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By Steven Perdikis - Wed Oct 7, 2009 8:00am
What have the gaming public been buying this week via digital distribution platform Steam? Stuff that you can't get in Australia, apparently. Left 4 Dead 2 somehow managed to be the top seller, (so much for a boycott?), and it was followed by the first game documenting Valve's Zombie Apocalypse. Aion was popular... again, and the other forbidden title also sold heavily through Steam - the RPG, Risen.
If you want to what else sold the most last week, you'll just have to check out the Steam Top Sellers for the week ending October 4th!
If you want to what else sold the most last week, you'll just have to check out the Steam Top Sellers for the week ending October 4th!
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By Steven Perdikis - Wed Sep 30, 2009 9:00am
What have the gaming public been buying this week via digital distribution platform Steam? ... Aion, lots of Aion so much in fact, that the game took out both spot one and two on the Steam Top Sellers chart this week. Aion was followed by Fallen Earth, while the PC version of Batman: Arkham Asylum also sold a fair few copies. The top five was rounded out by F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin.
If you want to what else sold the most last week, you'll just have to check out the Steam Top Sellers for the week ending September 27th!
If you want to what else sold the most last week, you'll just have to check out the Steam Top Sellers for the week ending September 27th!
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By Steven Perdikis - Thu Sep 10, 2009 8:00am
Those of you who have been following the post-release news for F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin will be aware of some of the crazy trailers Monolith have exposed the gaming public to.
Today sees the release of yet another one of these trailers, and it is scary. Not scary due to its content, but scary due it its production values. It is all done in good humour though, so it manages to escape much of the drama that Ubisoft cooked up last week.
Today sees the release of yet another one of these trailers, and it is scary. Not scary due to its content, but scary due it its production values. It is all done in good humour though, so it manages to escape much of the drama that Ubisoft cooked up last week.
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By Steven Perdikis - Fri Sep 4, 2009 10:23am
F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin is still alive and kicking, even though most of us have probably un-installed the PC version of the game by now. If you haven't (or own the game on the PlayStation 3 or Xbox 360) you'll be pleased to know that the latest downloadable content for the game is now available.
To celebrate the occasion, and to entice you to spend your money, a new trailer has been released, featuring semi-corny voice acting that seems to be a thinly veiled post-processing job. In any case, as we've previously reported, if you think that your money is something that you'd rather keep, you can always download the demo before forking out the for the content itself.
To celebrate the occasion, and to entice you to spend your money, a new trailer has been released, featuring semi-corny voice acting that seems to be a thinly veiled post-processing job. In any case, as we've previously reported, if you think that your money is something that you'd rather keep, you can always download the demo before forking out the for the content itself.
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By Matt Keller - Sun Aug 30, 2009 9:01am
It’s the last weekend before the beginning of the traditional holiday rush, where players are flooded with new game releases and essentially spoilt for choice. We’ve all been through this rigmarole before and despite the fact that this year’s line-up is a little thinner thanks to key delays and early releases, we’re still going to be suffering from light wallets and a lack of free time by the end of November.
Like every holiday season before it, there are going to be winners and losers. This week, The Warp Pipe is going to focus on the wildcard releases of the holidays – the games that could be big hits, or fail to catch on.
Like every holiday season before it, there are going to be winners and losers. This week, The Warp Pipe is going to focus on the wildcard releases of the holidays – the games that could be big hits, or fail to catch on.
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By Steven Perdikis - Sat Aug 29, 2009 10:43am
Monolith Productions have released a demo of the upcoming "Reborn" DLC for F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin, which is currently available for download on the PlayStation Network and the Xbox LIVE Marketplace.
The DLC demo gives players to have a quick look at the new single-player campaign, which introduces four all new levels. The "Reborn" DLC will focus on the aftermath of Alma's actions. The new content will be seen from a new perspective - Replica Soldier Foxtrot 813.
The DLC demo gives players to have a quick look at the new single-player campaign, which introduces four all new levels. The "Reborn" DLC will focus on the aftermath of Alma's actions. The new content will be seen from a new perspective - Replica Soldier Foxtrot 813.
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By Steven Perdikis - Thu Aug 13, 2009 11:36am
Late last month, it was revealed that some new content would find its way into F.E.A.R 2: Project Origin, by way of the F.E.A.R 2: Reborn free downloadable content, due for release in Australia on the 4th of September on the Xbox 360 and the PlayStation 3, with the PC not too far away.
The F.E.A.R 2: Reborn downloadable content will feature four new single player levels, and will also introduce Slow-Mo death match. The guys over at Monolith have seen to producing an amusing new trailer promoting the Slow-Mo death match feature - and even if you're not really interested in the actual content, its worth watching to see just how crazy the guys at Monolith are.
The F.E.A.R 2: Reborn downloadable content will feature four new single player levels, and will also introduce Slow-Mo death match. The guys over at Monolith have seen to producing an amusing new trailer promoting the Slow-Mo death match feature - and even if you're not really interested in the actual content, its worth watching to see just how crazy the guys at Monolith are.
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By Jessica Citizen - Fri Jul 31, 2009 11:19am
If your life's been a little scare-free of late, better enjoy it while it lasts - Monolith have just announced they're releasing a new, free multiplayer mode for F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin in their next batch of DLC, due in early September.
The new pack - F.E.A.R. 2: Reborn - will feature four all-new singleplayer missions which will expand the experience from an all-new viewpoint. These new levels come with a simultaneous, automatic title update, which introduces a free Slow-Mo Deathmatch multiplayer mode that you can use with all multiplayer content for F.E.A.R. 2.
A demo showing off the new Reborn content will be released on August 28th, but we've got a new video to give you a sneaky peek right now.
