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November 2001
| Friday, November 30, 2001 |
Brotherhood Of Ruin
The Botherhood Of Ruin has updated with the news that the partial conversion has been released. It has been built to work with the Marines Best Friend. Now you have the link for MBF just head over to The Botherhood Of Ruin and grab the PC.
| Wednesday, November 28, 2001 |
Doomers Recess Visits Old Home
Chris my old mate has sent me an email to say that although his hosted site is down at Doom Centre he has updated at his old address. There is a load of stuff he is just bursting to tell you all so don't delay get over to The Doomers Recess.
Vilecore Upgrade Update
Just updated The Megawad with some news about how everything is going with the Vilecore 2.0 upgrade and some other stuff. Have a look if you dare...
| Tuesday, November 27, 2001 |
"Your Stick" Map Released
Big_al released "Your Stick" yesterday. It's a void type deathmatch level, with multi-level platforms. The map uses all Legacy 3d effects of see-through floors, 3d platforms, 3d lifts and deep water. Requires the latest version of Legacy and a 3d card for GL/Mini GL or Glide modes. Get your copy of Your Stick at Doom Heaven.
| Saturday, November 24, 2001 |
Guardian Of Doom
Metabolist has posted two reviews. He also sent us a piece about GBA Doom that was in one of the sections in The Guardian.Walking around mazes shooting monsters could scarcely be regarded as a simulation of anything in particular, and yet when Doom first came out, parents were up in arms about how it was training children to kill. Luckily the predicted videogame-inspired carnage never materialised, and those of us that grew up on first-person shooting games appear to be (relatively) unaffected, so it is with some measure of relief that we can greet a new portable incarnation of this ageing classic. Doom on Game Boy Advance is an amalgamation of levels from various versions of the original that represents the very best of what it had to offer. Key cards, hell knights, and the ubiquitous shotgun all make their way back into this miniature masterpiece. It's no longer scary, and unless you have extremely small hands will cause severe cramps, but Doom is still a defining game experience and one that you can now take on holiday with you. Don't forget to head over to Metabolist's Site for those reviews.
First Wave Seeks Help
The First wave DooM project is looking for a texture artist. Head on over to ralphis.slipgate.org for more info. Those who are interested can always send an email to Ralphis, the co-leader of the project.
| Thursday, November 22, 2001 |
9th Gate Progress
Word just arrived that the ninth gate page has been updated with progress info and stuff! Get yourself to the The 9th Gate and see what's been going since the last update...months past.
ZD3K New Site Design!
X-DOOM fixed up his ZD3K site with a faster loading redesign. Jean-François plans more enhancements for the site, so keep an eye open for it all.
Epidermis Emporium Update
Boingo has been busy and sends us in this info:Since restoring the older skins to the site a few days ago, I have added
19 new files, containing 23 new skins to the emporium. This brings the total number of skin in the Epidermis Emporium up to 194. Get all the skins you want at the Epidermis Emporium.
Demon Demos
Opulent's Speed Demos Archive presents more of the usual good stuff with demos from Xit Vono, Erwin Lin, Erik Alm, Adam Hegyi, and Espi. Get over and get demos. Got it?
| Wednesday, November 21, 2001 |
Mummy
Andy has release another wad called Mummy Phuquer 2, it is a 3D Legacy reworking of his previous Egypt levels and is designed for as a Single player level. However it also works for deathmatch. Check it out at Doom Heaven.
| Tuesday, November 20, 2001 |
Skins Back Up
If that title did not make much sense then let me enlighten you. The Epidermis Emporium is pleased to announce that with the recent increase in file space for hosted sites some of the skins that were removed back in August have been restored. To find out which just take a look at the Epidermis Emporium.
| Sunday, November 18, 2001 |
Jaakko's jHexen Progress
In case you didn't catch the news on our sister site, Raven-Games.com, we received word from Jaakko Keränen concerning his progress on jHexen:Things are slow but at least I'm making progress. The state and movement of polyobjs now seems to be properly propagated to clients, which in turn move and rotate the polys as asked. I was struggling with a particularly nasty bug for several days until I noticed that just one flag wasn't set when I thought it would be, and the problem was solved... It looks like jHexen clients aren't at least crashing any more, which is what they've been doing until now. Next I'll be addressing sound issues and the handling of intermissions and the finale during netgames. Shouldn't be too difficult... Sounds good? Head to the jHexen site for more info!
Legacy News
The Legacy Team has a small update about what is happening in the world of the Legacy engine. Here is a small snippet:Nothing exiting to say on the front of Doom Legacy. We are going to work on Legacy 1.32 beta 4. This version won't add or fix lots of things, but should fix most annoying bugs found in beta 3 (but don't expect much better network code, even if we will work a little on it). For the rest of this update get to Doom Legacy.
