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January 2009
| Saturday, January 31, 2009 |
Awesome Sauce Is Awesome
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by
Darren 'Doom Dude' Finch
at 2:55 PM |
Category: DOOM |
Dafama2K7 released some AwesomeSauce in a 2.0 flavor for Doom 3.Suping up your stock version of this awesome game, Dafama2K7 has once again visited that super popular four year old mod: Awesome Sauce (1.0), and after working his magic, has done an even better job at fixing it to be beyond what it was originally! A definite must-have! The mod includes Quake 4 like mounted weapon lights, new muzzleflashes, fixed bugs and other changes. Go grab some AwesomeSauce off of Doom 3 Files.
Wads In Progress No Longer
Posted
by
Darren 'Doom Dude' Finch
at 3:48 PM |
Category: DOOM |
Here is the latest bunch of wads to be tagged as released according to Wads In Progress.That is all for now. Cya!
| Thursday, January 29, 2009 |
Update On Claustrophobia 1024
Posted
by
Darren 'Doom Dude' Finch
at 1:20 PM |
Category: DOOM |
Over on Mekworx, Mechadon posted about what is going on with Claustrophobia 1024.As far as Claustrophobia goes, we’re actually coming along quite well. I’ve been gone for a few days, but I’m pretty sure we’re very VERY close to accepting 32 maps; the overflow makes that number much much higher. So far I’m pretty satisfied with how the quality of the maps are and how well the contributors have worked with me and each other. Hit the Mekworx if you want to read more.
| Wednesday, January 28, 2009 |
Grab Some Darkness Falls
Posted
by
Darren 'Doom Dude' Finch
at 12:00 AM |
Category: DOOM |
Just noticed this Darkness Falls level by Starscream over on /id Games which is a:a long, 3 map mod for Gzdoom, with hard battles, new bosses and difficult chalanges. So go grab some Darkness Falls.
Gamasutra Reprints Olde Making Of Doom Article
Posted
by
Darren 'Doom Dude' Finch
at 10:46 AM |
Category: DOOM |
Lets all take a visit to Gamasutra because they posted an old Making Of Doom article!Starting a new column reprinting classic Game Developer magazine articles, this January 1994 premiere issue article goes behind the scenes of Id Software's Doom, talking to John Carmack and revealing technical specifics of the seminal game's creation. So go check out The Game Developer Archives: 'Monsters From the Id: The Making of Doom'!
Ruiner Update
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Darren 'Doom Dude' Finch
at 9:23 PM |
Category: DOOM |
Over on Mod db the Ruiner mod for Doom 3 was updated with info on the ruiner bow (including screenshot), horde imps and they're also looking for mappers, and animators.We recently finished development of the Ruin bow. Ruiner's gameplay is fast, and we needed a bow which would make it a usable weapon when facing large hordes of the damned. It should also be a weapon that was always worth using to the player. Hit the Ruiner page for more info.
| Saturday, January 24, 2009 |
ACC 1.47 For WadAuthor
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by
Darren 'Doom Dude' Finch
at 7:31 PM |
Category: DOOM |
If you visit the ZDoom site you'll notice that Randy released build 1.47 of ACC that works with WadAuthor (and ZETH). There is also news over there from January 1st that a new release of ZDBSP is available... which I don't remember mentioning before but I could be losing brain cells.
Quake Live Info
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by
Darren 'Doom Dude' Finch
at 9:09 PM |
Category: Quake |
I was kicking around and noticed that Chris P posted on Got Game about Quake Live.Post install, the Quake Live hub allows players to start multiplayer games, find friends, and other options. There is a profile page, which logs stats for your time in the game. A noted addition is the ability to view recent adversaries that players can add to friend lists, if one so chooses. Also, Quake Live contains bots in practice modes, where difficulty can be assigned for personal practice. Check out what Chris has to say about Quake Live. Also hit the official Quake Live Site for more info.
| Thursday, January 22, 2009 |
Wolfenstein Case Mod
Posted
by
Darren 'Doom Dude' Finch
at 6:36 PM |
Category: Wolfenstein |
Over on IGN they posted about a snazzy Wolfenstein Case Mod that Sheyr put together.Designed by Sheyr, the aptly named FuG-01/ET is based around the core look of an old WWII field radio. One of the things we like to see most on high-end modded custom cases are the use of props to enhance the overall look and feel of the theme. The side-mounted receiver, which appears plugged into the side of the case just like it would've been on a real field radio, is a rather simple, yet ingenious concept that really goes a long way in the presentation. Check out that Wolfenstein Case Mod!
| Wednesday, January 21, 2009 |
Daze Trailer
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by
Darren 'Doom Dude' Finch
at 3:29 PM |
Category: DOOM |
Over on Mod db the first official trailer of DAZE is ready for viewing. The project is a multiplayer, Doom 3 mod.We did not give up, we planned, we mapped, we coded, we searched for help. That is the result of all that. Watch and feel still unused potential of the id-tech4, at least until now! This is the striking proof that Doom3 can do it too. Dive into the harsh and dark world of DAZE! Have a look at that DAZE trailer.
| Tuesday, January 20, 2009 |
Discovering The B-Dimension
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by
Darren 'Doom Dude' Finch
at 12:00 AM |
Category: DOOM |
I was looking around for some Doom sites and found this placed called the B-Dimension which is the home of b00mstick and his Biohazard mod.I decided to ditch Dead Replica because the project grew a little bit too ambitious, there’s no way I could make a whole new game from scratch. So I decided to make something simpler, like a remake or something (yeah, like it would be any simpler!) but still somehow tied to RE universe. Check out the B-Dimension.
