GamesRadar - Bionic Commando (Next-Gen)

Characters we wish we knew LESS about (Feature)

Nov 5, 2009

Sometimes, things are better left unsaid. Sometimes, our imaginations are enough. Sometimes, ignorance really, really is bliss.

Remember Darth Vader? He used to be the epitome of evil, the most recognizable symbol of scum and villainy in cinematic history. Then we saw the prequels and learned the awful, retconned truth: “Annie” liked to build toy robots, wear pageboy haircuts, yell cutesy catchphrases and hit on his babysitters. ...

Mind-blowingly underwhelming celebrity performances (Feature)

Oct 8, 2009

They actually got paid for that crap, you know ...

TalkRadar 64 – Get N or get out (Feature)

Aug 14, 2009

Top 7… sexy text adventures – Chestnut hair, tousled by the wind, frames the tanned oval of his face. ...

Disabled but deadly: Gaming’s physically challenged killers (Feature)

Aug 11, 2009

In a medium full of perfect teeth, washboard stomachs and breasts that have their own gravitational pull, it’s rare to see characters with disabilities. But they do exist… and they’ve done some badass things. Be it killing gods, eating hardened soldiers or even creating the Nintendo universe; being physically challenged never got in the way of this bunch’s fun.

The End

Disabled and deadly in: Metal Gear Solid 3: ...

Bionic Commando (Review)

Jul 28, 2009

It was around the time we stopped swinging through the jungle to punch a robot in the face, rip open its hatch and then punch the pilot in the face that we decided: “this game is awesome!” Of course, when we say ‘awesome’ we mean it in the ‘big dumb action movie’ sense. ...

Bionic Commando - Middle manager (Video)

May 19, 2009

A third-person action game built around the idea that you have a super-strong zipline for an arm. When it works, you’re Spider-man and the Hulk all mixed together. When it doesn’t, you’re a drugged gorilla on a chain.

Bionic Commando - Lab report #003 (Video)

May 19, 2009

The Bionic Commando launch site is HERE! (News)

May 12, 2009

It seems like just yesterday we were playing Bionic Commando on our NES. But it was actually last week, because we at the GR offices love us some Bionic Commando, whether we’re playing with an expensive prop or beating other gaming journalists for a kick-ass lunch box.

And it seems even yesterdaier that the next-gen return of BC was announced. But the much anticipated title is just days away. ...

Bionic Commando - Trailer (Video)

May 4, 2009

Bionic Commando (Next-Gen) (Screenshots)

Apr 29, 2009

LGC 08: Why wait? Leipzig's biggest games reviewed NOW! (Preview)

Aug 26, 2008

Knee-jerk reviews after ten minutes' play-time. As is only right and proper. ...

Capcom: Piracy is not the reason why PC's Bionic Commando is more expensive (News)

Aug 9, 2008

Shacknews writes: "The $5 price hike for the PC edition of GRIN's downloadable platformer Bionic Commando "has nothing to do with Piracy concerns," Capcom business development and strategic planning VP Christian Svensson has informed Shacknews.
Though the title will sell for $9.99 when it hits consoles next week, Svensson explained that the $14.99 price for the PC version, also due next week, stems from "different business terms/expectations in that sector." He added that "the typical downloadable price for digital-only games on PC is actually $19.99."

Resident Evil 5 is expected to sell 2.3 million units (News)

Aug 2, 2008

Capcom has published its sales target for upcoming titles. Resident Evil 5 sales are expected to reach 2.3 million units.

Capcom has two E3 secrets... (News)

Jun 12, 2008

Capcom has given up its list of what's in store for E3 next month in LA. But while most of what's on offer was a given anyway, the publisher has said there'll be two unannounced games on the show floor for the first time.

What they might be, we don't know. But a Dead Rising sequel's been on the cards for a while now. Maybe that'll turn up?

Anyway, here's the list, via IGN:

* Bionic Commando (PC, PS3, ...

Bionic Commando stories tie together (News)

Jun 3, 2008

Eurogamer writes: "Bionic Commando producer Ben Judd has told Eurogamer to expect elements of the re-imagined XBLA, PSN and PC game, Bionic Commando Rearmed, to fill out the back-story of next year's 3D game.

"We intentionally put in some nuggets in the story that later tie into the 3D version," Judd told Eurogamer.

"You'll talk to some characters that will ask Spencer about his wife and he'll say, 'my wife left me, I don't why she left me - maybe she just couldn't handle a military man and that lifestyle'."

Bionic Commando multiplayer details released (News)

Jun 3, 2008

CVG reports: " The first details of Bionic Commando's multiplayer mode have emerged from a Capcom event in Las Vegas, and obviously swinging features heavily (ahem).
Whilst traditional deathmatch and capture-the-flag modes will be featured, multiplayer will be based around the gameplay mechanics that the bionic arm and grapple create."

