Trauma Center: Second Opinion – More Info

I never got around to write anything about Trauma Center: Second Opinion during E3, but seeing how very few, if any, news sites covered the whole details available about the game, I thought I could share them with my fellow rebellionites.

First, let’s tackle the gameplay elements. This time around, the stylus is replaced by the Wii Remote which’ll be used as the various operation tools: scalpel, antidote, bandage, laser, etc. Open up a patient, go crazy with his insides, stitch him back up – the classic formula. New to the Wii version is the defibrillator paddle. You’ll have to perform a “pushing” action towards the screen with the Wii controllers as if you’re shocking the chest of a patient who flat lines.

Next comes the story. One thing to note is that the game is a sort of remix of the DS version. Second Opinion’s story is split into two somewhat parallel stories. On one side, you play as Derek Stiles (with his partner Angie) following the same path found on the DS version, while on the other, you play as his rival, a new character that’ll follow a much darker story. Each doctor will have their own storyline until the later stages of the game where they will combine their forces.

The art direction is similar to what’s found on the DS. The characters will retain the same drawn anime style and the insides of your patients will keep the same cel-shaded look while using a much more detailed approach than what’s found on the portable screen.

The game is scheduled to be out this fall as a Wii launch title. Follow the links for the images and teaser trailer from E3 2006.

Trauma Center: Second Opinion Images

Trauma Center: Second Opinion Teaser (bottom right)