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SEGA Announces Thor: The Video Game for 2011 Release

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SEGA Europe Ltd. and SEGA of America, Inc. announced the development of Thor: The Video Game, a third-person adventure set for release on major video game platforms in 2011. The game serves as the first solo video game adaptation of the Marvel Comics franchise, allowing players to experience the epic story of Thor as a true Marvel Super Hero. With the guidance of Eisner Award-winning writer and lead Thor comic book author Matt Fraction as story consultant, the game promises an original and thrilling adventure that spans realms of Norse mythology.

Key Takeaways:

  • Thor: The Video Game will be released on all five major video game platforms in 2011, including the Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, PSP, Wii, and Nintendo DS.
  • The game features an original third-person adventure storyline with cinematic gameplay and melee combos on the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 versions.
  • The Wii version utilizes the Wii Remote and Nunchuk controllers for a different gaming experience, featuring a uniquely styled comic book look shared with the PSP system version.
  • Nintendo DS players will experience a 2D side-scrolling adventure with unique narrative and gameplay tailored to the platform.
  • Thor: The Video Game marks the character's progression from mythology to comics to TV and film, and now to interactive entertainment in his first standalone appearance in a game.
  • The game includes a variety of monstrous foes from Norse mythology, including Ulik, Ymir, and Surtur, as well as other enemies that players can battle with Thor's iconic hammer, Mjolnir.
  • Players can acquire new abilities, powers, and weapon upgrades as they earn Valor points through their exploits.
  • Each version of the game will be uniquely suited for its platform, offering different gameplay experiences tailored to the strengths of each console.

Statistics:

  • 5 major video game platforms will feature Thor: The Video Game in 2011: Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, PSP, Wii, and Nintendo DS.
  • The game will offer an original third-person adventure storyline with cinematic gameplay on the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 versions.
  • Wii Remote and Nunchuk controllers will be utilized for a different gaming experience on the Wii version.
  • Nintendo DS players will experience a 2D side-scrolling adventure with unique narrative and gameplay tailored to the platform.
  • The game will mark Thor's first standalone appearance in a game across various platforms.
  • Players will face multiple foes, including Ulik, Ymir, and Surtur, as well as other enemies in the game.

Sources:

  • China Weekly News
  • VerticalNews.com
  • Marvel Entertainment, LLC
  • SEGA Europe Ltd.
  • SEGA of America, Inc.

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