Manhunt 2 announced

by: Chuck - posted: 2/6/2007 5:15:00 PM

Rockstar announced today that they are working on Manhunt 2 for the PS2, PSP, and Wii.  The original game was one of Rockstars more violent games and probably one of the more disturbing games I've ever played.  While the GTA games feature more violence in terms of the number of people you killed, Manhunt made it personal as you had to kill people one on one and in non-traditional ways (such as using plastic bags to suffocate people).  

The thing that catches my eye about the release is that Rockstar is developing a Wii version of the game.  I can only begin to imagine the interesting thing Rockstar has planned for the game.  I'm guessing this will be one of those games that helps remove the kiddie stigma from the Wii.

Rockstar Games announces Manhunt 2 for the PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system, PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) system, and the Wii™

 

New York, NY – February 6, 2007 – Rockstar Games, the world-renowned publishing label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO), is proud to announce Manhunt 2 for the PlayStation 2 system, PSP system, and Nintendo’s Wii™. Manhunt 2 is the debut title from the newly formed Rockstar London studio, which is developing the game in conjunction with series creator Rockstar North. The Wii™ version is being developed by Rockstar Toronto. Manhunt 2 will be available this summer.

 

"With Manhunt 2 we have tried to create a game that stays close to the original concept of chilling suspense and stealth, whilst pushing the game design and storytelling forward," said Sam Houser, founder and executive producer of Rockstar Games. "We are also excited to have our newest development team, Rockstar London, working on the title alongside our two established UK studios, Rockstar North and Leeds."

 

For more information on Manhunt 2 please visit www.rockstargames.com.

 

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Headquartered in New York City, Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. is a global developer, marketer, distributor and publisher of interactive entertainment software games for the PC, PlayStation® game console, PlayStation®2 and PLAYSTATION®3 computer entertainment systems, PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) system, Xbox® and Xbox 360™ video game and entertainment systems from Microsoft, Wii™, Nintendo GameCube™, Nintendo DS™ and Game Boy® Advance. The Company publishes and develops products through its wholly owned labels Rockstar Games, 2K and 2K Sports, and Global Star Software; and distributes software, hardware and accessories in North America through its Jack of All Games subsidiary. Take-Two's common stock is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the symbol TTWO. For more corporate and product information please visit our website at www.take2games.com.

 

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