The new pack - F.E.A.R. 2: Reborn - will feature four all-new singleplayer missions which will expand the experience from an all-new viewpoint. These new levels come with a simultaneous, automatic title update, which introduces a free Slow-Mo Deathmatch multiplayer mode that you can use with all multiplayer content for F.E.A.R. 2.
A demo showing off the new Reborn content will be released on August 28th, but we've got a new video to give you a sneaky peek right now.
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By Jessica Citizen - Tue Jun 16, 2009 4:25pm
News that was missed in all the E3 drama: German ministers have started making plans to ban the distribution and production of all violent video games, with the law due before parliament in the coming weeks.
Germany have always had a pretty strict censorship / classification policy, forcing various big-name games to be edited before being approved for release in the country. Blood is not acceptable and anything to do with the Nazis is forbidden (understandably) - but this new move is a big one.
Germany have always had a pretty strict censorship / classification policy, forcing various big-name games to be edited before being approved for release in the country. Blood is not acceptable and anything to do with the Nazis is forbidden (understandably) - but this new move is a big one.
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By Jessica Citizen - Mon Jun 15, 2009 9:26am
What better way to start your week than with a bunch of hulking great mechs? That's what you'll get in the latest update for F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin! The patch has been living in console-exclusive limbo since late May, but it's now available as a standalone download for PC, and it brings the goods.
It's a whopping 900MB in size, but the 1.04 patch, known as Armored Front can be applied to the game right out of the box, as it's also got v1.03 bundled up in there, too. It also introduces two new maps and four new character heads (no, really), to help expand your game experience. And, of course, there are mechs.
It's a whopping 900MB in size, but the 1.04 patch, known as Armored Front can be applied to the game right out of the box, as it's also got v1.03 bundled up in there, too. It also introduces two new maps and four new character heads (no, really), to help expand your game experience. And, of course, there are mechs.
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By Jessica Citizen - Sun Jun 7, 2009 5:34pm
First, there was the G5 and the G7, a pair of mice released by Logitech to target the gaming market. Then came the G9 - which was pretty darn awesome, from all accounts.
...but that wasn't good enough, and we now find ourselves looking at the G9x, a revised version of the laser gaming mouse, which boasts the same design, specs and ergonomics as the earlier model - but this time around, you'll be able to adjust the precision up to a whopping 5000 DPI, from the G9's 3200.
Want to know how it works? Steven Perdikis has a review that will tell you just that.
...but that wasn't good enough, and we now find ourselves looking at the G9x, a revised version of the laser gaming mouse, which boasts the same design, specs and ergonomics as the earlier model - but this time around, you'll be able to adjust the precision up to a whopping 5000 DPI, from the G9's 3200.
Want to know how it works? Steven Perdikis has a review that will tell you just that.
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By Jessica Citizen - Fri Jun 5, 2009 6:58am
Late last month, we saw the second set of DLC released for spooky shooter F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin - but the Armored Front pack only arrived for consoles, leaving the poor PC gamers out in the cold.
It's okay now though, boys and girls - today sees a Steam update hitting home computers around the globe and updating Monolith's latest, to include the new DLC, which includes two new maps (Decoy and Conductor), plus four unique character heads for you to customise your gaming experience. Just restart your client for the new content to download!
It's okay now though, boys and girls - today sees a Steam update hitting home computers around the globe and updating Monolith's latest, to include the new DLC, which includes two new maps (Decoy and Conductor), plus four unique character heads for you to customise your gaming experience. Just restart your client for the new content to download!
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By Jessica Citizen - Fri May 22, 2009 1:41pm
If you like consoles, mechs, and scary shooters, today you're in luck with the release of the second batch of downloadable content for F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin. Titled Armored Front, the multiplayer update includes two new maps - Conductor and Decoy - plus four unique character heads that you can use to customise your gaming experience.
To celebrate, we have a new trailer - EPA Yeah! - and some details and pictures of the new maps. Sorry PC gamers, this one's for Xbox 360 and PS3 only.
To celebrate, we have a new trailer - EPA Yeah! - and some details and pictures of the new maps. Sorry PC gamers, this one's for Xbox 360 and PS3 only.
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By Jessica Citizen - Tue May 19, 2009 10:52am
What makes you F.E.A.R. Alma the most?
That's the question we asked you, and now we can reveal who came up with the most creative answers, which have won themselves a copy of F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin for PC - signed by the developers at Monolith - as well as a limited edition poster for the game.
While it's not much help for the PC version, this is also a good time to remind you that the second lot of downloadable content for F.E.A.R. 2 has been announced for Xbox 360 and PS3 - the brand new Armored Front multiplayer map pack will arrive starting May 21st!
But now, without any further ado, the envelope please!
That's the question we asked you, and now we can reveal who came up with the most creative answers, which have won themselves a copy of F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin for PC - signed by the developers at Monolith - as well as a limited edition poster for the game.
While it's not much help for the PC version, this is also a good time to remind you that the second lot of downloadable content for F.E.A.R. 2 has been announced for Xbox 360 and PS3 - the brand new Armored Front multiplayer map pack will arrive starting May 21st!
But now, without any further ado, the envelope please!
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By Jessica Citizen - Fri May 15, 2009 10:39am
Played through F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin? Checked out the Toy Soldiers pack? Want something new? Want something mech?
...you're in luck. Starting May 21st (that's next week!), the clever boys and girls at Monolith are releasing a new map pack on the world - Armored Front - which promises a whole new multiplayer experience for both console versions of the game (sorry, no PC confirmation at this stage). Two new maps, and - wait for it - four unique character heads.
Don't take our word for it, we've got a new video to show off what's in store.
...you're in luck. Starting May 21st (that's next week!), the clever boys and girls at Monolith are releasing a new map pack on the world - Armored Front - which promises a whole new multiplayer experience for both console versions of the game (sorry, no PC confirmation at this stage). Two new maps, and - wait for it - four unique character heads.
