Millions of years ago somewhere in the far reaches of space, there was a planet called Cybertron full off technological wonder. Its inhabitants are mechanical beings capable of thinking for themselves and feeling emotions. These inhabitants refer to themselves as Transformers. To us humans Transformers are robots who can transform into other forms like vehicles, electronic items or even weapons. But back in the good old days, the Transformers were a very peaceful race. They were mostly scientists, working on new ways to improve themselves. Cybertron flourished for millions of years and everyone was happy. Well as you can guess, not everyone was happy about it. At a certain point, a Transformer who calls himself Megatron assembled an army to take over the planet for his own selfish ambitions. Megatron believes that the main faction of Cybertron, called the Autobots arent as fair as they claim to be. In secret he started with assembling an army, which could overthrow the Autobot oppressor. The name of this faction? The Decepticons. With Megatron as their leader, the Decepticons started a civil war on Cybertron to claim the planet as their own. At first the Autobots were baffled by the might this new faction displayed and suffered countless losses. They were up against machines of war and they needed weapons of their own. After studying their enemies, the Autobots equipped themselves with weapons of their own. So began the Great War and for the first time ever, we can experience that war on Cybertron!
Basic Info:
Transformers: War for Cybertron
Platforms: Xbox 360, Playstation 3, PC, Wii and Nintendo DS
Developers: High Moon Studios, Next Level Games, (Wii version) Vicarious Visions (DS versions)
Publisher: Activision
Genre: Third Person Shooter
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WHATS THE SETTING AND PLOT FOR THIS GAME?
Before we humans came in contact with the Transformers, they were already fighting their war on their home planet of Cybertron. They fought for millions of years and this game will show us how High Moon Studios envisions Cybertron. For people who think this game has anything to do with a certain man called Michael Bay, think again: the game is mostly based on the original The Transformers TV series which fans refer to as G1. It seems that High Moon Studios also looked at The War Within comics published by Dreamwave for inspiration. Fans can rest assured, this might be the game that every Transformer fan wants to play. Or non-TF fans as well.
The game is about a certain point in the war, where the Decepticons discover a energy source called Dark Energon. Energon is the type of energy which Transformers need to stay functional and using Dark Energon could be a huge advantage for the Decepticon forces. To reach their goal Megatron succeeds in killing Zeta Prime, the Autobot leader. While the Decepticons keep attacking the Autobots, the Autobots are in dire need of a new leader. Until a new leader is chosen, a bot called Optimus temporarily becomes the new leader of the Autobot forces. As inexperienced as he is, Optimus needs to lead his fellow Autobots into battle against Megatron and his ruthless Decepticons. Players can transform at any time and need to shoot their way through enemy troops from a third person perspective. Also, every Transformer belongs to a certain class:
- Scout
These stealth warriors can be used to outrun the enemy and for fast combat.
Abilities include Cloak, Dash, Decoy Trap and Mark Target
- Scientist
As engineers, they rely on their flight alt modes to fight on the battlefield.
Abilities include Shockwave, Spawn Sentry, Drain and Disguise.
- Soldier
These guys dont care for tactics, they just want to bust some metal.
Abilities include Hover, Whirlwind, Homing Beacon and Energon Sling.
- Leader
Leading their armies into battle, the leader has a very big role on the battlefield.
Abilities include Warcry, Moleculon Bomb, Shield Barrier and Transform disruptor.
GAME MODES
* Campaign mode:
This mode for War for Cybertron features an Autobot and Decepticon story campaign, both telling a story from their perspectives. Choose your favourite character and start kicking some giant robot ass. There is a drop in/drop out online co-op mode available for three players right from the start.
* Customize mode:
Here you can create your own Transformer. Autobot or Decepticon, Soldier or Scout, a lot is possible for the player to create. You also can choose certain chassis per class, which weapons are equipped and more.
* Multiplayer:
Includes modes like Deatmatch, Team Deathmatch, Power Struggle, Code of Power, Countdown to Extinction and Conquest.
ARE THEIR ANY DIFFERENCES REGARDING THE WII/DS VERSIONS?
As a matter of fact, yes there are. First up, the Wii version is called Transformers Cybertron Adventures and is developed by Next Level Games. According to the first impressions, the game is a railshooter, with levels designed specificly for Wii. The Wii version also includes a Decepticon and Autobot campaign, with a two player co-op mode. The DS game has two versions, an Autobot and Decepticon version. Both have a different campaign and are actually based on the 360/PS3/PC versions. The DS has 30 characters to unlock, 11 of them are exclusive to the DS versions of War for Cybertron.
First Mission from the Wii version
IM GAME, GIVE ME SOME MEDIA!
Screenshots
More screens right here
Trailers
Debut Trailer
Frst Trailer
Muliplayer classes trailer
Multiplayer Overview
E3 2010 Trailer
Reviews
- GamesMaster: 83%
- Clanz: 4 out of 5
- Wired: 7/10
- Kotaku Very positive review
- Destructoid - 8 out of 10
- IGN: 90 out of 100
- 1UP: B+
- Gamepro: 4 out of 5
- Gamesradar: 8 out of 10
Gamespot: 6.5 out of 10
Giant Bomb: 3 out of 5
SPECIAL PRE-ORDER OFFERS
- Pre-order at Gamestop and you will receive Shockwave as DLC
- Pre-order at Amazon and you will receive Demolisher as DLC
- Pre-order at Best Buy and you will receive Jazz as DLC
- Pre-Order at Toys 'R Us and you will receive Silverbolt as a unlockable for the DS version
* Only usable in the multiplayer mode of WFC
BOXARTS
OTHER USEFULL LINKS
Official Site
GAFs 360 multiplayer demo thread
NOW IS THE TIME:
GAF, transform and roll out! Remember, you got the touch!
To appreciate this game even more, buy the 1986 movie soundtrack
Shockwave approves this suggestion!
WAR FOR GAFFERTRON
WFC GAF on 360
- Foxix Teletraan GAF
WFC GAF on PS3
WFC GAF on PC
