2004 – The Wolf Front

31st December 2004: Orb Of Disarray Update

Richard Kelly’s Spear Of Destiny add-on will now be a TC instead. The TC will be called ‘Orb of Disarray’ until further notice. Richard is still open to other suggestions for a title. Here are the changes that Richard plans to make to the game:

Pad-locked doors – You need to get four pieces of a component to open up this type of door
Use of the “Robo-Imp” by Ian Summerfield, and the green-suited SS by Mr Wolf
New sounds, and Digitized sound effects in the menus
New status bar graphics
Pictures of the weapons you use
225 maximum ammo capacity
New music. Includes music from Duke Nukem II and Biomenace. At least three of the new tunes will be composed by Yours Truly
Commentaries on the upper left of the screen.
Maybe … Ceiling and floor textures

There’s a couple of screenshots to show the changes made so far. Note that the storyline has one of BJ’s enemies put out a reward for our hero’s death!

29th December 2004: Operation: Mutant Strike 2 Update

Majik Monkee sent me the following update: “Here is a promotional banner for “Operation: Mutant Strike 2”, the nearly completed project by Monkeeworks Software (comprised of Majik Monkee and whichever talented individuals happen to be assisting at the time). The project is nearly finished, and has many new features the first game did not. For those of you not familiar with the original “Operation: Mutant Strike”.

Mutant Strike 2 should be completed and ready for release within a few days, though I will be out of town on vacation, so release may be slightly delayed. This project has had some very talented contributors, and should be a very good mod when completed. Full credits will be included with the game when it is released (some contributors wish to remain anonymous until then).

– Majik Monkee –“

29th December 2004: More Project Wolfgeist Pics added

Six more screenshots have been added to Possum Trot’s earlier set of pics from his latest addon ‘Project Wolfgeist’.

28th December 2004: El Rastro de Stteinger Released

Here’s a set of maps I found while browsing through Wolf 3D sites. They’re by JDooM and there are 6 levels. They’re of a fair size and quite well designed, though not that heavily decorated. No new graphics or sounds. JDooM has a site written in Spanish, including Wolf 3D, Doom Half Life and Heretic pages, at La Web De JDooM. Needs the full version of Wolfenstein 3D to play.

24th December 2004: Christmas Add-ons

For those wanting a Wolf 3D add-on with a Christmas flavour, not many have been made over the years. However, there are the following available and all are of a high standard:

Arielus’s Xmas Wolfenstein 3-D Graphics are from Xmas Wolf . The 10 Levels are pretty good and utilize the graphics well. By Ariel Castañares. All files included.
The Night After Christmas Only one level, but it’s quite a large detailed one with 5 distinct sections. Images come from a variety of sources. By Ringman. All files included.
XmasWolf Good modified graphics. Layout and difficulty level are similar in style to the original game. By Bantolph and Vorpal. Requires Wolf 3D Shareware 1.4.

Merry Christmas everybody!!

23rd December 2004: New Tutorials Site

Kyle Albert has opened a site on ‘Wolfenstein Tutorials’. It is a site that links to some of the greatest, popular, and useful tutorials in the Wolfenstein Community. Credits has been given for the tutorials next to the links.

23rd December 2004: Uber Deutschland Announced

Possum Trot is working on a new addon called ‘Uber Deutschland’ and will be out some time in 2005.

It’s based on Majik Monkee’s ‘Operation Letzterschutz’.

23rd December 2004: End Of Destiny New Version Released

Following a number of bugs in the original version released Dec 3, AReyeP and MCS have released an updated version of ‘End Of Destiny’. There are 26 normal levels, plus a number of secret and challenge levels. The level design is excellent, and virtually all graphics have been changed. Code changes are many and include ceiling/floor textures, weather effects (some levels), a fireball machine, backpack, rocket launcher, mines, pushwall switches, intermission screens etc etc. You can download the updated version of the game at the End Of Destiny site. There’s a section dedicated to the game at the DHW Forum.

22nd December 2004: War Storm Alpha Released

Conner94 has released an alpha version of his ‘War Storm’ set. This version includes 1 finished level, 2 ‘in progress’ levels, and 2 test levels. Although there are currently 5 weapons (soon to be 8) you will only find 1,2,4, and 5. I particularly like the floor/ceiling effects. You can find more info and other downloads about ‘War Storm’ at www.wolf94.cjb.net.

21st December 2004: Wolfenstein Edit Helper

Here’s a help pack that Johnathan sent in called ‘Wolfenstein Edit Helper’. It’s an alternative way of dealing with changed map and object data when editing maps in Floedit. It has 6 pictures of the data, plus a sample level and help file.

21st December 2004: More Project Wolfgeist Pics

Possum Trot has sent in several more screenshots from his latest addon ‘Project Wolfgeist’.

20th December 2004: Operation Achtliebe Demo Released
Here’s the first 4 episodes of Possum Trot’s ‘Operation Achtliebe’. The levels are mostly quite extensive, well designed and decorated. There’s a mix of original and changed graphics and there are changed sounds. Manual/credits are included. The original game atmosphere remains. Quite an enjoyable set.

17th December 2004: Project Wolfgeist Pics

Possum Trot has sent in 2 screenshots from his latest addon ‘Project Wolfgeist’.

17th December 2004: S-Blaster 3D Update

NME Software will include the following features in the next ‘S-Blaster 3D’ beta:

A doom-like text label on the screen showing what the player picks up
New, perspectively weapon graphics (with crosshair)
Random healing power ups
Better “slowdown” function when the player ate too much
Adding an edited Spear Of Destiny for a special effect
Helpart with information about story and enemies
And, of course, Episode 5 and 6…

That’s it.

17th December 2004: Wolf94 Forums

A new set of forums for Wolf 3D have been started. They’re hosted by Conner94 and are dedicated to the legendary game!!

13th December 2004: Cat Stein 2 Demo Released

Joshua Moore has released a 5 level demo of ‘Cat Stein 2’. The levels are not that extensive but most of the images have been changed and on the whole they are cartoon like. There are some minor code changes such as episode names though the sounds have not been changed yet. Has quite a fun type atmosphere!!

13th December 2004: New Wolfenstein 3D Site

Here’s a new Wolfenstein 3D site maintained by Conner94. There are several sections such as downloads, utilities and links though they’re mostly not that detailed yet.

The site is at Conner94’s Wolfenstein 3D Site.

12th December 2004: Possum Trot Addons Update

Possum Trot has now made 41 levels in ‘Operation Achtliebe’. This should be ready for release early in the new year. Meanwhile, Possum has announced a new game called ‘Project Wolfgeist’. It will have:

One seamless 60-level episode!
4 Keys
Floor and Ceiling changes
Fullscreen mode

The exe is being done by KyleRTCW. Estimated completion date is Spring 2005.

11th December 2004: Wolfer Spotlight Updated

Our ‘Wolfer Spotlight’ section has been updated again. The latest entries are Wes Desjardins and Gary Ragland.

10th December 2004: Operation: Nacht Rose Version 2.0 Released

Lucky Foot has released version 2.0 of his ‘Operation: Nacht Rose’ set which was first released on Aug 28 this year. The levels look the same as in the earlier version (30 levels spread over 5 episodes). Most of the levels are quite extensive, though many have little decoration. Graphics and the changed endart screens are the same too. Code changes now include helpart, changed ceiling colours, menu colours and episode names. The increased ammo/health has been taken out and the cheats no longer work. There’s a new title screen too. Text file included. This version replaces the one issued Aug 28.

10th December 2004: Cat Stein 2 – More Pics

Here’s quite a number of images that Joshua Moore has sent in from his upcoming set ‘Cat Stein 2’. There are weapons, enemies, bosses and items. Also, some screenshots were released Dec 7.

7th December 2004: Resident Evil: Cover Operation Pics

Kyo Kusanagi has sent in several screenshots from his upcoming test mod. It’s called ‘Resident Evil: Cover Operation’.

7th December 2004: Cat Stein 2 Pics

Here’s a set of screenshots sent in by Joshua Moore. They’re from the upcoming addon ‘Cat Stein 2’.

6th December 2004: War Storm Weapon Images

Conner94 has sent in a number of weapon images (with descriptions), from his upcoming set ‘War Storm’. Enemies, bosses and more will soon be on Conner’s website at War Storm.

4th December 2004: Abandon Released
Possum Trot has released ‘Abandon’. It is Possum’s first set and has 51 levels that are mostly extensive and well detailed. There are many changed graphics and sounds though the Wolf 3D feel remains. A credits list is included. There’s quite a mix of old and new graphics which blend together well most of the time. Episode One has only one level.

3rd December 2004: Twilight Nazi Chaos Released

DarkJedi188 has sent me his set for the registered Spear Of Destiny game called ‘Twilight Nazi Chaos’. It includes 5 new levels that are extensive and well designed. Most graphics are from the original game but there’s a minor modification: the SS uniform has been changed from blue to green. This add-on was made several years ago. Needs the full Spear game to play. DarkJedi188 has a website, featuring various games, at DarkJedi188’s Paranormal Asylum.

3rd December 2004: End Of Destiny Released

AReyeP and MCS have released ‘End Of Destiny’. There are 26 normal levels, plus a number of secret and challenge levels. The level design is excellent, and virtually all graphics have been changed. Code changes are many and include ceiling/floor textures, weather effects (some levels), a fireball machine, backpack, rocket launcher, mines, pushwall switches, intermission screens etc etc. You can download the game at the End Of Destiny site. There’s a section dedicated to the game at the DHW Forum.

3rd December 2004: OMS2 Update

Here’s a message from Majik Monkee. It concerns his upcoming set ‘OMS2’: “Greetings! Here are a couple of screenshots for “Operation: Mutant Strike 2”. This will probably be the last of them that get posted, because I don’t want to spoil any more of the game. Progress in most regards has gone well, but we are officially looking for help with the maps. We need two more to complete the project, and the design specifications are fairly simple. If you are interested in assisting, please email Majik Monkee at dhw_majik_monkee@yahoo.com, as I have taken over the level design end of the project. Thanks. (Matt)“

29th November 2004: War Storm Message

Here’s a message from Conner94 concerning his upcoming add-on ‘War Storm’: “I accept anyone to work on the team if they can compile source code, not edit it, but compile it. This will give full access to the project and any help I give to their mods. Thanks. Conner94“

Conner94’s email is cjirwin94@comcast.net.

28th November 2004: S-Blaster 3D Beta2 Released

NME Software has released a 2nd beta of ‘S-Blaster 3D’. Four episodes are now complete and most levels are extensive and well designed. There’s many new graphics, sounds and music, plus a number of code changes. These include correct endart, ammo box, heartbeat sound, changed ceiling colours and up to 150 ammo. More than 100 health is allowed but you will ‘become fat’ and move slower!! The new guard still has some frames unchanged.

28th November 2004: Graphics Contest

GAJ (MINOTAUR) has announced a new graphics contest. Here’s the email I received: “I will have a contest in which anyone may participate. Send in all graphics of any robots or machines. They may have floating brains in jars but that’s the only human part. You may send more than one but you can only win once so you can’t win second and third place for separate graphics.

There are prizes for cool graphics, first place will be all the graphics I have ever made, a phobia list, and a game known as stress relief. Second prize is stress relief. Third is the phobia list. The entrees will be accepted no later than Dec. 18th and the winners will be announced on Dec. 20th.

All entrees will be kept. This contest is only for looks, so as you would imagine I don’t need full sets, single frames will be preferred. Remember only robots with brains being the only human part, you may have human-like features but no actual human parts. Please send any entries to MINOTAURiii975@aol.com.”

24th November 2004: Hitler’s Evolution Update

Possum Trot’s brother Mr. Monkey has started on the graphics for ‘Hitler’s Evolution’. Schabbs will be changed to a whole new boss, and the mutants, walls, objects and Title Screen will be changed too. Also, Possum Trot tells me that ‘Operation Sturmabteilung’ addon has been renamed to ‘Operation Achtliebe’.

24th November 2004: Dead Reckoning Update

Kev Reid tells me his ‘Dead Reckoning’ addon has been postponed for now and he is starting a new addon called ‘Rusted Renegade’. The main character hails from ‘Timesplitters 2’.

21st November 2004: RMK-SOD Demo Released

Richard Kelly has released a demo of his ‘RMK-SOD’ addon for the full Spear Of Destiny game. There are 2 levels thus far and they are fairly extensive and quite detailed. Some new graphics, but no new sounds yet. Needs the full Spear Of Destiny game to play. See the enclosed text file for installation details.

Richard hasn’t come up with a name for the addon yet so if anyone has a suggestion, please email ARBORPA@YAHOO.COM. The story – Destroying the Angel Of Death has unleashed a curse which upsets the balance of time. Retrieve the black Orb Of Disarray to end the curse.

21st November 2004: Mabus’ Homepage

The Mabus’ Homepage has a front end for DOSBox 0.63 (which is mentioned in the news item just below). It’s called ‘D-Fend’ and allows you to create and manage ‘profiles’ which you use to run a game.

It can be downloaded from Mabus’ Homepage.

21st November 2004: DOSBox Version 0.63 Released

SourceForge has released version 0.63 of ‘DOSBox’, a DOS emulator for Windows. My Windows ME computer already plays Wolf3D quite well with the earlier 0.62 version and the new version didn’t seem to improve anything for me. There are a number of fixes though that will make it less likely to crash. You can get it at DOS Box. The program to download is ‘DOSBox0.63Win32-Installer’. I recently updated my ‘Extras’ page to include some basic instructions on how to use DOSBox to play Wolf3D games.

20th November 2004: Warstorm Update

Conner94 tells me he’s not going to make ‘Stargate’, but will make ‘Warstorm’ instead. So far, 4 weapons and 7 walls are done. Conner has asked for a coder to make floor/ceiling textures. If anyone wants to help out, please email cjirwin94@comcast.net. Click on the thumbnail for 7 screenshots of the alpha (all level 1).

19th November 2004: Helvete Update

Here’s an email received from The Chief: “TexZK and I have begun to put all of the pieces together, and Helvete will now begin to take form. This is the alpha test title screen, a ‘teaser’ for anyone who is anticipating the journey deep inside Castle Helvete. TexZK has been working on the source code features list, and I’ve been busy redoing and completing graphics. I’m using another brand new palette, this one is producing some amazing results. It won’t be long now folks, maybe a month or two…..or five : ). – ChiefRebelAngel“

19th November 2004: Ian Summerfield Returns

Ian Summerfield has returned to the world of Wolfenstein after a small tinkering session with Doom. Ian will now be making levels for both games and his next Wolf 3D project will be ‘Doom: Project Orion’s Belt’. Ian has made 9 levels for Doom. If anyone wants to try any of them, feel free to ask.

17th November 2004: Dome Award – November 2004

This month’s Dome award goes to Majik Monkee for his website ‘Monkee’s Image World’. It has a very large selection of game sprites and has been helpful in the making of several addons.

16th November 2004: Operation Sturmabteilung Announced

Possum Trot has announced a new addon called ‘Operation Sturmabteilung’. It’ll have:

New enemies
New Bosses
New Title Screen
New Sounds

It’ll be out on spring 2005. Meanwhile, Possum’s other addon ‘Abandon’ should be ready in 2 weeks, and he has announced another addon called ‘Hitler’s Evolution’.

15th November 2004: DOSBox Basic Instructions

As some will already know, DOSBox (latest version 0.62) is a handy free emulator for playing Wolf 3D games with music on newer Windows systems such as WinME and WinXP. I recently updated my ‘Extras’ page to include some basic instructions on how to use it.

15th November 2004: Spear Levels Pack

There’s been renewed interest lately in the Spear levels contest which was started in Feb 2004 by Gex on the DHW Forums. It’s not yet clear if there’ll still be a contest but there will be a levels pack released for the full Spear game. So far, 8 levels by Gex and 2 levels by ack have been completed. Some others are being done by De Zeurkous and Otto.

If anyone wants to contribute any levels, the following slots are still available: 2, 7, 8, 9, 12, 13, 14 and 20. The levels should fit the original Spear graphics and ceiling colours. There’s more info in a thread at the DHW Forums.

14th November 2004: Wolfer Spotlight Updated

A new Wolfer has been added to our ‘Wolfer Spotlight’ feature. This time it’s BJ Rowan. All of BJ Rowan’s addons are now listed in chronological order. Once again, many thanks to Andy Nonymous for providing much of the information.

14th November 2004: Help Wanted – Coders

Conner94 has cancelled ‘Brutal Death’ and is instead making a new game called ‘Stargate Sg1 Episode 1: O’ Neil’. So far, 25% of the weapons have been done. If anyone wants to help with the coding, please email cjirwin94@comcast.net.

9th November 2004: De Zeurkous Levels

De Zeurkous has sent in two zips. The first has an unfinished lost level for the full Wolf 3D. It was originally intended to be used in ‘ZW1’. Other people are free to finish it and/or use it in some other project(s) as long as credit is given.

The second has some Blake Stone ‘Aliens Of Gold’ levels, never finished but playable. It plays like one big level using teleporters. No elevator here. The first level is almost finished. The other levels are finished in part to enable the player to get items and throw switches needed on the same or other levels. If there’s enough positive feedback, De Zeurkous might finish it.

