Transformers: War for Cybertron

[The Josh]

Great cover art!

 

[Karma]

https://kotaku.com/5517192/aerialbots-and-stunticons-represent-in-transformers-war-for-cybertron

Aerialbot Air Raid and Stunticon Breakdown join the cast of warriors in Activision's upcoming War for Cybertron today, both ditching their gestalt groups for a chance to shine in the solo spotlight.

Back when the 80's cartoon was airing, the Aerialbots and Stunticons were a big deal. Until then (with few exceptions), the Autobots were cars, and the Decepticons were planes, or cassette tape recorders, or guns. The introduction of a group of good airplanes and bad cars, both of which combined to form giant killer robots, made my little early teen heart flutter with joy.

Now one member of each gestalt group gets a chance to go solo for their respective sides, likely to provide some sort of balance between the two different teams. It's the same mechanic used in the Revenge of the Fallen video game, with Jetfire and Sideways playing the roles of Autobot plane and Decepticon car.

Does this mean there's no chance of seeing Menasor or Superion in the game? Most likely. In fact, these two are lucky there being included at all, as they didn't exist in the cartoon until long after the Transformers came to earth. This makes me think that the developers might be taking some cues from the IDW comic book series, where the Stunticons have only just been given the ability to combine.

What I am trying to say here is that I know far too much about Transformers.

Look for the game to hit the Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, and PC on June 22, and be sure to check out the newly-updated Transformers: War for Cybertron website for the pictures of Air Raid and Breakdown in their vehicle forms.

 

[mr.fan]

cover art looks great! Now I hope this game actually lives up to its expectations!!

 

[bagelsncheesey]

War For Cybertron Characters Revealed - Ironhide and Skywarp

https://www.seibertron.com/transfor...aracters-revealed-ironhide-and-skywarp/18392/

Activision has sent us two more War For Cybertron reveals and with it comes big names. These are a bit more iconic than the previous reveals, as we get character profiles and images for Ironhide and Skywarp. Check them out below!

IRONHIDE
Autobot
Class: Soldier
Chassis: Truck
Primary Weapon: EMP Shotgun
Abilities: Whirlwind, Dash
Description: Ironhide is the oldest Autobot on the team. He is the slowest Autobot on the team. He is also the meanest, toughest, orneriest Autobot on the team. He is most definitely yesterday’s model, but he was built to last – seemingly forever. He is a soldier, first and foremost, but his tough exterior hides a deep compassion for life. He is one of Optimus’ most trusted advisors on all matters.

SKYWARP
Decepticon
Class: Scout
Chassis: Jet
Primary Weapon: Thermo Rocket Launcher
Abilities: Cloak, Dash
Description: Skywarp possesses cloaking technology which he uses to sow destruction upon his enemies. Skywarp isn’t the most intelligent Transformers character in the Decepticon force, so he needs to be continually guided and told what to do. Regardless, once set upon a path, Skywarp will achieve his goal with quiet, ruthless efficiency.

 

[bagelsncheesey]

In-Game Video of War for Cybertron Shockwave

https://www.seibertron.com/transformers/news/ingame-video-of-war-for-cybertron-shockwave/18394/

 

[Karma]

I love the modern twist on the G1 look

 

[bagelsncheesey]

I love the modern twist on the G1 look

yeah, it's going to be really good.

loving that they kept the cybertron design of the seekers as well (kinda like cybertron did in the cartoon and toyline).

 

[Karma]

In-Game Video of War for Cybertron Shockwave

https://www.seibertron.com/transformers/news/ingame-video-of-war-for-cybertron-shockwave/18394/

so bad ass it deserves to be embedded

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[Darth Waller]

Damn! Now that's an exclusive!

 

[Karma]

amazon has the demolisher vid on it's page

https://www.amazon.com/Transformers..._2?ie=UTF8&s=videogames&qid=1271946161&sr=1-2

 

[bagelsncheesey]

amazon has the demolisher vid on it's page

https://www.amazon.com/Transformers..._2?ie=UTF8&s=videogames&qid=1271946161&sr=1-2

Nice!

yeah that's the one i have on pre-order.

 

[Karma]

shockwave looks more badass imo

 

[bagelsncheesey]

shockwave looks more badass imo

that's cool

i just like the character more... but i'm a fan of energon/cybertron series.

 

[The Josh]

This game just gets more and more impressive. Gonna be awesome no doubt! The graphics are as good as anything out there IMO.

 

[Darth Waller]

Are those the only 2 exclusive characters so far? Tempted to get both.

 

[Karma]

War For Cybertron - Best Buy Exclusive Character to be Jazz

https://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspag...##5##5&list=y&usc=All+Categories&nrp=15&iht=n

 

[The Josh]

Oh man Jazz! He's my #2 fave. Crud! I may have to PO it from BB then.

 

[bagelsncheesey]

War For Cybertron - Best Buy Exclusive Character to be Jazz

https://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspag...##5##5&list=y&usc=All+Categories&nrp=15&iht=n

GAH!!

Jazz is my favorite Autobot (besides OP of course).

gah!

 

[The Josh]

GAH!!

Jazz is my favorite Autobot (besides OP of course).

gah!

I know. I may PO it from BB and get the code only to take the game back. Just so I can get Jazz.

 

[bagelsncheesey]

I know. I may PO it from BB and get the code only to take the game back. Just so I can get Jazz.

hmm i like this idea.