Bethesda.net welcomes us to the "shooterverse" of
RAGE 2 with
an official
announcement along with the promised
first gameplay trailer
for the first-person shooter sequel. They say this is coming to PC, Xbox One,
and PlayStation 4 in 2019, and while they confirm that Avalanche Studios is
contributing their "mastery of the open world sandbox," the main developer on
this is still listed as id Software, just like the original RAGE. Here's word:
Mankind is in peril. In the decades following an asteroid’s devastation,
most of the earth has become an unforgiving wildland where bloodthirsty factions
vie for control of precious resources. Pockets of civilization have emerged to
claim their space in the world, but the tentative peace they’ve established is
being threatened. RAGE 2 follows Walker, the last Ranger of Vineland, as he
fights to survive the chaos of the dystopian world into which he was born. With
a wide array of weapons, vehicles and strange powers, Walker sets off to take
down the tyrannical Authority. Get your first look at the insane action in the
worldwide gameplay reveal trailer below and check out the live action teaser
released on May 14 here. RAGE 2 will be launching on Xbox One, PlayStation 4 and
PC in 2019.
The Open-World Shooterverse
It’s the perfect mix: id Software’s first-person shooter pedigree, Avalanche
Studios’ mastery of the open world sandbox, with a healthy dose of
pedal-to-the-metal vehicle combat. From the swamplands and jungles where enemies
lurk among the dense foliage, to the open deserts where a passing car is more
likely to mow you down than offer you a ride, the world of RAGE 2 is not a
gentle, nurturing place. The people who have survived in this landscape have had
to learn to protect themselves and keep their heads on a swivel, especially with
the reemergence of a familiar menace.
As if the gangs and mutants aren’t enough, Walker also has to contend with the
Authority, returning antagonists from the first game who threaten anything good
remaining in the world. Led by General Cross, the Authority is on a renewed
mission to hunt down the few remaining pureblood Arkists left in the world, and
Cross is willing to slaughter everyone to achieve his goals. That’s where
Walker’s wealth of unique guns and gear comes in – and he’ll need every one of
his powerful weapons to defend the wild wasteland he calls home.
Walker, Vineland Ranger
A Ranger’s arsenal isn’t limited to the abundance of upgradeable weapons and
toys at their disposal. Fueled by Arkist blood, these elite fighters are the
only people in the world who can harness special Nanotrite abilities. However,
this blood has also made them a target for the Authority, and after years of
fighting, Walker is the only Ranger still standing.
Among the arrows he can choose from his Nanotrite ability quiver are the power
to crush enemies into paste from above in a devastating slam attack or send them
flying away from him with a lethal energy push. Walker will also learn to
channel these Nanotrites into his weapons, pushing them into an awe-inspiring
Overdrive, a unique skill that lets him push his guns beyond their limits and
unleash absolute hell on his foes. Chain these abilities together to make Walker
a powerhouse of destruction, quickly refilling his Overdrive meter. While in
Overdrive, Walker’s guns do more damage, they gain new attributes, enemies drop
better rewards and Walker’s health starts to regenerate. When timed correctly,
Overdrive is more than enough to tip the scales in a tricky fight.
There’s a lot more to come for RAGE 2. Tune into the BE3 Showcase on Sunday,
June 10, at 6:30pm PT for more gameplay and details. You can catch the stream
live on Twitch,
YouTube,
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or here at
Bethesda.net.