C3ll.net : News http://www.c3ll.net/ PC Gaming Clan. Join the infinite WAR with C3LL. en-gb maleko@nospam.com (Black Cell) maleko@nospam.com (Black Cell) Sat, 19 May 2012 08:16:46 +0200 Sat, 19 May 2012 08:16:46 +0200 http://backend.userland.com/rss e107 (http://e107.org) hourly 1 60 C3ll.net : News http://www.c3ll.net/e107_images/c3lllink.gif http://www.c3ll.net/ 88 31 PC Gaming Clan. Join the infinite WAR with C3LL. Battlefield 3: Three new expansion packs announced http://www.c3ll.net/news.php?item.345.2 In June, take the battle indoors with our new themed expansion pack Battlefield 3: Close Quarters! This will be followed by all-out vehicle warfare in Battlefield 3: Armored Kill, featuring the biggest map in Battlefield history. Read on for the very first details about these upcoming expansion packs and more.

We are happy to announce the first details on our June expansion pack Battlefield 3: Close Quarters. As the battlefield moves indoors, we will drop you into frantic and relentless infantry combat where the tight level design and vertical gameplay creates a highly competitive environment.

By introducing high definition destruction, everything from furniture to plaster can be shot to pieces, and rubble and broken pieces will pile up on the floor as the battle rages on. Like all of our themed expansion packs, this is much more than just new maps, as we also include new weapons, Assignments, and dog tags to bring back to the base game — much in the same way as we did for Battlefield 3: Back to Karkand.

But we’re not stopping there. This fall will see some truly epic all-out vehicle warfare in our third expansion pack, Battlefield 3: Armored Kill. Featuring new drivable tanks, ATV’s, mobile artillery, and more — and to top it off, the biggest map in Battlefield history.

We also have a fourth expansion pack lined up for you: Battlefield 3: End Game, but details about that one remain tightly guarded for now. In addition to these three expansion packs and our upcoming Spring update, we will also add a much requested feature: a fully integrated rent-a-server program for console players. We will detail this program fully later, closer to launch.



Source: http://blogs.battlefield.com/2012/03/new-bf3-expansion-pack-announced/
]]> In June, take the battle indoors with our new themed expansion pack Battlefield 3: Close Quarters! This will be followed by all-out vehicle warfare in Battlefield 3: Armored Kill, featuring the biggest map in Battlefield history. Read on for the very first details about these upcoming expansion packs and more.

We are happy to announce the first details on our June expansion pack Battlefield 3: Close Quarters. As the battlefield moves indoors, we will drop you into frantic and relentless infantry combat where the tight level design and vertical gameplay creates a highly competitive environment.

By introducing high definition destruction, everything from furniture to plaster can be shot to pieces, and rubble and broken pieces will pile up on the floor as the battle rages on. Like all of our themed expansion packs, this is much more than just new maps, as we also include new weapons, Assignments, and dog tags to bring back to the base game — much in the same way as we did for Battlefield 3: Back to Karkand.

But we’re not stopping there. This fall will see some truly epic all-out vehicle warfare in our third expansion pack, Battlefield 3: Armored Kill. Featuring new drivable tanks, ATV’s, mobile artillery, and more — and to top it off, the biggest map in Battlefield history.

We also have a fourth expansion pack lined up for you: Battlefield 3: End Game, but details about that one remain tightly guarded for now. In addition to these three expansion packs and our upcoming Spring update, we will also add a much requested feature: a fully integrated rent-a-server program for console players. We will detail this program fully later, closer to launch.



Source: http://blogs.battlefield.com/2012/03/new-bf3-expansion-pack-announced/
]]> News Tylo Sat, 10 Mar 2012 12:26:08 +0100 http://www.c3ll.net/news.php?item.345.2 Battlefield 3 preorder perks confirmed http://www.c3ll.net/news.php?item.344.2
As was the case for EA's latest Medal of Honor installment, the Battlefield 3 Limited Edition carries a standard edition price tag of $59.99 on all three platforms. Those who preorder the Limited Edition will gain free access to the Back to Karkand map pack. EA did not indicate whether the Back to Karkand pack will be available to those who do not prepurchase Battlefield 3 and had not responded to requests for comment as of press time.

