Transformers: Dark of the Moon is a game in the Transformers franchise and a prequel to the 2011 movie Transformers: Dark of the Moon . Much like the previous game, it is a mix of a third-person action shooter and a vehicle combat game with the ability to transform at will. The story takes place three years after the events of Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen.
The gameplay involves switching perspective between the two factions for each chapter, offering a unique storyline experience. Playable characters include Bumblebee, Ironhide, Mirage, and Optimus Prime for the Autobots, and Laserbeak, Megatron, Soundwave, and Starscream for the Decepticons.
Each character has their own set of abilities, including cloaking, sniping, and draining health. The vehicle mode now defaults to a new Stealth Force mode with partial transformation, making the character stronger and allowing movement in four directions. There are also flying sections, such as the chapter for Starscream using his jet form.
Multiplayer modes include competitive team deathmatch, conquest, and deathmatch, where players can create custom characters based on different classes. Characters earn experience, level up, and earn new abilities. This version is distinct from other versions, including the Wii/3DS game and the DS version.