Archived News:
The 2K Forums have word from 2K Elizabeth that plans to bring the Minerva's Den DLC and the Protector Trials pack to the PC edition of BioShock 2 have been scrapped. She offers apologies, saying: "We will also not be offering Protector Trials and Minerva’s Den on the PC in the future – and I want to say that I’m sorry for the disappointment this will cause to PC players out there. As always, if any of these issues change in the future, I will update you guys first, but at this point in time I don’t want to make you wait any longer and these are the most definite answers I have and you guys should deem them final decisions." A later post adds a vague explanation, saying: "Timing and technical issues were the problem." Thanks Eurogamer.
Konami announces plans for downloadable content for Pro Evolution Soccer 2011, the latest installment in their association football/soccer simulation. They say the DLC will be release on October 12, and here's word on what it will offer: "Available free to PlayStation 3, Xbox 360 and PC-DVD users, the download will bring the player roster files completely up to date, while clubs that qualified for the UEFA Champions League Group Round, will be added to the game’s dedicated mode. A number of team kits have also been updated in line with their current use, and four more licensed boots have been incorporated."
The PC version of H.A.W.X. 2 is now due on November 12, reports Eurogamer, saying this date comes from Ubisoft high command. They add this will also be the launch date for the Wii edition of the Tom Clancy aerial combat game.
This EGOSOFT Downloads Page now offers new version 3.0 patches for X³: Terran Conflict, an update that was also recently released through Steam. The new version of the space combat sequel adds a new 'Balance of Power' mission, a reward for Operation Final Fury, and a new Steam-only Dead-is-Dead game mode. This forum post has full details, and downloads of the full and incremental patches are mirrored on Gamer's Hell. On a related note, Steam now offers sales of the X SuperBox, a bundle of all the X space combat games, currently on sale at a 10% discount. The X SuperBox Trailer offers more on the bundle.
Steam now offers a new automatic patch with new features and bug-fixes for Making History II: The War of the World, the World War II grand strategy sequel from Muzzy Lane Software. The related update on the Making History Blog indicates this is a hotfix for version 1.0.19, also available through the auto-updater. Word is they are taking a "zero tolerance" policy towards game breaking bugs: "Now that the game has settled out we are shifting our release schedule. We will be adopting a 'zero tolerance' policy for game breaking bugs (like crashes or game stalls) - if something is reported and fixed it will be released as a hotfix to the current release. Feature releases will move towards a once a month schedule and focus on specific aspects of the game. The next feature release is focusing on diplomatic AI, nation gameplay (including revolts), and usability. As always, your input is welcome and encouraged!"
Planet Battlefield links to a pair of clips on GameTrailers with ShakyCam footage of Battlefield: Bad Company 2 Vietnam being shown at NYC Comic-Con. They also link a new video interview conducted by Pixel Enemy to discuss the new expansion with Battlefield Community Manager Daniel Matros. Thanks Ant.
An Outerlight interview on Big Download talks with Chris Peck, co-founder of Outerlight, indie developer of The Ship and Bloody Good Time, two projects that began as Source-engine modifications before becoming commercial games. The discussion covers the ups and downs they've experienced, the pros and cons of independent self-publishing through Steam, and the current state of the company, which Peck says "has all but been dissolved." Here's his outlook: "The status of Outerlight is 'critically endangered'. Personally, I really hope the company will be revived. I know we made some mistakes, but I also know we got a lot right, we had a very happy, and very productive team, and we produced some innovative ideas, and I know I had a lot more good ideas, which I hope will see the light of day. I'd also say that while games development is challenging, it's also very rewarding. So, if there are any savvy investors out there, please get in touch!"
Chris Taylor's Kings and Castles Video Blog Episode # 35 says that preproduction is complete on Kings and Castles, and Chris says the blog series will resume when they enter production. He then proceeds to show us a lovely tree, and some construction on a new Nintendo HQ. The blog series is going on hiatus, but it looks like they have restocked the nut supply for the duration.
- Artisan Evolve Gaming and Classic Mouse Pad Roundup on OverclockersHQ.com.
- BitFenix Colossus Black PC Case on BitFenix.
- Cooler Master HAF 912 Case on PureOC.
- IN WIN Power Man IP-P600CQ3-2 PSU on Hardware Secrets.
- SilverStone Sugo Series SST-SG07B Small Form Factor Chassis on TweakTown.
- Western Digital Caviar Green (Advanced Format) 2 TB Hard Disk Drive on Tech ARP.
- Zotac GeForce GTX 470-480 AMP and GTX 465 Graphics Cards on iXBT Labs.
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