Delta Force: Black Hawk Down
**Now Live The Battle
First Person Shooter**
In late 1993, the United States launched dual military operations in Mogadishu Somalia. Delta Force Operatives and Army Rangers were sent in to capture Somali warlords and restore order. Experience the intense combat of Operation Restore Hope in this ground breaking first person shooter. As a Delta Force operative participate in a number of daring and intense raids against the oppressive Somali warlords in and around Mogadishu.
Experience missions similar to those encountered in Somalia * Engage in Close Quarters Battle in a maze of city streets or snipe across the plain with Delta Force’s signature long-range engagements * Open fire from heavy weapons mounted in Black Hawk helicopters or on Military Vehicles * Gear up with an arsenal of authentically modeled weapons used in the streets of Mogadishu * New AI system drives unprecedented teamwork with your fellow soldiers and enemies that skillfully hunt you down * 20 compelling missions, each filled with multiple objectives and set in various terrain * Nonstop, large-scale multiplayer action over LAN or via NovaWorld * Powered by a new game engine optimized to showcase the latest 3D graphics and processor technology * Developed with direction from Special Operations Forces advisors on realistic tactics, situations and details * NB: All in game features are subject to change.
[from http://www.novalogic.com/games.asp?GameKey=DFBHD]
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Novalogic Official Website
EXPERIENCE THE INTENSITY OF MODERN WARFARE
Delta Force - Black Hawk Down lets you experience missions similar to those encountered by U.S. Special Operations Forces in Somalia, 1993.
Starting with Operation Restore Hope, through Task Force Ranger, to the climactic battle of Mogadishu, Special Operations Forces got the job done.
Execute challenging missions, each with multiple objectives. Destroy enemy communications, intercept weapons shipments, defend civilians and devastate enemy militias.
Engage in Close Quarters Battle, sniper fire, air attacks and room takedowns
Fire machine guns while riding in Black Hawks and armored vehicles. Over 25 accurately modeled weapons.
Issue key teammates commands while facing relentless enemy attacks powered by a new AI system
Utilize authentic combat tactics and senarios provided by former Special Operations soldiers
Prove yourself in nonstop, large-scale multiplayer battles over LAN of via NovaWorld
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Back of Box
SOMALIA
Leave No Man Behind SINGLE PLAYERS - Protect injured teammates until a Combat Search And Rescue (CSAR) team arrives
New graphics engine generates detailed characters, buildings and terrain
AI system drives friendly teams as well as enemies that carry out strategic, lethal combat manueuvers
MULTIPLAYER
- Use hand signals to direct your squad, taunt your opponents or celebrate victory
Up to 32 players via NovaWorld servers
Climb the rankings in game type, kills, accuracy, weapon skills and more!
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Inside Flaps
Description:
Delta Force - Black Hawk Down lets you experience missions similar to those encountered by U.S. Special Operations Forces during 10 months in Somalia.
Features: * Fight through various compelling missions, each with multiple objectives
Engage in urban Close Quarter Battles and long-range sniper fire
Fire heavy weapons mounted in Black Hawk helicopters and on Military Vehicles
New AI system powers combat-ready enemies as well as valuable friendly teams
Nonstop multiplayer gaming over LAN or via NovaWorld
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Electronic Arts Australia website - Windows
Ende 1992 starteten die USA gemeinsam mit den Vereinten Nationen eine noch nie da gewesene humanitäre Aktion mit dem Ziel, die Menschen in Somalia mit Nahrung zu versorgen. Name der Aktion war Operation Restore Hope. Um zukünftige Unruhen zu vermeiden, halfen sie darüber hinaus bei der Gründung einer Regierungskoalition, die die bisher existierenden Splittergruppen ersetzen sollte.
Im August 1993 erhielten Delta Force-Mitglieder sowie Army Rangers die Aufgabe, die Befehlshaber dieser Splittergruppen zu beseitigen, allen voran Mohamed Farrah Aidid und seine Männer. Es gab sechs Task Force Ranger-Missionen, die mit dem unrühmlichen Angriff in Mogadischu endeten.
