The launch trailer for the latest Dawn of War 2 expansion was just released at Gamescom. It mostly details the Orks and features plenty of gameplay. I used to be huge original Dawn of War player, and I played Orks in the Warhammer 40k tabletop game, but they were never really given the recognition they deserve in Dawn of War 2. But now they have finally been done justice....WAAAAAAAAAGH!
StarCraft 2 patch 1.03 was just released. Here are the patch notes:
Patch 1.0.3 is now live. This small patch addresses a minor technical issue that was preventing certain players from accessing offline play. For additional information, check out the official patch notes below.
StarCraft II: Wings of Liberty — Patch 1.0.3
To get the latest news and interact with the community, visit our StarCraft II website. Be sure to check out our Game Guide for an in-depth look at StarCraft II gameplay. We wish you all the best on your journeys through the embattled Koprulu Sector!
Bug Fixes
• Fixed an issue preventing some players from accessing offline play from the login screen.
Please note that certain regions also received an update that now ensures the Friends Tab on the Leagues & Ladders page will function properly. To learn more, you can view all regional patch notes here.
THQ just sent out a press release and screenshots for Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War 2 - Retribution. Check it:
THQ Inc. (NASDAQ: THQI) today announced that a second stand-alone expansion for its genre redefining real time strategy game, Warhammer® 40,000®: Dawn of War® II, is scheduled for release in the first quarter of 2011.
Taking place years after the events in Dawn of War II: Chaos RisingTM, this title allows players to choose their perspective with the first multiple-race single player campaign in the Dawn of War II series. The first race to be revealed is the savage Orks, but no matter which race is chosen players will be taken on an epic journey through each story arc, revealing the answers to many questions left open in previous Dawn of War titles.
As well as the single player campaign, RetributionTM will feature new multiplayer units, maps and an entire new playable faction when it ships.
Jeff Lydell, Producer of Dawn of War II - Retribution commented: "We all love the Blood Ravens here at Relic Entertainment, but there are also a lot of fans of the other races and armies out there so we decided that Retribution should allow the player the freedom to experience the campaign from the perspective they select."
Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War II - Retribution is scheduled to be released for Windows PC in the first quarter of 2011.
Some news coming out of Gamescon 2010 was the announcement of Age of Empires Online.
“Age of Empires” for a New Era With more than 20 million copies sold worldwide, the “Age of Empires” series redefined real-time strategy games for Windows-based PC players. Now, the timeless franchise once again invites players to experience its rich storyline in new ways. “Age of Empires Online” will invite players to create a living, growing online world, shared with friends and friendly rivals around the globe. Begin the journey with your own Greek civilisation, and watch as it progresses from a village to an empire. Embark on quests along the way, alone or with friends, and immerse yourself in epic tales, quirky characters, adventure, history and strategy. Together with the Games for Windows – LIVE service, “Age of Empires Online” delivers a rich, social experience that lets you play however you want — anywhere, anytime.
Marrying fresh features with iconic gameplay, “Age of Empires Online” offers something for long-time fans, newcomers and everyone in between. “Age of Empires Online” will feature:
A persistent online capitol city that lives and grows even when you’re offline
Cooperative multiplayer quests, trading and a level-based system that lets you progress at your own pace
Fun, approachable style and storylines
Free-to-play experiences via Games for Windows – LIVE
Wow... HardwareCanucks has received word that BFG Technologies, you know them...they make video cards, has started sending out RMA Denials to customers who are attempting to get warranty work done citing supplier issues. What this means is that no repairs are being done and customers are receiving their video cards returned unrepaired.
BFG Technologies announced that it was departing the video card business back in May but no doubt people still bought this cards after that. Unfortunately those cards that have "lifetime warranties" suddenly have their lives cut short.
The letter from BFG Tech is short and you can see the full letter at HardwareCanucks, but it states...
BFG Technologies Inc. is in the process of winding down and liquidating its business. Unfortunately, our major supplier would not support our business. As a result, we are returning your graphics card without being able to repair it. We apologize for the inconvenience.
Sorry guys, looks like the consumer is getting the shaft.
Wow...