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Quantum Theory is Tecmo Koei’s answer to Gears of War, and boasts a wide range of weaponry and modes
Tecmo Koei’s sci-fi action shooter promises blood, guts and fast- paced gameplay…
by Dominic Sacco
RELEASED: SEPTEMBER 24 FORMATS: 360, PS3 PUBLISHER: TECMO KOEI DEVELOPER: TEAM TACHYON PRICE: £49.99 DISTRIBUTOR: OPEN CONTACT: 01462 476 130
QUANTUM THEORY is a brand new third-person action shooter IP from Tecmo Koei – a publisher that has brought gamers a collection of cult hits over the years. With franchises like Fatal Frame and Dynasty Warriors under its belt, Tecmo Koei has built a strong reputation for hardcore titles. Now it’s set to extend this gaming arsenal further with Quantum Theory. Tecmo Koei VP of sales and marketing Will Curley tells MCV: “This is a brand new IP from Tecmo Koei and our first entry into the shooter genre. “It is very important going forward to grow this series into another profitable pillar of our business. Quantum Theory appeals to a different type of gamer to those who play Dynasty Warriors, Dead or Alive and Ninja Gaiden so it’s crucial that we make it a success.”
The dark sci-fi fantasy title blends the
cover-based shooter mechanics found in popular titles such as Gears of War with a moving, living environment that constantly throws new surprises and challenges at the player.
Quantum Theory takes gamers on a journey through the “Living Tower”. As players navigate through the moving rooms, new obstacles such as pillars, spikes and creatures mutate and jump out at them, providing a tense atmosphere to the game.
The story is as follows – a world war has ravaged mankind to near destruction, and a strange black material
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yet to experience the Xbox 360 exclusive series. Quantum Theory’s lead
We realise we are entering a competitive market but our retail incentives should drive great sell-through.
Will Curley, Tecmo Koei
known as Erosion is threatening to kill off the remaining survivors. The few humans left form a militia known as Cocoon to conquer the evil mass, which has grown the huge tower to engulf them. A post-apocalyptic battle between good and evil ensues.
BIG MAN THEORY It’s fair to say that developer Team Tachyon has been heavily influenced by Gears of War during the creative process, but this is no bad thing. It’s likely to please PS3 owners who have
protagonist, hulk-like Syd, has all the bearings of muscular Marcus Phoenix minus the chainsaw on the end of his machine gun, and the gameplay echoes that of Gears of War. There’s a similar rolling mechanic, the familiar duck-and- cover shooting and even some of the monsters resemble the Locust from Epic Games’ popular trilogy. But Quantum Theory successfully manages to set itself apart with its storyline, multiplayer modes and several unique
gameplay mechanics.
Gamers can instruct AI-controlled partner Filena to attack enemies and perform team-based combos in order to overcome puzzles and tougher bosses together. She can use a sword at close- range, detonate explosives from afar and can stun groups of enemies nearby. Equally, enemies can form packs to overrun the pair, adding a tactical element to Quantum Theory. Players can also take the fight online with up to eight gamers able to play in battle royale and team battle modes.
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