Bionic Commando - hands-on (Preview)

Jun 3, 2008

It's impossible to watch the robot-armed Nathan Spencer swing from crippled building to dangling highway overpass without immediately comparing his journey to Spider-Man's acrobatic stylings. Problem is, that's not a fair comparison; Spidey's all grace, agile and swift as he cartwheels between buildings without a care, whereas Nathan's bionic appendage weighs him down considerably, making each moment you spend at the apex of a swing both liberating and frightening. ...

Capcom's Captivate 08 coverage (Preview)

Jun 3, 2008

Last week Capcom revealed one of its strongest lineups in ages during the Captivate 08 event (we briefly talked about it on TalkRadar). The embargos have lifted and now we're able to say what we saw, what we played and what totally stole the show (it surprised the hell out of us, that's for sure). We'll be adding links throughout the day, so read on! ...

New Bionic Commando screens, gameplay trailer (News)

Mar 19, 2008

A new gameplay trailer from Capcom's reinvention of Bionic Commando is available to view in our equally bionic video player: Accompanying the trailer are three new screenshots which all look as lovely as this one. In addition to the next-gen title, there's also a PlayStation Network/Xbox Live Arcade release of the classic game called Bionic Commando: Rearmed. Be sure to check it out along with our preview of the ...

Bionic Commando: Chain of Command Comic to Link Games Together (News)

Mar 10, 2008

With Bionic Commando and its prequel, Bionic Commando Rearmed, both on the way to Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3, the folks at Capcom thought that it might be a good idea to tie the two games together a little more closely than they're already doing.

And so, to that end they're creating an official webcomic known as Bionic Commando: Chain of Command. According to The Bionic Commando Newswire, the comic will be updated on a weekly basis every Wednesday.

Xbox Live Arcade Size Limits Limiting Capcom Games? (News)

Feb 22, 2008

While interviewing Capcom Producer Ben Judd for our Bionic Commando: Rearmed preview today,1up learned that not all versions of this hearty downloadable remake of the NES classic are being created equal. When the game hits this spring, the PlayStation Network version (as well as the PC incarnation) will have higher-res textures than the Xbox Live Arcade version. Blame Live Arcade's 150MB limit on file sizes, Judd explained.

Bionic Commando - first look (Preview)

Feb 21, 2008

It's taken 20 years, but the beloved NES classic Bionic Commando is finally getting a real sequel. Whether it'll live up to the expectations that nostalgic gamers have for it is anyone's guess, but this week's Game Developer's Conference gave us a chance to see it up close. At first glance, it looks a lot like every other prettied-up, current-gen, third-person action game out there, but there's a lot of potential here, and not all of it is in ...

Street Fighter IV and both Bionic Commando titles for GDC (News)

Feb 12, 2008

The arcade build of Street Fighter IV - the same as that being shown at this week's AOU show in Japan - is to be shown at GDC next week, VG247 can confirm. The game will be playable.

In addition, both the 3D, next-gen remake Bionic Commando and the anticipated XBLA remake Bionic Commando Rearmed are to be shown. The former will be demoed, but will not be playable. The latter is likely to be playable, but hasn't been confirmed just yet.

Capcom looks at Bionic Commando Wii petition (News)

Feb 6, 2008

Who says online petitions don't work? In the latest Bionic Commando podcast, producer Ben Judd says Capcom is considering releasing a Wii version of the revived Bionic Commando series, currently tapped to arrive on PS3 and Xbox 360.

Responding to a question asking whether Capcom had seen an online petition for a Wii version, Judd said, "Yes, we have taken notice. We're very happy about that."

"All I can say right now is that we're certainly thinking about it. If there is going to be a Wii version that comes out, rest assured it's not going to be something that's announced tomorrow or in a week."

Custom Action Figures: Half-Life, Duke Nukem, MGS, Ninja Gaiden, Killzone 2 (News)

Jan 17, 2008

Jin Saotome's two latest creations are action figures based on Half-Life's Gordon Freeman (from the Half-Life series) and the 8-bit Bionic Commando. He built these two using G.I. Joe Sigma Six figures, but the results look almost worthy of retail. Freeman and the Commando even come with their signature crowbar and grappling arm, respectively. They are now up for auction on eBay via the Gaming Today link below (news.filefront.com).

Jin Saotome's website features additional custom action figures from other video games: Solid Snake (from Metal Gear Solid), Ryu (from Ninja Gaiden), and Helghast Soldier (from Killzone 2). They are currently not for sale.

The pictures of the figures are attached below.

Wii version of Bionic Commando a possibility (News)

Jan 10, 2008

Speaking to VideoGamer.com in an interview to be published on the site later today, Ben Judd said that a Wii version of the sequel to the 1988 NES original would largely depend on how much Bionic Commando's fans want it.

"If the interest is there, of course we want as many people as possible to appreciate this great franchise."

Some Wii-owners have expressed their disappointment that the game isn't currently being developed for Nintendo's motion-sensing controller, with a feeling that the Spiderman-esque swing mechanic would be well suited to the Wii Remote.

Microsoft Announces Nine New Games for Windows (News)

Jan 7, 2008

Following a lackluster CES keynote, Microsoft sent out a press release this morning touting the "powerful momentum" of Games for Windows and the addition of nine new Games for Windows-branded titles including Alone in the Dark and LEGO Indiana Jones.

