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Ghost Recon: Future Soldier Is Natal Enabled

According to french video games website Jeuxvideo, Ghost Recon: Future Soldier will be playable using Project Natal. The first person shooter from Ubisoft is supposed to have a special game mode that will allow movement recognition, controller aim mixed with hand gestures to control the interface and the ability to give commands by wrist directed movements.

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Natsu X FairyTail5878d ago

"the aim being to keep the joystick in one hand and interact with the interface with your other paw. It is even possible to give orders through different types of movements directed by the wrist. You can imagine"

Sounds Nice!

SpaceSquirrel5877d ago

That's interesting. It hope it's not required though.

whateva5877d ago

He said that it would use Natal!

mjolliffe5877d ago

Sure, as long as it isn't required.

green5877d ago

It's the hybrid (Natal + Controller) integration that if done right could produce some astonishing result for core games. I have loved every single Ghost Recon game and i am so looking forward to this. E3 2010 is going to be amazing.

fox025877d ago (Edited 5877d ago )

Fable, Ghost Recon, Gears, Mass Effect, THQ's AAA game, Oblivion/Fallout, Peter's, Rare... Natal is going to kick ass.

I can't wait to play future RTS games with Natal and controller.

siyrobbo5877d ago

tom clancy games have always been quite innovative, using voice commands in rainbow 6 and such forth. Never tried it, but apparently ENDWAR was playable entirely with a mic, without the need to use a controller at all

JokesOnYou5877d ago

"bu, bu, but, you cant make a FPS with natal"

"all Natal games will have you flailing your arms around and jumping behind the couch"

"how can a dev even make a shooter with Natal?"

"damm its too bad the only thing Natal is going to bring is party mini-games, and Riccochet type BS"

- ha, ha karma is such a beeeatch the more they hate on 360/Natal the more reality just keeps making them look stupid, 360 has an onslaught of quality games out and more coming and Natal is getting so much interest from devs/media/fans, while "wii-move" is relegated to its biggest interest being "funny" commercial made by sony. lol ps3 is a great console I own one, but 360 is the all around best gaming console available, and it keeps getting better.

JOY

Christopher5877d ago (Edited 5877d ago )

After my experience with gesture-issued commands, here's how I imagine my first day in Ghost Recon: Future Soldier.

*flips wrist to the right to emote need to converge on the designated point*

"Here's the coffee your requested, Sir!"

*flips wrist to the right again to emote need to converge on the designated point*

"Eliminating designated target, Sir!" *NPC shoots squad member in back of head*

*flips wrist to the right again to emote need to converge on the designated point*

"More coffee for you, Sir!"

*performs facepalm gesture*

"Understood Sir, mission a failure. Wiping all evidence of our presence." *places and sets a 5 second timer on bomb... everything goes black...*

Screen: "Replay scenario?"

BYE5877d ago

Hopefully the PS3 version doesn't get toned down by 15% in order to make it equal to the Natal version.

nveenio5877d ago

Isn't this the same as Move? How are you going to aim? Does this mean GR will also be Move compatible? If so, which would be better?

Cueil5877d ago

this game is perfect for a hybrid... giving silent commands using standard NATO signs

Christopher5876d ago (Edited 5876d ago )

Don't think using gestures will be an improvement over regular controller use since instead of hitting a direction on the d-pad, you're now moving your whole arm to your side and performing the signal, and then you have to put your hand back to the controller.

While I think Natal can be useful, I do believe that going in with the standard controller for use with it is a problem since you can't use all of the functions of the controller while performing the necessary gestures.

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Omega45877d ago

Another hardcore game using both Natal and a controller, this will likely become the norm when its released.

Can definitely see ME3 having Natal support too.

peeps5877d ago

hopefully. which other hardcore games gonna use natal though?

Mr Logic5877d ago (Edited 5877d ago )

Wasn't the whole point of Natal to be "Controller free entertainment" or did I just imagine that being said over and over at last year's E3?

Plus, is it really worth taking 15% of the CPU for a small additional game mode that is pretty much tacked on?

