Trine PSN costs 2/3 of PC version, scheduled for July release [Update]

by Andrew Yoon { Jun 29th 2009 at 2:45PM }

By now, you're probably familiar with the ambitious, multiplayer puzzle-platformer, Trine. Shacknews is reporting that the upcoming PC version of the game will have an "official" price of $40, with Steam pre-orders available for a discounted $30. (Check out a downloadable demo at BigDownload. Update: We received a clarification from SouthPeak, publisher of the PC game. All versions of the PC game, retail and digital, will cost $30.) Those who want to experience Trine in the most affordable way possible will want to download the PSN version of the game, priced at $20.

Obviously, that's a rather high price point for a downloadable game. However, developer Frozenbyte says the high production values merit the sticker tag. "Trine is far from a game created by a solo hero developer (we have over 20 employees and Trine has contributions from a double amount of people) ... we are very confident that we can deliver a full retail experience with Trine."

Our early impressions of the game suggest Frozenbyte is right. We'd much rather buy this than, say, the equally priced Watchmen: The End is Nigh. While an official PSN date isn't set, the publisher is expecting a July release. An Xbox 360 version of the game, which ~~will support online co-op~~ (a feature not included in the initial PC or PSN releases), is also in the works. [Update 2: Developer Frozenbyte has said that news of online co-op support is "just speculation at this point."]

Gallery: Trine

Tags: frozenbyte, psn, steam, trine

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Reader Comments (Page 1 of 1)

Tank @ Jun 29th 2009 2:50PM

The online co-op is apparently going to be patched into the PC version.

Hydrophobicfish @ Jun 29th 2009 2:52PM

The online co-op best be patched into ALL versions.

Flit @ Jun 29th 2009 7:03PM

Agreed.

I'll be buying the X360 version because of the online co-op being a done deal.

If you haven't tried this game... Do so now.

Imagine... the Lost Vikings... with co-op. (tri-op?)

Everyone wins.

Luke @ Jun 29th 2009 2:54PM

Hmm...not sure about using a controller on this game. I've heard it's better to use a KB/M. But the $20 price tag is much more appealing.

Frivolous @ Jun 29th 2009 2:58PM

Yeah, I'm split between PS3 and PC... you get a free game when you buy it on steam

Levi @ Jun 29th 2009 3:19PM

I'm both a pc and console gamer, and I can tell you the game was great with a controller. I'm willing to bet that the people who said the mouse was better have not tried it with a game pad. It's true that there are a few things that would be slightly better with a mouse, but the difference isn't like that of input options in a FPS. most of the action is platforming anyway.

Honestly, the mouse is probably better for the wizard, the controller for the knight, and a combination for the thief. So it's up to you if you like both.

Firewarrior @ Jun 29th 2009 2:58PM

A must buy for sure, I just love these type of games.

dantebk @ Jun 29th 2009 3:02PM

I hope the XBLA release isn't too much later than July. I normally choose Xbox 360 for multi-platform stuff because of the Achievements, but I don't know how long I can wait for Trine. I played it for 10 mins or so at E3 and it is REALLY good. I want to play some more ASAP.

Old_Snake @ Jun 29th 2009 3:04PM

I planned to pick this up for the PSN whenever it gets released. Didn't realize it was going to be that expensive, but if they can deliver a 'full retail experience' like they say then it should be a steal

Jose @ Jun 29th 2009 3:04PM

I really do like the demo better with Mouse/KB instead of my 360 controller: weird.

Daizyujin @ Jun 29th 2009 3:25PM

I don't know that I agree that I liked it better, but I admit, I had no problems that way, which is very odd for me. As much as I wish I was, I am not a mouse and keyboard person.

Confucius @ Jun 29th 2009 3:06PM

I think that this game looks great, I've been following it for a long time.

I am confused on the issue of co-op though, is it only gonna be for the pc version?
I think that I'll get this for psn if it has co-op,

Daizyujin @ Jun 29th 2009 3:28PM

The PC version has co-op but as of now it is only local, no online. Frozenbyte has said they are considering adding it in the future though to the PC version via a patch. Who knows if the PSN release will have it.

Confucius @ Jun 29th 2009 4:15PM

At $20, I don't think that they'll even bother to patch in online co-op.

Heavytoka @ Jun 29th 2009 3:07PM

Awesome! I've been waiting for this game.

Cosmo (formerly Chin-Poh) @ Jun 29th 2009 3:13PM

I was expecting it to read the PC version was half price instead of the other way around.

Jacksons @ Jun 29th 2009 3:14PM

Well I guess I'll buy the PSN one then.

fwasfdas @ Jun 29th 2009 3:23PM

It's likely to the best buy. It's cheaper, it's released sooner, but it's not got Co-op at launch, but it's getting it at the same time the 360 version launches, so thats no real deal.

Levi @ Jun 29th 2009 3:23PM

I was considering this for a PC purchase, since it looks just as good on my laptop and I can use my dual shock 3 on it... Looks like they've made up my mind for me. I would think it's more expensive to put something on PSN than Steam.

We all know it will be a quarter of the PSN price within a year of it's release on Steam though :D I personally require I on day one though.

Daizyujin @ Jun 29th 2009 3:24PM

Actually the game is $29.99 on Steam. So no it is only 2/3s the price. Still a much better deal though. The PC demo was great.