Don't take our word for it, we've got a new video to show off what's in store.
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By Jessica Citizen - Fri Apr 24, 2009 6:37pm
Yesterday, we brought you an interview with Razer Product Evangelist Christopher Mitchell, who spoke to Steven Perdikis all about their new baby, the Mamba dual-mode (wired and wireless) mouse.
Today, as promised, Steven shares with us his experiences with the shiny new Mamba - can this mouse really live up to the hype? Does it really work well in both wired and wireless modes? ...and, the most important question - can it cope with the stresses of gaming? You'll need to read the review to find out!
Today, as promised, Steven shares with us his experiences with the shiny new Mamba - can this mouse really live up to the hype? Does it really work well in both wired and wireless modes? ...and, the most important question - can it cope with the stresses of gaming? You'll need to read the review to find out!
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By Steven Perdikis - Tue Apr 21, 2009 4:20pm
The lack of an R18+ Rating for computer games in Australia is one issue that has been recently discussed by the Attorneys General of each state. It was previously announced that a discussion paper for public opinion on the matter would be released.
The contents of the paper, which were to be edited by South Australian Attorney General, Michael Atkinson before being released to the public was not met with unanimous agreement by each of the state and territory Attorneys General at the recent Standing Committee of Attorneys General meeting in Canberra.
The contents of the paper, which were to be edited by South Australian Attorney General, Michael Atkinson before being released to the public was not met with unanimous agreement by each of the state and territory Attorneys General at the recent Standing Committee of Attorneys General meeting in Canberra.
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By Jessica Citizen - Fri Apr 17, 2009 12:02pm
The first major update for F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin is here, which brings with it the fabled Toy Soldiers map pack. The 1.03 patch is available direct from the file library, or, if you grabbed the game through Steam, it will download automatically, saving you the trouble. The update should also now be available for both the PS3 and Xbox 360 versions, which should alert you next time you fire up the game.
While the patch is downloading, I'd like to offer you a musical interlude - Miniature Replica Soldier, which explores the new maps in a happy karaoke version for your singalong pleasure.
While the patch is downloading, I'd like to offer you a musical interlude - Miniature Replica Soldier, which explores the new maps in a happy karaoke version for your singalong pleasure.
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By Jessica Citizen - Wed Apr 8, 2009 9:31am
Would F.E.A.R. 2 be as scary if everything was shrunk to 1/8th of its normal size? This is the question asked in the upcoming Toy Soldiers map pack, first announced last month.
The pack, which contains three multiplayer maps, drops players into a playground, a blood-drenched hospital room and even a pinball machine, and lets them run around in miniature. Want to see how it works? Check out this new trailer!
The pack, which contains three multiplayer maps, drops players into a playground, a blood-drenched hospital room and even a pinball machine, and lets them run around in miniature. Want to see how it works? Check out this new trailer!
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By Steven Perdikis - Sat Mar 14, 2009 11:25am
Terrifying the pants off people is the goal of F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin. Sometimes, pesky bugs get in the way of achieving that goal. To counter this, Monolith Productions have released a new patch for F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin which aggressively pursues and destroys some bugs, along with adding some new features.
Firstly, for those complaining about the lack of a challenge - Monolith have looked deep into their black little hearts and made "Hard Mode" even more difficult, they've added a toggle to allow gamers to switch between 16:9 and 4:3 modes, implemented a toggle to enable and disable head-bob, given us the option to remove film grain, and implemented a number of important multi player fixes and other minor bug-squishing.
You can download the update through Steam now - simply restart your client, or attempt to load up the game, and you'll get the update!
Firstly, for those complaining about the lack of a challenge - Monolith have looked deep into their black little hearts and made "Hard Mode" even more difficult, they've added a toggle to allow gamers to switch between 16:9 and 4:3 modes, implemented a toggle to enable and disable head-bob, given us the option to remove film grain, and implemented a number of important multi player fixes and other minor bug-squishing.
You can download the update through Steam now - simply restart your client, or attempt to load up the game, and you'll get the update!
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By Jessica Citizen - Fri Mar 13, 2009 10:49am
It's not zombies, but it wouldn't be a proper Friday the 13th without some mention of scary girls who want to kill you, right? F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin was released a month ago today (on the other Friday the 13th), and they've already announced their first downloadable content pack... now trust me, this one's a bit special.
There are many directions that you could take with a game like F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin, but I don't think anybody really expected this one. I'd like to introduce to you the Toy Soldiers map pack, to be released (free!) in "mid-April" of this year.
There are many directions that you could take with a game like F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin, but I don't think anybody really expected this one. I'd like to introduce to you the Toy Soldiers map pack, to be released (free!) in "mid-April" of this year.
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By Jessica Citizen - Thu Feb 19, 2009 5:00pm
Ever wondered just what the Australian gaming public are buying? We've got the latest charts for you that will give you all the details you need to know, for all the major platforms.
It's been a while since we brought you these charts, things kept getting in the way, but we're back now with a vengeance - and a familiar scary girl sneaking into the overall charts, as well as topping all three platforms she was released on.
Other than that little surprise, it's business as usual - Australians love their weight-measurement motion-sensing, the PS2 is crooning along with Benny, Bjorn, Agnetha and Anni-Frid, the DS fans are still stretching their grey matter and the PSP gets in a bit of soccer action.
It's been a while since we brought you these charts, things kept getting in the way, but we're back now with a vengeance - and a familiar scary girl sneaking into the overall charts, as well as topping all three platforms she was released on.
Other than that little surprise, it's business as usual - Australians love their weight-measurement motion-sensing, the PS2 is crooning along with Benny, Bjorn, Agnetha and Anni-Frid, the DS fans are still stretching their grey matter and the PSP gets in a bit of soccer action.
