E3 2011: Blackwater is Kinect-enabled FPS

MCV Staff 8th June 2011 Business News

505 Games is hoping to reinvent the modern shooter with its new Kinect exclusive, Blackwater.

Developed by Zombie Studios and produced by Pantierra, Blackwater introduces engaging, controller-free abilities to the FPS genre through Kinect’s motion sensing abilities – though a traditional controller can also be used.

The Blackwater team is comprised of an amazing group of individuals and we’re proud to work with them to create a video game that showcases their talent and courage,” said Ian Howe, president of 505 Games.

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