Karthik's Hugh One
I was talking about updates and they don't get much bigger than this. There are updates listed from the 21st October right up to today. This contains news on a whole host of things that are just too numerous to place here. So you had better get on over to Karthik's DOOM Pages.
| Saturday, November 17, 2001 |
There's Gold In Those Eyes
The GoldenEye Levels Pack has been updated again. This updated version contains numerous bug fixes and enhancements. If some of the graphics look weird, Derek advises you to download the newest graphic patch (gold64.zip). Head on over to Goldeneye Doom2 for the details.
| Friday, November 16, 2001 |
Doom Heaven Release
Andy has release another wad called Mummy Phuquer 1, it is a 3D Legacy reworking of his previous Egypt levels and is designed for mainly Single player, also works for deathmatch. Grab it from Doom Heaven.
Keep On Running
Doom Speedrunners Forum has some new demopacks for ya. T_DUNN02.wad is a demo that was done a while ago but never got released. There is also a pack for Slayer. Disturbed says these are 'The best he has ever seen'. So what are you waiting for?
MAZter Now Available In English
The other day I reported that MAZter had some Counter Strike weapons for Doom but unfortunately it was in Russian. Well now it is here in English and you can visit it Here.
Espi's New Edge
Espi's Site has a new updated version of Guns. This has been made to work with the new EDGE v1.27.
Mueller03
Sascha Müller's Doom Site has news that Mueller03 is nearly finished. Unfortunately there is an update one day later to say that it is not getting on very well with Zdoom. Keep watching for more on this.
Immoral Conduct release
Immoral Conduct has update with an apology for the lack of updates due to laziness. But also announces the release of Immoral Conduct ddf version 1.0.
| Thursday, November 15, 2001 |
Counter Doom
Andrey Morozov sent along this little piece of news located at MAZter.MAZter has imported some weapons from Counter-Strike to Doom 2 v1.666 & v1.9:
SuperShotGun to Rifle (Engine+Sound+Graphics)
ChainGun to MP4-5 (Graphics+Sound)
ChainGun to AK-47 (Graphics+Sound) By the way, it might also be useful to have a small grasp of the Russian language.
| Wednesday, November 14, 2001 |
EDGE Release
EDGE has a new release of its popular engine, dragging it up to v1.27. This fixes some major issues found with EDGE 1.26. Have a look at the README.TXT in the zip files on their Downloads page for details. Also, Fanatic has released an unfinished project called Castle. It requires GLEDGE32 1.27, and will not run with DOS EDGE or Win32 EDGE.
| Tuesday, November 13, 2001 |
Vilecore Version2.0 Report
Just sent a small update through the olde FTP thingy to my site. Some new information concerning what I'm doing to Vilecore can be found at The Megawad. Progress is being made and Vilecore is looking better for all the effort, so go have a read to find out what's going on with that...
| Monday, November 12, 2001 |
Apoplexy Screenshots
Apoplexy updates with news on map 4:Well, as promised, I've completed MAP04 of the Apoplexy DM project for all of you to see, and it is called "Decaying Sanity". I think you folks will like this one, as it tends to move away from my favorite texture set of bloodstained wood, metal and skin. For news on map 5 and a look at some screenies of Decaying Sanity, head over to Apoplexy.
| Saturday, November 10, 2001 |
Mystic Will Fix 8
Mystic speaketh:I would like to warn people not to download my new Legacy wad mystic8, if they plan to use it in software mode. I only tested it in opengl and it has just come to my notice that in software mode there is HOM everywhere. I am very sorry about this and will try to fix it soon. Whenever he gets it fixed, I'm sure Doom Heaven will have it and hopefully soon.
Vavoom 1.10
Vavoom 1.10 is now a reality.Vavoom now has a glBSP plugin and a glVIS plugin (it uses fast mode).
The main task for this version - making Vavoom C scripting language object-oriented.
Vcc now has a built-in preprocessor, which means that you don't need an external compiler to compile progs.
Some extensions to the MAPINFO script and finally implemented a skybox script. More Vavoom Engine info, plus the download can be gained at vavoom-engine.com.
Mystic Eight
It's single player and deathmatch. Requires DooM Legacy to play and is reported as being the best so far in the series. Yeah, Mystic 8 is ready for download at Doom Heaven so grab it before Mystic 9 comes out!
Update: Mystic has just sent an email to say that this level will not work in software mode as there are HOM everywhere. He is attemting to correct this.
