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Jumpgate's E3 Trailer Is Sci-Fi Epic
This is a time for heroes...for champions...for men with deep voices and British accents to herald the coming of NetDevil's Jumpgate Evolution. More » -
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Jumpgate Multiplayer Preview: Shades Of Descent
We descended into the depths of a hollow space station to try out the player-versus-player combat in NetDevil's Jumpgate Evolution. More »
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By Mike FaheyComment by DarkSonic999: HOLY CRAP! THIS IS AWESOME! is the exact opposite of my feelings for this game. Seriously. Jumpgate? Sounds like Stargate. 'Shades... 12 Responses | Other threads
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Jumpgate Special Edition Is Full Of Stars
The special edition box set for NetDevil's Jumpgate: Evolution certainly doesn't suffer from a lack of space and space by-products. More »
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By Mike FaheyComment by Fallible.: I've never heard of it. Is it safe to assume that Jumpgate is kind of like a non-canon Stargate fan-fiction? 7 Responses | Other threads
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Jumpgate Evolution Is Completely Full Of Ships
Codemasters has released new screenshots and concept art featuring the true stars of NetDevil's Jumpgate Evolution - the ships. More »
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By Mike FaheyComment by kidko: "When you spend the majority of your time looking at the rear end of a space ship, you're going to... 12 Responses | Other threads
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Jumpgate: Eve on Fast Forward
Massively Mutiplayer Online games seem suited to space, which is probably why Eve Online is still around after all these years. More »
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By AJ GlasserComment by stickcult: Meh, you just can't play EVE. EVE is awesome, if you know what you're doing. 6 Responses | Other threads
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LEGO Universe Won't Arrive This Year
Online multiplayer game LEGO Universe won't be coming out this year as planned, the LEGO Group told Kotaku this morning. More » -
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Lego Racers Return in 2009, but in What Form?
We last heard about LEGO Racers in 2007 — NetDevil was remaking it as a flash game. But a LEGO fansite says 2009 boxes tease the game, and it sounds like a console release. -
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150K Sign Up For Jumpgate Beta
If there's one PC genre we can never have too much of, it's space combat. Codemasters and NetDevil know this, and so do the 150,000+ users who have signed up for the beta of their upcoming MMO Jumpgate Evolution. More »
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By Mike FaheyComment by MaikenX: man, i signed up for that beta months ago, and i still haven't gotten in. 3 Responses | Other threads
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A Tour of NetDevil's Game Studio
After Crecente and I got a good look at Jumpgate Evolution we convinced them to show us around the joint. The place is like Disneyland meets game development. It's a creative person's heaven. Basically their new studio is divided into two parts. Half of the building is dedicated to Lego Universe while the other half is of course, Jumpgate Evolution. There's also a Lego builders area containing millions of bricks - so the 3D artists can physically build their creations- before they input them into the computer. Last but not least, we got to see some of the insane LUPS (Lego Universe Partners) creations. Some of the projects consisted of thousands of Legos and must have taken days to build. More »
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Comment by Kirbysuperstar: I would totally get Lego Cereal. Also, Crecente's hair makes me question my manhood. Much like that John Romero chick's... 3 Responses | Other threads
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Comment by riccochet: You make is sound like this is the first time they've ever done this PsychE. They've been running the... 3 Responses | Other threads
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Lego Universe To Feature Star Wars & Other Lego Game IP?
The Lego Universe MMO is shaping up nicely, with what the developers told us would be "really core LEGO play" - building stuff, in other words. More »
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Comment by Trizero: Here's to hoping the Explorian sets make an appearance. Aah, those sets were my childhood, especially the huge ship with... 1 Responses | Other threads
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A Visit to NetDevil
Adam and I had a chance to run over to NetDevil's office last week to talk with them about their work on the upcoming LEGO massively multiplayer online game LEGO Universe. We also got a tour of their place, including the fabled LEGO library and got some more hands on time with an up-to-the-minute build of Jumpgate Evolution. More »
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Comment by MikeWTFpwns: is that entire studio made from particle board? 2 Responses | Other threads
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Lego MMO Being Worked On By Lego ZEALOTS
NetDevil - the guys behind the upcoming Lego MMO Lego Universe - are taking the game seriously. Very seriously. So seriously that they've made some changes to the normal development process by making use of a team of die-hard, adult, "purist" Lego fans. Lead producer Ryan Seabury explains: More »
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Comment by Chesu: I have to wonder, why haven't the buildings they've shown been made of Lego(s)? (Is Lego the plural of Lego..?) 3 Responses | Other threads
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Comment by Frabba: @SinisterSkull: Ask and you shall recieve.. [www.gametrailers.com] more » | Other threads
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Jumpgate Evolution Playable at PAX
Upcoming space massively multiplayer online game Jumpgate Evolution is getting its coming out party at this year's Penny Arcade Expo, NetDevil announced today.
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Comment by Rakotto: It seems that I am not the only one who thought about Prey after seeing the boxart of this game. more » | Other threads
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Is This Your Jumpgate Evolution Box Art?