The full list of new GFW games includes:
Â¿ "Alone in the Dark" (Atari)
Â¿ "Bionic Commando" (Capcom)
Â¿ "Conflict: Denied Ops" (Eidos Interactive)
Â¿ "Empire: Total War" (SEGA)
Â¿ "LEGO Indiana Jones" (LucasArts)
Â¿ "Microsoft Train Simulator 2" (Microsoft Game Studios)
Â¿ "Sins of a Solar Empire" (Stardock)
Â¿ "Space Siege" (SEGA)
Â¿ "Tomb Raider: Underworld" (Eidos Interactive)

Ben Judd States Bionic Commando Megaton Coming in January (News)

Jan 2, 2008

Ben Judd talks about a new "megaton" announcement coming later in January.

New Bionic Commando screenshots (News)

Dec 13, 2007

Dec 13, 2007 Capcom has released a few new screens for its recently revealed Bionic Commando remake. You can see them right ...

Bionic Commando Car By Volvo (News)

Dec 5, 2007

Kotaku writes:

"Nothing says Bionic Commando like a Volvo C30, am I right? Therefore, Swedish developer GRIN, responsible for development duties on the Capcom follow up, and, I assume, someone in marketing have decided to bedazzle a C30 with loads of Bionic Commando stickers. The final product? A Volvo with Bionic Commando stickers. These kinds of marketing tactics don't just fall out of the sky, people. It's hard, hard work".

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More Bionic Commando vids (News)

Oct 29, 2007

Oct 29, 2007 Refusing to let the Bionic Commando hype train loose any momentum, Capcom has released another batch of screenshots and videos following the game's reveal earlier this month. In case you missed it (or are under the age of 16), it's the sequel to the original side-scrolling platformer starring a mechanical-armed hero who could navigate around levels with his grappling hook abilities. The West-meets-East follow-up is being handled by new outfit Grin, retaining all of the swinging ...

Bionic Commando shots swing in (News)

Oct 25, 2007

Oct 25, 2007 If you didn't get enough of Capcom's recently announced next-gen reimagining of classic game Bionic Commando, even after we'd spaffed the first shots and shared our initial impressions from an eyes-on viewing, then help is at hand - we've got a whole bundle of new images in our updated gallery. There's little of the game revealed that we didn't already know, but the new images are still worth a look, since they give you a fuller idea of the world and enemies that you'll be facing ...

Capcom Gamers Day Media Bonanza (News)

Oct 19, 2007

Capcom didn't just have a number of game announcements at their recent London Gamers Day event, they also released screenshots and videos from games we already knew about. Check out the full post for media from Zack & Wiki: Quest for Barbaros' Treasure, Resident Evil: The Umbrella Chronicles, Mega Man ZX Advent, We Love Golf, Bionic Commando and Devil May Cry 4.

Bionic Commando: First look (Preview)

Oct 19, 2007

Oct 19, 2007 Remember the NES Bionic Commando from the '80s? It doesn't matter, in all honesty. This next-gen update might retain the heritage (particularly the bionic arm with helpful wire attachment) and take place 10 years after the original 2D scroller, but it's a whole new game. We were treated to an extended demo of Bionic Commando in action, during a recent Capcom event, and it's looking solid. What we were shown was basically a 'proof of concept', being little more than a small ...

Faith No More's Mike Patton to Voice Bionic Commando (News)

Oct 17, 2007

Capcom revealed in a press release yesterday that Nathan Spencer, the protagonist in the newly announced Bionic Commando game, will be voiced by former Faith No More lead singer Mike Patton.

Capcom resurrects Bionic Commando - first screens (News)

Oct 16, 2007

Oct 16, 2007 Capcom is resurrecting classic Bionic Commando in a new game in development for PS3, Xbox 360 and PC. Check out the first screens here. Bionic Commando first appeared in the late 1980s. The 2D, side-scrolling action-platformer starred a weapon-toting lead character who also happened to sport a bionic arm that acted like a grappling hook which allowed him to navigate around levels. The new title, simply called Bionic Commando, retains the 'grappling hook' gameplay but beefs it ...

Breaking News: Bionic Commando Returns!!! (News)

Oct 16, 2007

Could this be Capcom's Earth Shattering announcement?

"Released in 1988, the original Bionic Commando introduced a novel grappling hook mechanic into a stagnating side-scrolling 2D platformer genre. While the Capcom-developed game was highly regarded (and even named as one of GameSpot's Greatest Games of All Time), the franchise has been dormant outside of a 1992 Game Boy version and a 1999 Game Boy Color pseudo-sequel.

That's about to change, as Capcom has revealed to GameSpot that it is developing a new Bionic Commando game for the PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, and PC. Simply called Bionic Commando, the new game will bring back the original game's hook (pun intended), with players able to use the main character's bionic grappling arm not only to navigate levels but to take out enemies at close range, rappel down sheer surfaces, or toss objects (like cars) at enemies."

Challenges (Unlockable)

Jun 2, 2009

Go to GamesRadar to see the Unlockable ...