Dead Weight Posted June 25, 2014 Share Posted June 25, 2014 (edited) Platinum Games is developing The Legend of Korra, a third-person combat game based on the Nickelodeon TV show. The Metal Gear Rising: Revengeance and Bayonetta 2 studio and Activision will launch its downloadable Legend of Korra game this fall on PC, Xbox One, Xbox 360, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation 3. Korra scribe Tim Hedrick is writing the story, which takes place between The Legend of Korra’s second and third seasons. As the series' leading lady, players will use the Avatar's fire, earth, air, and water elements in combat to fight familiar enemies such as Mecha Tanks and Chi Blockers, as well as other Benders in the 3-on-3 Pro-Bending arena. A Webfoot Technologies-developed turn-based strategy version of The Legend of Korra will also hit Nintendo 3DS this year. Where Platinum's action game is all about fast-paced martial-art combat, the 3DS game will "focus on tactically maneuvering Korra and her allies on the battlefield." Look for more on Platinum's The Legend of Korra game, including our hands-on impressions, later this week. The Legend of Korra: Book Three debuts this Friday. Catch up on what happened in Book Two, and stay tuned for episodic reviews on IGN. At first when I saw this I thought, "It's just going to be a Cartoon show game cash in". But now that I see it's being developed by Platinum, I'll definitely keep it on my radar. Edited June 25, 2014 by Absolute Brawl3r Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheLastSurvivorD Posted June 25, 2014 Share Posted June 25, 2014 This sounds interesting and I liked watching the first season (though in my opinion it doesn't beat Avatar: The Last Airbender). I will definetly pick this up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wdjat Prinny Doods Posted June 25, 2014 Share Posted June 25, 2014 Hype meter is at 10 doods! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nikorayu Posted June 25, 2014 Share Posted June 25, 2014 (edited) This fall? Oh boy. Soul Saga, FFXV (whenever that is released), and now The Legend of Korra. My ps4 and I will have lots of gaming to do in the future. Edited June 26, 2014 by Nikorayu Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silverstag88 Posted June 25, 2014 Share Posted June 25, 2014 Yes! Pro-bending arena gameplay! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dragon-Archon Posted June 25, 2014 Share Posted June 25, 2014 This fall? Oh boy. Soul Saga, FFXV, and now The Legend of Korra. My ps4 and I will have lots of gaming to do. Wait, what!?! FFXV is going to be released this fall? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nikorayu Posted June 26, 2014 Share Posted June 26, 2014 (edited) Wait, what!?! FFXV is going to be released this fall? I didn't meant to say FFXV will be released this fall. I'm tired so please forgive me for not wording it better. Edit: Fixed my prev post. Edited June 26, 2014 by Nikorayu Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dragon-Archon Posted June 26, 2014 Share Posted June 26, 2014 I didn't meant to say FFXV will be released this fall. I'm tired so please forgive me for not wording it better. Edit: Fixed my prev post. NOOOOO and here I was getting all excited . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cassiopria Posted June 26, 2014 Share Posted June 26, 2014 Damn that is Super Cool i will play it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nikorayu Posted June 26, 2014 Share Posted June 26, 2014 (edited) NOOOOO and here I was getting all excited . Sorry : l Searched around but I couldn't find anything about it being released this year. Edited June 26, 2014 by Nikorayu Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mendant909 Posted June 26, 2014 Share Posted June 26, 2014 Platinum Games is developing a game based on The Legend of Korra? Never seen the show but if the game turns out to be good I'll give it a look. Seems promising and crossing my fingers that this tie-in is one of the rare good ones. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
damon8r351 Posted June 26, 2014 Share Posted June 26, 2014 What they need to do is take that Playstation Eye camera that nobody's utilizing and make a Korra game where you have to do the movements from the show to make the attacks work in the game. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Waffle-Sensei Posted June 26, 2014 Share Posted June 26, 2014 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redgrave Posted June 26, 2014 Share Posted June 26, 2014 Can't wait to see how it turns out. Avatar having over-the-top action from Platinum is a dream come true. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happy Posted June 26, 2014 Share Posted June 26, 2014 In theory, an Korra game has the potential to be really fun when handled by a professional studio. I just hope they improve on the graphics department some of those character models (especially on the third pic) look bloody horrendous, even by ps3 standards. