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[–] Agent_Karyo@piefed.world 11 points 6 days ago* (last edited 6 days ago) (3 children)

I wonder how much input Carpenter had into this game (beyond providing his name).

That being said I don't doubt that the motifs of the games are inspired by Carpenter's movies, I am just wondering about his level of involvement.

How did they even get Carpenter to partake in this? Sabre Interactive is a recognizable name, but it's no EA.

[–] async_amuro@lemmy.zip 12 points 6 days ago* (last edited 6 days ago) (1 children)

He is a big gamer, so the chances are higher than some other older directors

[–] Agent_Karyo@piefed.world 5 points 6 days ago (1 children)

Did not know about that! Then I could see him being involved.

[–] Kolanaki@pawb.social 11 points 6 days ago* (last edited 6 days ago)

IIRC, he was actively involved with the development of The Thing for PS2, also. And that is a pretty damn good game for being an older, AA, film tie-in game.

[–] markz@suppo.fi 6 points 6 days ago

they even get Carpenter to partake in this?

Maybe it was the other way

[–] VerilyFemme@lemmy.blahaj.zone 3 points 5 days ago

Carpenter has done most of his soundtracks and is currently in a band. So, I'd imagine that he'll contribute to the OST.

[–] Kolanaki@pawb.social 9 points 6 days ago* (last edited 6 days ago) (1 children)

Toxic Commando. 🤦‍♂️

I was over here wondering why John Carpenter was even involved with this because my mind kept swapping commando for Avenger which is an entirely different franchise. lol

I thought they were related until I saw this comment 😬

[–] Zombiepirate@lemmy.world 8 points 5 days ago

I hope they used practical effects in this game. That's where his work really shines in my opinion.

It's not even out yet, and you already call it toxic!?? 🙃