A second SOCOM to come from original developers

by Andrew Yoon { May 19th 2007 at 5:00PM }

Reaction to the newly unveiled SOCOM Confrontation was mixed at best. The multiplayer-only title is being developed by Slant Six Games (also responsible for the new PSP title SOCOM: Tactical Strike). While the prospects of playing on a 32-player online battlefield is exciting enough, many commented on the barren, uninspired look of the game.

Worry not -- there's yet another SOCOM game in the works from the series' original creators. Zipper is starting work on its own SOCOM title, but as 1UP points out, it's going to be a long way off -- most likely late next year. Unlike Confrontation, which will launch this November, Zipper's own title will feature a single-player campaign in addition to the requisite multiplayer modes. While we hope Confrontation turns out to be a worthy addition to the SOCOM franchise, we're somewhat relieved to know that a true sequel is still in the works.

[Via Joystiq]

Tags: 1up, slant six, slant six games, SlantSix, SlantSixGames, socom, socom confrontation, SocomConfrontation, zipper

Reader Comments (Page 1 of 1)

massive_98 @ May 19th 2007 5:21PM

(I've never played a Socom game before so this should be good)
Why are people so worried about exclusives?
Lair
MGS:4
Resistance
Eight Days
NBA 07/08/09/10
MLB 07/08/09/10
Motorstorm
Afrika
The Getaway
Killzone 2
Uncharted
Warhawk
Ratchet and Clank
Hot Shots Golf
Gran Turismo
Genji
Full Auto 2
Heavenly Sword

Its gonna be a good couple of years. (Am I forgeting any?)

Taylor B @ May 19th 2007 5:24PM

Confrontation as I understand, will be a downloadable title. I'm sure framerates, animations, and graphics will be tightened up a bit, but it's not likely going to be a powerhouse title. It's multiplayer only, and it's likely that it's going to be going the route of fair visuals, but high framerates.

Mike @ May 19th 2007 5:26PM

What was Zipper doing all this time? I have been a socom player since the first socom game came out. I dont want Slant six making this game. Socom is the ONLY reason I bought a ps3 was to play socom. Not a add on PSN title. Im done with sony, I should have got the 360 like everyone else I know.

massive_98 @ May 19th 2007 5:26PM

Forgot some sorry:
God of War III
LittleBigPlanet
SingStar: Next Gen
Untold Legends: Dark Kingdom(wasn't very good but anyways)
Wipeout 6
SOCOM
Ridge Racer 7

massive_98 @ May 19th 2007 5:30PM

I just felt like making a list. Socom sounds like a pretty fun game. Getting tired of online only games. I mean I love online(especially when its free) but I like playing single player too.

It lets me try out a game so I don't make a fool of myself during online.

Mike @ May 19th 2007 5:32PM

Yeah, those are all good exclusives. But, the fact is that out of all three next gen consoles we have the least coming. I think this confontation socom should just be canceled because it will not be worthy enough to be in the socom family. This game was made just to buy zipper more time..

Naaiif @ May 19th 2007 5:37PM

massive_98 what are you doing you forgot the 2 BIGGEST exclusives, FF13 and FF VS 13!

Anyway whilst not graphically spectacular i've heard socom games are good, so i might pick this up when the time comes.

Moe @ May 19th 2007 5:41PM

So basically it's SOCOM: Counter Strike edition.

massive_98 @ May 19th 2007 6:04PM

I don't play Final Fantasy. Too me its just like Pokemon with people

But Pokemon is better.

stockstar1138 @ May 19th 2007 6:05PM

ok no offense, but you forgot a lot of exclusives. i might double post some of them on accident.

ninja gaiden sigma
jak and daxter: the lost frontier
white knight story
crytek project
singstar
brave arms
chain limit
second season 01
rumored: resistance 2 (you know it will happend), motormstorm 2.
Monster Hunter 3 (huge japanese title)
The Getaway (will be better than GTA4 MARK MY WORDS!)

massive_98 @ May 19th 2007 6:07PM

Is Socom more a team effort sort of game? Or is it like Resistance where people blow you up even if your on the same fucking team.

massive_98 @ May 19th 2007 6:09PM

"The Getaway (will be better than GTA4 MARK MY WORDS!)"

I'll stick with GTA:IV...for now.

Is The Getaway a sandbox game?
(sorry for all the questions folks. not used to Sony franchises)

stockstar1138 @ May 19th 2007 6:12PM

yes its sandbox, but isn't hindered by the DVD9, look at the previews of both games, The Getaway looks 10x better in my opinion.

massive_98 @ May 19th 2007 7:13PM

Sandbox games are more suited to the PS3 as shooters are suited to the 360. Why don't devs notice this?

I am still mad that EA choose to make MERCS:2 multiplatform.

That game could have been absolutly awesome.

Naaiif @ May 19th 2007 8:49PM

Yeh getaway will be better graphically, probably miles better, doesn't mean it's going to be a better game though does it.

stirlo @ May 19th 2007 9:49PM

ooh yah, Gangs Of London on PSP had everything going for it, but is unplayable (controls, gameplay)

nr @ May 20th 2007 4:51AM

I added it all together, so it this the complete PS3 exclusive list?

Lair
Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns Of The Patriots
Resistance
Eight Days
NBA 07/08/09/10
MLB 07/08/09/10
Motorstorm
Afrika
The Getaway
Ninja Gaiden Sigma
Jak and Daxter: The Lost Frontier
White Knight Story
Singstar
Brave Arms
Chain Limit
Second Season 01
Resistance 2: Rise Of Man
Motorstorm 2
Monster Hunter 3
The Getaway
God of War III
LittleBigPlanet
SingStar: Next Gen
Untold Legends: Dark Kingdom
Wipeout 6
SOCOM
Ridge Racer 7
Killzone 2
Uncharted: Drake's Fortune
Warhawk
Ratchet and Clank
Hot Shots Golf
Gran Turismo 5
Genji
Full Auto 2
Heavenly Sword
Crytek Project?
Final Fantasy 13
FF VS 13

nr @ May 20th 2007 4:55AM

There are another two games:

Folklore
Eye Of Judgment

seedaripper1973 @ May 20th 2007 5:58AM

hey you all obviously missed out the quirky (exclusive) japanese title: ultra headed octopus fighter mega mix super puzzle monster!!!gogogo!!!...er...san
;)

massive_98 @ May 20th 2007 1:06PM

43 exclusives coming out in the next 2 or so years.

Thats awesome. Alot of those are quality games. Hopefully thats enough to convince people to buy a PS3.

Also all those shity downloadable titles "could" be added but nope. Except for calling all cars so that makes 44.

YAY!

HAHA @ May 20th 2007 1:47PM

LOL, zipper is so bad. Real socom? give me a break. this socom owns any zipper game

Urbanstorm @ May 21st 2007 2:13PM

9. I don't play Final Fantasy. Too me its just like Pokemon with people

But Pokemon is better.

Posted at 6:04PM on May 19th 2007 by massive_98
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Ummm last time I checked Final fantasy has been around longer then pokemon.So that would make pokemon like final fantasy with monsters for 6 year olds.

Fanboy rant done.......*walks away,,,,slams door*