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A Galaxy Far, Far Away: Reflecting on LucasArts’ Legacy, 11 Years Later

April 3, 2024April 3, 2024 gingetattoo

On this day, eleven years ago, the gaming community faced a momentous and somewhat melancholy milestone: the shutdown of LucasArts, a beacon of creativity and innovation in video game history. Founded in 1982 by George Lucas himself, LucasArts not only pioneered genres but also enriched the gaming world with an array of unforgettable adventures, from the deserts of Tatooine to the supernatural mysteries of the Caribbean. As we commemorate this day, let’s embark on a journey through time, exploring the legacy of LucasArts, understanding the reasons behind its closure, and envisioning the eternal imprint it leaves on the gaming cosmos. The Golden Era of LucasArts LucasArts was not just another game developer; it was a storytelling pioneer, a creator of worlds where players didn’t just pass through levels but lived through stories. Classics like “The Secret of Monkey Island,” “Grim Fandango,” and “Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic” were…

The Lost Legacy of Star Wars Gaming: Unraveling the Mystery of Jedi Knight III

The Phantom Game: Jedi Knight III and the Culture of Cancellation at LucasFilm

March 8, 2024March 8, 2024 Matt "ObiWaN" Hansen

This article aims to shed light on the curious case of Jedi Knight III: Brink Of Darkness, a Star Wars game that never transitioned from concept to reality, reflecting on the broader implications of such cancellations within the franchise’s gaming history. The Phantom Game: Jedi Knight III and the Culture of Cancellation at LucasFilm In the vast expanse of the Star Wars universe, where epic tales of heroism and villainy unfold across galaxies, there exists a legend not of characters or battles, but of a game that never was. LucasFilm’s recent initiatives under its new gaming studio, LucasFilm Games, have rekindled interest in the franchise’s storied past, including the celebrated Dark Forces series. Yet, amidst the revival of classics like Jedi Dark Forces, lies the shadow of a project shrouded in mystery—Jedi Knight III: Brink Of Darkness. The Legacy of Dark Forces Star Wars: Dark Forces broke ground in 1995,…

The Mandalorian Video Game: A Fan’s Dream That’s Out of This Galaxy

July 20, 2023July 20, 2023 gingetattoo

In the vast universe of Star Wars fandom, a recent phenomenon has taken the internet by storm. A fan mock-up of a video game based on the hit series “The Mandalorian” has fans on the edge of their seats, yearning for a game that, for now, exists only in the realm of imagination. This tantalizing concept, born from the creative mind of Twitter user and EA DICE UI technical designer GavMakesGames, has sparked a wildfire of excitement and longing that’s spreading faster than the Millennium Falcon in hyperdrive. A Dream in Pixels GavMakesGames has been “back at it again,” creating mock-ups for games that don’t exist as part of his UX/UI art and design practice. His latest creation? An animated title screen and a series of fictitious screenshots for a game he’s dubbed “The Mandalorian: Way of the Warrior.” In this imagined third-person adventure game, players would step into the…

Sculptor Behind Princess Leia’s Gold Bikini: Richard Miller Dies, age 80

December 11, 2022December 11, 2022 Soeren Kamper

Richard Miller, the sculptor behind the iconic gold bikini worn by Princess Leia in the Star Wars film franchise, has died at the age of 80. Born in 1942, Miller began his career as a commercial artist before moving into sculpture in the 1970s. He quickly gained recognition for his work and was commissioned to create a number of high-profile pieces, including the Princess Leia gold bikini, which was worn by actress Carrie Fisher in the 1983 film Star Wars: Return of the Jedi. The gold bikini, which has become one of the most recognizable pieces of Star Wars memorabilia, was created by Miller using a mold of Fisher’s body. The finished product was made of gold-plated metal and was worn by Fisher in the iconic scene in which she is held captive by the villainous Jabba the Hutt. Miller’s work on the gold bikini and other Star Wars memorabilia…

Game Development Company

August 24, 2022August 24, 2022 Onisac Gnitteb

Generally speaking, China, Vietnam, and the Philippines have pioneered the outsourcing of game development. In particular, Vietnam is a serious competitor to Indian outsourcing. For example, the widely known in narrow circles Glass Egg Digital Media, based in Ho Chi Minh City in the south of Vietnam, has been involved in the creation of major Blockbusters for Microsoft and Electronic Arts. Game Development Company takes its work quite seriously and always tries to maximize the accuracy of the order. Philippine outsource game development houses have also carved out a niche for themselves in the console game production ecosystem. But of course, companies just like iLogos also have pretty good reviews about the quality of their work. With a low cost, decent technical skills and fluent English, local game studios are helping global giants like Microsoft and Disney. Every game design company always tries to comply with all the prescribed standards….

