Microsoft bringing 'large franchise' to Project Natal

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#1 lcw0810883
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Sorry if old.

From CVG

Microsoft is developing a new iteration of a 'large franchise' to work with Project Natal - and the mystery title reads like a hardcore game.The info comes from a new Microsoft job ad spotted by CVG for a Level Designer. The candidate will work on a 'Project Natal Job' at the firm's Redmond Campus in Washington, US.

The job ad reads:


'MGS is looking for a talented, motivated and experienced Sr. Level Designer who can create innovative game-play solutions for a large franchise.

'The Sr. Level Designer is expected to implement major gameplay features to high quality, focusing on creating and implementing level designs. Qualified individuals are expected to be organized, with excellent communication skills, both verbally and written, and have a proven track record in AAA game design.

'Must have a clear understanding and experience creating mission/environment design, look and feel, AI, combat, strategy, game-flow, and balance. We want somebody who can put forth ideas without fear, and build off other people's zany creations.

'Candidates who find fault with other people's brainstorms to prove how smart they are need not apply. Candidates must have passion for a broad range of game experiences, and be well versed in market trends and ****. While years of experience are a definite plus, positive creative energy and a wealth of genius ideas is a must. This is a rare opportunity to join a seasoned, creatively driven team on an exciting next-generation project.'

What do you reckon it could be? Zany creations??

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Imagine Gears of Natal. :P
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New Play Control! Halo: Combat Evolved :P

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viva pinata?
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After hearing Molineaux stating that a big surprise was coming to fable 3 and that not everyone was going to like it,my bet is Fable 3.
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halo/gears or a variation of both

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After hearing Molineaux stating that a big surprise was coming to fable 3 and that not everyone was going to like it,my bet is Fable 3.Arach666
He was referring to Fable 3 not being a RPG. The thing is no one cares because it was always an action adventure, really.
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Natal does look good, I might get a 360 just to try it

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[QUOTE="Arach666"]After hearing Molineaux stating that a big surprise was coming to fable 3 and that not everyone was going to like it,my bet is Fable 3.SparkyProtocol
He was referring to Fable 3 not being a RPG. The thing is no one cares because it was always an action adventure, really.

Oh,I see. Indeed,I always saw Fable more of an action adventure rather than an RPG.
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MECH WARRIOR natal!!! it could work you know imagine lawing at the controls as you move forward, get mashed with a few missles then you pull an eject lever under your seat and get shot into the air. guys think of older titles why would MS change something thats working? thats an un needed risk, look into older rare games, like kameo, banjo, killer instinct or conker. MS owns more than Halo And forza.
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#11 coolguy735
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I hope they don't mean fully Natal. If they just mean Natal will be incorparated as a side feature, I'm fine with that but what I do NOT want is a solid franchise going fully Natal.

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Mass Effect 3, Natal inventory mixed with the player actually acting out the conversation choices? yum...

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#13 salxis
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For some reason, the first thought from "large franchise" = they are making a Microsoft Sport for fat people
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Could be Fable about we heard the comment there is something a number of fans will not like.
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Forza 4 = no controller, no steering wheel, just use your hands and pretend your holding a wheel CONFIRMED!
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Could be Fable about we heard the comment there is something a number of fans will not like. HarlockJC
I would want to see this. RPG+Natal=Awesome?
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Finally they're going to hire some help to get the new - Conker Live: Natal Exploded- game done... :P

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Forza 4 = no controller, no steering wheel, just use your hands and pretend your holding a wheel CONFIRMED!jalexbrown

Will it recognize one hand? I want to lean back and look cool while playing Natal, I don't want to look like someones grandpa who can't see over the steering wheel.

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I say it is either Forza or Banjo Kazooie.

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After hearing Molineaux stating that a big surprise was coming to fable 3 and that not everyone was going to like it,my bet is Fable 3.Arach666

LOL... when you hold hands in game... you actually have to mimic holding someones hand and walk around the room..... LOL

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If Halo or Gears go fully Natal were going to have a problem.
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If Halo or Gears go fully Natal were going to have a problem.Ugalde-
I think I heard at least Halo will keep the regular controls. Natal takes approximately 15% of the system's resources to do real time mo-cap. I think that's too much for a GPU/CPU intensive game like Halo to utilize.
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[QUOTE="jalexbrown"]Forza 4 = no controller, no steering wheel, just use your hands and pretend your holding a wheel CONFIRMED!spinecaton

Will it recognize one hand? I want to lean back and look cool while playing Natal, I don't want to look like someones grandpa who can't see over the steering wheel.

One hand or two, the choices is yours. Rumors have it that you'll be able to scan your arms using Natal and see them in the cockpit-view, and that you'll be able to scan your fingerprints to leave realistic fingerprints on the wheel as well. Oh, the power of Natal is endless.
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[QUOTE="jalexbrown"][QUOTE="spinecaton"]

Forza 4 = no controller, no steering wheel, just use your hands and pretend your holding a wheel CONFIRMED!jalexbrown

Will it recognize one hand? I want to lean back and look cool while playing Natal, I don't want to look like someones grandpa who can't see over the steering wheel.

