W…Wilbur?
One of Destructoid’s sources has leaked a new Special Infected, which will be galloping onto the scene at this week’s Penny Arcade Expo in Seattle. The new SI, potentially called The Jockey, is a miniature Infected that has a very distinct laugh and moves around by jumping, much like an overgrown, undead rabbit.
The Jockey can attach himself to a Survivor, clawing at his back and actually controlling their movements—potentially leading them off cliffs, into Witches, back to their in-laws, etc. When players are disabled by the Jockey, they are unable to control their characters at all. You can read more about the Jockey at the Official Forums, as well.
Thanks to punks4life, Necross, 1337_noob, Lavender Demon, Danny, and evolvedant for this info.
Seems a little unfair. I mean infected could already PULL u into harm with the Smoker, and then PUSH u into harm with the Charger. Now they can CONTROL u into harm? Also seems to belittle the Hunter as the Jockey incaps AND controls them, while the Hunter just incaps them in place. I hope he is better than he sounds.
@Rex-Wil
We’ll see how he turns out when more gameplay footage appears, but I agree, he does seem to have a questionable place in terms of game mechanics. I have a feeling that he’ll do less damage than the Hunter, however. Also remember that even if he seems imbalanced, both teams will be able to enjoy that imbalance at one point or another.
Ok, I’m scared for life by this fugly horse, GO AWAY!!!