Graffë Forums - Blogs - Mdar https://www.graffes.com/forums/blog.php?358-Mdar en Wed, 13 May 2026 18:21:52 GMT vBulletin 60 https://www.graffes.com/forums/images/misc/rss.jpg Graffë Forums - Blogs - Mdar https://www.graffes.com/forums/blog.php?358-Mdar They made a game with zombies in it https://www.graffes.com/forums/entry.php?211-They-made-a-game-with-zombies-in-it Sun, 01 Nov 2009 17:18:46 GMT If you pre-ordered a copy of L4D2 already, I hope you choked on your demo that you've been playing for about a week now. For the rest of us poor and Irish, the L4D2 demo pre-load has started.

Why are you still reading this? You need to start the demo pre-load now by starting steam. ]]> Mdar https://www.graffes.com/forums/entry.php?211-They-made-a-game-with-zombies-in-it You saw it here first, Skynet welcomed with open arms! https://www.graffes.com/forums/entry.php?209-You-saw-it-here-first-Skynet-welcomed-with-open-arms! Thu, 29 Oct 2009 16:27:28 GMT Our very own Solesk started a thread about Verizon's new Droid phone and the post was done with such care I've decided to share it with the world, below is a small snippet of his post. You can see the whole thing, and the thread, here.


Ok, I lied, it's really over there.


Quote Originally Posted by Solesk View Post

ok, i'm not posting this to get into some sort of apple vs android debate. i'm not trying to say this is some sort of iphone killer. because the truth is both have a place in the market.

but this is the first serious contender from an android phone and i'm super pumped about it. so much so that i'm thinking of terminating my iphone contract and switching. i make no secret to the fact i'm not exactly pleased with my iphone. but 70% of my gripes are service related.
P.S.
Your friendly news poster wouldn't mind one of theses for Christmas, so please, everyone that reads, please chip in. That's like, 30 bucks from the 20 of you that read the front page! ]]> Mdar https://www.graffes.com/forums/entry.php?209-You-saw-it-here-first-Skynet-welcomed-with-open-arms! Well what do we have here? https://www.graffes.com/forums/entry.php?205-Well-what-do-we-have-here Fri, 23 Oct 2009 16:51:38 GMT 'Allo 'allo my fellow droogs. I thought I'd drop in and let you vecks know about a real horrowshow type of game. Killingfloor on steam is having a free to play weekend, that's right brothers, no cutter needed!

Now itty to Steam and, if you can, crast this game before week's end. And if you're the law abiding sort, no need to empty your carmens of all their pretty polly. Killing floor is just 14.99 this weekend too.

OUT! OUT! OUT! ]]> Mdar https://www.graffes.com/forums/entry.php?205-Well-what-do-we-have-here Holy Modual Fallout Batman! https://www.graffes.com/forums/entry.php?202-Holy-Modual-Fallout-Batman! Sun, 11 Oct 2009 18:24:16 GMT http://www.graffe.com/forums/showthread.php?t=64654 Our very own Star-Demon tossed together a thread of his favourite mods for Fallout 3. Of course this discussion took a turn for the something else and discussion about the DLC popped up as well. And speaking of DLC come Rocktober 13th... http://www.graffe.com/forums/showthread.php?t=64654

Our very own Star-Demon tossed together a thread of his favourite mods for Fallout 3. Of course this discussion took a turn for the something else and discussion about the DLC popped up as well. And speaking of DLC come Rocktober 13th, the Fallout 3: Game of the Year Edition comes out with all the DLC included. So if you've been a slacker like me now is a good time to pick it up. Well, that or Brutal Legend. Or maybe pre-order L4D2.

Damn, October is good for gamers.

Quote about GotYE for FO3!
Additionally, we are also pleased to announce that Fallout 3 Game of the Year edition (Xbox 360, PlayStation 3 and PC) will be available at retail on Tuesday, October 13th. The Game of the Year edition includes Fallout 3 and all five DLCs. The Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 versions will retail for $59.99 and the Games for Windows version will be available for $49.9
]]> Mdar https://www.graffes.com/forums/entry.php?202-Holy-Modual-Fallout-Batman! And the next class update for Team Fortress 2 is.... https://www.graffes.com/forums/entry.php?200-And-the-next-class-update-for-Team-Fortress-2-is Tue, 22 Sep 2009 05:31:18 GMT http://www.teamfortress.com/1308.htm

Just click the bloody link already, then click anywhere on that page.