The next SWTOR expansion is called Legacy of the Sith and will be on the planets of Manaan and Flashpoint on Elom!

July 2, 2021July 3, 2021 Editor

I know there’s a text filter so here’sa codex entry about manaan. “Few planets have been as important to both sides of the war as Manaan. But with its surface covered completely by water, and with its native Selkath population having adopted an isolationist stance, access to the planet can be difficult to come by. The Selkath economy’s reliance on the export of kolto to the Republic and the Empire does provide opportunities to visit, but guests are typically limited to the world’s few trading platforms–the only surface structures not affected by the Empire’s bombardment of the planet during the Great Galactic War. Millennia of Rakatan dominion over the planet and a predominantly unexplored ocean floor evoke strong temptations to probe Manaan’s crushing depths. However, due to the strategic importance of its kolto reserves, Manaan will have to largely remain a mystery for now.” BioWare marks a new era for…

Quest for the Best: 3 Must-Have Supplies for a Great Home Gaming Experience

September 24, 2020April 23, 2022 Onisac Gnitteb

When the term “gamer” is heard, many people picture an isolated teen with bad skin and a scowl, or the forty-something guy with greasy hair living in his mom’s basement. But the truth is, more than 2.5 billion people on the planet self identify as gamers, according to Newzoo’s 2019 Global Games Market Report. And 46 percent of those individuals are not pimply 16-year-old boys or 30-year-old subterranean creepers — they’re adult women. As these stats suggests, gaming is a diverse community and a massively popular industry. In the year of ‘Rona, when much of the population still lingers at home, online players of all walks of life are in pursuit of an illustrious home gaming experience fit for a king. If this quest is one you choose to accept, here is the definitive list of needs required to create a better, faster, more enjoyable gaming experience in your own…

3 Different ways to Improve Your Gaming Experience

June 19, 2020June 19, 2020 Onisac Gnitteb

Gaming for certain people is in excess of a recreational side interest, it’s a lifestyle. They demonstrate this by taking an interest in competitions or entering gaming rivalries, all since they a have profound love and enthusiasm for gaming. Gamers don’t request much extremely, simply consistent interactivity without any unsettling influences or checks. Be that as it may, it’s not generally conceivable to have the best interactivity, and this my companions, can be upsetting when all you wanna to do is crush. As it were, having a decent gaming rig that runs easily can mean the contrast among winning and losing. Beneath we’ve thought of a short yet helpful rundown on the most proficient method to improve your gaming experience whether you like write my essay. Here are three different ways on the best way to improve your gaming experience. 1. Keep your apparatus clean For you to appreciate gaming…

How Games Can Enhance Your Brain

March 20, 2020January 27, 2022 Onisac Gnitteb

Believe it or not, a lot of scientific research has gone into finding out if video games are good for you. After all, video games are classed as being a sport. If you are finding it hard to wrap your head around this then you should know that there are numerous benefits to playing video games. Some of them can be found below. Exercising your Brain Recent studies have been done and they have all found that playing video games can help you to improve your quality of life, especially if you are disabled or even if you are mentally ill. The main study was conducted at the Max Planck Institute and they found that playing video games actually increased your brain’s grey matter. This is, in other words, the size of your brain. It also helps you to refine any learned or hard-wired skills that you might have too….

