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Study open world Grand Theft Auto V

Rockstar It gave us the opportunity to get better acquainted with a vast territory, which players can explore a new part of the famous series.

Read impressive statistics - one. But see for yourself how big Los Santos Grand Theft Auto V - Is quite another. When we visited the headquarters RockstarTo prepare material for the December issue, we have heard some impressive numbers designed to convey the scale of the work done. Overall, the game world (including underwater space) is five times more than in the previous project studio with open world, Red Dead Redemption. In other words, GTA V grander than San Andreas, and the fourth part RDR together. But the admiration of the data incomparable with the emotions that you experience when you sit behind the wheel of the aircraft in the role of Franklin, gaining altitude of 4,000 meters.

From the breathtaking scale environment. Looking at Franklin jumps out of the cockpit, I could clearly see the local equivalent of the Salton Sea, Almos-Sea, which is located on the left.To my right I turned the majestic center of Los Santos, whose skyscrapers seen through the clouds even though an impressive distance that separated them and my character.In the middle is a huge mountain range with trees, animals, and dozens of ways to occupy yourself.While Franklin was down, clutching the straps of the parachute, I paid attention to deer, rapidly fled through the narrow paths and wild cats, whose roar echoed in the whole district, while on the road leading to the top, driving a jeep forester.

Franklin successfully lands on the side of the road, where two fishermen sit parked in your home on wheels nearby. Despite the titanic scale, Rockstar They promised us that players should not miss - ATVs the road and waiting for that to have someone jumps.Depending on which of the three characters you control, location and time of day, you can bring up hitchhikers, repair broken cars or rob ATMs. Another way to kill time - hunting (I'm sorry, but no fishing).

Booze and wetsuit

Demo is continuing, and we switch to Trevor, the most unpredictable of the trio of heroes.The camera shoots up, showing a satellite map, calculating the location of Trevor and flying up to him.He lay sedated on the beach, holding a bottle of liquor, dressed only in shorts, socks and shoes. Cuts, bruises and scars covered his body - the developers added that they vary depending on the character. Around lie the bodies of members of the biker gang The Lost additions of The Lost u0026 Damned for Grand Theft Auto IV. In jeans and jackets strong men - gore, but I do not presume to determine whether they Trevor killed during another altercation or just wildly drunk.

Once Trevor wakes from sleep, he was going to walk unsteadily Dinghy (boat that appeared in previous parts GTA), Rocking gently on the waves. As he enters the water, I pay attention to recycled water technology, which is more reminiscent of the Assassin's Creed IIIThan on the San Andreas.

On some boats Los Santos you can find equipment for diving, which uses Trevor to sink to the bottom.As the depth of my eyes the new world in which it is easy to get lost. Underwater prevails no less a revival than on land - swinging algae, shoals of fish sweep.Trevor goes to the wreck, which seems to have attracted the attention of several other divers. Rockstar did not reveal to us the details, but hinted that the inside you can find something useful.

Swim to the ship, he sees a bad dream of any diver - a great white shark.The pulse quickens, until it gradually passes by, but the developers say that the shark starts to attack, if not to make sudden movements and do not get too close. Trevor rushes to the surface to avoid the possible consequences.

Heart attack and wine

Our brief dive into the deep ocean is coming to an end, and a member of the studio passes from Trevor Michael exiting the office building in Vinewood.Due to the fact that he can not make his own family company, former criminal spends most of his time eating whiskey, revising classical militants and visiting a psychoanalyst.

Turning the corner, he faces withering actress by the name of Pamela Drake, who tells all passers that once Vaynvudsky mogul wrote the script for the movie "*** in Paris" specialfor her. Like a mad preacher in GTA IV, Drake - one of the passers-by who respond to your appearance. Depending on whether you are playing for Trevor Franklin or Michael, it will behave differently.

Danger area

Fans San Andreas, must remember street clashes between Ballas, families with Grove Street and Vagos. Although Los Santos has changed markedly since the heyday of street crime, Rockstar confirmed that Ballas still have not lost influence.

When you get to the territory of the gang, you do not attack immediately, as it was before. Bandits go about their business as long as you do not send them weapons.However, an aversion to lawyers not gone anywhere. If the police get in the criminal quarter, they immediately will have a warm welcome, opening heavy fire.This can be used to your advantage when you get away from the chase. It is necessary to call in on the area to Ballas, and they begin to shoot at the cops, which will give people time to escape from his pursuers.

Michael continues to walk down the street and I get a chance to get a better view street life in a more populous areas of Los Santos. Like the games of the series Elder Scrolls, passers-by in GTA V do not stand still, preferring to move around the city. Artificial intelligence has also become more sensitive to your actions. For example, as shown in the demo Michael passed by two twin stars. The first - a copy of one of the Republican Space Rangers (TV shows from GTA IVWhich will return to the new game). The other wore a suit impotent rage, a new progressive superhero from popular Los Santos series.When Michael gets a smartphone to take a picture of the Space Ranger, who stands in the position for photographing.When you see something on the streets, you can share photos with your friends using the Rockstar Social Club. Nearby is a shill touting bus tours of homes of the stars.If you agree, you will be able to ride through the streets, listening to stories about the past vicious fictional actors and singers.

