The long-awaited online multiplayer puzzle/strategy game Reset Generation is now available from the N-Gage application's showroom (use the "Update Now" option if you can't see it). The PC version should also be out later today if the rumours are true.
Read on in the full article.
It's quite a hefty file size, 27 megabytes packed, but there are many many lines of speech in this game (with the dialogue written by the N-Gage blog's Ikona!).
Incidentally, when the PC version does get released it should appear at the following site:
http://www.resetgeneration.com/
But at the moment the site just redirects to N-Gage.com's front page.
Can you report what is its size when installed?
Can you report what is its size when installed?
30 megabytes
My N93 is just crying out for this game! Guess I'll just have to wait and make do with the PC version for now, at least I'll get to play it for free in the meantime I suppose.
I wonder what's taking them so long with the website. Maybe we have to wait until it's the middle of the day in California (where N-Gage Arena HQ is)?
Guess I'll just have to wait and make do with the PC version for now, at least I'll get to play it for free in the meantime I suppose.
I know it's little consolation but at least this is one N-Gage game that anyone can play...
This game is a must buy...especially as the free trial only lets you play 3 online games before it asks (demands) you to buy. I won't buy it tho...too close to upgrading to bother having to have my games transferred from my N95 to another phone. Tho this game is seriously making me think of just getting an N95 8GB to replace my original rather than waiting for the samsung INNOV8. I think that next-gen n-gage has only JUST arrived now.
pc version as now launched
Thanks ccraig, just noticed it myself too! 😊
I'm trying to embed it in AAN/AAS but running into technical difficulties. If anyone else wants to try embedding it on their own blog or site, the embedding code is under the "embed me" button below the game screen.
ccraig wrote:pc version as now launched
Cheers for the heads-up:icon14:
Wow, didn't realise the PC version was literally the full game including online play, looks like my friends back home will be receiving some long overdue emails😊
Wow, didn't realise the PC version was literally the full game including online play, looks like my friends back home will be receiving some long overdue emails😊
Yeah, totally full game, totally free, same online game world, AND you can put it on your own website too.
This is why Reset Gen could do wonders for N-Gage's reputation as it could spread like wildfire.
Tzer2 wrote:
I know it's little consolation but at least this is one N-Gage game that anyone can play...
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firefox 2 and safari arent supported
guess its windows pc only?
odd as its java based - should work on macs?
firefox 2 and safari arent supported
Firefox works absolutely 100% fine, I've been playing it through Firefox 3 and so has Tetlee.
However, Mac isn't supported because the game uses some Windows components.
odd as its java based - should work on macs?
Yeah, I think it's because it's not quite pure Java, there are bits of Windows that it requires. It could be because of the online multiplayer aspects which are quite unusual for Java games?
I'm sure this has already been posted here somewhere but I just noticed the pocketgamer review is up linky
Nice to see a 10/10 review already, off to read it now😎
Tzer2 wrote:
Yeah, I think it's because it's not quite pure Java, there are bits of Windows that it requires. It could be because of the online multiplayer aspects which are quite unusual for Java games?
not really you just open up a socket and of you go.
but no worrys ill try it out on a pc later.
not really you just open up a socket and of you go.
but no worrys ill try it out on a pc later.
(shrug) I'm not a programmer, all I can tell people is what this works on:
Firefox or IE running on Windows 2000, XP or Vista = works
N-Gage on a compatible phone = works
everything else = won't work
The website is quite amazing, for example it lets you watch other people's matches and embed recordings of matches on your own site.
Tzer2 wrote:The website is quite amazing, for example it lets you watch other people's matches and embed recordings of matches on your own site.
Indeed, just played my first online game & it's perfect! Very detailed stats etc.
Think this game is gonna be something huge in no time. Love the fact you can create friends lists(like Xbox Live), if anyone wants to add me feel free, profile same as here - Tetlee😊
Love the fact you can create friends lists(like Xbox Live), if anyone wants to add me feel free, profile same as here
There's a friends list system on the N-Gage app too, maybe this is the same system?
The idea of the friends lists on the app is that if they're online you can invite them to an online game you both own. You can also just send IMs if you want.
Tzer2 wrote:There's a friends list system on the N-Gage app too, maybe this is the same system?
It seems that way. If you think about it this game would also be absolutely perfect for the Nintendo DS, infact it would probably be the definative version what with the touch screen controls which would be ideal. Of course I don't think Nokia would allow a DS port as although it could be a huge seller, the fact of it being a Nokia exlusive on handheld is a great selling point for NGage.
the friends list in the game is same as one in app.
the reason they allow to add ppl in thje game too is b/c if someone creates a room who you wish to play they have to be in friends list so you can see there room
If you think about it this game would also be absolutely perfect for the Nintendo DS, infact it would probably be the definative version what with the touch screen controls which would be ideal.
Interesting point, as we are probably a matter of months away from seeing a touchscreen Nokia S60 phone which may or may not be N-Gage compatible...
Of course I don't think Nokia would allow a DS port as although it could be a huge seller, the fact of it being a Nokia exlusive on handheld is a great selling point for NGage.
Nokia have talked about putting games on Xbox Live Arcade and other home console download services, as that wouldn't be in competition with the phone version, and it would be a way of hardcore gamers to take a second look at N-Gage. No idea when or if this will happen though.
the friends list in the game is same as one in app.
the reason they allow to add ppl in thje game too is b/c if someone creates a room who you wish to play they have to be in friends list so you can see there room
Thanks for the confirmation. That's a good idea to include it in the game, anything which makes it easier to meet players is good.
The problem with giving users an efficient touch-screen interface is that it puts non touch-screen users at a disadvantage, especially as turns have time limits.
It could be faster to scroll around the map or select locations with a touch screen interface - I imagine that's one of the reasons why they kept the PC version as a phone-style interface (same size screen, same controls etc), to keep a level playing field.
The problem with giving users an efficient touch-screen interface is that it puts non touch-screen users at a disadvantage, especially as turns have time limits.
Good point, hadn't thought of that. You're probably right about keeping the controls the same on all platforms to balance things.
It's not like you need a touchscreen anyway, this is turn-based and the playing areas are quite small.
Just an aside, but I couldn't find anywhere else to post it (other than the quiet Reset Generation forums).
I just pulled a huge demon out of the Monster Box which killed all three other players, then vanished (alas, it was not against human players).
I like the other fun little things like the ninja occasionally turning in to a chicken with the ninja head for a moment after using his special.
Finally, plumber does seem a bit overpowered, especially if you're yellow so that you get first go on the next round. Wait until you have Ladies Man charged up, pick up princess, cast Ladies Man on a teleporter, teleport home.
I just pulled a huge demon out of the Monster Box which killed all three other players, then vanished (alas, it was not against human players).
Is that the "OMG" demon that's mentioned in the player pickups?
Finally, plumber does seem a bit overpowered, especially if you're yellow so that you get first go on the next round. Wait until you have Ladies Man charged up, pick up princess, cast Ladies Man on a teleporter, teleport home.
I suppose one way round that is to blow up all the teleporters if you're playing against the plumber... if you can. 😊
It is weird how unbalanced the game seems until you get the hang of things and all the possible ways of winning.
Just an aside, but I couldn't find anywhere else to post it (other than the quiet Reset Generation forums).
You could always try AAN's forum?
http://www.allaboutsymbian.com/forum//forum/f/96/
I know it says all about symbian but it is AAN's, and we should be getting an AAN skin fitted to it soon.