GameSetWatch:
[GameSetLinks is GameSetWatch's semi-regular link round-up post, culling from hundreds of weblogs and outlets to compile the most interesting longform writing, links, and criticism on the art and culture of video games.]As we happen upon the weekend, here's the first of a new set of occasional GameSetLinks round-ups, culled (Read More)
Joystiq:
You know what happens in five days? Turkey happens. It's difficult for us to think about things that aren't turkey at the moment -- unless those things are stuffing-based. We only managed to compile the seven comics below by pretending that instead of being about video games, they focused on sweet potato casserole. With bro (Read More)
Kotaku:
The PC version of Left 4 Dead 2 has been patched. Just fire up Steam and it'll fix and update a slew of issues. Got a bug? Maybe it's covered in this, check the jump for more. Highlights of the fix include: • Fixed performance problem when rendering lots of decals, notably when fighting tanks with shotguns • Fixed rcon res (Read More)
Kotaku:
You might recall last month that David Brickley, a Rebellion senior producer, was asked directly, three times, to confirm dedicated server support in Alien vs. Predator, and wouldn't say yes or no. The studio's chief now officially confirms its presence. Speaking to GamesIndustry.biz, Jason Kingsley, the CEO, said: Despite (Read More)
videogaming247:
Valve’s released an update for Left 4 Dead 2.Start up Steam and it’ll take.Here’s the patch notes: Fixed performance problem when rendering lots of decals, notably when fighting tanks with shotgunsFixed rcon response not working on Linux dedicated serversFixed matchmaking problem matching into Advanced and Expert gamesFix b (Read More)
videogaming247:
Just in case you were unaware, Microsoft’s updated Games for Windows Live with some cosmetic changes.Along with a change to the download system, it has a redesigned marketplace and game pages are more detailed – making it feel more like XBL Marketplace.There is also a new top sellers box on the homepage so you can see what (Read More)
GamesRadar - PC News:
Today Valve released the second update for the PC version of Left 4 Dead 2. This patch, downloaded automatically when you start Steam, corrects matchmaking issues and a few other bugs. (Read More)
Kotaku:
Every week Mike Pereira, the NFL's chief of officiating goes over some of the league's more controversial calls and, as hawkeyed reader Matt M. spotted, he does so with the aid of an Xbox 360 controller. Actually, it's likely an Xbox 360 Controller for Windows - I doubt they're using a console to display the video. It's pro (Read More)
GamesRadar - PC News:
In typical Valve-like fashion, the first patch for zombie post-apoc shooter Left 4 Dead 2 has hit Steam only days after the game's release, providing a host of bug fixes and alterations, while generally not introducing any interesting features. We are pleased to see that the game mode selection menu now allows for keyboard (Read More)
GamesRadar - PC News:
Direct2Drive has released a coupon code for Runic Games' excellent action RPG Torchlight, knocking 25% off through Sunday. (Read More)
videogaming247:
Not much going on this week with Indie and other games of interest. Must be the looming holiday coming up next week.However, there are still a few bits worth noting through the break, like the releases of The Marionette, Divinity II, and The Mystery of the Mary Celeste.Click onward.Rock, Paper, Shotgun has posted impressio (Read More)
videogaming247:
Blizzard has reiterated that Diablo III does not currently have a release date, and that the RPG will not be out any time soon.“[ Diablo III] is not going to be out next year,” said bossman Rob Pardo told Techland. “We always announce all of our games too early. We realize that and go, ‘You know what? Next time we’re not go (Read More)
videogaming247:
Valve has started banning Modern Warfare 2 access on Steam to customers who purchased keys through import resellers, per request from Activision.The ban was brought to light after a user posted on the Valve forums that his key bought through G2Play.net no longer worked.The response he received stated that such sales were “i (Read More)
videogaming247:
Those wanting to play the maps from Left 4 Dead in the sequel can now do so, because L4Dmods has figured out how to bring the game’s campaigns into Left 4 Dead 2.There are some issues with it, but if you are dying to combine the two games, you may find it to be worth the hassle.To use the mod, you have to own both Left 4 De (Read More)