Also, work has resumed on ‘ZW1 Phase 2’. Expect screenshots soon.

9th November 2004: Space-style Addon

James Shain is planning a space-style addon for Wolf 3d and needs a team of people to help out.

If anyone would like to help, please email James at lilmanjs@yahoo.com.

8th November 2004: Risingstein Manga Drawing

Guillermo Buteler has sent a drawing from his upcoming set ‘Risingstein Manga’. It shows the three main bad guys of the comic, Ivana Grosse (the fourth, last, and youngest of the Grosse brothers), Akira Schabbs (Dr. Schabbs’ son and man in charge of Japan’s Operation Eisenfaust), and Captain Amazake (Japan super-soldier in charge of Schabbs protection).

8th November 2004: Coding Help Needed

Andrew needs help with some coding for his upcoming ‘Halo’ addon.

If anyone would like to help, please email Andrew at ANL8000@wmconnect.com.

8th November 2004: Wolfer Spotlight Updated

A new Wolfer has been added to our ‘Wolfer Spotlight’ feature. This time it’s DTrade. All of DTrade’s addons are now listed in chronological order. Once again, many thanks to Andy Nonymous for providing much of the information.

6th November 2004: D.O.I. Released

Here’s a new ‘D.O.I.’ mod released by Ueber Wolf. There’s one episode of 9 levels, including a secret level. The features include enemies replaced with walking and talking Ignas, different death animations, several new wall textures, and new help/endart. It’s available on a website dedicated to the mod at Kill Ignas.

6th November 2004: More Spear Doomsday Screenshots

ZuljinRaynor has sent in another set of screenshots from his upcoming set ‘Spear Doomsday’. Click on the thumbnail to see them. Also check out Zuljin’s site at ZuljinRaynor’s Troll City. Some of the graphics in ‘Spear Doomsday’ have been borrowed with the permission of AReyeP. These graphics are shown in the screenshots. They originate from the modification: ‘Spear Resurrection’ by AReyeP and MCS. Used with permission. Go to www.areyep.com for more information on’Spear Resurrection’.

5th November 2004: Upcoming Mod: The Fall

René “Havoc” N. has sent in details of his upcoming project ‘The Fall’:

It’ll be a modification about an accident in a secret complex of the USA
The enemies are zombies, mutated scientists and failed lab experiments
You are an elite soldier of the US army
There’ll be realistic weapons: US army Knife, Glock 17, Benelli M4 and M16A1
New music, sound and code

For more information about the story, the team (which includes René, JoeWolf, JackaL and Metal Overlord) and the status about the modification, please visit The Fall.

5th November 2004: Risingstein Manga Update

Here’s some news from Guillermo Buteler. His next project will be ‘Risingstein Manga’. The Synopsis goes this way: After many fruitless efforts to compete with his brother BJ Blazcowicz, Francis Blazcowicz is finally assigned a top-caliber mission in Japan to stop Akira Schabbs (Dr. Schabbs’ son) to continue ‘Operation: Eisenfaust’ in the deepness of the Rising Sun empire.

5th November 2004: MISSION: MEXICO! Episode Names

Rocketboy680 has postponed ‘Death of Cartosa’ for a while but has released info on his next project ‘MISSION: MEXICO!’. Here are the episode names:

MISSION: MEXICO!:

1: Desert Lands
2: El Concentration Camp
3: The Mole

MISSION: DIABLO (Expansion Pack):

1: Baron’s Chapel
2: The Exorcism
3: Diablo’s Den

The enemies will come later.

31st October 2004: The Rise Of Nod Title Screen/Manual

Here’s the title screen from Luke Strauman’s next set ‘The Rise Of Nod’.

30th October 2004: New30 Vswap Updated

Gary Ragland’s vswap from his first set ‘New30’ has been replaced with one that Paal Olstad made and was on his website until recently. Gary’s original vswap didn’t work and using the one from the registered set meant some objects weren’t displayed correctly. Requires the full version of Wolfenstein 3D to play.

29th October 2004: Gates Of Hell Released

MINOTAURiii975 has released ‘Gates Of Hell’. There are 11 levels (10 on episode 1, and 1 on episode 2) that are mostly not that large. There’s lots of changed graphics that are mostly from other sets and some changed sounds. It blends together quite well. Credits are given in a text file included in the zip.

26th October 2004: HOS Maps In SOD Format

The final version of ‘HOS’ did not allow the maps to be shown in a map editor but here’s a version of the maps that ack has extracted and converted into SOD format. Players should now possibly be able to solve any questions they have about getting through levels (though there are some limitations since the sprite types are not exactly the same). There is a text document included with the zip with some commentary from ack himself. Needs the full version of Spear to play.

26th October 2004: Spear Doomsday Screenshots

ZuljinRaynor has sent in a set of 6 screenshots from his upcoming set ‘Spear Doomsday’. Click on the thiumbnail to see them. Also check out Zuljin’s site at ZuljinRaynor’s Troll City. Some of the graphics in ‘Spear Doomsday’ have been borrowed with the permission of AReyeP. These graphics are shown in the screenshots. They originate from the modification: ‘Spear Resurrection’ by AReyeP and MCS. Used with permission. Go to www.areyep.com for more information on’Spear Resurrection’.

25th October 2004: Wolfer Spotlight/2nd Wolfer Added

A second Wolfer has been added to our ‘Wolfer Spotlight’ feature. This time it’s the late John Bucksnort. All of John’s 25 addons are now listed in chronological order. Once again, many thanks to Andy Nonymous for providing much of the information.

25th October 2004: New Wahnsinn Software Forums

For those interested in the ‘Mario’ series of games, Wahnsinn Software has started new forums. Other sections are being added.

24th October 2004: Only One Survives/New Midi

Richard Kelly has done a new tune for both OKBJ and his SOD add-on, and it’s called ‘Only One Survives’ (the one who survives is BJ, of course). The new song will take the place of the ‘Zero Hour’ song heard in both games (if all goes well). The new song will probably need a little trimming before being used in the games, but it’s included here in its entirety.

24th October 2004: Bushenstein 3D Released

Here’s a shareware set called ‘Bushenstein 3D’ which is quite appropriate with the U.S. Presidential campaign in full swing. It’s a mix of original Wolf 3D graphics with a number of American icons thrown in, including a portrait of John Kerry and George Bush on the status bar. There are 5 new levels which are mostly well detailed though not that large. Level 2 has keys in secret areas. New sounds. It was sent in by Michael.

24th October 2004: Tei Tenga Update

Here’s an update on Darkhaven3’s upcoming set ‘Tei Tenga’:

New EXE: No
New Graphics: Yes
New Music: Yes
New Sounds: No
New Maps: 60, all from scratch
New Sprites: No

STORY:

You are William “BJ” Blazcowicz, Corporal in the UAF Assault team, waiting inside the SWAT van outside of the gigantic TEI TENGA industrial building, where mutant horrors and biological experiments await your team inside. You are ordered to stay behind and watch the ship, while the others march into the huge building, taking all the heavy firepower with them.

You listen on the radio: Men shouting orders, guns blazing, those same men shouting orders to retreat, repeated blasts from several rocket launchers, bones crunching, animal-like growls, and finally silence… You take your pistol, your only weapon, and go into the building. They know you’re here… There’s no turning back now…

24th October 2004: Wolf 3D Movie Released

Bart Remmers has made a 19 second Wolf3d movie. To give some idea of the content, I’ve posted a few screenshots from it.

21st October 2004: Gates Of Hell Title Screen

Fergie Co. have sent in the title screen from their upcoming set ‘Gates Of Hell’.

19th October 2004: Abandon Release Date Extended

Here’s an email I received from Possum Trot, formerly Togo: “The ‘Abandon’ release date will now be the 18th of December because I want to redo all my maps. I now know how to use the floor codes a lot better.

Possum Trot“

19th October 2004: Evil Dead Sprites

Here’s a set of 3 sprites sent in by Mäx. They are from his upcoming set ‘Evil Dead’. All graphics will be replaced with self made graphics.

16th October 2004: New Wolfer Spotlight Section

A new ‘Wolfer Spotlight’ section has been added to the Dome. Each featured Wolfer will have a brief description/synopsis of their work, a chronological list of their mods and mods they may have worked on for others. The first Wolfer to be featured is Harry L. Mass Sr. Thanks to Andy Nonymous for the idea and for providing much of the information. Roughly once a month, a new Wolfer will be added.

16th October 2004: Dome Awards – October 2004

This month’s Dome awards go to Dumscheissekopf for ‘Operation: Mutant Strike’, and to Lakota Bucksnort for ‘Paderborn’. Both addons are fast moving with lots of action and have good level design.

16th October 2004: BSE24 – New Planet Strike Levels

Kurt (ack) has released a new set of 24 levels for ‘Planet Strike’ which replaces the earlier released 6 level demo. It’s called ‘BSE24’ and looks pretty good thus far though I’ve only played a couple levels. An updated text file is included. Some bugs in the demo version have been fixed. Needs the full version of Planet Strike to play.

14th October 2004: Mega Luigi Projects Update

Mega Luigi has returned to the Wolf 3D community after a break. He is thinking of completing his unfinished projects ‘Project Aniquilation’ and ‘Operation Cataclisma’. In PA, most of the levels are already completed.

13th October 2004: Operation: God Hand Texture Packs

Spiritblade has released most of the texture packs from his cancelled project ‘Operation: God Hand’. They include Streaming Grey/Red Brick, Prison Walls, Grey Brick, Blue Brick and Steel.

Updated later on Oct 13 with a ‘Red Brick’ set added and now contains 8 zips.

12th October 2004: Operation: Mutant Strike 2 Update

Dumscheissekopf has started work on a sequel to ‘Operation: Mutant Strike’. Click on the thumbnail for more info and the title screen. Now updated with a 2nd screenshot.

11th October 2004: Richard Kelly Email

Richard Kelly, the author of ‘Operation: Kill BJ!’, has returned to the Wolf 3D scene and has plans for some more addons.

You can read more in an email that Richard sent to me here.

10th October 2004: Monster Bash 3D Website

Ryan Steinbruner’s new website for his upcoming set ‘Monster Bash 3D’ is now up.

It’s at Monster Bash 3D.

9th October 2004: OL/OMS Midi Collection

Majik Monkee has released a set of original midis for the tunes used in ‘Operation: Letzterschutz’ and ‘Operation: Mutant Strike’. The tunes came out very good in the actual games, though they underwent a lot of editing, and sound even better in the original form (and some are much longer).

9th October 2004: Kill The Gezis Cancelled

Here’s an email from Togo: “Hi Wolfers! There won’t be a ‘Kill the Gezis’. It’s too advanced for me right now. But I will make an addon called ‘Abandon’ with 60 levels based on the registered game, probably with new sounds and music.

– Togo“

7th October 2004: Operation: Mutant Strike Released

Dumscheissekopf has released ‘Operation: Mutant Strike’. It has ten levels (no secret level), many changed graphics, some changed music, and several coding changes. There is a manual included with the zip file that covers the story and basic details of the game. Credit for any contributions has been given in the text file. The levels are well detailed and quite extensive. Two of the levels are by ack and one by Majik Monkee. It’s fast moving, with lots of atmosphere and lots of mutants!!

4th October 2004: Wolf-Bytes Has Moved!

Ian Franken has announced that ‘Wolf-Bytes’ has moved. This new location will serve as the official site for the ‘Wolf-Bytes’ newsletter. You can subscribe and unsubscribe, as well as browse past issues, at this site.

3rd October 2004: Resident Evil Released

Kyo Kusanagi has released ‘Resident Evil’. There are 18 consecutive seamless levels that are mostly quite well made though a few are not that extensive. Graphics are partly from HOS, partly from the original Wolf 3D and there are some that I’ve not seen before. Changed sounds and music. There’s quite a mixture here but it seems to blend together well.

2nd October 2004: DOSBox Version 0.62 Released

SourceForge has released version 0.62 of ‘DOSBox’, a DOS emulator for Windows. This version is compatible with more Dos games than earlier versions, has many extra features, and a better playing speed. On my Windows ME computer, which is far from top of the range, I can now play Wolf 3D games at a reasonable playing speed and have all the sounds and music!!

30th September 2004: Operation: Eisenkrieg Final Version Released

Here’s the final version released by Sandy of ‘Operation: Eisenkrieg’. There are now 8 levels which are designed well but not that extensive. Lots of graphics changes though most of them I’ve seen elsewhere. Changed sounds and some minor code changes like new ceiling colours and increased health/ammo. The Wolf 3D feel still remains. This version replaces the 5 level demo issued Sept 10.

28th September 2004: The Rise Of Jason v3.0 Released

Kyo Kusanagi has released version 3.0 of ‘The Rise Of Jason’. Changes since version 2.5 (released Sept 15) include extra levels (all 60 are now done), extra weapons and new music. There’s also gun bobbing, new weapons, changed ceiling colours, menu screen colours, status bar and some cheats that were done in earlier versions. Apart from a few menu spelling errors this is easily the best set that Kyo has made so far. Credit also goes to Mr. Wolf, who drew some weapons by hand. This replaces the earlier version 2.5 which was issued Sept 15.

27th September 2004: Monster Bash 3-D Update

Here’s an update and some screenshots from ‘Monster Bash 3-D’, sent in by Ryan Steinbruner. Though near to completion, Ryan tells me the game is planned to be released in December this year, giving Adam Biser and himself plenty of time to get the game running smoothly. There will be 3 episodes with 10 levels each. The first episode will have a castle theme, the second a swamp, and the third will have a snow theme.

24th September 2004: Operation: Nacht Rose Updated

Lucky Foot’s ‘Operation: Nacht Rose’ has been updated due to a mapping error found on episode 2 – level 4 (no exit elevator). For more info on this set, please see Aug 28 news items.

21st September 2004: Paderborn Released

Lakota Bucksnort has released ‘Paderborn’. There are 15 seamless levels which are designed well and are quite complex. There’s a mix of original Wolf3D/Spear graphics plus some newer graphics and it all fits together well. It’s quite a difficult set to play at times with lots of action.

21st September 2004: Call To Code Editors

Here’s an email from Kev Reid: ” -Call to Code editors. I have an idea that I have been mulling over for some time now, not knowing if it would work or if it was even possible. As such I have made no attempt at the following: Here is a challenge to coders who have some experience with the music aspect of Wolf. Would it be possible to, instead of, loop a sample out of VSWAP in a continuous circuit in the background instead of music? I believe that if this is possible it will be far better than the Ambient sound tutorials as music does not stop other sounds from playing where ambient sounds do. I would be very interested to know – if it is possible drop me a line: sporb2000@yahoo.co.nz.“

21st September 2004: Wolfenstein 3D In Icelandic

Atli has released ‘Wolfenstein 3D In Icelandic’. All the menus’ and the status bar have been converted into the Icelandic language. It’s meant to be played with the full original game and has no new maps, graphics or sounds. Needs the full 60 level 1.4 version of Wolf3D to play.

20th September 2004: Wolfenstein 3D Dome Downtime

Late last Friday night (Sept 17), all the Dome files were suddenly deleted from the server. It happened at roughly the time some Front Page extension and other files were reinstalled.

The site is now fully restored.

18th September 2004: Kill the Gezis Update

Togo has sent in some images from his upcoming set ‘Kill the Gezis’.

He has also written an extensive hintbook:

History – starts in 1896.

In the big country, Gesia, there is a little dump hole called Eisenstein. This little dump has 30 people in population. 10 of them is the Orschtrabthal family. This family houses the dad, Jacob, the mother, Maria and the eight kids, Theodor, Hanz, Franz, Sergei, Thina, Arnold, Engelbrecht and Senvetines. Senventines is the oldest. Born 1879, and he has allways been the outstanding guy. In school, in groups and very unsocial. Afterall, he aren’t very nice to be with.

His lonelyness tickles him very much, but in 1898 he find two of his friends…the only friends he ever had, Max Chaplain and Franz Wergenbauer. Both are on same ages. There wishes are to be a part of the gesian politician party. They can’t, at first they will make a party. And so they do…

Which in september 1918, make the “Gesian Zuperkunft Party”. It is called GZP now. Which is mean “The gesian Zuperkunft party”. Zuperkunft is against militairyplaces will be closed and the youth don’t wanna be in the army. They will make enormous power. All the country should have unleast one weapon. Every men under 16 should now a lot about weapon and army, and everybody will be rich..not rich on that way, but not extremely poor. But something happens.

The 3rd february 1921 the G.Z.P. comes in the politician party. It happens very well. There are three members, Senvetines, Chaplain and Franz. Everything seems to go right on, but it goes downwards..
Two monts later, Chaplain shot a minister, which make the party suspended in 50 years.

After seven years Senvetines goes crazy. In the news in 1928, everybody heard that next year will be economical cool. Talking on movies, colour on movies, cheaper things, more cars and electricity and all that stuff. That makes Senvetines go nuts, and on the 31st of december 1928 at 23:59:59 o’clock he plain a bomb in D’Sataan, the capital which houses 10 millions in population. The bomb is..an not 100% powerful atombomb. Then it goes a bit like..