Slayer Debugged
Swedish Fish's Doom Site has the updated version of Slayer now adorned on his website. This is not by Anthony Soto himself but by Richard Wiles, and it is his last Doom piece. Grab the file at Swedish Fish's Doom Site.
XWE
The eXtendable Wad Editor has a new version out bringing it up to v 1.09. New features listed as follows:-Added support for System Shock.
-Exclusive: Added support for Realms of the Haunting.
-Exclusive: Added support for Ultima Underworld I.
-Added support for Descent 2.
-The music viewer now 'understands' and correctly displays the Apogee IMF files. This means we are one step closer to a possible IMF to MID converter.
-The music viewer also plays standard MIDIs (use Music|Play).
-A few improvements on the Map Editor.
-A few other minor fixed and improvements. Is there no end to this editor's talents?
Chaos Reigns
The Chaos Crew has updated with news on Caverns of Darkness. Lutz has reported that all of the levels are done and that they are waiting for Joel to debug and compile the engine. After that a release should be in sight. There are also a couple of pictures relating to goggles.
| Thursday, November 8, 2001 |
Zack's GBA Review Part 2
Zack just sent word that he finished the second installment of his DooM GBA review. It's all set for reading at his Planet Of The Imps site. So go have a read, and remember to check out those DooM comics while you're there.
Gherkin's Pickled Connector Of Doom
Gherkin sent word of the latest update at his site. The site was previously called Doom Legacy Connector but now this has been shortend to Doom Connector. This is due to the fact that it now supports multiple ports. There is also a change of address to go with the name so don't forget to update your bookmarks.
Pilottobombadier Unlocked & Unloaded
Pilotbombadiers Doom Page has the news that he has still not found out what that other Lock and Load file is. This is mainly because he has not had the time to look. Work will continue tomorrow on AvP as he plans to take the day off. Alright for some. Check out the rest of the update at Pilotbombadiers Doom Page.
Mirra Speedrunning Scores
Mirra Speedrunning has updated with word on changes made to the way that movie demos are scored.Basically it goes up in increments of 5, rather than 1. (1st place gets 15 points, 2nd place gets 10, and 3rd place gets 5, for example. This will vary depending on number of demos for that run, check the rules page for more details). This is to promote movie runs, since they are cool, and harder to do. ... and the battle for e2m6 continues. :) Check out the latest demos at Mirra Speedrunning.
Elbryan Gives Notice
Elbryan42's Doom Depot has updated with this information:Not really an update, more of a notice. The RID account will stay, but starting on Friday, will only contain the previous 2 weeks of episodes. I hate to do this, but it will be needed to keep my byte usage down until some mirrors get set up. Don't know how long that will take though. Sorry about this. Thank you for your understanding. If you haven't already, check out the latest episodes at Elbryan42's Doom Depot.
| Wednesday, November 7, 2001 |
Mystic Seven
Mystic has a new map out....again! This one is Mystic 7 and was built using Mystic 2 as a base...making it a better single player experience, with lots of extra bits (some bits were removed), zero gravity and stuff. Needs Legacy to play. Get this new jobby at DooM Heaven!
Apoplexy In Proximity
Apoplexy, our new hosted site here at NewDoom, has updated with some screenshots of Jeremy's DM level Proximity. The screenshots are over at Apoplexy so don't hang around here get over there.
Mirra Speedrunning
Fava Beans has now been added to the Mirra Speedrunning site with Chris putting up his 8 promised runs. There have been a number of demos added with the largest amount coming from Xit Vono.
Doom GBA Ships
Activision has officially announced that DOOM for the GameBoy Advance has shipped to stores and carries a suggested retail price of $39.99. Here's a clip:Developed by id Software and David A. Palmer Productions, DOOM for the Game Boy Advance delivers the same nonstop action and immersive 3-D thrills of the legendary PC game in a go-anywhere form factor. Packed with labyrinthine levels and hordes of hellish enemies, DOOM supports single and 2 – 4 person multiplayer action in Cooperative or Deathmatch modes via the Game Boy® Advance Game Link® cable. Aren't trade and registered marks great?
| Tuesday, November 6, 2001 |
More Mystic Mayhem!
Once again, the crazed mapper we all know as Mystic has finished Mystic 6, which is a wad that uses the same void-type deathmatch style as the others in the Mystic series. This wad has low-gravity void sections and it plays well in single player too. The latest version of Doom Legacy is required for play. Doom Heaven has the goods.
MyDoom Frontend 3.1 Build 13
King Elvis's latest report about the MyDoom Frontend:1) MyDoom Frontend 3.1 Build 13
- Some bugfixes to the database import mode.
