Dirty Harry (video game)
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| Dirty Harry (working title) | |
|---|---|
| Developer(s) | The Collective, Inc. |
| Publisher(s) | Warner Bros. Interactive |
| Release date(s) | TBA 2007 |
| Genre(s) | Action |
| Mode(s) | |
| Rating(s) | ESRB: Rating Pending |
| Platform(s) | PlayStation 3, Xbox 360 |
Dirty Harry (working title) is an upcoming video game under development by The Collective, Inc. which will be published by Warner Bros. Interactive. The game is to continue the story of the 1971 motion picture of the same name starring Clint Eastwood as Harry Callahan, the main protagonist of the film. Clint Eastwood will reprise his role as the title character, lending his voice and likeness as well as consulting and creative input into the game. Gene Hackman and Laurence Fishburne will also apparently provide their voices.[citation needed] It is believed that the game will follow the same storyline of the film, in which the San Francisco detective is tracking down a serial killer named Scorpio. No official distribution date has been announced, but versions for both the Sony PlayStation 3 and Microsoft Xbox 360 are planned to be released sometime in 2007.
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[edit] Story
Dirty Harry the game takes place between the first and second films. The story, while not a 100% connective thread from the first to second Harry Callahan flick, will "explore the character more."
Currently in development by The Collective (The Da Vinci Code, Buffy the Vampire Slayer), Dirty Harry is benefiting from consultation by Clint Eastwood on key creative aspects of the game. Additionally, Gene Hackman will portray Police Supervisor Al Bressler and Laurence Fishburne will be Reverend Carlton Clay, both of whom have worked with Eastwood before.
[edit] Technical
A trailer for the game has been the only example given of the game's gameplay or engine capabilities thus far. It is neither a computer generated cutscene nor actual gameplay. Instead, Warner Bros. gave its models and engine schematics to an animation house to produce the teaser. It's a simulation of the gameplay, which is promised to equal the game quality already seen in house.
The trailer ends with the classic scene from Dirty Harry. The "Do I feel lucky?" line was pulled straight from the film as Clint Eastwood has not yet recorded voice over for the video game.
Warner Bros. was reluctant to release details on the gameplay, but offered a few hints. While it was never confirmed, it appears that Dirty Harry would offer a free-roaming San Francisco. "The city of San Francisco can be a character," Warner Bros. Jason Hall said. "It can live."
One key aspect of gameplay was discussed in slight detail. As in the films, Harry Callahan walks the line between bad cop and psychopath. Players will also walk that line. The game features reactive AI, both for crooks and cops. While there was no further explanation, it appears that if you are soft on crooks, they may not take Harry Callahan seriously. On the other end, going nuts will put you in trouble with the police chief.
[edit] Promotion
According to official press releases by Warner Bros.: "Dirty Harry helped define a genre and introduced the world to a character who has since become a cultural icon, so bringing Clint Eastwood's authentic Dirty Harry character to this next generation of consoles provides exciting promise for game playing audiences everywhere," said Jason Hall, Senior Vice President of Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment. "Our work with The Collective is aimed at culminating in a game with an all-new story that allows players to experience the action and suspense of the legendary franchise firsthand."
"Working with Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment and Clint Eastwood to create a compelling, state-of-the-art game that brings Dirty Harry Callahan to life on next generation consoles is very exciting," said Doug Hare, co-founder and Vice President of Production for The Collective. "We are focused on creating genre defining story-telling gameplay, along with next generation graphics depicting action-packed sequences that are consistent with the renowned films."
For the DVD release, all films from the franchise -- Dirty Harry, Magnum Force, The Enforcer, Sudden Impact and The Dead Pool -- will be upgraded to HD DVD with completely revamped sound and, with the help of Clint Eastwood himself, may feature some never-before-seen, behind-the-scenes footage and other bonus materials.
[edit] Cancelled
The game has now officially been canceled after "trouble" at The Collective. However Warner Bros. have said they still intend on there being a Dirty Harry game using another developer, but it will not be produced and released for a few years. [1]
[edit] See also
- Dirty Harry
- Magnum Force
- The Enforcer
- Sudden Impact
- The Dead Pool
- Dirty Harry: The War Against Drugs
- Godfather: The Game
- Reservoir Dogs (video game)
- Scarface: The World is Yours