Highlighting the Back to Karkand map pack are four playfields from Battlefield 2 that have been updated with DICE's new Frostbite 2 engine. Unfortunately, EA did not indicate which classic Battlefield 2 maps would be included in the pack. Gamers will also find an assortment of Battlefield 2 weapons and vehicles, as well as "unique rewards" and achievements/trophies.

http://uk.gamespot.com/news/6300413.html?tag=latestheadlines%3Btitle%3B6
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As was the case for EA's latest Medal of Honor installment, the Battlefield 3 Limited Edition carries a standard edition price tag of $59.99 on all three platforms. Those who preorder the Limited Edition will gain free access to the Back to Karkand map pack. EA did not indicate whether the Back to Karkand pack will be available to those who do not prepurchase Battlefield 3 and had not responded to requests for comment as of press time.

Highlighting the Back to Karkand map pack are four playfields from Battlefield 2 that have been updated with DICE's new Frostbite 2 engine. Unfortunately, EA did not indicate which classic Battlefield 2 maps would be included in the pack. Gamers will also find an assortment of Battlefield 2 weapons and vehicles, as well as "unique rewards" and achievements/trophies.

http://uk.gamespot.com/news/6300413.html?tag=latestheadlines%3Btitle%3B6
[Submitted by A1EXE]
]]> News Maleko Thu, 14 Apr 2011 12:28:58 +0200 http://www.c3ll.net/news.php?item.344.2 Battlefield 3 Gameplay Trailer Analysis http://www.c3ll.net/news.php?item.343.2 Arabic Setting
The most obvious reveal is that the whole trailer is set within a dusty Arabic location. Not surprising considering Battlefield 2â??s heavy focus on Middle East levels though. This is shown mid-way through, where Arabic letting is seen on one of the doors.

Interaction With Environment
Your character will visually interact with the environment around them, as seen at the start of the trailer when the character lifts his hand to steady himself against the roof of the transport as he exits. Lessons from Mirrorâ??s Edge have made their way in here, it seems.

â??Uncanny valley, here we come.â?

It Looks Outstanding
It might be a churlish point to make, but it's rare that a game looks so good we have to watch its trailer several times just to be certain weâ??re not seeing things. The monochrome glare after leaving the transport, the fast-paced sprint down a detailed alleyway; everything has a very high-quality graphical edge.

Character Animations Are Photo-Realistic
Watch as the character sprints alongside his allies or when a team-mate is shot and drops to the ground; itâ??s difficult to tell yourself itâ??s not real. This is the most realistic in-game animation weâ??ve seen for a long time: uncanny valley, here we come.

Squad-Based Gameplay
Sticking together in a squad has always been important in Battlefield 3, and the same is true here. Teaming up to batter through a door or drag your wounded ally to safety are just a couple of examples shown in the trailer. And, obviously, all provided through that very impressive visual sheen.

Best Particle Effects, Ever
Did you notice those sparks on the roof of the interior section? Or the flicker of flames in a barrel? How about the dust billow off the team-mate who gets shot? No, of course you didnâ??t. Because the best particle effects are the ones you never notice, making Battlefield 3 look ever more realistic.

Different Levels Of Destruction
Towards the end of the trailer youâ??ll notice a section on top of the rooftop. The tower block opposite begins to collapse before the trailer ends, however, the interesting feature is how parts of the concrete wall chip away under bullet fire. Yes, this has been done before, but never with such uncanny effects.

The Trailer Is Non Format Specific
Thereâ??s no suggestions in the trailer about what format this video is playing on. While sources tell us it will be looking just as gorgeous on Xbox 360 and PS3, itâ??s more likely that it was all played from a very high-end PC.

Character Will Be Kidnapped
If you're paying close attention to the end of the video you'll notice a section where an attacker punches the character in the face, suggesting a section where you might be kidnapped and taken as hostage. It wouldn't be the first time.

Battlefield 2 Maps Available
At the end you'll see the message about pre-orders, earning yourself the map 'Back To Karkand' if you do. As Battlefield 2 fans will know, Karkand is one of the most popular maps around, and one NowGamer looks forward to revisiting in Battlefield 3.
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]]> Arabic Setting
The most obvious reveal is that the whole trailer is set within a dusty Arabic location. Not surprising considering Battlefield 2â??s heavy focus on Middle East levels though. This is shown mid-way through, where Arabic letting is seen on one of the doors.

Interaction With Environment
Your character will visually interact with the environment around them, as seen at the start of the trailer when the character lifts his hand to steady himself against the roof of the transport as he exits. Lessons from Mirrorâ??s Edge have made their way in here, it seems.

