by Rainier on April 30, 2002 @ 4:51 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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A week ago we had a little coverage on the NWO's progress and specifically the highly anticipated MultiPlayer Test Termite and Project3 are planning to release. Last week Jim Malmros said they "hoped" to announce a release date 'end of the month', which just happens to be today... Read on to find out more and check some new screens.
by Rainier on April 30, 2002 @ 1:17 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Midway Games Inc., announced that it has secured the license from DC Comics and Warner Bros. Consumer Products to publish videogames based on the Justice League comic book franchise and animated television series featuring the world’s greatest super heroes and some of the most well-known villains. Midway plans to feature the popular characters in videogames slated for development on next-generation systems and the Nintendo Game Boy Advance.
by Rainier on April 30, 2002 @ 12:10 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Continuing a tradition launched at the 2000 E3 showcase, Smoking Gun, in conjunction with The Producers, are proud to unveil plans for the 2002 E3 Pool World Cup. The event is open to anybody attending the LA show, with participants engaging in a World Cup style tournament, encompassing group stages, knockout stages, and even featuring the dreaded “penalty shoot-outs”!
by Rainier on April 30, 2002 @ 11:19 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Gaminggroove got the latest scoop on an upcoming patch for Global Operations. They detained Mike Arkin the Executive Producer over at Crave Entertainment and questioned him on specifics on the patch and he handed over all his intel and some screens to go along with that ...
go check it out!
by Thomas on April 30, 2002 @ 10:20 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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The 1503 A.D. Web team today updated their Community section A King's Tale with next chapter "Part XX: After the Battle". Here is a clip:
When I finally awake from my fever, I soon realize that my crews, the soldiers and my other men have not been idle. Zang Phoon and Jeremy have tirelessly been taking care of myself and all the other people who were wounded in the battle..
Read more!
by Thomas on April 27, 2002 @ 8:05 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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id Software updated just about everything on their website, and they will continue to add sections like the Store and Downloads in the coming weeks.
Check it out!
by Rainier on April 26, 2002 @ 12:19 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Black Element Software, under the direction of one of the world’s leading developers to ensure you have a game perfect in every respect, bring you a new epic horror action/adventure that will extend the rules of gaming entertainment. Utilising the smart original 3D engine, the cinematic storytelling is spiced with a thrilling atmosphere. Cenega just seems to have picked up on the game to publish it.
by Rainier on April 26, 2002 @ 1:39 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Sierra has issued a new patch for Nascar Racing 2002. The patch has quite a few fixes and tweaks. This v1.1.0.1 patch NOT compatible with previous versions in multiplayer. Read more for a detailed list and links where to grab it.
by Rainier on April 25, 2002 @ 7:12 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Dreamcatcher just informed us that they have just released a new Update patch (v1.1) for their recently released game "Superpower". The new patch fixes mainly AI fixes and stuff left unattended in their previous (v1.01) patch.. Read more to find a detailed list and links where to grab this 35mb beauty!
by Rainier on April 25, 2002 @ 6:25 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Codemasters today announce a blockbuster lineup of powerful games that will be showcased at this year’s E3 Expo in Los Angeles. Showing at Booth #1168 in South Hall, Codemasters’ highlights include the ‘must be seen to be believed’ Dragon Empires (PC/online), and the unveiling of Colin McRae Rally 3 (PS2, Xbox).
by Rainier on April 25, 2002 @ 5:51 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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This patch is for Infogrames' "Tactical Ops : Assault on Terror" retail version ONLY (in stores since yesterday). It fixes some minor bugs that they discovered since it went gold. Read more for a detailed list and links where to grab it.
by Rainier on April 24, 2002 @ 8:30 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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As expected the Half-Life v1.1.0.9 patch and the Counter-Strike v1.0.0.4 (retail CS only) have been released. These updates have tons of fixes and tweaks such as the new Anti-Cheat protection, HLTV changes, integration of Steam technology and so on. Either use the SierraUp utility, from the "Configuration-Update" menu, that was distributed with previous releases or if you are one of those Steam people, you should have it by now (thanks blues). Read more for a detailed fix list and links where to grab the files.
by Rainier on April 23, 2002 @ 9:55 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Raven Software lead programmer James Monroe updated his .
plan to point out a small problem in the editing tools for their 3D action game that were
released yesterday. The previous
page got updated with the right pack, go get em tiger ;)
by Thomas on April 23, 2002 @ 8:43 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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On the Warcraft III
General Discussion Forum there is an beta update posted by Rob Pardo from Blizzard (thanks
Blues).
