Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen Game Interview

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Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen Game Interview

Source:Superhero Hype!

June 23, 2009

The Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen was released today for the Wii, Xbox 360, PlayStation 2, PC, Nintendo DS and the PSP and Superhero Hype! got a chance to talk to the game's producer, Jason Ades.

The game lets players take on the role of their favorite Autobots or Decepticons, picking from the largest, most diverse range of playable Transformers - each with their own distinct abilities and weaponry. Set in unique environments across the globe such as Cairo and Shanghai, the game allows players to instantly switch between vehicle and robot modes as they drive, fly, fight and blast their way through intense, pressure-packed levels. After engaging in single player action, players for the first time ever will be able to go online and battle friends in all-new multiplayer modes.

SHH!: Obviously when people go into a game called "Transformers" there's a certain expectation for giant robots beating the crap out of each other. Could you give us a quick rundown of which ones made it into the game? Also, do they in fact beat the crap out of each other?
Jason Ades: "Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen" is definitely a wholesome part of your nutritious "Giant Robot on Robot" ass kicking experience. However, "ass-kicking is only one ingredient in a hearty game that is replete with driving, flying, shooting and transforming your way to Earths salvation or annihilation. You'll also get to do this with the largest cast of playable Transformers ever assembled in a game.

NOT including our upcoming downloadable content (which you'll hear much more about soon) we have 15 playable characters including Optimus Prime, Jet Powered Optimus, Bumblebee, Ironhide, Ratchet, Breakaway, Megatron, Flying Megatron, Starscream, Grindor, Longhaul, Sideways, Seeker, Aerialbot and Protectobot. We also have a number of G1 skins for many of these characters.

SHH!: The game features voice acting from Peter Cullen and Frank Welker, reprising their roles as Optimus Prime and Megatron from the original series. Why was the decision made to use Frank instead of Hugo Weaving since he had been the voice of Megatron in the films? Who else will we hear in the game?

Ades: Although Hugo Weaving voices the role of Megatron in the "Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen" film (which he does exceptionally well) we all felt passionately that Frank Welker, the voice we all grew up listening to, is the one true Megatron. All Hail Frank Welker! J

Aside from Peter Cullen reprising his role as Optimus Prime, we have also brought in a number of the film talent to reprise their roles including Megan Fox, Shia LaBeouf, Mark Ryan as Bumblebee, Charlie Adler as Starscream, Robert Foxworth as Ratchet and Jess Harnell as Ironhide. Also, for all the Futurama and Gears of War fans out there, we brought in John Di Maggio to voice Sideways.

SHH!: Was there a temptation to have Megan Fox voice every character in the game, just so she'd visit more often?

Ades: Is this on the record? All I'm going to say is that we definitely don't have two versions of every single recorded line in the game. I repeat we DO NOT have two complete versions of the entire 10,000+ lines of game dialogue. And we certainly don't know anything about Megan Fox attending 163 VO sessions where only I attended. That is rumor and speculation. And I 100% don't have any special cheat codes where she says "Transform and Roll Out, Jason" or "Jason, are you free for coffee?" or "Jason, can you rub my shoulders?" Nope. No way. Not me. J

SHH!: Transformer fans are extremely passionate. What kinds of things have you put in the game for those folks? Any easter eggs or hidden unlockables that might keep them coming back for more?

Ades: It is true that Transformers fans are extremely passionate. How do we know this? We are members of the elite collective known as "Minions of Unicron." Okay, it's not so much a collective as it is a fan club, but it's growing rapidly in obscurity. Soon we will rival the "Disciples of Battle Unicorn" as the smallest slowest growing Transformers cult... er... club in the galaxy... um... world.

Fans can expect a number of G1 character skins, comic art as well as SIX full episodes of the original animated series as unlockables. There are also more announcements forthcoming as we get closer to our DLC launch, as we're confident G1 fans will be really excited.

SHH!: The online multiplayer mode is brand new for the "Transformers" franchise, right? Can you tell us about all of that? It seems like the combination of the robot and vehicle modes could make things pretty chaotic.

Ades: It only makes sense that after years of waging war in chat rooms and online forums that Autobot and Decepticon fans around the world should finally have an opportunity to put the hateful words aside and blow one another up in multiplayer.

"Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen" has 5 modes of online play with 15 selectable characters for up to 8 players. Modes include Deathmatch, Team Deathmatch, Control Points (similar to Domination and War), Battle for the Shards (inspired by Capture the flag) and One Shall Stand (Assassination).

Multiplayer is a big part of this game and has been developed with the same commitment as the single player experience from day one. Each character has their own unique abilities which helps maintain the balance between ground and air based vehicles. Teamwork and character selection are essential. If the opposite team is heavy with flyers, you'll want to select a character with a deployable turret. Also, Bumblebee has lock on rockets which are very helpful to counter incoming Choppers. Ratchet and Longhaul are both healers and a critical part of any team. Sideways is a sniper and can be very helpful in holding down a control point from a distance. There are many combinations and strategies that can be employed depending on the map, game type and character lineup of the opposing team.

If you are a Decepticon fan, the multiplayer is deliciously chaotic. If you are an Autobot fan, it is a wildly frenetic and heroic experience. If you're a gamer, you will get our PWNage on.

SHH!: The Wii game looks completely different from the PS3 and Xbox 360 ones. Why the change? How is the game different on that platform?

Ades: The Wii game is a wholly unique game built from the ground up specifically for the Wii by Krome Studios. The team behind the Wii and PS2 is the same team (formerly known as Melbourne House) behind the "Transformers: Armada" PS2 game, which until now had been considered the best "Transformers" game.

The focus behind the Wii and PS2 titles was to create a game that was designed with the Co-op experience in mind. As the Wii tends to be a much more social platform it was important for us to create an experience that was both pick up and play as well as one that highlights the unique controls on the Wii.

There are a number of advantages to not porting a next gen game to the Wii console. The obvious benefit is that the development team could first design a game with the Wii controls in mind first and foremost. Second, they did not have to spend their efforts on squeezing next gen assets onto the platform, not did they have to worry about any asset or design dependencies from the next gen development teams. Instead, all of Krome's efforts could be singularly focused on building the best Wii game possible.

SHH!: Right here, tell us something you've never told anyone about the "Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen" game.

Ades: Okay, here is a new little tidbit. Luxoflux's Associate Producer's name is Adrian Murphy. He is 100% convinced that nobody can beat him in multiplayer. His X360 gamertag is FATHEAD 009. Find him, destroy him and then tell him I said "hi" as you "robo-bag" his defeated scraps. J

SHH!: What will be better, the film or the game?

Ades: The film and game have a symbiotic relationship. While both can stand alone on their own merits... together, they are an unstoppable force.

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Posted by: Ender on June 23, 2009 at 16:34:31

I think it must be impossible to make a video game based on a movie with out it being terrible! I dont think I ever ever played a good one. Now, with the games costing close to $60 its not worth it to even take the chance, plus the game for the first transformers movie was terrible!!

Posted by: johnny on June 23, 2009 at 16:43:46

yes i agree ender, the first game was kinda cool just go run around transforming back and forth, but all and all i got boared very fast with it, but hopefully this one will be good. i wont buy it but i will rent it.

Posted by: daniel clavette on June 23, 2009 at 16:50:22

It was great interview and the game will be great.

Posted by: Phire on June 23, 2009 at 16:54:44

the wolverine game was 10x better than the movie... after the first one i don't hold much hope for this one.

Posted by: my name is bruce on June 23, 2009 at 16:56:14

i totally agree wit u Ender im probably gonna rent the game and if i like it maybe buy it cause yeah brand new games for me in Canada start at 59.99 and most of them cost 69.99

Posted by: Treyman on June 23, 2009 at 17:20:19

Well this game was made by a different studio than the first one, so hopefully they did a better job.

Posted by: jim on June 23, 2009 at 18:02:54

i agree with the guy that said that the game for wolverine was way better than the movie.The cinemtics for the game make a better wolverine movie.As for the first transformers game it was awful.

