02/01/08
Rocketmen Producer Tim Innes Interviewed On Capcom Community Blog
Capcom Community Blog talks to Rocketmen Producer Tim Innes about Rocketmen: Axis of Evil development and gameplay.
Excerpts from the inteview:
"...C: How would you describe the gameplay? What were your goals here?
TI: Upgradable Run and Gun is the best way to describe it. The actual controls are similar to that of what is referred to as a 4-way shooter (one stick moves, the other points where to shoot.) But there are also secondary weapons like rockets and land mines that provide additional tactics. Although the game is very arcade like, the player is always earning experience points towards their character and can upgrade skills, weapons, and other cool stuff after each level. ..."
"...Our goals were simple – old school gameplay with all the modern bells and whistles. I could compare the game to old classics like Robotron (a personal favorite), Contra, or even Smash TV, but those games are not as deep as this one (or 3d). I think ultimately the goal we accomplished was re-envisioning a classic game-play concept with better art, story, weapons, and a heavy dose of sci-fi smackdown. But gameplay is fast, challenging, you have to be competitive to get drops and use them. It’s a busy game, and rewarding as you develop your character. ..."
Read the full article here.
11/01/07
WorthPlaying Previews Rocketmen: Axis of Evil.
WorthPlaying previewed Rocketmen: Axis of Evil. Here's a few excerpts from the article.
"In this day and age, it's difficult, if not impossible, for developers to release games that fit the molds of the Super Nintendo and Genesis generation. Gaming has evolved to a point where a simplistic mainstream game tends to draw more ire than praise. Thanks to Microsoft's Xbox Live arcade service, fun and simple games like Feeding Frenzy and Band of Bugs are available at affordable prices to any gamer with an Internet connection and an Xbox 360. Xbox Live Arcade tends to focus more on single-player or online experiences, neglecting the much-desired, same-console experience. That's not to say that there is a complete lack of them, but few XBLA titles make that aspect a primary focus. Enter Rocketmen: Axis of Evil..."
"...Rocketmen is a good, old-fashioned arcade shooter, rather reminiscent of older classics like Smash TV. Up to four players move around a large, constantly scrolling stage, blasting wave after wave of enemies with a number of powerful weapons. The controls are actually very simple; the left analog stick moves the character, while the right analog stick fires in the direction which it's pointed. The A button interacts with environmental objects such as doors or boxes, the B button activates a "vacuum" that sucks in nearby loot and the trigger buttons activate secondary weapons. Even without the useful tutorial offered on the first stage, new players should be able to jump into Rocketmen and start blasting Martian scum in a matter of moments..."
"...Rocketmen: Axis of Evil is shaping up to be a fine addition to [the Xbox Live Arcade] lineup. Combining the fun of rampaging shooting action with the customization offered by a surprisingly detailed character upgrading system, Rocketmen has all the makings of a fantastic party game. Even those gamers who just want to it go it alone will be able to have fun with Rocketmen's single-player mode, too. Those eager for a fun new addition to their Xbox Live Arcade collections will want to give Rocketmen: Axis of Evil a shot when it takes off this November."
Read the full article here.
09/11/07
A.C.R.O.N.Y.M. at the PopVox Awards
It’s the PopVox awards! Support us by voting Rocketmen: Axis of Evil in two categories, Best Game and Homegrown: Best of BC! The voting opens September 8th, and ends September 17th.
Check out the links:
PopVoxAwards.com
PopVoxAwards.com/BestGame
PopVoxAwards.com/Best of BC
08/30/07
Rocketmen: Axis of Evil
ROCKETMEN is in the finishing stages! The highly anticipated shooter is almost ready for launch! Look for it soon on Xbox Live Arcade and Playstation Network. As a member of the Rocketmen team, you’ll join the Alliance of Free Planets blasting through waves of enemies from the Legion of Terra and Mars. Do you have what it takes to defeat the Axis of Evil? Check out our latest screens.