Delta Force: Black Hawk Down basiert auf dieser Militäroperation und lässt den Spieler die damaligen Missionen hautnah und authentisch erleben.
Features: - Neue, verbesserte Game-Engine - Neues KI-System, das dem Spieler ermöglicht, mit anderen Soldaten zu kooperieren und das für taktisch klug agierende Gegner sorgt - Kämpfe Mann gegen Mann und groß angelegte Schlachten, wie sie für Delta Force bezeichnend sind - Lenke schwer bewaffnete Fahrzeuge - Zahlreiche Missionen, die auf der Operation Restore Hope basieren - Umfangreiche Multiplayer-Action über LAN oder über NovaWorld - Die Spiele der Delta Force Reihe wurden weltweit mehr als 3.000.000 Mal verkauft.
An diese Erfolge knüpft Delta Force Black Hawk Down an.
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Electronic Arts Germany website - Windows
BLACK HAWK DOWN GOES BROADBAND
Delta Force to support Xbox™ multiplayer system
LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM (May 22nd, 2002) - Entertainment software developer and publisher NovaLogic Ltd. is pleased to announce that the forthcoming title Delta Force – Black Hawk Down will support Internet play via the Xbox Live service for the Xbox video game system from Microsoft.
Set in Somalia in 1993, Delta Force – Black Hawk Down is based upon and around the Operation Restore Hope and Task Force Ranger campaigns and follows members of the elite Delta Force and US Army Rangers as they participate in a number of daring raids against the oppressive Somali warlords in and around Mogadishu.
Delta Force – Black Hawk Down is scheduled to ship on the Xbox™ during 2003.
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Press release (22nd May 2002) - Xbox
DELTA FORCE – BLACK HAWK DOWN
LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM (May 22nd, 2002) - Entertainment software developer and publisher NovaLogic Ltd. today announced more information about the forthcoming PC title Delta Force – Black Hawk Down.
Set in Somalia in 1993, Delta Force – Black Hawk Down is based upon and around the Operation Restore Hope and Task Force Ranger campaigns and follows members of the elite Delta Force and US Army Rangers as they participate in a number of daring raids against the oppressive Somali warlords in and around Mogadishu.
PC CD ROM Features include:* Take control of air and ground vehicles including Attack Chopper's and Humvee's.
Open fire from vehicle mounted weapons including the 50 Caliber fixed machine gun.
Engage the enemy in Close Quarters Battle and Delta Force's signature long-range engagements
Utilize an arsenal of authentic weapons as used by US Special Forces during Operation Restore Hope and Task Force Ranger.
New AI system that enables enemies to intelligently track the player.
Powered by NovaLogic's cutting edge game engine showcasing the latest graphics technology
Nonstop, large-scale multiplayer action over LAN or via NovaWorld
Delta Force – Black Hawk Down is scheduled to ship on PC CD ROM in Q4 of 2002.
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Press release (22nd May 2002) - Windows
DELTA FORCE – BLACK HAWK DOWN
LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM (May 22nd, 2002) - Entertainment software publisher and developer NovaLogic Ltd. today confirmed plans to develop and publish the next generation of the multi-million selling Delta Force® franchise for the PC, Xbox™ video game system from Microsoft and PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system.
Set in Somalia in 1993, Delta Force – Black Hawk Down is based upon and around the Operation Restore Hope and Task Force Ranger campaigns and follows members of the elite Delta Force and US Army Rangers as they participate in a number of daring raids against the oppressive Somali warlords in and around Mogadishu.
Developed using an enhanced version of NovaLogic's cutting edge graphics engine, Delta Force – Black Hawk Down combines stunning visuals and a gripping, hard hitting storyline with the gritty and realistic combat elements that have made Delta Force one of the world's most popular Tactical-First-Person-Combat franchises.
