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Deus Ex: Human Revolution - Ultimate Edition Updated

May 17, 2012 6:00 AM

Feral Interactive has announced the release of an update for Deus Ex: Human Revolution - Ultimate Edition. Version 1.0.1 fixes a few audio and video issues, in addition to improving support for third-party mice and trackpads.

The augmentation debate was fuelled earlier this week as David Sarif announced the latest update for Deus Ex: Human Revolution - Ultimate Edition, Picus TV reports.
Version 1.0.1 fixes an audio track issue that was affecting the final video of the game, an issue that was affecting the right-click function in some trackpads and a graphical error that occurred on some models in the AMD 4000 series of graphics cards. It also improves support for third-party mice and trackpads.
Whether you think updates allow games to fulfil their true potential or believe Sarif is playing God, you can download the update for free today. Mac App Store customers can update by opening the App Store and clicking on the �Updates� tab. Everyone else will be automatically prompted to update their copy of the game when they open the Deus Ex: Human Revolution - Ultimate Edition application.
Anyone unclear on the issues surrounding augmentation will find a visit the Deus Ex: Human Revolution - Ultimate Edition minisite informative.

To learn more about the update follow the link below.

Deus Ex Human Revolution Update
Feral Interactive
Deus Ex: Human Revolution - Ultimate Edition

insidemacgames.com | 17-May-2012 15:00

The Elder Scrolls Online Dominions Examined

May 17, 2012 6:00 AM

Game Informer recently released two faction profiles for the upcoming fantasy MMO, The Elder Scrolls Onilne. The profiles cover two of the three alliances: The Aldmeri Dominion and the Daggerfall Covenant.

During the second era, in a time before any previous Elder Scrolls game, the world of Tamriel descended into a four-way war. In an attempt to conquer the continent, the Imperials � natives to the province of Cyrodiil � made a deal with the Daedric prince Molag Bal. At the beginning of Elder Scrolls Online, players join one of three factions that not only oppose the Imperials and Molag Bal�s undead army, but will also battle one another for the imperial throne. Elder Scrolls Online features three different alliances. Three different philosophies. Three different ways to approach the game.

Read more at the page below.

Examiner.com: The Walking Dead Ep 1 Review
Telltale Games
The Walking Dead: Episode 1 - A New Day

insidemacgames.com | 16-May-2012 15:00

Wasteland 2 To Use Unity Engine

May 16, 2012 6:00 AM

In recent Twitter posts inXile Entertainment's Brian Fargo has announced that Wasteland 2 will be developed using the Unity game engine. A sequel to the classic post-apocalyptic RPG of the 80's, Wasteland 2 will be a top down, turn-based, tactical RPG that the developers promise will "stay true to its roots."

I can officially announce that we've chosen the Unity engine for Wasteland 2. It meets all the criteria we need. First screens looking good. Although we are using Unity this is not an in browser game but an executable file. It's hard to beat the crowd sourced community of Unity.

Learn more about the game at the site below.

Wasteland 2

insidemacgames.com | 16-May-2012 15:00

Diablo III Released

May 15, 2012 6:00 AM

Today is the launch date for Blizzard Entertainment's highly anticipated action RPG sequel, Diablo III. The game returns players once again to the war scarred world of Sanctuary, where they will uncover the darks secrets of a fallen star and fight against a demonic invasion.

In Diablo III, players take on the role of one of five heroic characters -- barbarian, witch doctor, wizard, monk, or demon hunter -- and engage in pulse-pounding combat with endless legions of evil. As they undertake an epic quest to rid Sanctuary from the corrupting forces of the Burning Hells, players will explore diverse and perilous settings, grow in experience and ability, acquire artifacts of incredible power, and meet key characters who�ll join them in battle or aid them in other ways.
Diablo III was built from the ground up to leverage the full functionality of the Battle.net platform, which delivers powerful matchmaking and communication tools, allowing adventurers to seamlessly join forces for exciting cooperative play. Battle.net also provides a secure infrastructure for the Diablo III auction house, a feature-rich marketplace that Sanctuary�s heroes can use to trade their hard-earned treasures. Players will be able to buy and sell weapons, armor, and other valuable items in the auction house in exchange for in-game gold. Players will also have the option to receive real-world currency for auction house sales, which they can apply to their Battle.net Balance for the purchase of a variety of digital products through Battle.net, including Diablo III auction house items, or cash out through a third-party payment service such as PayPal� in most regions.

Diablo III is available today for a suggested price of $59.99 USD.

Blizzard Entertainment
Diablo III

insidemacgames.com | 15-May-2012 15:00

Xenonauts Coming To Mac

May 15, 2012 6:00 AM

Having recently reached and exceeded its Kickstarter funding goal for Xenonauts, Goldhawk Interactive has announced that a Mac version of the strategy title will be released. Described as a spirtual successor to the X-Com series, the game will challenge players to fend off alien invasion. To succeed they must build bases, recruit soldiers, research new technology, and face off against alien invaders in the sky and on the ground.

Xenonauts is a spiritual successor to the classic X-Com strategy games. We are aiming to take the original mechanics and update them for the modern age, making them easier to use and more in-depth without changing the fundamentals. All the classic features are present and accounted for � things like turn-based combat, destructible environments, soldier permadeath and large squad sizes (you�ll need them)!
Strategic Map: Take command of Earth's defense on the strategic map, building and managing bases across the globe. Deploy your interceptor aircraft to track and engage the alien craft as they appear, and research captured alien artifacts to unlock new battlefield technology and reveal the secrets of the alien menace!
Aerial Combat Battle alien craft in fast paced pausable real-time air combat, with squadrons of up to three combatants on each side. With numerous different interceptors and over a dozen alien UFO types to battle, the air combat is a major addition to the old X-Com formula!
Ground Combat: Control Xenonaut strike teams on ground missions in old-school turn-based combat! Arm your soldiers with a variety of weapons and tackle numerous types of aliens on the battlefield, each with unique abilities and posing a different challenge. Your troops are persistent and level up with time, assuming they live that long - the aliens are dangerous enemies and casualties are frequent! Build new weapons and equipment to use on the battlefield!

Learn more about the game at the site below.

Xenonauts

insidemacgames.com | 15-May-2012 15:00

New Yankee In King Arthur's Court Now At MGS

May 15, 2012 6:00 AM

Alawar Entertainment's New Yankee in King Arthur's Court is now available for download and purchase at Macgamestore.com. The kingdom simulation sends players back to the time of King Arthur where they must find the Fountain of Youth by gathering resources, building settlements, and fighting off goblins and skeletons.

When a bolt of lightning sends you back to the days of King Arthur, you trade in your farmer's hat for a suit of armor and set off on a journey to find the Fountain of Youth - or at least make it back to the present by supper! To complete your mission, you'll need to gather resources, build thriving settlements and fight off goblins and skeletons! New Yankee in King Arthur's Court combines nail-biting time management thrills with the ease-of-play casual gamers enjoy. Are you ready to begin your quest?
Features:
40 levels
Eight buildings
Four locations
Six spells
Tutorial

New Yankee in King Arthur's Court requires an Intel Mac running Mac OS X 10.5 or later and is available now for $6.99 (USD).

New Yankee In King Arthur's Court

insidemacgames.com | 15-May-2012 15:00

Pre-Order The Journey Down At Macgamestore

May 15, 2012 6:00 AM

The Journey Down from SkyGoblin will join Macgamestore.com's list of game titles on May 18. Currently available for pre-order, the point-and-click adventure follows the exploits of Bwana and Kito as they work to uncover the fate of their long lost father.

In a shady corner of Kingsport Bay, at the outskirts of St Armando, Bwana and his trusted sidekick Kito struggle to make ends meet at their run-down gas station. Little do they know that they are about to be thrown into a spine-tingling adventure that will take them far from home and right into a twisting plot of corruption and danger.
In the first chapter of The Journey Down, the search for a lost journal leads to forgotten secrets of the mysterious Underland. Follow Bwana and Kito as they puzzle their way forward and begin to uncover the true fate of their long lost father, Captain Kaonandodo.
The Journey Down is a classic point-and-click saga

The Journey Down can be pre-ordered now for $13.99 (USD).