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By Junglist - Mon Feb 16, 2009 5:47pm
Good Game, the show for Gamers by Gamers is showing on a screen near you tonight – in the comfy time slot of 8.30pm on ABC2 and late on Friday nights on ABC1.
Good Game aims to bringing Australian gamers the latest gaming news, reviews, developer interviews and analysis of gamer culture. This time around, hosts Bajo & Junglist will be running all year, handing out rubber chickens for 43 straight weeks!
This week, the show looks at Dawn of War 2, FEAR 2, Killzone 2 and the original Warhammer, plus introducing new animations and more new content!
Good Game aims to bringing Australian gamers the latest gaming news, reviews, developer interviews and analysis of gamer culture. This time around, hosts Bajo & Junglist will be running all year, handing out rubber chickens for 43 straight weeks!
This week, the show looks at Dawn of War 2, FEAR 2, Killzone 2 and the original Warhammer, plus introducing new animations and more new content!
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By Matt Keller - Wed Feb 11, 2009 6:38pm
Things are getting a little bit spooky this week, not only due to the release of the hotly anticipated and rather scary F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin, but also due to a large influx of Nintendo DS shovelware. Who would have thought back in 2004 that the machine would be home to so many terrible games?
Don’t forget to check out the full release schedule for the latest changes and information on upcoming games.
Don’t forget to check out the full release schedule for the latest changes and information on upcoming games.
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By Jessica Citizen - Wed Feb 11, 2009 1:57pm
You might have noticed things looking a little different around here - well, it's time to fear Alma again! Warner Bros. Interactive and Monolith Productions would like to make your life just a little bit more frightening, with the release of F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin on Friday the 13th of February.
To celebrate, Games On Net is giving away five PC copies of the game signed by the developers, each one bundled with a limited edition poster, so you can display everybody's favourite scary girl, Alma!
To celebrate, Games On Net is giving away five PC copies of the game signed by the developers, each one bundled with a limited edition poster, so you can display everybody's favourite scary girl, Alma!
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By Brenna Hillier - Mon Feb 9, 2009 2:06pm
Do we have time to squeeze in one last trailer before F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin makes its way into our lives this Friday the 13th? I think we do, especially if you haven't had much to do with the series before this. This new trailer gives a brief overview of how this title ties to its cult-favourite precursor, F.E.A.R. While aficionados will tell you that even the most detailed plot-summary can't do justice to the experience of the full game, for those of you who won't have time to shriek your way through the whole first game by the end of the week, maybe this will help!
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By Matt Keller - Wed Feb 4, 2009 9:13pm
2009 has been a bit iffy so far, but that’s about to change as we creep into February. Chrono Trigger makes its PAL debut on the DS, only fourteen years after the original SNES release (and three months after everyone else), R-Type Dimensions storms onto Xbox Live Arcade to cause many an expletive and thrown controller and The Lord of the Rings Online ventures into the Mines of Moria for its first expansion.
Don’t forget to check out the full release schedule for the latest changes and information on upcoming games.
Don’t forget to check out the full release schedule for the latest changes and information on upcoming games.
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By Timmy Campbell - Wed Jan 28, 2009 11:41am
With the long weekend behind us and work knocking on our doors, why not take a break from the real world and check out some of the new trailers we got in this week. From the hilarious to the freaking, this weeks Now Playing has you sorted out for whichever emotion you are feeling after your weekend.
This week is a mixed bag of goodness! Firstly we have a video I really don't know how to describe but after that we hit the skies for a new dawn of war. We get a little bit of pain and learn some ways of the Samurai/Disco dancer. Lastly we check out who put some fear into Chienne and UgLyPuNk this week.
This week is a mixed bag of goodness! Firstly we have a video I really don't know how to describe but after that we hit the skies for a new dawn of war. We get a little bit of pain and learn some ways of the Samurai/Disco dancer. Lastly we check out who put some fear into Chienne and UgLyPuNk this week.
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By Steven Perdikis - Tue Jan 27, 2009 1:59pm
With the temperature here in Adelaide forecast to hit 41 degrees Celsius today, a trinity of news regarding happenings on Valve's digital distribution platform, Steam has fittingly landed on my desk.
Firstly - there is an update for Garry's Mod, and another for Saints Row 2. Finally, the trinity of news is rounded by something suitably F.E.A.Rsome, with users now able to pre-purchase F.E.A.R 2: Project Origin via the digital distribution platform.
Firstly - there is an update for Garry's Mod, and another for Saints Row 2. Finally, the trinity of news is rounded by something suitably F.E.A.Rsome, with users now able to pre-purchase F.E.A.R 2: Project Origin via the digital distribution platform.
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By Jessica Citizen - Thu Jan 22, 2009 8:20pm
Well now, looks like the F.E.A.R. 2 demo is out a little earlier than anticipated, I thought we'd have a few hours breathing space but no - Alma's back, and she's ready for action. Who are we to argue?
Run, don't walk, and grab the brand new 1.75GB playable demo that is happily nestled in our File Library. While it's downloading, why don't you take a peek at our exclusive video interview we ran earlier today, or perhaps have a browse through some of the new screenshots we added!
UPDATE: Lest we forget our console brethren, the Xbox 360 and PS3 versions of this demo are also now available, for all your spooky platform needs.
Run, don't walk, and grab the brand new 1.75GB playable demo that is happily nestled in our File Library. While it's downloading, why don't you take a peek at our exclusive video interview we ran earlier today, or perhaps have a browse through some of the new screenshots we added!
UPDATE: Lest we forget our console brethren, the Xbox 360 and PS3 versions of this demo are also now available, for all your spooky platform needs.
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By Jessica Citizen - Thu Jan 22, 2009 4:20pm
After a nervous wait late last year, it was recently confirmed Australia will be getting F.E.A.R. 2 uncut, just the way the developers wanted. Earlier this week, we were invited to Sydney to spend some time with Primary Art Lead at Monolith, Dave Matthews, to find out what's in store for gamers who like a bit of a scare, and who want to spend some more time with Alma, who's back, and still scary.
