Joystiq http://www.joystiq.com Joystiq http://www.blogsmithmedia.com/http://www.joystiq.com/media/feedlogo.gif Joystiq http://www.joystiq.com en-us Copyright 2013 Weblogs, Inc. The contents of this feed are available for non-commercial use only. Blogsmith http://www.blogsmith.com/<![CDATA[Jedi Outcast and Jedi Academy source code released]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2013/04/04/jedi-outcast-and-jedi-academy-source-code-released/http://www.joystiq.com/2013/04/04/jedi-outcast-and-jedi-academy-source-code-released/http://www.joystiq.com/2013/04/04/jedi-outcast-and-jedi-academy-source-code-released/#comments Jedi Knight 2 Jedi Outcast, Jedi Academy source code releasedRaven, the studio behind beloved PC games Jedi Knight 2: Jedi Outcast and Jedi Academy, has released the source code for both games - partly in tribute to yesterday's closure of LucasArts and partly to thank fans for playing.

"We loved and appreciated the experience of getting to make Jedi Knight II: Jedi Outcast and Jedi Academy for LucasArts," Raven told Kotaku Australia. "As a gift to the persistently loyal fanbase for our Jedi games and in memory of LucasArts, we are releasing the source code for both games for people to enjoy and play with." The source code for each game can be found on Source Forge through the source links below, opening the game up to anxious modders across the galaxy.

Star Wars Jedi Knight 2: Jedi Outcast launched on the PC in 2002, with ports to Mac OSX, the original Xbox and Nintendo GameCube coming the following year. It's the sequel to 1998's Jedi Knight: Mysteries of the Sith, developed by LucasArts for the PC, and revolves around the New Republic that forms after the collapse of the Empire. (Spoiler?)

JoystiqJedi Outcast and Jedi Academy source code released originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 04 Apr 2013 22:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>jedi-academyjedi-knightjedi-knight-2-jedi-outcastpcravenraven-softwaresource-codeThu, 04 Apr 2013 22:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Injustice: Gods Among Us' latest character reveal is so Raven]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2013/03/14/injustice-gods-among-us-latest-character-reveal-is-so-raven/http://www.joystiq.com/2013/03/14/injustice-gods-among-us-latest-character-reveal-is-so-raven/http://www.joystiq.com/2013/03/14/injustice-gods-among-us-latest-character-reveal-is-so-raven/#comments Injustice Gods Among Us' latest character reveal is so RavenNews of a new costumed adventurer confirmed as an Injustice: Gods Among Us combatant feels like a semi-daily occurrence lately -- a trend that continues with this morning's affirmation of Raven as a playable character in NetherRealm Studios' new fighter.

As seen in her debut trailer (once available here, since vanished), Raven's abilities are just as floaty and mystical as one would expect, with quick, swiping melee attacks and what appears to be an alternate/evil stance with limited teleportation capabilities. Raven's big, scary, four-eyed father also makes a brief appearance during her fittingly insane super, and if you're familiar enough with her story to know his name, you're also familiar enough to be upset about her outfit and chin.

JoystiqInjustice: Gods Among Us' latest character reveal is so Raven originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 14 Mar 2013 16:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>character-revealinjustice-gods-among-usmicrosoftNetherrealm-Studiosnintendoplaystationps3RavenWarner-Bros-Interactive-Entertainmentwii-uxboxThu, 14 Mar 2013 16:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Call of Duty Elite app gets Black Ops 2 support on iOS, Android]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/11/14/call-of-duty-elite-app-gets-black-ops-2-support-on-ios-android/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/11/14/call-of-duty-elite-app-gets-black-ops-2-support-on-ios-android/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/11/14/call-of-duty-elite-app-gets-black-ops-2-support-on-ios-android/#comments The Call of Duty Elite app has been updated on iOS and Android to support this week's monolithic debut, Call of Duty: Black Ops 2. You can use the app to check your career stats and recent match performances, edit your classes, and search for and apply to Clans - pretty much the same stuff you can do with the app via Modern Warfare 3.

You can also use it to stream Call of Duty Elite TV, access multiplayer guides, and track challenges. The iOS app is universal and compatible with all iDevices running iOS 5.0 or greater; however, the app does not have iPhone 5 screen support.

