Ubisoft Game News

Haze Video Tool

Fri, 27 Jun 2008 22:53:00 GMT

Courtesy of the UK, check out this great activity that lets you customize a video about Haze. Surprise your buddy by putting his own name and information in the video!

Q&A with Derek Littlewood

Tue, 20 May 2008 22:44:00 GMT

Forum manager ms-kleaneasy and moderator deded999 had a chat with Derek Littlewood and posted the Q&A in the Haze forums. Interested in learning more?

Haze Demo Available on PSN

Thu, 08 May 2008 20:06:00 GMT

The demo for Haze is now available on the Playstation Network! Play through the beginning of the game by yourself or with up to 3 of your friends! For an extra challenge try it on hard mode and see how it treats you.

Korn Singer Talks Haze

Thu, 08 May 2008 00:13:00 GMT

Fresh on the heels of the new Haze/Korn mashup contest over at Gametrailers, we have a video of Jonathan Davis, the singer and songwriter for Korn, discussing his experience with Haze.

Haze Playstation Blog with Demo Details

Wed, 07 May 2008 19:24:00 GMT

Today we launched a Haze Playstation blog with information about the demo that launches in the US tomorrow and a few screenshots of the game in action.

HAZE/KORN Mashup Contest

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 21:52:00 GMT

Ubisoft and Gametrailers have joined forces to bring you the mashup contest where you create the music video for the "Haze" song created by Korn just for the game! Check out the page, download the assets, and create your video for a chance to win a TV and customized guitar, a PS3, a signed copy of the game, and more.

"Haze" Song by Korn is Available

Wed, 23 Apr 2008 22:21:00 GMT

Today, Ubisoft and EMI announced that “Haze,” the original song inspired by Ubisoft’s upcoming Haze video game and composed by multi-platinum-selling ground-breaking hard rock band Korn, is now available for purchase via online music download sites. The single “Haze” is also included on the enhanced CD version of the KORN untitled album released on April 21st in Europe, Japan, Australia and New Zealand.

New Screenshot: Crashed Plane

Thu, 17 Apr 2008 20:45:00 GMT

We've released a brand new Haze screenshot on the heels of our announcement of the upcoming Haze demo. In the screenshot, Mantel troopers assault a crashed plane and take on the resistance they find there.

Haze Demo Announced

Tue, 15 Apr 2008 21:25:00 GMT

Try Haze out before it launches May 20! Coming exclusively to the PLAYSTATION®Network in early May, this playable demo will give gamers a taste of not only the single-player campaign in Haze, but will also allow up to four-player, drop-in drop-out co-op play online.

New Haze Previews and Hands-On

Fri, 04 Apr 2008 23:09:00 GMT

There are several new previews and hands-on impressions for Haze as the game comes closer and closer to release! If you're excited to learn more about the game check out any of the links after the jump.

Haze on Sci Fi Channel

Mon, 17 Mar 2008 19:58:00 GMT

Free Radical scriptwriter Rob Yescombe took some time recently to show Haze off to the Sci Fi channel in the UK. We don't have a link to where it appears on the channel so keep your eyes peeled! In the meantime, the video has found its way onto Youtube.

New Haze Screenshots!

Mon, 17 Mar 2008 19:44:00 GMT

4 new screenshots have been released to show off the gameplay for Haze. Get an eyeful of vehicular combat and aerial warfare on the screenshots page.

IGN Dev Blog: The Promise Hand

Wed, 27 Feb 2008 22:57:00 GMT

Free Radical has released a new developer blog on IGN. This blog is all about the rebel faction in Haze, officially known as The Promise Hand. Check it out for information, art, and screenshots about the rebels!

Read the Blog

Haze Community Wallpaper Competition

Fri, 15 Feb 2008 23:51:00 GMT

Are you a Haze fan with a knack for graphics editing? Well, we're holding a wallpaper competition on the official forums, where the biggest Haze fans submit entries to vie for the prize. The winner will get their wallpaper posted here on the official website!

Haze on 10 to Watch for 2008

Thu, 10 Jan 2008 22:05:00 GMT

Haze has made GameInformer's list of the top 10 games to watch in 2008! Why? Well, according to GameInformer, "Haze’s unique perspective—and solid pedigree—make it one to watch out for."

Frag Dolls Visit Free Radical

Tue, 04 Dec 2007 01:25:00 GMT

The Frag Dolls have invaded Free Radical's development studio in Nottingham, UK to get a first-hand look behind the scenes of the game and find out what makes a game like Haze tick. Check out this video interview between Jinx and her victims: Derek Littlewood, the project lead, and Rob Yescombe, the script writer.

