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Starhawk developer LightBox Interactive has laid off 24 people as it prepares to move away from shiny big console games with a smaller, self-funded game for iOS. The PlayStation 3-exclusive spiritual successor to Warhawk received a lukewarm critical and commercial reception, and Sony has said it's no longer working with the Austin studio.
Starting September 25th, three versions of Starhawk will be available to download on the PlayStation Store. The full game (which includes all post-release updates) will be available for $39.99. However, you can also get the single-player and multiplayer modes separately.
Starhawk is offering a "Mobile Uplink" app for free on iOS and Android devices, letting you get in touch with clans, friends, compare stats, and more.
Online games are notorious for having an abundance of DLC. But Starhawk will not follow the rest of the industry. Instead, LightBox Interactive has promised that all future map packs for the game will be free.
It's clear that Starhawk will live and die by its multiplayer. However, unlike its predecessor, Starhawk also offers a single-player campaign--one that players will not want to miss.
As an online game, Starhawk is undoubtedly going to pack a ton of DLC. You can get a head start on your digital collection by checking out the latest trailer for the game.
Starhawk will feature two-player split-screen, the developer has just announced, and it will support dual log-ins on the PS3.
The Starhawk beta is now available for all PlayStation 3 owners on the PS Store. The team has shared some first-timer tips for those just jumping into the game.
Starhawk's publisher Sony is rolling out a double-whammy of pre-order irritations for the's spirital successor to Warhawk. Not only is there a special 'Limited Edition,' only available by pre-ordering, with bonus in-game goodies, you can only get it from
As previously reported, the Starhawk public beta will begin today for PlayStation Plus members, giving you plenty of time to hone your skills before Starhawk's May 8th release date.