No class is getting an update, valve is introducing a new class. Well, maybe.

Unlike previous big updates, the content isn't on the teamfortress2 domain, instead it's http://guarddog.50webs.com/ and the letter on the blog suggests that it was an approved idea by a third party.

Very interesting if it's a real update for TF2, since the 50webs link has a day slider on it I guess we'll just have to keep hammering refresh until day 2 pops up to see what happens. If it's for real, expect to see guard dogs hounding you around with in a week (Sniper vs Spy update had 7 days before the update hit).

I'm also curious if there will be a Guarddog update in the future considering, though I want to say no since there are already guarddog specific achievements. Now, while there were class specific achievements before the class updates, they were hardly noteworthy.

Edit: Turns out it was a fake update done by a fan, more information can be found here. But the letter on the official TF2 blog is real and it seems that some one at Valve likes the idea. Now, taking into account that many of the TF2 team was taken off to help with L4D2 to ship (last time I saw shots of L4D2 back in May, half the cast wasn't done yet) and considering Valve Time we might see the Guard Dog out in 2110. ]]> Mdar https://www.graffes.com/forums/entry.php?200-And-the-next-class-update-for-Team-Fortress-2-is A Cu for your thoughts? https://www.graffes.com/forums/entry.php?199-A-Cu-for-your-thoughts Mon, 21 Sep 2009 20:44:58 GMT My bad punning aside the My Two Copper podcast is a damn fine one.

A little history here; I've been trying for the past two months to write a review for this podcast. I wanted something that would reflect the tone of the podcast and convey in text the feel of the podcast.

The first half of the podcast is dedicated to what the three hosts have been playing the previous week while the second half is given to news, announcements and opinions.

In previous podcasts, one host, Jeff, would tell a story about his progression through Fallout 3 and all of the DLC that went with it, this has definately pursueded me to buy the game but I'm going to wait until October when everything is released on a single disc.

I nearly forgot, with the latest podcast, #24 at the time of posting, a new member was recently added, I'm behind on all of my podcasts so I haven't heard him in the podcast, but I know from meeting him personally he'll be a great addition to the podcast.

And that's it, the review i've been trying to write for the better part of two months.

P.S.
Guess which member of the community is part of the podcast. ]]> Mdar https://www.graffes.com/forums/entry.php?199-A-Cu-for-your-thoughts <![CDATA[Avatars United EVE online App Contest or "At least I updated in July, right?"]]> https://www.graffes.com/forums/entry.php?180-Avatars-United-EVE-online-App-Contest-or-quot-At-least-I-updated-in-July-right-quot Mon, 27 Jul 2009 14:54:51 GMT
Are you an EVE application developer or have a cool idea for a killer app but can't code it yourself? Then we have got the contest for you!
Beginning July 27, 2009, Avatars United is giving talented and inventive developers a chance to win:
- $1000 in cash
- $1000 Amazon Web Services credits
- Asus GeForce GTX 295 1792MB PhysX CUDA
- Asus 24" VH242H Wide Gaming LCD TFT Monitor
- Popcorn Hour A-110 Media Tank
- 1 year subscription to EVE Online
- 1 year EON subscription
- EVE Online special edition box signed by EVE Dev team
- 1 ship model from the EVE store
Idea submissions can win:
- 32 gig iPod Touch
- 6 months subscription to EVE Online
- Avatars United Goodie bag
The contest ends August 15, 2009.

More information about this contest can be found on their Web site. You can discuss this contest in this thread.

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That's a lot of goodies for Apps and some good ones for just ideas. You read that correctly, you can play EVE for free for 6 months if you have the best Idea for an App. No reason not to at least put something forth, and you have about two weeks to think of something. ]]> Mdar https://www.graffes.com/forums/entry.php?180-Avatars-United-EVE-online-App-Contest-or-quot-At-least-I-updated-in-July-right-quot Because I am a slacker, you get an update. https://www.graffes.com/forums/entry.php?169-Because-I-am-a-slacker-you-get-an-update Wed, 10 Jun 2009 19:52:56 GMT Dungeons and Dragons Online is now free to play. When I heard about this I was ecstatic and then I heard the second part, and oh god I nearly stabbed my eyes out with my hobo shiv.

DDO is now going to have two levels of subscribers, free and VIP. Turbine is also going to be adding microtransactions and from what I’ve heard from people in beta, you can buy all kinds of things for cash that will significantly help your character. My source in beta says the game is now stupidly easy.

