Borderlands Released

Gearbox enlisted Demiurge's talent once again for their latest release, Borderlands. Team up with your friends, or turn against them in the competitive Arena mode we worked on! You've got bazillions of possible weapons to find and tons of fortune to seek. See you in Pandora...

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Rock Band Metal Track Pack Out!

We're turning it up to 11 with our latest release, Rock Band: Metal Track Pack. Harmonix tapped our motley crew again to bring this title to the Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, PlayStation 2, and Wii. We packed in 20 "face-melting" metal songs from the past and present.

Press Release - with full song list

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Mass Effect: Pinnacle Station Out Now!

Demiurge and Bioware joined forces to create Mass Effect's second installment of downloadable content: Pinnacle Station. Available on PC and Xbox 360, Pinnacle Station allows Commander Shepard and squadmates to participate in a series of simulated combat experiences. In four different combat modes in twelve replayable missions, Shepard must prove his worth in the battlefield. This new content is all about replayable missions and experimentation - try out different squad and weapon combinations, earn high scores, and become the top competitor in Pinnacle Station.

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Rock Band: Country Track Pack Released, Y'all!

Rock Band Country Track Pack is out for the Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, PlayStation 2, and Wii! Harmonix tapped Demiurge's team to bring the Country Track Pack to the four consoles. Get your twang in tune, because there are 21 country songs that "you and your gang" can play in this standalone title. With artists like Kenny Rogers, Dixie Chicks, and Shania Twain, there's a broad mix of country songs, over half of which are new to the Rock Band platform.

Visit the Official Website for more info.

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Borderlands Announcement

Tons of new Borderlands info was announced at E3 and in the June issue of PC Gamer magazine. Along with the new look, they announced the multiplayer versus portion of the game. Demiurge was responsible for initially developing this mode, creating a competitive experience within the Borderlands world.

Adding new features was a relatively fast process (we had a functional PvP mode within a week of starting the project!), but the biggest challenge was in the iterative and extremely nebulous process of "finding the fun." This consisted mostly of weapon and player balance and creating finely tuned greybox maps. Then, we played the hell out of them, gathered tons of feedback, and produced two polished arena maps. We even created a transition sequence from the co-op/single player game into the arena, with an elevator, an interactive lobby, and flashy mechanized weapon racks.

It was a great project to work on, and as fans of the game ourselves, we're eagerly anticipating the release!

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WordFu Release!

HIYAH! WordFu, for the iPhone and iPod touch has been released!

WordFu is a dice-based word game with some spicy Kung Fu action. Demiurge partnered with ngmoco to make WordFu. It isn't your standard word game - it has special power-up dice, high score leaderboards, WordFu Belts for achievements, and competitive WiFi multiplayer.

It was a blast to make, and is a blast to play! WordFu is now available in the Apple App Store, and for a limited time it’s only $0.99! It's already getting great reviews from critics, and currently has a 4.5 star rating in the App Store.

WordFu Official Site

Video in full post.

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Demiurge is Hiring QA

We're currently hiring for QA contractors. We've got a lot of slots open, so if you're a seasoned tester or just looking for a foot in the door to the industry, send us your resume. Please send your resume to jobs[at]demiurgestudios[dot]com

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Demiurge Studios Developing iPhone Games!

Another day, another platform.

In our relentless march toward having games accessible at any time, Demiurge is developing iPhone games. We're an offically licensed iPhone developer.

The iPhone is, without a doubt, quite a slick platform.

We're working on our first title, but can't say any more about that yet. More news coming soon!

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Brothers in Arms: Double Time out now

The Demiurge-made Brothers in Arms: Double Time for the Wii is now out in stores!

If you have a Wii and/or like shooters you should play it (the game, not the photo).

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Bring Down the Sky Available

The downloadable content "Bring Down the Sky" for the PC version of Mass Effect is now available. You should go download it and play it. Did I mention that it's free? More importantly, it's fun.

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Mass Effect PC goes gold!

Mass Effect for the PC has gone gold! The discs are being manufactured as we speak!

Below is the Demiurge team, with our task board displaying another important color for us: the green of victory, the green of a job well done.


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Mass Effect For The PC Readies For Launch

BioWare announced today that the award-winning action role-playing game (RPG) Mass Effect for PC, published by Electronic Arts, has gone into manufacturing. Mass Effect will be available in North America on May 28, 2008 and June 6, 2008 to European retailers.

