Blizzard has released a patch for its decade old RTS hit StarCraft. Patch 1.16 offers some optimizations: “[StarCraft] now only uses as much CPU as it needs to run smoothly.” In-game chat (excluding whispers) is now saved in the replays. There’s some bug fixes and the removal of several exploits including Terrans drop-anywhere nukes and some additional Zerg [...] [...more]
The first Fallout 3 patch has been released: a 6.6MB download that updates the game to version 1.0.0.15. The 6.6MB download offers the following bug fixes: Fixed occasional crashes when exiting the game or using Alt F4 to exit. Fixed crashes when using Alt-Tab while binks or credits were playing. The game now restarts properly after title updates [...] [...more]
The first Far Cry 2 patch has been released by Ubisoft and is now available for download. The 42MB update packs multiplayer, singleplayer and map editor bug fixes. Here are the notes in full: Multiplayer - Server’s IP address now displays in lobby, beside the match’s name (for direct IP join to work) - Dedicated Server can now be launched in [...] [...more]
Electronic Arts has released the first PC patch for their life sim title Spore, updating the game to v1.01. The update fixes several bugs, addresses community complaints, and implements a few new cheat codes. Though it isn’t explained if this patch includes the claimed DRM fix. Here are the complete patch notes: Features * New Cheat: “evoadvantage”. Enter this [...] [...more]