#:¤#¤KABOOOOM!!!#”@@£$

EPISODE 1: 1929 – THE INDEPENDENT

Midnight, 1st january 1929 Senvetines looses his eye and a round glass pearl comes in instead. From now on, he is called “Glasseye.” His army and stronghold is now not only three men, but 300.000 men. But no, if they won’t join GZP they will be brutal killed. But anyway..they don’t have a life 😛

The 1st of january the spy Wolf Stein discoveres what is wrong. He was spy in the age of 15 in the second worldwar in 1919. Now he knows what Glasseye wants and now he follows him step for step – drink for drink.

Glasseye keep smashing the town from end to end, but changes hes meaning a lot of times. From January-March 1929 the town is broken. In april the 14th, he rembember his childhood when the family took “The nice trip to the Capital”. He gets completely sentimentinal, and on the first day in may he take all the town in crowd of 3 million people who is left and talks to them loud: “I will built this city up again. The dust is now must…to be modern.”
And so he goes.
The builders are in big work, and already in november 1929 the town is good. Now six million people lives there, and they have library, theaters, cinemas, cafées and bars and all that stuff.
But everything is not just good. 150 kilometres out for D’Sataan in his childhoodtown, Eisenstein there is a hill with an abandoned castle. Since 1914 he had built on it. Now, the 17th december 1929 it is ready. Now Wolf Stein is on the track and knows where Glasseye houses all the enforcement which will make a worldshake.

Episode 1 levels:

1 – In the ruins of the night in the start of 1929. Get out of town!
2 – In a house(elevator jump in level 1) is a cellar, which is the old first worldwar underground, which is all back from 1884. Here you are now.
3 – Underground start – a tunnel against D’Sataan, and all the other towns out of this place. Here you’ll meet the GZ.. a replacement for SS.
4 – The sewer. Guards is here, and GZ. A lotta new stuff is coming here.
5 – Kind of old graveyard, here is only ghost. Escape, but if you’ll be concentrate, you’ll find more than you expect…
6 – Schulzburg old castle. Nearby the old castle, and the outway to the next episode..nearly.
7 – Entrance to the old castle. Now its got a name. It is on elevation 2000, so it is called “Castle Zugspitze”.
8 – Before you meet the castle guard, Theodore Einkleinz, then you see a unlocked secret chamber which is the “Outway.”
9 – Bigtime baby. Here you meet Einkleinz, which is the only one you’ll meet except the ghosts.
10 – L.O.L. – Levels on Lowlaying. 500 metres under the earth is a dungeon, where ghost and deads is. You’ll find it if you can…

EPISODE 2: 1933 – THE SIN

This game is only a taste for my add-ons. We jump right to the sin in 1933. A beloved young fellow died right when he joined the army. This event is dedicated to the song, “Lurking” which is the start music.
Glasseye well keeps the town, but the GZlife is different. 10.000 humans are dead now by gas..

Episode 2 levels:

1 – Command House. Ten levels in a big bunker, but we are not on the earth. Here its called Totenhaus. A big totenhaus…WOW.
2 – Kitchen. Here you’ll meet the servant, which is a mod to the Schiefer dog. Damn i spell english bad.
3 – Officehall 6528-442. Here are officers which are making papers to the death over a minister who’ll visit Glasseye. If you kills all these guys the minister will be living longer.
4 – Laboratory. No new, though the GZ guard also are chemistries. Their education not only takes army, also professor grades.
5 – Officehall 6528-666. Deadly weapons and explosives in here, but no men. Where are they gone?
6 – March. 75 men can’t see you, cause they march on the same way. Use tha chaingun to this.
7 – Old office. This is the old office of Glasseye. In 1384, this was used for king Hanz XVI. Therefor, there houses ghosts.
8 – Hothouse. A gas chamber. the gas turns on but you can make it stop if you handle right.
9 – Bigtime again. The boss here is the Totenhaus keeper, Johannes Fradz. Easy as..uh…………..Schabbs?!?
10 – Right-o-Joe. Here you meet another boss, the wendystarian(which down here means the U.S.) geek who knows all about weapons. Kill him, it’s easy.
NOT!!!

EPISODE 3: 1935 – UNION STRIKES

After this solution you wait again…until 1935 where the Gesian land starts to hate Glasseye. After the “Bärchen” in 1934(Another addon) everybody is gone nuts. This is a whole union who involves 140 millions people in danger. Help ’em out, kill weaponguy Jöhn Batzbau. Weird name but kill him anyways.

Episode 3 levels:

1 – D’Sataan six years after chaos. Dead bodies, but guards and GZ’s.
2 – Totenhaus 353. Here you will be the next levels. Here is Batzbau.
3 – Mess hall. Gezis are pigs when there is food. The gezis here are all dead because of their drunkness. But there are servants. Easy peasy. But the secrets is…i think more important hmm!
4 – Die voebenläger. All the weapons are here, and here is only GZ’s. Masculine, undrunk, and ready to roll. For war, of cause..
5 – Officehall 6554-310. Not something special. Except a boss – the leaders wife, Angoritha Lindenhamn. She is not easy. Unleast 95 shots.
6 – Gotcha! You’re busted!! They’ll catch you when you come in a door, but there are 20 doors to start with look from the elevatorstart.
7 – Dungeon. Prison! Escape. Just cry, it is a very, very nostalgic level. Oh, those memories..!
8 – Turbolation. Be quiet. This is the dorm. No one are awake………….but if you look there are some!
9 – Yeahright. There aren’t a boss. It was in level 5. !
10 – Messhall by Night. Slaughted bodies and torture. Here you’ll meet the mutant mod, the executor.

EPISODE 4: 1938 – WARSTART

North from Gesia is Venesia. Steins homeland. Since 1921 the general Wilhelm Petersen wondered about Glasseye. Petersen was the country’s biggest general in 1931 – now they are confrontational enemys. At the 12th of july a couple on the age 70 at a farm working, did get a wonderful shane. The sun was high, and there was 80 degrees, but the shane wasn’t well – it was a bomb. Then one day after the general yells WAR! and so it started. Now Stein still is at Zugspitze, in a big laboratory.

Episode 4 levels:

1 – Born center. Here are executormutants made. They are – nuff said, the only enemy in this episode.
2 – Wartank. Tanks are built here, but not anymore. The mutants have fixed the tanks better, so the war will rages on for probably 150 years.
3 – P.O.W. – Again a dedicated song. To start with, there is officehall and living officers. Get a key, and you’ll come “behind”. Here are a chaos with blood, guts, dead guards, dead mutants and living mutants. This is also called “Hell”.
4 – The spy must Die. Mutants in this level are programmed to only kill you. An old messhall which now is torturechamber. About 100 enemys, i think.
5 – Medlab. Doctors laboratory. Here are only servants and mutants.
6 – Downside. Dark dungeon, only a prison. There are torturechambers.
7 – Dump. Abandoned old castle area, no one is alive. There are only ghosts.
8 – Booooring. Another level which is nearly the same as level 3. This can be called W.O.P. – new music.
9 – Coocoo. The doctor Arnold Schulzer don’t know you’re here, so this must be easy.

EPISODE 5: 1942 – BATTLE RAGES ON…

NOTHING! Completely NOTHING! Can stop Glasseye. He is 63 years old and still waractive. Now 229 million people has been killed in the war, 71 from Gesia but the general isn’t touched at all. Petersen send an atombomb over his hometown Eisenstein, and it blowed away. Glasseye is still not touched. So he must order new weapons at the buffer.

Episode 5 levels:

1 – Weapon Buff. A big place with many weapons and a boss, which is the weaponkeeper. The boss is a Hitler Ghost mod and compelety not “bossed” enough. More in the level is that there are no mutants anymore. And a lots of secrets, of course.
2 – Cargocentral. GZguards and trucks is the only thing you’ll see here. Easy.
3 – Chemical Madness. Servants and guards. Here you’ll get a new order by your Service: The general is near you.
4 – Chemical Experience. Bombs and dead bodies again. Guards are though, still alive, but weak as allways.
5 – Last Chemical. Two mods from the Hitlerghost, two bosses. A chemical guard and the Colonel Eisenberg. Eisenberg is an old chemistry, and difficult.
6 – Battlefield. Now you’re at the battlefield beneath Zugspitze’s borders. Now run, to the underground so you can get to D’Sataans battlefields!
7 – Underground Bloodfield. Mutants are here! Unexpected. But daa, it is the underground!
8 – Midnight Train. You’ll see a truckmod(train) in the underground. Jump on it, and get to D’Sataan. Rest of the level is just like the 7th.
9 – Nothing Special. In D’Sataans battlefields you are now and must take care. A boss isn’t there.
0 – This is floor 0. Sounds aknown, right? This level is dedicated to Tristan van Putten. It’s from the Final Solution. I couldn’t find this level so i cheated me to it. I couldn’t get out of it, so revenge to you, Tristan!

EPISODE 6: 1946 – LAST OUTWAY TO FREEDOM

The battlefield in the capital is very though. You must get in the underground again, but this one is different. It made up in a half year, so the place you’ll come to is a “Underground Totenhaus”. Sound terrif, eh? But notice: The general is in the last level..

Episode 6 levels:

1 – Encounting. A center with machines by officers. Only enemys you’ll see in this level are those guys. Ghosts isn’t there, its the newdays. The levels music is also jazz.
2 – Officehall 6681-946. The last four numbers is the year the war will end. And which year is this?!? Glasseye made it, so what’s his plain?
3 – Wic-a-te-Wah! SURPRISE!! I can’t say a thing about this level. Na.. the biggest things is mutants are here. Not exited? Daw, i’ll keep my mouth shot.
4 – The day after Nightmare. Normal level. Officehall, messhall and torturechamber. GZ’s are in bigger groups here, so get your guns ready.
5 – Enemy around the Corner. Dedicated again. But this fits. The level is difficult, but look at the title. Heh.
6 – L.O.L. SPECIAL EDITION. The first bonus level with new modifies. Afterall, it is in the D’Sataan.
7 – Desolated Dungeons. Dark and scary. Full of ghosts – and guards, for that sake.
8 – Worldreaction. Before the big bloodbath with Glasseye – there is a dedicated song. In level 19 in TFS there is a song called “Lurking” or something. Sounds like somethings gonna happen.
9 – Are you strong enough? Battlefield with pure Gezi’s. Ten minutes after Glasseye cutted Petersen in thousand pieces you’ll came with all your guns to make it absurd for the guy. Technics? No! The level have three rooms. The elevator welcoming, the total big center where 299 guards and Glasseye is, and a elevator jump. So pay attention, boy.
10 – It’s over now. Dedicated to song – Victory. You run out in a big hall full of empty rooms and dead bodies to jump.

– And so it happend. This is kill the Gezi’s. Stein was on many missions until 1973 where he get retired. He died at the age 97 in 2001. Happy ending! This is MY happy ending for this game – not for boyfriends, Avril Lavigne!!

Well, afterall this game was succesfull. My plains are to make ONE game for 1938, 1939 and so on. Perhaps i’ll make a fun modern addon, style with Hotel Romanstein.

15th September 2004: The Rise Of Jason v2.5 Released

Kyo Kusanagi has released version 2.5 of ‘The Rise Of Jason’. Changes since version 2.0 (released Sept 12) include gun bobbing and different weapons. Some ceiling colours, the menu screen colours, status bar and some cheats have been changed too. The 54 levels are as in the previous version. Credit also goes to Mr. Wolf, who drew the weapons by hand.

15th September 2004: Paderborn Update

Lakota Bucksnort tells me that ‘Paderborn’ is almost finished and is in the last stage of debugging the levels… a little tweak here and there, particularly with the object placements. Also, the Endart still needs to be added.

The set should be ready within 7 – 8 days.

13th September 2004: Monster Bash 3-D Project News

Ryan Steinbruner has sent in a progress report on his upcoming addon ‘Monster Bash 3-D’. Also included is a ‘before and after’ weapon image and a help wanted section. Click on the thumbnail for more info. Updated Sept 14.

13th September 2004: Dome Awards – September 2004

This month’s Dome awards go to Majik Monkee & ack for ‘Operation: Letzterschutz’, and to Mäx for ‘The Untold Story’. Both addons have good ‘all round’ quality.

13th September 2004: The Rise Of Hitler (Final Version) Released

Here’s the final version of Kyo Kusanagi’s ‘The Rise Of Hitler’. It’s basically 18 new levels for ‘Spear Resurrection’ as it uses the SR code and most of it’s images. As with the 5 demo levels, the new one’s are fairly well designed and decorated though nowhere near as extensive as in SR. This version replaces the 5 level demo issued Aug 29. Needs the full ‘Spear Resurrection’ to play.

13th September 2004: Upcoming Addons Updates

Here’s a couple upcoming addons updates I received recently:

Sandy’s next set will be ‘Halls of Stonehenge Special Edition Master Levels’. Sandy was very impressed with ‘HOS SE’ and decided to make a set based on it!!
Kev Reid tells me the final version of ‘Dead Reckoning’ will have 30 levels. Many of the original demo levels will be changed.

12th September 2004: The Rise Of Jason v2.0 Released

Kyo Kusanagi has released version 2.0 of ‘The Rise Of Jason’ and it now has 54 levels (9 on each episode). The new levels are done pretty well and, as with the earlier ones, some are a good size though a few are less extensive. There are some vswap changes too. This version replaces the earlier version issued Sept 6.

11th September 2004: Kill The Gezi’s Update

Here’s an email received yesterday from Togo: “Hi Wolfers!! Before the end of the year I will have made an add-on. It is called ‘Kill the Gezis’. On another world, like on the Earth, there are world wars. Three of them, and this is the 3rd world war, from 1938-46. Very soon I’ll make the story to it. Hopeulikit. – Togo“

10th September 2004: Dead Reckoning Demo Released

Kev Reid has released a demo version of ‘Dead Reckoning’. There are 9 levels, some that are quite extensive and some with open areas. Most graphics are changed, some are new and some come from other sets. New sounds and some code changes such as helpart. The Wolf3D feel is largely replaced with a ‘Heretic’ type feel. Kev points out that there’ll be many more changes in the final version.

10th September 2004: Operation: Mutant Strike Update

Dumscheissekopf has nearly completed a new project called ‘Operation: Mutant Strike’. It’s based on a rejected storyline by Majik Monkee and the game follows ‘Operation: Letzterschutz’. You play special agent Jill Hunter, on a mission to investigate reports of hideous mutants. The enemies in the game are mutants, mutants, and more mutants! There will be a lot of changed graphics and sounds, about 8 new levels, and no source code modifications. The project should be ready in a couple of days.

10th September 2004: Operation: Eisenkrieg Demo Released

This latest demo by Sandy is called ‘Operation: Eisenkrieg’ and has 5 levels that are done well but not that extensive. Lots of graphics changes though most of them I’ve seen elsewhere. Changed sounds and some minor code changes like new ceiling colours and increased health/ammo. The Wolf 3D feel still remains.

10th September 2004: Napalm/Medal Of Honor Projects

Two new projects by Wolfenstein 3D Fan are ‘Napalm’ and ‘Medal Of Honor’. Both projects will have:

New Enemies/Bosses
New Graphics
New Sounds
New Title Screen
Minimum of 5 levels

9th September 2004: Wolfenstein 3D Dome Downtime

Late last Friday night (Sept 17), all the Dome files were suddenly deleted from the server. It happened at roughly the time some Front Page extension and other files were reinstalled. I have emailed Easyspace to see if they’ve any info on what happened but so far they’ve not replied. The site should be fully back to normal by about 10pm tonight (Sunday) UK time. Meanwhile, the site is operating but with some items missing.

8th September 2004: Operation: Letzterschutz Update

Majik Monkee has released updated maps and mini manual for ‘Operation: Letzterschutz’. There are some minor map changes, most notably in episode 3 level 4. The mini manual now gives credit for some material that Matt forgot to give credit for earlier. This version (v1.2) replaces the one issued on Sept 1.

7th September 2004: Wolf-Bytes Newsletter

Here’s an email received from Ian Franken: “The Wolf-Bytes newsletter for Wolfenstein 3D fans will be available to subscribers in a week or less. You can go ahead and subscribe at my site Castle Wolfenstein so you can be sure to get the first issue as soon as it comes out.

I’ve gotten a lot of subscribers already, and I’m surprised at how many people are looking forward to this. There’s a lot of good stuff in this one, so I don’t think anyone will be disappointed. If they are, you can also unsubscribe very easily. Your email address will NOT be sold to spammers or abused in any way. This is purely for fun. Thanks. – Ian“

7th September 2004: Wolf 3D For The TI-83 Calculator

Sam Feichter tells me there’s a version of ‘Wolf 3D’ for the TI-83 calculator. It’s at www.ticalc.org/wolf3d. Also available is a version for ‘Doom’ at www.ticalc.org/doom. The ‘Doom’ screenshots actually look more like ‘Wolf3D!!’. Sam says the calculator costs about $80 in the USA, but if emulators are used this needs both MirageOS (an operating system, downloadable from ticalc.org) and a TI-83+ emulator. Try at Zophar.

6th September 2004: The Rise Of Jason Released

This latest set by Kyo Kusanagi called ‘The Rise Of Jason’ has 30 levels (5 on each episode). The levels are done pretty well and though some are a good size – some are less extensive. There’s a mix of original and changed graphics and new sounds. Replaced Sept 12 with version 2.0, which has 54 levels (9 on each episode).