The Journey Down

insidemacgames.com | 15-May-2012 15:00

Gabriel Knight Creator To Release Two New Adventure Titles

May 14, 2012 6:00 AM

Jane Jensen's Pinkerton Road Studio recently reached its Kickstarter funding target for two new adventure games. The first title, Moebius, will be a 3rd person point-and-click adventure game featuring two difficulty modes and a variety of puzzles to solve. The second title has not yet been revealed. If the games are successful Jensen hopes to revive the Gabriel Knight series, which she created, designed, and directed.

Moebius Story: Malachi Rector is an antiquities dealer who hunts down artifacts all over the world. After his upscale Manhattan store is destroyed in a fire, he's hired by billionaire Amble Dexter to investigate a series of events and document them in his meticulous way.
The first event is the death of a young woman in Venice. She was found hanging from a bridge. As Rector investigates her life, compiling facts for his dossier, he realizes that the beautiful and talented young woman -- and the interrupted path of her life -- had great hidden significance. It appears that Amble Dexter and his associates are playing with the fabric of life in a way Rector never imagined was possible. Even he, Rector himself, is part of a larger pattern. He must figure out who is doing what, and whether their intentions are for good or ill, before he can decide if he will play his pre-scripted role -- or try to change the outcome. This is a metaphysical thriller ala Dante�s Equation and Gabriel Knight.
Art Style & Mechanic: 2D, graphic novel look and feel (like an updated GK1). It will be a 3rd person adventure game with a point-and-click mechanic and lots of sophisticated puzzles. It will have two modes: Casual Mode (with hints, a hotspot finder and a simplified interface) and True Adventure (more challenging -- like the Gabriel Knight games).
Size: Moebius will be about the size of GK1 � 50 rooms with 10-20 hours of gameplay (depending on your level and gameplay mode).

Read more at the page below.

Moebius Kickstarter

insidemacgames.com | 14-May-2012 15:00

Diablo III: Starter Edition, Character Profiles, New Trailer

May 14, 2012 6:00 AM

Blizzard Entertainment continues to fan the flames of fan anticipation with more information about Diablo III, the action RPG sequel scheduled to arrive tomorrow. The latest updates include information about a new character profile feature planned for the game's website, a gameplay trailer, and the unveiling of a Starter Edition offering a free limited version of the game.

Character Profiles:
Shortly after the launch of Diablo III, we�ll be adding a new feature to our official site. Profiles will let you review all of your character information at a glance, share it with others, and check out the accomplishments of the other heroes out there.
You�ll be able to look at your heroes (or your friends� heroes) from any page on the Diablo III site through our personalized menu. If you�re curious about the exploits of your fellow forum posters, it�ll be a simple matter to click over to their profiles and feel envious of their gear or how long they�ve managed to keep their Hardcore characters alive.
Diablo III Starter Edition:
The Starter Edition provides players the ability to try out a limited version of Diablo III. Guest Pass keys allow a player to give friends the opportunity to play the Starter Edition of Diablo III. Guest Pass keys are included in all box copies of Diablo III.
Players on Starter Edition game licenses have the following restrictions:
Act I up to the Skeleton King is available
Level 13 cap
Matchmaking available only with other Starter Edition players
No Real Money Auction House access

Check out the links below for more information.

Diablo III: Character Profiles
Diablo III: Starter Edition
'What Is Diablo III?' Trailer
Blizzard Entertainment
Diablo III

insidemacgames.com | 14-May-2012 15:00

Syder Arcade Blasts Onto Macgamestore

May 14, 2012 6:00 AM

Studio Evil's Syder Arcade has joined a growing list of titles available for download and purchase from Macgamestore.com. The side scrolling shooter drops players behind the controls of a spaceship and challenges them to defend the colony of Miza from alien attack. The game features six campaign levels, four difficulty levels, and three unique starships with different weapons.

Syder Arcade is a side scroller shoot 'em up set in a future not far away: the player is called to choose his spaceship and defend the human colony of Miza from an alien threat. Stunning 3D graphics and an electronic soundtrack carry the gamer into six different story levels, through the adventure for saving his planet. The quest can be played in four difficulty levels, trying all the different vintage mods inspired by the arcade gaming era.
Studio Evil first game is born from the team's gaming roots and is designed to provide intense bursts of furious arcade action, rewarding player skill and lightning reflexes, just like the old times.
Features:
Stunning 3D realtime graphics
6 ultra challenging campaign levels
1 survival mode level
3 different starships with different weapons
4 Difficulty levels, from easy to impossible!
Huge capital ships! Protect Green Ray support ship, support Orinoco cruiser and fight against giant enemies
Online High Scores
20 different retro graphic flavours. Choose among C64, ZX Spectrum, Amiga HAM and many others and dip into a full old school experience

Syder Arcade requires Mac OS X 10.6 or later and is available now for $7.99 (USD).

Syder Arcade

insidemacgames.com | 14-May-2012 15:00

EVE Online Inferno Coming May 22

May 14, 2012 6:00 AM

CCP Games recently announced that the 17th expanions for its sci-fi MMO EVE Online will be released May 22. Inferno "aims to shake up all levels of warfare in the over 7,500 solar systems in EVE's massive universe. Overhauls of major war-related game systems will affect player-driven conflict and the first set of many new ship modules to come promise to alter tactics at the most visceral levels."

Inferno, the 17th free expansion to EVE Online, sounds the clarion call to war. Inferno invites new players with a lower barrier to entry, empowers veterans with more control over their wars, and entices combatants of all types with advanced new weaponry. Inferno then wraps it all in upgraded graphics, creating a visually stunning experience unlike any other online game. Enter the fray� and set the universe on fire

Learn more about the expansion at the new website page linked below.

EVE Online Inferno
CCP Games
TransGaming
EVE Online

insidemacgames.com | 14-May-2012 15:00

Heroes Of Newerth: Mid Wars Released Today

May 11, 2012 6:00 AM

Today is the release date for S2 Games Mid Wars, a new game mode for its multiplayer action RPG, Heroes of Newerth. Based on a popular custom game mode, Mid Wars is designed to give players a high action, low stress experience on a new map.

For those unfamiliar with this new game mode, allow us to explain. Historically speaking, the Mid Wars movement began with players hosting games of HoN on the Forests of Caldavar using only the middle lane (with the top and bottom lanes ignored) and all the action centralized at the middle of the map. What made Mid Wars such a compelling experience was that respawn times were turned off, meaning that once a player died, he or she was almost immediately thrust back into the action and lived to battle it out in teamfight, after teamfight. The result was high action, low stress gameplay that we aimed to capture and expand upon throughout the Mid Wars development process.
This excellent community-created idea was just dying to be made official with a standard rule-set, its very own Matchmaking system, and a change of pace from the normal HoN experience that people have enjoyed since HoN was released two years ago. Consider Mid Wars as a reprieve from the intensity that can arise from playing Forests of Caldavar time and time again or as a low pressure game mode designed to encourage you to try out new heroes you may be unfamiliar with. We have worked with the community to capture what made playing "All Mid" great and fun while taking it to the next level with creative and intelligent design decisions that improve on the current model.

Check out a trailer and developer blogs about Mid Wars at the links below.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0D7Za6K95kI&feature=youtu.be

http://heroesofnewerth.com/midwars

Heroes Of Newerth: Mid Wars
Mid Wars Trailer
S2Games
Heroes Of Newerth

insidemacgames.com | 11-May-2012 15:00

The Darkness II Now At Macgamestore

May 11, 2012 6:00 AM

2K Games' The Darkness II is now available for purchase from Macgamestore.com. The first person shooter draws on the horror genre to add chills to the tried and true action formula. The game is inspired by the comic book series from Top Cow Productions, putting players in the role of Jackie Estacado, a man who must come to grips with his destructive powers to stay alive.