You can read the Kotaku article here and talk it over with your fellow Graffites here

Turns out I’ve been slacking (big surprise there!) and neglected to even mention E3. It seemed that popular consensus was that E3 no longer mattered, however this year people were given something to talk about. Microsoft announced Milo and Project Natal. Forgive the video quality, but it’s the entire Project Natal demo. If you have a 360 I’m sure you’ve heard of this and you can also watch it there in HD. Oh, and here is the announcement video. 30 points for the first person that can correctly answer the unanswered question at the end of the announcement video.

Now, Milo from Lionhead studios is both awe inspiring and creepy. Milo is something, or some one, you have to see to believe. Just sit back and watch the linked video.

Also announced was Left 4 Dead 2, set for release on Nov 17th. I’ve been afflicted with both joy and contempt with this announcement. I love L4D, even though I haven’t really played much in the last month and I am looking forward to a sequel. However, after barely a year out? This seems more like a money grab than anything else but the teaser trailer did seem to boast improved graphics and the AI was supposed to be upgraded significantly as well. I know I’ll still buy this game, I’m not sure if I’ll get it first day or I’ll wait. Knowing me and my love for all things zombie, I’ll get it on launch for the PC.

We have more in our E3 2009 thread.

I’d also like to wish Star-Demon a belated happy birthday. Here’s to hoping next year goes better for ya!
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]]> Mdar https://www.graffes.com/forums/entry.php?169-Because-I-am-a-slacker-you-get-an-update Welcome back and enjoy the Death and a side order of other news. https://www.graffes.com/forums/entry.php?158-Welcome-back-and-enjoy-the-Death-and-a-side-order-of-other-news Sat, 25 Apr 2009 05:22:48 GMT In celebration of their second anniversary, Lord of the Rings Online is welcoming back past members and offering subscriptions as low as 9.99 a month.

Never played before? Don't worry, they're offering a 10 day free trial, details are at the link above. Better hurry as this offer is only good from April 24th to April 30th!

Now that you've been welcomed back, it's time for Death! And by Death, I mean Demons Souls for the PlayStation 3.

This import has a unique style of playing through the levels. When, not if, never if, you die your character comes back as a soul body. You have 50% of your HP but that's just where the game starts to turn off the beaten path. This is almost an MMO in the loosest sense of the term. By using different items in the game, you can either leave a message for another player to join and help you defeat a boss (and return to life, warn other players of what's about to happen, or even invade another person's game and attempt to slay them. Keep in mind that while you can do all of this, you cannot talk to another player like in a real MMO.

Everything I've read so far hints that this game as a depth like no other on the American market. Stop by the Thread for more detail and ongoing discussion.


With in the last two weeks, patch 1.2.1 for Warhammer Online dropped. It seems that the graffites are not happy with it. I don't play WHO but I'm curious as to getting some more opinions, head on over and discuss with the others!


Eve also released Patch 1.1. Thought, right now we're only talking about stealth bombers, feel free to join in though! ]]> Mdar https://www.graffes.com/forums/entry.php?158-Welcome-back-and-enjoy-the-Death-and-a-side-order-of-other-news Win a retail box of Eve Online! https://www.graffes.com/forums/entry.php?152-Win-a-retail-box-of-Eve-Online! Thu, 23 Apr 2009 15:31:59 GMT
Quote Originally Posted by Eve RSS feed
Want your very own copy of the EVE Online retail box? Rock, Paper, Shotgun is giving away six copies featuring a 60 day game time card, an EVE career planner, your very own Interbus Shuttle and more. "How can I win such a fabulous prize" you ask? It's easy! Simply go to Rockpapershotgun.com and answer this simple question: "What is the best science fiction film, and why?" Full details are available on their site and who knows, maybe that second account you always wanted can be yours!
Wow, I'm slow. I'm two days late posting this but there is still time to sign up and attempt to win. ]]> Mdar https://www.graffes.com/forums/entry.php?152-Win-a-retail-box-of-Eve-Online! A big week in gaming https://www.graffes.com/forums/entry.php?151-A-big-week-in-gaming Wed, 22 Apr 2009 23:31:55 GMT In one week we've seen 2 games release major content patches and company announce the end of an MMO.

World Of Warcraft released patch 3.1. Along with the long promised dual talent specs, this patch also brought players into Ulduar and opened the Argent Tournament. The 21st saw a minor patch and another talent refund to fix some minor issues.