â??Uncanny valley, here we come.â?

It Looks Outstanding
It might be a churlish point to make, but it's rare that a game looks so good we have to watch its trailer several times just to be certain weâ??re not seeing things. The monochrome glare after leaving the transport, the fast-paced sprint down a detailed alleyway; everything has a very high-quality graphical edge.

Character Animations Are Photo-Realistic
Watch as the character sprints alongside his allies or when a team-mate is shot and drops to the ground; itâ??s difficult to tell yourself itâ??s not real. This is the most realistic in-game animation weâ??ve seen for a long time: uncanny valley, here we come.

Squad-Based Gameplay
Sticking together in a squad has always been important in Battlefield 3, and the same is true here. Teaming up to batter through a door or drag your wounded ally to safety are just a couple of examples shown in the trailer. And, obviously, all provided through that very impressive visual sheen.

Best Particle Effects, Ever
Did you notice those sparks on the roof of the interior section? Or the flicker of flames in a barrel? How about the dust billow off the team-mate who gets shot? No, of course you didnâ??t. Because the best particle effects are the ones you never notice, making Battlefield 3 look ever more realistic.

Different Levels Of Destruction
Towards the end of the trailer youâ??ll notice a section on top of the rooftop. The tower block opposite begins to collapse before the trailer ends, however, the interesting feature is how parts of the concrete wall chip away under bullet fire. Yes, this has been done before, but never with such uncanny effects.

The Trailer Is Non Format Specific
Thereâ??s no suggestions in the trailer about what format this video is playing on. While sources tell us it will be looking just as gorgeous on Xbox 360 and PS3, itâ??s more likely that it was all played from a very high-end PC.

Character Will Be Kidnapped
If you're paying close attention to the end of the video you'll notice a section where an attacker punches the character in the face, suggesting a section where you might be kidnapped and taken as hostage. It wouldn't be the first time.

Battlefield 2 Maps Available
At the end you'll see the message about pre-orders, earning yourself the map 'Back To Karkand' if you do. As Battlefield 2 fans will know, Karkand is one of the most popular maps around, and one NowGamer looks forward to revisiting in Battlefield 3.
[Submitted by BullZeye]
]]> News Maleko Thu, 14 Apr 2011 12:28:47 +0200 http://www.c3ll.net/news.php?item.343.2 Battlefield Play4Free http://www.c3ll.net/news.php?item.342.2
Battlefield Play4Free combines the very best of the Battlefield series â??? updated, classic maps and vehicles of Battlefield 2, the definitive classes and powerful weapons of Battlefield: Bad Company 2 as well as the addictive RPG-style leveling and customization system of Battlefield Heroes.

As the gameâ??s title suggests, all of this is available online to players - completely for free, using the groundbreaking Play4Free model pioneered by Battlefield Heroes.

Overview

  • All out warfare online. Battlefield Play4Free contains the best of the Battlefield series including all-out vehicular warfare, sandbox gameplay and intense 32-player battles.

  • Featuring the most popular maps from Battlefield 2, combined with the familiar classes and powerful weapons of Battlefield: Bad Company 2, players have access to 16 vehicles including the F35 VTOL jet fighter and the massive Russian T-90 main battle tank.

  • Experience the career of a professional soldier. With a depth as yet unrivalled in the free to play space players progress through the game while acquiring a huge number of combat skills and earning credits. These can not only be spent on a massive array of devastating weapons and equipment, but also to craft their own, individual soldier with a unique way of engaging the enemy. No two soldiers are the same.

A next-generation free-to-play shooter. Battlefield Play4Free is the only realistic free, online FPS which rivals HD console titles in its graphics, polished production values, depth and realism â??? taking the genre to the next level.


Play it now!

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Battlefield Play4Free combines the very best of the Battlefield series â??? updated, classic maps and vehicles of Battlefield 2, the definitive classes and powerful weapons of Battlefield: Bad Company 2 as well as the addictive RPG-style leveling and customization system of Battlefield Heroes.

As the gameâ??s title suggests, all of this is available online to players - completely for free, using the groundbreaking Play4Free model pioneered by Battlefield Heroes.

Overview

  • All out warfare online. Battlefield Play4Free contains the best of the Battlefield series including all-out vehicular warfare, sandbox gameplay and intense 32-player battles.

  • Featuring the most popular maps from Battlefield 2, combined with the familiar classes and powerful weapons of Battlefield: Bad Company 2, players have access to 16 vehicles including the F35 VTOL jet fighter and the massive Russian T-90 main battle tank.

