Saint’s Row for PS3 Confirmed [Update]
I reported a couple of weeks ago about the possibility of Saint’s Row coming to the PS3. According to the latest PSM, Saint’s Row is indeed in the works to come out for Sony’s console. The question is, when will it be released? If it comes out around the time GTA4 comes out in October, then I think THQ has a really big problem on their hands since most GTA fanatics will go for the genuine GTA experience and not Saint’s Row. Don’t get me wrong though, Saint’s Row was a great game…but if people go to the store and have to choose between GTA4 and Saint’s Row, I can guarantee they’ll go for GTA4.
[Update:THQ has made the announcement on their website this morning, come back after the break for the official press release.]
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THQ to Bring Award-Winning Saints Row(TM) to PLAYSTATION(R)3 System
AGOURA HILLS, Calif., Jan. 31 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ — THQ Inc. (Nasdaq: THQI) today announced its critically acclaimed, next-generation property Saints Row(TM) is scheduled to make its PLAYSTATION(R)3 computer entertainment system debut this spring, featuring stunning next-generation graphics, extensive customization options and unparalleled player choice. Developed by renowned internal studio Volition, Inc., Saints Row brings the hugely popular open-world genre to Sony’s new console for the first time and will mark the first open world online experience available through the PLAYSTATION(R) Network.
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“Saints Row has established itself as one of the most successful original properties in next generation gaming, and we’re excited to bring the groundbreaking experience to PLAYSTATION 3 system fans worldwide,” said Kelly Flock, executive vice president of worldwide publishing, THQ. “Bringing the open-world genre to the PLAYSTATION 3 system for the first time will help grow the Saints Row fan base and expand the open-world online community.”
About Saints Row
In Saints Row, players begin the game as a member of the 3rd Street Saints, battling rival gangs and corrupt officials while attempting to conquer the city of Stilwater. Gamers personalize their experience through an unparalleled level of character customization and the freedom to progress through multiple storylines in any order they choose. Unique activities such as Insurance Fraud and Snatch help a player earn respect, which in turn open up missions that stretch through a vast, fully dynamic game world. Saints Row will also bring open world gaming to the PLAYSTATION 3 system for the first time, allowing gamers to battle rival gangsters in a variety of single and multi-player modes. The game will support players online via the PLAYSTATION(R) Network.
More information about Saints Row can be found at http://www.saintsrow.com.
About THQ
THQ Inc. (Nasdaq: THQI) is a leading worldwide developer and publisher of interactive entertainment software. The company develops its products for all popular game systems, personal computers and wireless devices. Headquartered in Los Angeles County, California, THQ sells product through its global network of offices located throughout North America, Europe and Asia Pacific. More information about THQ and its products may be found at www.thq.com and www.thqwireless.com. THQ, THQ Wireless, Volition, Inc., Red Faction, Summoner, Saints Row and their respective logos are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of THQ Inc.
About Volition, Inc.
Located in Champaign, Illinois, Volition, Inc. is one of THQ’s premier internal game development studios responsible for high-end creations on next generation systems and Windows PC. Its credits include best-selling console and PC franchises, including Saints Row, The Punisher, Red Faction(R), Summoner(R) and Freespace as well as the award-winning Descent as a part of Parallax Software.
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January 31st, 2007 at 4:25 pm
Well since the whispers say that Saints Row will have online play that will be THQ’s market. I still don’t even know where GTA4 is taking place. I hope it’s in Cuba!
- You start off as a tobacco dealer, for the underground Cuban Cartel.
- You drive around in classic beat up cars.
- Your mission is to assainate Fidel Castro
- Once you do, you swim all the way to the Keys.
- Your character’s voice is Benicio DelToro.
January 31st, 2007 at 6:32 pm
I prefer Simpsons Hit and Run myself. It is a cleaner and more funner version of the two:)
January 31st, 2007 at 6:59 pm
No no no…obviously the character will be voiced by none other than Abe Vigoda.
February 3rd, 2007 at 1:37 pm
[...] And thus were the rumors proven true. First BB over at 1P Start posted a scan of the game from the latest issue of PSM, and now the press release comes as THQ officially announces their gangbangin’ GTA homage Saints Row for the PlayStation 3. Sadly there is no release date in the press release, but I feel confident enough to guess it will be sometime before the year 3000. [...]
February 3rd, 2007 at 1:38 pm
[...] And thus were the rumors proven true. First BB over at 1P Start posted a scan of the game from the latest issue of PSM, and now the press release comes as THQ officially announces their gangbangin’ GTA homage Saints Row for the PlayStation 3. Sadly there is no release date in the press release, but I feel confident enough to guess it will be sometime before the year 3000. [...]
May 10th, 2007 at 6:32 pm
[...] I guess in the long run, THQ has the Saint’s Row sequel in it’s best interest. According to previous reports, the PS3 port of Saint’s Row was supposed to be released in October. I’m sure all of you know Saint’s Row on the PS3 would have been a huge disaster since it would have to go head-to-head with the mack daddy of all open-world games, GTA 4. I believe this is a great move by THQ. They should give GTA 4 it’s space and focus all of their resources on the sequel to Saint’s Row and release it Q1 2008. Hopefully by that time, we’ll all be done with GTA 4 and be looking for another criminal inspired fix. [...]
September 30th, 2008 at 1:13 pm
[...] thus were the rumors proven true. First BB over at 1P Start posted a scan of the game from the latest issue of PSM, and now the press release comes as THQ officially announces their [...]