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PolarPhantom Posted June 26, 2014 Share Posted June 26, 2014 HOLY SHIT! I consider Platinum to be the greatest developers of the decade. It may be my own bias, but if this game ends up being not so great, I'm gonna blame it on Executive Meddling. Still, that it was Platinum that was chosen for this suggests the Producers actually want something better than a quick cash in. We'll see. I hope Amon is in this with Nanomachines. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lady Lilith Posted June 27, 2014 Share Posted June 27, 2014 Here's some more info... t’s no easy task to adapt the critically acclaimed animated series The Legend of Korra into a third-person action game. The beloved show fuses martial arts, varying philosophies and world cultures, and an exquisite story that follows in the footsteps of Avatar: The Last Airbender. What better studio to take up the challenge than PlatinumGames (Bayonetta, Metal Gear Rising: Revengeance)? The team has spent years meticulously crafting combat systems that marry style and substance into a visual maelstrom of fast, addictive action. And with Platinum’s knowledge of martial arts choreography, Korra couldn’t be in better hands. Revealed just yesterday, The Legend of Korra is coming to PS4 and PS3 this year. And we got to play it. The Legend of Korra follows our rough-around-the-edges-but-ever-so-charming hero after the events of Book Two, but before the start of the upcoming Book Three. For those unfamiliar with the Avatar universe, Korra is the latest incarnation of a long, long line of peacekeepers meant to preserve order between four nations, as well as bridge the human world with the spirit world. At the start of The Legend of Korra game, Korra has suddenly lost her ability to bend (manipulate the elements) following a strange encounter with a shadowy force. In the interest of avoiding spoilers, let’s just say the demo Platinum showed off revolves around Korra recovering her bending abilities, unlocking each element in turn — starting with waterbending. The moment that Korra sets foot on Air Temple Island, it’s clear that Platinum has invested a great amount of energy into making this an authentic experience. While Korra and her opponents are rendered using cel-shaded visuals, the backgrounds are an eye-catching fusion of 3D set pieces and painted backdrops. The Legend of Korra runs smoothly even in its incomplete state, a key requirement for a combat-heavy game. Korra’s ability to bend all four elements means that the player can harness four different fighting styles that each play a role on the battlefield. Korra can throw whips of water to attack chi blockers at a distance, or meet aggressive mobs with slow and powerful earthbending techniques. The Square and Triangle buttons govern the different attacks, with each strike in a combination capable of an additional charge for extra damage. This system is easy to pick up but also provides more weathered gamers room to develop finesse — especially when it comes to counters. In true Platinum fashion, hitting block at just the right moment will enable Korra to reverse an attack, leading to a spectacular counter move. Like Metal Gear Rising, these counters are snappy and satisfying, layering a much-appreciated need for precision on top of Korra’s moveset. And what third-person, Platinum-developed action game would be complete without a few juicy RPG elements? Indeed, Korra can slowly level up each bending art to allow for more devastating abilities, from summoning whirlwinds to knocking boulders into the air. Special finishing techniques will also be purchasable from the in-game shop, which means gamers get a little loot spice for flavor. Of course, Platinum has worked closely with the series creators in its effort for an authentic Avatar experience. One of the show’s lead writers helped script the story, and the actors behind Korra and the gang have returned to lend their voices to the characters. Platinum even went so far as to study martial arts reference material in order to best showcase the beauty and power behind bending. Lastly, Platinum confirmed that a pro-bending mode has been fully recreated in The Legend of Korra, including the actual rules from the show. Take it as icing on the cake! The Legend of Korra arrives on PS4 and PS3 this Fall, and will also feature a few surprises that “scream” PlatinumGames. Whatever that means, it’s probably amazing. I haven't watched Nick since the late 90s, but this game looks pretty solid. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silverstag88 Posted June 27, 2014 Share Posted June 27, 2014 Pro-bending is a full mode! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carville87 Posted July 22, 2014 Share Posted July 22, 2014 What they need to do is take that Playstation Eye camera that nobody's utilizing and make a Korra game where you have to do the movements from the show to make the attacks work in the game. As much as I hate motion controls that's one of the best ideas for this game Can't wait for this game to come out day one purchase for me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExHaseo Posted July 29, 2014 Share Posted July 29, 2014 If anyone is hungry for more in-depth info on the game, from someone outside of the studio, here's a great video that explains the gameplay thoroughly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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