  • Experience the career of a professional soldier. With a depth as yet unrivalled in the free to play space players progress through the game while acquiring a huge number of combat skills and earning credits. These can not only be spent on a massive array of devastating weapons and equipment, but also to craft their own, individual soldier with a unique way of engaging the enemy. No two soldiers are the same.

A next-generation free-to-play shooter. Battlefield Play4Free is the only realistic free, online FPS which rivals HD console titles in its graphics, polished production values, depth and realism â??? taking the genre to the next level.


Play it now!

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]]> News Maleko Fri, 08 Apr 2011 08:25:16 +0200 http://www.c3ll.net/news.php?item.342.2 Battlefield 3 http://www.c3ll.net/news.php?item.341.2
Yesterday, Battlefield fans received a slice of bad news from DICE, when the developer said it had officially canceled PC releases of Bad Company 2's Onslaught and Battlefield 1943. Today, fans of the shooter series scored a win, with DICE formally announcing Battlefield 3.

Battlefield 3 will sport both a single-player campaign and an online component, which can be played with up to 64 players (for the PC version only). Further, Battlefield 3 will support co-op play for its campaign and will let gamers pilot jets and go prone.


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Yesterday, Battlefield fans received a slice of bad news from DICE, when the developer said it had officially canceled PC releases of Bad Company 2's Onslaught and Battlefield 1943. Today, fans of the shooter series scored a win, with DICE formally announcing Battlefield 3.

Battlefield 3 will sport both a single-player campaign and an online component, which can be played with up to 64 players (for the PC version only). Further, Battlefield 3 will support co-op play for its campaign and will let gamers pilot jets and go prone.


[Submitted by A1EXE]
]]> News Maleko Sat, 05 Feb 2011 16:20:57 +0100 http://www.c3ll.net/news.php?item.341.2 Happy New Year! http://www.c3ll.net/news.php?item.340.2 [ image disabled ]

We wish our members and guests a happy and healthy 2011!
~Black C3ll~
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We wish our members and guests a happy and healthy 2011!
~Black C3ll~
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]]> News Maleko Sat, 01 Jan 2011 00:33:07 +0100 http://www.c3ll.net/news.php?item.340.2 Some Call of Duty: Black Ops buyers got screwed by Activision http://www.c3ll.net/news.php?item.339.2

Way to give purchasers a â??unpleasantâ? surprise right there!
As you can see in the picture (sent by Martin) above, the card which comes with the Hardened Edition of the game doesnâ??t include the DLC download codes for Avatar and Zombie map packs and only has a blank space! Is this a genuine ****** up on Treyarch and Activisionâ??s part or do we actually need to read this card in moonlight or on a particular day for words to appear magically? Take a guess.
We donâ??t how how many copies are affected by this, so if you got a brand new Hardened Edition for COO: Black Ops, you better check if your codes are intact or wellâ?¦not there at all!

Source: http://www.gamersmint.com/some-call-of-duty-black-ops-buyers-got-screwed-by-activision

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Way to give purchasers a â??unpleasantâ? surprise right there!
As you can see in the picture (sent by Martin) above, the card which comes with the Hardened Edition of the game doesnâ??t include the DLC download codes for Avatar and Zombie map packs and only has a blank space! Is this a genuine ****** up on Treyarch and Activisionâ??s part or do we actually need to read this card in moonlight or on a particular day for words to appear magically? Take a guess.
We donâ??t how how many copies are affected by this, so if you got a brand new Hardened Edition for COO: Black Ops, you better check if your codes are intact or wellâ?¦not there at all!

Source: http://www.gamersmint.com/some-call-of-duty-black-ops-buyers-got-screwed-by-activision

]]> News Maleko Wed, 10 Nov 2010 09:53:42 +0100 http://www.c3ll.net/news.php?item.339.2 Battlefield Play4Free revealed http://www.c3ll.net/news.php?item.338.2
The idea behind the new title is as straight forward as the name itself; It's Battlefield and it's free if you want to play it.

We managed to get a quick look at the game, which is a world away from the previous costless Battlefield game, Battlefield Heroes.

Where Battlefield Heroes is a cartoon styled take on the third-person shooter, Play4Free is a full-on FPS, with the realistic visuals you'd expect from a console shooter.



