Old News - November 2000
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Wednesday, November 1, 2000
Contest Reminder -
Today is November 1st, and the deadline is November 10th! Make sure you get your level in on time!
Thursday, November 2, 2000
New Jedi Knight Multiplayer Level: City Skyliner -
File: City Skyliner
Author: CavEmaN
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: A construction area on top of a city skyliner. Builders don't work at night, they work in the morning; this leaves the mammoth construction project unguarded for death-defying saber matches. Best suited for Sabers NF--you'll be a fool to play this with force--just don't fall off. Best played with 2-4 people.
Author: CavEmaN
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: A construction area on top of a city skyliner. Builders don't work at night, they work in the morning; this leaves the mammoth construction project unguarded for death-defying saber matches. Best suited for Sabers NF--you'll be a fool to play this with force--just don't fall off. Best played with 2-4 people.
New Mysteries of the Sith Multiplayer Level: OgnobOasis -
File: OgnobOasis
Author: Ognob and Calyx
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: OgnobOasis was designed to be more playable than Oasis. It contains more ammo and new entry points into key areas for more complex strategies and gameplay.
Author: Ognob and Calyx
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: OgnobOasis was designed to be more playable than Oasis. It contains more ammo and new entry points into key areas for more complex strategies and gameplay.
Objectives Article @ Command Chamber -
The Admiral's Command Chamber posted a new article on creating objectives for your single player level.
Friday, November 3, 2000
New Jedi Knight Multiplayer Level: Purgatory -
File: Purgatory
Author: SM Sith Lord
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: What happens when imaginary power is combined with Jedi Knight editing skill? The answer is Purgatory.
It all starts in the battle field, the Imperial troops are invading your hillside village, and you will not stand still and let this turn of events take place. You gather up as many warriors as you can, and march to certain death against the invading Imperial forces.
After just seconds of fighting you realize the battle is futile, but it is better to die on your feet than live on your knees. You drop to the ground from the force of a laser blast travelling through your body. You fall to the ground feeling the pain, the glory, and the horror of dying in war. Your wounded body lies on the cool grass, while others continue to fight over you. The pain of your wounds nearly drives you to insanity, but your pride gives you a sense of peace, knowing that you died fighting for your freedom. Then you begin to wonder if the price you paid was worth it. You begin to wonder if killing the men from the opposing forces, and sending your own people to their death, was all justified. Then your soul is overtaken by fear, the fear of eternity. The human mind was not designed to think upon such abstract ideas, and you begin to not think at all. You no longer have control over your body, and all you can do is gaze, gaze into your past, and what could very well be your future, you gaze into the eyes of your dead corpse, wasting away to nothing... all in the name of war, the name of death, the name of evil.
You are swallowed up by the heavens, to be given the final test. The questing on this test is simple. There are two choices, life or death, blessing or cursing, both for eternity. Now your fate is in your own hands, a place it was never meant to be held. Welcome to Purgatory.
Author: SM Sith Lord
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: What happens when imaginary power is combined with Jedi Knight editing skill? The answer is Purgatory.
It all starts in the battle field, the Imperial troops are invading your hillside village, and you will not stand still and let this turn of events take place. You gather up as many warriors as you can, and march to certain death against the invading Imperial forces.
After just seconds of fighting you realize the battle is futile, but it is better to die on your feet than live on your knees. You drop to the ground from the force of a laser blast travelling through your body. You fall to the ground feeling the pain, the glory, and the horror of dying in war. Your wounded body lies on the cool grass, while others continue to fight over you. The pain of your wounds nearly drives you to insanity, but your pride gives you a sense of peace, knowing that you died fighting for your freedom. Then you begin to wonder if the price you paid was worth it. You begin to wonder if killing the men from the opposing forces, and sending your own people to their death, was all justified. Then your soul is overtaken by fear, the fear of eternity. The human mind was not designed to think upon such abstract ideas, and you begin to not think at all. You no longer have control over your body, and all you can do is gaze, gaze into your past, and what could very well be your future, you gaze into the eyes of your dead corpse, wasting away to nothing... all in the name of war, the name of death, the name of evil.
You are swallowed up by the heavens, to be given the final test. The questing on this test is simple. There are two choices, life or death, blessing or cursing, both for eternity. Now your fate is in your own hands, a place it was never meant to be held. Welcome to Purgatory.
New Jedi Knight Multiplayer Level: Evil Death Match -
File: Evil Death Match
Author: StarSabers
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: This is a small, fair-sized MP Jedi Knight level for 3 - 8 people (or more). It has thermal detenators, concussion rifle, bowcaster, and other weapons. This level has a few modified weapons (the sabers aren't modifed).
Author: StarSabers
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: This is a small, fair-sized MP Jedi Knight level for 3 - 8 people (or more). It has thermal detenators, concussion rifle, bowcaster, and other weapons. This level has a few modified weapons (the sabers aren't modifed).
New Jedi Knight Multiplayer Level: The Octogon Mines - Deeper Levels -
File: The Octogon Mines - Deeper Levels
Author: SiCe_JaiKaiman
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: After your previous attempt to escape from the Octogon Mines failed, you now find yourself deeper within its labrynth..... but you are not alone! Will you escape this time?
A 2-8 multiplayer level, good for weapon- and saber-play alike. This level gives you the atmosphere for a truly fast, furious and fun frag fest.
Author: SiCe_JaiKaiman
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: After your previous attempt to escape from the Octogon Mines failed, you now find yourself deeper within its labrynth..... but you are not alone! Will you escape this time?
A 2-8 multiplayer level, good for weapon- and saber-play alike. This level gives you the atmosphere for a truly fast, furious and fun frag fest.
New DCM -
Ric_Olie brings word that Al has posted a new edition of Diary of a Crazed Mimbanite. For those of you that don't know what DCM is, it's a Star Wars parody comic strip.
New Tiny Textures... Textures -
MikeC let us know that Tiny Textures has released a bunch of new textures. The 26 new textures can be found in their packs 4, 5 and 16-bit pack 1.
Watto's Junkyard Presents: Natalie Portman -
Watto's Junkyard has just released their Natalie Portman Collection. This is a very large collection of only the best Natalie Portman pictures. As of right now, there are over 250 pictures, with more being added on a regular basis. Be sure to stop by! Here's a banner, just because it rocks.
Saturday, November 4, 2000
Taking a Break... -
After years of working on this site, I am going to have to take a month or two off. This is due to the fact that I am elbow-deep in a new project, and I need time without the day-to-day distractions that come from working at Massassi. As of right now, I am off the staff list, off the admin list on the forums, and no longer the active webmaster of this site. If you have any problems whatsoever, please email the staff, not me.
So, anything Massassi related that's mailed directly to me will be ignored. I simply don't have time right now to deal with it!
Please Note: I will be back once this project is complete. Part of the new project involves a new web server, so some time in the next couple of months, Massassi will be moving servers. So as of right now, I leave you in the capable hands of Kedri, blujay, Archimedes, and Juztyn.
So, anything Massassi related that's mailed directly to me will be ignored. I simply don't have time right now to deal with it!
Please Note: I will be back once this project is complete. Part of the new project involves a new web server, so some time in the next couple of months, Massassi will be moving servers. So as of right now, I leave you in the capable hands of Kedri, blujay, Archimedes, and Juztyn.
New Jedi Knight Multiplayer Level: The Chapel of the Night -
File: The Chapel of the Night
Author: Gabriel
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: The stars glow this night, illuminating the walls, with their heaven sent, silk soft touch. Tales of a lost time, unfold in the air, like pages from a book, and the words ride the wind, as their secrets are told, too nothing but air. War is written with the blood of heroes, history, is carved into stone. This level is for 2-4 players, and is a fast action, Saber level.
Author: Gabriel
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: The stars glow this night, illuminating the walls, with their heaven sent, silk soft touch. Tales of a lost time, unfold in the air, like pages from a book, and the words ride the wind, as their secrets are told, too nothing but air. War is written with the blood of heroes, history, is carved into stone. This level is for 2-4 players, and is a fast action, Saber level.
New Reviewer -
I'd like to welcome DragonPhinn to the review staff. His first review should be posted soon. Welcome, DP!
Monday, November 6, 2000
New SWTTC Select -
The Star Wars Trilogy TC has updated the SWTTC Select, which is a page where new, unexplained, and very often pretty screenshots on the project are placed. They also have two new members on the team to help out with some complex detailing, bombshellrapture and cconq; their bios will be posted on the site shortly.