We are nearing the final phase of the beta currently. Internally we are debugging the code, optimizing the game engine and making performance improvements, while also working on the single player campaigns. Within the beta, we are now going to focus on the balance of the game more then ever. It may be helpful to you testers to know the kinds of changes we will make or wont make from this point forward.. Check out full story below!!
by Thomas on April 23, 2002 @ 8:09 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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New World Order is a single and multiplayer team-based game where teams battle it out in environments and situations that could be taken right out of an action-movie. It is a fast paced action-simulator with attitude, switching between stealthy game play and adrenalin-pumping action, always keeping the player on his toes - never knowing when all hell will break lose... Right now the game devs' is counting down for the release of the public multiplayer beta, the final release is just a couple of months away…so.. Check out the boxshot below and read more about what Jim Malmros say's about the upcoming release of the public MP test for NWO.
by Rainier on April 23, 2002 @ 6:22 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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TimeGate Studios and Strategy First announced today that a new upgrade for the award winning Kohan: Immortal Sovereigns has been released and is available on www.timegate.com and www.strategyfirst.com. Coming a year after the initial release of the product, this upgrade should please fans of this ground-breaking title.
by Rainier on April 23, 2002 @ 5:03 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Microsoft Corp. today announced that leading graphics chip developers ATI Technologies Inc. and NVIDIA Corp. will support new DirectX technologies that enables the highest-resolution video playback experience ever on the PC using the next version of Microsoft Windows Media Technologies, code-named "Corona." With this new technology, today’s PCs running the Windows XP operating system will be able to enjoy video playback quality far beyond what is possible on many high-end televisions today.
by Rainier on April 23, 2002 @ 2:22 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Original War, published in the USA in December last year has updated its website. Altar added more information about the game, first part of John McMillan's diary, discussion forum, technical support, many screenshots and artworks, complete MP3 soundtrack and map scenario editor to download. You can look forward to indepth multiplayer adviser, next parts of John MacMillan's diary, monthly poll, and contest!
Check it for regular updates!
by Thomas on April 23, 2002 @ 11:43 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Time for a new 1503 A.D update. This time the 1503 A.D Web team updated their site with a King's Tale, Part XIX: Mongolian Arrows. Here follows a clip from the posting:
Crews and soldiers on the ships rejoice when we finally leave the intense cold of the Polar region behind us after a few days' travelling. Our fleet now passes some islands where fir and spruce trees defy the harsh climate and some hardy plants poke out from underneath the snow.
Take me to the story!
by Rainier on April 22, 2002 @ 10:16 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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ATI Technologies Inc. is now offering North American consumers the opportunity to trade-in an older ATI video card or any competitive video card and get one of ATI's newest video cards, including ALL-IN-WONDER RADEON 8500 128 MB (which has just started shipping to retailer stores).
by Rainier on April 19, 2002 @ 11:23 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Radica U.K Ltd, manufacturers of the highly regarded range of Gamester accessories have announced their launch line up of GameCube peripherals. The product range has been developed by a team of key designers in the UK and US and each accessory has been designed to be ergonomic and durable, giving gamers an “Unfair Advantage” across the complete range of GameCube games.
by Rainier on April 19, 2002 @ 1:42 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Thanks to Bluesnews to inform us that Activision has just released a new update patch for their "Star Trek : Bridge Commander". This 8mb patch upgrades your currect game to v1.1 and fixes mainly multiplayer issues.
by Rainier on April 19, 2002 @ 1:05 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Infogrames has just released the new Civilization III patch upgrading their Tunr Based Strategy to v1.21f. The 8.8 MB download has a very large amount of fixes, tweaks and additions. Click "read more" for a detailed update list and links where to grab this 8mb puppy.
by Rainier on April 19, 2002 @ 12:48 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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The Steam-administered beta of Half-Life 1.1.0.9 and Counter-Strike 1.4 are almost finished, and the final versions of these updates will be released to the public next week. Hurray for THAT! 'Read more' for details.
by Rainier on April 18, 2002 @ 7:19 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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TDK Mediactive, Inc. just announced an exclusive three-year, renewable worldwide licensing agreement with Jim Henson Interactive, a division of The Jim Henson Company, for the Muppets”, one of the most prolific brands in the entertainment industry. The agreement ensures TDK Mediactive exclusive rights to develop and publish games based on many of the Classic Muppet characters, including Kermit the Frog”, Miss Piggy”, Fozzie Bear”, The Great Gonzo” and more. Platforms covered by the license agreement include the PSOne and PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system, the Nintendo GameCube, the Game Boy® Advance and PC platforms.