CURRENT NEWS: THURSDAY, 17 MAY 2012
| By Tim Colwill | 0 |
Thu May 17, 2012 2:54pm
With the Menace of the Underdark expansion on the way, Turbine are paving the way for players to enter the realm of the iconic drow. But how did they go about it, and what else are they adding to the mix? We spoke to the studio for all the answers.
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| By James Pinnell | 35 |
Thu May 17, 2012 1:59pm
The recent controversy around the Mass Effect 3 endings, and the furore over beta-exclusive banner sigils in Diablo III, all highlight a worrying trend in gamer entitlement, says James Pinnell.
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Thu May 17, 2012 1:45pm
The remote access previously shown in the Steam Beta Client has now moved to the public version. Provided you're logged into the latest version of the client on your PC, you can use the web site or mobile app to download games to your PC remotely. Never miss out on those specials again! More details here.
Source: Steam
Source: Steam
Thu May 17, 2012 1:42pm
"Despite very aggressive projections, our preparations for the launch of the game did not go far enough," reads the statement by Community Manager Bashiok on the Diablo III forums. "In order to make sure everything is continuing to run as it should, we’ve decided to move out our target launch for the real-money auction house beyond our original estimated date of May 22." The post also addresses problems with the achievement system and notes that further measures, and maintenance, will be taken as needed.
Source: Battle.net
Source: Battle.net
| By Toby McCasker | 5 |
Thu May 17, 2012 12:32pm
Right now, there’s an FPS stroke for every kind of folk – but exactly what kind of folks play what FPS games? The differences are more horrendously apparent than you might think. I socially disgraced myself online for your vindication and amusement. Indulge me.
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Thu May 17, 2012 11:54am
From from a PAX Panel in which BioWare wanted feedback on what a "hypothetical" Dragon Age game might contain, the company are now just out-and-out asking for your input. "Beginning today, we’ll do a series of questions and discussions around Dragon Age," claims Jessica Merizan. "Consider this a conversation between fans, the community team, and the developers (...) This should remain a discussion between BioWare and fans about what you loved about Dragon Age Origins and Dragon Age 2 — what this franchise means to you."
Source: BioWare
Source: BioWare
Thu May 17, 2012 11:44am
Giantbomb have broken a crazy story this morning, in which laywers for ex-Infinity Ward heads West and Zampella allege that Activision deliberately tried to dig dirt on them in order to find a reason for firing them - something that is referred to by the legal counsel as "Operation Icebreaker". Activision's IT Director was allegedly asked to snoop through West and Zampella's email, voicemail and computer records, looking for anything that could be used to "get rid of them". The allegations are explosive, and will go to trial on May 29. Read the full story at Giantbomb.
Source: Giantbomb
Source: Giantbomb
Thu May 17, 2012 11:32am
A "major Canadian company" is hiring for a "semi open-world action adventure title that responds to player choice and interaction" based off a "well known and respected" existing IP, with "elements of choice and stealth within the gameplay". Sound familiar? The vacancy listing is very careful not to reveal the game, but there's basically no chance that it's anything except Deus Ex 4 - especially since Thief 4 can be ruled out, since it's already been officially announced. At least, that's what Superannuation thinks, and they're usually very good at these sort of things.
Source: Superannuation
Source: Superannuation
NEWS FOR WEDNESDAY, 16 MAY 2012
Wed May 16, 2012 3:03pm
Join us as we continue our discussion with Dean 'Rocket' Hall, the man behind the ArmA II mod, Day Z. Read on to learn more about why Day Z is a "mature Minecraft", why ArmA was begging for a game like this, and what's next with chat and the tent system.
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Wed May 16, 2012 2:55pm
Here at games.on.net we aim to please - and that's why we've just deployed our very own Day Z server for ArmA 2, and not one but four servers for Counter-Strike: Global Offensive. You can find all the details on our server page, so head on over and check it out! We'll be putting up more of each server soon, so stay tuned for more details.