With video camera in hand, we found out all about those mechs, some new enemies lurking in Auburn, and Dave finally took the wraps off the game's multiplayer details.
With video camera in hand, we found out all about those mechs, some new enemies lurking in Auburn, and Dave finally took the wraps off the game's multiplayer details.
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By Jessica Citizen - Mon Jan 19, 2009 2:31pm
Everything we hear about F.E.A.R. 2 keeps getting better and better, now they've recovered from that pesky little banning issue. Not only are we getting the game on February 13th, but we're also getting a shiny new console demo release for PS3, Xbox 360 and the humble PC starting this week!
That's right, starting Friday January 23rd, a playable demo for F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin will be made available via Xbox LIVE and the PlayStation Network - as well as a local PC copy that you'll be able to download at your leisure.
That's right, starting Friday January 23rd, a playable demo for F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin will be made available via Xbox LIVE and the PlayStation Network - as well as a local PC copy that you'll be able to download at your leisure.
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By Steven Perdikis - Fri Jan 16, 2009 10:58am
The crazy folk at Monolith Productions have released a new Q&A session in the form of a video, which answers a number of questions about their upcoming title, F.E.A.R 2: Project Origin. The video features the round up of usual suspects, in not so usual attire.
Appearing as Santa, Primary Art Lead, and bourbon requester, Dave Matthews accompanies Frosty the Snowman (Multiplayer Level Designer, Tom Hanrahan) - and Rudolph the Reindeer (Associate Producer, Lucas Myers). With a healthy dose of humour, they respond to a bunch of questions from the fans - addressing issues such as the Australian "ban" of F.E.A.R 2: Project Origin (which was recently overturned, along with answering some questions in relation to multiplayer.
Appearing as Santa, Primary Art Lead, and bourbon requester, Dave Matthews accompanies Frosty the Snowman (Multiplayer Level Designer, Tom Hanrahan) - and Rudolph the Reindeer (Associate Producer, Lucas Myers). With a healthy dose of humour, they respond to a bunch of questions from the fans - addressing issues such as the Australian "ban" of F.E.A.R 2: Project Origin (which was recently overturned, along with answering some questions in relation to multiplayer.
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By Jessica Citizen - Tue Jan 13, 2009 12:57pm
After all the fuss about F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin, it's nice to have some good news for a change. Not only will the game be arriving safely on Australian shores - uncut - but we've also just received the system specs, and they are, in a word, "reasonable".
We'd heard a few snippets that the upcoming scary sequel would make use of DirectX 10 technology, making the game inaccessible for those of us still using Windows XP. Fortunately, those rumours have been squashed, with Monolith really outdoing themselves in the optimisation stakes.
We'd heard a few snippets that the upcoming scary sequel would make use of DirectX 10 technology, making the game inaccessible for those of us still using Windows XP. Fortunately, those rumours have been squashed, with Monolith really outdoing themselves in the optimisation stakes.
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By Timmy Campbell - Tue Jan 6, 2009 8:20pm
Last week we checked out some of the best trailers from 2008 but it seems the developers need just a little bit more time to get some new stuff out. So this week we will be looking at some of the best clips for games coming out this year! These videos were made to hype you up and it might have been just a little while since you have seen them. Check them out to understand why 2009 is going to be an excellent year of gaming.
Starting off this week is a high flying fighter. Then we are going back to the origin of a project, as well as hitting the streets for a fight. There is something evil around there and it might just be because of the hammer of war. But luckily we have a commando to swing into action to save us.
Starting off this week is a high flying fighter. Then we are going back to the origin of a project, as well as hitting the streets for a fight. There is something evil around there and it might just be because of the hammer of war. But luckily we have a commando to swing into action to save us.
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By Jessica Citizen - Thu Jan 1, 2009 1:27pm
What will you remember 2008 for, in terms of gaming?
We asked some of the game admins and network staff to find out their thoughts, but here's a quick recap of the past 12 months, to refresh your memory.
Non-games dominated this year's charts, with Wii Fit rewarding gamers for standing still. As a country, we were still fans of the music game genre too, finally getting our hands on Rock Band, which seemed to have been pushed onto shelves by the release of Guitar Hero: World Tour a week later. Who knows, the full-band version may even have healed some hurt caused by the "interesting" yet awkward Guitar Hero: On Tour release for DS. There was a new Call of Duty to heed, a new Bond to meet, Marcus and Dom were back, and independent developers twisted our brains with Braid and our rhythm skills with Audiosurf. Red Alert was back, and we revisited the Midnight Club. We also saw the release of the "Three Fs" - Far Cry 2, Fable 2, and Fallout 3, meaning many gamers were a bit strapped for cash by the end of the year.
...and, who could forget? 2008 is the year we met Sackboy!
We asked some of the game admins and network staff to find out their thoughts, but here's a quick recap of the past 12 months, to refresh your memory.
Non-games dominated this year's charts, with Wii Fit rewarding gamers for standing still. As a country, we were still fans of the music game genre too, finally getting our hands on Rock Band, which seemed to have been pushed onto shelves by the release of Guitar Hero: World Tour a week later. Who knows, the full-band version may even have healed some hurt caused by the "interesting" yet awkward Guitar Hero: On Tour release for DS. There was a new Call of Duty to heed, a new Bond to meet, Marcus and Dom were back, and independent developers twisted our brains with Braid and our rhythm skills with Audiosurf. Red Alert was back, and we revisited the Midnight Club. We also saw the release of the "Three Fs" - Far Cry 2, Fable 2, and Fallout 3, meaning many gamers were a bit strapped for cash by the end of the year.
...and, who could forget? 2008 is the year we met Sackboy!
