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'{{Infobox video game |title = Dead Island |image = [[File:Dead island PC packshot.png|256px]] |caption = PAL cover art | developer = [[Techland]] | publisher = [[Deep Silver]] |distributor = [[Square Enix]] (for North America)<ref>{{cite web | url = http://arstechnica.com/gaming/news/2011/05/why-deep-silver-needed-square-enix-to-distribute-dead-island.ars | title = Why Deep Silver needed Square-Enix to distribute Dead Island| accessdate =May 7, 2011}}</ref> |designer = |license = |series = |engine = [[Chrome Engine]] 5<ref name = "Dead Island">{{cite web | url = http://www.gamepur.com/files/imagepicker/6/Dead_Island_Xbox_360_box_art.jpg | title = Dead Island is coming, with more information released| date = February 17, 2011 | accessdate =February 18, 2011}}</ref> |version = |released = {{vgrelease new|NA|2011-09-06|PAL|2011-09-09}}<ref>http://www.facebook.com/deadislandgame/posts/216729708350478</ref> |genre = [[First-person shooter]], [[Open world|Sandbox]] |modes = [[Single-player video game|Single-player]], [[Multiplayer video game|Multiplayer]] |ratings ={{vgratings|ACB=MA15+|ESRB=M|PEGI=16|BBFC=18}} |platforms = [[Microsoft Windows]], [[PlayStation 3]], [[Xbox 360]] |media = [[Optical disc]], [[Online distribution|Download]], [[Cloud computing]] |requirements = |Official Site = www.deadisland.com }} '''''Dead Island''''' is an upcoming [[open world]] [[action-adventure game|horror action adventure]] video game in development by [[Techland]] for [[Microsoft Windows]], [[PlayStation 3]] and [[Xbox 360]]. It is centered on the challenge of survival on a [[zombie]]-infested island with a major emphasis on [[melee]] combat. ==Gameplay== [[Image:Xian Mei Axe.jpg|thumb|left|A promotional still featuring Xian Mei, one of the four main characters, preparing to attack oncoming zombies.]] ''Dead Island'' will feature [[open world]] gameplay, played from a [[First person (video games)|first person]] perspective, with up to four-player co-operative play in a heavily interactive environment. The focus will be on melee combat, incorporating customizable weaponry, vehicular customization/combat, and [[Role-playing video game|RPG]] elements. There is an [[Experience point|experience system]] and a [[skill tree]] system. There is also a stamina bar, meaning that after a set amount of action with a weapon, the character will need to stop to regain their stamina before continuing to attack. It has also been confirmed that there are "special class" zombies, which are more powerful than the standard zombie.<ref name="Hamza CTC Aziz">{{cite web|author="Hamza CTC Aziz" |url=http://www.destructoid.com/impressions-your-first-look-at-dead-island-194120.phtml |title=Impressions: Your first look at Dead Island |publisher=Destructoid |date= |accessdate=2011-02-19}}</ref> Players will need to use flashlights in dark areas and during night time sections throughout the game, adding suspense to the game.<ref>{{cite web|author="J"|url=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hdugWbiUyCo|title=Dead Island-Gameplay-Interview |publisher=GameTrailers |date= |accessdate=2011-03-03}}</ref> Changing seasons have been confirmed to not take place during the game, although a weather system is in effect.<ref>http://www.facebook.com/topic.php?uid=109294299094020&topic=706</ref> Although there is a child being "infected" in the original "Dead Island" trailer, it has been stated that there will be no children zombies in the game. The developers feel that the lack of children adds an element of reality, showing that they "just didn't make it."<ref>{{cite web|title=Developer Interview|url=http://deadislandfansite.blogspot.com/2011/04/developer-interview.html|accessdate=18 April 2011}}</ref> ==Plot== The game is set in the Palms Resort, in fictional Banoi, located off the coast of [[Papua New Guinea]].