Oblivion NG v1.3a
Posted
by
Darren 'Doom Dude' Finch
at 10:43 PM |
Category: DOOM |
Dafama2K7 released version 1.3a of his Oblivion NG weapons mod for Doom 3. New features include flare grenade, added effects, new binds, modified weapons for both SP and MP.This new download sees some more work being done to an an older modification from 2004 getting a much needed face-lift and some new features added, expanding on his v1.1 release of his Oblivion NG from February of 2008. Hit Doom 3 Files and grab Oblivion NG.
| Saturday, January 17, 2009 |
Wads Not In Progress Anymore
Posted
by
Darren 'Doom Dude' Finch
at 8:01 PM |
Category: DOOM |
Here is the list of recent Wads In Progress that are no longer 'in progress'.... since I last reported on the site.So there you go...
New Final Doom Skyboxes For Risen3D
Posted
by
Darren 'Doom Dude' Finch
at 2:01 PM |
Category: DOOM |
The Risen 3D site is now updated with the release of some Final Doom skyboxes, which are in addition to the Doom1/2 skyboxes already available. You'll have to scroll down the page and find the updated links in the previous news entry on the site. Not hard to find, so go get them.
DevBlog Update On Phobos
Posted
by
Darren 'Doom Dude' Finch
at 1:18 PM |
Category: DOOM |
shaviro updated the Phobos site with the third DevBlog entry that includes info about being included in a German gaming magazine, new screenshots, additional team members, plus info about individual levels. So go forth and hit Phobos to see what is going on with Team Future.
| Thursday, January 15, 2009 |
Doom 4 Writer Revealed
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by
Darren 'Doom Dude' Finch
at 1:56 PM |
Category: DOOM |
I just happened to check CVG for some game news for Mindless Games and the first thing I see is the fact that a writer for Doom 4 has been revealed!CVG can confirm that British Fantasy award winning author Graham Joyce is writing the story to the game as you read this, though he had signed his life away and was unable to tell us anything about the direction the game was taking. We did ask. "I can say that ID have hired me to help develop the storyline potential," was all Joyce would give us when contacted. Well that is certainly interesting!
| Wednesday, January 14, 2009 |
Total Recall Revealed
Posted
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Darren 'Doom Dude' Finch
at 9:04 PM |
Category: DOOM |
I looked on Mod db just now and found a Doom 3 mod I never heard of before that's called Total Recall.Total Recall is an action comedy mod for Doom 3 singleplayer. Loosely based on the 1990 science fiction movie, Total Recall, the main focus of this mod is to create the ultimate Arnold Schwarzenegger gaming experience using the id Tech 4 engine. If you're a big fan of the 80's and 90's Schwarzenegger action genre then you don't need to look any further, right? WRONG!!! So check that out. I'm off for now!
| Tuesday, January 13, 2009 |
Eternity v3.35.90 Released
Posted
by
Darren 'Doom Dude' Finch
at 6:58 PM |
Category: DOOM |
Quasar updated the Eternity site with the release of version 3.35.90 of the Eternity Engine. Also check out the readme for more info. So hit Team Eternity for the downgrab.
Sneaky Dark Mod Update
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by
Darren 'Doom Dude' Finch
at 6:39 PM |
Category: DOOM |
I somehow missed the January 2nd update on The Dark Mod site. The weird thing is, I was on there the other day when cleaning up all my Doom bookmarks.... dunno how I missed it. Anyhow in the update they mention 2 coders came up with a finished mission, that they worked on in secret. Plus there's info about work on the AI with sitting behavior and also with combat and the ability to parry. So hit the The Dark Mod site for more info.
Older GZDoom Versions
Posted
by
Darren 'Doom Dude' Finch
at 9:28 PM |
Category: DOOM |
I just noticed that Graf Zahl updated the GZDoom site with the info that he's uploaded most of the various GZDoom versions that were ever available for download. You can seek those out if you want them...
| Saturday, January 10, 2009 |
Daze Screenshots
Posted
by
Darren 'Doom Dude' Finch
at 7:54 PM |
Category: DOOM |
Over on Mod db I noticed this Daze mod for Doom 3 and they updated a few days ago with some screenshots.The next step have been nukes which destroyed the picture of the world we had in mind. Just a few survived this catastrophe and ended up in holes to hide but the day is coming to cancel stashing. Now it's all about getting back to the earths surface and fight... fight for just one thing: Your EXISTANCE. The project has a post apocalyptic theme going and it's due out in March. Also the message at the bottom of the page over there says they're looking for mappers, coders, texture artists and beta-testers...