A few days ago, Valve released an update to TF2. The inventory was changed to accomadate upcomming changes. With out mentioning what those changes may be, much speculation will be going in next content patch, aside from the Sniper update. What ever the new changes, we know that they involve hats.

Also by Valve, the content patch for Left 4 Dead has gone live. This includes two new vs maps, Death Toll and Dead Air. While these aren't new maps to the game, they are new to Versus mode and are a ton of fun. On the second map for Dead Air, hunters are given a spot for an automatic 25 point pounce (see attatchment)

Ubisoft recently announced that it's "Next Gen" MMO Shadowbane will be shut down come May 1st. Farewell Children of Aerynth.
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]]> Mdar https://www.graffes.com/forums/entry.php?151-A-big-week-in-gaming Left 4 Dead Survival mode explained https://www.graffes.com/forums/entry.php?149-Left-4-Dead-Survival-mode-explained Fri, 17 Apr 2009 06:07:12 GMT Just like with all things computer, I complain about the lack of something and shortly after I get what I want.

Valve has posted in it's L4D blog the details about it's upcomming Survival Mode addition to the game. This is in addition to unlocking two other campaigns for Versus play.


Quote Originally Posted by Blog Snippet
Survival Mode draws on the planning and communication aspects of a successful Finale or Crescendo event, while taking it to another level. It rapidly hits a fever pitch that only a well coordinated team will be able to successfully survive. Everything from simply covering a reviving teammate, to making every shot count to minimize reloads becomes crucial in Survival Mode.
Further discussion can be found in this thread ]]> Mdar https://www.graffes.com/forums/entry.php?149-Left-4-Dead-Survival-mode-explained <![CDATA[Crasher & The Tech Web]]> https://www.graffes.com/forums/entry.php?148-Crasher-amp-The-Tech-Web Wed, 15 Apr 2009 06:04:50 GMT
Quote Originally Posted by Poster Senzei
I just published my first story arc with the new mission architect. If anyone wants to give it a whirl, I'd be grateful for any feedback. If anyone else is making story arcs, post 'em in this thread and I'll be happy to try em out.

My Story Arc:
Crasher & The Tech Web
ID: 66240
Heroic, 5 missions. The first two are capped to level 20, but the other three should scale up to 50.
I gotta say, the ability to make missions for others to run through may get me to look into City of Heroes/Villians. Anyway, the link below goes to Senzei's thread in the General Gaming section of the forums.

http://www.graffe.com/forums/showthread.php?t=63465 ]]> Mdar https://www.graffes.com/forums/entry.php?148-Crasher-amp-The-Tech-Web TF2 Sniper update https://www.graffes.com/forums/entry.php?147-TF2-Sniper-update Wed, 15 Apr 2009 00:27:11 GMT On April 1st, Valve posted about "Jarate" as part of the sniper update. Being April fools I didn't pay too much mind to it. I went back today and on April 2nd, the following was posted

Quote Originally Posted by Valve
It's been a couple of weeks since we posted, so we thought it'd be good to do some housekeeping. The next class pack will focus on the Sniper. It's actually shaping up to be the largest TF2 update yet, with multiple new maps and a bunch of gameplay tweaks. In addition, we've got another update in the works that should be done before the Sniper, and that one will include some new content for all classes.
http://www.teamfortress.com/post.php?id=2394

Sniper being one of my default classes, I'm stoked about this. Maybe I'll be able to do some real Jarate soon!

Sadly, no new news on the L4D blog ]]> Mdar https://www.graffes.com/forums/entry.php?147-TF2-Sniper-update First Post https://www.graffes.com/forums/entry.php?145-First-Post Thu, 02 Apr 2009 16:40:00 GMT Testing to make sure everything works. Hello World. The people that can currently post to this blog are; Newpa Hasai, cilumbik, lunal, gentex, voca and myself. These wer all people that had posted in http://www.graffe.com/forums/blog.php?blogcategoryid=19 . When making a blog post, select... Testing to make sure everything works.

Hello World.

The people that can currently post to this blog are; Newpa Hasai, cilumbik, lunal, gentex, voca and myself. These wer all people that had posted in http://www.graffe.com/forums/blog.php?blogcategoryid=19 .

When making a blog post, select the "Graffe News" check box from the category box below the tag box.

If other posters would like to contribute, please PM me and I'll get you added to "The List" with in 24 hours. ]]> Mdar https://www.graffes.com/forums/entry.php?145-First-Post