A Day in the Life of Operatives and Scoundrels: The 6.0 Experience Explained

October 13, 2019December 14, 2021 Soeren Kamper

The upcoming SWTOR Expansion – ‘Onslaught’ – will introduce a many changes for each Class in the game. Players will among other things experience new abilities, Set Bonuses, and Tactical items.To help explain it all, The developers over at BioWare are releasing a series of articles featuring each Advanced Class’s new ability, as well as new Set Bonuses and Tactical items. They will also present various combat scenarios to show how these changes will mesh together just like in our previous article covering Powertechs and Vanguards In today’s article they are showcasing the Operative and Scoundrel Advanced Classes! Operative Let’s take a look at the new ability for Operatives! Tactical Overdrive – Resets the cooldown of Stim Boost, Recuperative Nanotech, Volatile Substance, Lethal Strike, and Shield Probe and increases your Mastery by 20% for 15 seconds. Alongside a new ability, Operatives will receive a bevy of Set Bonuses and Tactical items. Set Bonuses are…

SWTOR: The Making of Mek-Sha

August 26, 2019November 21, 2021 Soeren Kamper

The guys over at BioWare Austine made a blog post about the upcomming ‘Onslaught’ Expansion for Star Wars: The old republic. Check it out: As the launch of the ‘Onslaught’ Expansion comes closer and closer, we’re back with another behind-the-scenes interview with members of the team. Previously we sat down with our Art Director, Carrie Meade, to discuss the making of the upcoming planet Onderon. This time, we have a two-for-one special! Carrie has returned to join us along with our Creative Director, Charles Boyd, so they can share what went into the creation of Mek-Sha, a brand new planet coming to Star Wars: The Old Republic. With the ‘Onslaught’ Expansion, players will be exploring two new planets, Onderon and Mek-Sha. While Onderon is an established planet in Star Wars lore, Mek-Sha is brand-new. Why do you feel it was important to add a new planet, as well as an existing one? Charles: While…

Best New Online Games for summer 2019

July 22, 2019November 20, 2021 Soeren Kamper

2018 introduced some of the best online games of this decade. But seven months into 2019 and gamers are still waiting for the video game of the year. To be fair, Resident Evil 2 and Final Fantasy XIV impressed millions with their immersive gameplay, improved controls, and overall creativity. And if you’re more versatile and love learning about casino games, you have a more extensive list of new games. Below we’ve compiled the best games to play this summer for different platforms. Video Games—Resident Evil 2 Resident Evil 2 will probably win this year’s game of the year award unless another great game is released. Yes, this remake of the wildly famous 90s online game under the same name is stunning despite being a game about killing zombies. From graphics to controls, ammunition to gameplay, everything about the new Resident Evil 2 is incredible. With a 91% rating on Metacritic…

Finish of the Dota 2 season: the most awaited events

June 20, 2019November 14, 2021 Soeren Kamper

Good afternoon for those who are reading this article! Today we are going to tell you about the upcoming Dota 2 tournaments this summer. They are going to be absolutely spectacular and overwhelming. Recently the summer StarLadder Minor has ended up, surprising the majority of its viewers. And now two last fascinating events are round the corner: EPICENTER Major 2019 The International 2019 EPICENTER Major 2019 The next tournament will be taking place on 22.06.2019 and it will be EPICENTER Major 2019. The teams that will be participating in the tournament: Team Secret, Team Liquid, OG Dota 2, Gambit Esports, Virtus.pro, PSG.LGD, Royal Never Give Up, Vici Gaming, TNC Predator, Fnatic, Forward Gaming, Evil Ceniuses, paIN Gaming, Infamous. As you can see, a big number of the teams will be fighting for the main prize pool of the tournament which is one million dollars this time. It is a…

SWTOR: Game Update 5.10.2 ‘Heralds of Victory’ Is Coming!

March 13, 2019November 8, 2021 Soeren Kamper

Yesterday the devs over at Bioware Austine announced that Patch 5.10.2, named Heralds of Victory will be landing in April and feature guild heraldry and preview window changes. When Game Update 5.10 ‘Jedi Under Siege’ launched, guilds received a boost in the form of new guild leveling and PvP challenge systems, as well as new management tools. Seeing guilds flourish from this, with Game Update 5.10.2 ‘Heralds of Victory’, we are planning to add even more for guilds! This new feature is called Guild Heraldry and it will be another tool for guilds to rally behind! Each guild can create their own emblem to represent them throughout the game. Between the combination of icons, background details, and variety of colors, guilds will be able to create something truly unique. A guild’s emblem will be displayed in the general guild window, on the conquest planetary leaderboards, and many other places! On…

