Sony Online Entertainment has Launched Free-To-Play Shooter PlanetSide 2 in North America and Europe and to celebrate the game the company has released a brand new trailer.
"PlanetSide 2 sets the new standard for shooters," said John Smedley, President of Sony Online Entertainment in a press release. "With thousands of players fighting simultaneously across several beautiful, massive continents, the size and intensity of PlanetSide 2 has no equal. You've never played anything like it."
The game is a sequel to the original PlanetSide that released back in 2003. As in the first game the plot centers around three warring fractions as they fight for control of territory on the planet Auraxis.
PlanetSide 2 is built on new engine and will feature massive multiplayer battles, distinct empires, and enormous continents where players will experience intense ground and air combat.
"We set out to create a massive, unprecedented game, and we succeeded. PlanetSide 2 will break records for its size and combat," said Matt Higby, Creative Director of PlanetSide 2 at Sony Online Entertainment. "Now, it's the players' turn to make history. The war stories of brutal combat, acts of valor, casualties and victories from beta testing have been epic. But, the slate is clean, and the game has launched. It's time to create legends."
PlanetSide 2 will have six classes for gamers to choose from as they fight for control of key territories and resources on the three continents - Indar, Esamir and Amerish.
In order to be successful in the game, players will have to form alliances with other players and figure out a long-term strategy the large and intense battles that could last for days, according to Sony Online Entertainment.
"PlanetSide 2 is designed to enable player-driven combat where teammates rely on each other to succeed and survive. With so much control in the hands of the players, every day we learn more about what they can and will do in Auraxis," said Higby. "We've launched, but development will never be done. We have tons of plans in place and content in development to help fuel years of battle."
The game will also feature a way to broadcast game footage through Twitch, the largest video platform and community for gamers.
PlanetSide 2 is now available as a "Free-To-Play" title on PC systems via digital download. There is also a Premium Membership option for $9.99 per month. The premium membership includes "scalable gains for resources, XP and passive cert points."
Check out the new trailer below and comment on the game in the comment section.