<ref>{{cite web|author=Deep Silver |url=http://deadisland.deepsilver.com/infos.php |title=Dead Island Age Gate |publisher=Deadisland.deepsilver.com |date= |accessdate=2011-02-18}}</ref> The first mission serves as the tutorial. The character wakes up with a man shouting at them to respond in order to ascertain that they are not a zombie. After they respond, the man puts the bat away and replies that he doesn't think he would have gone through with the act of killing them. Once they awaken, they wander around the shack where other survivors are hiding out. There you are approached by a young woman asking you to help the lifeguard outside. They then leave the shack and find a lifeguard fighting off several zombies. The character then picks up a dingy paddle and kills the attacking zombies. The lifeguard thanks the character, then guides them to a lifeguard station which they secure with other terrified survivors/tourists. He then explains that they are going to need food if help doesn't arrive soon, and suggests that they help other survivors around the station. ==Characters== *'''Xian Mei''', an employee at the Royal Palms Resort. Born and raised in China, she chose an occupation that allowed her to leave her country of birth in order to experience different people and cultures. She is a fast learner, intelligent, and also-as a passionate sportswoman-quick on her feet. Having just arrived at Banoi Island, Xian Mei was responsible for a myriad of menial tasks at the hotel, before starting work as a receptionist. This opportunity to meet and greet all the different nationalities that visited the hotel was ideal for Xian Mei, as it provided a perfect source of inspiration for her dreams of travelling the globe. *'''Sam B''', a one-hit wonder rap star of fading fame. He was booked by the Royal Palms Resort to perform his well known song "Who Do You Voodoo?" at a high profile hotel party. He gladly took the chance to play this gig. Once strong, self-confident and proud, Sam B has had a troubled past and a history of drug and alcohol abuse, as his private life became caught in a haze of fake friends and bad advisors. *'''Logan''', a former [[NFL]] star, spoiled by life and successful in every possible way. Logan's ego finally put an end to his bright future. Taking part in a reckless street race with tragic consequences, Logan not only killed a young woman-his unfortunate passenger-he also fractured his knee, putting an end to his sports career. His fall from stardom inevitably followed and he plunged swiftly into a life of bitterness and despair. In an attempt to get away from the demons hunting him, he gladly takes the chance to experience the beauties and wonders of Banoi Island. *'''Purna''', TBA ==Enemies== Details about specific in-game enemies have been sparse, but a few enemies have been confirmed. These are "The Suicider", a large enemy with boils upon its body, heavily disfiguring it; "The Butcher", a humanoid-shaped zombie with long hair, and missing both arms from the elbow, with only bones sticking out of the sockets; "The Thug", which will knock players over, stunning them; "The Ram", a large man wrapped in a strait-jacket with a mask covering his mouth and finally "The Drowner", another large disfigured enemy covered in slime with large red eyes.<ref> http://www.dead-island.com/forums/members/300/albums/dead-island-enemies/</ref> ==Development== ''Dead Island'' will be published by [[Deep Silver]].<ref name="DSilver">{{cite web | url=http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2011-02-17-techlands-dead-island-resurrected | title=Dead Island published by Deep Silver | last=Purchese | first=Rob | publisher= [[Eurogamer]] | date=2011-02-17 | accessdate=2011-02-17}}</ref> [[Image:DeadIslang Logos.jpg|thumb|left|The original ''Dead Island'' logo (top) and the censored version for release in North America (bottom).]] The zombies have fully-modelled layers of meat and muscle rendered onto their bodies, meaning they have a multi-layered damage system with real-time injuries.<ref>{{cite web|author="Josh" |url=http://www.videogamesblogger.com/2011/02/17/dead-island-announcement-trailer-xbox-360-ps3-pc.htm | title= Dead Island announcement trailer |publisher= VideoGamesBlogger |date= |accessdate=2011-02-19}}</ref> A trailer featuring the transformation of a young girl into a zombie, played in a [[Nonlinear narrative|nonlinear sequence]], was commented upon by Ben Parfitt of [[Market for Home Computing and Video Games|MCV]]. Parfitt praised the trailer itself, but criticized the online reaction to it, writing "It's a video that uses an image of a dead girl and images of her dying to create an emotional bond with a product."<ref>{{cite web|url=http://uk.ign.com/videos/2011/02/16/dead-island-announcement-trailer|title=Dead Island - Announcement Trailer|date=2011-02-16|publisher=IGN|accessdate=2011-02-17}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.mcvuk.com/news/43094/OPINION-That-Dead-Island-trailer|title=OPINION: That Dead Island trailer|last=Parfitt|first=Ben|date=2011-02-17|publisher=''[[Market for Home Computing and Video Games|MCV]]''|accessdate=2011-02-17}}</ref> ''[[Wired (magazine)|Wired]]'' exclaimed, "It may be the best video game trailer I’ve ever seen; gorgeous, well-edited and emotionally engaging." However Wired urged caution, stating that Techland did not make the trailer and that "everyone is hyped up about a short film, not the game itself."