Rocksteady boss Sefton Hill has revealed in a recent interview with
PSM3 that the follow-up to the critically acclaimed
Arkham Asylum (which is set to be released sometime next year) will be both open world AND linear.
When asked to define the game's genre, he said:
"We don't want to define Arkham City as an open world or linear experience."
"While the backbone is still the strong main narrative, there'll also be many character-driven sub-plots to reward gamers who explore the streets," he added.
"These optional side aspects will flesh out the story and show how many of Gotham's greatest villains have adapted to life inside a new facility."
"So overall, there are elements of both a linear story and more open world adventure. I believe this combination will give the game a completely unique feel while remaining unmistakably authentic to Batman."
Comic Book Resources have got their hands on a batch of new images from the upcoming video game which is set to be released on Playstation 3 and PC this coming November. Included is the press release they issued along with the screenshots.
This week's DC Universe Online screenshot batch features key landmarks from Metropolis and Gotham City, more "Play As Iconic" action, and killer PvP combat!
Locations:
Ace O' Clubs Bar - The Ace of Clubs is a pub located in the New Troy district of Metropolis. The pub is owned and operated by Superman's number one fan, Bibbo Bibbowski.
Steelworks - The Steelworks is the home and laboratory for one John Henry Irons, a.k.a. "Steel."
Amusement Mile - Located in Gotham City, Amusement Mile is the location for the Joker's Fun House.
Play As Iconic:
The Dark Knight, plus one, takes on Bane in the Burnley Freight Yards. Bane has the distinction of being the one man who broke Batman's back in the "Knightfall" storyline (May - October 1993).
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