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By Jessica Citizen - Thu Dec 18, 2008 11:59am
If you are thrilled to bits with the news that F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin has indeed been given the green light for an Australian release (in February, no less), then I'd like to offer you a couple of videos to celebrate.
For something a bit different, we have a Comic Trailer, which gives a slightly more two-dimentional view of Auburn, the setting for both the original F.E.A.R. and this new sequel. Then, getting even more different, we have a pair of videos that feature the "Unsung Heroes" of developer Monolith, Part #1 and Part #2 taking a look at the IT department.
For something a bit different, we have a Comic Trailer, which gives a slightly more two-dimentional view of Auburn, the setting for both the original F.E.A.R. and this new sequel. Then, getting even more different, we have a pair of videos that feature the "Unsung Heroes" of developer Monolith, Part #1 and Part #2 taking a look at the IT department.
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By Jessica Citizen - Tue Dec 16, 2008 4:38pm
In what may be seen as a festive display from the Australian Classifications Board, the review process for F.E.A.R 2: Project Origin has been successfully completed, and the game is considered suitable for Australian gamers. The unanimous decision from the Review Board sees the game labelled with an MA 15+ rating, due to "Strong violence, blood and gore. Moderate coarse language".
Even more interestingly - this is exactly the same version of the game that was Refused Classification last month.
Even more interestingly - this is exactly the same version of the game that was Refused Classification last month.
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By Timmy Campbell - Tue Dec 2, 2008 7:27pm
Oh no! Time has flown and I can't even believe it is December already. The last of the huge weeks of releases is here and it is the last chance for publishers to get their trailers out before the masses head to do their Christmas shopping.
This week we are heading back to Persia in time for the games release. One of my Final Fantasies comes back in a new game. There is a Storm rising over Project Origin and games considering this their Alpha Protocol. Lastly we get a little Roco in a crazy sequel.
This week we are heading back to Persia in time for the games release. One of my Final Fantasies comes back in a new game. There is a Storm rising over Project Origin and games considering this their Alpha Protocol. Lastly we get a little Roco in a crazy sequel.
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By Jessica Citizen - Thu Nov 27, 2008 12:29pm
We briefly stepped away from the drama surrounding F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin, but now it's right back into the thick of it, with an official statement from Warner Bros about the game's future. To put it simply, a spokesperson confirmed this morning that the company is "currently working through the appeals process with the Classifications Board".
If you wanted to refresh yourself about what the game's about, today we also received the third in a series of "Developer Q&A" videos, where the guys behind the scenes at Monolith talk pretty openly about what they've been up to. It also seems like a good time to share with you a couple of nifty behind-the-scenes trailers, which expand on some of the game's concepts.
If you wanted to refresh yourself about what the game's about, today we also received the third in a series of "Developer Q&A" videos, where the guys behind the scenes at Monolith talk pretty openly about what they've been up to. It also seems like a good time to share with you a couple of nifty behind-the-scenes trailers, which expand on some of the game's concepts.
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By Jessica Citizen - Thu Nov 27, 2008 9:25am
While some of us are still reeling from the news that F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin has been refused classification in Australia, thanks to the Classification Board, we now have the full report as to why the game has been effectively banned.
Those of you who were putting money on the fact it was a bit of the old ultra-violence were spot on, with the Board finding that the game contains violence that is "high in impact", and is "unsuitable for a minor to play", in accordance with item 1(d) of the computer games table of the National Classification Code.
If you'd like to know more, read on - but if you're still wanting to play the game, be warned there may be spoilers lurking within.
Those of you who were putting money on the fact it was a bit of the old ultra-violence were spot on, with the Board finding that the game contains violence that is "high in impact", and is "unsuitable for a minor to play", in accordance with item 1(d) of the computer games table of the National Classification Code.
If you'd like to know more, read on - but if you're still wanting to play the game, be warned there may be spoilers lurking within.
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By Jessica Citizen - Wed Nov 26, 2008 7:02pm
We all expected F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin to be shocking - as the sequel to one of the more terrifying games of the past five years it had a lot to live up to. That said, we didn't really expect the shock to come from the Australian Classification Board, which has considered the game to be unsuitable for Australian gamers, refusing it classification in this country.
While we have a copy of the RC statement, we're currently waiting to hear back from the Board about the details behind their decisions - as well as comments from publishers Warner Bros about what their plans are now. Did Alma get a little too bloodthirsty for Australian audiences?
While we have a copy of the RC statement, we're currently waiting to hear back from the Board about the details behind their decisions - as well as comments from publishers Warner Bros about what their plans are now. Did Alma get a little too bloodthirsty for Australian audiences?
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By Steven Perdikis - Tue Nov 18, 2008 4:02pm
It has been a while since we've heard any news about Monolith's latest software that isn't related to a name change. Today, a new trailer for F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin has surfaced, which explains that the sequel begins approximately thirty minutes before the first instalment ended.
The trailer also offers insights into the plot from Craig Hubbard, Principle Game Designer. In addition, some new game play footage is featured, which seems to indicate that Monolith have been working on the title feverishly, even if its name has been tentative throughout much of development.
The trailer also offers insights into the plot from Craig Hubbard, Principle Game Designer. In addition, some new game play footage is featured, which seems to indicate that Monolith have been working on the title feverishly, even if its name has been tentative throughout much of development.
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By Jessica Citizen - Mon Nov 3, 2008 2:56pm
Are we all sitting comfortably, children? I have a story to tell you.
Once upon a time, a Special Forces squad was sent on a routine mission to a little town called Auburn. While they were there, the town was suddenly rocked by a huge supernatural explosion! Alma, a little girl living in the city, had developed immense power and a great thirst for revenge, and she has unleashed her wrath upon the townsfolk, throwing them - and their homes - into chaos!