Gamers can still take advantage of pre-order specials¹ and should check with their preferred retailer for information. Alternatively, gamers who pre-order Mass Effect through the Electronic Arts online store at www.eastore.ea.com will receive bonus items² from the game Dead Space™, the highly anticipated sci-fi survival horror game by EA, including the first issue of the Dead Space comic book and a Dead Space poster while supplies last.

Fully optimized for the PC through a collaboration between BioWare and Demiurge Studios, Mass Effect includes a new Tactical Heads-Up Display, higher resolution visuals, an enhanced inventory system, fully optimized controls designed specifically for the PC, individual squad control and a new decryption mini-game. The "Bring Down the Sky" downloadable content for Mass Effect on PC, featuring 90 minutes of new gameplay, will also be available free³ for registered BioWare Community members at the launch of Mass Effect PC.

Originally released for the Xbox 360™ videogame and entertainment system, Mass Effect has received critical acclaim throughout the world with more than 80 awards including 2007 Console Game of the Year and Role-Playing Game of the Year (http://masseffect.bioware.com/previewsawards/).

Mass Effect is rated "M" for Mature by the ESRB. For more information about Mass Effect, please visit www.masseffect.com.

¹ Value of discount will be deducted from product list price. Valid for new orders of "Mass Effect" for PC of equal or greater value only. Discount is valid only on purchases from participating retailers. This offer is not valid at the EA STORE at www.eastore.ea.com. This offer expires on May 27, 2008, and cannot be combined with any other offer, Gift Card, rebate or other discount coupons. Valid only in U.S. Limit one offer per person. Subject to availability. Customers are responsible for shipping, handling and applicable sales tax. Offer may not be substituted, exchanged, sold or redeemed for cash or other goods or services. Void where prohibited, taxed or restricted by law.

² Offer expires May 27,2008. Good only for new purchases of "Mass Effect" for PC. Valid only at the EA STORE at www.eastore.ea.com. Limit one offer per person. Offer may not be substituted, exchanged, sold or redeemed for cash or other goods or services. Valid only in U.S. May not be combined with any other offer, gift card, rebate or discount coupon. Product subject to availability. Retailers, distributors and employees of Electronic Arts Inc. and their agencies/affiliates are not eligible. Void where prohibited, taxed or restricted by law.

³ Requires Mass Effect for the PC.

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Demiurge and BioWare Team up to Bring Mass Effect to the PC

It's official:

Demiurge and BioWare have teamed up to bring the award-winning title Mass Effect to the PC, now fully optimized for the PC. The team has added gameplay and performance enhancements in our effort to deliver the best version possible to the PC audience.

Demiurge began working with BioWare during the final stretch of development for the Xbox 360 version, allowing the studios to collaborate closely throughout the co-development process. Mass Effect has been tailored to feel natural to the PC user while staying true to the original game experience. Mass Effect for the PC features a third command wheel so players can access squad members separately, a new inventory system, customized key mapping and a brand new minigame. Extra attention was focused on visuals, offering higher resolution graphics for an enhanced gaming experience for the PC.

We'll be posting details, developer commentary and all sorts of juicy details right here. Here's some stuff to tide you over:

• The official announcements is up on BioWare's site
• Check out the forums
• Mass Effect PC in the news at Kotaku, Voodoo Extreme, GameSpot
  

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We're Moving!

The official press release is below...but the short version is:

To our own surprise, we don't fit into the space we moved into less than two years ago. Trying to pick up and move an entire game company is no easy task and Demiurge doesn't do anything normally. Exciting times are ahead filled with fancy (or not fancy) new desks, countless broken desk chotchke, and fun new wall colors.

We'd love to hear people's suggestions about what we can do with the space. Do you have something in your current office that you adore? Do you have an idea that people tell you is too crazy? Maybe we'll adopt it.

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Brothers in Arms: Double Time

Demiurge Studios is proud to announce that we are bringing Brothers in Arms: Double Time to the Wii along with our friends at Gearbox Software and Ubisoft. With new Wii Remote-specific controls and tried-and-true tactical gameplay, Double Time is sure to please both veterans and new recruits. Get ready - it's almost time to jump back into the fight with Sergeants Baker and Hartsock.

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Demiurge Develops for Nintendo Wii

Everyone loves the Wii - including the Demiurge Studios team. We're pleased to announce that we are licensed Wii developers, and deep in development on a Wii project with a major publisher. Further information coming soon!

