Romier S Posted February 25, 2005 Report Share Posted February 25, 2005 Atari today announced they would be publishing Indigo Prophecy for the Playstation 2, Xbox and PS2. The title was formerly known as Fahrenheit and is being developed by independent French studio Quantic Dream. The is a highly cinematic thriller that take it's cue from high budget hollywood movies. The developers have noted a large emphasis on the cinematic camera angles and a shifting score as well as open ended tale that is affected by your decisions. Here is a story synopsis: Indigo Prophecy is set in a near-future New York City, which has been plagued by a series of random murders perpetrated by seemingly innocent citizens. The game begins with protagonist Lucas Kane coming to his senses after committing one such killing...and having no idea why he did the deed. On the run from the police, he commences an adventure that will sport a branching plotline where players' decisions will change the outcome of the game. You can read the full announcement here . I uploaded a few screens to the server for you guys. Take a look: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dogbert Posted February 25, 2005 Report Share Posted February 25, 2005 I believe Quantic Dreams is most well known for Omnikron on the Dreamcast, the action adventure game featuring David Bowie. A very flawed but interesting game, and they've got potential to create an interesting blend between cinema & games. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Romier S Posted April 8, 2005 Author Report Share Posted April 8, 2005 Wanted to resurrect this thread for two very good reasons: First: -There's a great website for the game out there that's worth checking out. Definitely has a nice design behind it and I like the ambient sounds in the background. Also has some good info on the characters and gameplay features: http://www.fahrenheitgame.com/index.php?lg=us Finally: -Since Brian mentioned Omikron, I read this recent little tidbit on the news portion of Quantic Dreams website: http://www.quanticdream.com/pages/frameset_pub.php?lg=us Quantic Dream is finalizing initial design documents for two next-generation projects: OMIKRON 2, the sequel to Quantic Dream's first PC hit, and INFRAWORLD, a new franchise. Both projects are aimed at X-Box 2, PS3 consoles and for PC and will be developed on Quantic Dream's proprietary next gen' engine. The later will offer enhanced physics capabilities through a recently signed partnership with NOVODEX and a range of action orientated features. Talks are also being finalized with major middleware creators to integrate enhanced AI capabilities. More news soon? I wonder if Bowie will be in the sequel? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iainl Posted April 8, 2005 Report Share Posted April 8, 2005 Is it just me that finds it a tad disappointing that the game isn't being released on the GameCube, the one platform I own that actually is indigo? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Romier S Posted April 8, 2005 Author Report Share Posted April 8, 2005 Is it just me that finds it a tad disappointing that the game isn't being released on the GameCube Everytime a game isn't a released on the Gamecube an Angel sheds his wings. At this point Heaven is full of wingless Angels my friend. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whooter Posted April 8, 2005 Report Share Posted April 8, 2005 Actually, without wings, they're probably just flopping around on the roof of Purgatory. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Romier S Posted May 4, 2005 Author Report Share Posted May 4, 2005 IGN has a new preview up for Indigo Prophecy that goes into a little more detail about it's gameplay. You can read it here . The plot is moved along by timed events that are displayed through multiple panels of action. This style is most commonly associated with Fox's 24. It is an excellent way to build suspense without having an actual timer on the screen. For example, while Kane struggles to grasp his situation in the diner, other panels show that one of the other patrons outside the bathroom is a city cop. Eventually, the officer goes to use the bathroom where he will discover the deed and arrest Kane if he doesn't think fast. The first order of business was to dispose of the body. Kane can grab the corpse and pull it into a stall to get it out of view. This triggers a mini-game with the shoulder buttons that keeps Kane's grip on his victim. There are numerous options in this small room, and each decision changes the path of the story. Walking up to a mop in the corner allows players to wash up the pools of blood. Unlike typical adventure games, this doesn't just happen automatically; you actually have to move the mop back and forth across the ground. Kane can then check his reflection for irregularities, hide the murder weapon, and find some change in the condom machine. Later, this quarter can be used to make a phone call in the diner. The call for help may seem like a good idea, but later, this call might be traced to implicate him in the crime. The interesting thing about this point of view change is that Kane's actions will leave clues for when players switch over to the good guys. In the opening scene, it is almost like players are working against themselves by hiding evidence that they will later be forced to discover. The developers described the storyline as having a rubber band quality. While players will eventually end up at the same conclusions, there are hundreds of variations on how to progress through the game. Sounds really damn interesting thus far. I like how they have implemented the changes in points of view and investigative elements. Mark recently wrote up some impressions on Still Life and noted how disappointing it was that the game didn't let you do enough detective work. This game seems to remedy that. EDIT: Gamespot has some new videos of the game up as well, an excellent trailer (which I highly recommend watching just for the opening theme music which is really good), as well as an interview with one of the developers on the game. You can take a look here . I've taken the liberty of uploading two of those videos to the server. You can download them below: Indigo Prophecy - Kane hides the body Indigo Prophecy - Discovery It's going to suck waiting until September for this game. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EnemaEms Posted May 4, 2005 Report Share Posted May 4, 2005 Damn, this game sound very cool. This will be one of those that my g/f will want me to get so she can bug me to play it. -Dean- Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Romier S Posted June 5, 2005 Author Report Share Posted June 5, 2005 I was reading one of the previews on Gamespot and came across this little tidbit which I hadn't noticed before: We were only able to hear a few snippets of music, but we were told the final game will feature a soundtrack by composer Angelo Badalamenti, who has numerous credits in both film and television to his name, including Twin Peaks. David Lynch fans will recognize the name. He is the man behind a great deal of the music featured in Twin Peaks along with many of Lynch's films. Excellent news :rock . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kelley Posted June 5, 2005 Report Share Posted June 5, 2005 Excellent news on the soundtrack! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Romier S Posted July 15, 2005 Author Report Share Posted July 15, 2005 Brand spanking new trailer for Indigo that features some excellent bits of gameplay along with a very nice piece of music to set the tone. I highly recommend giving it a look. Indigo Prophecy Trailer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike-D Posted July 15, 2005 Report Share Posted July 15, 2005 Wow. I watched all of the trailers you uploaded and I love what I'm seeing. This looks very promising indeed. Is there any word yet if this will be 720p? I couldn't find anything. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Josh Posted July 15, 2005 Report Share Posted July 15, 2005 Looks cool. I just hope the story isn't predictable, and that Matrix move doesn't make it in. My kinda game either way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark E Posted July 15, 2005 Report Share Posted July 15, 2005 Veddy good trailer. After Still Life, I have to say I'm nervous about new adventure games, but I'll be picking this one up if it isn't total dreck. I'm a sucker for murder mysteries. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark E Posted July 22, 2005 Report Share Posted July 22, 2005 Going gold anybody? http://www.quanticdream.com/pages/frameset_index.php?lg=us Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Romier S Posted July 22, 2005 Author Report Share Posted July 22, 2005 :rock Now release it already. So all three of us that care can go buy the game, find out it's fanastic, and watch it tank. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoeyN Posted July 22, 2005 Report Share Posted July 22, 2005 Yep 25 lvcg members will buy it and thats about it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stillfastasleep Posted July 22, 2005 Report Share Posted July 22, 2005 :rock Now release it already. So all three of us that care can go buy the game, find out it's fanastic, and watch it tank. Well, renaming it Indigo Prophecy from Fahrenheit, won't help any, whose bright idea was that? Destined to be overlooked, where's the damn movie tie-in? It's sad really, some stunningly mediocre games sell simply beause of a movie licence where original titles like psychonauts sink without a trace in record time. I"ve seen two trailers for the game, one with an atrocoius heavy rock soundtrack, lord, I hope that isn't representative of the in-game music. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Romier S Posted July 22, 2005 Author Report Share Posted July 22, 2005 Well, renaming it Indigo Prophecy from Fahrenheit, won't help any, whose bright idea was that? They could call it "Bob the bitch tit" and it wouldn't sell much (well ok, it may sell with that name ). The fact that it's an adventure title, in the style of the PC adventure genre, pretty much guarentees less exposure. The 39.99 price tag almost gaurentees it won't break out much past the genre fans. Oh well, I know I'll be buying it and I hope it turns out really well. Aside from that, my comment about the games potential sales were jokingly thrown out there. Who knows, Katamari broke through. If the game ends up being good enough (and appealing enough) who knows what can happen. I"ve seen two trailers for the game, one with an atrocoius heavy rock soundtrack, lord, I hope that isn't representative of the in-game music. Have you watched the latest trailer? I posted it a few posts up. It includes music directly from the game and it's very well done (remember Angelo Badalamenti is doing the score). The games website also features some music directly from the game as well. You can check it out here: http://www.quanticdream.com/pages/frameset_index.php?lg=us Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stillfastasleep Posted July 22, 2005 Report Share Posted July 22, 2005 They could call it "Bob the bitch tit" and it wouldn't sell much (well ok' date=' it may sell with that name ). The fact that it's an adventure title, in the style of the PC adventure genre, pretty much guarentees less exposure. The 39.99 price tag almost gaurentees it won't break out much past the genre fans. Oh well, I know I'll be buying it and I hope it turns out really well. Aside from that, my comment about the games potential sales were jokingly thrown out there. Who knows, Katamari broke through. If the game ends up being good enough (and appealing enough) who knows what can happen. Have you watched the latest trailer? I posted it a few posts up. It includes music directly from the game and it's very well done (remember Angelo Badalamenti is doing the score). The games website also features some music directly from the game as well. You can check it out here: http://www.quanticdream.com/pages/frameset_index.php?lg=us I've seen both trailers and I liked the music from the latest trailer, however, what scares me is, if you go to gametrailers.com, guess which trailer is the higher rated one? You got it, the one with the atrocious rock song. I can just see Atari making a last minute change to improve the game's sales potential. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Romier S Posted July 22, 2005 Author Report Share Posted July 22, 2005 I can just see Atari making a last minute change to improve the game's sales potential. I wouldn't worry too much about that happening still. With the website in full swing and the game now having gone gold (and off to replication land), I doubt Atari would make such changes. If anything I hope they release the soundtrack to the game. I've sat at the website doing nothing, just letting the music play in the background while I'm working on stuff. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Romier S Posted July 23, 2005 Author Report Share Posted July 23, 2005 New video showing Lucas committing the opening murder sequence. Also features some more of the in-game music for those interested in giving it more of a listen. You can take a look at it here: Lucas doesn't know what he is doing Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark E Posted July 27, 2005 Report Share Posted July 27, 2005 The demo is now available: http://www.gamershell.com/news/23515.html There are other links but this one worked for me, so there it be. I'll post impressions once I actually play it . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Romier S Posted July 27, 2005 Author Report Share Posted July 27, 2005 SWEET! Thanks Mark. (downloading now) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Romier S Posted July 27, 2005 Author Report Share Posted July 27, 2005 Played the demo during my lunch break....I love it. It's a cinematic choose your own path style adventure game. I love the style of it, it looks wonderful, and the possibilities for changing the story give me hope that it will have some serious replay value. It's worth repeating yet again: PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE! Release a soundtrack! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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