Patch 1.3 - 2013 Lo Wang multiplayer character, select Community Maps made official
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Patch notes are
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Free for select EVGA GPUs purchased on or after July 19th, 2013
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Production Diary 4: Classic TracksThis deals with remaking the music.
E3 2013 Videos:E1L1 GameplayE2L1 MinibossWeapons and Powerups
Rise of the Triad is a 1995 first-person shooter using a heavily modified Wolfenstein 3D engine. Despite using a dated engine for its time period, it introduced several things like fog, bullet holes, rooms over rooms, and platforming elements. The latter two use "gravitational anomaly disks," platforms suspended in the air. It was originally meant as a sequel to Wolfenstein 3D, which is evidenced by the presence of an MP40 and the national socialist soldier-esque appearances of several enemies. The game is known for having KICK-ASS MUSIC composed by Lee Jackson and Bobby Prince (where Prince is known for DOOM's music) and the infamous LUDICROUS GIBS.
What about that reboot?
Interceptor Entertainment revealed the trailer for the reboot of the game in August 2012. Utilizing Unreal Engine 3, the developers have tasked themselves with keeping the reboot as faithful as possible while "modernizing" it to some extent. All the weapons and powerups are the same, the music is being remixed as HEAVY METAL (unfortunately with some dubstep in at least one of the tracks, but it's easily overlooked...heard...whatever), the same sense of humor and LUDICROUS GIBS are there, and stuff, even the SWITCHES are going to look the same.
The idea is to bring arena shooters back to the forefront. Do you see ironsights in the videos? Yes you do, but REJOICE, 'cuz they do JACK stuff for you. The single-player will still have a points system, but no lives system. In fact, the points system is a big part. Speedrunning will give a significant bonus, but finding secrets will also give bonus points. Killing enemies with different weapons, hitting different parts, and a bunch of other things factor into this "competitive single-player."
StoryYou are part of an elite group of operatives called H.U.N.T. (High-risk United Nations Taskforce), and you must stop a maniac cult leader from killing millions of people. While scouting a remote island, you are suddenly surrounded by enemy troops with guns blaring. In the distance you see your boat--your only chance to escape--explode into matchsticks. In front of you is a huge fortress monastery, and your only chance to stop the madness.
Screenshots, Videos, and some other info
The Excalibat. Charge it up for a few seconds to release a flurry of explosive baseballs.
The God Mode literally turns you into a yawning god that shoots homing light orbs to smite your foes for its duration.
Dog Mode turns you into a dog. Like God Mode, you are invincible while it lasts. Using the weapon button bites, but holding it down charges up an explosive shockwave.
The redesigned MP40 has a side-mounted duct-taped double magazine to look badass.
The Excalibat is back.
Enemies will still do that thing where they ask you not to shoot if damaged enough.
Reboot Reveal TrailerMultiplayer level fly-through18-minute multiplayer gameplayHour-long QuakeCon 2012 panelPAX East 2013 Gameplay with TotalBiscuitHow does it play?Mostly like your standard 90s first-person shooter with some platforming added in. There are three bullet weapons with unlimited ammo: the pistol, dual pistols, and the MP40. In the reboot, you have to reload these but you still have an infinite ammo supply. The fourth weapon slot is reserved for missile or magic weapons, of which you can only carry one at a time. There are some arcade-like elements including a points and lives system. There are various coins with ankhs on them, giving life item points in addition to regular points. Collecting 100 life item points will grant an extra life. Be careful though, both you and your enemies can actually destroy the ankh coins by shooting them. Every level has a ridiculous amount of secrets and hidden rooms.
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CharactersIn single-player and multiplayer, there are different characters to choose from with different strengths and weaknesses for a bit of variety.
(click the image to visit Interceptor's minisite for the 2013 character redesigns and better descriptions)
Left to Right:
Doug Wendt
Highest health, but the slowest and has average accuracy.
Lorelei Ni
Fastest with the best accuracy, but the lowest health.
Taradino Cassat
Balanced character, everything is average.
Thi Barrett
Between Lorelei and Taradino in terms of health and speed.
Ian Paul "I.P." Freeley
Between Doug and Taradino in terms of health and speed, but has the most overpowered name.
MusicIt's too awesome to not get its own section. There's a lot more than this, but since I'm lazy as hell I'll only list my favorites along with their remakes, if available.
Suck This(parts of the redone version can be heard at different parts of the QuakeCon panel video, like at the 25-minute mark)
Goin' Down the Fast Way with
Redone versionRun Like Smeg(Redone version can be heard at around 5:55 in the 18-min multiplayer video)
if you haven't already! There's also the option of buying The Apogee Throwback Pack for 10 bucks, which includes two additional games.
