{"id":7493,"date":"2010-08-13T10:37:28","date_gmt":"2010-08-13T00:37:28","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/power-up.space\/?p=7493"},"modified":"2010-08-13T10:37:28","modified_gmt":"2010-08-13T00:37:28","slug":"2k-games-and-irrational-games-announce-bioshock%c2%ae-infinite","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.impulsegamer.com\/wordpress\/?p=7493","title":{"rendered":"2K Games and Irrational Games Announce BioShock\u00ae Infinite"},"content":{"rendered":"

Creators of original BioShock\u00ae<\/strong> look to the sky <\/em>in the next chapter of the award-winning franchise\u00a0\u00a0<\/em>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

<\/p>\n

Sydney, Australia – August 13, 2010<\/span><\/strong> <\/span>\u2013 <\/strong>2K Games announced today that BioShock\u00ae<\/em><\/strong> Infinite<\/em><\/strong>, a first-person shooter, is currently in development at Irrational Games, the studio behind the original BioShock\u00ae <\/em><\/strong>which has sold over 4 million units worldwide. Set in 1912, BioShock<\/em><\/strong> Infinite <\/em><\/strong>introduces an entirely new narrative experience that lifts players out of the familiar confines of Rapture and rockets them to Columbia, an immense city in the sky. BioShock<\/em> Infinite<\/em><\/strong> is currently planned for release during calendar 2012.<\/p>\n

Originally conceived as a floating symbol of American ideals at a time when the United States was emerging as a world power, Columbia is dispatched to distant shores with great fanfare by a captivated public.\u00a0 What begins as a brand new endeavor of hope turns drastically wrong as the city soon disappears into the clouds to whereabouts unknown.<\/p>\n

The player assumes the role of former Pinkerton agent Booker DeWitt, sent to the lost city to rescue Elizabeth, a young woman imprisoned there since childhood. He develops a relationship with Elizabeth, augmenting his abilities with hers so the pair may escape from a city that is literally falling from the sky. DeWitt must learn to fight foes in high-speed Sky-Line battles, engage in combat both indoors and amongst the clouds, and harness the power of dozens of new weapons and abilities.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe are excited to expand the world of BioShock<\/em><\/strong>, which is one of the industry\u2019s most critically acclaimed and beloved franchises,\u201d said Christoph Hartmann, president of 2K. \u201cWe believe that Irrational Games will lend their meticulous attention to detail and unique storytelling expertise to make BioShock Infinite <\/em><\/strong>an incredible entertainment experience that will immerse new and diehard fans of BioShock<\/em><\/strong> alike.\u201d<\/p>\n

With the original BioShock<\/em><\/strong>, Irrational Games won \u201cGame of the Year\u201d awards from Game Informer, IGN, G4\u2019s X-Play, and BAFTA and redefined what players expect from a first-person shooter. \u201cBut when it came to begin work on BioShock Infinite<\/em><\/strong>,” said Ken Levine, creative director of Irrational Games, “we only had one rule: No sacred cows. This game is both true to what people love about the series and unafraid to question every assumption.”<\/p>\n

Levine continued, “In order to explore the floating city of Columbia, we needed an entirely new engine. To bring Elizabeth to life, we had to build brand-new animation and AI systems. To create wide-ranging indoor and outdoor firefights at 30,000 feet, we had to rethink, rebuild and expand the BioShock<\/em><\/strong> arsenal. The only thing gamers can be certain of is this: the rules of the BioShock<\/em><\/strong> universe are about to change.”<\/p>\n

BioShock<\/em><\/strong> Infinite <\/em><\/strong>is in development for the Xbox 360\u00ae video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, PlayStation\u00ae3 computer entertainment system and Games for Windows\u00ae, and is not yet rated by the Australian Classification Board.<\/p>\n

For more information on BioShock<\/em> Infinite <\/em><\/strong>please visit www.bioshockinfinite.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Irrational Games is a 2K Games studio. 2K Games is a division of 2K, a publishing label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO).<\/p>\n

About Irrational Games <\/strong><\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

Located near Boston, Massachusetts, Irrational Games is widely recognized as one of the industry’s leading game developers.\u00a0 Irrational has earned a reputation for creating story-driven, genre-defining games with award-winning hits like System Shock 2<\/em><\/strong>, Freedom Force<\/em><\/strong>, and the original BioShock<\/em><\/strong>. For more information, visit www.IrrationalGames.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

