Ask JJB - A Deus Ex: Human Revolution podcast from Eidos-Montreal

Will Adam's glasses always be activated? Or will there be conversations where we can have a better look at his eyes? JJB responds to forum user Zakka.

Science fiction is a medium in which pertinent social/ethical/philosophical questions can be explored in aggrandized ways; coupled with the video game as a means of immersion and interaction, the sci-fi video game could allow players to explore in a personal manner some of these quandries. For example, in Deus Ex, the player could find himself confronted with the question of Lucius deBeers, and Battlestar Galactica was often praised for being a foil of our reality. Besides the non-lethal vs. lethal approach opportunities, in what other ways does DX:HR include these types of themes and allow the player to tackle questions of personal ethics? JJB and special guest DX:HR narrative designer Mary DeMarle answer a massive question from forum user Rindill the Red.

What are some themes touched upon in the game OTHER than the transhumanism debate? How have you expressed them artistically? JJB and special guest DX:HR narrative designer Mary DeMarle answer a question from forum user Sabretooth.

Why do we have just Adam and not Eva? Since Deus Ex 1 had slighty something like a character editor and Deus Ex 2 improved that with the Choice of another Gender, why did Deus Ex three steps backwards? JJB and special guest DX:HR narrative designer Mary DeMarle answer a question from Facebook user Kevin Behrendt.

Acknowledging that Adam´s implants were not of his chosing, will augmenting him even further constitute a dilema that will affect aspects of the main storyline/conclusion? JJB and special guest DX:HR narrative designer Mary DeMarle answer a question from forum user Red Crayon Aristocrat.

How many weapons are in the game? Do they have any upgrades? JJB and special guest DX:HR game directorJF answer a question from James William Estes.

Where does the name Adam Jensen come from? JJB and special guest DX:HR game directorJF answer a question from Facebook user Daniel Bang.

Are there connections between Deus Ex: Human Revolution and the first Deus Ex? JJB and special guest Jean-François Dugas respond to Facebook user Dhiren Moodley.

Is the player able to kill every single NPC in a level and still have the ability to progress in their mission? JJB responds to twitter user @JAMILEMON.

Why do the characters have small heads in the game? JJB responds to the FORUM.

Does Adam Jensen ever make jokes or smile? JJB responds to twitter user @notquitereal.

How does health regen work? JJB responds to twitter user Mr. Ill Intent.

Will you ever make a game rated AO or at the least very adult-oriented? JJB responds to twitter user RATEDAO.

How is the mission structure? Are you able to revisit areas previously visited? What's the dynamic between the different cities? JJB responds to twitter user NICOLAS VERGE.

What was your favorite level in the original Deus Ex? JJB responds to forum user MENTALKASE.

What were you hoping to accomplish with a Deus Ex title, both artistically and in terms of game experience? JJB responds to forum user FRANKCSIS.

How many buildings will the player be able to enter? Are there only a select few like the hive or can we enter other buildings? JJB responds to forum user JCPIE.

How has your own gaming background influenced your approach to the game's art direction? JJB responds to Facebook user FRANK SV.

How did you approach the challenge of making things look less advanced than what we had seen in the original Deus Ex, but at the same time making them appealing and visually stunning? JJB responds to twitter user Krysalid.

What's your personal stance on transhumanism? Blessing or curse? JJB responds to twitter user CHICKENBROTHEL.

Are the geometrical patterns linked to the story in any way or is it just something you felt would work well visually in the game? JJB responds to message board user CORPUS.

Are there lean keys on the PC version? JJB responds to message board user DEAD-EYE.

What are your three favorite qualities of Human Revolution? What virtues of this grand project arouse within you the most potent brand of pride? JJB responds to message board user PINKY_POWERS.

How are the loading screens placed in the level, and are they hidden by doors or elevators? JJB responds to message board user NOMOTOG.

Is being an art director an overall difficult job to have? JJB responds to twitter user Mink LALA.

Will all aug upgrades require the same amount of Praxis Points? JJB responds to forum user Ashpolt.

Will there be driving sequences in Deus Ex: Human Revolution? JJB responds to forum user CODELLITE.