Archived News:
ManiaPlanet Blog has word that the ShootMania Storm Universal Demo is
now available, providing the
promised chance to sample Nadeo's multiplayer first-person shooter (thanks
Frans). This provides access to much of what the game has to offer, including
the editor, but access will be limited after the first 48 hours to one hour of
play, unless there are fewer than 100 concurrent players playing. The demo
is here, and here's word
on what it features: We want that as many players as possible enjoy the
ShootMania and the Maniaplanet experience at their best level. Which means that
now you have access to the following features:
- 3 multiplayer ranked modes: Battle, Elite & Siege
- Full multiplayer experience (Nadeo and
user-created gamemodes and Title Packs)
- Access to all editors (Map, MediaTracker (Video),
Actions & Weapons, Items)
- Custom Titles: solo & multiplayer innovative modes
Several improvements have been made to ShootMania the last months like a
better netcode, many tweaks of gameplay, new blocks. It’s also possible now to
embed 3D objects in the maps of any title!(1)
All these features are available for free the first 48h for the environments you
don’t own and then for an unlimited amount of time for titles with less than 100
concurrent players OR one hour per day otherwise. Download the setup on
www.shootmania.com
Nadeo also announces the TrackMania series has now hit 20 million
installs, and they celebrate the news with the release of
the promised universal demo for
TrackMania 2, the latest installment in the racing series. This is a
feature-rich demo that includes an editor, though following a 48 hour period of
unlimited access, players will have their daily access limited to one hour
unless there are fewer than 100 concurrent players online. Downloads are
available through
ManiaPlanet, and here's word: We want that as many players as
possible enjoy the TrackMania² and the Maniaplanet experience at their best
level. Which means that now you have access to the following features:
- 45 white solo tracks
- Access to the TrackMania² multi-environment title
(Canyon + Valley + Stadium at the same time!)(1)
- Full multiplayer experience (Nadeo and
user-created gamemodes and Title Packs)
- Access to all editors (Map, MediaTracker (Video),
Actions & Weapons, Items)
- Up to 3 user made solo & multiplayer experiences
Several improvements have been made to TrackMania² the last months like the
ability to use the Stadium car in the Canyon or Valley environments as well as
the Canyon & Valley cars in the environment of each other. It’s also possible
now to embed 3D objects in the maps of any title!(2)
Deadstone is a 2D shooter with RPG and tower defense elements that's now available for Windows. One-man
developer Timeslip Softworks indicates an OS X edition is extremely likely to
follow and there will also likely be a Linux edition. A playable demo is
available, and they hope this will inspire support for their
Steam
Greenlight campaign. Here's word: Mars is under siege, and the
colonists are fighting a losing battle. Assume the role of Blake, a private
security operative who crash lands near the colony of Deadstone after fleeing an
outbreak on the Icarus space station.
Guess who just landed the job of sheriff?
To survive, you’ll need to use your combat expertise and lethal firepower, but
to win, you’ll need a strategy. Manage Deadstone’s limited resources, investing
in the right combination of defences, weapons, equipment, and upgrades. Develop
the ultimate fighter to complement your strategy with the in-depth, but
unfortunately named S.C.A.M. character development system. Every time an
infected gets past you, a colonist dies. Can you stem the tide?
75 more titles got the Steam Greenlight today,
Valve announces, saying they were approved via the same process they've used
in the past, and that they will roll out on an individual basis as they are
completed.
This page offers an interactive list of the new greenlights.
A new trailer from
Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor offers a look at the upcoming Tolkien-inspired
action game to raise anticipation for its upcoming release as well as a featured
panel on the game later this month at the San Diego Comic-Con. Word is: "To whet fans’ appetites, the team today reveals the first Behind the Scenes
interview for Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor, revealing panelists Troy Baker,
who stars as Talion (The Last of Us, Batman: Arkham Origins) and Christian
Cantamessa, lead writer (Red Dead Redemption), discussing their experiences
creating the game. Look closely for the first glimpse of a beloved Middle-earth
character, and a few new faces." Continue here to read the full story.
This
trailer is part two of the E3 demo for Dragon Age: Inquisition, offering
another 14 minutes of gameplay footage from the RPG sequel that's expected this
October. Here's word on the clip: "Join creative director Mike Laidlaw as he
walks you through part two of the award winning Dragon Age: Inquisition E3
gameplay demo. In part two, see BioWare's critically-acclaimed storytelling at
work as the Inquisition embarks on a rescue mission and confronts a dangerous
adversary." Continue here to read the full story.
- Heroes Rise: HeroFall on
Steam. Save 26%.
- Indie RPG Icons on
GOG.com. Save 60%.
A playable demo is now available for Bosch's Damnation, the 10th
installment in the Carol Reed series of mystery/adventure games. This comes as
Tri Synergy and MDNA Games announce plans for a Greenlight campaign to get the
game Steam. Word on the game is: "Take the role of English sleuth Carol Reed
and put your detective skills to the test as you explore various locations,
interact with interesting characters, and solve challenging puzzles to solve the
mystery of Bosch's Damnation. 'Bosch's Damnation' is a point and click adventure
game that features a classic adventure game user interface. All Carol Reed games
use still images to which a water paint filter has been applied." The demo can
be found on this page.
Trion Worlds announces closed beta testing of ArcheAge commences on
July 17th, kicking off four days of testing of XLGAMES' upcoming sandbox MMORPG,
saying players can guarantee access by purchasing one of their
Founder's Packs. A
new trailer celebrates
the news, and here's the pitch to inspire participation: Created by Jake
Song, best known for his international online smash Lineage, ArcheAge is a vast
MMORPG adventure, free from pre-defined paths and progression. Players can
create unique and elaborate homes, build farms that drive the world economy, and
sail their ships to uncharted lands where they can construct massive castles as
they lay claim to rich and vibrant realms. ArcheAge’s PvP system allows players
to fight for glory in huge battles on land and sea, or even shun the two
factions and live the life of a pirate!
Continue here to read the full story.
Robot Rescue Revolution is now available
on Steam, carrying a 25%
discount for the first week. A
new trailer celebrates
the news, and here's word on the puzzle/platformer: "Wacky robots are trapped in
dangerous labyrinths and they need your help in escaping. Sounds simple, but
don’t be fooled! To make matters even more complicated all robots share linked
controls; moving one moves them all! The synchronization of their movements
provides for an exhilarating and challenging puzzler and with the addition of
Two-Player mode as well as Map Editor there is so much more to this game than
meets the eye!" Continue here to read the full story.
Wow, has it been a year already? I guess so, as it's
7-Eleven-Day once more, a
chance to get something for nothing, and this year the festivities will be
extended into a week-long deal to promote their mobile app, which is cool, no
pun intended. As is usually the case in July around here, the timing is
excellent, as it's been pretty hot lately, making for perfect Slurpee weather.
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