5th September 2004: The Portal Released

Sandy has released ‘The Portal’. There are 14 levels and as with Sandy’s earlier sets, they are well designed, nicely decorated, though not that extensive. There’s a blend of old and new graphics and new sounds. Most of the settings are in Germany though the final scenarios are in Egypt. Requires the full Spear Of Destiny game to play.

5th September 2004: Monkee’s Image World Update

Here’s an email from Majik Monkee concerning ‘Monkee’s Image World’: “Greetings! The Image World is being updated again, although I am still not accepting new submissions at the moment. Right now, I am trying to catch up on posting the material that has already been sent to me over the past couple months, and I’m also trying to clear up some more room on my server. There are several very good new submission available for download on the site, and several of my own links that have been inactive or not previously available are now active. I will update the site’s news when I am able to begin taking more new submissions. Thanks for your patience.

~Majik~ ” Monkee’s Image World

5th September 2004: Wolf 3D Music Samples

Jeffrey Valancy has sent in 3 Wolf 3D music samples (the whole files are generally 2 to 3 megs and the song is played twice). The samples are: ‘Around the Corner’, and 2 ‘Lurking’ samples, the second being for the purpose of demonstrating Jeffrey’s abillity to change the instruments and make custom versions.

Around The Corner (774Kb)
Lurking (467Kb)
Lurking 2 (483Kb)

1st September 2004: Spear Doomsday Screenshots

Here’s a set of menu screenshots from ZuljinRaynor’s upcoming set ‘Spear Doomsday’ (SDD).

1st September 2004: Encrapment BETA Released

Euberwolf tells me that ‘Encrapment’ BETA for Wolfenstein 3D shareware has been released. The Infopage is at: http://mods.moddb.com/3625/.

Euberwolf’s Homepage is at: http://members.fortunecity.de/ueberwolf/enc/.

1st September 2004: Operation: Letzterschutz Released

Majik Monkee has announced the release of ‘Operation: Letzterschutz’. The set has a total of 30 levels spread out over six episodes. There are several coding changes, including new weapons and enemies, some animated sprites, and a few other modifications. A mini manual is included with the zip file, and credit is given for all contributions. The levels are well designed and decorated and there are contrasts in styles. Some were made by Majik, some by ack, and 2 by Ariel. There’s also a very wide range of scenarios. It blends together quite well. Updated Sept 8 with minor map and mini manual adjustments.

1st September 2004: The Untold Story Updated

Mäx has updated the recently released ‘The Untold Story’ with a new credits entry. Nothing has changed in the actual game. This version replaces the one issued a few days ago. See Aug 30 news for more info on this set.

31st August 2004: Hotel Romanstein Released

This addon for shareware – ‘Hotel Romanstein’ is a cleaned up version of an ‘adult’ one I received a couple years ago and didn’t post. It comes from Wadman (a Mr. Choi from Korea) and has 10 new levels in a hotel setting that are well designed, extensive and quite heavily decorated. Many of the images are new as are the sounds. Although the ‘adult’ images in the earlier version have been removed, there are still some actors’ (such as the SS shown in the final screenshot) who are rather sparingly dressed.

Mr. Choi has a Wolfenstein 3D website at Cafe Daum, though it’s in Korean!!

31st August 2004: Dead Reckoning Update

Kev Reid tells me the demo for ‘Dead Reckoning’ is almost complete. It has 10 levels and complete code – except that some features have been disabled (so there’ll be something to look forward to in the final version).

1) DEMO version

Guns = 100% / Items = 100% / Levels = 30%
Enemies = 90% / EXE = 90%
Total = 82%

2) FULL version – Out soon

Guns = 50% / Items = 65% / Levels = 15%
Enemies = 68% / EXE = 65% / Addons = 50%
Total = 52%

31st August 2004: Revenge Of Poopdeck Willie: Resurrection Released

Here’s a new 3 episode (12 level) version of Elmer Fudd’s ‘Revenge Of Poopdeck Willie’. The four extra levels are on episode 3, and are 3 new levels plus a modified original boss level. The first 2 episodes are mainly modified HOS levels, plus modified original boss levels. This version replaces the one released Aug 20. The first 2 episodes remain as previously posted.

30th August 2004: The Untold Story Released

Mäx has released his follow up to ‘Sensenmann’. It’s called ‘The Untold Story’ and has 2 episodes at present (both 3 levels + secret). They are both well designed and heavily decorated. The opening level, in a restaurant, features ‘friendly people’ who don’t shoot at you!! Lots of new graphics and sounds. There are many features such as floor/ceiling textures, directional sprites, 9 weapons, rain/snow effects, animated clouds and lightshading. Very atmospheric. The title screen warns that some scenes contain blood, guts and violence!!

30th August 2004: Level Design Help Needed

Sandy has requested level design help for the ‘Operation: Eisenkrieg’ project.

If anyone would like to help out, please email Sandy at sandywolf3d@yahoo.es.

30th August 2004: DHWTC Project Update

Ringman and Quickmanexe recently made a number of changes to the DHWTC project vswap, particularly the wall design textures and portraits, and has issued a new set of screenshots. Also, listed below is an estimate of what’s still needed to finish the project:

Static object art – 35% (mostly just modifications needed)
Maps – 50% about 15 maps out of 30 are done – still need boss levels
Enemy edits (just more modifications) – 15%
Textures – 85% (all textures are replaced, but there are about 15% that need cleaning up.)
Status bar and BJ pic 0% (need to drastically alter BJ’s pic)
Sounds and Music – 0% (help probably needed here from a new contributor)
Weapon pics – 20%
Coding – 90% (Just need to change ceiling colors, and ‘read this’ files and maybe clean up bugs)
Title screen/episode graphics/menu graphics, etc. – 0%
Story – 65% (main story already planned and summarized, it just needs fleshing out so it can be put in the read this.

We are looking for more people to contribute to the project. It would be preferable to have small contributions from as many people as possible. If they only want to give one thing, they can, or they can stay with the group until the end helping where needed. For anyone interested in helping out or just needing more info, please visit DHWTC Yahoo Group or email Ringman at 1sttriumverate@diplomats.com. You can also private message Ringman at the DHW Forums.

29th August 2004: The Rise Of Hitler Demo Released

Here’s a 5 level demo by Kyo Kusanagi called ‘The Rise Of Hitler’. It’s basically 5 new levels for ‘Spear Resurrection’ as it uses the SR code and most of it’s images. The levels are fairly well designed and decorated though nowhere near as extensive as in SR. Updated Sept 13 with an 18 level final version. Needs the full ‘Spear Resurrection’ to play.

29th August 2004: Weapons Of Vengeance 3 Released

Sandy has released ‘Weapons Of Vengeance 3’. There are 7 levels that are well designed and nicely decorated, though they are not that extensive. Lots of changed graphics and sounds. As with Sandy’s earlier release ‘Weapons Of Vengeance 2’, this set is not a sequel to WSJ’s ‘WOV’ demo.

28th August 2004: Operation: Nacht Rose Released

Lucky Foot has released ‘Operation: Nacht Rose’. There are 30 levels spread over 5 episodes. Most of the levels are quite extensive, though many have little decoration. There are some new graphics, and changed endart screens to reflect the new storyline. Minor code changes such as ceiling colours and increased ammo/health. Text file included.

27th August 2004: Spear Doomsday Update

Here’s an email from ZuljinRaynor: “Spear Doomsday is finally under main production, coding is almost finished and then graphics will go with the flow while maps are being made.

One minor note about the coding: Internal EndArts are causing me trouble. I will attempt to implement that at the beginning of the level there is a Mission Obj’s screen and then when you collect journals, press “J” has to open a new menu (Like a menu screen) that lets you pick a journal you have found. You don’t have it, then the entries are “???.” The regular F1 will not open HelpArt but the missions OBJ’s so you can refresh. (Most floors will be just find the exit, while other floors are special). So I will have 2 types of Internal Articles so I need help in this.” ZuljinRaynor’s site is at ZuljinRaynor’s Troll City.

26th August 2004: Dead Reckoning Storyline

Here’s a storyline done by Kev Reid for his upcoming set ‘Dead Reckoning’ (Zombenstein):

“A benevolent force has recently been released on the planet and it’s up to Jawn to put it right (since he let it out in the first place). The evil emanating from a subterranean pit has begun reanimating fresh corpses turning the countryside into a wasteland of wandering not-so-dead. Play as Jawn, a local bloke and re-kill all the dead so they can finally rest in peace (or pieces). Then pursue the retreating evil deep into its pit of despair and put an end to whatever you let out once and for all. Battle evil armies of eerily cunning Zombies and Skeletons with your arsenal of improvised weaponry (includes a thermic laser and a heavy calibre magnum). Then destroy the pit from whence all hell rose forever.”

Sound good ??? then contact – Sporb2000@yahoo.co.nz – to receive a description and watch for a DEMO on the Dome soon (with the 1st 10 levels).

26th August 2004: Operation: Recapture Released

Kyo Kusanagi has released ‘Operation: Recapture’. There’s 21 levels of a fair size though most are not that extensive and the 2 secret levels remain unchanged. There are many changed graphics, though most I’ve seen before in other sets. New sounds, new status bar and new demos. Text file included. You can download it here.

25th August 2004: Revenge Of Poopdeck Willie Update

Elmer Fudd tells me the final version of ‘Revenge of Poopdeck Willie’ is being worked on and will be done in a couple days. It is the last in the series and is called ‘Revenge of Poopdeck Willie: Resurrection’. It features four more levels, a new boss, and new text files for after each episode.

25th August 2004: Image World Update

Here’s an email received today from Majik Monkee: “Due to circumstances beyond my control, the Image World will still not be accepting new submissions for at least the beginning of September. For all of you who have submitted graphics during the past month, I assure you that they will be placed on the site as soon as possible. To those of you who are loyal visitors to the site, I apologize that I have not been able to update it more frequently, but some personal problems and a very busy schedule lately have prevented me from doing any web editing lately. Also, server space remains an issue, though not as bad as before.

For the time being, I ask that folks not send me any more graphics until I post otherwise (either here or on the site itself). I already have quite a few on hand waiting to be posted, and if I get anymore, there is a chance I will misplace or overlook some of them when I get around to putting them up.

To all fans of the site, thanks for your patience. I assure you the site is not dead, and I promise to resume the updates as soon as possible. If you would like to email me regarding the site, or would like me to simply review a submission you have done, feel free to email me at: dhw_majik_monkee@yahoo.com Thanks!“

25th August 2004: The Wolfenstein Graveyard Site

Conner94 has started a new Wolf 3D site. It will include info on his upcoming set ‘Brutal Death’ though there’s not a lot there yet.

It’s at The Wolfenstein Graveyard.

25th August 2004: Digbenstein 3D Almost Complete

Kev Reid tells me ‘Digbenstein 3D’ is almost finished but without textured ceilings and floors. Details as follows:

MAIN

Text = 45% – lots to go here, Shouldn’t take long though
Sounds = 98% – just some minor adjustments to go
Levels = 70% – just got to change walls # to match textures
Sprites = 80% – some final bits of modelling to come
Objects = 90% – new OBJ’s need allocation of functions
Wall tiles = 99% – Maybe small changes here

EXE

Items = 99% – Maybe small changes here
Badguys = 90% – minor adjustments required here
Weapons = 100% – Done done and done
Interface = 99% – minor adjustments to player speed here
Space left = Very little if any (more can be made avaliable)
New additions = 10% – only one left TEX FLOOR/CEILING (help still required)

Reply to – sporb2000@yahoo.co.nz – to get more info like a full list of changes.

25th August 2004: Help Wanted For Halo

Andrew needs help in some areas with his upcoming set ‘Halo’.

If anyone would like to help out, please email Andrew at ANL8000@wmconnect.com.

25th August 2004: Castle Helvete Update

Here’s an email received today from The Chief: “Hello all… Some Helvete news.. or rather ‘CASTLE HELVETE”, as it’s now known. I’ve just recently filled Wolfenstein with my new walls, but I’m changing the palette soon, so everything you see will have slightly altered color in the final release. Also, expect floor and ceilings and other great stuff. All of the levels shown are not final, rather a way to test textures/weapons and play around with those nazi bastards. STILL NEED HELP with many things. If you have the time, e-mail me at: fourdoz@hotmail.com. More updates soon! Click on the thumbnail for some exclusive screenshots. – The Chief“

23rd August 2004: Maps Help Wanted

Conner94 has asked for some help with the maps for his upcoming set ‘Brutal Death’. The title screen was posted Aug 22.

If anyone wants to help out, please email Conner94 at cjirwin94@comcast.net.

23rd August 2004: Wrong Email Address

Elmer Fudd tells me his email address given in the text file enclosed in the ‘Revenge Of Poopdeck Willie’ zip was wrong.

The zip file has now been updated, but for those who’ve already downloaded it, the correct email is elmerfreakinfudd2@yahoo.com.

22nd August 2004: Brutal Death Title Screen

Here’s the title screen from an upcoming addon called ‘Brutal Death’. It was sent in by Conner94.

21st August 2004: Castle Wolfenstein Website Returns

Ian Franken’s ‘Castle Wolfenstein’ website is online again. It’s being updated at present but much of the content should be up soon. The main focus will be on add-on / TC reviews, Wolf3D editorials, Ian’s upcoming projects, interviews with members of the Wolf3D community as well as an editing section.

The website will also be the homepage for a new Wolf3D newsletter Ian is working on called ‘Wolf-Bytes’. It will include featured Wolfenstein sites and add-ons, brief reviews and editorials, retrospectives on older FPS games that use the Wolf3D engine, stories from members of the community and an occasional source code tutorial. If anyone is interested in contributing anything to this in its planning stages or would like to send questions / comments regarding this service, please send an email to: wolfbytes@mail.com. The website is at Castle Wolfenstein.

20th August 2004: Revenge Of Poopdeck Willie Released

Elmer Fudd has released ‘Revenge Of Poopdeck Willie’. It has 8 levels (some are modified HOS levels), spread over the first 2 episodes. Bosses are from Monkee’s Image World though most images are from the original Wolf 3D game. Quite a difficult set to play. Each level has at least one boss. Elmer tells me he has permission to use the modified levels. Updated Aug 31 with a 3 episode (12 level) version called ‘Revenge Of Poopdeck Willie: Resurrection’. The first 2 episodes remain the same.

18th August 2004: ZW1 – Phase 2 Demo Released

De Zeurkous has released a ‘ZW1 – Phase 2’ demo. This contains one new level for episode 2, plus the complete 10 level set for episode one which was earlier released as ‘ZW1 – Phase One’. The new level is quite extensive, well designed and nicely decorated. Needs the full Wolfenstein 3D game to play.

18th August 2004: Paderborn Update

Lakota Bucksnort’s next release will be called ‘Paderborn’. There will be 15 levels, some code changes, graphics, sounds etc. Thirteen of the levels are done and the 2 others started. All that remains after the last 2 maps are completed is some editing of guard placements and to furnish the last 2 levels. Hopefully, it will be ready around Sept. 15th. Lakota has supplied a zip containing a Readme, the storyline in WORD format, and the title screen.

18th August 2004: The Doom Spear Demo Released

Ian Summerfield and Mega Luigi have released a 10 level demo version of their upcoming set ‘The Doom Spear’. As the title suggests, there’s a mixture of Doom and Spear graphics. Most levels are quite extensive and well detailed. Some new sounds.

18th August 2004: Doom: Universal Tour Code Changes

Here’s some code changes planned for the upcoming set ‘Doom: Universal Tour’:

8 new enemies to the Spear code
3 new weapons
seamless levels
a new key
new ammunition
possibly new music
all The DOOM Monsters onto the Spear Code teleporters, endart, and a few other things

The set is being done by Mega Luigi and Ian Summerfield.

16th August 2004: Assault On Germany 2 Released

Kyo Kusanagi has released ‘Assault On Germany 2’. There’s 21 levels, with many varied scenarios though most are not that extensive.There are changed graphics, sounds and new status bar etc, though there are no source code changes. Needs the full Spear Of Destiny game to play.

15th August 2004: Friedl 3D Released

Here’s a set of new maps for shareware Wolf 3D called ‘Friedl 3D’. It’s by Friedl and has 8 levels which are very extensive and well detailed. Lots of decoration and good variation in guard use. No secret level.

12th August 2004: Weapons Of Vengeance 2 Released

Sandy’s latest release is called ‘Weapons Of Vengeance 2′. It has 9 levels that are mostly well designed though not that extensive. Most graphics and sounds have been changed though much of the original Wolf3D feel remains. Good blend of indoor and outdoor areas. This add-on is NOT an official sequel to Wolf Skevos-Jones’ ‘Weapons of Vengeance’ demo and has very little to do with it.

12th August 2004: Dome Awards – August 2004

This month’s Dome awards go to Joshua Waight for ‘Wolf 3D: Secret Missions 4’, and to Lakota Bucksnort for ‘A Time To Die’. ‘Secret Missions 4’ has well designed levels and forms part of a very good 4 set ‘Secret Missions’ series, while ‘A Time To Die’ is fast moving, challenging and also has well designed levels.