<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.wired.com/gamelife/2011/02/dead-island-trailer/|title=Don’t Get Caught Up in Dead Island Trailer Hype|last=Schreier|first=Jason|date=2011-02-17|publisher=''[[Wired (magazine)|Wired]]''|accessdate=2011-02-18}}</ref> Dead Island was originally stated to be released in 2008, developed by Techland and produced by Adrian Ciszewski <ref>{{cite journal |last1=Osborn |first1=Chuck |year=2008-03 |title=[[PC Gamer]]|volume= 15| issue = 172 |pages=38 |publisher=Future US, Inc }}</ref> but was delayed. On March 21, 2011, gaming licenser [[ESRB]] announced that the original version of the ''Dead Island'' logo was not suitable for release in [[North America]], and Deep Silver was told to change it. Instead of the hanging corpse in the original logo, it was changed to a zombie standing by the tree. This logo change will currently only appear on the boxart of the North American release, with the logo remaining unchanged in other territories.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://uk.pc.ign.com/articles/115/1156850p1.html|title=Dead Island Logo Censored in NA|last=Reilly|first=Jim|date=2011-03-21|publisher=''[[IGN]]''|accessdate=2011-06-03}}</ref> On May 17, 2011, an official teaser trailer featuring some gameplay aspects was released on the official Dead Island YouTube channel. The trailer focuses on the island itself, along with photographs of people on holiday, with zombies intercepting the screen towards the end. The teaser is known as "Part 1: Tragedy Hits Paradise", hinting at other future teasers.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bm8znL8e2lM|title=Dead Island Teaser "Part 1: Tragedy Hits Paradise"|date=2011-05-17|publisher=Dead Island/YouTube|accessdate=2011-05-17}}</ref> On May 23, 2011, a video on ''[[GameTrailers]]'' for the game was released which demonstrates actual gameplay. On June 6, 2011, ''Dead Island'' updated its YouTube account with the E3 trailer, titled "''Part 2: Dead Island Begins''",<ref>http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qecDJSI3Ncc</ref> with the announcement of its release being set for September 6, 2011 for the US, and September 9, 2011 for the worldwide release. On June 9, 2011 a video was released talking about the multiplayer aspect of the game. ==Marketing== In Australia, a collector's edition was available to pre-order exclusively from [[EB Games Australia|EB Games]]. The collector's edition came with a Turtle Beach X11 headset, Ripper Weapon DLC and Bloodbath Arena DLC.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.kotaku.com.au/2011/06/dead-island-has-a-pre-order-bonus-that-is-actually-useful/|title=Dead Island Has A Pre-Order Bonus That Is Actually Useful|publisher=[[Kotaku]]|first=Mark|last=Serrels|date=2011-06-28}}</ref> On July 20th, Dead Island became available for Pre-Purchase on Steam. In [[PlayStation Home]] (North American version), the PlayStation 3's social gaming network, users can pre-order ''Dead Island'' from a special kiosk in the Central Plaza (Home's central meeting point) and receive an "Exploding Zombie Outfit" (features a remote option for users to explode) for their Home avatar.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://blog.us.playstation.com/2011/08/03/coming-to-home-dead-island-zombie-survival-quiz-magic-the-gathering-game-night-new-items/|title=Coming to Home: Dead Island Zombie Survival Quiz, Magic: The Gathering Game Night + New Items|date=2011-08-03|author=GlassWalls|publisher=SCEA|accessdate=2011-08-03}}</ref> ==References== {{Reflist}} ==External links== *[http://deadisland.deepsilver.com/deadisland.php Official Dead Island Site] *[http://www.youtube.com/deadislandgame Official YouTube Channel] *[http://www.facebook.com/deadislandgame Official Facebook page] [[Category:Windows games]] [[Category:Video games developed in Poland]] [[Category:Xbox 360 games]] [[Category:PlayStation 3 games]] [[Category:Upcoming video games]] [[Category:Upcoming video games scheduled for 2011]] [[Category:Zombie video games]] [[Category:Open world video games]] [[es:Dead Island]] [[fr:Dead Island]] [[it:Dead Island]] [[pl:Dead Island]] [[ru:Dead Island]] [[sv:Dead Island]]'