New Syphon Filter Omega Strain pics and news...

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"We've seen Omega Strain in action and, although the palette looks as muted as these screenshots suggest, the rain-lashed urban setting is suitably moody. Each of the levels is said to be double the size of past equivalents, with multiple paths and an open-ended approach to gameplay ensuring Omega Strain should suit stealth fetishists and gun nuts alike."

" Taking a cue from Splinter Cell, you can create cover by shooting out light sources and lug around the bodies of 'neutralised' hostiles. The real hook, though, is the way the gameplay changes online. Here, the action involves teams of four working together. You can use the SOCOM headset to communicate with the other players, which is crucial given that success hinges on your ability to operate as a unit."

"A typical mission involves storming a heavily guarded building and rescuing hostages, with varying rewards on offer dependent on how long it takes you to complete the level, and the amount of civilian casualties incurred. Filter fans will be pleased to learn that joining Logan will be several familiar faces: Lian Xing, Teresa Lipan and Lawrence Mujari will act as team leaders for the covert agency you'll be working for, along with six new characters. Now for the bad news. Omega Strain also sees the return of Mara Aramov. For the uninitiated, she's a deadly assassin very much in the mould of Nina from 24. Just as well then, that the game boasts an arsenal of 100 weapons, with agents able to carry four at a time. We also understand that the lock-on system will now be sensitive enough to allow you to target specific body parts with ease. "

"The original Syphon Filter was a sleeper hit on PSone, but since then the series has grown in stature. As a single-player game Omega Strain is all but certain to offer an enthralling slice of terrorist plugging. The addition of online co-operative play is little short of mouth-watering. See? Sometimes you really do get what you deserve. Now, about Colony Wars Online..."