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Vietnam - COD5
In case you've not been around lately, the first go around of a 'Nam mod for COD:WW as mentioned previously was very much a let down. The maps are well-made but most all too large for our small group. And the model/play modifications were very minor. So it didn't last long.
Instead we've been running the RGN Vietnam mod which has better (for us) maps and more customization (skins, weapons, napalm, etc). A few bugs still being worked out (sounds, tripwires, messages, etc) that should be fixed in the upcoming patch.
I think this RGN mod is a "keeper" and we'll switch between that and their flagship AWE5 mod that we usually run for the foreseeable future.
Note: You'll need to install the RGN mod/maps locally; too big for our redirect server. Download the client installer.
Star Wars - COD4
The Black Monkeys now have a new "Frag Movie" video out that shows more of the map movement and weapons inventory. I wish they'd shown additional video of the weapons in use but at least you can get an idea of the variety available. They are still pushing to release the Beta by year-end....we'll see!
Battlefield Bad Company 2
Talk of this release is all the rage in the FPS gaming circles, and if you watch a few of the videos you can see why. The BF series has always been (in my mind) an alternative to COD and now with the crappy direction that ATVI is moving console-wise, it might well be worth a look next year.
Release date is March 2nd, 2010.
In closing, I do want to wish everyone a cheery and safe holiday season! It's been pretty scarce on the player attendance the past few weeks, and it appears we've lost MB completely...he'll be greatly missed. Hopefully the player count will improve after the holidays.
Mamba, out
