Lost Planet 2 is Xbox 360-exclusive

Wednesday 25-Feb-2009 10:41 AM
Updated: Capcom doesn't rule out other versions


Capcom has released the first official info on Lost Planet 2, confirming that the sequel's in development for Xbox 360 - but no mention of any other platforms.

Update: Capcom's given Edge a bit of an update on whether or not the game's going to be exlusive. A rep said, "All we can say at this time is that we've announced Lost Planet 2 for the 360. That's all I can say."

The tea leaves are telling us this will be timed 360 exclusive. Update out

The company also confirmed the inclusion of 4-player online co-op for the follow-up, which you probably guessed from the debut trailer.

The "strongest features" from the first game will return in Lost Planet 2, says Capcom, which basically means more enormous Akrids, anchor gameplay and a "wide variety of new actions".

"Lost Planet 2 picks up 10 years since the events of the original adventure and the landscape has evolved dramatically. With the success of terraforming activities, the planet's ice has begun to melt, giving way to lush tropical jungles and other new environments," says the company's official blurb.

"The story has advanced beyond Wayne Holden as players will now follow the exploits of their own customized snow pirates on their quest to seize control of E.D.N III. Players will move their heroes through different stories creating a truly unique and interactive experience. With this concept, gamers will have the opportunity to engage in the story in a more dynamic way as plot threads evolve from various perspectives."

Apparently Capcom's spent a considerable amount of time reviewing community feedback and incorporating it into Lost Planet 2, which is weird because the sluggish characters still look like they move slower than an OAP on a Segway.

"Beyond the deep single player mode, Lost Planet 2 is loaded with one the most extensive multiplayer campaign seen in a shooter to date. The intense and action packed campaign mode comes with the ability to form teams of up to 4 players online to clear mission objectives with friends," Capcom adds.

More info is promised "in the coming months".