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Back in the early nineties, there was a game that truly defined all video games that followed, do you remember? Well, for those readers who were not born yet, the game was called Wolfenstein 3D and its introduction was a defining moment. Some believe that Wolfenstein 3D defined the FPS as we know it. I would have to completely agree!
If you were a Doom player then you can thank Wolf 3D for blazing the trail for what was, is, and continues to be an amazing gaming franchise. Fast forward to August 2009 and transport yourself to Dallas, Texas and you can relive those original Wolf 3D experiences with AMD at Quakecon 2009.
id Software has teamed up with Raven Studios to develop a new game called “Wolfenstein”. In the new game you play the original character William B.J Blazkowicz who just happens to be a super metalled out member of the Office of Secret Actions (OSA). Come on, how cool would that business card be?
Ian McNaughton
AMD
Office of Secret Actions
Will need to print some of those up for Quakecon!
The new Wolfenstein looks fantastic, I was able to score an early copy to hone my skillz in preparation for this weekend’s festivities and the game is awesome so far…
AMD will be showcasing Wolfenstein on our booth as well as in #area64.
We will also be providing live updates via Twitter and vlogs via blogs.amd.com.
#Area64 will be exclusive access only, meaning, you can try to find it, but its hidden and being kept secret. AMD will be showcasing what we lovingly refer to as “The Future”, if you want to see the future, follow me as well as @AMD_Unprocessed , @Catalystmaker, @caseygotcher and @Tweetoe for ways to get invited.
Strap in and hold on, Quakecon 2009 is about to begin!
Cheers!
Ian “Cabrtosr” McNaughton
Ian McNaughton is senior manager of advanced marketing at AMD. His postings are his own opinions and may not represent AMD’s positions, strategies or opinions. Links to third party sites are provided for convenience and unless explicitly stated, AMD is not responsible for the contents of such linked sites and no endorsement is implied.
#1 by Surya - August 13th, 2009 at 02:01
If we are member of Offices of Secreat Actions, who are the members of NAZI?
#2 by xfloggingkylex - August 13th, 2009 at 14:50
growing up playing wolf3d, it has always held a special place in my heart. I spent hours beating that and then Spear of Destiny.
#3 by Wilfred Laurier - August 13th, 2009 at 21:09
I’m looking forward to Wolfenstein too. If I’m not mistaken, it’s going to be OpenGL based. I guess it wouldn’t be using it already, but it would be the perfect opportunity to release official OpenGL 3.1 drivers.
#4 by Cliff Forster - August 13th, 2009 at 22:13
Return to Castle Wolfenstein was a perfect mix of groundbreaking single player AI where the Nazis seemed to have an interest in staying alive, and the team based multiplayer was ahead of its time. Its a true classic.
I can’t wait to get my hands on the new title so I can play it on my Dragon rig, you know, the way its meant to be played ;*)
#5 by wpeltola - August 18th, 2009 at 10:17
Sounds like you guys had a great time! I was pretty young with I installed and played the original Wolfenstein 3D,, I remember those pesky dogs freaking me out the first time I found one
It’s always great to think back to the games that started the FPS style gaming craze.
Wish I could have been a QuakeCon to see the preview you had. Next time I’ll be there for the fun
#6 by Introspective - September 6th, 2009 at 02:55
Wolfenstein has finally arrived. The remake is as good as the original was. The WWII and occult formula still works.