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Rockstar Games bringing L.A. Noire to the PS4, Xbox One, Switch, VIVE on November 14th

Now this is a rumor that we never thought would be true… but alas, it is!  Rockstar Games has announced that they are re-releasing L.A. Noire for current gen systems, and in VR too for the HTC VIVE, in the somewhat near future.

The Switch version will feature the original game and all DLC and new Switch-specific gameplay enhancements, such as HD rumble and motion controls.  The PS4/PS4 Pro, Xbox One/Xbox One X versions will feature visual enhancements above and beyond the original, including lighting, camera angles, increased resolution, textures and more.  The Vive version will have several cases from the game rebuilt in VR format.

See the announcement below.  Hopefully we’ll get a look at the game soon.

Rockstar Games, a publishing label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc., is proud to announce new versions of the blockbuster detective thriller, L.A. Noire, are scheduled to release on November 14, 2017 for the Nintendo Switch system, PlayStation 4 computer entertainment systems and for Xbox One games and entertainment systems.

Alongside these three new console versions comes LA Noire: The VR Case Files, featuring seven select cases from the original game rebuilt specifically for a virtual reality experience on the HTC VIVE system.

L.A. Noire takes place in the seedy and violent underbelly of 1940?s Los Angeles as decorated veteran and newly minted detective, Cole Phelps investigates an escalating series of cases inspired by real-world crimes. Each successfully solved case brings Phelps greater success, but also brings him closer to the dark criminal heart of post-war L.A. The game was an Official Selection of the Tribeca Film Festival for its cinematic approach to gameplay and narrative.

Utilizing a unique type of facial capture technology called MotionScan, L.A. Noire breathes unprecedented life into character performances, creating brand new gameplay out of the art of interrogation.

?We?re excited to bring L.A. Noire?s unique mix of real detective work, classic Hollywood atmosphere and thrilling action to these new platforms,? said Sam Houser, Founder of Rockstar Games.  ?Now with a choice of spectacular virtual reality, stunning 4K, or the freedom of portable play, these enhanced versions are a perfect opportunity for players to experience this richly detailed world in a whole new way.”

L.A. Noire: The VR Case Files for HTC Vive delivers seven of the original engrossing, self-contained cases from LA Noire rebuilt specifically for virtual reality, blending breathtaking action with true detective work to deliver an unprecedented interactive experience.

L.A. Noire for the Nintendo Switch features the complete original game and all additional downloadable content, with specific enhancements including a Joy-Con mode with gyroscopic, gesture-based controls, HD rumble and new wide and over-the-shoulder camera angles, plus contextual touch screen controls for portable detective work.

L.A. Noire for PlayStation 4 and Xbox One delivers the complete original game and all additional downloadable content with a range of technical enhancements for greater visual fidelity and authenticity, including enhanced lighting and clouds, new cinematic camera angles, high resolution textures and more. L.A. Noire plays natively in 1080p for the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One consoles, and stunning 4K for PlayStation 4 Pro and Xbox One X, capturing the grit and grime of the City of Angels like never before.

L.A. Noire is not yet rated by the ESRB. For more information, please visit www.rockstargames.com/lanoire.

Paul Bryant

Staff Writer

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