SWTOR Cartel Market Newest Additions: Week of December 18

December 19, 2018August 26, 2024 Soeren Kamper

Here are the newest additions to the SWTOR cartel market: Remember you can support this blog by buying your cartel coins on Amazon via this link were you also will get a Exclusive Item [Online Game Code] More items hit the Cartel Market, including the chilling new Vulptilla mount, a Ossan Orrery decoration, festive Life Day Bundles, and more!OSSAN ORRERYAvailable Now! VULPTILLA MOUNTAvailable Now! DISGUISE TERMINAL: WOOKIEEAvailable Now! FIELDTECH GUNNER ARMORAvailable Now! NEW LIFE DAY SNOWGLOBESAvailable for a limited time! 2017 LIFE DAY BUNDLEAvailable for a limited time! WAMPA LIFE DAY BUNDLEAvailable for a limited time! Related Posts Star Wars Battlefront Update: DICE Solve a ProblemStar Wars Galaxy of Heroes: Content Update 10/18/2017Pokket from MMORPG Interviews Daniel Erickson at E3 2012Changes to the Cartel Market — Friday April 14 2017 Seven Songs Inspired By Star Wars You Should Check OutA New Dawn in the Galaxy: James Mangold to Explore Star Wars Origins with…

SWTOR: Game Update 5.9.2: Galactic Legend Patch notes

August 6, 2018November 3, 2021 Soeren Kamper

Here are the patch notes for SWTOR Game update 5.9.2 Galactic Legend Highlights New Stronghold: The Rishi Hideout – Escape the daily grind of galactic life by traveling to your own personal slice of paradise! This Stronghold features multiple customizable structures, a flying Patrol Carrier, a cliffside apartment, and its own private beach. Plus, for the first time, Player versus Player gameplay is fully supported inside the Stronghold, allowing for 1-on-1, Team Deathmatch, and even Huttball scenarios! New Arena: The Mandalorian Battle Ring – Conquer your foes with the ferocity and skill of the infamous Mandalorian warriors in this new arena! Warzone and Matchmaking Changes – Numerous improvements have been made to increase the frequency of Warzone matches and ensure that all matches are more fun and engaging. Double XP Event from 8/7 through 8/19 – The popular Double XP event is back, earn double XP, CXP, and more! Cartel Market A new slot…

Play More Video Games: They’ll Make You Smarter at School!

July 24, 2018November 3, 2021 Soeren Kamper

“Can you get smarter by playing video games?” That question right there is why this article exists. It (the query) forms the subject of hot debate among concerned parties. From parents to educators, and children, none are left satisfied when discussions on this contentious issue are made. Don’t believe me? Well, try searching “gaming and smart.” Then, scheme through the suggested articles to see the conflicting views people have. You will be baffled! Back to the question; well, gaming can really make you smarter. Studies have concluded that gaming significantly boosts memory, increases brain function, enhances kid’s problem-solving skills. Moreover, it increases the attention span of an individual, encourages spatial reasoning, fosters social skills, and promotes strategic planning. Nonetheless, there is a lot of negative this and that to justify the detriment that gaming inflicts on the education process. Do not let that fret you. Below are proven ways to…

SWTOR: Winter/Spring 2018 Roadmap Update

February 15, 2018October 12, 2021 Soeren Kamper

Keith Kanneg just updated the SWTOR comunnity on BioWares SWTOR plans for the rest of this winter and the start of spring. Check it out: Winter/Spring 2018 Roadmap Update | 02.15.2018, 05:35 PM Hey everyone, I think for all of us, this Roadmap process we started last year could stand a bit of improvement. Instead of providing information every 90 days or so, it’s taking a lot longer to get you any information about what we’re planning, and honestly, that needs to change. I’m still reticent about communicating details beyond 90 days, but I do want you to be comfortable with our direction and where we are headed. With this in-mind, we’ve decided to use the Forums as the means to get you the information about the next couple months versus waiting for a Roadmap. This will allow us to be more responsive to your questions, address your concerns, and maintain a…

Mario Bros – An arcade style game that keeps evolving

November 22, 2017September 5, 2021 Soeren Kamper

How Mario Bros All Began Everyone has heard of the Italian plumber who was created by a Japanese artist. This little man in red with a moustache was featured in more than 100 video games. The story of this popular plumber begins in the 1980s. The president of Nintendo at the time, Hiroshi Yamauchi commissioned an artist to create a game for Nintendo. The artist’s name was Miyamoto. He was not a programmer, but was able to develop a storyline before the workings of the game were designed, and had a good knowledge of technology and how the current trends would affect his creation. The game was Donkey Kong which was a love story between a man, his girlfriend and a gorilla. The main character was Jump Man and he could climb and jump ladders, move left or right and jump over obstacles and between platforms. This game was unlike…