Jumpgate Evolution, proud project of Colorado-locals NetDevil, looks to be well past the first fifteen and nearing beta. More » -
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Jumpgate Evolution Demands Your Attention
NetDevil's Jumpgate evolution is a concept that sells itself. Massively multiplayer Wing Commander, anyone? How about some co-operative Privateer? It's a game that combines twitch-action space combat with levels and experience points. It's an excuse to dust off those old flight sticks. You'll even be able to play as a trader, paying more combat-ready players a cut of the action to make sure you make your deliveries safely. Space convoy! More »
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By Mike FaheyComment by selbie: NetDevil are some of the best developers I've ever encountered. They won't hesitate to have a chat with the fans.... more » | Other threads
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The Handy New Lego Universe Logo
Behold the official logo for NetDevil's massively-multiplayer Lego Universe. The logo features the classic Lego logo surrounded by the U-shaped hand of a Lego minifig - the principle characters in the game - symbolizing the entire Lego universe being in the hands of the players. An innovative logo design for what very well could wind up being one of the most innovative MMO titles on the market. To celebrate the launch of their new logo, the Lego Universe folks have also released a wallpaper incorporating some concept art into the design for fans to stare at longingly while they wait for the game to be finished. You'll find the wallpaper craftily hidden after the jump, complete with innovative "click for a larger version" feature! More »
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By Mike FaheyComment by JackiJinx: @NoFunShogun: Exact same thoughts. "Looks like a toilet seat." Way to go, Lego. more » | Other threads
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LEGO Universe's Story and Economy Unveiled
In the latest LEGO Universe update the Colorado-based developers spill the beans on the upcoming LEGO massively multiplayer online game's economy and storyline. More »
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Comment by Man In Gauze is an obscure reference to Courage the Cowardly Dog.: Well, how much sense does it make to trade a piece for less plastic than it takes to make it?... more » | Other threads
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Jumpgate Evolution: The First Fifteen
How long do you play a game before you decide if you like it?
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Comment by Eisenhorne: Mass Effect took about an hour to get past all the introductory stuff and get into space for the first... more » | Other threads
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NetDevil Half-heartedly Pokes At April Fool's
I'd like to say I saved the best April Fool's Day post for last, but then I'd just be fooling myself. The bad news is, all Jumpgate Evolution and LEGO Universe developers NetDevil managed to pull together for this festive day was a logo swap accompanied by a brief announcement.Today, NetDevil announces a new name change to NetAngel. This new company name establishes a clearer link to our commitment to make immersive and socially responsible massively multiplayer online games. This change takes effect on April 1st, 2008.
Bleh. The good news? All the time they didn't spend going the extra April Fool's Day mile is time spent honing LEGO Universe into the best LEGO MMO it can possibly be. Always look on the bright side, that's what I say. More »
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By Mike FaheyComment by Aethyr: R.O.A.C.H.: @Polywhirl: There should really be a sarcasm font. Also, the original logo looks more like an angler fish. more » | Other threads
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Violence and Visual Unification in LEGO Universe
The official LEGO Universe website just put up an interview with Phillip Atencio, one of the upcoming massively multiplayer game's art directors. More » -
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Codemasters' New MMO Is...Jumpgate?
Codemasters has finally pulled aside the velvet curtain that hid their mysterious new MMO from view, revealing NetDevil's Jumpgate Evolution, which obviously must be standing in front of Codemasters' awesome, all-new game, seeing as we've known about the new Jumpgate since June of last year, with NetDevil hinting at the new title as far back as December 2006. *peeks behind Jumpgate* Nope, that's it folks. I'd say that's an awfully crafty way to hide your brand new MMO, leaving it out in plain sight like that. Either way, Codemasters will be distributing the game throughout North America and Europe, with Codemasters Online handling the game's operation. Hit the jump for a press release that should have been titled "NetDevil Finds Publisher / European Partner For Jumpgate Evolution." More »
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By Mike FaheyComment by red: @iameleveneight: hooray! iameleveneight, the commenter whos posted on every eve related article ever to denounce it. its true, trust me,... more » | Other threads
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Comment by Handles25: I rent HD movies from XBL. I don't have a PS3 or a HD-DVD player nor do I have... more » | Other threads
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Comment by desterion: Eve online isn't a bad game, but the skill system is just a complete and utter failure. more » | Other threads
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Jumpgate Evolution Launches Website Into Space
NetDevil is proud to announce the official launch of the website for Jumpgate Evolution, the sequel to their much loved but less played space-faring MMO, Jumpgate: The Reconstruction Initiative. The new site adds tons of media in the form of gameplay clips, wallpapers, and screenshots, as well as game news, forums, and the all-important beta sign-ups. They've even got a fansite kit available, in case you feel like creating your own Jumpgate Evolution web advertisement! Huzzah! Head over to www.jumpgateevolution.com for a look at the last best hope for Earth and Beyond players still clinging to the past, like me! More »
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By Mike FaheyComment by Neytoo: Bring back my Jenpie. Earth and beyond was simply the best space MMO ever.Oh how i miss those raids on... more » | Other threads
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LEGO Racers Being Remade as Flash Game
NetDevil, the guys behind Auto Assault and currently working on LEGO Universe MMO, announced today that they are working on a remake of LEGO Racers, based on the toy of the same name. The web-based flash game is being developed under a new Web Games division at the company and will be rolled out with several other casual web-based games in 2008. More »
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Comment by Jawajoey: Oh man, Lego Racers was such a great game. It's right up there with Mario Kart, honestly. I don't know why... more » | Other threads
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Warmonger Destroys Downtown
Warmonger, Operation: Downtown Destruction is being released on October 16th for free to PC gamers around the globe. If I were marketing a kick-ass looking FPS featuring levels of destructibility unseen before in the genre, I'd have just stopped at that announcement, but NetDevil seems to think you need some more encouragement. To that end they've released this trailer, featuring things being shot apart and people being blown through floors accompanied by some killing music. If this doesn't convince you to not technically buy it, what will?