The Darkness II continues the story of Jackie Estacado, head of a New York crime family and wielder of an ancient and brutal force of chaos and destruction known as the Darkness. Introducing unique Quad-Wielding� combat and four-person cooperative gameplay distinct from the first-person campaign, The Darkness II breaks the mold of traditional first-person shooter titles.
Key Features:
4-Player Co-op Campaign - Play as one of four unique characters each capable of wielding weapons infused with Darkness powers.
Quad-Wielding Chaos - Slash, grab, and throw objects and enemies with the Demon Arms while simultaneously firing two weapons, adding a new dimension to the FPS category.
Harness an Unstoppable Power - Master the Demon Arms and summon the powers of The Darkness for even more explosive gameplay.
Kill the Lights - The vicious powers of The Darkness manifest only in the shadows so use the environment to your advantage and watch out for enemies who will use light as a weapon.
Intense and Personal Journey - Experience a dark, twisted and gripping story written exclusively for the game by acclaimed comic book author Paul Jenkins whose credits also include The Incredible Hulk, Wolverine, and the original The Darkness game.
Distinctive Graphic-Noir Style - Graphic novel shading and color combined with the dramatic lighting of film noir pays tribute to the source material and brings the pages of the comic series to life. Inspired by the popular comic book series created by Top Cow.
Requirements:
Mac OS X 10.6.8 (Snow Leopard) / Mac OS X 10.7.2 (Lion) or higher
Intel Core 2 Duo or better
2 GB or higher RAM
At least 10 GB of free hard drive space is required
AMD HD2600 / Nvidia 9600GT graphics card with at least 256 MB VRAM or higher
Keyboard and mouse

Learn more about the game at the links below.

TransGaming
The Darkness II

insidemacgames.com | 11-May-2012 15:00

The Sims 3 Diesel Stuff Pack Debuts This Summer

May 11, 2012 6:00 AM

Electronic Arts' and Diesel have announced a collaboration between The Sims franchise and the apparel and lifestyle design company. The partnership will take the form of The Sims 3: Diesel Stuff Pack, a new addition to the game which will feature clothing and furniture from Diesel�s 2012 Spring/Summer collection.

�We always look to create content in stuff packs for The Sims that give our players cool items that play into their inherent creativity and give them new tools to play with life,� said Jennifer Lane, Producer within The Sims Studio. �Diesel�s brand of rock-and-roll meets refined denim fashion style speaks to our fans� love of clothing and home furnishings. What is particularly exciting is you can see the latest fashions in the Diesel stores, wear them in real life and bring them into the virtual world of The Sims to enrich your Sims� lives and modernize their neighborhood.�
In The Sims 3 Diesel Stuff Pack, players will have access to Diesel and their younger lifestyle brand 55DSL�s apparel for men and women as well as Diesel�s home furnishings so anyone can recreate the hottest looks and decorate their Sims� homes with the distinctive furniture that makes Diesel one of the most popular lifestyle brands in the world.
Dress to impress! The Sims 3 Diesel Stuff Pack includes over three dozen clothing items like dresses, jackets and the brand�s iconic denim collection that allows Sims to be who they want to be whether they are cool, chic, modern or casual. Complete the look at home and give the Sims a fabulous lifestyle with over a dozen objects including coffee tables, a bed and a sofa from Diesel home collection. Appealing to fans of Diesel and 55DSL clothing, many of the items found in-game are also available as real life items in Diesel stores and diesel.com. Launching later this summer, the pack will be available for purchase in stores worldwide and will also be available for purchase online through Origin.com.

Head over to the links below to learn more

Electronic Arts
TransGaming
The Sims 3
The Sims 3: Diesel Stuff Pack

insidemacgames.com | 11-May-2012 15:00

Stronghold 3: Gold Edition To Be Released May 25

May 11, 2012 6:00 AM

Firefly Studios has announced that Stronghold 3: Gold Edition will be released on May 25 for Mac and Windows PCs. The new edition bundles the latest version of Stronghold 3 with a new �Blackstaff� single player campaign. Stronghold 3: Gold Edition will also unlock all 12 historical sieges, previously only available through special editions of the game.

Stronghold 3: Gold Edition mixes fast-paced real-time strategy, village sim gameplay and dramatic castle sieges with hundreds of enemies on screen at once. A keep full of fantastic features includes realistic physics, intricate castle and village design, story-driven gameplay and multiplayer combat. The new Gold Edition features all the extra content and tweaks added to Stronghold 3 since release. This includes 3 core campaigns (including the new Blackstaff Campaign), 4 multiplayer modes (including the new Coronation mode), a free build sandbox mode and 12 historical sieges.

Set during the events of Stronghold 3�s military campaign, Blackstaff is an all-new single player campaign, following Thomas Blackstaff as he hunts down the three escaped sons of The Rat.� Your journey will take you across the sea to your former home on Greyshore Island and pit you against the evil Brotherhood, who in your youth forced you into exile.

More information about Stronghold 3 can be found at the sites linked below.

Stronghold 3: Gold Edition

insidemacgames.com | 11-May-2012 15:00

Tomb Raider: Underworld Coming To Macs May 31st

May 10, 2012 6:00 AM

Feral Interactive has today announced that Tomb Raider: Underworld will be released for the Mac on Thursday, May 31st. Developed by Crystal Dynamics and Nixxes for Windows, and originally published by Eidos Interactive, Tomb Raider: Underworld comes to the Mac for the first time under the Feral Legends label.

�Tomb Raider: Underworld is a great addition to the Feral Legends label� said David Stephen, Managing Director of Feral Interactive. �We are delighted to see Lara getting a grip on the Mac.�
When Lara Croft uncovers proof that the Norse Underworld is real, she realizes that it contains the answer to a mystery from her own past, a prize worth more than any treasure in the world. She embarks on a quest to find it, and in doing do risks unleashing a force that could lay waste to all civilization.
As Lara, players will experience an astonishing level of physical interaction with a beautiful, unpredictable and treacherous world. From the crystalline waters of coastal Thailand to the rain-lashed jungles of Mexico and on to mysterious sunken edifices deep beneath the Arctic sea, Lara won�t stop until she knows the truth.
With over a thousand motion-captured moves at her disposal, Lara responds deftly to her environment by free-climbing, wall-jumping and using found objects to create new paths. Each level is an epic multi-stage puzzle which players will need to use all their cunning - and Lara�s athletic abilities - to solve.
A platforming game of unparalleled sophistication, Tomb Raider: Underworld gives players control over everything from Lara�s outfits to whether she brandishes lethal weapons or tranquilizers. Lara can now use her grapple to abseil and manipulate vast mechanical devices, while the treasures of the Underworld give her superhuman strength and the power to lay the undead to rest.
Minimum system requirements (subject to change):
1.8GHz Intel Mac
3.0GB RAM
Mac OS 10.6.8 or later
128MB or better graphics card
The following cards are NOT supported:
ATI X1xxx series
NVIDIA 7xxx series
Intel GMA series
The Intel GMA HD3000 is only supported using Mac OS X 10.7.3 Lion

Tomb Raider: Underworld for the Mac will retail in North America for US $24.99, �17.49 (inc. VAT) in the UK and �19.99 (inc. VAT) throughout Europe. When released, it will be available online for direct download from a variety of digital partner sites worldwide.

Feral Interactive

insidemacgames.com | 10-May-2012 15:00

Wolfenstein 3D Celebration Begins

May 10, 2012 6:00 AM

In celebration of the recent 20th anniversary of the classic Wolfenstein 3D first person shooter from id Software, Bethesda has revealed some new content related to the game. The celebratory goodies include a Wolfenstein 3D director's commentary video from John Carmack, Wolfenstein 3D Classic Platinum available free for iOS devices for a limited time, and a free browser based version of the shooter.

This past Saturday marked the 20th anniversary of id Software�s legendary FPS game, Wolfenstein 3D. To commemorate the occasion, we�ve got a few treats so you can �Get Psyched!�.
At wolfenstein.bethsoft.com, you can relive all the glory of id�s seminal shooter with a free-to-play browser version of the game. And for limited time, iOS users can download Wolfenstein 3D Classic Platinum for free on iTunes.
For a retrospective on the game, Nick and I recently sat down with John Carmack for a director�s commentary track. Watch the video above, as he discusses his memories of the game while playing the original DOS release.

Head over to the blog post below to read more.

BethBlog: Happy 20th, Wolfenstein 3D
id Software

insidemacgames.com | 10-May-2012 15:00

M4 Tank Brigade Rolls Onto Macgamestore

May 10, 2012 6:00 AM

iEntertainment Network's M4 Tank Brigade is now available for purchase from Macgamestore.com. The World War II tank simulator is a new version of MicroProse Software's M1 Tank Platoon. It features 30 different vehicles, a full campaign mode, and the chance to battle against other players online.

