Ever wonder why BF2142 process is named "pace2142?"

 

Apparently, the EA Downloader version of Battlefield 2142 has an anti-piracy wrapper around it that installs a kernel-level driver.

Source: Ever wonder why BF2142 process is named "pace2142?"
Originally published on Mon, 01 Jan 2007 03:00:02 GMT

S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Shadow of Chernobyl Pins Down Release Date

 

S.T.A.L.K.E.R. provides a dynamic gameplay of fast and tough combats, where you oppose smart & dangerous enemies, a large set of diverse weaponry, possibility to control machinery, detailed and interactive game world, story-driven single player with original team gameplay, and multiplayer with numerous modes. A THQ release schedule reveals that STALKER, 5 years after its announcement, will launch March 16, 2007.
News source: Worth Playing
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Source: S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Shadow of Chernobyl Pins Down Release Date
Originally published on Fri, 29 Dec 2006 17:46:25 GMT

iBuypower Dream 2006 CrossFire Gaming System

 

When Comparing GeForce Quad SLI and Radeon X1900 in CrossFire, Radeon is the DX9 King: Part 2
 

Source: iBuypower Dream 2006 CrossFire Gaming System
Originally published on Fri, 22 Dec 2006 07:32:39 GMT

EA Announces C&C 3: Kane Edition

Electronic Arts today announced Command & Conquer 3 Tiberium Wars: Kane Edition, a numbered collector's edition of the PC game set to hit in March. Kane Edition will come packed with a DVD featuring a behind the scenes documentary, deleted scenes and a blooper reel from the live action video shoots, a series of gameplay strategy videos from the game designers, five wallpapers and exclusive in-game content including five new multiplayer maps and three unique unit skins--one for each of the three factions in the game. "The Command & Conquer fans are among the most dedicated in the world. It's very exciting to be able to create a special bonus edition of C&C 3 with our fans in mind," said Mike Verdu, Vice President and Executive Producer at EALA. "The exclusive maps, strategy tutorials, special unit skins and 'making of' video provide hours of enjoyment to anyone who loves Command & Conquer. The 'blooper reel' is just flat out funny. I can't wait for Command & Conquer fans to get their hands on this game." more @ source. Source: http://www.kotaku.com/gaming/command-%26-conquer-3...

 

Source: EA Announces C&C 3: Kane Edition
Originally published on Sat, 23 Dec 2006 16:15:58 GMT

Dreamfall: The Longest Journey Demo

 

This demo lets you get a taste of the science fiction adventure game.

Source: Dreamfall: The Longest Journey Demo
Originally published on Fri, 22 Dec 2006 10:30:52 GMT

Did you know?: You Don't Know Jack is back

 

Filed under: PC, Online, Puzzle

Since the 2004 release of the relatively small You Don't Know Jack 6: The Lost Gold, our favorite fast-paced, irreverent, slightly-adult PC quiz show series has unfortunately lay dormant. No more! This month saw the premiere of YouDontKnowJack.com, and the Daily DisOrDat -- a two-minute, Flash-based matching quiz updated every weekday with You Don't Know Jack's trademark voice acting and comic pacing.
Being online means the questions can be a little more topical than the dated references in the classic disc games. Today's quiz is about Donald Rumsfeld, for instance, and gamers might find this quiz oddly familiar. What's more, the setups are genuinely funny, and there are quite a few laugh-out-loud moments to be found in the archives.
We're not one to look a gift horse in the mouth or anything, but we can't help but imagine the possibilities for online versions of other Jack favorites like Gibberish Questions or even the Jack Attack. And would some multiplayer modes have killed them? I mean Jack ain't jack without a friend. We'd even be willing to pay or look at ads or something if it comes to that. Just, please, give us more Jack!
[Via Game|Life]

 

Source: Did you know?: You Don't Know Jack is back
Originally published on Thu, 21 Dec 2006 10:30:00 GMT

Sid Meier's Railroads! Holiday Scenario

 

This free scenario puts you in charge of saving Christmas by helping Santa and his elves out. Includes a custom train, holiday-themed goodies and music, and a North Pole map.

Source: Sid Meier's Railroads! Holiday Scenario
Originally published on Thu, 21 Dec 2006 13:11:35 GMT

Call of Duty PC played with Wiimote & Nunchuk

 

We’ve seen plenty of Wiimote PC/bluetooth “hacks”, now after only a few days of the nunchuk being well “hacked” we have the first videos emerging.

See how to set up the Wiimote & Nunchuk to your PC

Source: Call of Duty PC played with Wiimote & Nunchuk
Originally published on Wed, 20 Dec 2006 20:07:13 GMT

Valve Pens In-Game Ad Deal for Counter-Strike

 

Making the (now fondly remembered) Subway Counter-Strike ads a reality, Valve has inked a deal with the content pusher IGA. An article at GamesIndustry states that this may be the biggest in-game ad deal ever, as this still insanely popular title racks up something like '5 billion player-minutes each month' From the article: "'As the world's premier online action game, Counter-Strike's player minutes exceed its closest competitor by more than 100 per cent,' said Doug Lombardi, marketing director for Valve. 'Additionally, Counter-Strike rivals many of the current top ten watched shows on American televisions. For instance, a top ranked, one hour, weekly program garners 20 million viewers and results in approximately 4.8 billion viewer minutes per month. Conversely, Counter-Strike generates over 5 billion player minutes in the same period of time. And, nobody fast-forwards through any part of Counter-Strike,' added Lombardi."

Source: Valve Pens In-Game Ad Deal for Counter-Strike
Originally published on Wed, 20 Dec 2006 20:38:00 GMT

Asus Announces "Commando" Gamer Motherboard

 

ASUSTeK Computer Inc. (ASUS) this week announced the "Commando," a motherboard that forms part of its overclock-friendly "Republic of Gamers" line.

Source: Asus Announces "Commando" Gamer Motherboard
Originally published on Wed, 20 Dec 2006 23:16:03 GMT