E3 2019 kicks off with the Electronic Arts Play presentation. The following is all the information covered during the event.
Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order
The Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order is a single player action adventure game. The presentation featured Game Director, Stig Asmussen and Head of Respawn, Vince Zampella. During the presentation, 15 minutes of unedited game-play was shown. Asmussen and Zampella described the player showcasing the game in "Let's Play" style as a skilled player. Asmussen also stated that the entire game is canon.
Release Date: November 15, 2019
Apex Legends
The Apex Legends presentation featured new content coming to the game. Jay Freshette, the community manager introduced viewers to The Legendary Hunt Event ending on June 18, 2019. During this event there will be a "Double XP" weekend from June 7 - 9, 2019. Starting July 2, 2019 season two of Apex will begin called Battle charge. A new legendary weapon will be featured in season two named L-Star. Being a care package weapon it is non-refillable and extremely powerful.
Executive Producer Drew McCoy stated during the presentation that season one didn't launch as well as they had planned, but there is some exciting news for season two. Battle passes are now stacks as well as some new content types being added. The battle pass will also feature four legendary skins; two characters and two weapons.
Apex Elite Queue provided helpful feedback to the Apex team, and McCoy announced there will be a ranked queue coming to season two. There will be six tiers ranging from Bronze to Apex Predator and will operate on a matchmaking system.
Freshette announced that the 10th legend to join the fight is Watson. Game Designer Griffin Dean, Artist Will Cho, and Writer Tom Casiello spoke about Watson's backstory, abilities, and appearance. An illustrated short was shown with her announcement. Her official trailer can be found: HERE.
McCoy teased at the end of the presentation that there is something new coming to Kings Canyon.
Double XP Weekend: June 7 - 9
Season 2 Release Date: July 2, 2019
Battlefield V
Battlefield V featured a presentation of new features coming to the game o. Adam Freeman, the community manager stated these updates are coming in the upcoming months. Marita, new map coming to Battlefield V is the first update showcased. Producer Ryan McArthur, spoke about the new map describing it as a "Creative chaos." The map is based on Greece and will be released in July. The trailer can be found: HERE.
Al Sundan is the second map shown and features an African desert. McArthur describes this map as a "Wide open experience." Al Sundan will be the first map released on June 27th, 2019.
Coming August is a contrast to the large maps announced so far in Lofoten Islands and Provence. Producer Lars Gustavsson spoke about these close-quarters maps. Gustavsson also gave insight about community details. The max rank will be increased from 50 to 500. There will also be milestone ranks containing different rewards. Battlefield V will also be adding private games with customization for each game coming out in September.
The final map announced is Operation Underground. Coming October between Chapter four and five, the urban like map features combat in just about everywhere you can imagine.
Never before seen details about Chapter five were showcased in a trailer at the end of the presentation. The trailer can be found: HERE.
Battlefield V - Chapter 4: June 27, 2019
Fifa 20
The Fifa 20 trailer kicked off with official trailer for the game. The trailer can be found: HERE. A clear emphasis on street football was prevalent during the presentation. A video package showcased Volta's character customization containing, gender, clothing, and accessories.
Lead Game-play Producer Sam Rivera, stated how important community feedback is. He also stated that there will be a bigger emphasis on 1-on-1 opportunities. Rivera also touched on composed finishing, spin kicks, and ball mechanics. The goal is to create a more rewarding experience and keeping the game realistic.
Release Date: September 27, 2019
EA Access Release Date: September 19, 2019
Madden NFL 20
A video package kicked off the Madden 20 presentation featuring Patrick Mahomes. Community Manager Israel Cruz talked about the drafting process in the game and how they payed attention to detail in the process of creation.
Pro bowl is also returning to Madden 20. Dynamic challenges were also shown during the presentation as a part of the new "Scenario Engine".
Cruz showed video of new formations being added to the game. He stated that it was a community request to improve the playbooks.
X-Factor Abilities have been added to Madden 20. Based on the player they have different characteristics that help improve their play. These abilities are split into zone abilities and superstar abilities. Zone abilities are based on in game objectives to get your player into the zone, while superstar abilities are always available and are authentic to each player.
Clint Oldenburg, Senior Game-play designer, for Madden 20. Oldenburg stated that information on different super stars having different abilities. By completing different challenges in the game allows a player to unlock these abilities. In the case of Patrick Mahomes, by completing passes, Mahomes can throw the ball farther. There is also ways to get players out of the zone. Similarly to player specific abilities, there are player specific animations.
Oldenburg spoke about two new mechanics coming to Madden 20. There is a scramble mechanic which allows a quarterback to become a ball carrier and a pump-fake mechanic which is a fake throw.
Release Date: August 2, 2019
The Sims 4
The Sims is a franchised loved by many. There are new features being added to The Sims 4. Starting off with the announcements, Executive Producer Lyndsay Pearson and Senior Producer Michael Duke showed a trailer for Island Living, which allows Sims to live on an island paradise. There is full customization of what you're character looks like featuring new island wear. There will also be open water game-play which allows sims to enter the water. A video package of an active volcano was also shown.
Duke states that "It wouldn't be The Sims if you couldn't make friends." While on the island Sims can make friends with different animals including Dolphins.
On the beach, there are new activities to partake in. Pearson talks about building sand castles, getting sun burnt, and playing pranks.
Conservationist is an occupation in the game that allows Sims to take care of the island. Relevant to real world issues, the island will change over time. If the player chooses to take care of the island they will be rewarded with beautiful nature. Other occupations include fishing, diving, and life guarding.
A new feature coming to the island is the introduction of the Elemental. These spirit like creatures will unlock different features based on how in touch you are with the island.
The player also has the choice to create mermaid Sims. Being male or female mermaids have some mystery too them that wasn't revealed.
Joey Graceffa, known for his YouTube channel as well as Producer and Content Creator. Graceffa announced that a partnership with the "It Gets Better" project and The Sims to create pride based accessories including a gender neutral bathroom. The goal for this is for everyone to be included.
The final announcement to conclude The Sims 4 presentation is the "Realm of Magic" game pack coming this fall. More information will be revealed later this year.
.Pride Content Available: June 18, 2019
The Sims 4 - Island Living Release Date: June 21, 2019
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