Dune 2: The Golden Path Blog (formerly, The Sleeper Has Awakened): Happy New Year

Thursday, January 01, 2009

Happy New Year

Just wanted to wish everyone a good year coming up. One my first priorities is to finish this project so I can move on to other things, so rest assured I'll be working on it. Things are moving along slowly but surely and I hope to have more time to devote soon. I'll post again before the end of the month.

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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.

Thursday, January 01, 2009

Happy New Year

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