10th August 2004: Digbenstein 3D Screenshots

Here’s a set of screenshots from Kev Reid’s upcoming set ‘Digbenstein 3D’. There’s quite a lot so they may take some time to load.

10th August 2004: Utilities Page Links Fixed

I’ve been checking out all the downloads on the Dome Utilities Page and hopefully all the links have finally been fixed. Things like Martin’s ROTT Walls pack, BJ Actor and Mackintosh actors now work.

10th August 2004: Textured Floors/Ceilings Help Needed

Kev Reid needs some help with adding textured floors and ceilings to his upcoming set ‘Digbenstein 3D’. He’s tried to get them done himself but has not been successful. If anyone’s wants to help out please email sporb2000@yahoo.co.nz. Digbenstein 3d can’t be released UNTIL textured ceilings and floors have been added because they are supposed to be an integral part of the game.

10th August 2004: Assault On Germany 2 Boss Pics

Here’s a set of boss pics sent in by Kyo Kusanagi. They’re for his upcoming set ‘Assault On Germany 2’.

8th August 2004: HELVETE Site Updated

The Chief’s website for ‘HELVETE’ has recently been updated. More shots have been added, including a completed character, and some new textures. Jonathan Storey is now helping out with some coding issues, but if anyone out there would like to help with the more advanced stuff, feel free to e-mail The Chief at his website! It’s at DERRAH’s Chief_Rebel_Angel Productions.

7th August 2004: The Partners/Help Needed

James Shain is working on a new TC called ‘The Partners’ and will be the follow-up to ‘The Final Fight’. James needs help with the coding and the sprites.

If anyone would like to help, please email James at lilmanjs@yahoo.com.

7th August 2004: Assault On Germany Final Version Released

Kyo Kusanagi has released the final version of ‘Assault On Germany’. Some of the 60 levels are just modified original levels though many are completely new. Many graphics and sounds are as in the demo version. Source code changes now include new demos.

4th August 2004: Nuclear Assassination Update

Jonathan Storey tells me his upcoming set ‘Nuclear Assassination’ is nearing completion:

Art and sounds – 100% complete
Menu screens – 100% complete
Everything other than the levels – 100% complete

It will take at least a few weeks to make the levels though.

4th August 2004: Brutal Damage Demo Released

Joshua Waight has released a 10 level demo of his upcoming set ‘Brutal Damage’. The levels are quite well made though the first is a modified version of the orignal first level. There are some graphics changes but the game keeps the original Wolf3D feel. Text file included. The ceiling colours have been changed since screenshots were taken.

3rd August 2004: Doom 2 Mod Completed & Wolf 3D Sequel Started

Wes Desjardins has just completed a mod for Doom 2 called ‘Ascension’. He’s now started on a sequel which will be for Wolfenstein 3D. It’ll be called ‘Doom 2: Return Of The Dark One’. It has 19 levels.

2nd August 2004: Image World Update

Here’s a message received today from Majik Monkee :

“Greetings! I will be taking the month off from doing updates at the ‘Image World’ site due to a lot of other obligations. Any submissions sent prior to this notification will be posted at the beginning of next month, but for anyone with unsent submissions, please wait on sending them to me until that time. Sorry for any inconvenience, but I’ve got a lot of stuff going on, and will need to spend some time cleaning up the Image World anyway. Thanks.

~Majik~”

2nd August 2004: Death Of Cartosa Demo Released

Rocketboy680 has released a 5 level demo of ‘Death Of Cartosa’. The episode is subtitled ‘Control Tower 1’. There’s plenty of changes graphics, though no new sounds yet.

2nd August 2004: Redneck Rampage Mod

Here are 2 screenshots from a new mod called ‘Redneck Rampage’ They’re from RS.

2nd August 2004: Assault On Germany Demo Released

Here’s a one episode demo released by Kyo Kusanagi. It’s called ‘Assault On Germany’. Each level has a title name – see the enclosed Read This file. There are lots of graphics and sound changes. The secret level is not new, although it does have different graphics. It’s accessable from level 3.

accessable from level 3.

30th July 2004: Digbenstein – More Pics

Here’s more pictures from ‘Digbenstein’ sent in by Kev Reid. There’s a poster of what’s to come and a couple screenshots. Also included are a number of sprites not used in the set and Kev is making these available for others’ to use.

29th July 2004: Planet Strike Demo

Kurt (ack) is working on levels for the 2 Blake Stone sets. The first six maps (four regular, one boss and one secret level) for ‘Planet Strike’ are available. Needs the full version of Planet Strike to play.

The ‘Aliens of Gold’ set will feature the maximum of 90 maps!! Depending on how well the ‘Planet Strike’ demo is accepted, ack may release a small demo (one episode – 15 level) of ‘Aliens Of Gold’ as well.

29th July 2004: Digbenstein Bad Guy Pics/Help

Kev Reid has sent in some bad guy pics and info on his upcoming set ‘Digbenstein’. Kev would like some help with adding textured floors and ceilings. He’s tried to get them done but has not been successful. If anyone’s wants to help out please email sporb2000@yahoo.co.nz.

29th July 2004: HELVETE Update

Derrah is working on a mod called ‘HELVETE’ and has a website with info and lots of screenshots of the game.

It’s at DERRAH’s Chief_Rebel_Angel Productions.

29th July 2004: A Time To Die Released

Lakota Bucksnort’s first set is called ‘A Time To Die’. It has 5 levels which are well decorated and quite extensive. There’s a mix of Wolf3D/Spear graphics and some new sounds. Fast moving, it’s quite a difficult set to beat at times and level 3 needs some pushwalls opened to complete the level. Lakota is Bobby Bucksnort’s grandmother and wife of the late John Bucksnort. Bobby helped out with parts of the set.

28th July 2004: Assault On Castle Wolfenstein Updated

Here’s another updated version by Kyo Kusanagi of ‘Assault On Castle Wolfenstein’ which was first released July 25. Changes this time are weapons and sounds. I’m told this is the final version.

28th July 2004: Terrorist Fighters Title Screen

Here’s the title screen for a new Wolf 3D game called ‘Terrorist Fighters’. It’s by Minotaur III.

27th July 2004: Tei Tenga Project

Darkhaven3 is working on a new Wolfenstein 3D project called ‘Tei Tenga’. Here are the details thus far:

Project Name: Tei Tenga
New EXE: (Haven’t decided yet)
New Graphics: Yes
New Levels: Yes
New Sounds: Probably

27th July 2004: Cartosa Lives! Final Version Released

Rocketboy680 has released the final version of ‘Cartosa Lives!’. There are now 16 levels spread over 6 episodes, and though mostly not that extensive, I particularly like the outdoor effects of the first level. There are many new graphics including actors, though no new sounds. Some minor code changes.

26th July 2004: Help Required For Sequel

Kyo Kusanagi, who made the ‘Assault On Castle Wolfenstein’ set released yesterday, has asked for help to make a sequel. If anyone wants to help with the weapons, floor and celling textures, or maps, please email megamanzero32002@yahoo.com.

25th July 2004: Assault On Castle Wolfenstein Released

Here’s the first set to be released by Kyo Kusanagi. It’s called ‘Assault On Castle Wolfenstein’ and has 3 episodes. Some of the levels are modified originals – particularly on episode 3. There are lots of graphics changes though most I’ve seen elsewhere. It blends together quite well. Updated July 26 with a new episode 2 boss and 3 more episodes. The final 3 episodes are mostly modified original maps – only the boss levels are completely new.

24th July 2004: Sewer Town Update/Levels Help Wanted

John Burnett III needs to complete his upcoming TC ‘Sewer Town’ before he attends classes. Some areas are nearing completion, but John urgently needs help with the levels. If you’d like to help, please send a private message to ‘Howling Wolf’ at DieHard Wolfers.

List of what’s been completed so far:

Source Code………………..100% completed
Graphics………………………38% completed
Level design…………………..2% completed

24th July 2004: Brutal Damage Screenshots

Here’s a set of screenshots from the upcoming set ‘Brutal Damage’. They were sent in by Joshua Waight. A 10 level demo will be available soon.

24th July 2004: Wolfenstein The Secret Missions: Part 4 Updated

Joshua Waight has released an updated version of the 4th (and final) part of ‘Secret Missions’. There are 12 levels and as in the earlier releases in the series, they are designed and decorated well. There are some new graphics and sounds though the original game feel remains. This updated version has new endart. This version replaces the one issued July 13.

20th July 2004: The Mutant Co. LTD.

The Wolf 3D Page started by the late John Bucksnort and continued by his grandson Bobby is to be restored. Bobby is currently serving overseas but will work on it when he returns. More information is at The Mutant Co. Ltd. John Bucksnort made 24 addons, such as the ‘Tragedy At Istanbul’ and ‘Wastelands’ series.

18th July 2004: The Punisher Screenshot

Here’s a screenshot from Raistlin’s upcoming set ‘The Punisher.

18th July 2004: Wolfenstein Maximum Charge Cancelled

Jacob Rodgers tells me he’s cancelled his Wolf 3D project ‘Wolfenstein Maximum Charge’. Following a computer failure, Jacob had to reformat his hard drive and lost all the project files.

Jacob hopes to return to Wolf 3D at a later date.

17th July 2004: More Operation: Letzterschutz Screenshots

Majik Monkee has sent another set of images from “Operation: Letzterschutz’. The project is progressing well, but level design has been temporarily halted, as some significant code changes are being made. Currently, all but one of the episodes is finished, and a couple secret levels need to be completed, but that can’t be done until the coding is finished. Majik will be looking for two beta testers a couple months from now, but anyone who is interested can email Majik in advance at dhw_majik_monkee@yahoo.com.

17th July 2004: Source Code Help Wanted

Soundtrack from Lithuania would like someone to help out with the coding on his new Wolf 3D project. Some of the changes required are ceilings, guns, floors, lighting and read this!

If anyone is interested, please email soundtrack@gala.net for more details.

13th July 2004: Wolfenstein The Secret Missions: Part 4 Released

Joshua Waight has released the 4th (and final) part of ‘Secret Missions’. There are 12 levels and as in the earlier releases in the series, they are designed and decorated well. There are some new graphics and sounds though the original game feel remains. Nicely done.

13th July 2004: Halo Demo Released

Andrew has released ‘Halo Demo’. It is based on ‘Halo’ the game made by Bungi. The demo has 10 new levels, new graphics, sounds and music. One normal guard and one boss have been changed so far. There’s also some basic coding changes like ceiling colours. There’s still a lot of work to do on the final version, but the demo is available. Click on the thumbnail for a number of screenshots.

8th July 2004: King Of The Monsters Announced

Dumscheissekopf has announced a new project called ‘King Of The Monsters’. Click on the thumbnail for details of the project, including images of the enemies. Dumscheissekopf will be looking for a coder for this project and, if possible, someone to help with wall (mostly building exterior) and sprite (mostly very small) design. If you are interested in helping with this project, email Majik Monkee at dhw_majik_monkee@yahoo.com and he will get the message to Dumscheissekopf. Thanks!

7th July 2004: Dome Awards – July 2004

This month’s Dome awards go to ack and Majik Monkee for ‘HOS: Special Edition’, and to De Zeurkous for ‘ZW1 – Phase One’. Hos is a good all round addon, while ZW1 has very well designed levels.

4th July 2004: New Ingomania Website

Here’s a message received from James Ingham regarding his new website url and email address: “I have a new email (ingo@ingomania.co.uk) and a new website at www.ingomania.co.uk… E-mails are currently offered as are subdomains, and my ingomania forums are now online again (no posts yet as it’s only just been created). They’re at http://phpbb.ingomania.co.uk.”

4th July 2004: Wolfrain Released

This new release by Fred Kenny has bright coloured walls and actors’ that have only their heads!! The 60 levels are a modified version of those used in Fred’s earlier set ‘Wolffred’. Apart from episode 3, these levels were modified original game levels. No new sounds but some minor code changes such as ceiling colours and increased health/ammo.

29th June 2004: Brutal Damage Announced

Joshua Waight has announced a TC coming soon entitled ‘Brutal Damage’. It has a storyline a lot like something from ‘Grand Theft Auto’, but doesn’t seem to lose the original Wolfenstein 3d feeling. It takes place in Tuolumne county, the county which includes Joshua’s home city. A readme file will be sent later but for now there’s a title screen.

29th June 2004: Operation: Letzterschutz Screenshots

Here is a series of recent screenshots from “Operation: Letzterschutz”. Majik Monkee tells me the project is coming along very well, and is over half way finished. In addition, coding to the project should be 100% finished now. More updates will be posted as the project nears completion.

27th June 2004: ZW1 – Phase One Released

De Zeurkous has released ‘ZW1 – Phase One’. This is a 10 level set of maps made for the full version of Wolf 3D. The levels are quite extensive and the decoration is about right. No new graphics or sounds. Text file included. Needs the full version of Wolf 3D to play.

26th June 2004: C:DOS Community Link

This site has a wide range of DOS games and applications to download. A forum is also included. You need to become a member to be able to download the files but the ‘basic account’ is free.

22nd June 2004: Operation: Arctic Wolf Manual Released

Luke Strauman has released a game manual for his TC ‘Operation: Arctic Wolf’. Click on the thumbnail to see a table of contents.

19th June 2004: Wolfenstein The Secret Missions: Part 3 Released

Joshua Waight has released the 3rd part of ‘Secret Missions’. There are 10 levels this time and as in the earlier releases, they are well designed and nicely decorated. There are some new graphics and sounds though the original game feel remains. It all blends together quite well.

17th June 2004: Original Halls Of Stonehenge Updated

For those who experienced a small screen area in the original ‘Halls Of Stonehenge’, a new version has been issued that allows a full screen to be used while still having other features enabled such as textured ceilings and floors. A few other minor bugs have also been removed. Please note that this version replaces all earlier versions.

16th June 2004: HOS: Special Edition Released

Here’s a new set by ack and Majik Monkee. It is a sequel to “Halls of Stonehenge” called “HOS: Special Edition”. It features 21 new levels, several new enemies, and two updated weapons. The standard is at least as good as in the original “HOS”. Please note that “HOS: SE” is being released in place of the sequel originally announced as “HOS: Dead Reckoning”.

15th June 2004: The Punisher/New Poster

Matt, Raistlin and Hair Machine are working on ‘The Punisher’ Total Conversion. It’s still early in development but the aim is to replace every single aspect of the original Wolfenstein. Everything from music and graphics to coding will be changed.

Here’s a new promotional poster that replaces the old title screen by Majik Monkee, who started the project.

13th June 2004: EvilWolf Webpage

Stathis Dimitriadis is the programmer and designer of ‘EvilDoom’ and his last game was a Wolfenstein 3d mod ‘EvilWolf’ powered by the EvilDoom 3d engine. It uses bump mapping and dynamic lighting and it is very close to the feeling that Wolfenstein 3d gave to the fps fans.

The site has info on the project, plus a number of screenshots of both ‘EvilWolf’ and ‘EvilDoom’. You can check it out at EvillDoom.

13th June 2004: Schabbs, An Evil Lunatic Released

Ian Summerfield has released a 21 level set called ‘Schabbs, An Evil Lunatic’. The levels are quite extensive and well decorated, though some are quite mazy at times. There’s quite a wide mix of graphics, mostly coming from other TC’s and there are changed sounds. A manual with level and enemy info is included.

9th June 2004: Image World Update

Majik Monkee sent the following email regarding his ‘Image World’ site: “The Image World will not be accepting guest submissions until further notice. Currently, image hosting space has run low for the image world, and I can’t accept anymore submissions until I figure out a way to free up some space or acquire a new location to host images. Sorry for any inconvenience. Thanks! – Majik“. For those unfamiliar with the site, it’s at Monkee’s Image World.

9th June 2004: The Rise Of Nod Screenshot

Luke Strauman has been working on a new TC called ‘The Rise Of Nod’. Here’s a screenshot of it. More details will come at the weekend.

Luke is still working on his other unfinished TC ‘Operation: Arctic Wolf’.

8th June 2004: Kyle’s Games and Chit-Chat Forum

Here’s a new forum called ‘Kyle’s Games and Chit-Chat’. This one has a Wolfenstein 3D Section along with Other Games.

It’s by KyleRTCW and the URL is http://kylertcw.phpbbhost.biz.

8th June 2004: Dome Award – June 2004

This month’s Dome award goes to Wolf Skevos-Jones for ‘Coming Of The Storm’. It’s a good all round addon.

3rd June 2004: Wahnsinn Software Forums Change

Due to a php file problem, the old ‘Wahnsinn Software Forums’ have had to move again. Mega Luigi tells me all will be welcome again in the new ones!!! This time, the new forums come with many things like a portal, chat and more. They’re now at The Wolfenstein 3D Planet.

3rd June 2004: Alien Invasion Patch

Majik Monkee has released an ‘Alien Invasion’ patch. It changes all the enemies and bosses in SOD into the enemies from ‘Corridor 7’, and changes the weapons and status bar pictures. The walls and stationary sprites have not been changed. This is all that remains of a project that Majik was working on a while back that he doesn’t intend to complete. He figured it might be useful to people who wanted to use these graphics or are just looking for an interesting patch for the original SOD. Needs the full version of Spear Of Destiny to play.

