Game Informer magazine has the scoop on new details regarding Sam Fisher's latest outing in Splinter Cell: Conviction. There will be changes that go far beyond graphics in its new installment. An overhaul in gameplay mechanics and a fresh plot are among the things that gamers can expect.

First off, Canadian developer Ubisoft has confirmed that the game will ship exclusively for the Microsoft Xbox 360 and the PC. The game will still star Sam Fisher, but don't expect him to grope around in the dark again with his night-vision goggles. Sam will be in broad daylight this time as he eludes enemies using crowds and other distractions to remain unseen.

Another development is that Sam will no longer be part of spy network Third Echelon. It's still unclear if he's acting alone now or taking orders from someone else. The only thing certain is that we can expect a lot more action than before. The developers also revealed that the characters in the game and the environment where Sam will thrive will be more interactive. This should quirk up the gameplay and make for more clever escapes and attacks. Splinter Cell: Conviction ships this fall.