Vangilis Station Updates -
Vangilis Station has posted a new 16-bit screenshot on their newest project, codenamed "Nuclear." It seems this project will be featured in 16-bit, for I quote:
Of course, users still stuck in the dark ages with 8-bit only video cards can still have the fun too, just not as much. It loses something in the 256 colour conversion.So, if you live in the "Dark Ages" like I do, or if you've been converted to industrialism, you need to check it all out at Vangilis Station.
Tuesday, November 7, 2000
New Jedi Knight Mod: Delta's New Republic -
File: Delta's New Republic
Author: Delta_Basilisk
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: 71 new multiplayer characters for Jedi Knight, including 5 new team skins.
Author: Delta_Basilisk
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: 71 new multiplayer characters for Jedi Knight, including 5 new team skins.
New Jedi Knight Mod: Deluxe Weapons Pack -
File: Deluxe Weapons Pack
Author: Deluxe_Six
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: This is a weapons mod that replaces all the guns except the fists and saber. Weapons include a Blaster Pistol with a Grappling Hook, an Instant-Hit Blaster Rifle, Proton Grenades, a Double Barreled Blaster Rifle, a Blaster with a Proton Grenade Launcher, an Advanced Rail Detonator, Cluster Bombs and a Pulse Rifle. All the weapons listed above have new 3dos and projectiles.
Author: Deluxe_Six
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: This is a weapons mod that replaces all the guns except the fists and saber. Weapons include a Blaster Pistol with a Grappling Hook, an Instant-Hit Blaster Rifle, Proton Grenades, a Double Barreled Blaster Rifle, a Blaster with a Proton Grenade Launcher, an Advanced Rail Detonator, Cluster Bombs and a Pulse Rifle. All the weapons listed above have new 3dos and projectiles.
LucasArts Releases Several Games -
LEC posted a press release on Monday about the games they are releasing. Here's a snippet:
Gold fever has hit LucasArts Entertainment Company LLC with the release to manufacturing of four titles across three platforms in the same week. The titles include Star Wars Demolition® for PlayStation; Escape from Monkey Island® for PC; Indiana Jones™ and the Infernal Machine® and Star Wars™: Episode I Battle for Naboo® for Nintendo 64. Each game is expected to be available in the November/December 2000 timeframe.For more check out the link.
New JK/MotS 3do: seaquest.zip -
Download: seaquest.zip
Author: Cave_Demon
View: Screenshot
Description: This is a SeaQuest 3DO to use for cutscenes, not levels, because in levels you can see some errors if you walk on this, and this is much too small to be the actual SeaQuest in a level. If you put this in a level of yours, make sure you can't touch it, or even get close to it...
Author: Cave_Demon
View: Screenshot
Description: This is a SeaQuest 3DO to use for cutscenes, not levels, because in levels you can see some errors if you walk on this, and this is much too small to be the actual SeaQuest in a level. If you put this in a level of yours, make sure you can't touch it, or even get close to it...
Go Vote! -
Today is election day in the U.S., so if you're a registered voter here, please don't forget to exercise your right that so many have fought and died to defend.
New MotS 3do: ywings.zip -
Download: ywings.zip
Author: MikeC
View: Screenshot
Description: LEC included a lot of unused stuff on the Mysteries of the Sith CD, including different textures for the starfighters. However, not many people seemed to be making use of these alternate textures. I retextured some ships for Stormtrooper:Vengeance and other levels I am working on, so I decided just to redo all of them in hopes it would add a little more variety to levels. This Y-Wing pack is the first installment. To see more of the retextured starfighters I will be releasing, go to Have Lightsaber Will Travel.
Author: MikeC
View: Screenshot
Description: LEC included a lot of unused stuff on the Mysteries of the Sith CD, including different textures for the starfighters. However, not many people seemed to be making use of these alternate textures. I retextured some ships for Stormtrooper:Vengeance and other levels I am working on, so I decided just to redo all of them in hopes it would add a little more variety to levels. This Y-Wing pack is the first installment. To see more of the retextured starfighters I will be releasing, go to Have Lightsaber Will Travel.
Contest Deadline Reminder -
It's the 7th. The deadline is the 10th. Be sure to have them in by midnight PACIFIC on the 10th. I'm looking forward to all the levels that have been showcased on the forum lately! Yes, yes, I know I'm taking a break, but I'm still heading up the contest so I thought I'd post a little reminder. This looks like it will be the best level pack yet!
New Jedi Knight Multiplayer Level Review: Mantice Level Pack -
The Massassi Temple Review Site has just posted a new review of Mantice Level Pack. The level was created by _Mantissa_ & TDJ_Radice.
New Jedi Knight Multiplayer Level Review: FaLLeN_GuNYarD -
The Massassi Temple Review Site has just posted a new review of FaLLeN_GuNYarD. The level was created by Alan Young (frae7).
New Jedi Knight Multiplayer Level Review: Haunted House -
The Massassi Temple Review Site has just posted a new review of Haunted House. The level was created by timebomb.
New Jedi Knight Multiplayer Level Review: The Octogon Mines - Deeper Levels -
The Massassi Temple Review Site has just posted a new review of The Octogon Mines - Deeper Levels . The level was created by SiCe_JaiKaiman.
New Jedi Knight Multiplayer Level Review: Purgatory -
The Massassi Temple Review Site has just posted a new review of Purgatory. The level was created by SM Sith Lord .
Wednesday, November 8, 2000
Tiny Textures Updates -
There have been a lot of new updates going on at Tiny Textures, including new textures (who would have guessed?), and a new staff member, PedHead. Be sure to head on over and check it all out.
Happenings @ Arrow Thieves -
Tok sends word that his project, Arrow Thieves, is kicking out more medieval action than ever. With excellent screenshots of 3dos, levels, and weapons, a great storyline, and a semi-funky website design, Arrow Thieves is well worth the visit.
Lucasfilm Sponsors Fan Films -
Sounds too good to be true, doesn't it? Well, according to this article, Lucasfilm is now officially sponsoring unofficial fan films, whereas before they were practically illegal.
Lucasfilm has inked an exclusive deal with Netcaster AtomFilms.com, which will give "Star Wars" geeks an official Internet home for their unofficial spoofs and documentaries.Not only will Lucasfilms be sponsoring all this, but it will also allow resources such as sounds and video clips to be used among filmmakers and animators in their projects. Be sure check this out!
Thursday, November 9, 2000
New Jedi Knight Multiplayer Level: The City r1 -
File: The City r1
Author: Rich Springer (Aruke)
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: I really liked this pack: it's and old level pack, but it deserves to be at Massassi, it beats LOTS and LOTS of good new levels. If you don't believe me, download this! Level made by Rich Springer (Aruke) and sent by _Ayub_.
Author: Rich Springer (Aruke)
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: I really liked this pack: it's and old level pack, but it deserves to be at Massassi, it beats LOTS and LOTS of good new levels. If you don't believe me, download this! Level made by Rich Springer (Aruke) and sent by _Ayub_.
New JK/MotS SP/MP Cog: Easy Fog -
File: easyfog.cog
Author: Chris Swan
Description: New fog cog. Will create realistic, reliable fog in any colour with colour mixing for tinged fog. Visibility can be changed and the effect can even be turned on\off by entering\exiting sectors. No 3D card required, no new textures, just one cog and a bit of easy lighting work in the level. See instructions in the cog for more details.
Author: Chris Swan
Description: New fog cog. Will create realistic, reliable fog in any colour with colour mixing for tinged fog. Visibility can be changed and the effect can even be turned on\off by entering\exiting sectors. No 3D card required, no new textures, just one cog and a bit of easy lighting work in the level. See instructions in the cog for more details.
Rbots for Jedi Knight released! -
The long wait is now over. The Jedi Knight version of Rbots 0.21 is now complete and available for download. This is a rather hefty download weighing in at just over 5Mb, compared to 630k for the MotS version. Keep in mind that the code is ported direct from the current MotS version - bugs and all. Head over to the Rbots website to download it. As always check the readme.txt file for details.
Friday, November 10, 2000
New Jedi Knight 3do: barrel.zip -
Download: barrel.zip
Author: Schming
View: Screenshot
Description: Rusty old barrel full of sludge. Perfect for use in industrial levels. May need to be scaled to fit your project. I made this after noticing JK has no good barrels or crates so I may make some crates later. Hope you like it.
Author: Schming
View: Screenshot
Description: Rusty old barrel full of sludge. Perfect for use in industrial levels. May need to be scaled to fit your project. I made this after noticing JK has no good barrels or crates so I may make some crates later. Hope you like it.
New Reviewer -
I'd like to welcome Hoard to the review staff.