Eamon5877d ago (Edited 5877d ago )

Well, these are third parties innovating with the peripherals in their own way. Also, to keep you up to date, the chips have been put back so Natal's processing will not be solely dependent on the xbox 360.

Just because MS are trying to market the product to casual audience by saying Controller Free, it doesn't mean game developers are restricted to that.

Stop complaining. We all know hybrid works best for the core gamers.

8thnightvolley5877d ago

this is really gd news at least we can see natal going for hardcore games too and this is just the beginning so more of this is good ... a game using the traditional controller and the natal would have endless possibilities in control options and and even greater level of impersion of gameplay... this is really gd news

natal FTW.

Qui-Gon Jim5877d ago

What they were talking about is "removing the controller barrier." Controllers are intimidating to casuals, so taking away that barrier by introducing a controller-free experience opens up the market more. I don't think they've ever said that controllers are going to go away, they just stressed the controller-free stuff because it's the stand-out feature of their product.

Christopher5877d ago

My _only_ issue with hybrid with Natal is it requires, when making a gesture, that one hand has to leave the controller.

My issue with gesture-based implementation on its own is how easy it is for them to be misread or accidentally read into by general movement. I'm not sure many gamers are ready for the imposed restrictiveness that comes with gesture-based gaming.

Eamon5877d ago

cgoodno, that's nothing to do with hardware.

As demonstrated, Natal is pretty accurate even up to finger movements.

It's software that will do all the understanding. And that can be patched over and over again if neccessary.

Qui-Gon Jim5877d ago

There has been some conflicting reports about the sensitivity. I have seen articles that say Natal can detect finger movements, and I have seen articles saying that it doesn't. We'll have to wait until we have more information.

Also, One thing most people are not realizing about Natal, though, is that it doesn't HAVE to use the 3D imaging. It has a RGB camera that can be used for more limited functions without having to use as much system resources. Those things could also be used with the PSEye on multi-platform titles.

Cueil5877d ago

imagine a melee using your elbow or 3D Head Tracking especially when playing and FPS and looking out a window or peeking out a corner

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Kal11385877d ago

This is the way, imo, for hardcore games, like shooters, to use Natal. As something extra, but not required. It sounds cool. Of course they'll have to have some cool Natal only games in order for people to buy it, because I doubt anyone would by it for Ghost Recon for example.

Gamer7l5877d ago

I called this AGES ago. It's the natural progression of the series, and ties into what Ubisoft Montreal had done with the R6V games, using voice commands and in-game "hand motions".

Halo3 MLG Pro5877d ago

Absolutely amazing. This game was made for NATAL. Sending your troops with hand gestures is just genius. Just frees up the controller for other functions.

This is Play Beyond!!!! :)

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PeptoBismol5877d ago

its called being a PS360 owner, best of both worlds

maybe you 2 retards will realize one day that your fanboyism was in vain.

Halo3 MLG Pro5877d ago (Edited 5877d ago )

Yup. You can tell from the amount of bubbles for 360 owners that the sony fanboys are getting frustrated and mad. I never waste my time with disagrees or bubbles. I seen 360 fans give well informed comments with over 100 disagrees. LOL! Insecure sony fanboys :)

I don't need to own both consoles. My 360 more than takes care of all my gaming needs. :)

i3eyond the Circle5877d ago (Edited 5877d ago )

unless you've been in my house and looked at my entertainment system please STFU.

Telling someone that they don't have something over a computer, is as RETARDED as it gets friend.

@halo i know man lol. if it wasn't so vivid i wouldn't even care it'll be just good ol' n4g but ever since that alan wake trailer and the panic it caused and the useless attempts of trying to downplay it because its cutscenes are video files (made in engine created with 360 hardware)making that little 1 day tirade fall short.

green5877d ago (Edited 5877d ago )

"Good to hear that the lag times have reduced significantly. I am sure that the lag with multiple people on screen will be reduced come launch. Now, its to wait and see if they can deliver on the softwear front". http://www.n4g.com/NewsCom-...