Would you like to know more about this little girl named Alma? She has her very own video for you to watch, and a game is being made about her - F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin.
Once upon a time, a Special Forces squad was sent on a routine mission to a little town called Auburn. While they were there, the town was suddenly rocked by a huge supernatural explosion! Alma, a little girl living in the city, had developed immense power and a great thirst for revenge, and she has unleashed her wrath upon the townsfolk, throwing them - and their homes - into chaos!
Would you like to know more about this little girl named Alma? She has her very own video for you to watch, and a game is being made about her - F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin.
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By Timmy Zombiehunter - Fri Oct 31, 2008 8:34am
After a sea of laughs from our Seadog Awards, we have decided to bring you more. This time around in the spirit of this month's festivities, we have put together The Games On Net Horrific Awards.
Sure Halloween might not be big in this country, but scary games are and they deserve to be awarded. Will there be zombie ushers at the ceremony or will a Boo try to sneak up on you? Bring your bag and trick or treat your way in, to see which games won our horrific awards!
Sure Halloween might not be big in this country, but scary games are and they deserve to be awarded. Will there be zombie ushers at the ceremony or will a Boo try to sneak up on you? Bring your bag and trick or treat your way in, to see which games won our horrific awards!
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By Steven Perdikis - Tue Sep 23, 2008 8:56am
F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin, developed by Monolith, is one of few pieces of intellectual property returning to the game market after a time of absence. While the guys at Monolith produce generally macabre games, their fun-loving, happy sides shine through in a new Developer Interview we've got for you.
A few weeks ago, Jessica Citizen reported that Monolith had regained the rights to utilise the F.E.A.R branding, purchasing it from Sierra before the hand of the once software giant (now in a state of relative uncertainty) crushed the license before its new overlords, Activision Blizzard.
A few weeks ago, Jessica Citizen reported that Monolith had regained the rights to utilise the F.E.A.R branding, purchasing it from Sierra before the hand of the once software giant (now in a state of relative uncertainty) crushed the license before its new overlords, Activision Blizzard.
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By Timmy Campbell - Sat Sep 13, 2008 1:56pm
With the news this week of this anticipated sequel officially getting the original name back. The team at Monolith Productions have sent us a brand new trailer to show off F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin.
While we might have to wait until next year to see the return of Alma, the trailer is pretty impressive and one that I think fans will be drooling over until release day.
While we might have to wait until next year to see the return of Alma, the trailer is pretty impressive and one that I think fans will be drooling over until release day.
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By Jessica Citizen - Tue Sep 9, 2008 9:03am
Every time that we mention Monolith's upcoming scary shooter Project Origin, we feel the need to explain that it is "essentially, F.E.A.R. 2". Well, that explanation is now totally unnecessary, with Monolith and publishers Warner Bros re-acquiring the name from former publishers Sierra.
What does this mean? Basically, that you should adjust your wishlists to now include F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin - and if you'd been hanging out for the Sierra title known as F.E.A.R. 2, the future's looking bleak.
What does this mean? Basically, that you should adjust your wishlists to now include F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin - and if you'd been hanging out for the Sierra title known as F.E.A.R. 2, the future's looking bleak.
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By TheMeadow - Tue Aug 26, 2008 11:27pm
With the Leipzig Games Connection coming to an end, we have still been getting in some amazing trailers for some great looking games coming up. With so many trailers out this week, I decided to include a special mention to some of the others that were impressive. So bring it on!
Some of the trailers this week are a little bit sacred and just end too quickly. You might need a wheel for a couple of them or know their origins, be it ancient dragons or future projects. But you can just sit back and enjoy watching the storm.
Some of the trailers this week are a little bit sacred and just end too quickly. You might need a wheel for a couple of them or know their origins, be it ancient dragons or future projects. But you can just sit back and enjoy watching the storm.
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By holo` - Mon Jul 21, 2008 10:34am
With the dust finally settled over the myriad of press releases that emerged from E3, we've got the task of shuffling through them, picking out those that will interest you guys. One such piece of information that has mysteriously made its way to the top of the pile is regarding Monolith's latest, Project Origin.
We've got a trailer, a fact sheet, and a bunch of screenshots which indicate some progress in the development of the game, along with informing us of what we can expect.
We've got a trailer, a fact sheet, and a bunch of screenshots which indicate some progress in the development of the game, along with informing us of what we can expect.
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By TheMeadow - Mon Jul 14, 2008 10:19pm
I mentioned last week that Now Playing would have a nice little role for E3 and bring you something special. Every night this week, Now Playing will be bringing you some of the many, many trailers we receive this week from the E3 Media & Business Summit.
Leading off for this special event is a few heroes and villains in pieces, an original project that is a little fearful and an empire that seems to be, once again, experiencing war. Also we have a nice round up of all the other trailers that have caught our attention. Stay tuned sports fans as this week is only going to get more exciting!
Leading off for this special event is a few heroes and villains in pieces, an original project that is a little fearful and an empire that seems to be, once again, experiencing war. Also we have a nice round up of all the other trailers that have caught our attention. Stay tuned sports fans as this week is only going to get more exciting!
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By TheMeadow - Tue May 20, 2008 9:32pm
This week is massive! There is just no other way to describe it. So many excellent trailers have appeared in the last week so much so that I couldn't even begin to list them all in here. It seems that alot of companies are going with the cinematic trailers as well, which do make for some interesting viewing.
Our favourite snake is back again showing off his latest story. There is some battles forged of epic proportions. The scary origins of a well known story and a project thats a little fearful. A new trailer for a game thats on the eve of coming out and a gameplay video of some medieval blades and err... mounts.
Our favourite snake is back again showing off his latest story. There is some battles forged of epic proportions. The scary origins of a well known story and a project thats a little fearful. A new trailer for a game thats on the eve of coming out and a gameplay video of some medieval blades and err... mounts.
