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Fallout 3 Refused Classification

Wed, 9 July 2008
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For once, the rumours were true...

A typical fan reaction to Falliout 3's banning? Could be.

Bethesda's latest offering, apocalyptic RPG Fallout 3, will not be hitting Australian shores after being refused classification by the OFLC.

The most recent reports indicate that the banning has occurred largely because of certain representations of drug use in the game, that "bring the 'science-fiction' drugs in line with 'real-world' drugs."

"The player can also select and use Morphine (a proscribed drug) which has the positive effect of enabling the character to ignore limb pain when the character's extremities are targeted by the enemy." In Fallout 1 and 2, players could take a wide range of drugs both to boost health and character attributes. Both games were freely available for sale in Australia and were rated M.

And despite the violence in the game, the OFLC's ruling is solely concerned with drug use in Fallout 3. The ruling states that "the violence throughout the game could be accommodated at an MA 15+ level of classification".

- GameSpot

The game is the most recent of several games to be banned in Australia, the latest being the title Shellshock 2, which was banned on the basis of its violence.

There has been no word from either Bethesda or distributor Red Ant as to their next move, or whether a 'toned down' version of the game will be resubmitted for Australian classification.

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Diablo III Announced

Sat, 28 June 2008
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Diablo gets another sequel, and a 3D facelift

The generic busted bridge has never looked so good

Blizzard Entertainment has today revealed the long hoped-for Diablo III.

The announcement, made at the Blizzard Worldwide Invitational in Paris, was accompanied by a cinematic trailer as well as a demonstration of the gameplay.

"We've wanted to expand on the epic story and gameplay elements of the Diablo universe for some time now," stated Mike Morhaime, CEO and cofounder of Blizzard Entertainment. "We know that players have also been long awaiting a return to the series, so we're very excited to be sharing this announcement with Blizzard gamers here in Paris and around the world today."

Diablo III will pick up the story twenty years after the events of Diablo II. Mephisto, Diablo, and Baal have been defeated, but the Worldstone, which once shielded the inhabitants of the world of Sanctuary from the forces of both the High Heavens and the Burning Hells, has been destroyed, and evil once again stirs in Tristram.

- Blizzard

The game will include 5 different character classes, including the barbarian and witch doctor. Players will set out to explore old and new locations in Sanctuary, all wrapped together by a brand new 3D engine.

While it has been announced that the game will feature on both PCs and Macs, and will also make use of Blizzard's own Battle.net, there has been no indication as to an expected release date.

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Dungeon Party Announced

Fri, 23 May 2008
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Good old fashioned treasure hunting

This could be you

A new MMOG is under development from French game developer, Cyanide. Cyanide also recently released the action RPG, Loki: Heroes of Mythology.

Dungeon Party consists of two teams of up to 5 players, competing in rounds to get to the hidden treasure first. Of course, there are obstacles in the way, in the form of traps and monsters, but getting around the other team’s tricks makes the game interesting. Players can also choose their own character types and customize them. In the end, the winning team is the one that gets out with the treasure first.

"They'll have plenty of fun in the short, quick-fire face-offs where there are plenty of twists and turns (both literal and metaphorical !). Getting to the treasure first is only half the story. You still have to get it out of the dungeon !... we're really looking forward to getting a beta test out the door this summer and getting some feedback from players."

- Games Industry Wire

Anyone can play the game, whether serious gamers or noobs. The game will be free, and specifically for PC. It is due to be released early in the 4th quarter of this year.

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Atari Announce First NWN2 Adventure Pack

Mon, 22 October 2007
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Premium downloadable content on the way

Prepare the party for another adventure

The folks at the Neverwinter Nights 2 Vault (by way of French site Neverwinter Nights 2.FR) are reporting that the first adventure pack for Neverwinter Nights 2 will be ready to download imminently.

Fans of the Forgotten Realms will be ecstatic to know that the new content -- titled Neverwinter Nights 2: Mysteries of Westgate -- is being developed by Ossian Studios, the makers of the Darkness over Daggerford module for the original Neverwinter Nights, and is said to offer over 15 hours of additional gameplay, a new story, new music and more.

From the creators of the critically-acclaimed Neverwinter Nights module, Darkness over Daggerford, Neverwinter Nights 2: Mysteries of Westgate will feature a non-linear, open-ended single-player campaign with numerous side quests covering more than 15 hours of game play. Atari’s new Adventure Pack will also feature 3 new companions; an entirely new underground sewers tile set themed after the seedy underbelly of Westgate; a host of new monsters to do battle with, including some truly epic foes; an exciting new and original musical score; as well as thousands of new lines of professionally recorded dialogue.

- Official Press Release

Currently there is no pricing information on the adventure pack, but Neverwinter Nights 2: Mysteries of Westgate is set to debut via digital download later this quarter.

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New Oblivion Downloadable Content Released

Tue, 16 October 2007
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Fancy being the king of a castle?

Moat not included

Although controversial at times (paying for horse armour?!), the downloadable content packs for Oblivion have served as a way to keep players sucked in for a few more hours with the latest chapter of the Elder Scrolls series.

This new content pack allows players to defeat a bunch of marauders and take over Battlehorn Castle. Once you're in possession of the castle you will be able to access the following features:

- A fully detailed castle for you to explore
- Knights of the True Horn patrol the castle and do your bidding
- Secret treasure vault
- Upgrade the furnishings in every area of the castle
- Hire a vintner to create special wines to enhance your fighting abilities
- Hire a combat trainer to spar with
- Hire a taxidermist to craft lifelike trophies for your great hall
- Purchase an ancient Dwemer Forge that buffs your Armorer skill

- Product Information

If you're interested in becoming lord of the manor, head on over to the officialElder Scrolls website.

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