One hand or two, the choices is yours. Rumors have it that you'll be able to scan your arms using Natal and see them in the cockpit-view, and that you'll be able to scan your fingerprints to leave realistic fingerprints on the wheel as well. Oh, the power of Natal is endless.

Fingerprints? What a waste of tech. I can't distinguish my fingerprints from a spot of bacon grease.
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[QUOTE="spinecaton"]

[QUOTE="jalexbrown"]Forza 4 = no controller, no steering wheel, just use your hands and pretend your holding a wheel CONFIRMED!jalexbrown

Will it recognize one hand? I want to lean back and look cool while playing Natal, I don't want to look like someones grandpa who can't see over the steering wheel.

One hand or two, the choices is yours. Rumors have it that you'll be able to scan your arms using Natal and see them in the cockpit-view, and that you'll be able to scan your fingerprints to leave realistic fingerprints on the wheel as well. Oh, the power of Natal is endless.

Indeed and beyond that, if your a smoker and fire up a cig as your cruisin around, the interior of the car fills up with smoke until you roll down a window... using a Natal recognized circular arm motion of course. :P

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[QUOTE="Ugalde-"]If Halo or Gears go fully Natal were going to have a problem.donalbane
I think I heard at least Halo will keep the regular controls. Natal takes approximately 15% of the system's resources to do real time mo-cap. I think that's too much for a GPU/CPU intensive game like Halo to utilize.

Well I like Gears a lot more than Halo so that better not get ruined. I do like Halo a lot though just not as much as Gears.
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viva pinata?G-O-M-J
This seems doable actually....
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[QUOTE="G-O-M-J"]viva pinata?KingTuttle
This seems doable actually....

It would be a perfect fit. I'm just not sure if they consider that a 'major franchise'.
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Halo: Warthog Racing confirmed? :P
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a use base of over a million isn't too bad.
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[QUOTE="Arach666"]After hearing Molineaux stating that a big surprise was coming to fable 3 and that not everyone was going to like it,my bet is Fable 3.moistsandwich

LOL... when you hold hands in game... you actually have to mimic holding someones hand and walk around the room..... LOL

Now wouldn´t that be nice? Eh?:D

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Gears 3, thats my guess
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Halo: Warthog Racing confirmed? :PStevo_the_gamer

That would be incredible.

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[QUOTE="donalbane"][QUOTE="Ugalde-"]If Halo or Gears go fully Natal were going to have a problem.Ugalde-
I think I heard at least Halo will keep the regular controls. Natal takes approximately 15% of the system's resources to do real time mo-cap. I think that's too much for a GPU/CPU intensive game like Halo to utilize.

Well I like Gears a lot more than Halo so that better not get ruined. I do like Halo a lot though just not as much as Gears.

You have a final boss avy and no GEOW could go down the drain for all I care, halo must not be touched by natal.

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Big IPs don't matter. Big publishers showing interest in Natal doesn't matter. What matters is software that works. Even an idea board showing ideas for classic game mechanics on Natal would be sufficient. Microsoft clearly doesn't understand how this works. We need something above and beyond 3D Breakout and motion controlled paint.
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Microsoft ruining 'large franchise' to project natal

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Halo Wars+
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Big IPs don't matter. Big publishers showing interest in Natal doesn't matter. What matters is software that works. Even an idea board showing ideas for classic game mechanics on Natal would be sufficient. Microsoft clearly doesn't understand how this works. We need something above and beyond 3D Breakout and motion controlled paint.Brownesque
*sigh* What was that all about? Don't worry E3 is coming soon enough.
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Halo Kart Natal, here we come!:P

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[QUOTE="jalexbrown"][QUOTE="spinecaton"]

Will it recognize one hand? I want to lean back and look cool while playing Natal, I don't want to look like someones grandpa who can't see over the steering wheel.

SecretPolice

One hand or two, the choices is yours. Rumors have it that you'll be able to scan your arms using Natal and see them in the cockpit-view, and that you'll be able to scan your fingerprints to leave realistic fingerprints on the wheel as well. Oh, the power of Natal is endless.

Indeed and beyond that, if your a smoker and fire up a cig as your cruisin around, the interior of the car fills up with smoke until you roll down a window... using a Natal recognized circular arm motion of course. :P

Oh yeah, I totally forgot about that awesome feature. They're sure going out of their way to give you an epic Natal experience with Forza 4.
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wouldn't surprise me if it's Gears of War 3 they are talking about.
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#42 KingTuttle
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wouldn't surprise me if it's Gears of War 3 they are talking about.Sollet
MS has their analysts...and they talk to their analysts...and they will say "Don't ruin your core audience". Gears 3 will not be a Natal game. What MS is after is Nintendo's famed "casual" market. I honestly think this is an investment from MS to show they are commited to that market BUT won't be successful until next gen. It's another Xbox (vs PS2) to 360 move. MS may not have the background in development genius here people but they sure as hell know how to run a business and interupt an established market....and gain ground.
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Forza 4 = no controller, no steering wheel, just use your hands and pretend your holding a wheel CONFIRMED!jalexbrown
Hold your hands out like your racing a car for 2 minutes straight. Now imagine playing a racing game like that with 8-16 minute long average races. Yeah...No. NATAL devs better take that into serious consideration.