65 disagrees and 45 agrees. I did not mention the ps3 once or talk about the opposition but they just cant stand the fact that any positive thing can be said about the 360.

dazzalfc5877d ago

Yay, lets all give each other high fives and have bum sex!

Seriosuly, any 'fanboy' of any system is a complete retard, whether its Microsoft/Sony/Nintendo/Apple/ Lady GaGa or whoever/whatever. Its beyond a joke that people cannot either give a) constructive critisism or b) constructive praise without getting a ton of abuse back.

The reason you guys above me get abuse is because your way off centre with 3/4's of what you say. Bumming Micrsoft/Sony or whoever for every single thing they do is plain stupid. People are already praising Natal to high heavens without even experiencing a decent non staged demo, let alone actually getting they're hands on it. Its even beginning to do my head in seeing people cheer when console A gets a certain exclusive or feature (or even removing of a feature). You guys who do that aren't gamers, your argumentative individuals, trying to justify a purchase by any means necessary.

Its no problem to own just one console or like one console, but forcing opinions down peoples throats, believing that one company can do no wrong and praising every little thing like its the coming of Jesus is mind boggling. Also labelling anyone who has even the slightest difference of opinion as a 'fanboy' is fecking stupid.

As for Natal, well i'm not up on motion control anyway. I prefer a physical product in my hands rather than none, and i do worry that alot of games, whilst they may work well using Natal, would be a whole lot better with a controller. The whole 'hybrid' stuff seems like a good and better direction for these types of games, but surely all of that could have been done (although with slightly less accuracy) with the Vision camera? And whilst it adds something new to games, do i really want an extra peripheral just so i can wave my hands about like giving orders aswell as move a controller about? I can already press a shoulder button/ dpad direction to give orders anyway so why would i need this? So i can look 'cool' whilst doing it?

The term 'Less is more' springs to mind when it comes to motion tech. I'll personally be waiting for E3 to see the real stuff, before i roll over and take one up the crapper from Micrsoft like half of this site already have done

Qui-Gon Jim5877d ago

Bubbles to you for your thoughts on fanboys. The only thing you maybe should have added is that the PS3 fanboys are also making judgements about Natal without having seen anything substantive.

I find it suspicious that Microsoft has kept very tight control over who sees Natal and in what conditions, but Microsoft always holds their hand close to their vest and might have a blow-out E3 by showing things that people think are impossible. Or Natal could be a huge, laggy mess. Let's just wait until we see something real.

Sheikh Yerbouti5877d ago (Edited 5877d ago )

this is much like Move implementation in SOCOM. PS3 players will be able to play it with the Move too.

Still this will be an important jump not only in the game controls. Look forward to hearing more games for both.

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The Best Ghost Recon Games to Play Before Breakpoint

KeenGamer: ''Wildlands, Shadow Wars, Future Soldier, and Advanced Warfighter 2 are among some of the best Ghost Recon games that tactical shooter fans can play until Breakpoint finally releases for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC on October 4. Wildlands, Shadow Wars, Future Soldier, and Advanced Warfighter 2 are among some of the best Ghost Recon games that tactical shooter fans can play until Breakpoint releases for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC on October 4.''

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2pacalypsenow2420d ago

Have there been any reviews for this game?

Akira20202419d ago

Wait till you guys see all the Pay To Win micro-transactions that are in this game!! Yes, everything from buying weapons (NOT just skins), to attachments, to skill unlocks, to "time savers", etc....and this is just naming a few. Check out the videos online for Breakpoint's Store!

I was so jacked for this game, but now it's a pass just like this year's COD.
I'm predicting that these greedy companies will soon be the death of video games as we know it.

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Revisiting Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon: Future Soldier

Gamerheadquarters; "Ghost Recon: Future Soldier was a shooter that felt tactical, slightly futuristic and was a blast when played cooperatively."

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FallenAngel19842982d ago

This is the only game in the franchise that I’ve played

skycaptin52982d ago

I heard the latest entry Wildlands was solid, the Advanced games were enjoyable and the free to play that no longer exists was alright from what I remember.