Passing the tattoo parlor (where you can fill yourself something if you want), Michael notices a woman who hides behind the nearest bus lane.It - Jonas Lacey, the star calling itself the "voice of a generation." This is - just one of the side missions that will periodically appear on your radar.Why is she hiding? The paparazzi surrounded her car (which, incidentally, is called the Benefactor Surano). Michael calmly directed to the car, pushing pesky photographers and rents back to pick Lacey.

However, the paparazzi will not so easily give up. While Michael picks up speed in a sports car, they pursue him and a companion on the van.Lacey indignant shouts, did not want to get into the lens, because it feels thick (which, of course, is not the case).When Michael asked what she deserved so much attention, she responds, "I'm just very well known. I did not do anything! ". Michael breaks away from photographers and dovozit Jonas to Vaynvudskih hills.

Although we have only one eye saw Franklin and Trevor Michael, it became clear that the gaming experience will be dramatically different, depending on what part of the world is an open player.A variety of situations over and under the water makes the sea to explore the causes of the environment, but the heart of Los Santos beats as vividly as in Liberty City GTA IV.

Formation of the person in the Grand Theft Auto V

RPG-leveling in GTA: San AndreasThat when Rockstar announced that removed this feature GTA IV, Part of the fans showed displeasure decision. Together with the return to Los Santos, returned and loved some players customization, but in modified form.You will not be able to get Michael to recover for a few tens of kilograms, leaning on food from street stalls or turn Franklin Ray Lewis, rocking in his favorite gym, but can help them improve certain skills.

Due to the different background and experience, Michael, Trevor and Franklin have distinct performance in several categories.At the moment, it is the power, accuracy, secrecy, management skills by plane and car, as well as the lung capacity, but Rockstar explained that it - not the final list.Instead, to allow players to score points, distributing them to these categories, the developers offered to perform various tasks.Michael did not immediately able to be a great pilot, but the more he flies, the better his skill. Particularly resistant, users can maximize the performance of all the characters.

Those who used to chase fashion, able to engage with the appearance of the trio, making them a new hairstyle, buying new clothes and a tattoo.

Pimp My Ride

Flexibility in configuration is not limited to the characteristics of the characters. Repair trucks Pay u0026 Spray, which was the fastest way to repair and paint the car, are now full-fledged stores. According to Rockstar, Fans of fast driving can recycle both appearance and internal machines as well as in Midnight Club: Los Angeles. Under the hood will be to strengthen the engine, improved suspension, new brakes buy - in short, an opportunity to change the behavior of the car on the road to weight. But overdo with the tuning is not recommended - it can cause damage.

If you are more worried about style, not content, then no one bothers to do toning, put a spoiler and new wheels or perform a complex painting. You can even order a unique license plate.

This is my rifle, this is my gun (A reference to the chants of Marines - This is my rifle. This is my gun. This is for fighting, and this is for fun - approx. Per.)

Considering how much time the heroes have to take place in various skirmishes, we are not surprised by the decision to include in the game Rockstar customization of weapons for those who are willing to spend hours arguing about whatsight better. Players will be able to set the laser sights, silencers, flashlights or enlarged stores - it is quite possible it's time to have a loyalty card in the Ammu-nation.

To earn spending

We already wrote that Rockstar We created a complex economic system to Grand Theft Auto V. We knew that robbery can bring a handsome profit, but the representatives of the studio remained mysterious silence when it comes to details.Now everything has become a little clearer - in addition to weapons, vehicles and things for the characters, players will be able to spend money on luxury items, real estate and businesses.

Rockstar We said that we will not be able to buy houses for Trevor, Michael and Franklin, but apparently changed his mind.Make millions and get down on their houses, garages, marinas, helipads (themselves helicopters), as well as companies. When possession by some of them can get certain privileges - so buying a taxi station, you will no longer pay for the trip with the driver.

Run away and shoot

The combat system in the game Rockstar has not changed since Grand Theft Auto IV, Which was published back in 2008. Red Dead Redemption Studio to improve the system of shelters provided in GTA IV, Made more realistic shootout thanks to technology Euphoria and provided with the function of time dilation Dead-Eye.Max Payne 3 has gone even further and brought destructible environments, repetition kills the ability to "last stand", which allowed to shoot even death, as well as altered animation running and shooting. The Grand Theft Auto V developers use all our experience to again impress players.

The first thing I noticed when Franklin and Michael opened fire during a raid on the collector truck was how smooth was the animation.Characters deftly moved between shelters, not substituting for enemy fire. Selection of new movements also includes kneeling and even allows players to run, aim and shoot at the same time. You can also switch between characters strategically at the touch of a button.

Features

In addition to the skill system, developing as you progress through each of the protagonists has a unique ability, indispensable in difficult situations.For Michael it - "bullet time" when shooting both in Max Payne, for Franklin - adrenaline driving, dangerous maneuvers while helping to Trevor - rages during which heinflicts double damage and may use a special technique melee.Employees Rockstar explained that the use of these powers is limited, which means that players have to pick the right moment to activate them - so do not expect to spend most of the shootings and car chases in slow time.