- There is now the option of Virtual WAD files (VWAD's) for more information of this, please see 4.16 Description of Virtual WAD files (VWAD's)in the frontend's user guide.
- The IWAD list builder works now by header detection, this means IWAD's are now detected, no matter if they are together with PWAD's in the same folder.
- The registration nag screen has been removed.
2) WAD Factory 1.1 (Frontend for SLIGE)
- This is the stand-alone version of the WADFactory Plug-in which was developed for the frontend.
3) Import Scripts for the MyDoom Frontend + Unzipper
- There's now a complete package available which contains the database import scripts for the cdrom.com Doom / Doom2 levels 0-Z, Megawads for singleplayer and deathmatch.
- The Unzipper unzips a bunch of archives located in a folder to the archive name's corresponding folder (will be created). Build 13 is ready for download at the King's King Doom site.
Mystic 5 Is Done!
Andy Mckie has release another level in his Mystic series called Mystic 5. This is another DooM Legacy / Quake 3 void style deathmatch wad that Big_al says works well in single player as well. DooM Heaven has the Mystic goods, plus a lot of other downloads!
MSA Doom Site Updated
Disciple-X sent in the news:I have updated the MSA Doom site with a link to download some of the awesome music that will be in my wad. The music is MOD format, so people will need a MOD music player, or Winamp. The soundtrack samples are near cd-quality, sound just as good as any MP3, and what music you hear from the download WILL be in the wad, with no quality decrease. I have also updated the Screenshots section, the new Screenshots show off some the things that will be featured in MSA Doom. The MSA DooM site is where you need to go for more information.
Lost Doom Sites
Here we go again. Lets have a warm ripple applause for those Lost Doom Sites:· Doom ][ Control Centre
Doom][ Control Frontend Launcher lives here and features Slige the random wad generator to boot.
· Crazy Joe's Doom Page
This place has a lot of links to other doom sites and wads. It seems though as if the wad links are all broken but there are plenty of sites to see.
· Cybervilles MacDoom Page
Wads, Tips, Links and more. A good all round Doom page. Thats another 3 done more soon.
Compet-N Has Been Paint-N
Compet-n has got a new look. The redesign has been done by The Tornado who is a fellow Hungarian of Adam's. The site basically remains the same except there is now a forum added for you all to post your views. There is no contest this time around but one is promised for the next update. Don't despair though as there is the usual list of demos to get through.
Apoplexy Screenshots Revealed
Jeremy from newdoom's latest hosted site, Apoplexy just added some screenshots from his recently finished DM map for the Apoplexy DM pack. These new screenies are available for investigation at Apoplexy so check em out!
DSV Updated!
Kaiser just announced that he updated his site with a new downloads section. All links that used to lead to cdrom.com are now fixed, plus there's a link to the latest demo of his current project. DSV Outworld is the place to go for more info.
Présage's New Demos Package
Newdoom's hosted site: Présage has updated with the regular package of new demos, including some interesting bits about origwad.wad and a hidden screenshot.
| Saturday, November 3, 2001 |
The Megawad Updated!
I just finished updating my site, with some news about Vilecore version 2.0, which is mostly texture and sprite related info. No new screenies are available yet and I'm keeping that stuff to an all time low. I have it all explained at The Megawad so it best to go there for the full meal deal.
Zack's DooM GBA Review Part 1
Zack has the first part of a kewl DooM GBA review up on his site. If your interested in this review then you better get yourself over to the Planet Of The Imps! and see what's up with it all. Part 2 is coming soon, and he's probably working on that right now....
Mystic 4 Released
Big_al informed NewDoom that Andy released another Quake 3, void style, deathmatch level, called Mystic 4. The wad is geared up using Legacy's latest 3D features and is all ready at Doom Heaven for downloading.
X-Doom Wadster
Jean-François Thibault, who we all know as X-Doom, is the new WADster of the Week at doomcenter and you can find it all right here!
| Thursday, November 1, 2001 |
The Horror Of REoL
King REoL released his latest wad, called: Halls of Horror and it's for ZDooM/DooM II 1.23 Lurk on over to his REoL Tough Site and get into the Horror.
Elbryan's Toon Demise And GBA Rise
Elbryan42's Doom Depot has announced that it has had to take down the Weekly Toon's due to a warning from his ISP. He is looking for anyone who can provide hime some space. Also Athe tracks for the Game Boy Advance version of Doom have been added to the "Doom Music" section.
Speeding Demos
Opulent's Speed Demos Archive has got what you want for demos. Albert Valls maxdemoed Gallows2 map01 he then speedran through Yab. On top of this he sent demos for Ophase, Origwad and he was still home in time for tea. The TAS site also updated with two Cameron Prosser demos.
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