Alistair Azimuth PSN: johnnynumber5 @ Jun 29th 2009 4:32PM

... the upcoming PC version of the game will have an "official" price of $40, with Steam pre-orders available for a discounted $30 ... Those who want to experience Trine in the most affordable way possible will want to download the PSN version of the game, priced at $20.

bombtrak @ Jun 29th 2009 3:24PM

Well now...without online co-op, this just went from the top of my PSN wish list to the bottom. A patch for PSN needs to be quick or I'll lose all interest.

deanb @ Jun 29th 2009 3:39PM

Why? All your friends only folks from on-line?
I honestly don't get the whole "No on-line no play" view most folks seem to have picked up this generation. There's nothing better than getting some mates around, maybe a few drinks n just chilling with some split screen gaming.

Billop @ Jun 29th 2009 3:40PM

The Patch is coming when the 360 version is released

Chris D.(PSN: Aggie_CEO | XBL:The Aggie CEO | Steam: Aggie_CEO @ Jun 29th 2009 3:47PM

no online co-op for a game that obviously could use it means no buy...

MOT @ Jun 29th 2009 6:34PM

Then you are missing out on a good game for a bad reason.

Jake5678 @ Jun 29th 2009 3:53PM

"An Xbox 360 version of the game, which will support online co-op (a feature not included in the initial PC or PSN releases), is also in the works."

So the Ps3 version won't have any co-op at launch or are there offline/splitscreen gamemodes?
I would really like to see some more offline co-op on the Ps3. I love to be able to play something with my buddy on the couch but almost all games only have online co-op nowadays, if they have co-op at all. Sigh, I miss the good old days...

Andrew Yoon @ Jun 29th 2009 4:41PM

PS3 version has offline same-screen co-op.

Jake5678 @ Jun 29th 2009 5:36PM

Thank the maker! Awesome news! :D

Lars @ Jun 29th 2009 5:52PM

"offline same-screen co-op."

Sweet! That's my favorite way to game!

Killadelphia @ Jun 29th 2009 4:04PM

No online Co-op for PS3 = No buy. For me anyways.

Jacksons @ Jun 29th 2009 4:44PM

No game for you, then.

Levi @ Jun 29th 2009 5:58PM

I don't understand people like you, kill. Do you really feel like this game is going to e that much less fun without online co-op? I'm guessing you don't have anyone to play with locally, so I'll rephrase that: do you really think this game will be that much leas fun without co-op? I played it, and while co-op might be sorta neat, how could that be a game breaker? Honest question. I didn't downvote you, I'm just curious to know why someone would care that much. If you wouldn't buy it for the single player, why would you buy it if it supported online co-op, when it's going to be virtually the same experience, just with one more dude on the screen?

j.howlett @ Jun 29th 2009 4:09PM

i wasn't thinking much about co-op. i might have to wait a bit because of the price and see when far princess drops .

Paper @ Jun 29th 2009 4:14PM

I'll gladly buy it when there is a version on disk that I can actually own.

Alistair Azimuth PSN: johnnynumber5 @ Jun 29th 2009 4:34PM

That's going to be a long wait ... as in "forever."

Einhanderkiller @ Jun 29th 2009 5:20PM

The PC version will be available at retail for $40.

Einhanderkiller @ Jun 29th 2009 8:28PM

UPDATE: $30.

Paper @ Jul 1st 2009 4:15PM

Will the ps3 have a disk version as well? I am not interested in a PC version really.

Alistair Azimuth PSN: johnnynumber5 @ Jun 29th 2009 4:35PM

I'm pretty excited about this one. It's looking like one of the better PSN offerings this year along with fat princess, the punisher and that new Pixel Junk game.

_LarZen_ @ Jun 29th 2009 4:37PM

I hope there comes a demo of it for the X360/PS3 so we can test it, but it looks great so it wil probably be a buy on PSN for me.

deanb @ Jun 29th 2009 6:48PM

Theres a demo on Steam you can try.
http://store.steampowered.com/app/35710/

Rahabib @ Jun 29th 2009 5:47PM

so now I have to make the decision of PC or PSN... hmmm.

rubAdub72 @ Jun 29th 2009 6:12PM

The developers themselves said that they're not working on online co-op, if the game sells well they may patch it. These rumors about 360 online co-op seem botched.

http://frozenbyte.com/board/viewtopic.php?f=15&t=1629&sid=dbfe336f0340fe76ea4e65de7c111ba8

I'm buying ths game for sure, demo impressions are very positive and it already has offline co-op for 3 players, online would be cool but not a "buy it or not" factor for me.

blazn @ Jun 29th 2009 6:34PM

And here I thought I would be buying this for 10 bills :(

Kevin @ Jun 29th 2009 9:37PM

for 19.99 i hope there is a Platinum trophy...

Oz @ Jun 29th 2009 10:14PM

the argument of "delivering a full experience" kinda goes down when you announce that one variant is voided of functions common to the other versions....

alienterrorist @ Jun 30th 2009 6:54AM

Hey everyone, I need some help. I havnt really been following this game much so can someone explain it to me? What is it about and all the other nonsence.

rootbeerking @ Jun 30th 2009 10:25PM

20 dollars for a downloadable game?! Ha! No thank you. This could be the greatest downloadable game ever, I'm still not paying 20, let alone 30 for a downloadable game. 15 is my high mark, 10 is the sweet spot. Let me know when they release this game for retail, i'll gladly spend 30 dollars then.

Craig @ Jul 28th 2009 10:36AM

I just want offline co-op /shrug, I'm not enjoying Sacred 2 like I hoped, it's confusing and hard to see 2player local. If I can play this with the wife on the xbox 360, it's bought...!