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By Chienne - Tue Apr 22, 2008 11:44am
Not only do we have two new Project Origin videos for you (Assassin and School Hospital), but there are also a bunch of new screenshots that have just been added to our file library all ready for your perusal.
By now, you all know the drill. Set just before the end of F.E.A.R., a Special Forces squad has been sent on a routine mission in Auburn, when the city is rocked by a huge, supernatural explosion. It seems that Alma, a little girl with a thirst for revenge and immense power, has taken out her anger upon the city.
By now, you all know the drill. Set just before the end of F.E.A.R., a Special Forces squad has been sent on a routine mission in Auburn, when the city is rocked by a huge, supernatural explosion. It seems that Alma, a little girl with a thirst for revenge and immense power, has taken out her anger upon the city.
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By Chienne - Sat Apr 5, 2008 12:00pm
On a bright, sunny Saturday morning, what better to do than stay indoors, with the lights off, taking a look at what's in store with Project Origin?
We have a new video for you, featuring the terrifying Abomination, and a handful of new scary screens, too.
Project Origin is currently being developed by Monolith, to be published by the end of the year on PS3, Xbox 360 and PC.
We have a new video for you, featuring the terrifying Abomination, and a handful of new scary screens, too.
Project Origin is currently being developed by Monolith, to be published by the end of the year on PS3, Xbox 360 and PC.
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By Chienne - Mon Mar 17, 2008 4:56pm
It's still fairly warm, but if you want some chills sent down your back, I'm sure Alma will be pleased to help. The official community website for Project Origin has finally been launched, showcasing all that's good and scary about Monolith Productions' sequel to the supernatural first-person shooter, F.E.A.R..
Be thrown straight back into the tension and terror of the original as you combat enemy forces and mysterious other powers in a struggle of good and evil, trying to discover how to stop Alma, a young girl with powers only surpassed by her thirst for revenge.
If you're ready to fear Alma again, then point your crosshairs at www.projectorigingame.com/ - and don't say we didn't warn you!
Be thrown straight back into the tension and terror of the original as you combat enemy forces and mysterious other powers in a struggle of good and evil, trying to discover how to stop Alma, a young girl with powers only surpassed by her thirst for revenge.
If you're ready to fear Alma again, then point your crosshairs at www.projectorigingame.com/ - and don't say we didn't warn you!
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By Chienne - Wed Mar 12, 2008 11:08am
Get ready to fear Alma again... she's back and just as F.E.A.R.some as ever, in Monolith's highly-anticipated sequel, Project Origin.
Due to arrive in Australia at the end of this year for Xbox 360, PS3 and PC, we've got our hands on the brand new (scary!) trailer for the game.
Don't say we didn't warn you...
Due to arrive in Australia at the end of this year for Xbox 360, PS3 and PC, we've got our hands on the brand new (scary!) trailer for the game.
Don't say we didn't warn you...
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By Chienne - Tue Feb 19, 2008 12:11pm
Project Origin is Monolith's fear-some new title, with a title chosen by you guys through a vote in the middle of last year. It's due out in about six months for the PS3, Xbox 360 and PC, and we've just received a HUGE PILE of new screenshots and images of everybody's favourite scary girl, Alma.
Get ready for some over-the-top effects combined with frighteningly intelligent enemies as you race to save the city of Auburn (well, what's left of it), from Alma's ghostly rage in this title, set just before the ending of F.E.A.R..
Get ready for some over-the-top effects combined with frighteningly intelligent enemies as you race to save the city of Auburn (well, what's left of it), from Alma's ghostly rage in this title, set just before the ending of F.E.A.R..
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By Chienne - Wed Oct 17, 2007 12:49pm
As part of their plan to take over the world, Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment has just set up shop Down Under, bringing their videogame publishing arm to Australia. They've announced plans to include direct distribution, sales and marketing of games, both those developed internally and third-party releases.
This shouldn't surprise anyone - not only is Australia a pretty cool place to be, but WB's Next Big Thing is Looney Tunes: Acme Arsenal, developed by local company, Red Tribe.
This shouldn't surprise anyone - not only is Australia a pretty cool place to be, but WB's Next Big Thing is Looney Tunes: Acme Arsenal, developed by local company, Red Tribe.
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By Chienne - Fri Sep 7, 2007 11:04am
We told you a while back that Monolith were looking for a title for their sequel to F.E.A.R..
After a lengthy submission and voting process, they've finally announced the winner. Beating Dark Signal and Dead Echo in the voting stakes, I'd like to formally announce Project Origin. Not content with merely releasing a statement to that effect, Monolith are also giving gamers a video of the naming process, so you can see how it goes behind the scenes.
After a lengthy submission and voting process, they've finally announced the winner. Beating Dark Signal and Dead Echo in the voting stakes, I'd like to formally announce Project Origin. Not content with merely releasing a statement to that effect, Monolith are also giving gamers a video of the naming process, so you can see how it goes behind the scenes.
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By Chienne - Thu Aug 9, 2007 10:41am
Looking for something to do to pass a few moments today? Why not go vote for the title of Monolith's new F.E.A.R. sequel?
It's the usual story, developer creates game, enters publishing deal. Developer and publisher part ways - developer retains some parts of the IP, publisher retains others, including the name. Both companies later release follow-ups to the original title.
Anyway. Monolith ran a competition earlier this year (only open to American residents) to pick the new name for their upcoming title - and now they've turned the three finalists back on the mercy of the crowd.
It's the usual story, developer creates game, enters publishing deal. Developer and publisher part ways - developer retains some parts of the IP, publisher retains others, including the name. Both companies later release follow-ups to the original title.
Anyway. Monolith ran a competition earlier this year (only open to American residents) to pick the new name for their upcoming title - and now they've turned the three finalists back on the mercy of the crowd.
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