His hometown is currently roiling under the impact of a controversial new national security law imposed by Beijing that strips Hong Kong of many of its former freedoms, which came into effect July 1 - the anniversary of Britain’s handover of the territory to China.
Square picked up the rights to the title, albeit without the True Crime IP attached, in August that year.Hong Kong “Mulan” star Donnie Yen this week reiterated his political loyalty to mainland China as he teased work on the upcoming theatrical adaptation of popular video game “ Sleeping Dogs” and announced “Golden Empire,” a new China-backed crime thriller. The announcement marks a tumultuous journey for the game, which was dropped by Activision Blizzard in February 2011. Shots and a frankly mental live action trailer have been released. Environmental takedowns include circular saws, phone booths, incinerators and fridge doors. Much is being made of the "intuitive and imaginative combat system, which includes an "extensive set" of martial arts moves and the ability to singlehandedly taking on numerous opponents. Working together we can make sure that Sleeping Dogs is the most intense and immersive experience it can be.”Īccording to Square, "every street corner, market stall, harbour dock or city skyscraper can become an opportunity for intense shoot-outs, adrenaline-fuelled street races and intense, brutal martial arts combat." “The extensive experience both our studios have in creating compelling openworld gameplay and rich and rewarding combat makes for a perfect partnership. “Working on Sleeping Dogs has been such a huge passion for the team at United Front Games and we’re really pleased to be working with Square Enix London Studios,” said United Front's Stephen Van Der Mescht. “Sleeping Dogs has one of the best melee combat systems out there – it’s super brutal with devastating takedown moves, and when added to UFG’s proven heritage in driving games, a first class story and the vibrant backdrop of the Hong Kong underworld we get a fiery recipe with fun written all over it.” “From the moment you pick up the controller and experience the blend of driving, close combat and shooting you know you’re playing something fresh and a bit special,” said Lee Singleton, Square's London Studios GM. Wei begins to question his own motives as he gets sucked deeper into the syndicate. The whole thing's set on Hong Kong island, and sets itself in a story of loyalty and betrayal.
Sleeping Dogs puts you in the shoes of of undercover cop Wei Shen, tasked with taking down the Triads from the inside. The game has been announced by Square Enix London Studios "in collaboration" with UFG. It's true: UFG's True Crime: Hong Kong has been renamed Sleeping Dogs, and will release in the second half of this year for PS3, 360 and PC. Out in the second half of 2012 for PS3, 360 and PC. Rumoured to be rebranded as Sleeping Dogs at a US event last night.įeatures a storyline in which an undercover cop attempts to take down the Triads. Was dropped by Activision and bought by Square Enix in 2011. Started life as True Crime: Hong Kong, developed by United Front Games. Confirming US leaks in the last 24 hours, Square's unveiled Sleeping Dogs, the final form of United Front Games' True Crime: Hong Kong.
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