Wed May 16, 2012 2:27pm
The move from selling only classic games at GOG.com to selling classic games plus new indie titles, seems to be working well for the site. In particular, indie darling Legend of Grimrock has racked up more than 17,000 copies sold on GOG.com alone. “This nice sales performance is showing – in our humble opinion – that GOG can be a valuable partner for any developer,” GOG.com's managing director said, adding "We have many more great indie titles up our sleeves for the coming months.”
Source: Forbes
Source: Forbes
| By Cas Bitton | 62 |
Wed May 16, 2012 2:00pm
What more can we I say? There are a total of 36 CS:GO Beta keys on offer this afternoon and you are moments away from getting one! Please read on for details.
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Wed May 16, 2012 1:56pm
The end of financial year figures are in for THQ, so here are some of the highlights: Revenue for the first quarter was up, as was the full year's revenue, but losses were still reported for those periods year over year, and digital revenue was up by 44%. The upcoming Obsidian South Park game has been delayed to Q4 FY2013, which will put its release somewhere between January 1st and March 31st, 2013. Finally, the publishers are in discussions about the future of Devil's Third an upcoming action title. THQ are considering dropping the game as it no longer "fits THQ's profile". For more details on the financial report, head over to VG247.
Source: VG247
Source: VG247
Wed May 16, 2012 1:43pm
Yesterday, we learned that 38 Studios, responsible for Kingdoms of Amalur, were in financial trouble. Today, further details have surfaced. After the company received a $75 million loan, they have been unable to meet their last repayment, a comparatively tiny $1.125 million. If 38 Studios default on the loan the responsibility could fall to the taxpayers of the state, to a maximum of $112.6 million. The Kingdoms of Amalur MMO was promised for release in late 2012, before the company is due to start paying back the loan, and 38 Studios have not made any statements about their finiancial problems.
Source: WPRI
Source: WPRI
Wed May 16, 2012 12:34pm
A photo obtained by Kotaku at an American games retailer suggests the release date of upcoming MMO Guild Wars 2 has been set for June 28. As Kotaku points out, retailers do tend to use placeholders when they aren't sure of a release date - but on the other hand, the photo is of a physical advertisement being shown to customers, which could lead to probems down the line if it is incorrect. A statement from NCSoft says they haven't got an official release date and the game will be out when it's ready.
Source: Kotaku
Source: Kotaku
Wed May 16, 2012 11:45am
NVidia have announced their new 'GeForce Grid' service, which partners with cloud gaming providers Gaikai to deliver what Nvidia are claiming as a mere ten millisecond latency between input/output. Is it viable for Australians? Probably not, but the technology is fascinating, and NVidia are all-systems-go behind it. Upcoming indie mech shooter Hawken is going to be one of the first titles offered on the service, and was demonstrated being played on a server 10 miles away with zero visible lag.
Source: Polygon
Source: Polygon
| By Tim Colwill | 91 |
Wed May 16, 2012 9:33am
We told you to stay tuned for more details, and now they're here. iiNet's games portal, 3FL, and Internode's games portal, games.on.net, are set to merge - and the combined entity will have the power to deliver the best experience for Australian gamers. Read on for all the info.
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NEWS FOR TUESDAY, 15 MAY 2012
| By Tim Colwill | 21 |
Tue May 15, 2012 4:10pm
We spent last weekend neck-deep in the intrigue and occult sorcery of Funcom's upcoming MMO, The Secret World. Now we return to you, slightly glassy-eyed and muttering of the darkness. Read on for our impressions.
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Tue May 15, 2012 3:35pm
Less than a week after release on XBox LIVE Arcade, Minecraft has sold more than one million copies. Above and beyond those million copies sold, there have been 5.2 million total hours played online, 4 million multiplayer sessions played and 2.4 million hours played in multiplayer. Congrats, Notch!
