SOCOM: U.S. Navy SEALs Confrontation

Platform(s): PlayStation 3
Genre: Action
Publisher: SCEA
Developer: Slant Six
Release Date: Oct. 14, 2008 (US), March 13, 2009 (EU)

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'SOCOM: U.S. Navy SEALs Confrontation' (PS3) Beta Delayed, But Extended

by Rainier on Sept. 2, 2008 @ 4:36 p.m. PDT

SOCOM Confrontation focuses on online play and the global community and clans with support for Tournaments, Clan Ladders, Leader Boards, as well as the ability to modify their appearance through facial and physical customization. SOCOM Confrontation deploys with five new North African themed maps, including a 32-player version of "Crossroads."

Following its success as the number one online PS2 franchise, SOCOM: U.S. Navy SEALs breaches onto the PS3 in high-definition this holiday-season. SOCOM Confrontation delivers the ultimate next-generation online combat experience made possible by the power of PS3.

Last month SCEA revealed the beta launch, which was supposed to launch yesterday but has now been pushed until Sept. 5 for pre-orders and for Qore subscribers until Sept. 12. To make up for the delay, the beta period has been extended until Oct. 5.

SOCOM Confrontation focuses on online play and the global community and clans that support it. With support for Tournaments, Clan Ladders, Leader Boards, this latest title in the multi-million unit selling franchise is exactly what SOCOM fans have been clamoring for. Additionally, players will be able to modify their appearance through facial and physical customization.

A global-scale experience, SOCOM Confrontation gives players the opportunity to battle against the best and brightest from the U.S., Europe and Asia.

SOCOM Confrontation deploys with five new North African themed maps, including a 32-player version of "Crossroads." Additional themed packs for SOCOM Confrontation will be made available for download via the PlayStation Store.

Features:

  • Ultimate 32-player online combat experience featuring stunning high-definition visuals, advanced physics, ballistics, impact and destruction modeling
  • Rich interactive and destructible environments supporting multiple game types
  • Full support of the SixAxis wireless controller, offering greater control
  • Choice of playing as various International Special Forces
  • Advanced voice communication systems and immersive audio
  • Comprehensive player customization including fully featured load out, encumbrance and unique uniforms
  • Up to seven different game modes are available on each map
  • Advanced player matching, players can form a team with their friends and easily join an online game
  • Regional combat or challenge teams from around the world
  • Additional themed downloadable content packs available post launch

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