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Demiurge is Hiring!

Demiurge Studios is looking for talented game developers in a variety of disciplines. Design and programming positions are vacant - waiting for you to fill those slots.

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Demiurge at GDC

For the second year running, Demiurge will have a speaker at the Game Developers Conference! CEO Bill Reed will be speaking at Dealmaking for Developers 2007: Challenges for Growing an Independent Studio. Aspiring studio chiefs, take note!

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Iron Lore Entertainment Contracts Demiurge Studios

Demiurge Studios worked with Iron Lore Entertainment on the final stages of their first release, Titan Quest. Set in the mythical worlds of ancient Greece and Egypt, Titan Quest is an all-new action role-playing game that delivers amazing visuals and fast-action gameplay. Players will set forth on their journey in a world of legend, to do battle against the most classic of evils. more...

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Demiurge Speaks At GDC

Starting a game company with no funding isn't just hard - It's crazy. Learn how we did it from Al Reed, a company founder and our Studio Director, at the Game Developers Conference 2006! His talk, "Bootstrapping in the Age of Blockbuster Budgets," will be given on Friday the 24th at 9 am. If you've ever dreamed of starting your own studio, this is an essential presentation - don't miss it. Reps from Demiurge will also be available for meetings throughout the conference. See our contact information page for info on reaching the right people.

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Demiurge Studios Teams with Chair Entertainment

Chair Entertainment Group has brought Demiurge Studios in to help develop their first game release. Chair is being founded by a cadre of industry veterans; Demiurge will be helping to bring their vision to life on the PC and newest generation of consoles.

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New Digs

Update your address books! In order to take on several new projects, Demiurge is moving down the street to a larger space located at 585 Massachusetts Ave. The new space features tons of natural light, windows that open and giant built-in drafting tables for everyone to spread out in. All the details can be found on our contact information page.

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Karaoke Revolution: Party Ships

Developed by the fine folks at Harmonix Music Systems (who are more musically inclined than we are!), Karaoke Revolution: Party shipped for Playstation 2, Xbox and GameCube today. Demiurge Studios developed the mini-games for what IGN called "the greatest karaoke game on the market." more...

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Earned In Blood Ships

The latest game in the award-winning Brothers in Arms series has just shipped! Demiurge worked closely with Gearbox Software on multiplayer enhancements and new maps - go pick up your copy and check 'em out!more...

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Brothers In Arms Shipped

Brothers in Arms has finally hit the streets for Xbox. This is the first of several titles shipping this year that Demiurge has worked on. Congratulations to Gearbox Software on developing a great game!more...

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Gearbox Software Contracts Demiurge Studios

Gearbox Software, makers of Half-Life: Opposing Force, and Halo for the PC has brought on the Demiurge Studios team to help implement Xbox Live! features for their upcoming title, Brothers In Arms. Brothers In Arms is a wholly-original squad based FPS that tells the true story of a squad of paratroopers during the invasion of Normandy. Look for the title in early 2005. more...

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Clone Bandits in UT2K4: Eeitor's Choice Edition

The headline pretty much says it all - Clone Bandits will be featured in the upcoming ''Editor's Choice'' version of Unreal Tournament 2004. Look for it on store shelves this fall!

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Demiurge Reaches The Secret Level

Demiurge Studios is proud to announce that we are working on an unannounced console title with Secret Level, creators of titles such as STAR WARS® Jedi Starfighter™ and Magic: The Gathering® - Battlegrounds™. We can't say more at this time, but more details will be forthcoming soon!

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MSUC Phase 3 Winners

Today Clone Bandits was named as the first place finisher in the 'Best Vehicle' category for Phase 3 of Nvidia's $1,000,000 Make Something Unreal Contest! In addition, Clone Bandits took third in the 'Best FPS Mod' category, and second in the 'Karma Physics' category! Congratulations to the other finalists and winners!

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O'Reilly Gaming Hacks Article

Demiurge has been asked to write several articles for the upcoming O'Reilly book, Gaming Hacks: 100 Industrial-Strength Tips & Tools. The submitted articles focus on our specialty, working in the Unreal Engine. They include:

Add a Model to Unreal Tournament 2004
Create a Vehicle Model for Unreal Tournament 2004
Modify the Behavior of a UT2004 Model

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