The first piece of news is that console Nexuiz will be re-written from scratch, because some coders decided against giving permission for a proprietary port (Slashdot , interview). This means no code contributions to Nexuiz.
Secondly, Nexuiz has been forked under the name Xonotic. Because philosophy, because management, because change.
I can't complain! Git repository instead of Subversion, no more tikiwiki (I hope) finally a feed for news (has been added to our Planet)! Open management and content enhancements are on the list of plans and promises, perhaps a little too much even, which led to the creation of a critical thread on our forums.
I have had the pleasure to test the warpzone/visible-portal feature (which is available in Nexuiz' SVN as well):
youtube-dl: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qb4zk-31sVU
Currently, instructions to get Xonotic (using git) are here. Compilation is easy and right now the game starts using "./all run -nexuiz".
If you want to get involved, get on their forums and/or get on their IRC! The website is still in development, a public wiki is in the works.
So what do you think about the fork? I understand the "divided we are weaker" point, but console Nexuiz has caused much confusion and a new project (Xonotic) seems like a clear cut and new hope™. Also.. "Xonotic" sounds slightly better than "Nexuiz" in my most humble ears. :)
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Saturday, March 27, 2010
Sunday, March 21, 2010
The Palace Builder v1.0.1.101
In 18th century France, you are a young, unknown architect looking for your big break and a chance to impress the Queen. In this building Simulation game, set in the romantic upper class world of French aristocracy, you will design and manage the construction of the most beautiful structures in the kingdom. Will your work attract the attention of the Queen, or will a secret destroy your chances for fame and fortune? Find out in The Palace Builder
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