Microsoft working on a AAA shooter for Kinect
The much rumored Gears of War Kinect title isn’t the only game hardcore Kinect owners can look forward to. Microsoft Vancouver has just launched its official site, which reveals that the studio is currently developing new titles for “Core” gamers.
”MGS Vancouver is building a world-class development team in Vancouver, BC, Canada, dedicated to making games for “core” gamers. Our mission is to push the limits of proven and unexplored game development and show the world what’s possible on Microsoft’s game consoles. And yes, we’re also an awesome place to work!”
The resume of Shawn Woods, Senior Artist, confirms that one of those titles will be gracing the Kinect. Here’s the scoop:
Microsoft Game Studios (Zipline Studios)
Feb 2010 to Present
Vancouver, CanadaArt Director/Senior Artist (Characters)
Original team member in a new studio with a start-up mentality, hired a team of artists to create social microtransaction games. Over the course of the year, our studio strategy has changed and now focuses on developing a core AAA shooter experience using Kinect. Member of the MGS Creative Councel to promote job training to artists across all Microsoft Game Studios.
There you have it. Expect an announcement from Microsoft at this year’s E3. Hopefully, it will be accompanied by the Gears of War reveal as well.
