Ultima: Iris (or Iris2 as it is also known), the 3D frontend for Ultima Online, has been updated to build 2890.
Featured in this update are new graphics in the program’s 2D and 3D modes, an updated version of the OGRE engine, and numerous bug-fixes.
Also, the licensing has been updated to GPL version 3.
Dino brings us news from Blake Delaney, whose love of the Ultima games (and especially Ultima 6, my personal favourite) has inspired him to attempt to create a game in the style of Ultima 6.
Ultima 6 Inspired Project seeks Creators
In a dark corner of the Northern Central United States…
for over 256 weeks…
a massive game has been plotting, devouring, and growing.For the first time, we invite outside Game Creators to assist us in building a modern classic.
It’s not Ultima 6, and it’s not single player, but it sure feels that way.
Interested persons say hi to Blake:
DancingReality ~atsign~ gmail ~dot~ com
I quite agree with Dino; this could — would — make for an excellent opportunity for those who want to explore what game design entails. So if you’ve any interest in that sort of thing, O Reader, check thou it out by emailing Blake.
And, hopefully, the project will soon have a website that will serve to report on its progress.
Direhaggis has posted a much-belated New Year’s greeting at the Titans of Ether website, and notes that there are several openings on the team that need filling:
*Interior worldbuilders wanted. Houses, dungeons, toolsheds, castles, and more. All you need is the MW CS, time, and patience. If I can vaguely learn how to put plates on tables, anyone can.
* Writers wanted. We still need 1 more dungeon writer. We also need a new writer for Jhelom. There may be other opportunities as well.
* 3D Modeler wanted. Spyder is one of our best Titans, but we are looking for additional help with models, textures, and the like.
Several updates from individual team members have also been posted, and Direhaggis himself has a new development diary entry for your reading pleasure on the Titans’ forums.
(hat tip)