JoystiqCall of Duty Elite app gets Black Ops 2 support on iOS, Android originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 14 Nov 2012 18:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>activisionandroidbeachheadbeachhead-studioscall-of-duty-black-ops-2call-of-duty-eliteiosipadiphonemicrosoftmobilepcplaystationps3ravenraven-softwaretreyarchxboxWed, 14 Nov 2012 18:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Modern Warfare 3 ad too violent for UK soccer time]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/07/25/modern-warfare-3-ad-too-violent-for-uk-soccer-time/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/07/25/modern-warfare-3-ad-too-violent-for-uk-soccer-time/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/07/25/modern-warfare-3-ad-too-violent-for-uk-soccer-time/#comments The UK's Advertising Standards Authority has placed restrictions on an ad for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3, reports MCV. The ASA took exception to the copious gunfire, explosions and the depiction of "New York under military assault" - you know, Call of Duty stuff. The ad originally aired in November during an afternoon soccer match and, although Activision followed the advertising guidelines it had been given at the time, the ASA has decided that the commercial "could cause distress to some children who might see the ad." As such, the ad can no longer be show prior to 7:30pm.

It's a shame, really. Activision needs all the help it can get spreading the word about Call of Duty.

JoystiqModern Warfare 3 ad too violent for UK soccer time originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 25 Jul 2012 11:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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The Bethesda Blog has announced that the Xbox 360 version of Quake 4 is being re-released at a new $19.99 price point on June 19. Currently, the only ways to pick up a copy of Quake 4 are through Steam (on Windows PC) and at the bottom of your local game retailer's bargain bin.

Or maybe your cousin Carl? He told us he liked Quake once. Borrow his copy!

JoystiqQuake 4 relaunches on June 19 for $20 originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 11 Apr 2012 13:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>activisionbethesdaidid-softwaremicrosoftquake+4quake-4quake4ravenraven-softwarexboxWed, 11 Apr 2012 13:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Call of Duty Elite subs getting four more pieces of unnamed MW3 content this year]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/03/15/call-of-duty-elite-subs-getting-four-more-pieces-of-unnamed-mw3/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/03/15/call-of-duty-elite-subs-getting-four-more-pieces-of-unnamed-mw3/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/03/15/call-of-duty-elite-subs-getting-four-more-pieces-of-unnamed-mw3/#comments If those 20 pieces of planned DLC for Modern Warfare 3 weren't enough for you, perhaps four additional bits will do the trick. Activision is sharing the four-piece bonus with Elite subscribers throughout the coming months, but isn't saying exactly what the content will be. All we know is that it'll be interspersed throughout the planned Elite content "season."

Elite's platform ubiquity is increasing as well, with the service's planned launch on tablets coming in the near future. Nearly 2 million folks have already snagged the app across both iOS and Android -- that's quite a few, considering approximately 7 million folks are Elite users. Activision promises a variety of (specified) updates to Elite's functionality over the next few months.

Gallery: Call of Duty Elite (GDC 2012)

JoystiqCall of Duty Elite subs getting four more pieces of unnamed MW3 content this year originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 15 Mar 2012 13:40:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>activisionbeachheadbeachhead-studioscall-of-duty-elitecall-of-duty-modern-warfare-3cod-elitedlcdownloadable-contenteliteinfinity-wardmicrosoftmodern-warfare-3pcplaystationps3ravenraven-softwarexboxThu, 15 Mar 2012 13:40:00 EST<![CDATA[Rumor: Raven Software working on stealth-based Bond game, follow-up to Wolverine 'on the backburner']]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/12/06/rumor-raven-software-working-on-stealth-based-bond-game-follow/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/12/06/rumor-raven-software-working-on-stealth-based-bond-game-follow/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/12/06/rumor-raven-software-working-on-stealth-based-bond-game-follow/#commentsWhen it's not busy working on Activision's "largest digital offering ever" or making games with superhuman Nazis, Raven Software is allegedly working on another James Bond title for Activision. Bond fansite MI6 claims that the recently approved bankruptcy plan at MGM has allowed the unannounced Bond title to be "taken off hiatus," and says it's back in production at Raven. Additionally, the report alleges that the Bond title was one of two games being worked on by Raven -- a sequel to 2009's X-Men Origins: Wolverine is said to also have been in production, though that game is reportedly "on the backburner" currently.

Given the recent death sentence handed to James Bond 007: Blood Stone by Activision (did you know that game was released, because it totally was) and the tumultuous story of Bond's 23rd film (said to now be back on track) -- not to mention Raven's ties to the very, very lucrative Call of Duty franchise and a recent thinning of the studio's staff -- we're a bit wary that the supposed stealth Bond will ever see the light of day. Regardless, we are totally, 100 percent confident in our unabashed excitement for the reignited Bond 23 plans.

