Steve Papoutsis, the executive producer of the upcoming Dead Space 3, has this week revealed that the third game in the series will now include an unlockable hardcore mode that will feature a permadeath feature.
Unlockable Hardcore Mode with Permadeath
The new permadeath and hardcore mode features will be available to players who have fully completed the game at least once. This mode opens up the possibility to play a ZombiU-esque Hardcore Mode, Classic Mode, Pure Survival Mode, and New Game+ Mode. In Hardcore Mode, players will face the ultimate challenge where death means starting over from the beginning, adding a layer of tension and excitement for those seeking a more intense experience. Classic Mode will strip away some of the modern conveniences, providing a more nostalgic and challenging gameplay experience reminiscent of the earlier games in the series. Pure Survival Mode will test players’ resource management skills, as enemies will not drop health or ammo, forcing players to craft everything they need to survive. New Game+ Mode allows players to carry over their progress and equipment from a completed game, offering a chance to explore the game with all their hard-earned upgrades.
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Additional Story Content and Game Launch
Papoutsis also revealed that Visceral is currently developing a “a top secret additional story that will be coming in a few weeks.” This additional content promises to expand the narrative and provide players with more insight into the Dead Space universe. As more information becomes available, we will keep you posted. The new Dead Space 3 game will be launching in the UK on February 8th, 2013, for Xbox 360, PS3, and PC.
“Isaac Clarke returns, joined by merciless soldier John Carver, to chase a risky plan that promises to finally stop the Necromorphs. Together Clarke and Carver must explore the frozen planet of Tau Volantis and track down the secret they hope will end the Necromorph plague forever, all while overcoming avalanches, treacherous ice-climbs, and the violent wilderness. Facing deadlier evolved enemies and brutal elements, the unlikely pair must work together to save mankind from the impending apocalypse.”
The game’s setting on the icy planet of Tau Volantis introduces new environmental challenges and hazards, such as extreme cold and limited visibility, which will require players to adapt their strategies. The cooperative gameplay element, featuring John Carver, adds a new dynamic to the series, allowing for both solo and co-op play. Players can experience the story from different perspectives and work together to solve puzzles and defeat enemies.
Source: Eurogamer
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