Source: Play XBLA
Source: Play XBLA
| By Toby McCasker | 6 |
Tue May 15, 2012 3:33pm
At the recent EA Showcase event in London - home of the Templar - Toby McCasker got the chance to sit down with Funcom to chat about all things mysterious and forbidden. Oh, and screeching Norweigan black metal music.
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Tue May 15, 2012 2:51pm
GameStop in the US has officially announced that they will joining them rather than beating them, and will begin selling Steam Wallet codes in store. “This gives even more options to customers now that they can put money in their Steam Wallet using cash, gift cards or trade credits through our convenient neighborhood locations,” General Manager of Digital Distribution for GameStop, Steve Nix said, calling it a welcome move. The cards will come in denominations of $20 and $50 and can be redeemed by entering the code on the back into Steam.
Source: VG247
Source: VG247
Tue May 15, 2012 2:47pm
Treyarch have come out swinging against detractors of the Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 engine, saying that a total overhaul wasn't necessary. "I think the questions are valid," said Mark Lamia to One of Swords. The answer may not need to be an entirely new engine, but you might need to do an entire overhaul of your entire lighting system. The trick is, we’re not willing to do that if we can’t keep it running at 60 frames per second — but we did that this time." If you haven't already, you can check out the Black Ops 2 trailer right here.
Source: One of Swords
Source: One of Swords
| By Brendan Keogh | 18 |
Tue May 15, 2012 2:29pm
One of the things that makes video games so amazing is that cool stuff can happen anytime, anywhere. Sound vague? It actually happens more often than you'd think. Brendan Keogh explains how.
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Tue May 15, 2012 2:16pm
38 Studios, the devs responsible for Kingdoms of Amalur: Reckoning might be having some financial troubles. The studio was founded in Massachusetts but was lured to Rhode Island with the promise of a $75 million loan guarantee from the state. Now state officials are meeting the CEO of 38 studios to work on 'different issues'. "We're always working to keep Rhode Island companies solvent, and that's what we're doing with 38 Studios," Governor Lincoln Chafee told NBC10. 410, 000 copies of Kingdoms of Amalur: Reckoning have sold across all platforms in the US since release.
Source: NBC
Source: NBC
Tue May 15, 2012 1:20pm
In an act of solidarity for Diablo-lovers everywhere, Blizzard have announced that they will honour pre-orders for Diablo III made at GAME Australia, which slipped into administration yesterday. Users who purchase Diablo III via Blizzard's online store and submit their GAME proof of purchase to Blizzard will receive credit from Blizzard equal to the amount they had paid to GAME. Check out more details at battle.net.
Source: Press Release
Source: Press Release
| By Tim Colwill | 28 |
Tue May 15, 2012 11:28am
So you know that Company of Heroes 2 has been announced, and you know you control the Russian Red Army, attempting to repel the Nazis from the very gates of Moscow. But what else would you like to know? We'll be interviewing the team later this week, and we'd like to put your questions to them. Drop us a line in the comment threads to let us know what you'd like us to ask, and we'll do our best to get them answered. Get cracking!
Tue May 15, 2012 10:28am
Although we here in Australia won't be able to play Diablo III until 5PM AEST, the servers have already gone live in Asia and Europe. DSO Gaming is reporting that Korean players have already smashed through the single player mode, while Just Push Start mentions that the same players have had trouble with Asia-specific error codes preventing them from playing the game. European players have overwhelmed Battle.net's login capacity and been slapped with an "Error 37", while some have experienced outages and received an "Error 75". Blizzard are moving quickly to respond to the problems, which appear to have eased for the time being.
Source: DSO, Just Push Start
Source: DSO, Just Push Start
Tue May 15, 2012 10:01am
The open-world, persistent zombie wasteland mod Day Z has taken the internet by storm. We sat down with its creator, Dean 'Rocket' Hall to discuss how the mod got this far, why Day Z proves ArmA is a great game, and the possibility of a stand-alone Day Z title.
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