JoystiqRumor: Raven Software working on stealth-based Bond game, follow-up to Wolverine 'on the backburner' originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 06 Dec 2010 15:50:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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  1. Don't bother trying to keep up with the Joneses anymore. Their mutated forms have granted them incredible endurance and speed.
  2. Avoid any scientific laboratories, especially those staffed by inter-dimensional riftologists. If you must visit one, always go for the Exploding Barrel Research Center.
  3. For god's sake, don't use an antiquated audio recorder -- no matter how charming it is -- to capture your final, downtrodden play at preservation. The minute you start talking about how you got separated from the others, you're inviting ... what was that noise? Oh god, I can hear it in the vents and AAAAIIEEEEE etc.

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Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>Activisionfpsmicrosoftpcplaystationps3RavenRaven-SoftwareSingularityxboxMon, 28 Jun 2010 18:50:00 EST<![CDATA[Report: Raven Software working on Call of Duty: Black Ops DLC, alleged Bond game on hold]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/05/13/report-raven-software-working-on-call-of-duty-black-ops-dlc/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/05/13/report-raven-software-working-on-call-of-duty-black-ops-dlc/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/05/13/report-raven-software-working-on-call-of-duty-black-ops-dlc/#comments If reports from G4 sources are to be believed, Singularity developer Raven Software is working on a "stealth-centric Bond game" (not to be confused with the unannounced Bond racer). Not only that, but the game has supposedly been put on hold so that Raven can create map packs for this November's Treyarch-developed Call of Duty: Black Ops. Apparently, in the wake of Activision's kerfuffle with (now former) Infinity Ward staff, the publisher is having to assign substitute developers to work on various components of the lucrative Call of Duty franchise.

While the situation sounds less than ideal for Raven, it beats the pretty heavy layoffs suffered by the studio last year. Now having too much work sounds like a good problem for Raven, especially in a still-ailing economy. We reached out to Activision to confirm this report, but hadn't heard back as of publishing.

Update: Activision responded, "Activision does not comment on rumor and speculation."

JoystiqReport: Raven Software working on Call of Duty: Black Ops DLC, alleged Bond game on hold originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 13 May 2010 14:59:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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But the game popped back up on our radar last night when its latest trailer was shown on GameTrailers TV, complete with a solidified June 29 release date (as Amazon and Gamefly listings previously indicated). If you're into WWII-era alternate realities featuring god-like special abilities, the trailer that we've embedded after the break is right up your alley. If not, well, here are the Wonderpets with a very sewious message.

Update: We've added the trailer above.

JoystiqSingularity falls in line for a June 29 point of delivery originally appeared on Joystiq on Sat, 17 Apr 2010 21:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>Microsoftq2-2010ravenraven-softwarerelease-datesingularitytrailervideoXbox-360Sat, 17 Apr 2010 21:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Raven Software confirms layoffs, new size 'reflects' upcoming work load]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/08/27/raven-software-confirms-layoffs-new-size-reflects-upcoming-wo/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/08/27/raven-software-confirms-layoffs-new-size-reflects-upcoming-wo/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/08/27/raven-software-confirms-layoffs-new-size-reflects-upcoming-wo/#comments It seems the unfortunate rumors we've been hearing to this effect for some time are true -- Raven Software has confirmed that a round of layoffs recently hit the developer (reports range from 30 to 56 folks cut from the studio's 180-man staff). Raven and Activision issued a statement explaining that after releasing X-Men Origins: Wolverine and Wolfenstein so close together, the Raven is "slightly reducing its workforce to better reflect the studio's upcoming slate," which only includes the development of Singularity.

Of course, other reports include unconfirmed, cause-and-effect-esque reasons for the layoffs. Kotaku reports that sources have attributed the firings to the over-budget (and underselling) Wolfenstein, as well as the holiday-to-Q1 delay of Singularity. Regardless of the reason for the downsizing, we hope the affected parties can get back on their feet with a quickness.

JoystiqRaven Software confirms layoffs, new size 'reflects' upcoming work load originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 27 Aug 2009 10:01:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>activisionactivision-blizzardfiringsindustryjobslayoffsravenraven-softwareThu, 27 Aug 2009 10:01:00 EST<![CDATA[New Singularity trailer pours one out for Mother Russia]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/08/19/new-singularity-trailer-pours-one-out-for-mother-russia/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/08/19/new-singularity-trailer-pours-one-out-for-mother-russia/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/08/19/new-singularity-trailer-pours-one-out-for-mother-russia/#commentsInterested in returning Mother Russia to its once great stature ... and crushing the imperialist dogs that toppled the former empire? Raven Software's Singularity promises just that. Oh, also, you can turn enemies into dust. Sold!

We're a bit worried that the game has been pushed back into the surprisingly crowded early-2010 time frame -- considering we'll be playing Dark Void, Splinter Cell Conviction, BioShock 2, and, ahem, a million other games. That being said, Singularity looks to bring some originality to a season already overloaded with FPS games. Let's just hope we have time to check it out!