M1 Tank Platoon was one of the very best games of MicroProse Software and sold over 3 million copies worldwide. Now the producer and director of the M1 Tank Platoon product, Wild Bill Stealey, Founder of MicroProse Software, is back with a new version of his famous M1 Tank Platoon game with a game for World War II, M4 Tank Brigade.
What made M1 Tank Platoon famous was its combination of strategy and tactics. Not only could player�s fight from individual armored vehicles but they could also be the Field General controlling all the vehicles in their Brigade using the Combat Tactical Map to accomplish Strategic Battle Missions.
The new Enhanced Graphics (EG) system gives players fast combat armored battles across the embattled Battle Spaces of World War II with a brand a new polygon display system, including more detail in the tanks, the terrains, and brand new enhanced special effects. New sounds, new tracers, and new explosions greatly enhance the M4 Tank Brigade, EG experience! Players can also command Artillery and Air Power attacks from aircraft on your side on the enemy! But the enemy can do that to the player too!
M4 Tank Brigade promises to become the standard in World War II tank games with explosive gameplay, unparalleled realism, and beautifully rendered, historically accurate terrains. Choose to battle with 30 different World War II combat vehicles, including Shermans, Pershings, and the intimidating Panzer Tiger tanks!
M4 Tank Brigade brings a full Campaign mode where players start in early World War II tanks and progress through the years of 1939 to 1945 getting better and more deadly tanks as the war goes on. Players can play from either the Axis or Allied sides.
M4 Tank Brigade does not end here though. Players can enter iEntertainment Network�s acclaimed Massively Multiplayer Online network, providing countless hours of intense battle and endless fun battling it out with other �online soldiers� from around the globe. Players can access the FREE Massively Multiplayer version, M4 Tank Brigade Online, from their single player game or from the www.M4TankBrigade.com website. This Online FREE play is always available for purchasers of M4 Tank Brigade!
Features:
Follow on to the World Famous �M1 Tank Platoon� from MicroProse Software The fun and excitement of the original M1 Tank Platoon is back from IENT CEO Wild Bill Stealey who was the person who thought up the original M1 concept, acted as the game producer, and acted as the head tester for the original M1 Tank Platoon when he was Founder and CEO of MicroProse Software.
Proven Track Record. M4 Tank Brigade, the WWII ground simulation is built upon the framework of the widely popular gaming system and concepts of the WarBirds TotalSims series of military games, deemed the �top of the online flight-simming pyramid�1 and several time winner of �simulation of the year� awards.
Campaign and Single-player options. The new �ease of use� interface will have the players immersed in the exciting single player action in no time! Players get dozens of missions and campaigns, including Training and Practice, Instant Action, and an integrated Campaign � these missions provide explosive, action-packed gameplay that will transform a novice pilot into the most feared Tank Commander of the Great War!
Multiple Skill Levels for Beginners to Experts. Enjoy M4 Tank Brigade as an arcade game or as a simulation. The arcade level is Tanker, which has an outside third person view, a gunsight that can be used outside, auto targeting, and auto drive features so even the most raw recruit can find the battle to engage the enemy! The player moves on to Gunnery Sergeant, Tank Commander, and then Platoon Leader. Each level moves the player more and more to the ultimate simulation of real tank combat during World War II.
New Player Support. M4 Tank Brigade delivers exciting and helpful options to make driving and gunning a breeze for new players. All the commands and keyboard keys will be available while the game is playing with easy access.
New Role-playing Reward System. M4 Tank Brigade introduces its new role-playing reward system that invites players to become immersed in their personas by allowing them to grow in rank and medals as they successfully complete missions.
Historical Accuracy and Remarkable Detail. M4 Tank Brigade dedicates itself entirely to the same remarkable historical accuracy and attention to detail that has made the WarBirds series one of the most visually impressive war sims ever.
A Wealth of Options. Players can choose from countless online scenarios, modes and options that gives M4 Tank Brigade a stunningly deep playing experience. Pick from over 15 historical ground vehicles and an array of WWII aircraft, each with its entirely unique combat characteristic and �personality,� making each game a new experience.
Online Play. Master the single player missions and training and you will be ready for the next step � battling other live players online! Play in the online arenas for Free and join the TotalSims community arenas where hundreds of players recreate the actual missions of World War II. The TotalSims online community has consistently been rated one of the best and most helpful to beginners, providing a perfect environment for non-experienced and veteran players alike.
Requirements:
Mac OS X 10.4.6 or later
Memory: 512 MB
Video Card that supports Hardware T&L and Shader 3 Graphics.
Internet Connection required for online play.

M4 Tank Brigade is available now for $29.95 (USD).

iEntertainment Network
M4 Tank Brigade

insidemacgames.com | 10-May-2012 15:00

Steven Peeler Discusses Drox Operative

May 10, 2012 6:00 AM

Random Tower of Games has posted a new interview with Soldak Entertainment's Steven Peeler about the company's upcoming starship action RPG, Drox Operative. The game will put players in the role of an elite starship captain and will feature warring alien races, fierce space battles, a dynamic and evolving galaxy, and co-op multiplayer.

4. Compared to your last game, Din's Curse, what kind of new features players could find?
The biggest new feature is basically all of the diplomacy with the races vying for control of your current sector of space. It�s up to you who to support, who to hinder, and how you will accomplish all of this. Just a reminder, it�s your goal to eventually be on the winning side. It gets tricky pretty fast though.
For example, the ship Cyano is terrorizing the star system that you are currently scouting.You believe that you could win the battle and the Cortex are offering a pretty hefty bounty for the destruction of Cyano. Do you destroy Cyano and collect on the bounty? In this case, the Cortex are the second most powerful race, they are well behind the Drakk empire, the Cortex and the Drakk are at war, and the Drakk don�t particular like you.
Yeah, it just got much more complex.
If you take the bounty, you will make the second most powerful race happier and more stable, but at the same time you will piss off the most powerful race. Do you take the quick cash and try to repair the relations hit later? Do you throw your full weight behind the Cortex and try to overthrow the Drakk? Or do you kiss up to the Drakk and let the Cortex handle their own problems? It�s completely up to you.

Read the full interview at the link below.

Random Tower Of Games: Drox Operative Interview
Soldak Entertainment
Drox Operative

insidemacgames.com | 10-May-2012 15:00

DLC Quest Now Available For OS X

May 10, 2012 6:00 AM

Going Loud Studios has announced the release of DLC Quest for OS X. Originally designed for Xbox 360, the game pokes fun at the proliferation of downloadable content for games while offering a quest to "defeat the bad guy, save the world and get the girl!" DLC Quest was the winner of Official Xbox Magazine's Xbox Indie Game of the Year 2011 and a finalist for Best Indie Game at the 2012 Canadian Videogame Awards.

"It's great to be able to bring DLC Quest to a portal that's so convenient for Mac gamers," says Ben Kane, the lone developer of Going Loud Studios. "It's been a long trip from Xbox to OSX, but Mac gamers are a passionate and vocal bunch. More than happy to give in to the demands for a port!"
What happens when DLC practices go too far? An indie developer makes a game that mocks the industry and its foibles, that's what! Defeat the bad guy, save the world and get the girl! But first you'll need to find coins to buy DLC to enable animation, sound and even pausing.
Thankfully this is just satire and all the DLC is purchased with in-game coins. But consider it a cautionary tale for the future...
Features:
Platforming action! Coins to collect, a princess to save, a bad guy to defeat. You like that stuff, right?
16 different DLC packs, each providing quiet introspection on the state of the gaming industry
10 awardments to earn and make you feel reasonably satisfied with yourself

Check out the link below for more information.

DLC Quest

insidemacgames.com | 10-May-2012 15:00

Space Quest Creators Reveal Kickstarter Project

May 9, 2012 6:00 AM

Two Guys From Andromeda has announced the beginning of a new Kickstarter campaign to raise $500,000 for Two Guys SpaceVenture, a new sci-fi adventure game. The game will be developed by Scott Murphy and Mark Crowe, creators of the classic Space Quest series, and will feature the trademark game elements of the team's previous efforts.