Remember, if you'd like to apply to be a reviewer, go to the reviews area, and click on Help Wanted.
New Jedi Knight 3do: itemchest.zip -
Download: itemchest.zip
Author: ApoK_DragonPhinn
View: Screenshot
Description: A wooden item chest. Large enough to fit items inside.
Author: ApoK_DragonPhinn
View: Screenshot
Description: A wooden item chest. Large enough to fit items inside.
New MotS Single Player Level: Vader's Base -
File: Vader's Base
Author: Jaime Muscatelli
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: You are Kyle Katarn, disguised as Darth Vader, sent to infiltrate the real Vader's base. This is a multi-level episode with exciting battles, sneaking about, flying ships, and Darth Vader! This has 4 levels altogether. The screenshots are from the first level. Download to check out the rest...
Author: Jaime Muscatelli
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: You are Kyle Katarn, disguised as Darth Vader, sent to infiltrate the real Vader's base. This is a multi-level episode with exciting battles, sneaking about, flying ships, and Darth Vader! This has 4 levels altogether. The screenshots are from the first level. Download to check out the rest...
New Jedi Knight Multiplayer Level: RC Tower Core -
File: RC Tower Core
Author: Oth
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: This is the first sabering level for Rogue Cammando's Jedi Knight Clan.
Author: Oth
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: This is the first sabering level for Rogue Cammando's Jedi Knight Clan.
New Jedi Knight Mod: CIA Mod 2.0 -
File: CIA Mod 2.0
Author: Willow
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: For those of you who liked CIA Mod 1.0 this is 10,000,000 times better. It's almost the same size but offers new sounds for the guns and now includes a shotgun! The bullets now do anywhere from 5 to 200 damage. You have 100 health instead of 10 and the grapple is now easier to use as you won't die as much from crashing into walls. The machine gun is now the default weapon instead of the crossbow. This is still only my first series of modifications, so it won't be the best patch in the world, but a few people agree it's pretty good. It's important you view the readme file.
Author: Willow
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: For those of you who liked CIA Mod 1.0 this is 10,000,000 times better. It's almost the same size but offers new sounds for the guns and now includes a shotgun! The bullets now do anywhere from 5 to 200 damage. You have 100 health instead of 10 and the grapple is now easier to use as you won't die as much from crashing into walls. The machine gun is now the default weapon instead of the crossbow. This is still only my first series of modifications, so it won't be the best patch in the world, but a few people agree it's pretty good. It's important you view the readme file.
New Jedi Knight Mod: Wolverine: Adamantium Claws -
File: Wolverine: Adamantium Claws
Author: the ~s.y.p.h.e.r.~
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: "What are you lookin at . . . . . . Bub" *SNIKT* Ever wanted to rip through those little stromtrooper chest plates? Now you can, with the Wolverine Adamantium Claws Set! To use in multiplayer, simply pre-select the default green saber, and you're off. Best used with the clan of the Wolverine Skin Pack at massassi.net. Should not use with other skins besides default Katarn.
Author: the ~s.y.p.h.e.r.~
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: "What are you lookin at . . . . . . Bub" *SNIKT* Ever wanted to rip through those little stromtrooper chest plates? Now you can, with the Wolverine Adamantium Claws Set! To use in multiplayer, simply pre-select the default green saber, and you're off. Best used with the clan of the Wolverine Skin Pack at massassi.net. Should not use with other skins besides default Katarn.
New Jedi Knight Mod: Immortal Sabers Pack 3 -
File: Immortal Sabers Pack 3
Author: ID_Junkguy
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: This saber pack gives you a much wider variety of designs to choose from and use in JK multiplayer. Every player can see your new saber, even if they don't have this patch. This is for use with Patch Commander, and does not require any BFP's to be able to use it. It has 25 new sabers, in addition to the 37 sabers from Immortal Sabers Pack 2. It also includes the original JK sabers, for a total of 69 sabers.
Author: ID_Junkguy
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: This saber pack gives you a much wider variety of designs to choose from and use in JK multiplayer. Every player can see your new saber, even if they don't have this patch. This is for use with Patch Commander, and does not require any BFP's to be able to use it. It has 25 new sabers, in addition to the 37 sabers from Immortal Sabers Pack 2. It also includes the original JK sabers, for a total of 69 sabers.
Starport Updated -
Rogue Leader sent in an update to his JK MP level, Starport. The revision in this level removes a bug that unintentionally disabled the use of Force powers by players. This update replaces the level currently hosted here.
Saturday, November 11, 2000
Time is slipping away... -
If you haven't already submitted your level to the Massassi Level Contest #3 then you'd better hurry up. Today is the last day you can enter; levels recieved later then today will most likely not be allowed in.
New Jedi Knight Mod Review: Army Guns Pack -
The Massassi Temple Review Site has just posted a new review of Army Guns Pack. The level was created by blindsaber.
Contest Deadline -
The deadline is officially over, and I've got a ton of killer levels. However, it has been brought to my attention that some people didn't know to send their level to the contest@massassi.net email address. I will refrain from noting the similarities between this and the people in Florida voting incorrectly. Err... Anyway, if you have sent your level to the wrong address, you need to do three things.
So, in case you missed that, I've just extended the deadline to 6AM Pacific TODAY. That's only 6 hours, but it should be enough for everyone that has to make a few small changes... This note was posted shortly after midnight.
- Realize that you failed to follow the instructions that have been made available for the past month. Realize that the rules were not confusing and you had access to them long before the contest deadline. Realize that we have no obligation to accept your submission, since it was your mistake, not ours, that caused the problem. Realize that this post is a direct joke towards the people in Florida that can't follow simple directions, but that we will accept your contest level anyway.
- Email the levels address requesting that your level not be posted.
- Re-submit your level to the contest@massassi.net address by 6AM Pacific TODAY.
So, in case you missed that, I've just extended the deadline to 6AM Pacific TODAY. That's only 6 hours, but it should be enough for everyone that has to make a few small changes... This note was posted shortly after midnight.
New Jedi Knight Multiplayer Level Review: Evil Death Match -
The Massassi Temple Review Site has just posted a new review of Evil Death Match. The level was created by StarSabers.
New JkEdit (3.16) -
Ole Thomasen sent us the following blurb about a new version of JkEdit.
There is a new version of JkEdit 3.16 available at http://www.magicforce.com.
Version 3.16 of JkEdit contain some new enhancements and fixes:
· A new Create Layer command
· A new Hidden Sector Removal algorithm (portal rendering)
· The Create Dome command has been enhanced
· Sometimes splitting of surfaces would not be done correctly
· Sometimes splitting of sectors would not be done correctly
Sunday, November 12, 2000
New MotS Single Player Level Review: Stormtrooper: Vengeance -
The Massassi Temple Review Site has just posted a new review of Stormtrooper: Vengeance. The level was created by Michael Chastant (MikeC).
New MotS Multiplayer Level: Matrix Lobby -
File: Matrix Lobby
Author: eH_Wrecky
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: It's the lobby from The Matrix. I tried to make it the first Matrix level for MotS. It's good for all personalities.
Author: eH_Wrecky
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: It's the lobby from The Matrix. I tried to make it the first Matrix level for MotS. It's good for all personalities.
New Jedi Knight Mod: Dflt Box Man Skin -
File: Dflt Box Man Skin
Author: Elyas Machera
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: Play as EVERYONE'S favorite level - the DFLT Box! Simply load up the GOB and Kyle will be replaced with the Dflt Man Skin
Author: Elyas Machera
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: Play as EVERYONE'S favorite level - the DFLT Box! Simply load up the GOB and Kyle will be replaced with the Dflt Man Skin
Level Contest -
The contest submissions have been sent to all the judges. The level pack itself should debut in about 2 weeks, give or take a few days, depending on how quickly we can come to our decisions and get the gob wrapped up.
New Jedi Knight Multiplayer Level: Skater Park -
File: Skater Park
Author: Adam Freid, a.k.a. KAB_DarkMaul
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: This level looks like a skater park. Well, it almost does: it has ramps you can go up by force speed and jump and spin or do something for a trick. If your lucky, you'll jump (hint hint) into the secret area of the level, especially the Disco Skater Area. Have fun in my first-released level!
Author: Adam Freid, a.k.a. KAB_DarkMaul
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: This level looks like a skater park. Well, it almost does: it has ramps you can go up by force speed and jump and spin or do something for a trick. If your lucky, you'll jump (hint hint) into the secret area of the level, especially the Disco Skater Area. Have fun in my first-released level!