Gallery: Singularity

JoystiqNew Singularity trailer pours one out for Mother Russia originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 19 Aug 2009 14:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>activisionfpsMicrosoftravenraven-softwarerussiasingularitytrailerXbox-360Wed, 19 Aug 2009 14:15:00 EST<![CDATA[Report: Wolfenstein multiplayer team struck with layoffs]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/08/18/report-wolfenstein-multiplayer-team-struck-with-layoffs/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/08/18/report-wolfenstein-multiplayer-team-struck-with-layoffs/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/08/18/report-wolfenstein-multiplayer-team-struck-with-layoffs/#comments GI.biz reports that an unspecified number of employees from Wolfenstein's multiplayer developer, Endrant Studios, were laid off today. Adding insult to injury, today just happens to mark the official launch of the game. Making matters even worse, Wolfenstein is the studio's first title.

According to an Endrant spokesperson, now that the Wolfenstein development cycle is complete, the studio has "regrettably been forced to make adjustments to staff and headcounts," adding that the laid-off staff members "worked incredibly hard on [Endrant's] latest title." The spokesperson also issued the studio's hope that the former employees "land on their feet quickly."

For our part, we hope they do too.

JoystiqReport: Wolfenstein multiplayer team struck with layoffs originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 18 Aug 2009 17:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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First-person time manipulation news now, with a brief note from Activision alerting us to a delay in the release of Raven Software's Singularity, which was previously slated for a late 2009 arrival. It seems the publisher has wisely decided to push the sci-fi adventure back into March 2010 -- and well out of the way of Modern Warfare 2's commercially crushing tank treads.

"The level of excitement for Infinity Ward's Modern Warfare 2 coming out of E3 well exceeded our expectations and therefore we have decided to move Raven's upcoming sci-fi first person action title, Singularity, from 2009 to Q1 2010," an Activision spokesperson declared. "We believe that the March quarter will provide a better opportunity to establish the new cutting-edge action IP as a "must-have" title and clears the way for Modern Warfare 2 to dominate this holiday season."

Thanks for taking one for the team, Singularity! Now, if you Assassin's Creeds and Splinter Cells and BioShocks could just skooch over a tad ...

Gallery: Singularity

JoystiqSingularity sucked into Q1 2010 originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 08 Jul 2009 19:59:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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GameTrailers has posted a new Wolfenstein motion comic. We're not quite sure how to feel about it really. Sure, it's nice to see B.J. Blazkowicz doing what he does best. We also like that Wolfenstein's famous chain gun-wielding Hitler once again gets what he deserves. Still, the whole thing is just so cheesy. If we didn't know better, we'd say that B.J. is trying to fill the one-liner chasm that has been left by the dearly departed Duke Nukem.

Don't take our word for it though, watch it after the break and see what you think.

[Via BigDownload]

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Out of all of humanity's social needs and desires, we all love the feeling of belonging the most. People just can't get along without the comfort and support that can be provided by bowling leagues, church groups, family circles or bloodthirsty para-military contractors.

The latest developer diary for Zipper Interactive's 256-man melee, MAG, reveals the three PMCs featured in the multi-multi-multiplayer shooter. You'll get to choose between the traditional military forces of Valor, the high-tech armada of Raven or the brutal, low-tech armies of S.V.E.R. (pronounced "sever"). Check out the three outfits in the video above, and let us know who you're thinking about enlisting with.

JoystiqZipper dev diary reveals the three factions of MAG originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 30 Jun 2009 22:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>dev-diaryfactionsfpsmagpmcravensvervalorzipper-interactiveTue, 30 Jun 2009 22:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Wolfenstein includes comprehensive Nazi death stat tracker]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/06/25/wolfenstein-includes-comprehensive-nazi-death-stat-tracker/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/06/25/wolfenstein-includes-comprehensive-nazi-death-stat-tracker/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/06/25/wolfenstein-includes-comprehensive-nazi-death-stat-tracker/#comments
Stat tracking is nothing new for FPS games, but we have to hand it to Raven for being thorough. According to MTV Multiplayer, the upcoming Wolfenstein keeps track of not only how many Nazis you kill, but the manner in which they died. Multiplayer asserts that it saw a stat screen at 36 percent completion, which noted that 639 kills had been made. Using some simple math, the blog calculated that a total of 1638.4 Nazis will meet their doom by the end of the game.

Now, we hate to criticize, but that's assuming the rate of Nazi influx is constant, which it almost assuredly is not. Still, regardless of exactly how many have fallen by the end, we take comfort in the fact that we'll know exactly how many were dissolved, dismembered, burned and electrocuted. Strangely, the game doesn't appear to keep track of the number that have killed the old fashioned way: with a bullet.