2nd June 2004: Max Payne News Update

Justin tells me Raistlin and Mega Luigi are helping with ‘Max Payne’. Raistlin will be making a lot of new graphics and Mega Luigi will do some source code. Here are a few features to be expected:

7 Weapons (Leadpipe, Beretta, Pump action Shotgun, Duel Ingrams, Jackhammer Shotgun, M-16…. there might be more such as a Rocket launcher and flamethrower)
3 types of ammo- 9MM, Shells, Rifle Rounds (rockets, fuel)
Officer= stronger and drops M16
Max Payne Head replaces BJ’s
Bullettime

Justin might also make a TC called ROCKET ARENA. There is some info on it and Justin’s other Tc’s on his new website Wolfenstein.

1st June 2004: Cartosa Lives News Update

Here’s an email Rocketboy680 sent me regarding the final version of ‘Cartosa Lives’: “The game is almost done! I have finally gotten all of those freaky deaky maps completed. The whole game together is going to be 16 levels long. The last level seems impossible, though if you go down the right corridors you will find what you are looking for… or he will find you. I am kinda proud, but the next game should be at least 30 levels. All I need now is storylines and I am through! – Rocketboy680”

1st June 2004: Wolfenstein The Secret Missions: Part 2 Released

Joshua Waight has released the 2nd part of ‘Secret Missions’. There are 8 levels, which are quite well designed and decorated and the guards are especially well placed. There are many new graphics and sounds though the original game feel remains. Nicely put together.

28th May 2004: DWR2 – Episode 3 News Update

Great Wasabi sent me the following email regarding progress on ‘DWR2 – Episode 3’: “Episode three of DWR2 should be done soon. There’s going to be a lot of differences between this version and the last one. Lots of graphics have been changed. There’s a new boss, new static items, a few new walls, and the pistol and plasma rifle have been changed. The plasma rifle is now the awesome BFG 9000. The regular enemies are the same, but could possibly change if I feel it’s necessary. I may have someone add a little bit of new coding too. – Great Wasabi“

28th May 2004: Coming Of The Storm Updated Version

Wolf Skevos-Jones has released an updated version of ‘Coming of the Storm’. The original release has a bug in the source code which occasionally causes the game to crash after level 17 is completed. Please note that any previously saved games won’t work with the new exe. This version replaces the earlier one issued May 20.

27th May 2004: Wolfenstein 3D Images Forum

Here’s another new forum for Wolfenstein 3D. It’s hosted by W3D-Admin, and as the title suggests, the emphasis is on graphics.

25th May 2004: Davestein 2 Released

David Wettlaufer’s 2nd set for shareware Wolf 3D version 1.4 has been released. It’s called ‘Davestein 2′ and this one has 2 new levels. The first is quite mazy, while the second is a series of rooms. There are new sounds, new actors’ and a new wall design.

24th May 2004: Forum Changes

Two forums have moved to new urls.

Firstly a message from Mega Luigi: “We (Wahnsinn Software) have many, but many problems with the old forum because its hard to administrate with the options that that forum have. So I and Mario Maniac decided to create an new forum in phpBB at this time. We will probably delete the old forums. But, members, don’t afraid. We will wait to all members that are in old forums, register in the newest. Here is the URL of the new forums: http://pb.exocrew.com/thewahnsinnsoftware/index.php. Please, register again in the new forums.“

Lastly, James Ingham tells me that the ‘Ingomania’ forum has moved to www.ingomania.tk and the old database was unfortunately wiped – but members are welcome to join again.

24th May 2004: Operation: Letzterchutz Homepage Updated

Majik Monkee’s homepage for “Operation: Letzterchutz” has been completely redone.

The page is at: http://www.angelfire.com/droid/majikmonkee/OLsite2.html.

22nd May 2004: Davestein 3D Released

This release by David Wettlaufer is for shareware Wolf 3D version 1.4. There are no new levels or graphics, but has changed sounds, changed movement in the brown guard and a changed title screen. The new sounds give the game more of an American feel rather than the original German one. Needs Wolf 3D shareware version 1.4 to play.

20th May 2004: Coming Of The Storm Released

Wolf Skevos-Jones has released ‘Coming of the Storm’. It’s a traditional type of Wolf3D add-on, but lots of new things have been added. There are many new graphics, sounds, and music. There are also many new source code features, including new actors, new weapons and ammo types, a backpack, directional sprites, ambient sounds, and outdoor atmosphere (on level 1). The game has one seamless episode with 19 levels. As with Wolf’s earlier addons, the levels are well designed and well decorated. Updated with a new exe – May 28.

18th May 2004: Kill Him 2 Demo Released

Wolfenstein 3D Fan has released a demo version of ‘Kill Him 2’. There are 6 fair sized levels plus a number of changed graphics and sounds, including new actors, but the original feel of the game remains.

18th May 2004: Operation: Letzterschutz Screenshots

Majik Monkee has sent in a series of screenshots taken from his upcoming set ‘Operation: Letzterschutz’.www.ingomania.tk

18th May 2004: Counter-Wolf 2 Final Version Released

Ryan King has released the final version of ‘Counter-Wolf 2’. There are 50 levels in 5 distinct episodes: Office, Assault, Italy, Tundra and Dust. The outdoor areas are nicely decorated though in some indoor areas the decoration is sparse. There are many new graphics and sounds. Source code changes include new helpart, 7 weapons and gun bobbing. Ryan is now working on his next TC ‘Cambodia and the Killing Fields’. This does not have any affiliation with the movie though.

16th May 2004: Matte Software Website

I am pleased to announce that Matthias Eriksson’s website now has an English language section. There’s a 3 level addon there called ‘In Danger’ that is not yet available on the Dome. The addon has 2 fair sized levels, plus a small Boss level. There are many changed graphics and sounds but mostly the Wolf 3D original feel remains. The site is in the Swedish and English languages and is at Matte Software. On a separate note, Matt tells me he’s working on ‘Wolfen-Terror’ again.

13th May 2004: Operation: Letzterschutz Update

Majik Monkee has an update on his upcoming set ‘Operation: Letzterschutz’. Click on the thumbnail for the info.

11th May 2004: Nazi Party Released

Ian Summerfield has released ‘Nazi Party’ for the shareware version of Wolf 3d. Although there are 10 levels, the game only has 3 absolutely new levels. Some others are from ‘Wolfendoom’ and the first is almost unchanged. But to those expecting Nazis’ – you won`t find any! There are many changed graphics and sounds, including several enemies.

11th May 2004: Dome Awards – May 2004

This month’s Dome awards go to Great Wasabi for ‘Dead World Rising 2’, and to Dumscheissekopf for ‘Operation: Hundscheisse’. Both are good all round addons.

11th May 2004: Death Of Cartosa Enemies

Here’s a list of ‘Death Of Cartosa’ enemies done so far by Rocketboy680:

SS: Kevin Cartosa Clone
Gretel: Chaingun Superhuman
Schabbs: Plasma Superhuman
Otto: Rocket Superhuman
Hitler: Armored Chaingun Superhuman
Hans: Super Cyborg
Fatface: Cyberneticly Resurrected Kevin Cartosa (Brain Only)

Pictures of the Super Humans will come soon.

9th May 2004: ZW1 Screenshots

De Zeurkous has posted a few screenshots of the first 5 levels of his ‘ZW1’ first episode. The first release (Phase 1) will contain 10 levels. The other levels will also be released in 10-level episodes. Phase 1 will be released within a few weeks.

9th May 2004: New Forums

Here are some forums started recently:

Fox Software Hosted by Wolfenstein 3D Fan and has many sections. Dedicated to Wolf3D and its associated games.
Ingomania Hosted by James Ingham. Wolf3D is included though there are many other sections too.

6th May 2004: Kill Him 2 Enemy Names

Here are the names of some enemies that’ll be in Wolfenstein 3D Fan’s ‘Kill Him 2’:

Guard = Hitler’s Guard
SS = B.J Clone
Officer = Hitler’s Super Guard
Mutant = GunDroid
Trans Grosse = Super Chaingunner

5th May 2004: Site Link Update

Jonathan Storey’s site: ‘Jonathan’s Wolfenstein 3-D and Spear of Destiny Site’ has moved to a new url and has been renamed.

It’s now called Jonathan’s Wolfenstein 3-D Archive.

4th May 2004: Dusk Of The Dead Update

Here’s an update from Wes Desjardins on the progress of work done on his upcoming TC ‘Dusk Of The Dead’. The percentages of the TC done are

Sounds 100%
Music 0%
Graphics 99%
Levels 0%
Coding 0%

Wes has a new website at City OF The Dead.

4th May 2004: Cartosa Lives – Part 1 Released

Rocketboy 680 has released ‘Cartosa Lives – Part 1: Cartosa Isle’. There are now 11 levels spread over 3 episodes (episode 3 having just one Boss level). In the second episode, you will have to battle 2 body guards similar to Mr. Dungee. There’s a new image added that you’ll see if you manage to defeat Commander Burfley. The game is going to turn out weird in the end… but that will be in the next part.

4th May 2004: Countdown To Chaos Update

MajikMonkee tells me work on ‘Countdown to Chaos’ has resumed and is progressing nicely since he’s finished helping with ‘Operation: Hundscheisse’. Development should continue at a decent pace from this point on, and there are others working on the project as well. Here are a couple early screen shots.

4th May 2004: DWR2 Updated/Error Fixed

Here’s an update/patch for ‘DWR 2’. The map bug (a missing key on e2m5) is fixed, and Great Wasabi has added new sounds, and changed the Assault Rifle’s firing animation. See April 16 news for fuller info on this set.

30th April 2004: Wolfback Update

Sockdude has announced that ‘Wolfback’ should be started again in mid-June. Work still needs to be done on the coding.

It should be finished by the end of the Summer.

30th April 2004: The Punisher Update

Raistlin tells me he’s taken over ‘The Punisher’ project since he wanted to work on it. Majik Monkee, who started the project, didn’t think he’d have time to ever finish it…..

It’s going to be a serious TC based on the SOD engine, and it will be in the Cell shaded style, to try and capture the feel of the comic book. We should get some pics soon.

30th April 2004: Pokestein 3D Demo Released

Cliff, aka Lizardcommando, has released his ‘Pokestein 3D’ demo. There are 10 levels (the first episode), and most are of a fair size with about the right amount of decoration. There are a number of new cartoon type enemies, plus a number of other graphics changes too. Cliff has a website The Pokestein 3D Website which has more info on this project.

30th April 2004: Operation: Hundscheisse – Chapter 1 Released

Dumscheissekopf has released the completed version of ‘Operation: Hundscheisse – Chapter 1’. There are 7 levels (including a secret level) and they are quite extensive and nicely decorated. There are also many changed graphics, and sounds. The SS is now a Dog Soldier!! A text file manual for the game is included. Majik Monkee also contributed.

28th April 2004: Kill Him 2 Announced

Wolfenstein 3D Fan has announced a third addon in the ‘Kill Him’ series. This one is called ‘Kill Him 2’ and here’s some of the features:

New Enemies/Bosses
New Title Screen
New Graphics
1 New Weapon
1 New Key

And much more!

26th April 2004: WW3 – The New Mission Announced

Swp has announced a new Wolf 3D project called ‘WW3 – The New Mission’. There’ll be 5 new levels (one already completed). There’ll be new enemies, new walls and 9 weapons. New keys are also planned. Other features will come later.

26th April 2004: TexZK’s Awards

TexZK has given two awards. One goes to Majik Monkee (for the best artist), and the other goes to Ripper (for the best engine solutions). Congratulations to both. They are well deserved.

26th April 2004: Operation: Todpfad Update

Here’s an email received from Kyle Albert: “Operation: Todpfad is the new name for Gretel’s Castle. You may have heard of Gretel’s Castle on Jan. 22 of the Dome News. I’ve added Shading, Ammo Racks, and other features. I’ve completed everything in the game except for about 10 maps. If you’d like to contribute any raw maps (no objects) to me, email me at K007auf@wowway.com. Please send me Mapedit Level Files if you will. You will be credited for it.“

23rd April 2004: Wav Files Released

Nanaki has made available a series of sound wav files of guards dying, to give to the public. Just a simple scream, but they have a floor slamming sound when the guards hit the floor. Please give Nanaki credit if you use them.

22nd April 2004: Operation: Arctic Wolf Update

Luke Strauman tells me he’s completed all coding for ‘Operation: Arctic Wolf’. All that is left to do is the maps. A release date of early June is expected. If anyone want to beta test the game, please let Luke know. Luke’s website is at Wolf 3D Heaven And Hell.

21st April 2004: Cartosa Lives! Demo Released

Rocketboy680 has released a demo of his upcoming set ‘Cartosa Lives’. There are 5 levels and, though mostly not that extensive, I particularly like the outdoor effects of the first one. The first level is called ‘The Entrance’ for the main reason that you’re entering the island. The second level is entitled ‘The Four Rooms’, number three is ‘Halls of Regret’, and fourth is ‘Cargo Push’. The Boss level walls will be iimproved later. Many new graphics including actors, though no new sounds. Some minor code changes.

21st April 2004: Return To Density Announced

Majik Monkee has announced, on behalf of The Incredible Pete, a new project called ‘Return To Density’.

21st April 2004: The Fall Of Tails Released

Nanaki has released ‘The Fall Of Tails’. There are 20 fair sized and mostly lightly decorated levels. Although there are some new graphics and sounds, the original Spear Of Destiny feel remains. Some code changes.

21st April 2004: Double Trouble Screenshots

Here are 2 screenshots from Ryan de Haast’s upcoming TC ‘Double Trouble’. There are more on Ryan’s site at Wolfenstein Cabin.

20th April 2004: Sensenmann Updated

Mäx has updated ‘Sensenmann’. The tombstone image from ‘Haunted House’ has been replaced and credits are now included. This version replaces the one issued April 9.

19th April 2004: Public Sprites

Nanaki has made available a series of sprites for general public use. However, please give credit to Nanaki if they are used.

19th April 2004: Cartosa Lives Enemies

Rocketboy680 has sent in a set of enemy pics from his upcoming TC ‘Cartosa Lives’. On other news, Rocketboy is probably not going to start ‘Operation: Golden Linch’ for a while, but ‘Death of Cartosa’, the end of the trilogy, has already been started. The SS graphics and the good guy graphics are done. It will be on the Wolf 3D engine, mainly for more levels, the bosses, and its story editing abilities.

16th April 2004: The Fall Of Tails Screenshots

Nanaki has released a set of pics from his upcoming addon for Spear ‘The Fall Of Tails’. Some screenshots are a bit blurry but they give a good idea of the game style.

16th April 2004: Dead World Rising 2 – Episode 2 Released

The second episode of ‘DWR 2’ (Dead World Rising – Episode 2) is now finished. Great Wasabi tells me he’s going to release the game by episodes, to keep players interested. As with the earlier demo version there are plenty of changed graphics and sounds – a blend of Doom and cartoon types which fit together quite well. The levels are of a pretty good standard.

16th April 2004: Secrets of ‘Halls Of Stonehenge’ Document Released

Majil Monkee’s TC ‘Halls of Stonehenge’ has been around for a while, and he has now released this document that details its secrets to the public. Hopefully this will allow players who have mastered the game or have been stuck for a while to get a little more out of it.

15th April 2004: Kill Him – Special Edition Released

Wolfenstein 3D Fan has released ‘Kill Him – Special Edition’. There are 9 fair sized levels which are mostly well designed. As in the earlier ‘Kill Him’ set, there’s a number of graphics and sounds changes but the original feel of the game remains.

15th April 2004: New Wolf 3D Forum Opens

SWP has set up a new forum for Wolfenstein 3D. There are separate sections for Wolf 3D, Spear Of Destiny, projects, and for other games.

This one is at Wolfenstein3Dbastards.

14th April 2004: Nazis Of Funk Released

Wilhelm has released a 9 level set called ‘Nazis Of Funk’. The levels are pretty good though many are from the original Wolf3D game. There are many new graphics, particularly wall designs. There’s also a new boss (shown in the pic).

12th April 2004: 2nd Dome Award – April 2004

This month’s 2nd Dome award goes to Mäx for his work on ‘Sensenmann’. With it’s changed graphics and sounds and advanced code changes, quite a spooky atmosphere is created. The levels are also good.

12th April 2004: Slackermod Update/Enemy Sprites

Here’s an update from Slayne on ‘Slackermod’: Walls – 100%, Environmental Sprites – 100%, Standard Enemy Sprites – 75%, Boss Sprites – 60%, Gun Sprites – 80%, Code – 100%, Music – 100%, Sound – 100%, Maps – 45%, and Endtext – 50%. From the way all this is looking, there’ll be a summer release date with fair certainty. Meanwhile, here’s a little pack of enemy sprites which probably won’t change.

12th April 2004: The Secret Missions – Part One Released

Josh has released ‘The Secret Missions – Part One’. There are 6 well designed and nicely decorated levels, plus a number of graphics and sounds changes. The original Wolf3D feel remains. Some code changes. Text file included. Quite a stylish set.

12th April 2004: Sensenmann Award

Rocketboy680 has given Mäx an award for his work on ‘Sensenmann’. See Apr 9 news for info on this set.