New Jedi Knight Multiplayer Level: Complex -
File: Complex
Author: MightyBob
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: This is my first submitted level so please tell me what I did wrong. This is a small, 2-4 player, completely symetrical level. I strongly recommend play with full Force Seeing and Speed.
Author: MightyBob
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: This is my first submitted level so please tell me what I did wrong. This is a small, 2-4 player, completely symetrical level. I strongly recommend play with full Force Seeing and Speed.
New MotS 3do: mikec_shistavanen_pack.zip -
Download: mikec_shistavanen_pack.zip
Author: MikeC
View: Screenshot
Description: This is a pack of Shistavanen Wolfmen enemies armed with different weapons (stormtrooper rifle, repeater, rail detonator, and a punching enemy). It uses Al McDonald's Lak skin and some great new sounds by Slug. You can see other enemies I am working on at Have Lightsaber Will Travel.
Author: MikeC
View: Screenshot
Description: This is a pack of Shistavanen Wolfmen enemies armed with different weapons (stormtrooper rifle, repeater, rail detonator, and a punching enemy). It uses Al McDonald's Lak skin and some great new sounds by Slug. You can see other enemies I am working on at Have Lightsaber Will Travel.
New Jedi Knight Multiplayer Level: Nostromo II : The Infection -
File: Nostromo II : The Infection
Author: Spiral
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: This is my first level. I was looking through some of my old disks and found this level. I remembered that there were alot of errors in it, so I was toying with the idea of going back through and fixing them, now that I knew how. I decided to leave it as it is. None of these errors are fatal. Just some paper thin walls, and one non planar surface. This doesn't hurt you or effect anything, you can just walk through the floor, but you don't fall. Be careful around that area, you can get stuck if you try hard enough. Despite how it looks, this level is really fun to play with someone else. There are alot of revives close together, and lots of powerful weapons. Might make for interesting gameplay...
Author: Spiral
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: This is my first level. I was looking through some of my old disks and found this level. I remembered that there were alot of errors in it, so I was toying with the idea of going back through and fixing them, now that I knew how. I decided to leave it as it is. None of these errors are fatal. Just some paper thin walls, and one non planar surface. This doesn't hurt you or effect anything, you can just walk through the floor, but you don't fall. Be careful around that area, you can get stuck if you try hard enough. Despite how it looks, this level is really fun to play with someone else. There are alot of revives close together, and lots of powerful weapons. Might make for interesting gameplay...
Monday, November 13, 2000
Star Wars Trilogy on VHS Once More -
The webmaster of StarSabers.Com sends word regarding the Star Wars Trilogy's return to VHS. This from Star Wars Kids:
On Nov. 21, 2000 the Star Wars Trilogy will be released on VHS for a limited time. This special boxed set of Star Wars: A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, and Return of the Jedi features an exclusive ten-minute sneak peak of Episode II. Discover how Episode II fits into the Star Wars saga and enjoy the movies with your whole family.I guess LucasArts was joking when they said the last time they released the Trilogy on VHS it would be the last time. Well, anything for a buck, and it seems LucasArts is hoping to snag some die-hard fans with this 10-minute Episode II preview. For more information, click here.
New Screens @ Vangilis Station -
Vangilis Station has updated with a ton of new screenshots on their latest project, "Nuclear."
Tuesday, November 14, 2000
Server Junk -
The server was down all yesterday evening and last night. I don't know exactly what the problem was, but it was manually rebooted and things seem alright.
Wednesday, November 15, 2000
New Jedi Knight Multiplayer Level: Cargo Ship -
File: Cargo Ship
Author: EAH_Psycho_MaN
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: This level is a cargo ship traveling through space. There are many traps in the level and it is medium sized. Probably best for 2-4 players.
Author: EAH_Psycho_MaN
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: This level is a cargo ship traveling through space. There are many traps in the level and it is medium sized. Probably best for 2-4 players.
New MotS Multiplayer Level: Infernal -
File: Infernal
Author: SAT4N_AD
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: This is a modified version of the Cargo Ship level, focused on gameplay. The level has a new look and some interesting new cogs. Some surfaces have been strategically mag-sealed for rebound shots, and there is a hole into space in the centre of the level. The level is made for more experienced players, so expect a few self kills.
Author: SAT4N_AD
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: This is a modified version of the Cargo Ship level, focused on gameplay. The level has a new look and some interesting new cogs. Some surfaces have been strategically mag-sealed for rebound shots, and there is a hole into space in the centre of the level. The level is made for more experienced players, so expect a few self kills.
New Jedi Knight Multiplayer Level: Desolate Ruins -
File: Desolate Ruins
Author: Gelatinous Drool
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: This is a small multiplayer level set on the ruins of a remote and abandoned planet. There are tons of guns and power-ups... and a few traps and secrets.
Author: Gelatinous Drool
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: This is a small multiplayer level set on the ruins of a remote and abandoned planet. There are tons of guns and power-ups... and a few traps and secrets.
Australian Fat Pipe -
Slashdot is reporting that a 120 gigabit connection is being built between Australia and the US, which is 120 times the capacity of the existing line. It puts a network latency of only 70ms... Does this mean we can finally get some decent JK games in with Aussies? Click here for the full story.
Thursday, November 16, 2000
New Jedi Knight Multiplayer Level: Pyramid -
File: Pyramid
Author: Anthr@x
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: This is a small- to mid-sized multiplayer level. Pyramid shape, catwalks and guns. Force implemented. Should be good for NF Guns, NF Sabers, FF or any other combo. Recommended for 2-4 players. This is my first released level I made a while ago but never got around to gobbing and submitting it. Comments would be appreciated.
Author: Anthr@x
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: This is a small- to mid-sized multiplayer level. Pyramid shape, catwalks and guns. Force implemented. Should be good for NF Guns, NF Sabers, FF or any other combo. Recommended for 2-4 players. This is my first released level I made a while ago but never got around to gobbing and submitting it. Comments would be appreciated.
New Jedi Knight Mod: Marine Suit v.7 -
File: Marine Suit v.7
Author: Paladin
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: Marine suit... ahh, been along time since I've milked that one, well here comes another one! It's 10 times better now, no cheap 3dos when you fire a gun, no not anymore, real bullets go fast, and that's what I have! There's all new mats for sprites, new sprites, blood! This is great! My best mod yet. Try it yourself. Every gun is changed. This mod won't let you down!
Author: Paladin
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: Marine suit... ahh, been along time since I've milked that one, well here comes another one! It's 10 times better now, no cheap 3dos when you fire a gun, no not anymore, real bullets go fast, and that's what I have! There's all new mats for sprites, new sprites, blood! This is great! My best mod yet. Try it yourself. Every gun is changed. This mod won't let you down!
New Jedi Knight Mod: Wraith Weapons Pack -
File: Wraith Weapons Pack
Author: CS_Corran_2
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: This is a beta of my upcoming mod. It features new weapons, a grapple, and a couple other goodies.
Author: CS_Corran_2
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: This is a beta of my upcoming mod. It features new weapons, a grapple, and a couple other goodies.
New Jedi Knight Multiplayer Level: Universal Freedom -
File: Universal Freedom
Author: Sathe Athear
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: This is my first released level, so don't laugh to much... this level is 192m long x 64m wide x 32m high and has five decks... it has plenty of rooms to hide in, a few traps and low lighting in some areas...
Author: Sathe Athear
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: This is my first released level, so don't laugh to much... this level is 192m long x 64m wide x 32m high and has five decks... it has plenty of rooms to hide in, a few traps and low lighting in some areas...
Friday, November 17, 2000
New CleaveLight Plugin for JED -
The guys at the Code Alliance have been busy lately, releasing a new JED plugin called CleaveLight. It promises to crank out some great shadows by the way it cleaves surfaces in a level. Be sure to check it out and see what you think.
Saturday, November 18, 2000
Swoop Removed? -
If you were here a couple days ago (and if the e-mail I've received is any indication, a lot of you were), you might've seen a posting of Swoop, one of the most original and brilliant modifications for Jedi Knight that I've seen. Word got to me that the original authors were concerned about the beta being so readily available, and also that a more final version of Swoop may be available. It drives me nuts to think something this good isn't getting the kind of exposure and play that it deserves, so I truly hope we can see Swoop back here soon!
New MotS Single Player Level: Fight -
File: Fight
Author: Jaime Muscatelli
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: This is a saber-fighting level between you and MAW!!! You are at a landing pad. There is also a new cutscene.
Author: Jaime Muscatelli
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: This is a saber-fighting level between you and MAW!!! You are at a landing pad. There is also a new cutscene.