JoystiqWolfenstein includes comprehensive Nazi death stat tracker originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 25 Jun 2009 23:59:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>activisionidid-softwareMicrosoftravenraven-softwarewolfensteinXbox-360Thu, 25 Jun 2009 23:59:00 EST<![CDATA[Disintegrate bad people with Wolfenstein's particle cannon]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/05/08/disintegrate-bad-people-with-wolfensteins-particle-cannon/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/05/08/disintegrate-bad-people-with-wolfensteins-particle-cannon/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/05/08/disintegrate-bad-people-with-wolfensteins-particle-cannon/#comments If destroying Nazis is on your agenda, nothing quite gets the job done like a particle cannon. Why futz with bullet-riddled corpses or, even worse, exploded viscera? With the particle cannon, enemies simply disintegrate, making for vary little mess and easy cleanup. You can see it in action in the latest trailer for Wolfenstein. This particular particle cannon is fairly effective, though it does seem to harbor one small design flaw: it disintegrates everything but hats.

We're guessing the Allies probably consulted with the ACME Corporation on the particle cannon's design.

JoystiqDisintegrate bad people with Wolfenstein's particle cannon originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 08 May 2009 21:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>activisionidMicrosoftravenwolfensteinXbox-360Fri, 08 May 2009 21:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Joystiq Review: X-Men Origins: Wolverine (Uncaged Edition)]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/05/05/joystiq-review-x-men-origins-wolverine/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/05/05/joystiq-review-x-men-origins-wolverine/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/05/05/joystiq-review-x-men-origins-wolverine/#comments One thousand three hundred and fifty five people: murdered. Okay, some of them were unfeeling killer robots, but even after eliminating every piece of scrap metal from the virtual cemetery, you're left with a considerable number of motionless bodies by the end of X-Men Origins: Wolverine. Or at least things that, when reassembled, vaguely resemble bodies.

Wolverine is a game that exudes excess and revels in recklessness. The design mirrors that of its protagonist, an unhinged brute who lops off limbs, tears apart helicopters and frequently howls at the camera. Oh, and he apparently has a lot of fun, too. Like God of War and its ilk, Wolverine is at its best when it feels like all limitations have been dissolved, along with any possibility of you succumbing to a mere army of opponents. Even distance becomes an ex-factor, with an always satisfying lunge maneuver planting you in someone's chest before they can do something futile -- like shooting you.

Gallery: X-Men Origins: Wolverine

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JoystiqJoystiq Review: X-Men Origins: Wolverine (Uncaged Edition) originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 05 May 2009 16:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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JoystiqWolverine demo available now on Xbox 360 originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 30 Apr 2009 23:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Keep repeating that while watching the video above, which focuses on the game's story, particularly that of Sabretooth. In the upcoming film, Sabretooth is actually portrayed as Wolverine's brother, which makes for some ... interesting family dynamics. The video also takes a quick look at both Gambit and The Blob. So, again, just remember to keep repeating the mantra ...

JoystiqLatest Wolverine vid picks at Sabretooth originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 17 Apr 2009 03:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Oh, no he didn't. Watch the video and see just what Raven is talking about. Be warned though, the video contains some pretty graphic violence against melons.

JoystiqWolverine devs: Every other game is 'some pansy' originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 09 Apr 2009 20:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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We've now played a near final version -- once again starting out in the jungle -- and, well, we still like it. Luckily we got to see a lot more of what players are in for and found that, while Kratos probably has grounds for a civil suit, there are definitely plenty of unique elements to help Wolverine's adventure stand on its own.

Gallery: X-Men Origins: Wolverine (04-06-09)

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JoystiqJoystiq hands-on: X-Men Origins: Wolverine originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 07 Apr 2009 13:08:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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The official website for the latest iteration of Wolfenstein is now open for business. The site contains everything you'd expect from a game site, including screens, videos, forums and a blog. A handful of the screens are new, and there is also a hefty load of concept art, all of which we've compiled in the galleries below. Be sure to check out the concept art, as it contains a sneak peak at some of the game's multiplayer classes. The site also promises some upcoming webisodes, so stay tuned.

Activision has also announced that this week's episode of GameTrailers TV will be dedicated to Wolfenstein. The episode will feature a new trailer, plenty of gameplay footage and a look at one of the game's bosses. The episode is scheduled to air this Friday on SpikeTV.