About Take-Two Interactive Software <\/strong><\/p>\n

Headquartered in New York City, Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. is a global developer, marketer and publisher of interactive entertainment software games for the PC, PlayStation\u00ae3 and PlayStation\u00ae2 computer entertainment systems, PSP\u00ae (PlayStation\u00aePortable) system, Xbox 360\u00ae video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, WiiTM<\/sup>, Nintendo DSTM<\/sup>, iPhoneTM<\/sup>, iPod\u00ae touch and iPad. The Company publishes and develops products through its wholly owned labels Rockstar Games and 2K, which publishes its titles under 2K Games, 2K Sports and 2K Play. The Company’s common stock is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the symbol TTWO. For more corporate and product information please visit our website at www.take2games.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

“PlayStation” is a registered trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.<\/p>\n

Windows, the Windows Start button, Xbox, Xbox 360, Xbox LIVE, and the Xbox logos are trademarks of the Microsoft group of companies, and \u201cGames for Windows\u201d and the Windows Start button logo are used under license from Microsoft.<\/p>\n

All trademarks and copyrights contained herein are the property of their respective holders.<\/p>\n

Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements <\/strong><\/p>\n

The statements contained herein which are not historical facts are considered forward-looking statements under federal securities laws and may be identified by words such as “anticipates,” “believes,” “estimates,” “expects,” “intends,” “plans,” “potential,” “predicts,” “projects,” “seeks,” “will,” or words of similar meaning and include, but are not limited to, statements regarding the outlook for the Company’s future business and financial performance. Such forward-looking statements are based on the current beliefs of our management as well as assumptions made by and information currently available to them, which are subject to inherent uncertainties, risks and changes in circumstances that are difficult to predict. Actual outcomes and results may vary materially from these forward-looking statements based on a variety of risks and uncertainties including: our dependence on key management and product development personnel, our dependence on our Grand Theft Auto products and our ability to develop other hit titles for current generation platforms, the timely release and significant market acceptance of our games, the ability to maintain acceptable pricing levels on our games, our ability to raise capital if needed and risks associated with international operations. Other important factors and information are contained in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended October 31, 2009, in the section entitled “Risk Factors,” as updated in the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the fiscal quarter ended April 30, 2010, and the Company’s other periodic filings with the SEC, which can be accessed at www.take2games.com<\/a>. All forward-looking statements are qualified by these cautionary statements and apply only as of the date they are made. The Company undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

2K Games and Irrational Games Announce BioShock\u00ae Infinite<\/em><\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Creators of original BioShock\u00ae<\/strong> look to the sky <\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

in the next chapter of the award-winning franchise\u00a0 <\/span><\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Sydney, Australia – August 13, 2010<\/span><\/span><\/strong> <\/span><\/span>\u2013 <\/span><\/strong>2K Games announced today that BioShock\u00ae<\/em><\/strong><\/span> Infinite<\/span><\/em><\/strong>, a first-person shooter, is currently in development at Irrational Games, the studio behind the original BioShock\u00ae <\/em><\/strong>which has sold over 4 million units worldwide. Set in 1912, BioShock<\/em><\/strong><\/span> Infinite <\/span><\/em><\/strong>introduces an entirely new narrative experience that lifts players out of the familiar confines of Rapture and rockets them to Columbia, an immense city in the sky. BioShock<\/em> Infinite<\/em><\/strong> is currently planned for release during calendar 2012.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Originally conceived as a floating symbol of American ideals at a time when the United States was emerging as a world power, Columbia is dispatched to distant shores with great fanfare by a captivated public.\u00a0 <\/span>What begins as a brand new endeavor of hope turns drastically wrong as the city soon disappears into the clouds to whereabouts unknown.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The player assumes the role of former Pinkerton agent Booker DeWitt, sent to the lost city to rescue Elizabeth, a young woman imprisoned there since childhood. He develops a relationship with Elizabeth, augmenting his abilities with hers so the pair may escape from a city that is literally falling from the sky. DeWitt must learn to fight foes in high-speed Sky-Line battles, engage in combat both indoors and amongst the clouds, and harness the power of dozens of new weapons and abilities.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cWe are excited to expand the world of BioShock<\/em><\/strong>, which is one of the industry\u2019s most critically acclaimed and beloved franchises,\u201d said Christoph Hartmann, president of 2K. \u201cWe believe that Irrational Games will lend their meticulous attention to detail and unique storytelling expertise to make BioShock Infinite <\/em><\/strong>an incredible entertainment experience that will immerse new and diehard fans of BioShock<\/em><\/strong> alike.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

With the original BioShock<\/em><\/strong>, Irrational Games won \u201cGame of the Year\u201d awards from <\/span>Game Informer, IGN, G4\u2019s X-Play, and BAFTA<\/span> and redefined what players expect from a first-person shooter. \u201cBut when it came to begin work on BioShock Infinite<\/em><\/strong>,” said Ken Levine, creative director of Irrational Games, “we only had one rule: No sacred cows. This game is both true to what people love about the series and unafraid to question every assumption.”