New Jedi Knight Multiplayer Level: UD Temple -
File: UD Temple
Author: UD_UL_Dread
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: This level is the temple of the Ultimate Destroyers clan. It includes an indoor portion within the temple itself, and an outdoor portion in a cold winter land. This level has everything from elevators to anti-grav tubes. Keep an eye out for secret places, and the special armory!
Author: UD_UL_Dread
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: This level is the temple of the Ultimate Destroyers clan. It includes an indoor portion within the temple itself, and an outdoor portion in a cold winter land. This level has everything from elevators to anti-grav tubes. Keep an eye out for secret places, and the special armory!
New JK SP/MP COG: Cave_Demon's Advanced Teleports -
File: cdsteleport.zip
Author: Cave_Demon
Description: Teleport activated by console. When activated, it will teleport player to storage room, change to camera1, create teleflash in ghost1, then change to camera2 and create flash in ghost2, then it will teleport player to ghost2... it is a lot nicer than other teleports. Also included is another COG, modified from before, which will randomly teleport players between ghost2 - 3, etc. A help doc is included in the zip.
Author: Cave_Demon
Description: Teleport activated by console. When activated, it will teleport player to storage room, change to camera1, create teleflash in ghost1, then change to camera2 and create flash in ghost2, then it will teleport player to ghost2... it is a lot nicer than other teleports. Also included is another COG, modified from before, which will randomly teleport players between ghost2 - 3, etc. A help doc is included in the zip.
New Jedi Knight Multiplayer Level Review: Pyramid -
The Massassi Temple Review Site has just posted a new review of Pyramid. The level was created by Anthr@x.
New Screens @ Dragon Studios -
Dragon Studios has released some new screenshots of Caveman's level, Gothic Hangover, which can be found in the projects page.
New Jedi Knight Multiplayer Level Review: Cargo Ship -
The Massassi Temple Review Site has just posted a new review of Cargo Ship. The level was created by EAH_Psycho_MaN.
Tuesday, November 21, 2000
New Jedi Knight Multiplayer Level: Temple -
File: Temple
Author: Delta_mynock
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: This level should be familiar to anyone who's played GoldenEye... It's made for 4-12 people and is both a great guns level and a sabers level, with 3 large open areas, and lots of guns. There are some health items and shields, but not many, because I like the Goldeneye idea when you're shot you [i]stay[/i] hurt.
Author: Delta_mynock
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: This level should be familiar to anyone who's played GoldenEye... It's made for 4-12 people and is both a great guns level and a sabers level, with 3 large open areas, and lots of guns. There are some health items and shields, but not many, because I like the Goldeneye idea when you're shot you [i]stay[/i] hurt.
New Jedi Knight Multiplayer Level: ReactorDM1: Gothic Deathmatch -
File: ReactorDM1: Gothic Deathmatch
Author: ReAcToR
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: Do you like hardcore, symmetric deathmatch levels without all of the BS? I designed this level for all of you hardcore NF/FF gunners out there. This level would have fit into just about any FPS game, but I think that Jedi Knight lacks Quake-style deathmatch levels such as this one, so I figured that I would create something that the hardcore gunners could enjoy. This is not a Concussion Rifle infested level like so many that we see popping up all over the place, for in TRUE deathmatch, there is more to strategy than just aiming. Enjoy. ;)
Author: ReAcToR
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: Do you like hardcore, symmetric deathmatch levels without all of the BS? I designed this level for all of you hardcore NF/FF gunners out there. This level would have fit into just about any FPS game, but I think that Jedi Knight lacks Quake-style deathmatch levels such as this one, so I figured that I would create something that the hardcore gunners could enjoy. This is not a Concussion Rifle infested level like so many that we see popping up all over the place, for in TRUE deathmatch, there is more to strategy than just aiming. Enjoy. ;)
New MotS 3do: hoth.zip -
New Jedi Knight Multiplayer Level: Theater -
File: Theater
Author: EAH_Psych0_MaN
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: This level is a futuristic theater that is on the top of a tall building with many traps and corridors.
Author: EAH_Psych0_MaN
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: This level is a futuristic theater that is on the top of a tall building with many traps and corridors.
New MotS 3do: awings.zip -
Download: awings.zip
Author: MikeC (with lots of credit to LEC)
View: Screenshot
Description: An A-Wing fighter retextured with the unused textures in MotS.
Author: MikeC (with lots of credit to LEC)
View: Screenshot
Description: An A-Wing fighter retextured with the unused textures in MotS.
New MotS 3do: twings.zip -
Download: twings.zip
Author: MikeC (with lots of credit to LEC)
View: Screenshot
Description: A T-Wing fighter retextured with the unused textures in MotS.
Author: MikeC (with lots of credit to LEC)
View: Screenshot
Description: A T-Wing fighter retextured with the unused textures in MotS.
New MotS 3do: z95s.zip -
Download: z95s.zip
Author: MikeC (with lots of credit to LEC)
View: Screenshot
Description: These are follow-ups on the Y-Wing 3do pack I released previously. This one's a Z-95 fighter retextured with the unused textures in MotS. As always you can see more of my work at Have Lightsaber Will Travel.
Author: MikeC (with lots of credit to LEC)
View: Screenshot
Description: These are follow-ups on the Y-Wing 3do pack I released previously. This one's a Z-95 fighter retextured with the unused textures in MotS. As always you can see more of my work at Have Lightsaber Will Travel.
JK Rbots Character Creation Wizard -
Rbots has reported glorious news of a wizard utility that will allow you to create new Rbots models from exisiting mulitplayer models, or otherwise known as skins.
The utility will merge the models with the normal JK weapon models to create the Rbots models for use with the Rbots SDK for JK. The MotS version doesn't need this utility as it can use multiplayer models directly. Detailed instructions will be included in part 2 of the tutorial which is now in progress.Be sure to check out the full story, as well as the downloads page to download this great new feature.
Tiny Textures Updates -
The folks over at Tiny Textures have updated the 16-bit texture pack with 7 new textures. Be sure to head on over to Tiny Textures and check it out.
New Jedi Knight Multiplayer Level Review: ReactorDM1: Gothic Deathmatch -
The Massassi Temple Review Site has just posted a new review of ReactorDM1: Gothic Deathmatch. The level was created by ReAcToR.
Jedi Nights Redesigns -
Spart sent in this news about Jedi Nights:
We're holding a LOGO Contest to go along with our planned site re-design. Along with the re-design we'll be expanding our games coverage to Obi-wan (the highly anticipated successor to Jedi Knight). We've got lots of things planned for the next year and we're getting to work implementing them now. First up is the site re-design though. All details can be found on our LOGO Contest page. I hope to see an impressive turn out, so get your entries in!So head on over and help JN get going again!
New Jedi Knight Multiplayer Level: Mirrored Oasis -
File: Mirrored Oasis
Author: KOP_blujay
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: Oasis like you've never played it before (literally). You're in Mirrorland!
Author: KOP_blujay
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: Oasis like you've never played it before (literally). You're in Mirrorland!
Obi-Wan Is Shown The Door -
It's a bummer of a day, guys. Obi-Wan, the game we've all been waiting for, is no more. Here's the official company line, cut-n-pasted from the LucasArts site:
Following an extensive review of the project and a great deal of deliberation, LucasArts Entertainment Company has ceased development of Star Wars: Obi-Wan for the PC. The expected breadth and scope of the Obi-Wan project could not be met given limitations of technology and the company's recently heightened quality standards. LucasArts is now planning to bring the game and its assets to a next generation console platform. Further announcements will be made in this regard next year.By all means, feel free to chime in on our message board about it.
LucasArts remains fully committed to developing games for the PC platform, as evidenced by its current development alliances with Verant Interactive, BioWare Corporation, and other soon to be announced projects.
We wish to thank our fans for their continued support through this process and assure them that our number one goal is to provide them with high quality, fun games.
Wednesday, November 22, 2000
Words of Wisdom -
Spart of Jedi Nights has written an article, or more specifically, a rant, on the recent cancellation of the Obi-Wan FPS. It has some pretty good points, so I would recommend you join Spart, read this article, and sigh a sigh of disgust towards LEC.
JkEdit Version 3.17 Released -
Ole Thomasen from Magic Force reports that they have updated their Jedi Knight, MotS, and Dark Forces editor - JkEdit. This new version includes some new enhancements and fixes:
Be sure to pay the homepage of JkEdit, Magic Force, a well-deserved visit to check out the new version of this classic editor.The Expand Surface command has been enhanced The Create Layer command has been improved The Create Dome command has been improved A crash could sometimes happen using portal rendering (Hidden Sector Removal) Moving of a sector has been improved
Obi-Wan Petition -
Luftwaffe sent word about the Obi-Wan petition. So if you still want Obi-Wan on the PC, check it out.