Gallery: Wolfenstein (3/19/09)


Gallery: Wolfenstein Concept Art

JoystiqAchtung! Wolfenstein website is live originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 19 Mar 2009 18:10:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>activisionidid-softwareravenraven-softwarewolfensteinThu, 19 Mar 2009 18:10:00 EST<![CDATA[Video: Wolverine is one angry, awesome dude]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/03/10/video-wolverine-is-one-angry-awesome-dude/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/03/10/video-wolverine-is-one-angry-awesome-dude/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/03/10/video-wolverine-is-one-angry-awesome-dude/#commentsApart from being a bit on the short side, Wolverine is pretty much the ideal male hero. He's fast, strong, mean [Get a room! - Ed] ... and he has an adamantium skeleton complete with kick-ass adamantium claws. Judging by the latest trailer for X-Men Origins: Wolverine, if the game is even half as good as it looks -- which seems to be the case, incidentally -- we're in for a treat. There is no stealth here. There is only running, jumping and killing. Even better, it appears that the running and jumping are there purely to facilitate the killing.

Oh, and Wolverine deflects a rocket with his claws. With. His. Claws. That is all.

JoystiqVideo: Wolverine is one angry, awesome dude originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 10 Mar 2009 15:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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In Raven Software's latest FPS, Singularity, you play as a salesperson for Cingular Wireless, now AT&T Wireless. No, that's not right. Oh yes. You play as a character who, unlike a Cingular salesperson, can manipulate time -- travel through it, use it to make folks age to death ... y'know, the usual.

Anyway, the game's publisher, Activision, has released the first trailer for it and a couple dozen screenshots. The game looks mighty good, but we won't be totally convinced until we confirm players can use time to grow beards quickly. That and play it at E3. The trailer's hanging out just after the break or skip the lame Flash-vid and download it in glorious HD from Big Download.

Gallery: Singularity

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JoystiqSingularity spawns multiple screenshots, first trailer originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 23 Feb 2009 16:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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When we think back on our proudest achievements throughout our video gaming careers, a few notable moments come to mind -- for instance, the first time we caught 'em all. Or when we topped our friends' high scores on Pac-Man Championship Edition. The first time we beat the wretched wind tunnel level in Battletoads. Oh, and how could we forget -- that time we shuffled robo-Hitler off this mortal coil in Wolfenstein 3D. That guy was a jerk.

Unfortunately, the satisfaction one feels after putting the kibosh on a genocidist won't be present in Id Software and Raven's next installment in their Nazi-stomping franchise, Wolfenstein. In an interview with Eurogamer, Id lead artist Kevin Cloud confirmed that the Fuhrer will not be present in the upcoming title, claiming that the developer needs to "save something for future Wolfensteins." Who could possibly replace him as the game's nefarious evil boss, though? Eva Braun? Bowser, perhaps?

JoystiqNew Wolfenstein game will not feature Hitler originally appeared on Joystiq on Sat, 09 Aug 2008 21:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Wolfenstein fans rejoice because it looks like the next entry in the fabled franchise is set to debut at E3 this year. The news comes from a press release covering Spike TV's E3 plans (of all places). So says the press release: "Geoff Keighley is on the E3 show floor to give Spike viewers the inside scoop on the sights and sounds of the show. Also, tune in for more world exclusive surprises including something special from id Software and Raven Software." The time listed for this particular bit of programming is "Tuesday, July 15 and Wednesday, July 16 (11:59 PM - Midnight, ET/PT)."

Considering the next Wolfenstein is Raven Software's current project, it sounds like that's what we'll be seeing. Strangely, this is listed for GameTrailers TV's E3 Minute program which, as noted above, is only a minute long. With id Software's E3 plans still very hazy, it's looks like things may be starting to take shape after all. Let's hope we wind up with more than a minute's worth of Wolfenstein when all is said and done.

JoystiqWolfenstein will probably be at E3 originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 09 Jul 2008 17:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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We thought it was important to comb through Spike TV's E3 coverage plans, if only so we could plan our walking paths to put us in front of the cameras as much as humanly possible. But imagine our surprise when we actually found news hiding within our ticket to stardom. Check this listing:

"Geoff Keighley is on the E3 show floor to give Spike viewers the inside scoop on the sights and sounds of the show. Also, tune in for more world exclusive surprises including something special from id Software and Raven Software. -- Tuesday, July 15 and Wednesday, July 16 (11:59 PM - Midnight, ET/PT)"

Something special from id and Raven, huh? Could it be the 2-and-1/2-years-in-development Wolfenstein follow up that's supposed to arrive this year? Yeah, we think that's a pretty safe bet. Here's hoping we get to hear more about another return to the castle next week.

JoystiqRumor: Wolfenstein will likely appear at E3 originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 09 Jul 2008 14:29:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Rumors of a new Soldier of Fortune game have been confirmed by Activision. Speaking to GameSpot, the publisher said that the shooter is "being developed in Minnesota" and would be released on their Activision Value label.