"In Operation Restore Hope the men of Task Force Ranger fought a fierce battle in what is now recognized as the war on terrorism," said Lee Milligan, President of NovaLogic. "In Delta Force – Black Hawk Down, gamers will step into the shoes of US Special Operations Forces tackling some of their most dangerous missions," he added. "We dedicate this game to the men who were there, to Delta Force, Rangers, Navy SEALs and the 160th SOAR."
Delta Force – Black Hawk Down is scheduled to ship on PC CD ROM in Q4 of 2002, with Xbox™ and PlayStation®2 versions to follow in 2003.
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Press release (22nd May 2002)
DELTA FORCE - BLACK HAWK DOWN BETA TEST ANNOUNCED
NovaLogic to release open multiplayer Beta Test in August
LONDON< UNITED KINGDOM (July 19th, 2002) - Entertainment software publisher NovaLogic Ltd. today announced plans to release an open multiplayer beta test for the eagerly awaited title Delta Force - Black Hawk Down. The beta test will be one multiplayer level and is scheduled for release at the beginning of August 2002.
"Multiplayer has always been one of the strongest facets of the Delta Force franchise," commented John Garcia, CEO of NovaLogic Ltd. "We see this open beta test as an opportunity to test and improve our multiplayer options while also getting the feedback of the people who count, the gamers."
More information concerning the multiplayer beta test will be announced shortly.
Delta Force – Black Hawk Down will ship on PC CD - ROM during October 2002.
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Press release (19th July 2002)
DELTA FORCE - BLACK HAWK DOWN WEBSITE GOES LIVE!
LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM (July 29th, 2002) - Entertainment software and publisher NovaLogic Ltd. is pleased to announce that the official website for the eagerly awaited title Delta Force - Black Hawk Down has now gone live.
The website (http://www.novalogic.com/games/DFBHD/) contains information on the game, as well as new screenshots, desktop wallpapers, screensavers and information on the forthcoming Delta Force - Black Hawk Down multiplayer beta test. Future updates will include interviews with the development team, trailers, and much more.
Delta Force - Black Hawk Down will ship on PC CD-ROM during October 2002.
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Press release (29th July 2002)
DELTA FORCE - BLACK HAWK DOWN BETA TEST A HUGE SUCCESS
Over 200,000 downloads in 7 days
LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM (August 21st, 2002) - Entertainment software publisher NovaLogic Ltd. said today that the open multiplayer beta test for the eagerly awaited title Delta Force - Black Hawk Down has been completed, with over 200,000 successful downloads recorded over the 7 day availability period.
This number included over 115,000 downloads directly from www.novalogic.com, with additional numbers coming from key mirror partners GameSpy, Nvidia and FileShack.
The beta was also successfully mirrored by a number of other sites, each one contributing heavily to the overwhelming response.
NovaLogic plans to release an official multiplayer demo for the title at the end of August 2002.
Delta Force - Black Hawk Down will ship on PC CD - ROM during October 2002.
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Press release (21st August 2002)
DELTA FORCE - BLACK HAWK DOWN OFFICIAL MULTIPLAYER DEMO ANNOUNCED
Demo to hit streets on September 5th 2002
LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM (September 3rd, 2002) - Entertainment software publisher NovaLogic, Ltd. today announced that the official multiplayer demo for Delta Force - Black Hawk Down will be released on Thursday September 5th 2002. The demo will be available for download from www.novalogic.com and a number of key mirror sites. The demo follows the hugely successful multiplayer beta that had over 200,000 recorded downloads during its seven-day availability period.
The demo will feature one multiplayer level and includes day and night settings. The demo will be playable over the NovaWorld Games Network and via LAN. Other features in the demo include* Night vision.
Players can play as medics.
Humvees drive around the map on a fixed course. Players can board the Humvees and use the .50 cal machine guns against the opposing team.
Progressive Spawn Points - Players can "capture" neutral spawn points to add additional spawn locations.
Players can lean around corners to look and shoot.
Frag grenades.
