

 

[jstevenson]

Any word on when and how Europe is getting the beta yet? It sucks that we don't have Qore or anything like that.

SCEE was supposed to send a press release today, I thought, it may go out tomorrow.

Plans are well in the works there though.

 

[Mammothtank]

Just out of curiousity, for those of you hyped for Resistance 2, is that based on what you've seen of Resistance 2 thus far?

The storyline. Especially the stuff from

http://www.us.playstation.com/Resistance/

http://www.resistancefallofman.com/ (Click on United Kingdom)

http://www.projectabraham.com/main.aspx

 

[sullytao]

SCEE was supposed to send a press release today, I thought, it may go out tomorrow.

Plans are well in the works there though.

As long as it is still planned I'm happy

 

[Dante]

Well....I'm Hyped Gonna go pre-order my LE this week.

 

[FirewalkR]

We haven't locked down any DLC plans yet anyway. But say we did do add-on content - It SHOULD be ok. I can't confirm for you 100% though. But PSN cards should be readily available next year if you need money on the US Store.

As long as Sony keeps allowing people to access it from Europe...

I guess it's enough assurance, the CE looks just too beautiful anyway. Mine mine MINE!

SCEE was supposed to send a press release today, I thought, it may go out tomorrow.

Plans are well in the works there though.

The CE is definitely out of the question, though?

 

[FromTheFuture]

Is the boxart in the CE the same as the normal boxart? At first i thought the boxart was bad because the spine clashed with the actual art, but now i realized that the front cover is fucking badass.

 

[Wollan]

The normal boxart is different in NA.
The European boxart is same as NA CE boxart.

 

[kuYuri]

I'm so hyped for this game. Loved the campaign in the first, played a bit of the multiplayer, but in the end, I couldn't get good at it. I hope to give it a second try with Resistance 2.

That CE looks freaking great.

Any pictures yet of normal NA boxart?