Matrix Online: The Interlock System

Knowing TMO readers as I do, I know that many of the big questions about the upcoming game have been about the mechanics of combat. Well - the official site has posted an article about one aspect of that, called "The Interlock System". Here's a taste:

Simply put, combat in the Matrix Online needed to be a cinematic action-fest with detailed kung-fu choreography and action-packed firefights, all playable over normal modem Internet connections.

The name of the game technology that made this possible is called Interlock. Interlock is a system of choreographed animations that are created together as a pair. Interlock allows characters in the Matrix game to enact intricate combat scenes. As characters battle, they can block, punch, kick, dodge, and shoot. Combinations and other more complicated "bullet time" maneuvers are all possible.

Read the whole article here and learn something new about the game we're all waiting to play!