You know who's not in Minnesota? Madison, Wisconsin-based Raven Software, who developed the previous two Soldier of Fortune titles. Former Raven employee Kenn Hoekstra posted on Blue's News forums that that there was a new developer. The only clue we have comes from an anonymous source via Firing Squad, who states that it will be developed by Cauldron, who previously created History Channel: Civil War FPS for Activision Value in 2006.

No other details are available, though all signs (especially that glowing, neon sign that says Activision Value) point to a disappointing, budget-priced revisit to a quality franchise.

JoystiqNew Soldier of Fortune, with new dev, coming via Activision Value originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 29 Jun 2007 01:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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We were just wondering how much our awesome DS Fanboy audience crossed over with the "mainstream" audience. And by that we mean people who pick up the Disney Channel tie-in games.

We're not making fun here; we aren't judging or anything. We are genuinely interested. Who among us has played The Suite Life of Zack & Cody, or Hannah Montana, or That's So Raven: Psychic on the Scene? We usually pay no attention at all to this stuff, so we'd actually like to hear impressions of it from our commenting friends. Are they bland? Are any of them surprisingly playable? Or hilariously, lovably awful?

JoystiqDS Daily: The Suite Life of Zack & Cody & You originally appeared on Joystiq on Sun, 20 May 2007 11:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Wolfenstein fans can again rejoice, because the franchise hasn't died just yet. Actually, you'll be happy to know that the next game in the series will be hitting the 360 later next year. In an interview with a Wisconsin new station, who were doing a story on video game development, Raven Software talked about what new tools they use for next gen development and hinted that Wolfenstein will be releasing sometime in 2008. Huge news? Not really, but the Wolfenstein dev team has kept quite mum about their little baby, so any news is rather exciting. Full article and Raven Software interview after the jump.

[Via Joystiq]

JoystiqWolfenstein set for 2008 release originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 16 May 2007 13:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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After falling off radar for a little over a year, the "next-gen" version of Wolfenstein continues development with a 2008 release date attached to it. Announced back in 2005, the game was expected last year and just sorta disappeared. Now a random story by a Wisconsin television station about motion capture technology brings news that the game isn't complete vaporware and developer Raven Software (Marvel Ultimate Alliance) is still working on it.

The focus of the news piece is the actress Raven Software hired to play "an elite force assassin" in the game. The actress, Carrie Coon, will have her face scanned for use in the game. Femme fatales always make a game better, just ask Ada Wong (Resident Evil) or Mona Sax (Max Payne). Well, we hope that the game will get a real name soon and some screens to go with the official announcement. With any luck the title won't disappear for another year -- we need more WWII based, Nazi killin', first-person shooters!

Joystiq'Next-gen' Wolfenstein resurfaces with 2008 release originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 14 May 2007 21:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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After waiting around all day staring at the Xbox Live Marketplace (what a living), the new content for Marvel: Ultimate Alliance still hasn't arrived. Naturally, we're a little confused, as a trailer was released on Marketplace just to let us know that the content would arrive April 10th (i.e. yesterday). The trailer has now been pulled, and the official Marvel: Ultimate Alliance website says nothing of the content beyond the original announcement that was made last month. Of course, it's possible the content failed the certification process, in which case fans could be waiting a while to get their hands on the new heroes and villains.

Was anyone out there looking forward to this new DLC?

Update: The sheer magnitude of all the super villainy contained in this post created a time vacuum, thus shoving the post backwards in time an entire day. The evil has since been rectified and the post returned to its proper time.

JoystiqNew Marvel: UA content still MIA originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 11 Apr 2007 10:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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It looks like the Marvel: Ultimate Alliance content that was announced last month is nearing completion. The news comes from GameDaily.biz, though it seems the original article has been removed. Luckily, Evil Avatar has captured the important bits. The content pack is set to bring 8 different heroes and villains to the game, including Hawkeye, Magneto, the Incredible Hulk, Nightcrawler, Sabretooth, Doctor Doom (!), Cyclops, and Venom (!!). The Hero Pack and Villain Pack will set you back 500 points each, or you could grab all 8 in one pack for a cool 800. Individual gamer pictures will also be available for 80 points each. No release date has been confirmed.

Are you willing to drop the MS Points to breathe new life into Marvel?

Update: As awesome as Magneto is, he doesn't deserve to be listed twice. Added Nightcrawler, who richly deserves to be there.

