When it comes to video games one might find that
they see every single new release hyped up in a manner that is a bit more than
acceptable, leading to some pretty bitter disappointments. Dishonored however,
seems to be living up to the hype.
Dishonored is a stealth action game developed by
Arkane Studios in cooperation with Bethesda Softworks. Arkane studios set out
to redefine the concept of freedom in the stealth action genre and Dishonored
seems to do just that, boasting an impressive amount of ways for players to
accomplish the missions laid out in front of them. Along with this freedom to
shape the story, Dishonored also equips the player with a multitude of
supernatural abilities including things like short range teleporting, time
distortion, and even corporeal possession.
Dishonored has fought for and won my attention in
the past year through the use of tantalizing trailers and promises of
unparalleled freedom. However, being the ever cautious person I am I didn’t
want to overexcite myself and get disappointed by a sub-par finished project. So, I decided to make playing the exclusive
demo of Dishonored at the Penny Arcade Expo (PAX), a large gaming convention
held in Seattle, WA, my top priority.
After several hours of enviously watching my peers
get their chances with the game, it was finally my turn. I grasped the
controller in my hands and dove into the scenario that had been laid in front
of me. As I began to experiment with the controls I took a moment to survey my
surroundings. This demo took place in a ruined portion of cityscape with
collapsed stonework and disheveled residents wandering to and from my projected
point of entry.
As I continued with the demo I shifted through my
extensive physical and magical arsenal testing out various powers and weapons
as I went, finding what suited me best. This process led me to a realization
that made me quite happy, I actually didn’t need to fight any of the enemies in
front of me to succeed in the mission I was given. Using a combination of time
distortion and teleporting I managed to sneak my way into the primary mission
location without inflicting a single casualty along the way.
Graphically, Dishonored is fantastically impressive
with its steam punk style dystopian world. It sets a gloomy tone to the story
as the main character, Corvo, sets out to clear his name of a crime he did not
commit. Corvo is assisted by an enigmatic man known only as “The Outsider” who
imparts upon him a seal and the ability to utilize supernatural abilities.
Dishonored brings a lot to the table for both
stealth and action fans alike. With the freedom to choose how you’d like to go
through the game, players will be able to have a personalized experience, different
from their peers. Dishonored is a game that shouldn't be missed! It launches on
October 9th.
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