UT3 not delayed ?

On the official ut forum mark rein answers to the newest rumours.
mark rein: "As a public company, Midway felt an obligation to its shareholders to let them know about the possibility of a delay. But our goal is still to get the PS3 version of UT3 in stores before the end of 2007. However, we will only ship it once it's ready and is the best game we can deliver. The PC version is still on track for a November release."

[Shankle]

Well it's very lovely that they want to make the game perfect before they release it but if they leave it till 2008 no one will buy it. It will be completely buried by the big hitters.

[jwatt]

I think if it does make it's November release there will be plenty of shooters out that month. UT3, Haze, and COD4 plus mix it up with Drake's Fortune and Assasin's Creed it's going to be a good month.

[unlimited]

I agreed in 2008 Sony got just to many great big hitter game to come out that year..They have to release it this Christmas even though I don't want them rush it out because all they trying to do is make the game perfect for us. I am glad that we are getting all the same maps as the PC version. Even if its delayed the PS3 version will be the best one to purchase..

[Douche]

The PS3 was missing out on some great maps but with this extra time, they will be available. I don't get it though. What exactly was the reason for the delay? Mark Rein stated the benefit of the delay (all the maps), but was that the only reason for it? I'm concerned as to why development went off track. Hopefully Rein stays true to his word along with the entire development team when they promised their best efforts for an '07 release. December is actually better since November would actually cloud UT3 with randomly every game waited for releasing then. At least people would be more able and eager to play UT3 by then with it being one of the few killer titles appearing at that time. That is if those others anticipated games aren't delayed any further. Fingers crossed.

[aaquib5]

I really hope they manage to get it out this year. There isn't really a lot on PS3 for FPS games this year, and next year will be jam packed with games like MGS4, KZ2, GTA4, this game will probably get lost.

[the worst]

ps3 rules

[fenderputty]

these guys want to miss the Christmas deadline. PS3 price drop, xmas sales, and no competition from Halo on the PS3 means the best sales this game is going to get in a short time. I sure hope they can pull it off.

[aaquib5]

If this was EA games or Rockstar, but Epic isn't like that. They'll release a quality product when they feel it is quality. They're not going to rely on expansions or updates to make the game better. If you look at their past games, they haven't really had bugs or issues. Even though Im pissed at the possibility of the delay, I respect Epic for their integrity.

[unlimited]

They can't miss the holidays I bet you it will come out around Dec before Christmas hits they will sell a lot that time..Personaly ill be busy playing Ratchet and Clank, Uncharted, Haze, and Folklore. I just want more games to play during break..Unreal will be one of the great games..

[Numark]

umm, who said epic doesnt release bug filled games? Have you played any of their recent games? They are known for being bug filled and not being fixed on top of that....

[Canidae]

Come on Epic, you can do it. Personally I'm cool if they delay it a month as long as it drops this year.

[Apocwhen]

Agreed,
I'd be fine with a December release. As November has COD4 and Haze I think?

[the worst]

its going 2 be the same old cod1,2,3
haze is going 2 be real good

[SubZero]

Played the beta for this on 360 it is musch better than the previous games. I am looking forward to UT 3 and haze but COD4 is a must buy

[UnasFortuna]

Couldn't agree with you more. The Beta Testing for COD4 was much better than the previous installments. Was lucky enough to get two tokens to play the Beta for most of its availability with my kid and friends. I am eager to get my hands on that game as well; but, I must admit I am more stoked for Unreal Tourn

[achira]

i am sure they will bring it this year. it make no sense. the game is already ready. and they will make the most money this year. but it could be that ms payed much money, then it would make sense.

[aaquib5]

Microsoft has nothing to do with this. In fact, Sony has a multi stage deal with Epic Games. Here's what we know so far:

1. To improve the Unreal Engine
2. Unreal Tournament 3 a timed console exclusive
3. Another exclusive PS3 game.

[UnasFortuna]

Highly unlikely that MS has anything to do with this. I am glad that Epic is taking the time to make sure the game is the best it can be on the PS3. The less flaws it has, the less xbots can rag it (not that that will stop them). If it is delayed until 2008..I would imagine it would be very early 2008 due to the other huge titles coming 2008.

[XxZxX]

dont get your hope too high. Till then, Haze and COD will keep us entertain.