Grenade launchers (fixed weapon emplacements).
New weapon ballistics.
Delta Force – Black Hawk Down will ship on PC CD - ROM during October 2002.
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Press release (5th September 2002)
DELTA FORCE - BLACK HAWK DOWN MOVES TO NOVEMBER 2002.
LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM (October 3rd, 2002) - Entertainment software developer and publisher NovaLogic Ltd. today announced that the release of the eagerly awaited PC title Delta Force - Black Hawk Down is now scheduled for release on November 29th, 2002 in the Europe.
"One of the main deciding factors for holding the title back a month was to add even more polish to certain key aspects of the game," stated Lee Milligan, President of NovaLogic. "We wanted to place more focus on mission complexity, the improved AI system and the multiplayer co-operative mission mode."
Set in Somalia in 1993, Delta Force - Black Hawk Down is based upon and around the Operation Restore Hope and Task Force Ranger campaigns and follows members of the elite Delta Force, U.S. Army Rangers, 10th Mountain Division and the Night Stalkers as they participate in a number of daring raids against the oppressive Somali warlords in and around Mogadishu.
Delta Force - Black Hawk Down will ship on PC CD-ROM during November 2002.
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Press release (3rd October 2002)
NOVALOGIC AND THE SPECIAL OPERATIONS WARRIOR FOUNDATION JOIN FORCES.
Scholarship fund to benefit from sales of Delta Force - Black Hawk Down
LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM (October 9th, 2002) - Entertainment software publisher NovaLogic Ltd. today announced that a portion of the proceeds from the sales of the forthcoming PC title Delta Force - Black Hawk Down will be donated to the Special Operations Warrior Foundation (SOWF).
The foundation provides college scholarship grants, along with financial aid and educational counseling to the children of Special Operations personnel who were killed in an operational mission or training accident.
"We at NovaLogic are proud to be associated with the professionals who perform the dangerous and largely unrecognized work that we portray in our products", commented Lee Milligan, President of NovaLogic Inc. "By donating to the Special Operations Warrior Foundation we pay our respects to these brave men and know that our customers join us in thanking them for their service."
"NovaLogic's generosity and support to the Special Operations Warrior Foundation comes at a critical time of need for the special operations community", added John Carney, President of SOWF. "Since America launched Operation Enduring Freedom, special operations forces have lost 32 personnel, leaving behind 34 children who deserve our help."
Set in Somalia in 1993, Delta Force - Black Hawk Down is based upon and around the Operation Restore Hope and Task Force Ranger campaigns and follows members of the elite Delta Force, U.S. Army Rangers, Night Stalkers and 10th Mountain Division as they participate in a number of daring raids against the oppressive Somali warlords in and around Mogadishu.
Delta Force - Black Hawk Down will ship on PC CD - ROM during November 2002.
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Press release (9th October 2002)
DELTA FORCE - BLACK HAWK DOWN DELAYED
Title to hit streets in Q1 2003
LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM (October 25th, 2002) - Entertainment software publisher NovaLogic Ltd. today announced that the worldwide release of the eagerly awaited PC title Delta Force - Black Hawk Down has moved to Q1 2003.
"We feel that we need to invest some additional time in 'polishing' the title to make sure that when it does hit the streets, it will be a benchmark for the genre," stated Lee Milligan, President of NovaLogic. "We know that a number of fans will be disappointed with the delay, but they can be sure that the game will be worth the wait."
Set in Somalia in 1993, Delta Force – Black Hawk Down is based upon and around the Operation Restore Hope and Task Force Ranger campaigns and follows members of the elite Delta Force, U.S. Army Rangers, 10th Mountain Division and the Night Stalkers as they participate in a number of daring raids against the oppressive Somali warlords in and around Mogadishu.
Delta Force – Black Hawk Down will ship on PC CD - ROM during Q1 2003.
