Bungie Software and Gathering of Developers today released additional information on the cast of characters players will face in Oni, the upcoming PC and Mac 3D action/adventure game that blends hand-to-hand combat and double-barreled gunplay in a detailed scale rarely seen in third-person action games. Oni delivers the smooth feel of a shooter combined with the visual richness of broad third-person perspective and the frenetic combat of a fighting game. Taking on the role of Konoko, an elite agent of the Tech Crimes Task Force, gamers will infiltrate and destroy a ruthless crime syndicate filled with unique anime-style characters, as they maneuver their way through breathtaking, interactive environments. Gathering of Developers and Bungie Software will continue to provide updates on Oni through the game’s ship date in January 2001. Oni Characters Konoko The gun-toting, butt-kicking main character and heroine. Shinatama Konoko’s friend and sidekick, also rumored to be a supercomputer-controlled robot. Muro Leader of the "Evil Crime Syndicate". Sniper Strategically placed throughout the game waiting to attack. Ninja The fastest and most agile character. Griffin The Chief of Police. Tanker Fierce enemy who thinks Konoko’s head looks like a big speed bag. Elite Striker The most heavily armed and the meanest striker. Communications Striker The Syndicate’s Eyes and Ears who won’t hesitate to sound the alarm. For more information on Oni check out http://oni.bungie.com For More Product Information |