Forum Rules Updated -
The forum rules have been updated to include:
- No posting via proxy if you are banned. If you're banned, don't get someone else to post for you.
- No re-registering if you are banned. If you're banned, that means banned. Do not register another name and start posting again. We will contact your ISP if necessary.
This should clarify a few things.
Thursday, November 23, 2000
New Jedi Knight Single Player Level: Sith Lord Discotech -
File: Sith Lord Discotech
Author: Zippy1000
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: You are the unknown cloned Darth Maul. The only ones that know of you are the other cloned Sith. You have been wrongfully accused of killing Jerec. We all know who did, though; Jerec was their best friend. The Rebels have been able to destroy the cloning facility after they discovered Sith have been cloned, and now the cloned Sith are all out to get you. They have already gathered some Imperials and have taken over your favorite dance\battle arena, the "Sith Lord Discotech". You are much stronger than you think you are. You can fight them, you will get the Sith Lord Discotech back, and YOU WILL HAVE REVENGE!!!
Author: Zippy1000
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: You are the unknown cloned Darth Maul. The only ones that know of you are the other cloned Sith. You have been wrongfully accused of killing Jerec. We all know who did, though; Jerec was their best friend. The Rebels have been able to destroy the cloning facility after they discovered Sith have been cloned, and now the cloned Sith are all out to get you. They have already gathered some Imperials and have taken over your favorite dance\battle arena, the "Sith Lord Discotech". You are much stronger than you think you are. You can fight them, you will get the Sith Lord Discotech back, and YOU WILL HAVE REVENGE!!!
New Jedi Knight Multiplayer Level: Mythril Lode -
File: Mythril Lode
Author: ApoK_Flipmoejack and ApoK_Dragonphinn
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: The Mythril Lode, an abandoned ore mining facility, was produced by DragonPhinn and FlipMoeJack in order to make a nice change of pace from the tired BGJ.
Author: ApoK_Flipmoejack and ApoK_Dragonphinn
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: The Mythril Lode, an abandoned ore mining facility, was produced by DragonPhinn and FlipMoeJack in order to make a nice change of pace from the tired BGJ.
Happy Thanksgiving -
On behalf of the staff here at Massassi, I would like wish you all a very happy Thanksgiving. Remember to be thankful for what you have, as many other people in the world are not as fortunate as we are. And try not to eat too much turkey. :)
Friday, November 24, 2000
New MotS Multiplayer Level Review: The Star Runner -
The Massassi Temple Review Site has just posted a new review of The Star Runner. The level was created by Melvil.
Saturday, November 25, 2000
Level Pack Status -
The judging of levels submitted to the contest is officially over. I will be compiling the list of winners hopefully on Monday. This is due to the fact that some of the judges are gone for this holiday weekend. When the final list is compiled, the winning authors will be contacted about fixing a few small bugs we encountered, and then the pack will be compiled and released. The levels that didn't quite make it (most of the levels submitted were really good) will be released on Massassi before the pack itself.
Sunday, November 26, 2000
JOKE v0.7.5 Released -
I have received word that a new version of the highly advanced 3do editor, JOKE, can now be found at its homepage, Dr0id's Stuff. The new version contains numerous fixed bugs and additions, such as support for showing textures, so be sure to check it out.
Chat room moved -
After a feud with the IRCops and the subsequent banning of #massassi from irc.chatcurcuit.com, the chat room has moved. You can now join in the fun by pointing your IRC client in the direction of irc.holonet.org. You can do this by opening up your options, clicking 'Connect', clicking 'Add' and typing irc.holonet.org into the IRC Server field.
I'll get Brian to alter the Java Chat client to reflect these changes ASAP, but until then you'll have to use a IRC client such as mIRC. Hope to see you there!
I'll get Brian to alter the Java Chat client to reflect these changes ASAP, but until then you'll have to use a IRC client such as mIRC. Hope to see you there!
Chat Applet Updated -
The chat applet works with the new channel now.
Mat16 v0.4 Released -
Jedi Dreams has released version 0.4 of Mat16, a program that converts many types of mats to the infamous 16 bit mat. The new version includes the following updates:
Be sure to head on over to Jedi Dreams and check it out.An added image preview in the open file dialog. The 16-bit mat save/load code is now 90% faster. An updated Mat16 specs file.
Part Two of Rbots Tutorial -
The Rbots page has added part two of the Rbots tutorial that explains how to create new character models to use with the Rbots SDK, and sheds light on how to use the wizard utility.
JOKE v0.7.6 Released -
Dr0id's Stuff has updated JOKE to version 0.7.6, so that it may have support for 16-bit textures. The new version also includes a few bug fixes. Be sure to head on over to Dr0id's Stuff and check it out.
New Jedi Knight Multiplayer Level: SotS Sabering Arena -
File: SotS Sabering Arena
Author: SotS_BlackMaj1k
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: This is a fairly roomy level with two catwalks, a "colliseum", a pyramid, a low-roof room, a slanted room, a rock region and a pool. This level is intended for sabering tournaments with at least 4 people. Overall this level should provide very intense sabering action.
Author: SotS_BlackMaj1k
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: This is a fairly roomy level with two catwalks, a "colliseum", a pyramid, a low-roof room, a slanted room, a rock region and a pool. This level is intended for sabering tournaments with at least 4 people. Overall this level should provide very intense sabering action.
New Jedi Knight Multiplayer Level: Forest of Death -
File: Forest of Death
Author: Curt Obi
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: This is a medium-sized multiplayer level. It consists of a forest with tunnels going out of the forest. The rooms in this level have a lot of things to hide behind, making it ideal for gun battles. There are many hidden passages and traps to keep the game interesting. This level is intended for 2-3 players.
Author: Curt Obi
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: This is a medium-sized multiplayer level. It consists of a forest with tunnels going out of the forest. The rooms in this level have a lot of things to hide behind, making it ideal for gun battles. There are many hidden passages and traps to keep the game interesting. This level is intended for 2-3 players.
New Jedi Knight Multiplayer Level: Duel in the City -
File: Duel in the City
Author: Macmatoch
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: This is the first level I have ever released. It takes place in an unknown city. There are many catwalks for saber dueling and also many features, like theaters, a Cantina, a pool and lots more places to visit.
Author: Macmatoch
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: This is the first level I have ever released. It takes place in an unknown city. There are many catwalks for saber dueling and also many features, like theaters, a Cantina, a pool and lots more places to visit.
New Jedi Knight Multiplayer Level: Saber Fighting Arena -
File: Saber Fighting Arena
Author: BrR_Arbex
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: This is the first level I've tried to make, nothing big... This is a small multiplayer level set in a Tournament Arena (Based on the DragonBall Z Anime). It consists of one platform surrounded by a pit. Designed for saber dueling. This level is intended for 2-4 players, because of its small size. Visit the BrR Clan HP www.brrcla.cjb.net
Author: BrR_Arbex
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: This is the first level I've tried to make, nothing big... This is a small multiplayer level set in a Tournament Arena (Based on the DragonBall Z Anime). It consists of one platform surrounded by a pit. Designed for saber dueling. This level is intended for 2-4 players, because of its small size. Visit the BrR Clan HP www.brrcla.cjb.net
New Jedi Knight Mod: Arsenal 3 -
File: Arsenal 3
Author: Chad
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: This will be my final version of Arsenal. This mod includes a 9mm pistol, UZI 9mm, Frag Grenades, HK-91, M-16, Psg-1, G36k with bayonet, and a Tommy Gun. It will work for multiplayer (see screenshots). The gameplay is changed dramatically with military skins by BlueBot and realistic damage. It still has unlimited neutral force powers and force push as well as unlimited IR. Goggles. Kyle can still do flips and has a new death animation. I also made improvements to singleplayer. Enemies will fire bullets and their guns will make realistic sounds. I have changed the KEY files of most of the enemies deaths. I have made more power-ups for ammo and health. This is by far the best mod I have made. If you liked my two other mods, then download this one.
Author: Chad
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: This will be my final version of Arsenal. This mod includes a 9mm pistol, UZI 9mm, Frag Grenades, HK-91, M-16, Psg-1, G36k with bayonet, and a Tommy Gun. It will work for multiplayer (see screenshots). The gameplay is changed dramatically with military skins by BlueBot and realistic damage. It still has unlimited neutral force powers and force push as well as unlimited IR. Goggles. Kyle can still do flips and has a new death animation. I also made improvements to singleplayer. Enemies will fire bullets and their guns will make realistic sounds. I have changed the KEY files of most of the enemies deaths. I have made more power-ups for ammo and health. This is by far the best mod I have made. If you liked my two other mods, then download this one.
