DOOM Board Game and Book Interviews
HomeLAN Fed posted 2 DOOM-related interviews today
The first interview is held with the creator of the upcoming Official DOOM Board Game. In the second interview HomeLAN Fed talks to the author of the "Making of DOOM3" book.
The first interview is held with the creator of the upcoming Official DOOM Board Game. In the second interview HomeLAN Fed talks to the author of the "Making of DOOM3" book.
DOOM 3 Theme Song
PlanetDoom reports cha0s dropped us a line and let us know that Tweaker's blog/music site, http://www.myspace.com/tweaker, has the full version of the DOOM 3 Theme song up on their site for your listening pleasure. There was a 20 second clip of it released on DOOM3.com last week but with this full 2 minute version, you can rock out all you want.
Return to Castle Wolfenstein 2 in Development?
GGMania reports that id CEO Todd Hollenshead confirmed that RTCW2 is in the works by an "outside" studio. There was no mention of the engine it would be on, but i'm guessing the Doom 3 one will be most likely.
Update: Here's Todd Hollenshead interview with G4tech TV regards to RtCW 2 for those of you whom would like a listen to it.
Update: Here's Todd Hollenshead interview with G4tech TV regards to RtCW 2 for those of you whom would like a listen to it.
Far Cry 1.2 Patch Update
Once again, we want to let you know that Far Cry patch 1.2 is close to being released. We were about to release this week as planned, when a hardware manufacturer code update forced us to modify the patch accordingly. It took a couple of days to make it work without breaking anything else. We think it is worth the extra wait, as it's all about making sure everyone enjoys the best experience possible, both in terms of gameplay and performance.
Joint Operations: Typhoon Rising patch v1.2.0.10
NovaLogic have released a new patch for Joint Operations: Typhoon Rising, updating their 3D multiplayer shooter to version 1.2.0.10! What's new?
System performance optimizations including AGP and CPU. Fixed mouse movement when player is sighted.
System performance optimizations including AGP and CPU. Fixed mouse movement when player is sighted.
DOOM 3 Multiplayer Networking Info
The official Doom 3 website has been updated and is now offering screenshots, a streaming trailer, info and wallpapers! and GameSpy have had a chat with id programmer Robert Duffy discussing the game's multiplayer capabilities! Here's a snip.
GameSpy: Can you clarify what kind of multiplayer networking architecture DOOM 3 will use? Will it be peer-to-peer or traditional client-server (or something altogether different)?
GameSpy: Can you clarify what kind of multiplayer networking architecture DOOM 3 will use? Will it be peer-to-peer or traditional client-server (or something altogether different)?
Painkiller Patch v1.3.1
3D Gamers reports DreamCatcher has released a new patch for Painkiller, upgrading the frantic first-person shooter by People Can Fly to version 1.3.1. This Hotfix patch only addresses the Load game issue from saves within a game level and is multiplayer compatible with the previous version 1.3
DOOM3 Multiplayer Info
GameSpy just posted a short interview with Robert Duffy about different aspects of DOOM3's multiplayer part.
"The Win32 dedicated server works out of the box and the dedicated Linux version should be available around when the game hits store shelves. That does not mean it will be available but it should be"
Also, the official DOOM3 site has been updated and now features an awesome flash site. A must-see!
"The Win32 dedicated server works out of the box and the dedicated Linux version should be available around when the game hits store shelves. That does not mean it will be available but it should be"
Also, the official DOOM3 site has been updated and now features an awesome flash site. A must-see!
Doom3 gone GOLD
id Software's CEO Todd Hollenshead made the following announcement:
"Yes, this is the official word that DOOM 3 has been code released and has been approved for manufacturing! It won't be long now until the anticipation ends and the PH34R begins ;-) We literally just hung up with Activision and have confirmed that our latest release candidate has been mutually approved and is finally GOLD. Thanks to everyone for their patience (yeah right! =) and for everyone at id, Activision and our numerous partners for helping us create what I believe is absolutely the best game we have ever made."
"Yes, this is the official word that DOOM 3 has been code released and has been approved for manufacturing! It won't be long now until the anticipation ends and the PH34R begins ;-) We literally just hung up with Activision and have confirmed that our latest release candidate has been mutually approved and is finally GOLD. Thanks to everyone for their patience (yeah right! =) and for everyone at id, Activision and our numerous partners for helping us create what I believe is absolutely the best game we have ever made."
Doom 3 system specs + supported GFX cards revealed
Doom 3 Center is reporting more news from the PC Gamer review that has just been released. The recommended system specs have been posted online as well as a list of GFX cards that are supported. The list is nothing that wasn't expected. Read More to view the specs...
No Demo for STALKER: Shadow of Chernobyl
Gamer's Hell reports there will be no demo for S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Shadow of Chernobyl, said Alexey Savchenko, the PR Manager for GSC GameWorld in an interview posted on Oblivion Lost.
Juiced Pre-Release Demo
Acclaim has released an updated, pre-release demo of Juiced, superseding their earlier beta sample of the upcoming street racing simulation by Juiced Games. As before, this demo reportedly contains the San Ricardo track drivable in a selection of three cars.
Doom 3 kicks a$$ says PC Gamer - 94%
Just announced on the Rage3D forums is that Doom 3 has scored an astounding 94% in the latest issue of PC Gamer, which has just shipped to subscribers. They say the atmosphere rocks and that the graphics are top notch, but the few attempts at humor fall short. Nonetheless, they say it's a must buy!
Half-Life 2 Specs Revealed and Hardware Q&A
EuroGamer have news of the hardware requirements for Half-Life 2 and over at Half-Life 2 Fallout Mr Chimp's has posted his Half-Life 2 hardware Q&A article! Here's a snip from EuroGamer.
Valve boss Gabe Newell has revealed the hardware requirements for Half-Life 2, ahead of the game's expected late summer release
Valve boss Gabe Newell has revealed the hardware requirements for Half-Life 2, ahead of the game's expected late summer release
Gabe Says Half-Life2 RC by End of July
Planet Half-Life are reporting several people are reporting to us that they have been in touch with Gabe in response to his "Steam" emails, and that Gabe has been revealing an RC (release candidate) by month's end.
I haven't had a chance to speak to Gabe yet, but I will confirm this with him as soon as possible.
I haven't had a chance to speak to Gabe yet, but I will confirm this with him as soon as possible.
Tribes Vengeance-Gone GOLD?
What do you think? has Tribes Vengeance gone Gold!