First Screens: Die Hard: Vendetta
See the first shots of Die Hard: Vendetta.

February 19, 2002 - Today Bits studios announced the official name and first screenshots of its long anticipated first-person shooter, Die Hard: Vendetta. The GameCube exclusive pits gamers in the shoes of none other than John McClane himself, perhaps the most unfortunate cop in motion picture history. Die Hard: Vendetta is entirely original with an all-new storyline, as well as "spectacular graphics and innovative gameplay," according to Fox and Vivendi. The storyline follows the exploits of respected police officer John McClane (Bruce Willis' character in the movies) years after the last sequel left off. McClane has long since retired and is living in Los Angeles, California, where the majority of the game takes place, according to a Vivendi spokesperson. Shortly after graduating police academy, McClane's daughter Lucy, now obviously much older, comes face to face with the son of McClane's old enemy Hans Gruber, the European terrorist featured in the first film -- and he is of course out for revenge.

Bits Studios says that the first-person shooter gameplay stresses tactics and stealth as much as big, bold gun work. The developers further promise "unprecedented character interaction and amazing in-game cinematics." The entire experience promises to offer up more than 12 levels and features "a new hero mode, The Matrix-style effects and state of the art AI." Players will be able to control either McClane or his daughter depending on the situation. Last we heard Die Hard: Vendetta only serves up single-player action, but developer Bits is allegedly working on including a four-player mode too. Let's hope the team has time to implement an equally impressive multiplayer mode.



Die Hard: Vendetta is scheduled for release at the end of 2002 for both the US and Europe. cube zone will keep you informed of the latest developments in the coming months. In the meantime, check out our media section below for the first screenshots of Die Hard: Vendetta.