Hey there, Classic Adventure Gaming fans as well as those relatively new to our worlds. Scott Murphy and Mark Crowe, aka �The Two Guys from Andromeda�, are back together. No, your optic orbs have not been on a bender. You read correctly. After a very brief 20+ year hiatus, we have joined forces once again and are tooling-up to bring you a new Space Adventure, or SpaceVenture�, if you will.
We fully intend to bring back every element that you guys loved from our original games! You�ve been very clear and concise as to what you enjoyed from our previous efforts. Here�s a short list of things you can expect if our project gets funded:
A Sci-fi adventure from Scott Murphy and Mark Crowe working happily together as a team once again.
Hilarious death sequences
Tons of the fresh (and moldy) pop-culture references
Fun and unique humor
Art design and direction by Mark
Dialog that will make you blow nostril Tang, written by Scott along with Mark
Narration of all this by Gary Owens and the voice acting of other characters by the above mentioned quality industry voice talent
Game music that will hopefully give you chills and wedge in your main orb for the rest of your natural Earth life and make you wish you lived inside your computer!
A game that you will feel comfortable playing with your children, but with some entertainment that will safely appeal only to the adult psyche
Yes, we know, they all say that, but WE really mean it! Fresh from the Sarcasm Cluster and the Hyperbole Nebula, this is the first Kickstarter effort by the Two Guys From Andromeda. We're here to tell you THIS is huge to us.
We really are going to do things differently than some of the other campaigns you may have seen, even though we love those people, so don't take that in a mean spirited manner. We know you guys are aching for something truly special, so we've been butting heads in the Andromedan luxury bunker to come up with a way you guys can feel extra, extra special while we empty your bank accounts for our own devious, suspect ends: You are going to get something fun to play throughout our Kickstarter campaign! Yeah, you read that right!
Here is what we�re talking about:
Every time we reach another $100,000 milestone, we�ll release another enhanced demo version for you to play.
The playable demos will be the direct ideas of Scott and Mark. (Who else?)
We will take your feedback to improve the demos for each milestone.
The demos will be written in HTML5, a programming language that will make the games compatible with most browsers and smart phones right out of the gate!

Follow the link below to read more about the project which, if funded, will be available for a variety of platforms including Mac.

Kickstarter: Two Guys SpaceVenture
Two Guys From Andromeda

insidemacgames.com | 09-May-2012 15:00

Portal 2: Perpetual Testing Initiative Now Available

May 9, 2012 6:00 AM

Valve has announced the release of Portal 2: Perpetual Testing Initiative. The free DLC add-on features an easy-to-use in-game map editor that gives users the chance to design, build, and share their own single-player and co-op test chambers with the community.

Available now for PC and Mac, The "Perpetual Testing Initiative" allows players to easily create, share, and play Portal 2 puzzles. The Initiative comes with a simplified Puzzle Maker that allows that creation of mind-bending puzzles without ever leaving the game.

The Puzzle Maker can directly publish maps to the Steam Workshop where users can browse, vote on, and select to play them. Selected puzzles will automatically be downloaded and installed inside Portal 2.

Learn more at the link below.

Valve Software
Portal 2

insidemacgames.com | 09-May-2012 15:00

IMG Reviews The Walking Dead Episode One

May 9, 2012 6:00 AM

Inside Mac Games has posted a new review of The Walking Dead: Episode One from Telltale Games. The game adaptation of Robert Kirkman's graphic novel series is a five part episodic adventure horror game that will follow the struggles of survivors attempting to live in a world filled with undead.

Here's an excerpt:

If you're expecting the likes of Left 4 Dead then TWD is not for you. While there are a number of panicky, intense and gruesome action sequences, the focus of the game is character drama and interaction, along with small doses of puzzles and exploring. It plays out like an interactive graphic novel more than anything else, which is either a good or bad thing depending on what you expect. This allows it to feel grounded and weighty and take a more deliberate pacing, though at the cost of any deep gameplay. There's simply not that much to do in the game other than talk to people, solve a few short puzzles and madly scramble away from or fight against the undead. Personally, I didn't mind this and found myself immersed and thoroughly entertained every step of my two hour journey through episode one. But those looking for a more traditional point and click adventure experience may be disappointed in the lack of exploration and puzzle solving, which is minimal.

Check it out at the link below.

IMG Review: The Walking Dead Episode One
Telltale Games
The Walking Dead

insidemacgames.com | 09-May-2012 15:00

Nancy Drew: Tomb Of The Lost Queen Released

May 9, 2012 6:00 AM

Her Interactive recently announced the launch of the latest edition of its Nancy Drew series with Nancy Drew: Tomb of the Lost Queen. In the all-new adventure the sleuth must uncover the truth about a series of accidents at an archaeological dig. The game features a new interface, enhanced graphics, and two difficulty levels.

"Nancy Drew: Tomb of the Lost Queen is sure to satisfy our core fans with tons of puzzles, unique challenges and a well crafted mystery in the exotic setting of Egypt," stated Stuart Moulder, CEO, Her Interactive. "For the first time in five years, we have updated the user interface for our line of Nancy Drew mystery/adventure games and the results are stunning. The updated user interface combined with the enhanced graphics has resulted in our most visually appealing game to date.�
"Nancy Drew: Tomb of the Lost Queen is an artful blend of Egyptology, mysterious secrets, captivating storytelling and a surprise ending," said Megan Gaiser, chief creative strategy officer (CCSO), Her Interactive. "We are confident that this latest installment in our award-winning adventure series will capture the interest of our longtime fans as well as new fans who appreciate a great game when they see it."
Enter the Cursed Tomb of the Lost Queen! Egyptologists and archaeologists are abuzz about recent discoveries by a university dig team, but suspicious accidents left the group isolated and leaderless. Is a curse burying their progress or is someone sabotaging their success? Find out as you assume the role of Nancy Drew and uncover the lost secrets buried within the Tomb of the Lost Queen!
If you take a risk that ends badly, don't worry; you won't have to start over. The game will automatically return players to the point before the fatal mistake. Nancy Drew: Tomb of the Lost Queen also features two difficulty settings, Amateur Sleuth and Master Sleuth, to allow players of all skill levels to solve and enjoy the mystery.
Key features include:
Translate Hieroglyphs: Decipher ancient clues and warnings
Uncover Hidden Chambers: Reassemble artifacts and solve ancient puzzles
Discover Egyptology: Play games and learn about early Egyptian life as you explore
Carefully Choose Your Words: How you ask questions may uncover surprising answers
Sleuth with an All-New Interface: Review important goals and notes in seconds
Select Difficulty Levels: Play at Amateur or Master Sleuth level
Enjoy Enhanced Graphics: Immerse yourself in the most richly detailed and beautiful Nancy Drew mystery ever
Requirements:
Intel Mac
Mac OS X 10.5.8 or later
Intel GMA X3000, ATI X1600, NVIDIA 7300 graphics card or better

Nancy Drew: Tomb of the Lost Queen is available now for $19.95 (USD).

Her Interactive
Nancy Drew: Tomb Of The Lost Queen

insidemacgames.com | 09-May-2012 15:00

Diablo III Launch Day Preparation Guide

May 8, 2012 6:00 AM

In prepration for the release of the much anticipated action RPG sequel, Diablo III, Blizzard Entertainment has posted a new Launch Day Preparation guide. The guide includes information about launch dates, presale downloads, and early installation.

Regional Launch Times
As previously mentioned in the announcement of our midnight launch events, the launch time of the game is broken down by region.
The Americas (U.S., Canada, Latin America, Australia, New Zealand, and South East Asia) servers open at: 12:01 a.m. PDT, May 15
Digital Presale Download
If you�ve purchased a digital copy you can begin downloading your client right now, and we highly encourage you to do so. We also have a Diablo III presale visual guide available that may be helpful. As it may take you some time to download the full game, it�s best that you begin early. This may afford you additional time to troubleshoot any downloader or installer issues you may encounter.
Early Install
We will be unlocking the game's installer at 8:01 a.m. PDT on May 14. This will allow you to begin installing the game, troubleshoot any issues you run into, download and install the launch day 1.0.1 patch, and be ready to play as soon as the servers come online.
Global Play Launch Time
We�ll be turning on Global Play when the game has launched in all regions. This means that you will not be able to play in a region outside your home region until after the Americas� midnight launch at 12:01 a.m. PDT on May 15. We�ll provide an update once Global Play is enabled, and you�ll then be able to change the region you connect to through the game�s options. Please note that characters, items, and friends lists do not transfer across regions and players who use Global Play to connect outside of their home region will only be able to access the gold-based auction house. More information can be found in our Global Play introduction article.
Launch Night Login
As we�ve unlocked the Diablo III installer early, many people will be ready to log in right when the servers go live at midnight, so we�re going to be closely monitoring the impact on the service. It�s possible we�ll need to adjust the rate at which we�re logging people in to ensure a stable experience, and if we do you may see a delay when attempting to login. Please be aware that a delay of up to 40 seconds is possible while the game attempts to connect you. If your connection doesn�t succeed in 40 seconds, you�ll be presented with an Error 37 message and asked to try again. If you see this error it does in fact mean that you should try again. We�ll be working around the clock to keep you informed of any issues that are occurring through the in-game breaking news window, as well as the official forums.