Skirmishes are conducted by a third party, but part of the team that worked on Max Payne 3Helped developers GTA adjust the angle of the camera. New review system "over the shoulder" helps to better focus on the field of battle, the enemy will notice and more accurately snipe.

However, everyone has different tastes, so Rockstar has prepared three different modes for shooting GTA V: With full avtopritselivanie, small games or using completely free shooting.Impressive death animations created on the basis of Euphoria physics engine helps understand when the enemy is on the verge of death, and the crosshairs can now turn into a cross, suggesting that you aim at the corpse and turns red when you move to a live threat.

When you press the trigger, wait for more realistic effects. Some shelters can now destroy, at the same time killing enemies hiding behind them. Rockstar They promise that the shots are calculated dynamically, and their strength varies depending on the type of weapon.

When you do find yourself under fire, it takes an updated system damage. You can recover only half of health - for the rest of the required medicines. Also still there bulletproof vests and police boards, as well as other methods of self-defense.
If you add up all the innovations, together we will get the best in the entire series shootout GTA. Of course, too early to talk about it, yet we do not have played in the final version, but according to Red Dead Redemption and Max Payne 3Disappointment is highly unlikely.

Art robbery in GTA V

Money can earn more questionable ways - vlamyvayas in wine and spirits shops, participating in arms trafficking or destroying ATMs around Los Santos - but why niggle if you can go to the big deal? One of the protagonists Grand Theft Auto VFormer criminal Michael thought that earned enough before to retire.However, after his favorite little family squandered the majority of savings, he had to return to the game, picking accomplices Trevor and Franklin. To restore financial stability, he will have to plan something big.

As an amateur Vaynvudskih militants, Michael also enjoys exciting robberies.During the campaign, GTA V he will participate in the five or six raids, each of which requires careful preparation and a clear implementation. If you successfully cope with these missions, you can earn millions of dollars that can be spent on expensive gadgets or invest in a business.

Robberies begin with "brainstorming." While Michael, Trevor and Franklin exchanged ideas, the player can choose which way he would like to pass episode.For example, you can break into the bank quickly, landed on the roof and enter through the front door with a shotgun. From this choice depends on the course of the raid, and with the ability to replay the mission, you can try to pass the same point, using different approaches.

More complex objectives require the support of drivers, gunners or hackers. The player will be cheap and expensive options, but, as you might guess, different quality.Underpaid hacker will take longer to mess with the security system, leaving 30 seconds to collect the money, while a trained professional will be able to provide a full minute.At the same time the best professionals require a greater share of production. If you work with the same assistants, they will improve their performance at work with you.

Develop a plan and hired a team, a player must perform some additional tasks.The demonstration illustrated Rockstar (not related to the plot, but similar in structure) had to rob an armored collector car - as in the famous scene from "Fight".But before we get down to business, the characters have to fit trucks for escape and buy costumes and masks, not to impersonate during the robbery.

However, in the version of journalists we have done without these trifles - mission began with a meeting already known to us, the Trinity. After an exchange of courtesies, Michael begins to present a plan.Trevor should take a supervisory position to warn teammates when a truck full of money will be in the right place and they blocked traffic.

The player controls the first Trevor, looking through binoculars traffic to detect the target. Noticing the right machine, it sends a signal, and we are transported to Michael, who was sitting behind the wheel of the truck, whose purpose - to stand across the street, stopping the flow of cars.


When the garbage truck stands in place, we can see how the collector truck starts squealing brake. Now we play for Franklin, Managing tow truck.He presses on the gas and rams a truck at full speed by which he turns. Hero comes out and sets the explosives in the back door of the van overturned.After the explosion, it is joined by Michael - together they make the guards come out with your hands up. On the street the roar resounds alarm sirens are heard in the distance the police.The team do not have time to collect all the money, so they take up defensive positions and wait for the right moment to attack opponents.

At this point, players can switch between Trevor with a sniper rifle and RPG in a building nearby and two other characters, armed with machine guns and standing near the truck.When the characters are so close, the transition between them is a snap - just slowed down around the world for a split second, to give the player navigate the chaos going on.To demonstrate the speed switch, the employee Rockstar makes a shot from a grenade launcher Trevor and immediately goes back to Franklin. The missile has not yet reached the goal, and we have to manage other character.

After a fight with several police units, we are waiting for a brief respite - time to take the money and run to a pre-prepared car. The end of the episode.

The transition from hero to hero may sound strange on paper, but looking at the Grand Theft Auto V in action, I did not feel any discomfort.Smooth spans cameras help you quickly understand what is happening around, and this cinematic approach allows you to add drama stage and give the player more room for experimentation. For Rockstar is, apparently, will be the robbery of the century.

Release the game is scheduled for 17 September, confirmed the platform - Xbox 360 and Playstation 3. Perhaps later will be released for the project next-generation consoles!

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