Lamer Tamers Moves In!
by Phoebus [10:27 am PT - Mar. 23, 2001]
Please welcome our latest hosted Rune Horde, Lamer Tamers! Stop by their home base and welcome them, join them, challenge them... just don't call them lamers! :)
Rune: Halls of Valhalla Press Release
by Za0oO [8:47 am PT - Mar. 21, 2001]
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Dallas, TX, March 21, 2001 - High-end computer and video game publisher GodGames (www.godgames.com), a subsidiary of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ-TTWO), today announced the development of Rune: Halls of Valhalla, the official multiplayer expansion pack for the highly acclaimed PC game Rune. It can be played as both a stand-alone multiplayer game, as well as an expansion to the original. Rune: Halls of Valhalla will be published for the PC by GodGames and distributed by Jack of All Games for a suggested retail price of $19.99.
Rune: Halls of Valhalla offers players a chance to satiate their bloodlust with frenzied multiplayer action, two new modes (Headball and Arena) and additional maps, along with a multitude of new, animated creatures including three new fearsome female characters. The Headball mode is a team based sports game in which players rend the limbs or heads of their enemies and score points by throwing them through a goal. It's kill or be killed in the Arena mode as gamers compete in one-on-one duels against varying opponents. Fans of the original game can expand their multiplayer play with the host of expanded new content, while Viking virgins will have access to the original multiplayer maps and characters featured in Rune. Similar to the original game, Rune: Halls of Valhalla will utilize an enhanced version of Epic Games' Unreal Tournament game engine and will feature amazingly life-like animations, a detailed weapon system and a unique combat system. Rune: Halls of Valhalla Features Include:- Two new play modes: Headball and Arena and a host of new characters.
- Online multiplayer play with access to all the original maps and characters featured in Rune as well as expanded, new content.
- Original in-game music content created exclusively for Rune: Halls of Valhalla.
- 33 new maps available across all game modes including seven maps designed by fans.
- Improved Internet code.
- New combat style with added defensive options such as the ability to deflect thrown weapons and improved shields.
Rune: Halls of Valhalla, a Multiplayer Expansion Pack for the critically acclaimed Rune, to be released this april.
More Add-On Pack News: April Release Planned
by Gwynhala [6:43 pm PT - Mar. 19, 2001]
Tim Gerritsen of Human Head provides more insights into the new Rune add-on pack, Halls of Valhalla, right here on this thread. Three female models, two Roman gladiators, lots of maps, improved netcode, and a Mac version are all mentioned in just enough juicy detail...
Pygmalion 0.3 (.3DS Export, Skin Maps, and More)
by Gwynhala [4:14 am PT - Mar. 19, 2001]
Version 0.3 of Pygmalion, the model import / export tool for Rune, is ready for download. The new version features basic polygon reduction, export of individual poses of a mesh, creation of triangle maps showing a mesh's texture boundaries, export to .3DS format, and bug fixes related to texture coordinate handling and Win2K operation. Check out the Rigfolk site for a longer write-up and more information.
RuneNews Featured Shot Submission
by Phoebus [3:36 pm PT - Mar. 17, 2001]
Now you can easily submit your screenshot to be viewed on our main page by the entire community!
In order to use our automated feature, here's what we need from you: · Full image (640x480, 72 dpi; 40k max file size preferred; JPEG format only)
· Thumbnail of the image (180x135, 72 dpi; 5k max file size preferred; JPEG format only)
· Caption (short text to go along with your screenshot)
· Email (contact email - won't be used for anything but your credit)
· Name (real name and/or nickname, for your credit) Don't be shy, submit yours today! ;-)
Rune Add-On Pack News: Halls of Valhalla
by Gwynhala [11:12 am PT - Mar. 17, 2001]
Two news stories this week caught our eye with teasers about the new Rune add-on pack, Halls of Valhalla. This pack emphasizes multiplayer and features new models (including a good lookin' female and a mean lookin' Ghengis Khan type), new game play modes, new maps, and lots of bug fixes and enhancements. Check out IGN's article for some advance info on gameplay, then follow this link at RuneGame and click through to get a look at the box art.
Goblin Of Truth Mutator
by Za0oO [9:21 am PT - Mar. 14, 2001]
"You can get your very own cut-price Goblin of Truth, it doesn't sing, dance or tell stories. No your Goblin of Truth Statue will providen limitless enjoyment and the ability to see into the future!"
Basically a mutator which replaces the Goblin Statue with a Goblin of Truth Statue. Ask a question and stroke the Goblin (gently please!) and he will answer! (In time honoured 8-Ball fashion). To grab this once in a lifetime fashion accesory (all the cool boys and girls have one!). Click here to get it.
NB: Goblin of Truth has not been tested and may not function correctly (report all bugs here or to my e-mail address). Please keep out of the way of reanimation spells and house-hold pets. In the event of an accident find a large axe.
New Clan: Babbarian Hord
by Za0oO [9:18 am PT - Mar. 14, 2001]
There's a new clan formed over at the Barbarrian Hord HQ, so if you're interested in joining their ranks or simply want to challenge them, go ahead!
Looking Ahead With Ted Halsted!
by Phoebus [1:44 pm PT - Mar. 5, 2001]
Our own Gwynhala interviews Ted Halsted, Artist and Co-Founder at Human Head Studios, talking of things past, present and future. Don't delay, head to the interview right here for all the goods!
Rune 1.04 Patch News
by Gwynhala [10:22 pm PT - Mar. 2, 2001]
Chris Rhinehart of Human Head has posted an update on the Version 1.04 Rune patch. The patch, which is undergoing some final tweaks, includes many new features and bug fixes, as well as improved net code, better weapons balance, and a female player model. Drool. We can't wait to check it out!
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