Read more at the page below.

Diablo III Launch Day Preparation Guide
Blizzard Entertainment
Diablo III

insidemacgames.com | 08-May-2012 15:00

Name The Weapons Of Krater And End Up In The Credits

May 8, 2012 6:00 AM

Fatshark has announced a new weapon naming promotion for its upcoming squad based RPG Krater. Participants will submit their best name ideas for three weapons, and the winners will see their weapons in the game and their own names featured in the game's credits.

The top down RPG takes place inside a giant impact crater where the inhabitants live on in the aftermath of a bomb. Krater will be available for Windows PCs on June 12, while a Mac version will be available in July.

�We have three weapons that have one thing in common, besides being badass, and that thing is that they don�t have a name. There was some bad communications between the weapon designers and the name creators. And then Gunnar came up with naming them The Gunnernator I, II and III � that gave us all brain freeze.� says Martin Wahlund, CEO and Executive Producer, Fatshark. �Please help us out with naming these three weapons � or they might just end up being the Gunnernators!�
�The three best names will end up in the game, which means that anyone picking up the game will be able to use the weapon you named. And better yet, you will be in the official game credits under �Senior Lead Weapon Name Creator Director� � or something shorter.� Says Victor Magnuson, Game Designer, Fatshark. �Now be creative and save us all from the Gunnernator!"
If you want to get your KRATER on, and save a few �whatever currency you have� while you�re at it, visit http://store.fatshark.se and pick up the game today and get instant access to the alpha build!

Follow the link below for more information.

Krater Name Our Weapons Promotion
Krater

insidemacgames.com | 08-May-2012 15:00

MacGameCasts 19 & 20 Released

May 8, 2012 6:00 AM

The MacGameCast podcast crew has recently released two new episodes. This time the episodes include an interview with Binary Helix's Linh Ngo about Dangerous, discussion of the latest titles, and commentary on unstable game releases.

What's in the latest episodes:

Episode 19
Jon and Ted have a guest! Linh Ngo of Binary Helix joins the show to discuss the development and release of their epic space indie game Dangerous. We also cover sandbox gameplay and how well choices are implemented in games in general. (Note - I apologize for my fuzzy mic this episode, won't happen again! - Jon.)
Episode 20
The MGC crew discuss all the latest releases such as Serious Sam 3, Botanicula, The Walking Dead, The Darkness 2 and Deus Ex Human Revolution. Then we tackle future titles such as The Bards Tale, and the newly announced Elder Scrolls MMO. Also, what's up with all the new games being buggy, crashy and causing kernel panics? Aspyr starts to host community multi-player events, Kickstarter has a ton of cool games, and can the crowd sourced method of funding remain sustainable?

Head over to the links below to listen to the latest from the podcast crew.

MacGameCast Episode 19
MacGameCast Episode 20
Dangerous

insidemacgames.com | 08-May-2012 15:00

Syder Arcade Now Available

May 8, 2012 6:00 AM

Studio Evil recently released Syder Arcade. The side scrolling shooter drops players behind the controls of a spaceship and challenges them to defend the colony of Miza from alien attack. The DRM free game features six campaign levels, four difficulty levels, and three unique starships with different weapons.

Description
Syder Arcade is a side scroller shoot 'em up set in a future not far away: the player is called to choose his spaceship and defend the human colony of Miza from an alien threat. Stunning 3D graphics and an electronic soundtrack carry the gamer into six different story levels, through the adventure for saving his planet. The quest can be played in four difficulty levels, trying all the different vintage mods inspired by the arcade gaming era.
Studio Evil first game is born from the team's gaming roots and is designed to provide intense bursts of furious arcade action, rewarding player skill and lightning refexes, just like the old times.
Features
Stunning 3D realtime graphics
6 ultra challenging campaing levels
1 survival mode level
3 different starships with different weapons
4 Difficulty levels, from easy to impossible!
Huge capital ships! Protect Green Ray support ship, support Orinoco cruiser and fight against giant enemies
Online High Scores
20 different retro graphic flavours. Choose among C64, ZX Spectrum, Amiga HAM and many others and dip into a full old school experience
DRM free

Syder Arcade is available now for $7.99.

Syder Arcade
Syder Arcade Trailer

insidemacgames.com | 08-May-2012 15:00

Developing A Visual Style For Deus Ex: Human Revolution

May 7, 2012 6:00 AM

The Critical Bit has posted a new interview with Deus Ex: Human Revolution art director Jonathan Jacques-Bellet�te. The artist discussed a variety of topics including developing a unique visual style for Human Revolution, some of the areas which didn't make the cut, and the importance of visual elements in telling a story.

Tell us about the importance of visual allegory and motifs in games. How do they affect the player�s perception of the world? How do they impact the narrative?
I believe these are some of the most important aspects of the production design of a video game. Sadly, my personal opinion is that very few game developers understand this. Visuals in a game should be as much about communicating as decorating (probably the former even more than the latter). The world we live in is a world of visual messages and constant visual communication. Our brains are constantly assessing and analyzing situations, people, and places, based on their respective visual stimuli. We do this at a conscious level, but even more so at an unconscious level.
Because of all this, I believe it�s imperative, through production design, to infuse a video game world with higher meanings and motifs in its foundational art direction. If done right, it creates a soul and a potent flavor for the game. When you Combine a highly crafted world with a passionate attention to detail and mise en sc�ne, the world suddenly starts living inside the player�s head, long after he turns off his console.
As far as their relationship to the narrative, I believe it�s a two way street. For example, in Deus Ex: Human Revolution, the concept of the Renaissance analogy, the Icarus myth, and all their related motifs and symbols first came from the production design side. But, they were fully embraced by the narrative designers who began juggling with all those variables as well. It ended up being a constant dialogue of ideas between the two departments, and they both highly influenced each other as to how they would treat those main ideas in their creations. Basically, it made the concepts even stronger!

Head over to the following website for more.

The Critical Bit: Deus Ex Art Interview
Feral Interactive
Deus Ex: Human Revolution - Ultimate Edition

insidemacgames.com | 07-May-2012 15:00

IMG Reviews LEGO Harry Potter: Years 5-7

May 7, 2012 6:00 AM

Inside Mac Games has posted a new review of Feral Interactive's LEGO Harry Potter: Years 5-7, the final installment in the series. The game gives players the chance to control Harry, Ron, Hermione, and over 150 other playable characters as they build Dumbledore's Army, hunt for Horcruxes, and prepare for the final battle with Lord Voldemort.

Here's an excerpt:

There's at least one area that LEGO games tend to consistently succeed at, and that's presentation. The cartoony cutscenes cleverly create comedy as they reinterpret scenes from the books, the scenery looks quite lush, you have plenty of variety in characters' looks to use (even if it's just a different outfit skin for the main characters), and there's a reasonable variety of interactive objects to throw around and destroy. The audio is also quite good, as is expected of any major title. There are plenty of songs from the movies throughout the game, a nice chunk of grunts and growls for the characters in cutscenes, and more than enough sounds of destruction to make blowing tables to pieces a satisfying experience.

Click over to the page below to read more.

IMG Review: LEGO Harry Potter Years 5-7
Feral Interactive
LEGO Harry Potter: Years 5-7

insidemacgames.com | 07-May-2012 15:00

IMG Reviews Botanicula

May 7, 2012 6:00 AM

Inside Mac Games has posted a new review of Amanita Design's latest point-and-click adventure, Botanicula. The game focuses on five unique characters on a mission to save the last seed of their home tree from infestation by evil parasites. To succeed players will have to rely on each of the five character's skills as they travel through the game's more than 150 locations.

