Team Terminator has released a patch for their True Combat: Elite test build. Changes:
TC:E is a free modification for the already free Wolfenstein: Enemy Territory.
True Combat: Elite Test Update Download: [ truecombat.com ]calimer of the Last Man Standing project, a DOOM 3 multiplayer modification, sent in the following:
I’d like to give a huge welcome to two new coders whojoined the Last Man Standing team! Please welcomeIten and AO, who plan to help us get coop working! Asa note, we have learned recently that other coop modshave planned to not release their code to the public.I want to make it clear that we DO plan to release ourcode to the public. We think that it wouldn’t beright to withhold something that big from thecommunity and also figure that other people couldpossibly even make improvements to the code that wouldbenefit us. All that we would ever ask is to be givencredit for the code that was used and a link to ourwebpage.
calimer also mentioned that there are new map screenshots up as they continue to prepare for their initial beta:
In other news we have screenshots of Mercykiller’s newmap called Chambers of Misery. Check them out, it isan extremely intense map. As a note, these are justrough screenshots. The gameplay for it is essentiallydone but more work is going to go into the visualaspects of it. The map will be ready for the Betarelease. Finally, the Beta is progressing quite nicely and wemainly trying to wrap things up before we puteverything together and test the hell out of it. Somenew developments on that are that Timbobsteve hasnew developments on that are that Timbobsteve hascompleted a nice end level setup, and that the newmenu is almost near completion. Also Beerman hasincreased the run speed to make the battles much moreintense. This Beta is shaping up into somethingreally fun to play. Check back soon for updates, theBeta release is coming up soon!
Version 1.1.6 of the space combat MMORPG Vendetta Online was released to subscribers this week; changes include propulsion tweaks, new ships, and adjusted weapons. The update also mentions that waypoints were broken under Linux, but a patch was scheduled for release last Tuesday evening to resolve the problem.
Version 1.0.2 of the multiplayer server browser XQF has been released; changes include:
XQF 1.0.2 Download: [ linuxgames.com ]
Blender version 2.36 has beenreleased; this is mainly a bugfix release for the 3D graphics creation suite:
For the upcoming release(s) work will be done on the entire animation system (especially armatures, actions and NLA), a new dependency graph system, a recode of all transform tools (grab, rotate, scale), an update of the render system (full 4×32 support, threading support, lotsof cleanup), redesign of the Panels/button layout, softbody dynamics added, 64 bits versions
Blender 2.36 Download: [ blender3d.org ]
Version 1.1 of Arydox, ascrolling shooter ( Arydox 1.1 Demo Download: [
e.p.i.c. interactive has released a demo for their Linux port of Robin Hood: The Legend of Sherwood, a strategy game based on the adventures of the legendary archer. You can order the full retail version from e.p.i.c.’s online store.
Robin Hood Linux Demo Download: [ 3D Downloads ] Edit by Crusader – Thursday Dec 23 19:07:51 2004 – GlaDiaC let us know that LILFG has released an installer for the demo.e.p.i.c. interactive sent in a press release announcing that they will be porting Spellbound Entertainment’s business simulator Airline Tycoon Deluxe to Linux; the projected release date is Q1 2005. e.p.i.c.’s new project page for ATD can be found here, complete with requisite screenshots.
Ze Sensei sent in notice that he has revived the KOF 91 project (screenshots), a 2D fighting game engine written in C with Allegro. The current stable version is playable but lacks features such as player rotation; the goal is to attain compatibility with Mugen.
KOF 91 v1.45 Download: [ sourceforge.net ]DOOM 3-related items for this evening:
Slashdot pointed out that TransGaming has released a patch for Cedega subscribers which fixes the “can’t authenticate!” issue caused by a Valve Software update to Steam, which I suppose will always be a danger with Half-Life 2 and similar titles.
GarageGames’ Mark Frohnmayer
So we here at GarageGames are getting ready to release our next game, and Ithink it will appeal to some of you. It’s called Zap! – a 2D vector graphicsmultiplayer team action strategy game that plays like a cross between Robotronand Tribes with the graphical blend of Asteroids and Pac-Man. As a 2D game Zapcan be played with keyboard+mouse or (recommended) a dual-analog gamepad. Zaphas several game types, including CTF, Zone Control, Retrieve, Soccer, Huntersand Rabbit, and it supports familiar features like hierarchal V-menu chat andrecorded voice.
What we need is some help — we’re independent developers (now), which meansno access to big server farms, QA departments and beta testing groups. We’replanning on shipping on Tuesday, and we’d really like to do an open beta overthe weekend to turn up any last-minute bugs, as well as get player feedback.We’re going to be adding a lot of cool stuff to the game over the next fewmonths, so we hope you’ll give it a shot. Check
Screenshots can be found
This quote from Anandtech’s new Linux 3D driver article sums it up:
The scope of today’s analysis is to run the older driver sets and compare them to the newer ones released last month. While we don’t expect miraculous gains in performance, we would like to see if some of the deficiencies that we have noted in past reviews are being corrected. We also will take a slightly revisited look at some 64-bit benchmark numbers from Unreal Tournament. Obviously, NVIDIA’s newest driver release doesn’t mean much if it only offers improvements on the 32-bit kernel.Unfortunately today, we are not testing OSS drivers for these graphics cards. The OSS driver development is an excellent project, but the performance of these drivers in gaming situations is so poor – we even had difficulty getting Wolfenstein: Enemy Territory to run.
Lightkey let us know that the first release candidate for X-Plane version 8.03 has been released; changes:
X-Plane is widely regarded as one of the most advanced and versatile flight simulators available.
X-Plane 8.03 RC-1 Demo/Patch Download: [ x-plane.com ]Version 1.2.8 of the Simple Directmedia Layer has been released by Sam Lantinga, which is utilized in many game projects. Changes include:
SDL 1.2.8 Download: [ libsdl.org ]
BioWare has released Neverwinter Nights version 1.65 for Linux. As noted by BioWare’s Derek French, this patch adds support for the Premium Modules on sale at the BioWare Store:
Linux 1.65 English final is now available. http://nwn.bioware.com/support/patch.html Store is also updated with .zip files for download for those of you that cannot use the Windows .exe files. Yes, the Premium Neverwinter Nights Modules work with Linux. :)
Neverwinter Vault has a Premium Modules section with links to reviews, walkthroughs, and interviews to peruse if you’re interested in purchasing any.
Neverwinter Nights 1.65 Download: [ bioware.com ]