Dune 2: The Golden Path Blog (formerly, The Sleeper Has Awakened): 1.82 Release

Monday, April 26, 2010

1.82 Release

This is probably best called a "by popular request" update. ;) It involved a lot of work so I hope you like it, and keep in mind it may introduce some new bugs where I forgot to complete changes.
Changelog since 1.80:

Added the Configurator, and rewrote large parts of the system to accommodate. You'll see what it does
Added new crags
Clicking on the colored harvester for an AI player now assigns them a random color
AI now have darker colors than human players
Allied foot soldiers in crags are now visible
Restored 1.79 targetfinding code to hopefully fix some new targeting errors
Greatly optimized map drawing code

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Welcome to the development page of Dune 2: The Golden Path. This is my attempt to recreate the original Dune 2 from the ground up, using completely original code and incorporating modern-day RTS features (and compatibility with Windows XP/Vista/7, Linux and Mac), with a focus on the multiplayer experience. The only things taken from the old Dune 2 are the graphics, sound, and gameplay style.
When completed, this game will be available completely free of charge to the public. I may or may not release source code at various points during the project, but will most likely release all upon completion.
The original Dune 2 always has a place in my heart. It reminded me of David Lynch's Dune, which appealed to me greatly as a lad, and even moreso now; The heavy paternal overtones and moody musical score makes me think of my father, who suffers from Lewy Body disease. The game itself also reminds me of an entire summer spent playing the game for hours a day with my big brother Aaron.
This page and project are dedicated to my father.

Monday, April 26, 2010

1.82 Release

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