Here's an excerpt:

Visually, Amanita Design has created a wondrous masterpiece. It's a striking look, a hand-drawn tapestry of insight into the most minute detail of nature and insects. It's an absolutely charming vision of a small, but seemingly secret world in which you can take your time to touch and feel every part of it. Each screen bursts with color, detail and subtlety. Take the time to explore and interact and you'll be rewarded.
The audio is just as the strong as the visuals. From the soft sounds of the tree and nature, to the clicks and scuttling of bugs and the squeals of glee or terror from the 5 friends, Botanicula immerses you into its small but amazing world. The soundtrack, composed by alternate Czech band DVA, is just as enchanting as everything else in this game.

Read the full review at the link listed below.

IMG Review: Botanicula
Amanita Design
Botanicula

insidemacgames.com | 07-May-2012 15:00

Feral Support Site Launched

May 7, 2012 6:00 AM

Feral Interactive has unveiled the release of a new support site for its catalog of game titles. The new site features gameplay hints, game guides, and detailed instructions on downloading and installing updates for Feral's various offerings.

Gather round, Feralites, for we have a story to tell.
In the beginning, there was the Feral Interactive website, and it was good.
Then lo, the webmaster created a "support" page, where Feralites could read Freqently Asked Questions about their games and download the latest updates.
But it was not enough.
For the webmaster had a dream, and that dream was that the support page would grow into a support site, with gameplay hints, fun and informative guides, and detailed instructions on how to download and install updates.
And the webmaster assembled before him a group of followers, and under his guidance they built the Feral Support Site.
Behold, the Feral Support Site!

Check out the new site at the page below.

Feral Interactive Support Site
Feral Interactive

insidemacgames.com | 07-May-2012 15:00

Dark Scavenger Released

May 4, 2012 6:00 AM

Psydra Games recently announced the release of Dark Scavenger. Described as an adventure game that combines strategic turn-based combat with unique point-and-click mechanics, the title puts players in the role of a space traveler stranded on a mysterious planet. The game features dark humor, a variety of unusual characters, and multiple approaches to each encounter.

Filling the role of a powerful space traveler, you find yourself stranded on a mysterious planet in the company of three eccentric, yet resourceful aliens. As you desperately seek a way to repair your ship, a massive conflict unfolds around you involving warring factions and a sinister force that threatens to destroy them all.
Will you adopt the problems of this world as your own or will you just save yourself?
Features:
Twisted dark humor and dozens of quirky characters!
Multiple ways to approach each new encounter ensures a different experience every playthrough.
Forge over one hundred weapons and items from loot discovered on your journey!
Epic boss battles and tons of secrets!

Dark Scavenger is available now for $9.99. Learn more at the page below.

Dark Scavenger

insidemacgames.com | 04-May-2012 15:00

The Bard's Tale On Its Way To OS X

May 4, 2012 6:00 AM

inXile Entertainment's Brian Fargo recently revealed in a Twitter post that the company will be bringing The Bard's Tale to OS X. This version of the title is the modern comic RPG, currently available for iOS in the App Store.

You are the Bard, a selfish rogue weary of pointless sub-quests and rat-infested cellars. Through magical song you summon characters to join you in battle, heal your party, and take damage on your behalf. Ready your weapon as you embark on a quest for coin and cleavage!
Prepare to immerse yourself in over 20-30 hours of adventure, featuring:
50 enemy types (not counting bosses!)
A vast world to explore with towns, wild forests, rivers, castles, towers, secret dungeons, snowy mountains, caverns, haunted tombs and more
A full cast of bizarre NPC�s
Over a dozen special boss enemies to defeat
16 magical characters to discover and then summon at will to aid you
Over 150 unique items of weaponry, armor, instruments, tokens, artifacts and loot!
More Song & Dance numbers than any other game, including a zombie dance-off!
Over 14 hours of outstanding voice-acting from top Hollywood talent, including Cary Elwes (The Princess Bride) as the Bard, and the inimitable Tony Jay as the Narrator

Learn more about The Bard's Tale at the links below.

The Bard's Tale

insidemacgames.com | 04-May-2012 15:00

Red Baron 2012 Flys Onto Macgamestore

May 4, 2012 6:00 AM

iEntertainment Network's Red Baron 2012 is now available for purchase from Macgamestore.com. The World War I aerial combat simulator features enhanced graphics, historical accuracy, and exciting gameplay for players of all skill levels.

Red Baron 2012, Enhanced Graphics (EG) gives players fast-flying combat aerial fights across the embattled skies of Europe during World War I with a brand new graphic system, with more polygons and more detail in the aircraft, the terrains, and all the special effects. New sounds, new tracers, new explosions greatly enhance the Red Baron 2012, EG experience!
World War I was the period in History when the aeroplane came of age. Two brothers from Dayton, Ohio, USA, invented the aeroplane in 1903. Eleven years later, the military had begun to purchase this new invention, primarily for observation purposes.
By 1916, the airplanes were being armed with more powerful and more deadly guns. What began as a gentlemen�s profession turned into a deadly aerial ballet. The pilots on the Allied side did not even wear parachutes. It was not considered manly and the commanders thought it would make pilots abandon their airplanes too early.
The biggest ace of the period was Baron Von Richthofen, �The RED BARON!� The Red Baron collected 80 kills during the war. Von Richthofen learned to fly in March 1915 and died in April 1918 in a battle with 8 Sopwith Camels.
World War I flying games have sold millions of units at retail. Two products alone have sold over 1 million units. Sierra Online launched the first game called Red Baron, which sold more than 700,000 units. MicroProse launched Knights of the Sky and sold over 300,000 units (this game was produced by IENT CEO, JW Wild Bill Stealey).
World War I flyers did not use missiles, radars, or battle from a distance. These pilots could look the enemy in the eye. These pilots also flew close to the ground and always had to be concerned about ground fire. Red Baron 2012 is a graphically excellent, historically correct, and exciting simulation game for arcade, realistic, and expert players.
Features:
Search for the Red Baron 2012! Get to be the best WW I Aviator in the World! Win the Title of WGFP! �World�s Greatest Fighter Pilot� of WW I.
Campaign Mission of WW I from 1914 to 1918. Thousands of randomized missions so no two missions ever the same!
Full set of Training and Practice and Instant Action Mission
Fly aircraft, airships, (Zeppelins), defend in anti-aircraft guns, drive trucks or armored vehicles to take enemy territory and accomplish your missions.
Real world topography of the area of Europe where WW I took place.
10 authentic WW I airplanes.
Authentic sounds and vintage photographs included in the game.
Ability to play MMOG online with hundreds of other live players around the world. Free 14 Day Online account on www.TotalSims.com.
Requirements:
Intel Mac
Mac OS X 10.4.6 or later
256 MB RAM
ATI Radeon 9800 equivalent or greater with 128 MB or higher video RAM.
High Speed Internet Connection required for Online play.

Red Baron 2012 is available now for $29.95 (USD).

Red Baron 2012

insidemacgames.com | 04-May-2012 15:00

The Elder Scrolls Online Coming To Macs

May 4, 2012 6:00 AM

Bethesda Softworks has announced The Elder Scrolls Online, a new fantasy MMO in development at ZeniMax Online Studios. The Elder Scrolls Online will be the first Elder Scrolls game to allow gamers to explore the Elder Scrolls world with others, and is being developed for Mac and Windows PCs.

"We have been working hard to create an online world in which players will be able to experience the epic Elder Scrolls universe with their friends, something fans have long said they wanted," said Matt Firor, game director of The Elder Scrolls Online. "It will be extremely rewarding finally to unveil what we have been developing the last several years. The entire team is committed to creating the best MMO ever made - and one that is worthy of The Elder Scrolls franchise."
The Elder Scrolls Online is being developed for PC and Mac under the leadership of industry veteran Matt Firor, who has spent the last two decades working in online game development. Details about the game are revealed in an exclusive cover story in Game Informer�'s June issue, which ships to subscribers and newsstands this month.
The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim� is the most recent title set in the award-winning Elder Scrolls universe. Skyrim, developed by Bethesda Game Studios, was released in November 2011 and enjoyed worldwide critical and commercial success. Skyrim earned hundreds of 'Game of the Year' awards, including top honors at the 2012 Game Developers Choice Awards, the 15th Annual 2012 Interactive Achievement Awards held at the 2012 D.I.C.E. Summit, and at the 2011 Video Game Awards. Internationally, Skyrim shipped over 10 million units within the first month of its release, was the second highest grossing title in the industry last year, and is the fastest selling title in Steam's history.

More information about the game will be made available soon.