11th April 2004: Dome Award – April 2004

This month’s Dome award goes to HellRaiser and StormBringer for their add-on ‘The Alliance Of Powers’. Though the two authors have contrasting styles, both are very good and complement each other well. Not all addons from last month have been considered yet so there may be another award later.

9th April 2004: Sensenmann Released

Mäx has released ‘Sensenmann’. There are at least 20 levels here spread over 6 episodes. The levels are well designed and nicely detailed. Most graphics and sounds have been changed and give the game quite a spooky feel. There are many advanced code changes including textured ceilings/floors, weather effects, lighting effects and a motor cycle. The helpart is in both English and German.

9th April 2004: Killing Hans Gruber Bison Pic

Here a pic of the Bison from Gerard Westenberg’s ‘Killing Hans Gruber’.

9th April 2004: Rocketboy680 Update

Rocketboy680 has started a project called ‘Operation: Golden Linch’. Some of the boss graphics have been submitted to Monkee’s Image World. On other news, 5 levels of ‘Cartosa Lives’ are finished. The first level is going to be a basic ‘You-have-arrived-on-an-island-with-all-of-your-men-dead-and-insane-cultists-are-chasing-you’ type level. The second and third are more tricky and long levels. The fourth level includes a push-wall maze. The fifth level is a sewer system that is flooding, so you have to evade the water threatening your live. Both these games may take a while but ‘Cartosa Lives’ should be done first.

9th April 2004: The Secret Missions Screenshots

Josh has sent in a set of four screenshots from his latest conversion ‘The Secret Missions’.

8th April 2004: Danger Zone 2 Released

Joe M has released ‘Danger Zone 2’. There are 30 seamless levels, some from the original game and some from sets by Arielus and Martin. There are many new wall designs and sounds.

8th April 2004: Monkee’s Image World Update

Here’s an email from Majik Monkee: “Greetings! There have been many additions made to the Image World site lately, so many in fact, that an additional page has been added to the site. For those who have not visited recently, or are unfamiliar with the site, it’s at Monkee’s Image World. If you would like to submit characters or single images of your own, feel free to do so, but please limit submissions to one or two a day, as I am unable to keep it up to date if the volume of submissions is too high. Thanks!

~Majik Monkee~“

8th April 2004: The Legacy Of Kevin Cartosa Released

Rocketboy680 has released the 19 level full version of ‘The Legacy Of Kevin Cartosa’. The levels are quite large though with a lot of open space and only lightly decorated for the most part. There are many changed graphics and sounds. A text file containing the storyline is included.

7th April 2004: ZW1 Level Released

De Zeurkous has released the first level of what will be a 60 level set and would like to know what others’ think of it. Please send any comments on the level to me and I’ll pass them on to De Zeurkous. He’ll look at any recommendations. Needs the full version of Wolf 3D to play.

3rd April 2004: Spongebobstein Full Version Released

Ian Summerfield’s full verson of ‘Spongebobstein’ has been released. There are now 21 levels that are well detailed. Virtually all original graphics and sounds have been replaced. Will suit those who like ‘fun’ sets.

1st April 2004: Danger Zone 2 Screenshot

Here’s a screenshot from Joe M’s upcoming TC ‘Danger Zone 2’. Updated April 2 with more screenshots.

1st April 2004: Legacy Of Kevin Cartosa Announced

Rocketboy680 is making a game called ‘Legacy of Kevin Cartosa’, or ‘The Legacy’ for short. It should be done by April 20th, and has finished 95% of the graphics, 52% of the maps, and 0% of the sounds, which should only take a day. There will be no source code changes, but there will be new guards, ghosts, mutants, bosses, and levels to make it at least a game. No secret levels, though. Rocketboy has issued a manual which you can download.

31st March 2004: Dumscheissekopf Email

Here’s an email received today from Dumscheissekopf: “Greetings! I would like to announce that after some delays due to PC issues and busy schedule, ‘Operation Hundscheisse’ is complete level-wise. All that remains is to finish the ending graphics, which won’t take long, and the project will be ready for release. Thanks for your patience!

~Dumscheissekopf~“

31st March 2004: Simpson’s Doom Released

Here’s a mod that David O’ Rafferty found in a market. It’s a shareware set called ‘Simpson’s Doom’ and has no new levels, but there are new graphics and sounds. The wall designs don’t always fit with the levels so don’t expect too much, but I posted it for curiosity value and the vswap. It was made by Denno.

31st March 2004: Danger Zone Released

Joe M has released ‘Danger Zone’. There are 30 levels that are mostly quite extensive, though some come from the original game and some from elsewhere. There are some Blake Stone/Spear graphics but most graphics come from the original game. Some new sounds. Source code changes include Spear music and seamless levels. Wolfenstein 3D Fan is also credited in the title screen.

30th March 2004: Nuclear Assassination Delayed

Jonathan Storey tells me ‘Nuclear Assassination’ will be delayed due mainly to a hefty increase in coursework he’s had to produce lately, and will have to continue doing. He is just over half way through the project itself and aims to have it released early Summer. Jonathan sends his apologies.

30th March 2004: QuakenStein 3D Released

This is the first mod made by Pete Jones, and has 9 levels (first episode). The levels are not that large though this is meant to be a fun type set with more emphasis on the effects. There’s a mix of original and cartoon type graphics and some new sounds.

30th March 2004: Justin Email

Here’s an email I received from Justin: “First of all my pc crashed so my Swat 2 stuff is all gone. I might complete it another time. As for Op. Assassination, it’s still delayed. In the meantime I’m thinking about making 2 Max Payne TC’s – Max Payne and Max Payne 2: No Payne No Gayne. The first one will be used with SOD and the sequel will be used with the Wolf demo. They’ll take place right after each other. In the first one, you’re trying to find the man who killed your wife. It turns out to be an Italian mobster (Jack Lapino). When you kill him, the game ends. The sequel is about you escaping the building (mowing down cops instead of gangsters). Now I’m going to need help with these TC’s (coding and maybe maps). If you’re interested contact me at juiceman10712@hotmail.com. Justin.“

29th March 2004: Project Omega 2nd Beta Released

This set from Garjen Software was last updated in July 2003 and was pointed out to me by Andy Nonymous. There are 3 episodes (30 levels), with most levels being good quality and in the styles of the original game. The graphics are mostly original but there are some interesting code changes, like different messages for each episode. More info is in the enclosed text file.

27th March 2004: WMD Delayed

Jacob Rodgers tells me that work on his upcoming TC ‘WMC’ has been delayed. This is mainly due to a lot of school work and Jacob will probably not be working on it until summer.

If anyone wants to help out, they are welcome to.

27th March 2004: Project Ironstone: Code And Uncompleted Game Released

Alex Brosseau has released his uncompleted project “Project Ironstone”. You can use this code if you want, but if you do, please remember Alex’s name in the credits. The game “Helpart” is not finished and the credits and the files are not completed. Anyway, please read the file “README FIRST PLEASE” before doing anything.

27th March 2004: Danger Zone Update

Joe M tells me that his upcoming TC ‘Danger Zone’ is nearly finished.

All what needs completing is the coding and Mario Maniac is helping out with that.

23rd March 2004: New Wolf 3D Textures Site

Wolfenstein 3D Architect has just uploaded his new Wolf3d Wall Textures site. You can request new textures for an addon there.

It’s at Wolfenstein 3D Architect Texture Library.

22nd March 2004: Midi Message

Ian Summerfield sent me the following email: “Hello, I Ian SummerField would like to ask anyone for all the ‘Wolfenstein 3D’ midi’s or all the ‘Spear Resurrection’ midi’s. If anyone would be kind enough to send them please email them to me at: Dakteam@aol.com, Thanks, Ian S.“

21st March 2004: Kill Him Award

Mario Maniac has awarded Wolfenstein 3D Fan a medal for his work on ‘Kill Him’. See Mar 11 news for info on this set.

21st March 2004: BJ’s Last Year Levels Released

Originally planned by Swp as a TC, ‘BJ’s Last Year’ was later abandoned and only this set of levels were made. There are 9 levels altogether, 6 (including the secret one) on episode 1, 2 on episode 2 with the remaining one on episode 3. All 3 episodes end with large boss levels though the normal levels are all fairly small. Requires the full 60 level Wolf 3D game to play.

19th March 2004: Danger Zone Sequel Announced

Joe M tells me a sequel to his TC ‘Danger Zone’ called ‘Danger Zone 2’ has been started. Features will include gun bobbing, more new music and will contain new graphics, characters, sounds etc including Hans Grosse’s son Chavez. At the moment 5% of the graphics have been completed.

17th March 2004: Projekt Vertilgung Version 1.4 Released

James has released a new version of ‘Projekt Vertilgung (v1.4)’. This version comes as a self extracting exe and has a new key added on level 20 and some other changes. Check James’ website at Verdammt Software for these. For those who haven’t played this set before, it was made by James Ingham and Zach Higgins. Will Bruso also contributed. The 20 levels are of a high standard and there are many graphics, sounds and code changes.

17th March 2004: Link Updates

Here are 3 Wolf 3D sites:

Verdammt Software Hosted by James Ingham. Has games and downloads. Other sections to be completed later.

Wolfenstein Extreme Projects, links and enemies. By Angelo.

Zuljin Raynor’s Troll City Not a lot there yet, but will have links and project info. Hosted by Zuljin Raynor.

15th March 2004: Countdown To Chaos Update

Majik Monkee would like to announce that work on ‘Countdown to Chaos’ will resume very soon. The project was on hold temporarily while ‘Operation: Hundscheisse’ was being finished.

OH will be done soon and CTC will be back underway.

15th March 2004: Source Code Help Needed

Here’s an email received from Joe M:

“The Borland C 3.1 compiler won’t work on my PC. I’d like anybody with Borland C 3.1 working on their computer to build my exe file for me. If anybody can do it then please email me at joe_sentinel@hotmail.com. Thanks. Joe.“

13th March 2004: Danger Zone Screenshots

Here’s a set of two screenshots from the upcoming TC ‘Danger Zone’. They were sent in by Joe M.

11th March 2004: Kill Him Released

Wolfenstein 3D Fan has released ‘Kill Him’. This is a set of 5 boss levels for Spear. The levels are not that large but designed well. There’s a number of graphics and sounds changes but the original feel of the game remains.

11th March 2004: Doom Spear Of Destiny Announced

Ian Summerfield and Mega Luigi are working on an add-on called “Doom Spear of Destiny”. There will be a shareware version (with no source code changes), and a full version with 60 levels. Most of the levels will be the same but just a little different for an eerie Deja-Vu feeling.

10th March 2004: New Wolf3D Forum

Wahnsinn Software has started a new forum for Wolf3D. There are many sections.

It’s at at Wahnsinn Software Forum.

7th March 2004: The Alliance Of Powers Released

Here’s a replacement pack of 21 levels for the full Spear Of Destiny set. It’s called ‘The Alliance Of Powers’ and was made by HellRaiser and StormBringer. The levels are extensive, well designed, well decorated with many varied scenarios. No new graphics or sounds. Needs the full Spear Of Destiny game to play.

6th March 2004: Danger Zone Screenshot

Joe M sent in a screenshot from his upcoming TC ‘Danger Zone’.

5th March 2004: Dome Awards – March 2004

This month’s Dome awards go to Martin Krysiak and ack for their add-ons ‘The Last Mission’ and ‘The Anticipation’. Martin’s set of shareware levels is of excellent quality and ack’s levels pack for ‘Spear Resurrection’ is also made to a high standard.

2nd March 2004: DieHard Wolfenstein Bunker Now Online

BrotherTank’s new Wolf 3D site is now open and has many sections including addons, links, source code and a lot of other info. Some sections are still not finished at present.

It’s at DieHard Wolferstein Bunker.

2nd March 2004: DWR2 Update

The problem with Great Wasabi’s computer, mentioned a couple days ago, has been fixed and ‘Dead World Rising 2’ is now back on track. Meanwhile, the demo version already issued was found to have an elevator bug on episode 1/level 4.

29th February 2004: Operation 333 Released

Joe M has released ‘Operation 333’. There are 40 levels, mostly quite extensive though a few are not original. The TC is based on the ‘Project Totengraeber’ source code with new graphics and sounds. The original Wolf3D feel remains.

28th February 2004: DWR2 Delayed

Great Wasabi tells me his computer has gone wrong and, unfortunately, the final version of ‘Dead World Rising 2’ is going to be delayed. Nothing has been lost though as the ‘DWR 2’ files are saved on a disk.

Great Wasabi hopes to have the computer fixed as soon as possible.

26th February 2004: Fatality Images

Here’s the title screen and 2 actors’ pics from the upcoming TC ‘Fatality’. They were sent in by Vejed. Now updated with 3 extra pics.

25th February 2004: Fearwolf New Version Released

This new version of ‘Fearwolf’ from Bernt Hansen has 3 episodes (1, 2 and 5). The first 2 episodes have been modified since the earlier version. Some levels are quite intriguing and need several pushwalls opened to complete them. Episode 5 has some of Bernt’s favourite levels by other authors’. There are some graphics/sounds changes though the original game feel remains. The modified exe (which has only menu name changes) works with the Apogee version of Wolf3D only. Needs the audio/vga files, and the exe in some versions, to be supplied from the full Wolf3D game.

24th February 2004: Operation 333 Screenshots

Joe M has sent in a set of 5 screenshots taken from his upcoming TC ‘Operation 333’.

21st February 2004: Dead World Rising 2 Demo Released

Here’s a demo version of ‘DWR 2’ made by Great Wasabi. There are 10 well decorated levels and lots of changed graphics and sounds. Great ‘Doom’ atmosphere!! It’s only Episode One, and the other episodes do not work yet. Also, Great Wasabi asks that people SHOULD read the ReadThis.doc in the ZIP file before playing. The full version of DWR 2 should be ready by the end of February.

19th February 2004: Operation Zeitgeist New Demo Released

Steven Trinkl has released a second demo of his upcoming TC ‘Operation Zeitgeist’. There are still 20 levels but virtually all the creator made levels in the earlier version have been replaced and the remaining 2 levels have been majorly updated. There are more original enemies (including mad scientists), and many replaced/enhanced graphics. There may be a flame thrower and a plasma cannon in the full version.

18th February 2004: Operation 333 Screenshot

Here’s a screenshot from Joe M’s upcoming TC ‘Operation 333’.

17th February 2004: Nuclear Assassination Announced

Jonathan Storey is currently making two Wolf3D expansion packs. One is called “Nuclear Assassination”, the other undecided. They are not typical addons – Jonathan aims to put them across as natural expansions to the Wolf3D story (not Spear or The Lost Episodes).

Both will have the magic expansion formula – some new entities, but retaining the original game atmosphere. There will be some new wall textures, sprites, sounds, a new title screen and expertly crafted new levels. There will be no source code changes.

The new wall textures have been gathered from various sources on the internet, including the The Wolf3D Dome (thanks a lot for these). Some sprites and sounds have been taken from Spear and The Lost Episodes as well.

Both expansions will be using Shareware Wolf3D as a base, since 10 levels seems like a good size for a seemingly proper expansion pack. Nuclear Assassination should be finished in a couple of months.

16th February 2004: Deep Freeze Released

Joe M has released ‘Deep Freeze’. There are 30 mostly original levels which are fairly extensive. Many graphics have been changed. There are no new sounds, though there are some basic source code changes and a detailed storyline. The original Wolf3D feel remains. There’s a minor menu bug where you need to ‘right click’ on the menu to exit some options instead of using ‘left click’.

16th February 2004: The Anticipation Released

Here’s a 21 level set of maps from ack to be played with ‘Spear Resurrection’. They are very extensive and are of a very high standard. At least as good as ack’s levels in the recently released ‘Melee’ set.

16th February 2004: Shicklegruber Pic

Here’s a pic of ‘Shicklegruber’ sent in by Craigee:

14th February 2004: Link Updates

Not before time, the Dome links page has been updated. More than a dozen broken links have been removed, and some new ones have been added.

14th February 2004: Project Wüste des Todes Released

Sandy has released ‘Project Wüste des Todes’. It has 19 fair sized and nicely decorated levels. There are many changed graphics and sounds, though the feel of the original game remains.

11th February 2004: Project IT Announced

Here’s an email received from Majik Monkee. “On behalf of “The Incredible Pete”, I would like to announce a new project. The project is called “IT”, based on the Book/Movie of the same name by Stephen King. The game will feature several bosses based on incarnations of “IT” from the movie and book. There will non-human standard foes throughout the levels. Here is a picture of “Pennywise”, one of the bosses from the game.

More info to come as the game progresses. Majik Monkee is assisting The Incredible Pete with this project.“

11th February 2004: Half Life Released

David O’ Rafferty has released ‘Half Life’. There are 21 seamless levels, some that are extensive and some that are not. There’s plenty of changed graphics and sounds.

10th February 2004: DHWTC Pics

Here’s two screenshots from the upcoming TC ‘Die Hard Wolfer’s TC’. For anyone wanting to be involved in this project, there’s a Yahoo club at DHWTC.

9th February 2004: Razi’Hell’s Forzen Kingdom Site

Bionic Wolf has started a new site. There’s downloads, links and project info.

It’s at RaziHell’s Forzen Kingdom.