New Jedi Knight Multiplayer Level: Wolfy DM -
File: Wolfy DM
Author: Elyas Machera/Wolfy
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: A compilation of three levels that I've been working on on-and-off, all designed for sabers, though at the behest of a friend, I added guns to Ruins of Nowhere.
Author: Elyas Machera/Wolfy
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: A compilation of three levels that I've been working on on-and-off, all designed for sabers, though at the behest of a friend, I added guns to Ruins of Nowhere.
New MotS Single Player Level: Battleground Sith Preview -
File: Battleground Sith Preview
Author: Rhettman
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: A preview of Sith Ruins from the upcoming Continuing Adventures of Mara Jade. A showcase of eye candy, featuring great architecture and amazing 16-bit mats. Please note, this is a saber duel level, and gameplay is nowhere near as intense as in the final release...
Author: Rhettman
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: A preview of Sith Ruins from the upcoming Continuing Adventures of Mara Jade. A showcase of eye candy, featuring great architecture and amazing 16-bit mats. Please note, this is a saber duel level, and gameplay is nowhere near as intense as in the final release...
New Jedi Knight Multiplayer Level: Stargate -
File: Stargate
Author: JK_addict
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: Designed after the movie Stargate (not the TV show). Layout is based mostly on screenshots from the DVD. Activate the gate and then run through it and you'll be taken to a faraway land. Guns/sabers. Best with at least some Jump, Speed and Seeing. Player starts with NO weapons, kinda like GoldenEye.
Author: JK_addict
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: Designed after the movie Stargate (not the TV show). Layout is based mostly on screenshots from the DVD. Activate the gate and then run through it and you'll be taken to a faraway land. Guns/sabers. Best with at least some Jump, Speed and Seeing. Player starts with NO weapons, kinda like GoldenEye.
New Jedi Knight Multiplayer Level: ApoK Furor Heights -
File: ApoK Furor Heights
Author: ApoK_DragonPhinn , ApoK_FlipMoeJack
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: Furor Heights is your standard deathmatch, catering to players of all Force inclinations. The small level is perfect for 2-4 gunning or sabering, with just enough power-ups to keep things interesting.
Author: ApoK_DragonPhinn , ApoK_FlipMoeJack
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: Furor Heights is your standard deathmatch, catering to players of all Force inclinations. The small level is perfect for 2-4 gunning or sabering, with just enough power-ups to keep things interesting.
Monday, November 27, 2000
New Jedi Knight Single Player Level Review: Sith Lord Discotech -
The Massassi Temple Review Site has just posted a new review of Sith Lord Discotech. The level was created by Zippy1000.
Tuesday, November 28, 2000
Contest Update -
I have received all the reports from the judges. I will be contacting the winners tomorrow about fixing the few small bugs we found in their levels (I think this is a better approach than releasing a pack with bugs in it - I'm sure there will still be a few, but hopefully not as many). I'm not exactly sure how long this will take, as it depends on the authors. Expect some of the levels that didn't make it to start showing up tomorrow...
Contest Winners Announced! -
The contest winners were announced, and they can be found here. Congratulations to all who submitted levels - the contest was very close, as there were a ton of great submissions. I have emailed the winners with the bug reports, so as soon as they finish up, I will compile the pack and release it. I'm guessing Friday, don't hold me to that, though!
Please Note: We will not be conducting manual recounts. We feel the original count and the machine recount were accurate. If you disagree, please go to Florida and protest.
Please Note: We will not be conducting manual recounts. We feel the original count and the machine recount were accurate. If you disagree, please go to Florida and protest.
Wednesday, November 29, 2000
New Jedi Knight Multiplayer Level Review: Canyon Desert -
The Massassi Temple Review Site has just posted a new review of Canyon Desert. The level was created by Lightside.
New Reviews @ TACC -
The Admiral's Command Chamber has updated with two new level reviews for your reading pleasure. A bunch of other reviews are in progress and should be appearing later this week, so be sure to visit the site frequently to stay updated!
New Jedi Knight Multiplayer Level: Acid Storage Facility -
File: Acid Storage Facility
Author: MaDaVentor
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: A smallish level designed mostly for saber battles. It takes place in an Acid Storage Facility. With catwalks, and curving halls, it should provide plenty of fast fun gameplay, along with some nice eye candy. I hope you like it!
Editor's Note: This level missed the MLP3 by inches, so if you're looking for a quality sabering level, this is it.
Author: MaDaVentor
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: A smallish level designed mostly for saber battles. It takes place in an Acid Storage Facility. With catwalks, and curving halls, it should provide plenty of fast fun gameplay, along with some nice eye candy. I hope you like it!
Editor's Note: This level missed the MLP3 by inches, so if you're looking for a quality sabering level, this is it.
New MotS Single Player Level Review: Zella -
The Massassi Temple Review Site has just posted a new review of Zella. The level was created by Jaime Muscatelli.
Gamecenter's Inside LEC -
Gamecenter posted an interview today with Simon Jeffrey, president of LEC. In the interview, Jeffrey mentions the Obi-Wan petition, and why Obi-Wan was canceled for the PC. Be sure to take a look.
Petition Publicity -
Our very own AKPiggott is getting a fair amount of publicity on gaming sites. Here's a short item by PCZone.
How to Get a Job in the Gaming Biz -
Cliff Bleszinski of Epic Games posted an article on how to get a job in the gaming business. If you're an aspiring level or art designer, take a look.
Star Wars Galaxies Announced -
Thanks to Blue's News by way of fourwood. Lucasarts has announced Star Wars Galaxies, the massively multiplayer online role playing game being developed by Verant, the creators of EverQuest. The official web site, www.starwarsgalaxies.com, is set to debut tomorrow. More details when we get them...
Lucasarts Interview: Part 2 -
Gamecenter has released the second half of their Lucasarts interview. It focuses a lot on the recently announced Star Wars Galaxies, so if you're looking for some info, check it out.
Big Star Wars Online News -
Wow. It's been it while, but there's finally some news from Verant and LucasArts concering the Massively Multiplayer Online game they announced earlier this year. Check out the official press release:
LucasArts Announces Star Wars Galaxies as Online Game Series' Brand NameYou can read the whole report here.
To Launch Official Information Site With Sony Online Entertainment
www.starwarsgalaxies.com To Launch November 30
SAN RAFAEL, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 29, 2000--LucasArts Entertainment Company LLC today announced Star Wars® Galaxies(TM) as the formal series brand name for their massively multiplayer online role-playing games. On November 30 LucasArts, in conjunction with Sony Online Entertainment Inc., will launch the game's official information site, www.starwarsgalaxies.com.
The Star Wars Galaxies Web site will debut with three active community relations message boards and a list of frequently asked questions fielded by the game's development team. Each message board will provide a forum for feedback to and from the Star Wars Galaxies' team in the following areas: A General Discussion Board for all game-related issues, a Developers Board for game development queries, and a Role Playing Board for "in character'' discussion.
"We see this Web site as an important step toward building a strong community for the Star Wars Galaxies line of games," says Simon Jeffery, president of LucasArts. "We firmly believe that consistent and open communication with fans will be one of the keys to the success of the Star Wars Galaxies experience."
"We're thrilled to provide Star Wars fans and the Station's users with a forum that will generate enthusiasm for the game," says Kelly Flock, president of Sony Online Entertainment. "This is one way fans can be involved in the creative process of developing the highly anticipated Star Wars Galaxies online series of games."
The Star Wars Galaxies game series is being developed by Verant Interactive, a division of Sony Online Entertainment, and will be distributed and sold at retail by LucasArts and available for play exclusively online at The Station@sony.com ( www.station.sony.com ). The game is expected to go into first round testing in late 2001.
Thursday, November 30, 2000
New Jedi Knight Multiplayer Level: Sabergroove -
File: Sabergroove
Author: Talon
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: A small level made with saber dueling in mind. Bust out the saber and get your groove going.
Author: Talon
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: A small level made with saber dueling in mind. Bust out the saber and get your groove going.
New Jedi Knight Multiplayer Level: Lava Camp -
File: Lava Camp
Author: Dash
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: An MP level set on an Imperial Asteroid.
Author: Dash
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: An MP level set on an Imperial Asteroid.