Streets of Britain Video

Wed, 14 Nov 2007 23:18:00 GMT

In the new "Streets of Britain" video on GameTrailers, Rob Yescombe takes viewers on a tour of Nottingham and the Free Radical studios to find out how much people are looking forward to haze and show what kind of environment the developers work in.

Haze Spins the Moral Compass

Tue, 06 Nov 2007 01:21:00 GMT

Gamasutra has posted a lengthy interview with Derek Littlewood about the moral issues presented by Haze and about his history in the gaming industry.

Rebel Combat Capabilities

Wed, 31 Oct 2007 22:43:00 GMT

Without the power of Nectar at your disposal, you will have to lean to think on your feet. Fortunately rebels have a number of unique skills and tricks

Promised Hand Weapons

Wed, 24 Oct 2007 18:13:00 GMT

The Mantel troopers may have the backing of the best technology in the world, but the Promised Hand uses their standard weapons with maximum efficiency. Find out what they have to work with.

Mantel Trooper Weapons

Wed, 17 Oct 2007 23:53:00 GMT

In this week's update we'll introduce the weapons you'll have to work with as a Mantel Trooper. As a global corporation, Mantel is able to support its troopers with state-of-the-art equipment, and it shows.

New Nectar Abilities Announced

Wed, 10 Oct 2007 17:37:00 GMT

Hungry for more information about Haze? Check out these new details about the additional abilities Mantel troopers gain under the influence of Necter! Read up and then let us know what you think is the best in the new poll!

New Developer Blog - The Sound of Haze

Thu, 20 Sep 2007 20:41:00 GMT

The Haze developers have posted a new dev blog over on IGN! In this blog you can learn more about Graeme Norgate's job. He's in charge of making the sound on Haze as amazing as the previous titles he's worked on, GoldenEye and Perfect Dark. In addition to all the new information in the blog, you can also download 2 music tracks from the game!

LGC Screenshots Added

Thu, 30 Aug 2007 23:30:00 GMT

Following the Leipzig Games Convention we've added 6 new Haze screenshots to the Screenshots section. These screenshots show off some environments and give you a look at the rebel side of the game.

Haze Impresses Media at PAX/LGC

Tue, 28 Aug 2007 21:35:00 GMT

Haze has wowed the press and lucky consumers who had a chance to see and play the game at the Leipzig Games Convention and Penny Arcade Expo this past weekend. Check out all the great things the press has to say about the game.

Developer Blog #3 on IGN

Sat, 18 Aug 2007 00:06:00 GMT

The third developer blog from Rob Yescombe, FRD script writer for Haze, has been posted on IGN. In this blog Rob shows off the graphics of the game and shows some examples of the complex filters applied to create such stunning graphics for the game.

Dev Diary 3 Posted

Wed, 08 Aug 2007 18:08:00 GMT

The third development diary is now available in the videos section. According to Dave Doak, Mantel may not be all it cracked up to be.

New Screenshots Posted

Wed, 08 Aug 2007 17:41:00 GMT

We've posted 9 new screenshots showing off 2 different environments and the light and heavy troopers.

Community Signature Winners Chosen!

Tue, 31 Jul 2007 01:28:00 GMT

The 3 winners of the Haze community signature contest have been announced!

Gamespy gives Haze Top 5 PS3 Games of E3

Fri, 20 Jul 2007 19:36:00 GMT

The judgement is in! Gamespy has listed its top games of E3, and given Haze a nod for top 5 PS3 games.

Dev Diary 2 Is Now Available

Wed, 18 Jul 2007 19:48:00 GMT

The second dev diary from Free Radical is now available for download in the video section!

Developer Blog #2 on IGN

Fri, 06 Jul 2007 22:09:00 GMT

The second developer blog from Rob Yescombe of Free Radical is now available for your reading pleasure over on IGN.

Haze on Next Generation

Mon, 25 Jun 2007 20:33:00 GMT

An article on Next Generation thinks Haze is set to raise the bar in engaging next gen gaming experiences.

Developer Blog on IGN

Thu, 14 Jun 2007 17:14:00 GMT

IGN has just launched a new developer blog for Haze, written by scriptwriter Rob Yescome, who introduces readers to the minds behind Haze in this first entry.

Dev Diary 1 with Dave Doak

Wed, 13 Jun 2007 18:07:00 GMT

The first video dev diary with Dave Doak is now available.

Watch the UbiDays Trailer

Thu, 07 Jun 2007 21:35:00 GMT

Check out the newest trailer for HAZE, first released at the recent UbiDays event, now on the official HAZE website.

Click here to watch it

Welcome to the new Haze Website

Tue, 22 May 2007 17:55:00 GMT

Welcome to the new website for Haze, the upcoming Free Radical game published by Ubisoft that allows you to step into the shoes of a Mantel trooper...