<\/span><\/p>\n

Levine continued, “In order to explore the floating city of Columbia, we needed an entirely new engine. To bring Elizabeth to life, we had to build brand-new animation and AI systems. To create wide-ranging indoor and outdoor firefights at 30,000 feet, we had to rethink, rebuild and expand the BioShock<\/em><\/strong> arsenal. The only thing gamers can be certain of is this: the rules of the BioShock<\/em><\/strong> universe are about to change.”<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

BioShock<\/span><\/em><\/strong> Infinite <\/span><\/em><\/strong>is in development for the <\/span>Xbox 360\u00ae video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, PlayStation\u00ae3 computer entertainment system and Games for Windows\u00ae,<\/span> and is not yet rated by the Australian Classification Board. <\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

For more information on BioShock<\/em> Infinite <\/em><\/strong>please visit <\/span><\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/a>www.bioshockinfinite.com<\/span><\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a>\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Irrational Games is a 2K Games studio. 2K Games is a division of 2K, a publishing label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO).<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

About Irrational Games <\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Located near Boston, Massachusetts, Irrational Games is widely recognized as one of the industry’s leading game developers.\u00a0 <\/span>Irrational has earned a reputation for creating story-driven, genre-defining games with award-winning hits like System Shock 2<\/em><\/strong>, Freedom Force<\/em><\/strong>, and the original BioShock<\/em><\/strong>. For more information, visit <\/span>www.IrrationalGames.com<\/span><\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

About Take-Two Interactive Software <\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Headquartered in New York City, Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. is a global developer, marketer and publisher of interactive entertainment software games for the PC, PlayStation\u00ae3 and PlayStation\u00ae2 computer entertainment systems, PSP\u00ae (PlayStation\u00aePortable) system, Xbox 360\u00ae video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, WiiTM<\/sup>, Nintendo DSTM<\/sup>, iPhoneTM<\/sup>, iPod\u00ae touch and iPad. The Company publishes and develops products through its wholly owned labels Rockstar Games and 2K, which publishes its titles under 2K Games, 2K Sports and 2K Play. The Company’s common stock is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the symbol TTWO. For more corporate and product information please visit our website at <\/span>www.take2games.com<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span>. <\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

“PlayStation” is a registered trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Windows, the Windows Start button, Xbox, Xbox 360, Xbox LIVE, and the Xbox logos are trademarks of the Microsoft group of companies, and \u201cGames for Windows\u201d and the Windows Start button logo are used under license from Microsoft.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

All trademarks and copyrights contained herein are the property of their respective holders. <\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements <\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The statements contained herein which are not historical facts are considered forward-looking statements under federal securities laws and may be identified by words such as “anticipates,” “believes,” “estimates,” “expects,” “intends,” “plans,” “potential,” “predicts,” “projects,” “seeks,” “will,” or words of similar meaning and include, but are not limited to, statements regarding the outlook for the Company’s future business and financial performance. Such forward-looking statements are based on the current beliefs of our management as well as assumptions made by and information currently available to them, which are subject to inherent uncertainties, risks and changes in circumstances that are difficult to predict. Actual outcomes and results may vary materially from these forward-looking statements based on a variety of risks and uncertainties including: our dependence on key management and product development personnel, our dependence on our Grand Theft Auto products and our ability to develop other hit titles for current generation platforms, the timely release and significant market acceptance of our games, the ability to maintain acceptable pricing levels on our games, our ability to raise capital if needed and risks associated with international operations. Other important factors and information are contained in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended October 31, 2009, in the section entitled “Risk Factors,” as updated in the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the fiscal quarter ended April 30, 2010, and the Company’s other periodic filings with the SEC, which can be accessed at <\/span>www.take2games.com<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span>. All forward-looking statements are qualified by these cautionary statements and apply only as of the date they are made. The Company undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. <\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Creators of original BioShock\u00ae look to the sky in the next chapter of the award-winning franchise\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Sydney, Australia – August 13, 2010 \u2013 2K Games announced today that BioShock\u00ae Infinite, a first-person shooter, is currently in development at Irrational Games, the studio behind the original BioShock\u00ae which has sold over 4 million units worldwide. Set<\/p>\n

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