Posted by: M. Bison on June 23, 2009 at 18:34:58

This, is some experience the Wolverine: XMEN Origins video game which, I have seen and loved is better than the movie. On, the other note Transformers: Revenge Of The Fallen movie sequel is better than the video game that came out today June 23, 2009. Today, is also the 20th Birthday Anniversary of Batman: The Movie which, starred, Jack Nicholson and Michael Keaton. Jim, I agree with the cinematic movies for both, Wolverine: XMEN Origins and Transformers: Revenge Of The Fallen have gorgeous movie scenes from their own films. Tranformers 2 is going to be exciting can't wait to see it tommorrow. Wolverine and Dragonball: Evolution I will wait for them on DVD. Watchmen should be out and Street Fighter: The Legend Of Chun-li comes out June 30, 2009. The, 1994 film was 100x better than the 2009 reboot sequel.

Posted by: formulabill on June 23, 2009 at 19:41:51

You guys holding off because the first game was pure crap... don't blame you. But this game is A LOT better. Been playing it for a few hours now, definitely worth a rent.

Posted by: guyver 1 on June 23, 2009 at 22:32:18

@ender

you have never played spiderman 2 have you

=/

Posted by: ZOMARO on June 23, 2009 at 23:17:18

Lets face it... deep down inside we all know this game is gonna suck... ATARI should have made it I think they did a great job on the Matrix games...

Posted by: Brian Urso on June 23, 2009 at 23:56:57

I disagree there were some good video games based on movies. Revenge of the sith, the incredible hulk (2nd movie game) Xmen 2 wolverne revenge, the incredibles and spiderman3

Posted by: guyver 1 on June 24, 2009 at 00:44:24

oh how did i forget wolverines game

yeah ender u fail

Posted by: The Flash on June 24, 2009 at 05:16:21

I think it will be better than the film as they will cut all the un - needed comedy and pointless scenes that clogged the film.

Posted by: joe boon on June 24, 2009 at 11:46:10

I agree but what I want to no is what game system is it better on Wii or PS2?

Posted by: THE SMOKE on June 24, 2009 at 12:03:30

I had a private screening of the film yesterday afternoon, and i'm sorry to say it was a let down. However the game will be a whole lot better . You get to play a any of the G1 Transformers and play in mutliplayer, what more could a Transformer fan want?

Posted by: Wolverine_X on June 25, 2009 at 11:19:47

The Wolverine movie full of flops. The Transformers first game was amazing. I love it. This one will be better definetly. Love it.

Posted by: Orlando on June 26, 2009 at 23:37:20

WOW THE MOVIE WAS GREAT IN FACT HOPE THEY COME OUT WITH A PART 3 TO IT BUT AS FAR AS THE GAME GOES IT WAS THE WORST EVER PLAY THE CONTROLS ARE JUST PLAIN BAD BUT I GUESS THAT THIS IS WHAT HAPPENS WHEN YOU RUSH THINGS IF YOU GUYS PLAN TO MAKE ANOTHER GAME MAKE SURE YOU DON'T RUSH IT AND MAKE THE CONTROLS BETTER

Posted by: Orlando on June 26, 2009 at 23:43:50

can anybody else agree with me about these controls i mean come on the graphics are great but having to hold the r2 to stay in car mode gives you no control at all i would have love to have finished playing it but i took it and got my money back

Posted by: kiki on June 28, 2009 at 01:25:08

cool

Posted by: kiki on June 28, 2009 at 01:25:59

i would like to play

Posted by: Chupanebre627 on June 28, 2009 at 20:47:58

I rented the game just this past weekend. The single-player is, well, what you would expect.

The Multiplayer will keep you playing hours on end though. I can guarantee that. ESPECIALLY if your a fan of 'Transformers'. And with DLC coming...

It might be a good buy.

Me out.

=)

Posted by: HELGI on iceland on June 29, 2009 at 09:24:50

this is the best game ever i have got the first one and its not good but this one is the best with the multiplayer game online

Posted by: FearAndBullets on July 1, 2009 at 01:49:14

Transformers 2: ROTF for the Wii SUCKS! I watched the game trailers and reviews and thought that it would be a great game. The game is totally linear. Multi-player is limited to something like 6 guys. During single player mode, you can't transform during battle. You go through several stages of the same freakin thing - Decepticon base, as different characters that the game chooses for you. It was old and tiresome really, really quickly. DON'T WASTE THE MONEY!!!! I WANT A REFUND!!!!

Posted by: PROLIFIK1 on July 1, 2009 at 23:30:28

I played this game at this year's E3. Eh, it was ok. It was too much like the first one. It was cool for the first few minutes, but got bland and boring quick!

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