[skynidas]

It wouldnt be smart to release it in early 2008 because there are too many great games coming out...Dark Sector, KZ2, MGS4, GTA4, Burnout Paradise, Devil May Cry, Silent Hill, Condemned, LittleBigPlanet, Fallout 3...

[ShiftyLookingCow]

hope they make it by 2007 since its good for UT3

[SnakeCL]

It sounds to me like they're trying to soften the backlash by giving that faint glimmer of hope that it'll hit this year, even though they probably know its going to be next-to-impossible for that to happen.

[Maldread]

But i`m glad Epic don`t want to release an unfinished game at the same time too.

It would have helped the PS3 more if it was out this year i think, but we`ll just have to see i guess

[supaet]

nice try fan boys,

the last sentence means that the ps3 version is delayed.

look, the deadline of the pc version is the end of november, think they'll be on their butt trying to finish that.

the ps3 version isn't coming out at the time of the pc version and the deadline is sometimes next year. so how is it not delayed?

[aaquib5]

Epic has never stated an official release date for either version. I don't remember them ever saying "UT3 - In stores November." They simply stated that November was a target, but several times mentioned that they'd rather have a quality product and wouldn't focus on the release date. Like GTA4, that was delayed. Rockstar specifically stated a release date of Oct.16, but delayed it to next year. Either way, PS3 gets the better version a LONG time before the 360 version.

[supaet]

go read ut3 site

both ps3 version and pc version are scheduled for november.

now that the ps3 version is DELAYED.

get what that means?

mark rein is prioritizing the pc version, they will get that version out in november, means that they'll stop working on the ps3 version till the pc version is done.

[PimpHandHappy]

N4G war

jeees

i can care less and i think COD4 is going to be better anyway. I will say thou it would be nice to have the choice between the three FPS's that come out that month

[Xemnas]

Make up your mind lol

[Loudninja]

Just do it

[BIadestarX]

Sadly Sony fanboys can't read, "Midway felt an obligation to its shareholders to let them know about the possibility of a delay.".... what do you think this means? behold.. the creation of damage control... you don't signal a delay unless you are pretty sure you are getting one... it creates unnecessary preasure.

[aaquib5]

Ill repeat what I said in my other post:

"Relax, it hasn't been delayed
Epic has never stated an official release date for either version. I don't remember them ever saying "UT3 - In stores November." They simply stated that November was a target, but several times mentioned that they'd rather have a quality product and wouldn't focus on the release date. Like GTA4, that was delayed. Rockstar specifically stated a release date of Oct.16, but delayed it to next year. Either way, PS3 gets the better version a LONG time before the 360 version."

[vickers500]

Sadly, you're a douche.

[DeadIIIRed]

I wont take you seriously until you can spell pressure p-r-e-s-s-u-r-e. Even then it is still, at this moment, NOT delayed. Try to smear it all you want bladestar, you'll just sound ignorant.

[EZCheez]

The other story had me worried that all I would have to play on the 19th would be Haze!

There are SO MANY good games coming out in such a short amount of time. This site will probably be a ghost town when COD4, Assassin's Creed, The Orange Box, Haze, UT3, and Army of Two all come out in the first three weeks of November for the PS3.

Sweet lord, Uncharted, Rock Band, Kane and Lynch and Time Crisis 4 come out the day after!

Maybe this game being delayed a little wouldn't be so bad. I'm gonna be broke enough as it is.

[ZeVeX]

Mark Rein just said on the official UT forum, the PS3 version could come in december.

[ZeVeX]

"In addition there is some good news as well. A little extra time in development means that now the PS3 version will have all of the same maps as the PC version which wasn’t previously expected to be the case."

[Wozzer]

I wonder how long it will take this comments section to fill up with the S**t that dribbles out of the Xbot Fanboys mouths, tick, tock......

[achira]

newsflash, mark said on the forums:

Yes, there is a chance it will come out in December.

In addition there is some good news as well. A little extra time in development means that now the PS3 version will have all of the same maps as the PC version which wasn’t previously expected to be the case.

edit: this destroys all xbot bla bla ala "ps3 is not powerfull enough for the big maps".