Elder Scrolls Online

insidemacgames.com | 04-May-2012 15:00

IMG Reviews 3SwitcheD

May 3, 2012 6:00 AM

Inside Mac Games has posted a new review of ZUXXEZ Entertainment's 3SwitcheD. The game features classic puzzle action in addition to support for 3D-ETTM technology, which utilizes cameras found in most laptops, desktops, and smartphones to give players 3D perspective control by tracking their eye and head movements.

Here's an excerpt:

Gravity Switch is a lot like Clearing clusters, except in this version, you control �gravity�, that is the direction that the free tiles �fall� to when they are free to move. For instance, you clear a set of tiles, leaving spaces to the left and the right. If the remaining tiles fall to the left to fill the empty squares, you see this will create a set of four green tiles, but if the tiles fall to the right, you create a set of eight red tiles, for more points. Once you change gravity, it stays that direction until you change it again. You continue until there are no more possible sets of two or more. If you remove all the tiles from the board, you can move onto a bonus board and start again.

For the full review follow the link below.

IMG Review: 3SwitcheD
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insidemacgames.com | 03-May-2012 15:00

Heroes Of Newerth: Mid Wars Coming May 11

May 3, 2012 6:00 AM

S2 Games has unveiled a new developer blog for Mid Wars, an upcoming game mode coming to its multiplayer action RPG, Heroes of Newerth, on May 11. Based on a popular custom game mode, Mid Wars is designed to give players a high action, low stress experience on a new map.

For those unfamiliar with this new game mode, allow us to explain. Historically speaking, the Mid Wars movement began with players hosting games of HoN on the Forests of Caldavar using only the middle lane (with the top and bottom lanes ignored) and all the action centralized at the middle of the map. What made Mid Wars such a compelling experience was that respawn times were turned off, meaning that once a player died, he or she was almost immediately thrust back into the action and lived to battle it out in teamfight, after teamfight. The result was high action, low stress gameplay that we aimed to capture and expand upon throughout the Mid Wars development process.
This excellent community-created idea was just dying to be made official with a standard rule-set, its very own Matchmaking system, and a change of pace from the normal HoN experience that people have enjoyed since HoN was released two years ago. Consider Mid Wars as a reprieve from the intensity that can arise from playing Forests of Caldavar time and time again or as a low pressure game mode designed to encourage you to try out new heroes you may be unfamiliar with. We have worked with the community to capture what made playing "All Mid" great and fun while taking it to the next level with creative and intelligent design decisions that improve on the current model.

Check out the link below to read more.

Heroes of Newerth: Mid Wars Blog
S2Games
Heroes Of Newerth

insidemacgames.com | 03-May-2012 15:00

Walking Dead Episode 2 Sneak Peek

May 3, 2012 6:00 AM

IGN recently posted a sneak peek video of the upcoming second episode in Telltale Games' five part The Walking Dead saga. Based on the graphic novel by Robert Kirkman, the episodic survival adventure game gives players the difficult task of surviving in a world overrun by zombies.

The Walking Dead is a five-part game series set in the same universe as Robert Kirkman�s award-winning comic book series. Play as Lee Everett, a convicted criminal, who has been given a second chance at life in a world devastated by the undead. With corpses returning to life and survivors stopping at nothing to maintain their own safety, protecting an orphaned girl named Clementine may offer him redemption in a world gone to hell.
A continuing story of adventure horror spanning across 5 episodes:
Episode 1 � A New Day
Episode 2 � Starved for Help
Episode 3 � Long Road Ahead
Episode 4 � Around Every Corner
Episode 5 � No Time Left
Features:
Based on Robert Kirkman's Eisner-Award winning comic book series, The Walking Dead allows gamers to experience the true horror of the zombie apocalypse
A tailored game experience � Live with the profound and lasting consequences of the decisions that you make in each episode. Your actions and choices will affect how your story plays out across the entire series.
Experience events, meet people and visit locations that foreshadow the story of Deputy Sheriff Rick Grimes
Meet Glenn before he heads to Atlanta, explore Hershel�s farm before Rick and his group of survivors arrive and before the barn becomes a notorious location in Walking Dead lore
You'll be forced to make decisions that are not only difficult, but that will require you to make an almost immediate choice. There�s no time to ponder when the undead are pounding the door down!
An Adventure Horror game of 5 monthly episodes. Features meaningful decision-making, exploration, problem solving and a constant fight for survival in a world overrun by the undead
Artwork inspired by the original comic books

Check out the video at the link belowl

IGN: Walking Dead Episode 2 Teaser
Telltale Games
The Walking Dead

insidemacgames.com | 03-May-2012 15:00

Diablo III: Global Play, Auction House, Wizard Trailer

May 3, 2012 6:00 AM

In the days leading up to the May 15 release of Blizzard Entertainment's Diablo III, the company has been releasing a variety of information about the action RPG sequel. This time Blizzard has unveiled a new trailer showcasing the Wizard class, information about Diablo III's auction house, and details about usiing Global Play to play on servers in other regions.

Wizard Class:
Finally, our in-depth look at each of the five heroes of Diablo III comes to a brilliant conclusion with the wizard. As we approach the worldwide release of Diablo III on May 15, we've featured every hero on our Diablo III launch site, and this week, you can take in a heap of information about these veritable thunderstorms of lethal power.
Rumors from Caldeum detail the events surrounding a certain brash student of the sorcerous arts�a promising, even brilliant, pupil, but one whose unbridled ambitions have led to violence and disorder in the respected schools of that august city. This young woman was trained by some of the most skilled mages in the world, but rather than follow their guidance, she chose to display an uncooperative spirit, constantly pushing past their restrictions in pursuit of knowledge that they claimed she was not prepared for.
Auction House:
The gold-based auction house opens its doors worldwide on May 15 with the launch of Diablo III, and we plan to bring the real-money auction house online approximately one week after that. This is a new service that includes lots of complex elements, so we are going to take a little extra time to ensure the game gets off to a good start before we flip the switch and open the real-money auction house for business.
Global Play:
Diablo III's global game servers are grouped into three distinct game regions:
The Americas - For players in the US, Canada, Latin America, Australia, New Zealand, and Southeast Asia.

Europe - For players in the European Union, Eastern Europe, Russia, Africa, and Middle Eastern countries such as Israel and the United Arab Emirates.

Asia - For players in South Korea and the regions of Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Macau.
In general, players will create characters and play in their "home" region, which is determined by where they live (specifically, the country of residence registered to their Battle.net account). Global Play gives players the ability to switch to any of the other game regions via the in-game options menu, either before or after they log in to the game.

For more information about all the new details head over to the pages listed below.

Diablo III Wizard Info
Diablo III Auction House
Diablo III Global Play
Blizzard Entertainment
Diablo III

insidemacgames.com | 03-May-2012 15:00

FTL: Developing A Rogue-Like In Space

May 3, 2012 6:00 AM

RPG Codex recently posted a new interview with Subset Games's Justin Ma and Matthew Davis about FTL: Faster Than Light. Described as a "spaceship simulation roguelike-like," the game gives players the chance to engage in exploration and combat in the vastness of outer space.

What do you feel are the greatest strengths of the roguelike genre, and how do they come into play in FTL?
While the more typical �pure� roguelike games are a lot of fun, what excites us most is when developers take elements of roguelikes and combine them with other established game archetypes. This interest began after being moderately obsessed with Spelunky.
We tried to pull our favorite aspects from the roguelike genre and put them into FTL. This can be seen in the randomly generated galaxy, the way unexpected loot influences your strategy, how permadeath dramatically increases tension, and an end-state that seems just out of reach.
With its streamlined interface, FTL seems to be developed with a more casual audience in mind compared to "hardcore" roguelikes. What will the game have to offer to a veteran roguelike player? How do you ensure that such a player finds enough variety and depth in the game's mechanics to warrant multiple replays?
As much as we love classic sims, we hate the burden of over-complicated UI. We value simple controls and ease of use, but we are still hardcore gamers at heart and FTL was designed specifically for players like us. The game truly shines when players are faced with managing power issues, environmental hazards, boarding parties, injured crew, and an enemy ship... all at once.
Our ultimate goal is to have an intense and difficult game where each failure can be traced back to a decision the player has made; making them want jump back in with their knowledge and strategy refined.

Read more at the page below.

RPG Codex: FTL Interview
FTL: Faster Than Light

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