Zjet2982d ago

Future Soldier is damn good.

Advanced were also great.

Wildlands is really good.... It's like Open World SOCOM

PUBG2982d ago

Ghost Recon: Jungle Storm on PS2 and Ghost Recon: Island Thunder on Xbox were also awesome games.

2pacalypsenow2982d ago

You should really give Advanced Warfighter 1/2 a try.

TheColbertinator2982d ago

Ghost Recon has gone in all kinds of directions but I've enjoyed them all

icerob2982d ago

I have been waiting forever fór GRAW2.. please please please!!!

Elwenil2982d ago

You are a bit late, GRAW2 came out in 2007.

COZMIC2982d ago

I loved this game back in the day. Played multiplayer a lot with my friends. Only complaint I really had was how overpowered the auto turret was in multiplayer. Good times.

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3 more arrivals hit Xbox One via Xbox Backwards Compatibility – Are they worth the return?

Carlos writes: "Once again, the Xbox Backwards Compatible library is expanding and with 2018 already proving to be a great year for the program, even in these early months, new titles can only be a good thing right? With that in mind, let’s jump into this week’s additions to see which Xbox 360 titles have hit Xbox One and whether or not they are worth spending time with once more."

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TheOttomatic912982d ago

Still waiting on Splinter Cell Blacklist

LucasRuinedChildhood2982d ago

Badass game. Way better than Conviction. Cool split screen co-op too.

mikeslemonade2982d ago

Are they worth the return? No.

BC not needed.

Grown Folks Talk2982d ago

The entire series please. Either a X enhanced Chaos Theory, or a remastered Chaos Theory in the Blacklist engine will do.

ULTp0ltergeist2982d ago

Wouldn't mind it at all especially with some enhancements.

chris2352982d ago

no. no backward compatible game is worth anything. i looked at playstation now the other day because finally it‘s available in switzerland. but the only thing that emerged by browsing the old unaltered titles were question marks. it is beyond me who uses this service or prefers to play something very dated instead of playing the actual versions.

starsi3602982d ago

Not everything has to be about how up to date the graphics are.

There are many games from the 360/PS3 era that stand head and shoulders above their current iterations from a gameplay perspective.

Halo 3 campaign versus Halo 5 campaign for example. Halo 3 for me is a very enjoyable game, I found 5 to be bland an uninspired (the multiplayer was good though)

Gaming_1st2982d ago

I thought Halo 3 campaign was not very good. It had rehashed audio, terrible AI, irritating story telling, continued backtracking, very short and the list could go on. Between Halo Ce, Halo 2 and Halo 3. Halo 3 is by far the worst.

timotim2982d ago

And that's just it....every BC title for Xbox is altered in some way. Better performance, smoother visuals, can use system features like screenshots and video clips and even others are completely enhanced to look damn near current gen.

PS Now is actually worse than owning the games because it downgrades the visuals slightly, while its performance is always on a delay and has lag due to it streaming nature. Nothing about PS Now enhances the titles.

In terms of playing old games...well, a good game is a good game. Geometry Wars will forever be good, Zuma will forever be good, Ninja Gaiden will forever be good...the fact that I can play them on my X is a major plus. Look at all the people excited for Sega's Genesis Collection for X1/PS4. If I already bought game in the past, why shouldn't I be able to play it whenever I want?

fathertime44642982d ago (Edited 2982d ago )

@Timothy
I agree with ya, but just want to correct one part of what you said
The game code isn't touched for bc to work on Xbox . It running or looking better on the x is all because of the emulator programming and better hardware.