[BISHOP-BRASIL]

My shooter for november is Haze. I think MGS4 come this year (if I remember right, it was announced in TGS, don't?) so we maybe have a window for it on January. Still "sooner is better than later".

@aaquib5

"If this was EA games or Rockstar, but Epic isn't like that. They'll release a quality product when they feel it is quality. They're not going to rely on expansions or updates to make the game better. If you look at their past games, they haven't really had bugs or issues. Even though Im pissed at the possibility of the delay, I respect Epic for their integrity."

You just don't have played Gears Of War...

[sandip787]

pleassseee come out this year...
it will boost ps3 sales, and therefore be better for us all....
on the other hand, there are sooooo many games coming out. its like a barrage of AAA. does anyone else think this is one of the best games line up ever?

[Wozzer]

Theres another new article just up and it sounds like possibility of good news!! - check the PS3 frontpage:

Speaking on the UT forums, Epic' Mark Rein said:

"Yes, there is a chance it will come out in December.

In addition there is some good news as well. A little extra time in development means that now the PS3 version will have all of the same maps as the PC version which wasn’t previously expected to be the case."

[power of Green]

http://www.1up.com/do/newsS...

[DeadIIIRed]

You have a lead designer who is actually working with the game telling you that the game, even if delayed, will still be out on PS3 by the end of 2007. On the other hand you have a CEO who's only concern is in the interest of his companies stakeholders and probably does not know much about the game. Point is, believe who you want man.

[jaja1434]

See I wonder how well this will do on the PS3. By that, I mean that UT has traditionally been a PC staple. Mostly because its easier to mod and all of the other goodies that come from PC gaming. Guess I'll just have to wait to find out!

[mike_mgoblue]

Yet ANOTHER "Delay" for the Playstation 3.

This obviously is NOT a surprise, because of the poorly designed Playstation 3 hardware.

I just got a magazine today that talked about how the Playstation 3 has virtually no games that are capable of being "system sellers" for the Holiday 2007.

The magazine pointed out that the delay of Grand Theft Auto 4 actually helps the Xbox 360, but hurts the Playstation 3, because GTA4 could have been a "system seller," on the Playstation 3...but, even though the Xbox 360 version of Grand Theft Auto 4 would have been better, the GTA4 game still would have been "one among many great games on the Xbox 360 Holiday list."

The magazine pointed out that games like Lair, Heavenly Sword, and Ratchet & Clank simply aren't "System Seller" games...

This means the Playstation 3 is in even BIGGER trouble than ever for the Holiday sales season of 2007.

[d3l33t]

"because of the poorly designed Playstation 3 hardware"

didn't realise i was in the presents of a ps3 hardware architecture engineer

*bows head*

/sarcasm

[jackdoe]

Poorly designed hardware. Okay... Does it have a 33% failure rate? No... So I don't see where you are going with this... Hard to develop for? Yes.

[Ju]

"A little extra time in development"...so what now ? Do they need the time to get it done or do they have extra time? That whole thing sticks pretty badly, IMO.

Looks political to me. a) it cuts into the other Midway games (Stranglehold and Blacksite) and b) it might hit someone else with a $399 PS3 "bundle" before Christmas. Seems Sony didn't pay enough...

BTW: The other statement from Rein was, the additional maps are not there because of performance reasons. So now they have the performance or what ?

[LeonSKennedy4Life]

Sony didn't pay anything...

Jerk.

[Ju]

^^^ well, "nothing" sure is not enough, especially if somebody else does.

[LeonSKennedy4Life]

ALL THE SAME MAPS!!!

SWEET!!!

I can't wait for this game!

[Numark]

well, you actually do have to wait sadly.

wait wait wait wait for gamesssssss

[DeadIIIRed]

Not as long as you have to wait for the 360 even if the game is delayed.

[Numark]

I have had my 360 since launch and i have never had any problems with it. Sure, a lot of 360s break and good chunk of 360 owners are without playing games for a month. But every ps3 owner is without playing games utnil they get games. 2008

[zonetrooper5]

Mark Rein is still basically saying he does not know when it will come out, he reckons December but I'm not too sure. This game is more for the PC btw.

[Synex]

I can wait another month. It's going to be cute when everyone playing Halo 3 online suddenly gets bored once they see what PS3 and PC owners are playing.