From Sci-Fi to Slots: How the Gaming Industry Fell in Love with Space

May 18, 2017August 5, 2021 Soeren Kamper

A long, long time ago in a galaxy that seems very far away now there were no video games. But in the late 70s and early 80s all that was to change – and sci-fi was the perfect fit for this bright new technology. For many the very first experience of playing a video game that didn’t involve a simple ping pong contest was Space Invaders. This was quickly followed by all manner of games from outer space including Asteroids, Galaxian and Missile Command to name just three of the most famous ones. Since then sci-fi video games have evolved out of all recognition with today’s most popular ones being complex, multi-player experiences that are as immersive as they are great to play. This perennial interest in sci-fi has also caught the attention of the online casino industry with sites like bgo utilizing it as a theme for a number…

SWTOR Lead Composer Comments on Datamined KOTET Music

September 1, 2016July 4, 2021 Lisa Clark

That feeling when you post datamined music and then the composer comes along to comment… yeah, that happened. User Jedipedia posted a 1 hour no-spoiler feed of music from KotET and lead composer Jesse Harlin stopped in for a comment. You can see the full thread with links to the music here. Basically, the data mined music files are just the MIDI demos that were later replaced by an actual live performance. Honestly, those demo files don’t sound half bad and they definitely get us excited for the real thing that is coming soon. As for Harlin’s comment: “Hi, SWTOR. Lead composer Jesse Harlin here. Perhaps I can help to give some context on this for you all. This happened last time with KotFE and now it’s happened again with KotET. Just so that everyone knows, these are the rough demos that eventually turn into the final tracks. We headed to Nashville…

10 CRAZY IDEAS Dropped From THE FORCE AWAKENS

May 26, 2016June 29, 2021 Lisa Clark

If you loved The Force Awakens, you might be surprised to hear about some of the ideas that never made it into Episode 7. There are plans for Darth Vader’s castle, the main villain was “The Jedi Killer”, and much more. There is a lot of interesting concept art here that shows the ideas that may have made it into the movie. Some are interesting, some are shocking, and some are crazy. While none of these made it into the latest film, we’re hoping we see some of these ideas in future films. Check out the video to see all 10 ideas for yourself and then tell us what you think. “Check out these 10 insane ideas and scenarios dropped from Star Wars: The Force Awakens… There are also tons of insights into the creative process of putting this film together, and the incredible amounts of brainstorming and imagining that the artists…

Gambling on Huttball

March 16, 2016June 21, 2021 gingetattoo

There are few games within SWTOR that one could bet on as easily as a good game of huttball. In fact, it almost seems as if the game was invented with that very purpose in mind. Seeing as huttball is run by the Hutts, players should be allowed to queue to watch huttball warzones and then place bets on various aspects of the game. You could place bets on things like the least deaths, most kills, most damage, most healing, most medals, winner, losing team, and more. In fact, I’m willing to bet players and spectators would think of tons of different reasons to gamble on huttball games. BioWare can’t even use story as an excuse for why this wouldn’t work because it makes perfect sense within storyline. But it seems like they are not interested in adding this feature to the game, despite how much people seem to want…

The SWTOR Eternal Championship will be Delayed

March 5, 2016June 21, 2021 Soeren Kamper

SWTOR Eternal Championship is delayed, and will not part of Patch 4.2. Read hwy below: The Eternal Championship | 03.04.2016, 10:27 PM Hey folks, We have been doing a lot of internal playtesting on the Eternal Championship and it is currently not at a level that we believe our players deserve. In keeping with our commitment to offer the highest quality experience possible with our latest expansion, we have decided to delay the launch of the Eternal Championship. We are focusing on overall balance, ensuring each boss fight is challenging, endeavoring to exceed quality expectations, and most of all, making sure it is a fun experience. Please note Bowdaar will also be delayed, but will continue to launch alongside the Eternal Championship. To help ensure we deliver on the deeper experience we promised, we have decided to make the Eternal Championship available on our Public Test Server (PTS) prior to…