Wasabi2982d ago

@fathertime

"The game code isn't touched for bc to work on Xbox . It running or looking better on the x is all because of the emulator programming and better hardware"

I agree with ya, but just want to correct part of what you said,

In the case of several Xbox One X backwards compatibility titles

Assassin's Creed
Crackdown
The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion
Fable Anniversary
Fallout 3
Forza Horizon
Gears of War 3
Halo 3
Mirror’s Edge
Skate 3
The Witcher 2: Assassins of Kings

The games have actually been tweaked to run at 4K on the X and/or at a higher framerate. MS actually altered the games code and assets on a per game basis to mark them out as Xbox One X enhanced BC titles, these games feature enhancements not provided solely by the emulator.

fathertime44642981d ago

@fragnum
MS didn't touch the game code on those games. It's a 9 time sampling algorithm specially designed by MS that takes every frame multiplies it by 9. Look it up. It's why not all games are why not all of the games are 4k.

NeoGamer2322982d ago

Not everyone thinks that only new games are worth playing.

A great game is not only based on its graphics but the quality of story, gameplay, controls, music, multiplayer, and environmental setting. There are many great games from previous generations that I would rate higher than most games released this generation.

This generation has been high on beauty but lacklustre on innovation. Especially innovation for single player games.

Pickledpepper2982d ago

I've been having a blast on dead space on my X played through 3 times to get all achievements, now playing dead space 2 on my 3rd run still think them games hold up against newer titles. Love BC addition well worth having.

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Cy2982d ago

If no backward compatible game is worth anything, why do the sales of pretty much every game that gets put on BC massively increase after they get added?

OffRoadKing2981d ago

Not pretty much every, a handful of select titles like GTA, COD and RDR. And its easy to "massively increase" sales when they go from virtually nothing to some people buying them.

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Zerobalance2982d ago

As an Xbox gamer BC is fine. Been playing Just Cause 2 using my old 360 disc. Old games are history to real gamers. Also replayed RDR too. Never touch my PS now service to expensive & rubbish.

chaos-emeralds2982d ago

Old games are history to real gamers. Written by a casual. I've been gaming since the c64, and I love the old games still. The xbox 360 has some great classics worth revisiting.

NeoGamer2322982d ago

lol. I've been gaming since the Coleco Telstar, the Commodore 64 was my fourth gaming device!

Pickledpepper2982d ago

I've been gaming since atari 2600 woody and still have it now boxed, I still have every console I've ever owned and zx spectrum lol

PUBG2982d ago

Oh yeah? Well I've been gaming since the Texas Instruments TI-99.

Gaming_1st2982d ago

Some people have new games to worry about. Haven't played a old game in quite some time. Now maybe if i didn't have anything to play, i wouldn't mine checking out some old games i wasn't able to play.

LucasRuinedChildhood2982d ago

C'mon now. Stop with the clickbait. I don't have an XB1 myself but this is a really good feature and you don't need to ask "Are they worth the return" every time a few games get added. It's just clickbait. More games is never a problem unless they're atrocious. I've mentioned this point in the past. Unfortunately, these dumb articles are never going to stop.

Also, to PlayStation (my console of preference by far) fans who are doing this in the comments: stop attacking BC. It's one of the reasons the PS2 was such an incredible console. Every time a new console iteration comes out, we shouldn't lose access to all our old games if the old console dies. Consoles are digital platforms now. BC is awesome. End of. "Who wants to play old games?" If you said,"Who wants to watch old movies. I only watch new movies," you'd look like a moron.

Aenea2982d ago

It's a dedicated Xbox site doing this, not a generic gaming site, so rather doubtful they need to have clickbait headlines...

SlyBoogie19932982d ago (Edited 2982d ago )

There's no clickbait here in the slightest, it's an opinion based on whether the games being made available are still of a good quality today. With so many games coming out all the time i'm pretty sure no one has the time to play all of them, these articles look at how well they hold up, offers an opinion on whether it was a good game that was worth playing to begin with or as you put it if they are atrocious and more importantly if it's worth taking time away from the extensive library of Xbox One titles that continue to be added to head back to a game you've probably played before, whilst offering an opinion to those who haven't played them and may wish to now on Xbox One. You wouldn't call a review clickbait and that's an opinion so how is this?

waljaber2981d ago

i got sick from playing 10 years old games, i need new IP.

timotim2982d ago

Had my GR disc from years ago. Still have more of the campaign left to finish...thanks Microsoft...my X library is crazy.

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