New Jedi Knight Multiplayer Level: Deth 2 -
File: Deth 2
Author: DarkMaul 2
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: This level takes place on Deth 2, where ancient Jedi used to battle in the times of Exar Kun. Deth 2 is the second moon of Deth, a place where somebody goes in, but ain't nobody comin' out. The arena is off in an area in the mountains.
Author: DarkMaul 2
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: This level takes place on Deth 2, where ancient Jedi used to battle in the times of Exar Kun. Deth 2 is the second moon of Deth, a place where somebody goes in, but ain't nobody comin' out. The arena is off in an area in the mountains.
New Jedi Knight Multiplayer Level: Desert Fortress -
File: Desert Fortress
Author: Cave_Demon
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: This is a Canyon Oasis/Battleground Jedi type of multiplayer level with turret tower, water traps and other fun thigs... (the weapons featured in these screenshots are NOT from this level)
Author: Cave_Demon
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: This is a Canyon Oasis/Battleground Jedi type of multiplayer level with turret tower, water traps and other fun thigs... (the weapons featured in these screenshots are NOT from this level)
New Jedi Knight Multiplayer Level: Monolith -
File: Monolith
Author: Dave Allsopp
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: A compact multiplayer level for 2-4 players with tricks, traps and a big secret.
Author: Dave Allsopp
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: A compact multiplayer level for 2-4 players with tricks, traps and a big secret.
New Jedi Knight Multiplayer Level: Destiny's Abyss -
File: Destiny's Abyss
Author: Jimanatore
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: An arena combat level with vertical gameplay.
Author: Jimanatore
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: An arena combat level with vertical gameplay.
New Jedi Knight Multiplayer Level: Death Star Arena -
File: Death Star Arena
Author: Craig Urquhart
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: This is a big multiplayer level set on the Death Star, and is intended for 4-8 players. I've copied a few of the areas from the movie and I also made a few of my own design. You can recreate the famous saber duel between Obi-Wan and Darth Vader, or just chase people around the corridors pretending you're Han Solo.
Author: Craig Urquhart
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: This is a big multiplayer level set on the Death Star, and is intended for 4-8 players. I've copied a few of the areas from the movie and I also made a few of my own design. You can recreate the famous saber duel between Obi-Wan and Darth Vader, or just chase people around the corridors pretending you're Han Solo.
New Jedi Knight Multiplayer Level: Frantic -
File: Frantic
Author: DeTRiTiC-iQ
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: A small, very fast sabers level, with very good framerate and a teleporter system to get you instantly back to the central area. There is a concussion rifle in this level but it is difficult to obtain without Force Jump or exceptionally good timing...
Author: DeTRiTiC-iQ
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: A small, very fast sabers level, with very good framerate and a teleporter system to get you instantly back to the central area. There is a concussion rifle in this level but it is difficult to obtain without Force Jump or exceptionally good timing...
EditPlus Cog Files Posted -
I've added Cog syntax, auto-complete, and template files for use with EditPlus to the misc. section. You can download them here, and see a screenshot of what the result looks like here.
New Jedi Knight Multiplayer Level: Armageddon Hall -
File: Armageddon Hall
Author: Evil_Greven
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: A champion in battle? No matter. All champions fight here. The winner is surpreme. Obviously, you were defeated before, as this is the Hall of Battle; the Champion's Last Fight; the Armageddon Hall. Souls of victors you will fight here, for this will decide your fate, and theirs...
Author: Evil_Greven
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: A champion in battle? No matter. All champions fight here. The winner is surpreme. Obviously, you were defeated before, as this is the Hall of Battle; the Champion's Last Fight; the Armageddon Hall. Souls of victors you will fight here, for this will decide your fate, and theirs...
New Jedi Knight Multiplayer Level: 20,000 Fathoms Under the Sea -
File: 20,000 Fathoms Under the Sea
Author: Moonraker
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: A medium-sized level set in the shadowy remains of a deep sea station. It is lighted fairly dark so opponents can hide in the shadows and capture their prey by surprise. This level was meant to be for pure deathmatch, nothing else.
Author: Moonraker
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: A medium-sized level set in the shadowy remains of a deep sea station. It is lighted fairly dark so opponents can hide in the shadows and capture their prey by surprise. This level was meant to be for pure deathmatch, nothing else.
New Jedi Knight Multiplayer Level: Erectheion -
File: Erectheion
Author: Ztok32
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: Deep in Athens lie the sacred ruins of Erectheion Temple... this level was made for Sabers only, NF or Force Jump. Enjoy.
Author: Ztok32
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: Deep in Athens lie the sacred ruins of Erectheion Temple... this level was made for Sabers only, NF or Force Jump. Enjoy.
New Jedi Knight Multiplayer Level: Micro -
File: Micro
Author: Lt_Greywolf
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: What if Kyle was only 6" tall, while everything around you was still regularly-sized?
Author: Lt_Greywolf
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: What if Kyle was only 6" tall, while everything around you was still regularly-sized?
New Jedi Knight Multiplayer Level: Temple of Power -
File: Temple of Power
Author: DarkMaul 2
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: This new level is highly action-packed and is easy to explore for fast action. Note: activate Force Jump. It takes place in ancient temple in the skies of Bespin. The temple was built strictly for deathmatch.
Author: DarkMaul 2
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: This new level is highly action-packed and is easy to explore for fast action. Note: activate Force Jump. It takes place in ancient temple in the skies of Bespin. The temple was built strictly for deathmatch.
New Jedi Knight Multiplayer Level: Castle Conflict -
File: Castle Conflict
Author: Naythn
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: A medium-sized castle surrounded by a moat and some hills. Includes lots of vertical elements to add to gameplay.
Author: Naythn
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: A medium-sized castle surrounded by a moat and some hills. Includes lots of vertical elements to add to gameplay.
New Jedi Knight Multiplayer Level: Baron's Hed Deathmatch -
File: Baron's Hed Deathmatch
Author: Rogue Leader
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: A small level set outside of Baron's Hed. All weapons present and should be a good size for 2-4 players.
Author: Rogue Leader
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: A small level set outside of Baron's Hed. All weapons present and should be a good size for 2-4 players.
New Jedi Knight Multiplayer Level: London -
File: London
Author: Spiral
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: This level takes place in old London, and was inspired by the Playstation game, "Nightmare Creatures".
Author: Spiral
Screenshots: Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2
Description: This level takes place in old London, and was inspired by the Playstation game, "Nightmare Creatures".
Wow... -
As you might guess, the levels below are the contest entries that did not make the pack. Having the privilege of playing a few of these levels these past couple of weeks, I can clearly see the judges' jobs were far from easy. My personal congratulations to all who participated. These levels will definitely provide some great times in all those matches yet to come.
London & Lava Camp Fixed -
Friday, December 1, 2000
New Reviewer -
I'd like to welcome zParaduck to the Massassi review staff. Look for his first review soon.
New Jedi Knight Multiplayer Level Review: London -
The Massassi Temple Review Site has just posted a new review of London. The level was created by Spiral.
Updates @ SWTTC -
The Star Wars Trilogy TC has updated its site with quite a few new items of enjoyment. Most importantly, there is a preview level available for download in the download page; this is a preview of a Mos Eisley level that Earl and Ajay worked on for a small while. There are also other small updates, such as the announcing of the 16-bitized Dewback photo on the forums, so be sure to head on over to SWTTC and check it out.
Three Tiny Textures -
Tiny Textures has added three more textures to its 16-bit gallery.
New Jedi Knight Multiplayer Level Review: Armageddon Hall -
The Massassi Temple Review Site has just posted a new review of Armageddon Hall. The level was created by Evil_Greven.
StarWarsGalaxies.com goes live. -
It's finally happened - There's more out there then just a press release or two considering the Massively Multiplayer Online Star Wars game LucasArts and Sony first told us about many months ago. As announced yesterday, www.starwarsgalaxies.com launched this afternoon. Currently it's not much to look at, but the forums are already quite active. Raph Koster, Creative Director at Verant, posted a note on this thread that some people may want to read:
We knew, of course, that there would be skeptics. We're not going to try to keep the skeptics from stating their opinions. Plus, skeptics often have valid concerns, and we can learn from that. As long as everyone stays civil and constructive, honest disagreement is a good thing, it leads to a stronger community. And we want a strong community, one that is open and friendly and that cares about improving the game.I'm still skeptic, of course, but I wish Verant luck! :)
That said, please don't get too skeptical too early. We've got a lot we haven't talked about publicly yet, but over the months to come, more will be revealed. We're definitely aware that the number of players who will likely be interested is going to be a huge factor, and we'll definitely take that into account in the game design.