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By Mike FaheyComment by Jonn: I'm fairly certain this will make any PC that runs it implode. more » | Other threads
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Warmonger Rains Destruction In October
Crecente got a chance to play Warmonger, Operation: Downtown Destruction back in June at NetDevil's anniversary party, and they pretty much had to pry him away from the computer. PC gamers will soon get a chance to see if they experience similar ass-stickiness as NetDevil announces plans to release the game via digital download on October 16th for the low, low price of completely free. I've yet to see any mention of PC requirements, but from what Brian wrote back in June the Ageia PhysX card will not be one of them, with an option to turn off the effects for PC's without. This is good, because my Ageia card from BFG arrived dead, and I've yet to take them up on that lifetime replacement warranty. I'm not good with shipping things, apparently. In honor of the impeding release, NetDevil has produced a veritable art gallery of destruction. Enjoy!More »
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By Mike FaheyComment by Sullyville: So, what's the story?Is there a narrative? more » | Other threads
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Auto Assault To Die Gruesome Death Tonight
As we reported back in June, NetDevil's vehicular combat MMO Auto Assault is closing its virtual garage doors forever. In just a few hours from now, the MMO will be nothing more than a memory for its fans. The NCsoft team promises a "wild, crazy event tonight" and hints at some nice bonuses for those who log on for one last hurrah. Some lucky Auto Assault players will even receive a "parting gift" that will include a chance to play other NCsoft titles such as Tabula Rasa and City of Heroes. Not a bad way to see off a friend. More »
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Comment by zorikin: Wow, I guess I'm a couple weeks too late, but here's my story. I bought the retail box at Microcenter, where... more » | Other threads
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Auto Assault Goes Down in a Ball of Fire
It's with a heavy heart (I'd bet) that Net Devil today confirmed rumors that NCSoft was pulling the plug on their car-themed massively multiplayer online game. The game's servers will be shut down at midnight on Aug. 31. As of today any players with an active account will not be billed again. I can't say I'm surprised, but I am a little sad. More »
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Comment by madchao: I would say lack of advertising killed this game, or have I been under a rock? Almost a year... more » | Other threads
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Comment by sauvage: Since the PS3 SDK ships with PhysX support, Sony should get on their case to port it to the PS3... more » | Other threads
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LiveBlogging NetDevil
Sitting in an office at NetDevil where they're about to walk us through what is going with all of their projects.
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Comment by kidko: Jumpgate sounds like a dream come true! Signing up immediately... Also might submit some ideas on the Lego game based on... more » | Other threads
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Jumpgate Evolution Screens
NetDevil just announced that beta registration is open on the new Jumpgate Evolution site, which also happens to contain a handful of new screens of the space-faring MMO. The sequel to NetDevil's first title Jumpgate: The Reconstruction Initiative may not have the instant appeal of their upcoming LEGO Universe, but it looks super sci-fi sexy. More »
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Comment by Fraeon: By the way, I just love how signing up for the Jumpgate beta is as easy as "just enter your... 1 Responses | Other threads
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LEGO MMO Details Tonight... Maybe
I'm off to NetDevil, driving up to Lousiville, near Boulder, to meet with the guys at their new studio tonight. Besides a chance to talk with the founders and the dev team leaders behind the LEGO MMO, Warmonger and Jumpgate, I believe they may also have some announcements and even some game assets to show off. More » -
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LEGO MMO Gets Named, Dated
The LEGO massively multiplayer online game in development by NetDevil is expected to ship in the fourth quarter of 2008 as LEGO Universe, LEGO Group announced today.
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Comment by EthanAbadon: Its 2009 and still no sign of LU coming out!!!!!!!11 more » | Other threads
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Comment by Ca1amity: Its funny that an MMO with everything in it (space opera or no) is in fact what everyone wants to... more » | Other threads
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Talking LEGO MMO
A month back or so I noted that Colorado game developer NetDevil had signed a deal with a big toy company to make a massively multiplayer online game.
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Lego MMO Revealed
As I hinted earlier this year, NetDevil has been signed on to develop a massively multiplayer online game with Lego.
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