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Paul Wedgwood speaks to Clanbase
To commemorate going Gold, Paul Wedgwood took some time out to speak to Clanbase.com on communities, the beta and competitive gameplay.
Clanbase also has a competition running right now to win 2 signed copies of the game, don't forget to try your luck !
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Going GOLD. What's next?
After a long time waiting for this game, a lot of people are probably rejoicing right now since the news that ETQW has gone gold and is being burnt onto little round disks before being popped into those artfully-designed boxes we covered months ago.
But how does that feel for the guys behind the making of? Probably "emotional" doesn't really come close to covering it. Like a child taking it's first steps, ETQW will soon be out there in the world, spinning around in unknown CD-ROM drives the whole world over.
Paul Wedgwood recently gave his own account of what is happening now and what comes next over on the Official Community .
Yesterday, Todd Hollenshead (CEO of id Software) added his 0.02 along with an announcement that the long-awaited DEMO is also on it's way very very soon!
Not long now people!
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ETQW goes GOLD!
“After months of testing, tweaking and balancing Enemy Territory: QUAKE Wars, I’m pleased to finally be able to say ‘It’s Done!’” said id Software CEO Todd Hollenshead. “We’ve had a ton of fun getting the game ready for the masses and I’m looking forward to seeing the massive battle for the top of the online leaderboards begin!”
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ETQW nominated for 2 awards at GC'07
To add to their already long list of awards and nominations, ETQW is also in the running to pick up the title for both the Best PC Game and Best Online game at this year's Games Convention in Liepzig
We'll let you know what happens!!
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Warleagues to partner ETQW.com
As part of the HUGE extended ETQW community, which seems to grow daily in popularity, we want to do all we can to keep all our members and visitors up to date on the goings-on in and around the ETQW scene, including leagues, ladders and competitions.
Warleagues has been running for a long time now and their seasons are always a lot of fun to watch and take part in.
Which is why ETQW.com is proud to announce that - from now on - we will be providing league coverage and regular news updates for WL.com as their official news partners.
Keep watching for regular news and updates on all WL.com's upcoming games!
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ETQW at GC2007
If you have a bit of spare time the coming days.. and just happen to be within traveling distance of Leipzig, then this year's GC is a definite must!
With a whole squad of developers in attendance and a chance to meet-and-greet them and get your hands on a couple of previously unseen (in Europe anyway) maps; opportunities like this just don't come up every day! (Unless you are at GC for the duration, in which case for approx. 1 week, you are living the "dream".)
For the inside scoop on SD's GC experience.. and one or two of their plans for the next few days, check out the official community site ... and stay tuned for updates!
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Strollin' Soldier Part 2
Back once again with a stunning sequel to last weeks controversy-raising article, BongoBoy has once again taken the Hot Seat of his own volition to provide us with a whole new range of ingame tips and tactical wizardy.
Want to know how you can save the World with a brisk stroll? Read Strollin' Soldier Part 2! Your Valley experience may never be the same again!!
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Important news for Beta players!
On WEDNESDAY 22ND AUGUST all accounts and statistics relating to Beta testers will be reset! This is being done to test the backend infrastructure, so when it happens do not panic, you WILL be able to get back in!
What can you do to avoid your account being reset? Absolutely nothing! This is, after all, a Beta and, despite the frustration this may cause some of you; it's good practice for when the game is released and you start again from 0.
How can you retrieve your account once it has been reset?
Badman's walkthrough:
- The accounts database is reset. Your in-game account will no longer work.
- Start the Enemy Territory: QUAKE Wars beta client. On the login screen, select your account and click "Remove user". On the next screen, select "Remove local user" and click "Next". Confirm the action.
- Retrieve your beta license key from FilePlanet. It can be found both in the email you were sent after signing up or the beta and under My Account -> Beta Keys Archive on the FilePlanet website.
- Back in the beta client, go to “Create User” and select “Create new online account”. Put in your account name along with your beta license key and click “Finish”.
- That’s it! You’re all set and ready to dive back into the Enemy Territory: QUAKE Wars beta.
3 new servers
ETQW.com's own server list is increasing daily and now, thanks to sponsors Anywhere Online we have three more servers up and running in the Netherlands.. and the pings are great for pretty much everyone throughout the EU!
Come and have a game with some of our team!
213.244.182.151:27733: 32 slots Campaign server
213.244.182.152:27733: 24 slots Objective server
213.244.182.153:27733: 24 slots Campaign server
Have fun!
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Strolling Soldier
BongoBoy is back once again with his own insights into the game. This time featuring a whole new tactical angle; the strolling soldier: a theoretical player who basically ambles through the game, objective-focused, ignoring combat and dismantling the enemy's vehicular defenses.
This method seems to be proving a little controversial, for some reason, but it's definitely worth a read.. even if you aren't planning on laying down your battle boots and sticking to the sidelines.
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QC'07 Coverage roundup
As usual, ETQW got itself a lot of attention with both the public and press at this year's QuakeCon.
For any of you who missed out on some of the coverage, Badman has put together an impressive collection of reviews for your browsing pleasure.
Check out all the coverage at community.enemyterritory.com
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GGL Minicup Coming up!
So, what are you doing this Sunday? Got a bit of time over? Fancy a match?
GGL are hosting their own 1-day cup , starting wayyyy too early in the morning for me!
It's first come, first served, so don't take too long deciding.
To sign up your team captain needs to email ak@admin.ggl.com with the following info:
Team Name:
IRC Chan:
Roster list:
Check out all the details on ESReality.com
Lite Windows and Linux server files available.
These long awaited files have just been released for download via Fileplanet.
Download Lite Windows v 1.1(162.7 MB)
and Linux Server v 1.1 (156.3 MB)
Non-members may have to queue for the files.
Updated:
Mirrors:
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Beta2 Client Update
The latest Enemy Territory: QUAKE Wars Public Beta client update has just been rolled out through the in-game updater (this means you won't have to do anything to get it) and can be downloaded either by simply starting the game up or, if the game is already running, by using the 'Check for Updates' button in the options menu.
The updated features are:
- Play Computer tab now fully functional in main menu.
- Don't report LAN servers to the master server.
- Sniper Scope fixes.
- Fixed overlapping icons on level load screen.
- Allow support for either EXT or ARB texture_rectangle.
- Fixed exploit where Anansi could block SSM on third objective.
- Fixed bug where Titan view would go crazy if FOV is higher than 90.
- Base player speed returned to original. Upgrade tweaked.
Server files have already been sent out and updated.
Source: Badman's latest blog and the official community news
Wheels of War announce its first Car Design Contest
Fancy your chances at a bit of modding fun?? Then this might be something for you!
"Community involvement is something we value, and so we are pleased to announce the Wheels of War: Car Design Contest!
What we want to see is those active imaginations run riot. Nothing is too wacky, nothing too over the top. All we need is your idea sketched and sent to us. We will accept models of your ideas too, however we will have to slice them up into our formats anyway - so drawings are preferred."
Source: colsoft.biz
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Who wants a betakey?
Gamers often hang out on IRC to find wars, other players or just for a chat. Because we are gamers too, we want to provide a home for all of us, simplify matters and help you make sure you can always find what you need.
Our home base is, of course, #etqw on Quakenet, but in addition to our main channel, we are also offering 2 new channels dedicated to supporting your pre, in and after- game needs: #etqw.cless, to recruit new members or find your new clan easily, and #etqw.gather to help you find a quick, easy match day or night.
To promote these new channels, we'll be randomly throwing out 3 betakeys at unspecified times between Monday 13th and Sunday 19th August.
Make sure you're in the right place and don't miss out!
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