9th February 2004: The Last Mission Released

Here’s a new shareware set with original graphics called ‘The Last Mission’. It’s by Martin and has 10 new levels. The standard is very high, similar in quality and style to Martin’s levels in the ‘Melee’ contest.

9th February 2004: Slackermod Announced

Slayne, formerly Tornado, is working on a new project entitled ‘Slackermod’ for Wolf3d. It’ll have a modern setting and it’ll be a sort of ‘rebellion against the gigantic foreign military that’s overthrown the United States’ game, like Freedom Fighters. If anyone wants to help design levels please email Slayne@antisocial.com. Click on the thumbnail for screenshots and more info.

9th February 2004: Operation Dämonisch Announced

Wahnsinn Software has announced a new add-on. The name is ‘Operation Dämonisch’. Here are some of the features:

4 New Weapons
Destructible object
3 new bosses
1 new enemy
Teleporter

And MUCH, MUCH more…

8th February 2004: JLB’s Website Restored

John Burnett’s ‘JLB’s Wolfenstein Place’ has been restored and now has a new name.

It’s now called Howling Wolfenstein 3D.

8th February 2004: Killing Hans Gruber Info

Raistlin supplied the following info on his upcoming TC ‘Killing Hans Gruber’:

No boss fights (called ‘Killing Hans Gruber’, and there are no boss fights. If you can figure that one out…..)
All new art
Fascinating atmosphere (hopefully)

Basically, it’s supposed to be a fun TC with a fun atmosphere, and a bit of the bizarre about it. Anyway, it’s nearing completion, an artist to do guard graphics would be welcome.

– Raistlin

7th February 2004: Spear Resurrection Master Levels Released

Ian Summerfield has released a set of maps called ‘Spear Resurrection Master Levels’. This was made as a challenge game for people who loved the great ‘Spear Resurrection’ game. The maps pack replaces the first 5 levels in that game and is a tribute to Areyep and MCS for their great add-ons. The levels are not as large as in the original though they are quite detailed. Requires Spear Resurrection to play.

7th February 2004: Dome Awards – Feb 2004

This month’s Dome awards go to Mega Luigi and Mario Maniac for their add-ons ‘Project Unzerstöbarer Ritter’ and ‘Project: Verwüstung’. Both have good ‘all round’ quality. For more info on these sets – please see under Jan 29/30 news items.

7th February 2004: Screenshots

Two sets of screenshots have recently been received:

Joe M’s ‘Deep Freeze’

Mäx’s ‘Sensenmann’

4th February 2004: New Wolf3D Site

Another Wolf3D site has opened. It has sections for Wolf3D, Spear Of Destiny, links, projects info etc. Not all sections are finished yet.

It’s at Wolfenstein Extreme.

4th February 2004: Rise Of The Robots/Coding Help Wanted

Ryan (Wolf3d_boy) is making a new TC called ‘Rising Of The Robots’. If anyone wants to help out with the source code please let me know and I’ll pass it on. Meanwhile, there’s some pics and a list of code changes done so far.

3rd February 2004: Operation Zeitgeist Pics

Here’s a set of screenshots, plus some info, from the upcoming TC ‘Operation Zeitgeist’. They were sent in by Steven Trinkl.

3rd February 2004: Deep Freeze Enemy Pics

Joe M has sent in a set of enemy pics from his upcoming TC ‘Deep Freeze’.

3rd February 2004: Monkee’s Image World Reopens

Here’s an email from Majik Monkee: “Greetings! The “Monkee’s Image World” site has been reopened. The content of the page is the same as before, except there are no longer animated GIFs, in the interest of conserving storage space for the site. I will begin taking guest submissions again in about a week, but I ask that submissions be limited to one a day because of the time and effort required to post new entries on the site.” Majik’s site is at Monkee’s Image World.

2nd February 2004: Rage Against The Machine Released

Here’s the latest TC from Joe M called ‘Rage Against The Machine’. There’s 24 levels and most are quite extensive and well designed though a few are not original. Lots of graphics and sound changes. The source code comes from ‘Totengraeber’.

1st February 2004: New Wolf 3D Site

Swp has just started a new site for Wolf 3D. It has enemies and links at present but more will be added later.

1st February 2004: Tailsstein Released

Here’s a new shareware set called ‘Tailsstein’. There are 10 straight levels. They’re of a fair size though there’s very little decoration much of the time. Original graphics and sounds. It’s by Jtschuld3, who tells me there’ll eventually be a full version.

30th January 2004: Project: Verwüstung Released

Mario Maniac’s TC ‘Project: Verwüstung’ has been released. There are 16 good levels, plus many graphics, sounds and code changes. With good variation in the scenarios, including some outdoor scenes, it’s probably the best of Mario’s 4 sets so far released.

29th January 2004: Project Unzerstöbarer Ritter Released

Mega Luigi has released his TC ‘Project Unzerstöbarer Ritter’. There are 16 levels. They are quite extensive, well designed, with many varied scenarios. Lots of changed graphics, sounds etc. At least 2 levels need hard to find pushwalls to get to the exit.

28th January 2004: Project Ewiger Verwüstung Released

Sandy has released ‘Project Ewiger Verwüstung’. There are 13 levels and they are well designed and decorated though some are not that large. Many changed graphics and sounds.

27th January 2004: Map Making Mania Melee Released

Levels from the ‘Map Making Mania Melee’ contest have finally been released. After judging this contest, I didn’t find a clear winner due to the high quality of most of the levels. The ceiling colours have been changed to fit the levels, episode names, par times and demos have also been changed. All episodes contain at least 3 levels (episodes 2 and 6 have 4 each). More info is included in the supplied ‘ReadMe’ text file. There are 2 versions of the set. Firstly, an ‘all files included’ version (1.3Mb), and lastly, a maps, exe, demos and text of the DHW thread version (169Kb). The smaller file needs the full 60 level Wolfenstein 3D game to play.

27th January 2004: Dead World Rising 2 Screenshots

Great Wasabi has posted a large number of screenshots from his upcoming TC ‘Dead World Rising 2’.

25th January 2004: Wanted: Experienced Artist For New Graphics

Here’s a message received from Raistlin:

“Okay, I need an artist to do some new graphics for my Wolfenstein tc. The style has to be dark and vaguely evil……….. If someone wants to do it, just e-mail me westen@bigpond.com, or contact me on DHW. The title of the tc is “Killing Hans Gruber”. Raistlin.“

22nd January 2004: Operation: Letzterschutz Info

Dumscheissekopf has sent in a set of images and a storyline from his upcoming TC ‘Operation: Letzterschutz’.

22nd January 2004: Black GC Site

Hair Machine’s ‘Black GC Site’ has info and screenshots on his upcoming TC ‘Super Blitzkrieg’.

22nd January 2004: The Sorcerer’s Wrath Info/Pics

Luke Strauman will be remapping his ‘Sorcerer’s Wrath’ demo for his next project. As before, it will be set in medieval style with a Heretic and Hexen feel, but keeping the Wolfenstein engine. Click on the thumbnail for more info.

21st January 2004: Gretel’s Castle Info/Pics

The upcoming TC ‘Gretel’s Castle’ is being made by Kyle Albert, who has supplied a lot of info and a number of screenshots.

21st January 2004: Operation: Gott Hand Title Screen

Spiritblade has sent in the title screen for the upcoming TC ‘Operation: Gott Hand’.

21st January 2004: Project: Verwüstung Screenshots

Here’s a set of 4 pics from Mario Maniac’s upcoming TC ‘Project: Verwüstung’.

20th January 2004: Project: Waffen Sicherheitsdienst 3 Released

Sandy has released the third and final part of ‘Project: Waffen Sicherheitsdienst’. There are 13 levels here that are designed well, though many are not that large. Lots of graphics and sound changes.

20th January 2004: Project Unzerstöbarer Ritter Screenshots

Here’s a set of 4 screenshots from later levels in Mega Luigi’s upcoming TC ‘Project Unzerstöbarer Ritter’. There also info on it’s progress.

19th January 2004: Rage Against The Machine Images

Here’s a set of images sent in by Joe M. They’re from his upcoming set ‘Rage Against The Machine’. The ‘Project Totengraeber’ source code will be used as a base.

18th January 2004: Otto’s Trial Released

Joe M has released ‘Otto’s Trial’. There are 10 levels (the first episode) though some are not original. There are also some graphics, sounds and code changes but the original feel of the game is still there.

17th January 2004: The Wolfenstein Saga Movies

Bracestar has released 2 sets of movies from ‘The Wolfenstein Saga’. They are The Recon Mission (0.98Mb) and Escape from Lyme House (3.18Mb). Bracestar apologizes for the delay in getting these done (they were originally planned for release last November). They offer this additional movie (657Kb) , made from holiday clips, as an apology.

17th January 2004: News In Brief

Here’s a few brief news items…

+ The JR (Jacob Rodgers) will now be doing ‘Wolfenstein Maximum Charge’. The original ‘Games Of The Millennium’ team has been disbanded.

+ The retexturing project by (Win)Elchtest for ‘New Wolf’ has ten new textures done. They’re at Wolfenstein 3D Retexturing.

14th January 2004: New Wolfenstein 3D Forums

Here are 2 new forums for Wolfenstein 3D.

They’re at WolfensteinExtreme Forum and Wolfenstein3D Forum.

13th January 2004: Get Goldfire Released

For those who liked ‘Blake & The Spear’, Joe M has released a sequel called ‘Get Goldfire’. It dates from July 2003, and there are 21 levels, mostly quite extensive and detailed, though some are not original. Level 3, for instance, is my WolfBel2 opening level. The Blake Stone graphics and sounds have come from various sources. Needs the full Spear Of Destiny set to play.

11th January 2004: Shading Tutorial Released

Chaos-Software have just released their wall and sprite shading tutorial. Also included on the site are several other tutorials, downloads and project info etc.

10th January 2004: Coldfusion! (1st Part) Released

Ian Summerfield has released the first part of his TC ‘Coldfusion!’. There are 30 levels here, mostly quite extensive, though a couple are not original. Lots of new graphics and sounds.

10th January 2004: News In Brief

Here’s some brief news items (mainly bug reports) received recently:

+ The 8th level of ‘The Western Wall’ (Spifferaneous) had no exit elevator.

+ The 9th level of ‘Project: Waffen Sicherheitsdienst 2’ (Sandy) had no blue key. The full zip was updated Jan 16.

+ Spiritblade tells me ‘The Luftwaffe’ has been renamed as ‘Operation: Gott Hand’.

+ Lastly, The Dome Utilities page has a number of broken links.

10th January 2004: The Twilight Zone Released

Joe M has released his TC ‘The Twilight Zone’. There’s 21 quite extensive levels, though a few are not that original. Lots of new graphics and sounds. Credit goes to Paal Olstad for allowing use of ‘The Tower’ source code and to Majik Monkee for some images from his ‘Image World’ site. The audiohed file has been removed and needs to be supplied from the full Spear Of Destiny set.

9th January 2004: Operation: Letzterschutz Enemies

Majik Monkee has sent in a set of pics and other info on the enemies from the upcoming TC ‘Operation: Letzterschutz’.

8th January 2004: Formati11 Utility

Here’s a nice graphics conversion and editing utility that could greatly benefit Wolf 3-D modders everywhere. It’s called formati11. The program is one of a number of freeware utilities and other programs to be found at Jans Freeware. Thanks to Great Wasabi for providing this info.

7th January 2004: Vampire: Heinnemann Returns Update

Wes Desjardins has renamed his upcoming TC to ‘Vampire: Heinnemann Returns’. Here’s some of the features:

Outside Atmosphere
Fight Count Dracula and Heinnemann (he’s a vampire this time – that’s him in the pic)
Weld 5 weapons of war (Knife, Pistol, MP40, Chaingun, Pentagram Of Insanity)
Set In Romania
Battle In Dracula’s castle CASTLEVANIA!!
8 levels of Horror
Battle Vampires, Ghosts, Ghouls and MORE!!!

7th January 2004: Dome Award – Jan 2004

This month’s Dome award goes to Ian Skevos-Jones for his add-on ‘Batman: Wrath Of Mr. Freeze’. It has good ‘all round’ quality. For more info on this set – please see under Dec 20 news items.

7th January 2004: Operation: Zeitgeist Update

Here’s an update on Steven Trinkl’s upcoming TC ‘Operation: Zeitgeist’. So far, the SS, dogs, mutants, and most bosses are all replaced. Steven still needs to replace most of the walls and other decorations. Level layouts are 90% done – just undergoing some balancing (right now, they’re way too hard). Major credit goes to AReyeP and Majik Monkee for most of the graphics but Steven has also designed some himself. The new status bar and replacement face are both done completely by Steven.

The story is as follows:

In the year 2103, the United States receives a warning of an imminent attack on the nation’s capital. The Secret Service sends its best agent, Stan Krider, to Diablus Dominus, a mountain fortress hidden in the mountains of Canada.

Krider’s enemy is the Lunatic Fringe, a militant organization dedicated to the destruction of global governments. It is believed they have figured out a way to reanimate the dead. Krider’s mission is to eliminate the Lunatic Fringe and their leader, Gregor Lief.

7th January 2004: Dead World Rising 2 Update

Great Wasabi tells me three other people are helping on the DWR 2 project; Mega Luigi, Mario Maniac (both of whom helped with the coding), and The SockDude. They’re about halfway through the project so far. There should be a demo version pretty soon, maybe about February. An extra pic has been added to the set I posted yesterday.

7th January 2004: Operation: Letzterschutz Announced

On behalf of their new project team (Majik Monkee, Dumscheissekopf, and the Incredible Pete), Majik would like to announce a new project in the works called “Operation: Letzterschutz”. Click on the thumbnail for more info and pics.

6th January 2004: Two More ROTT Images

Majik Monkee tells me two bosses have been added to the “Rise of the Triad” section at Monkee’s Image World. The first one is “Triad Enforcer”, based on a description without a design, and the second is the “NME” robot, based on the original concept artwork. In addition, several guest submissions have been added to the site. In the future, updates will be indicated at the top of the Image World page to reduce repetition on the Dome and to simplify browsing.

6th January 2004: Dead World Rising 2 Pics

Great Wasabi has released a couple pics from his upcoming TC ‘Dead World Rising 2’. One of the pics is the title screen.

4th January 2004: Operation: Zeitgeist Announced

Steven Trinkl has announced ‘Operation: Zeitgeist’. It’s a 60-level replacement set for Wolfenstein 3-D with new graphics, sounds, and levels. No source code changes are planned. Many graphics have been supplied by the hard work of Majik Monkee. There are also two bosses made essentially from scratch and a recoloration.

4th January 2004: Project Unzerstöbarer Ritter Demo Released

Here’s the 3 level demo version of Mega Luigi’s upcoming TC ‘Project Unzerstöbarer Ritter’. The levels are extensive and well detailed. There are many graphics and sounds changes, and code changes include landmines and helpart. The ReadThis is quite detailed.

4th January 2004: Dark Side Of Death Updated

Mario Maniac has updated his TC ‘Dark Side Of Death’. Some bugs have been removed and extra health/ammo has been added. This version replaces the one issued previously.

4th January 2004: Nitehorrors3D Announced

Lane is working on a new TC called ‘Nitehorrors3D’. It puts a comedic twist on alien abduction themes as well as throwing weird Duke Nukem style humor into the whole mix. While playing the game you will encounter the obscene kind, a bunch of foul mouthed aliens who curse at you repeatly, mad cows, bizzare strippers, and a fat farmer by the name of Joe.

2nd January 2004: Phoenix Rising Project Restarted

Wes Desjardins is starting his ‘Phoenix Rising’ project again. Wes earlier lost all the info from the project when his hard drive failed. It may have an alternative title.

If someone wants to help out with some serious coding, the email is Hitler_JR@hotmail.com. Mega Luigi has since agreed to help out with the coding.

2nd January 2004: SWAT 2: Return To Hell Info/Pics

Justin has sent in some info and images from his upcoming TC ‘SWAT2: Return To Hell’. The other TC Justin is working on, ‘Operation: Assassination’, has been delayed but will still be completed later.

1st January 2004: New ‘Guest Submissions’ Feature

Majik Monkee tells me he’s added a ‘Guest Submissions’ feature to Monkee’s Image World. If someone would like a custom character they have created featured on the page, and even available for download to the public, they can email Majik the full set of images for their character, along with a brief description of how and why it was created. Credit for all submissions will be given to the original submitter. Majik’s email address is mmerrill@centene.com.

1st January 2004: Twilight Zone Screenshots

Joe M has sent in more screenshots from his upcoming TC ‘Twilight Zone’. New screenshot added – Jan 6.

1st January 2004: Operation: Hundscheisse Demo Released

Dumscheissekopf has released a one level demo version of ‘Operation: Hundscheisse’. Only the first level is in this demo, and all later levels have been removed, as well as later enemies and objects. It’s quite an extensive atmospheric level with many new images and sounds, including a new guard and a boss. Text file included. The text file included was updated Jan 5 to include info on the levels.

1st January 2004: Imf2mid Utility

Here’s a program called ‘Imf2mid’ that can convert Wolf3d IMFs to midis. It was sent in by Joe M, who was able to convert all the Wolf3d songs to midis with this program. There’s a readme file in the zip that should be read first.