JoystiqNew Marvel: Ultimate Alliance content soon originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 22 Mar 2007 14:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Metareview - Marvel Ultimate Alliance
The ongoing debate over which superhero universe reigns supreme may never be settled, but Marvel Comics is looking like the clear winner in the gaming space with Activision's release of Marvel Ultimate Alliance. There's no Incredible Hulk (he's in Vivendi's game), but just about everyone else from the House of Ideas makes an appearance, which amounts to at least 20 playable characters on each platform. Where Ultimate Alliance really shines over Justice League Heroes is in the stronger focus on teamwork, not to mention a more impressive cast of villains. <Your team name here>, assemble!
  • Game Informer (93/100) likes the new transparent rejuvenation system: "In this game, you no longer need to stock potions. When an enemy is slain, there's a chance that the fallen will gift you with a cluster of healing orbs that automatically zoom to your character. This change not only removes the clunky system of healing, it makes you feel more like a hero. Your focus is always on the battlefield, not a meter."

  • GamePro (90/100) appreciates the challenging enemy AI: "The major boss battles are head and shoulders above anything you've seen in the past. The roster of villains changes with such frequency that you never get a chance to get sick of them. Stronger ones boast talents like healing and immunity to certain attacks, while others carry shields that force your active crew of four to work as a team."

  • TeamXbox (88/100) was dazzled by the production quality: "The opening cinematic by Blur Studios is perhaps the finest I have witnessed in a videogame...but it's worth mentioning that the in-game footage cut scenes by Raven are no slouches either. Raven's in-game work is really nice too. Characters all have that comic book look, but have been updated to have their own edge. The backgrounds are just as sweet, flexing a bunch of post-production effects and lots of animations."

JoystiqMetareview - Marvel Ultimate Alliance originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 26 Oct 2006 15:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>action rpgActivisionavengersbladeblur studioscaptain americadr. doomelektrafantastic fourgalactusghost rideriron manlokimarvel comicsMarvel Ultimate AlliancePCPS2Ravensilver surferspider-mansuperherothorultronwolverinex-men legendsXboxXbox-360Thu, 26 Oct 2006 15:45:00 EST<![CDATA[Shell head and Stretcho highlight new Alliance trailers]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2006/10/05/shell-head-and-stretcho-highlight-new-alliance-trailers/http://www.joystiq.com/2006/10/05/shell-head-and-stretcho-highlight-new-alliance-trailers/http://www.joystiq.com/2006/10/05/shell-head-and-stretcho-highlight-new-alliance-trailers/#commentsFiled under: , , , , , , , , , ,

Shell head and Stretcho highlight new Alliance trailers
In less than three weeks, Activision will begin shipping Marvel Ultimate Alliance, and there's been a steady stream of trailer updates over the past month. Iron Man and Mr. Fantastic are the latest attractions, and although these heroes are both geniuses, they have their flaws -- one has a drinking problem, and the other spends too many hours in the lab. If you ask me, Reed Richards' greatest accomplishment is bagging Sue Storm, so you have to wonder where this guy's priorities are.

Which four heroes will you be using for your Ultimate team?

JoystiqShell head and Stretcho highlight new Alliance trailers originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 05 Oct 2006 13:56:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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It's nice that Activision is even bothering with Playstation 3 and Xbox 360 versions of Marvel: Ultimate Alliance, but come on. Look at it. Sure, if it's anything like X-Men Legends it will be a blast, but these screens are far from impressive. It wouldn't matter if the 360 version had the same price as the Xbox version, but do you really want to pay sixty bucks for this?

[Via OpenXBOX360]

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Activision voice-over contest updateEarlier this month, Activision started its online voice-over contest for the roles of Bruce Banner and Jean Grey in the upcoming Marvel Ultimate Alliance. The Marvel games publisher is no longer accepting entries for puny Dr. Banner, but a new casting call for Namor the Sub-Mariner (the elvish-looking guy with wings on his feet) has just been announced. If you're lucky enough to become the voice of the Atlantean prince, maybe you'll get a chance to woo the Invisible Woman.

Activision is also still auditioning voices for Jean Grey, so ladies, step on up to the mic! The contest ends July 23.

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Marvel Ultimate Alliance voice contest
Attention, true believers! If you've got the chops to be a super hero, Marvel and Activision want to hear from you (literally). The creators of Marvel Ultimate Alliance are currently auditioning aspiring voice actors for the parts of Hulk alter ego Bruce Banner and the X-Men's Jean Grey (a.k.a. Marvel Girl/Phoenix/Dark Phoenix). The top male and female entries will have their voices featured in the game, and will also take home an Xbox 360 and other prizes.

Now, before you dust off those old Bill Bixby videotapes and start practicing the classic "you wouldn't like me when I'm angry" line, there is specific dialogue you will have to read into the Flash recorder on the official site. Practice up and make Stan Lee proud.

[via TeamXbox]

JoystiqMarvel wants your voice for Ultimate Alliance originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 06 Jun 2006 13:57:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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