Hands On Quake Live
Posted
by
Darren 'Doom Dude' Finch
at 6:38 PM |
Category: Quake |
Oh hay, check this out! Over on Big Download they got thier Hands-On: Quake Live and posted about the experience.The screen resolution options are plentiful, and offer many more options than the original Quake III. Those who simply wish to run the game in a browser window may do so, but bordering Quake Live's frenetic fragging with Start buttons, taskbars, and Firefox bookmarks doesn't exactly provide stellar ambiance. My gaming PC is connected to a 50-inch plasma HDTV, so 1920x1280 was my resolution of choice, and it did not disappoint. Read more about the Hands-On: Quake Live experience.
| Thursday, January 8, 2009 |
Weasel Resurrection
Posted
by
Darren 'Doom Dude' Finch
at 6:43 PM |
Category: DOOM |
I decided to check on the Doom Armory and WildWeasel updated with the info that he plans to do more reviews of finished weapons mods.So starting soon-ish, I will start writing reviews for more weapon mods as they are released. I will also be rehosting some of them that are hard to come by these days, like Zero Tolerance. Jump onto the
Doom Armory to read more of what he's up to.
| Wednesday, January 7, 2009 |
Doom Videos Site Revealed
Posted
by
Darren 'Doom Dude' Finch
at 3:28 PM |
Category: DOOM |
Oompa posted on the forum right here that his new site for Doom Videos is online.Search up any doom video on here and more. Look in the categories for a doom video you would like to enjoy! Have a look at some Doom Videos.
Three Wads No Longer In Progress
Posted
by
Darren 'Doom Dude' Finch
at 10:37 AM |
Category: DOOM |
Over on Wads In Progress there's three wads that have been finished.That is all for now.
Super Shotgun Mod
Posted
by
Darren 'Doom Dude' Finch
at 10:12 PM |
Category: DOOM |
Over on Doom 3 Files there's a new super shotgun mod that's been released by Cody Knutson for Doom 3.This mod will change the stock shotgun that you carry to a sawed-off shotgun! This also comes with a working HUD, however, what itdoes not come with is some working animations for the reload; As such, this mod is a simple mod...although, that is what 'version' numbers are made for...maybe with some time, we'll see another submission that comes complete with these animations. That's all on Doom 3 Files if you want to check it out.
Grime Review
Posted
by
Darren 'Doom Dude' Finch
at 8:57 PM |
Category: DOOM |
Ismaele updated the Outpost Of Doom II with a review of Grime by Death-Destiny to start off the new year. So go check that out and also take a look at the screenshots.
| Saturday, January 3, 2009 |
Skulltag 97D3-RC2 Released
Posted
by
Darren 'Doom Dude' Finch
at 9:09 PM |
Category: DOOM |
Apparently Skull Tag was updated to version 97D3-RC2.- Fixed: When using the CCMD kill in the console, the "in console" icon over the player's head was not removed.
- Fixed: Detection of the local IP under Linux did not work properly.
- Fixed: The ScaleNx code messed up camera textures.
- Fixed some seemingly random problems occurring to clients in CTF or Skulltag games.
- Fixed an exploit that allowed to crash servers.
- Fixed: Seemingly randomly clients completely froze in CTF / Skulltag.
- Changed the SSDP packet the server sends to find the UPnP root device. This should make the UPnP support compatible with more routers.
- Changed: Players are now notified that they can only pick up a team's flag if there are people on that team.
- Changed the SSDP packet the server sends to find the UPnP root device. This should make the UPnP support compatible with more routers.
Jump on the Skull Tag site for the download.
Freedoom 0.6.3 Released
Posted
by
Darren 'Doom Dude' Finch
at 9:38 AM |
Category: DOOM |
If you put a hit on Freedoom you'll notice that they released version 0.6.3!After nearly nine months, Freedoom gives birth to yet another release! This is primarily bug fix release with a few additional features. Let's hope for a bright 0.7 release! Go get some Freedoom!
| Thursday, January 1, 2009 |
Plutonia 2 Starts Off The New Year
Posted
by
Darren 'Doom Dude' Finch
at 8:52 PM |
Category: DOOM |
Vermil let me know that Plutonia 2 was released, but you wouldn't know by visiting the official site.... although they probably will have that geared by the time you read this. Anyhow to get the downgrab you can hit t.v.'s post on our forum right here. By the way... I was busy today and didn't get to post news until now and I wanted to say Happy New Year to everybody in the Doom community. Lets hope that 2009 will be a great year for one and all. Plutonia 2's release is just the beginning!
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