Archived News:
The digital detectives at
superannuation point the way to three different job openings posted by 38
Studios that suggest something is underway that hasn't been announced at the
developer founded by former MLB pitcher Curt Schilling. 38 Studios' announced
project is an MMORPG codenamed Copernicus, but these openings don't seem to fit
in with that, and are all listed under the heading of Big Huge Games, the
developer purchased by 38 Studios earlier this year. They are
advertising for a Senior PS3
Programmer, a project art
director that has "Shipped titles as a Senior and/or Lead Artist on PC or
console (PS2/ PS3/ Xbox/ 360/ Wii). RPG or open-world experience a huge plus,"
and a Narrative Designer,
listing "Design and script game encounters, scripted events, and cinematics"
among the requirements.
Blitz Arcade announces they have signed Xbox LIVE game Clover for release on
the PC under the title Clover: A Curious Tale (thanks
Big Download). There's currently no release date for the project, but here's
a bit on what it is: The new and enhanced version of Clover - now Clover:
A Curious Tale - updates the hand-crafted watercolour political platform puzzler
and invites players to put their puzzle-solving skills to the test by
confronting the mysteries of its fascinating medieval world.
Players must help orphaned teenager Sam find out more about the events
surrounding a shock attack on the proud nation of Sanha, which resulted in his
mother's tragic death. Be warned though, even if Sam works out the mysteries
that surround him, the answers he receives may challenge his beliefs forever.
Featuring a fully remastered piano score, new puzzles, voice acting,
localisation and a plethora of new ambient effects, Clover: A Curious Tale is a
relaxing yet immersive experience that will keep players pushing to find out
more.
Level R now offers English,
French, and Spanish versions in addition to the original German-language support
in Gamigo's subscription-free racing MMOG. Here's a bit on the game: "Players
can discover the maps in explorer mode, engage in realistic races in simulation
mode and even play games of capture the flag. As well as the high- octane drag
racing mode there’s the bread and butter of the game: Arcade mode. Playing any
of these modes earn players points that can be exchanged for improvements to
their car and, in later levels, brand new ones."
Acclaim announces 2Moons is now
global, so players from around the world can join this subscription-free
fantasy-themed MMORPG. In addition, the latest content update for the game,
titled "She is Aloken," is now live. Word is: "The update will include the new
majestic Aloken class. Alokens are tremendously skilled hunters and their
strengths are focused upon dexterity and spirit (They’re also pretty hot).
Wielding spears with crushing accuracy, this class of character should strike
fear throughout the community with their impressive assault and attack skills."
A new beta version 0.35 of the Renegade-X
modification for Unreal Tournament III is now available. Renegade-X seeks
to created an updated first-person shooter based on the Command & Conquer
universe in the vein of C&C Renegade.
There's a Left 4
Dead/Left 4 Dead 2 video interview on the YouTube where Valve's Kim
Swift answers questions about the zombie shooter series at the Tokyo Game Show.
In an interesting twist, the questions are in Japanese and Kim's answers are in
English (to the seemingly amused mystification of her interviewer). The clip
also features some fancy Japanese-style production values (clap clap clap).
Steam News announces
another new automatic update is available for Audiosurf, addressing a bug
in the music game that provoked an error for some players had after the Websurf
update, and also fixes the game icon.
I've mentioned in the past Hudson the wonder dog's hatred for mail coming
through the slot on the door, which has caused us to tape the slot shut to
prevent its destruction. The thing is that occasionally we would still find an
envelope or other piece of paper that was left within doggie reach shredded on
the floor. I always assumed this was Huddy destroying some paper out of
irritation when the mailman arrived, and would scold her a bit to deter this.
Then the other day I heard a tearing noise from the next room and discovered the
Gunnar-man lying their calmly, methodically turning a piece of scrap paper into
confetti. It turns out I was accusing the wrong dog of this minor crime, and had
the wrong motivation too, as he was obviously just a little bored, and not
irritated at anyone at all. Who knew?
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