Ok, so the graphics aren't nearly as detailed as your Modern Warfare's and Bad Company's but the emphasis on gritty warfare is captured.


Like Bad Company 2, however, vehicles (16 in all), sandbox gameplay and 32-player battles are included along with maps inspired by the wider series and classes and weapons from Battlefield: Bad Company 2.

The game also uses the same weapon model from Bad Company 2 and players are able to upgrade and customise their characters.

Money will be made via micro-transactions but there's also an in-game currency that can be earned as you play.

EA are aiming big with free-to-play gaming. Yesterday the head of EA's Easy division Ben Cousins said that he wanted gamers to question buying a full priced game and tempt them to spend that lump sum on micro-transactions instead.

Source

Thanks to Tim for finding this.
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The idea behind the new title is as straight forward as the name itself; It's Battlefield and it's free if you want to play it.

We managed to get a quick look at the game, which is a world away from the previous costless Battlefield game, Battlefield Heroes.

Where Battlefield Heroes is a cartoon styled take on the third-person shooter, Play4Free is a full-on FPS, with the realistic visuals you'd expect from a console shooter.



Ok, so the graphics aren't nearly as detailed as your Modern Warfare's and Bad Company's but the emphasis on gritty warfare is captured.


Like Bad Company 2, however, vehicles (16 in all), sandbox gameplay and 32-player battles are included along with maps inspired by the wider series and classes and weapons from Battlefield: Bad Company 2.

The game also uses the same weapon model from Bad Company 2 and players are able to upgrade and customise their characters.

Money will be made via micro-transactions but there's also an in-game currency that can be earned as you play.

EA are aiming big with free-to-play gaming. Yesterday the head of EA's Easy division Ben Cousins said that he wanted gamers to question buying a full priced game and tempt them to spend that lump sum on micro-transactions instead.

Source

Thanks to Tim for finding this.
]]> News Maleko Fri, 05 Nov 2010 23:45:20 +0100 http://www.c3ll.net/news.php?item.338.2 Medal Of Honor Tops UK Games Chart http://www.c3ll.net/news.php?item.337.2 [ image disabled ]

EA's controversial Medal of Honor game has received the top spot at the UKIE GfK Chart-Track All Formats Top 40 list for the UK.

The latest version of EA's Medal of Honor was criticised by US government officials for being insensitive to the US soldiers in Afghanistan by allowing gamers to play the role of Taliban soldiers attacking US troops.

The makers were forced to change the name of the Taliban fighters in the multiplayer section of the game to the 'Opposing Force', fearing a retail catastrophe.

Medal of Honor was followed by EA's FIFA 11 and Ubisoft's Just Dance 2, which debuts at the third spot. Nintendo's Wii Party moved up the list, rising to fourth from tenth, and Pro Evolution Soccer 2011 got the fifth position.

F1 2010 and Dead Rising 2 came in a sixth and seventh respectively, just ahead of Microsoft's popular Halo: Reach, which fell to eighth place in the chart.

Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja Storm 2 has come in new at ninth, with Castlevania: Lords of Shadow rounding off the top ten.

Read more: http://www.itproportal.com/portal/news/article/2010/10/18/medal-honor-tops-uk-games-chart/#ixzz12nCpvdSv
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EA's controversial Medal of Honor game has received the top spot at the UKIE GfK Chart-Track All Formats Top 40 list for the UK.

The latest version of EA's Medal of Honor was criticised by US government officials for being insensitive to the US soldiers in Afghanistan by allowing gamers to play the role of Taliban soldiers attacking US troops.

The makers were forced to change the name of the Taliban fighters in the multiplayer section of the game to the 'Opposing Force', fearing a retail catastrophe.

Medal of Honor was followed by EA's FIFA 11 and Ubisoft's Just Dance 2, which debuts at the third spot. Nintendo's Wii Party moved up the list, rising to fourth from tenth, and Pro Evolution Soccer 2011 got the fifth position.

F1 2010 and Dead Rising 2 came in a sixth and seventh respectively, just ahead of Microsoft's popular Halo: Reach, which fell to eighth place in the chart.

Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja Storm 2 has come in new at ninth, with Castlevania: Lords of Shadow rounding off the top ten.

Read more: http://www.itproportal.com/portal/news/article/2010/10/18/medal-honor-tops-uk-games-chart/#ixzz12nCpvdSv
]]> News Maleko Tue, 19 Oct 2010 09:45:36 +0200 http://www.c3ll.net/news.php?item.337.2