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Press release (25th October 2002)
NEW STREET DATE AND DEMOS FOR DELTA FORCE - BLACK HAWK DOWN
LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM (January 13th, 2003)
- Entertainment software publisher NovaLogic Ltd. today announced that they were on target to hit a new street date of March 28th, 2003 for the next installment in the Delta Force series on the PC, Delta Force - Black Hawk Down.
The company also announced that a single and multiplayer demo for the game would be available at the beginning of February. More details about the demo will be released shortly.
Set in Somalia in 1993, Delta Force - Black Hawk Down is based upon and around the Operation Restore Hope and Task Force Ranger campaigns and follows members of the elite Delta Force, U.S. Army Rangers, 10th Mountain Division and the Night Stalkers as they participate in a number of daring raids against the oppressive Somali warlords in and around Mogadishu.
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Press release (13th January 2003)
DELTA FORCE - BLACK HAWK DOWN OFFICIAL SINGLE /MULTIPLAYER DEMO ANNOUNCED
**Demo to Debut on www.nvidia.com on February 4th, 2003.
LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM (January 30th 2003)** - Entertainment software publisher NovaLogic, Ltd. today announced that it has teamed up with NVIDIA Corp. to launch the official single / multiplayer demo for Delta Force - Black Hawk Down. Beginning February 4th 2003, the demo will be available for download exclusively at www.nvidia.com, with key mirror sites becoming available from February 7th onwards.
The demo will feature one single player mission entitled "Diplomatic Immunity." The objective of the mission is to recapture a UN building being held by Habr Gadir militia. Delta Teams 2 and 5 insert by helicopter and must locate and secure hostages before escorting them to a waiting convoy for extraction.
A new multiplayer map, playable over the NovaWorld Games Network and via LAN, will also be included featuring the Team Capture the Flag game type. Entitled "Bridge over the Jubba River," the level is an open terrain map that has several bridges across the river and green rolling hills. To reach the enemy's flags, players will need to cross the river by either securing one of the bridges or swimming across the water.
Other features in the demo include:* Insertion by MH-6 helicopter transports.
An AI system that drives friendly teams and enemies that carry out strategic, lethal combat maneuvers.
Guard fallen squad members until CSAR (Combat Search And Rescue) team arrives.
In multiplayer, players can use hand signals to direct their squads, taunt opponents or celebrate victory.
Delta Force - Black Hawk Down will ship on PC CD - ROM on March 28th 2003.
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Press release (30th January 2003)
WHO CAN BUILD THE BEST DELTA FORCE - BLACK HAWK DOWN FANSITE?
**The search is on for the best of the Web!
LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM (March 3rd 2003)** - NovaLogic is pleased to announce that the competition to find who can build the best Delta Force - Black Hawk Down Fan Site on the Web will begin on March 5th, 2003!
To help get people started, NovaLogic is providing some basic assets in a Web Design Kit. These include screenshots, vehicles, characters, weapons, logos and box art. Entrants may also explore the NovaLogic website (www.novalogic.com) and the Internet for additional material. Entrants are not required to use all the assets in this kit.
Websites will be judged on the following criteria:* Originality
Design layout
Functionality
Content
The competition goes live on March 5th, 2003 and closes on March 18th, 2003.
PRIZING* 1 GRAND PRIZE PACKAGE - Delta Force-Black Hawk Down standee signed by the development team, plus a copy of the Delta Force-Black Hawk Down game, t-shirt, soundtrack and Black Hawk Down book.
1 FIRST PRIZE - Delta Force-Black Hawk Down game, t-shirt and soundtrack.
10 RUNNERS UP - Delta Force - Black Hawk Down t-shirt.
The winning web sites will all be promoted on NovaLogic's home page as an "Official Delta Force - Black Hawk Down fan site".
Delta Force - Black Hawk Down will ship on PC CD - ROM in Europe on March 28th, 2003.
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Press release (3rd March 2003)
DELTA FORCE - BLACK HAWK DOWN GOES GOLD
Game to hit streets on March 28th
LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM (March 12th 2003) – Entertainment software publisher NovaLogic Ltd. today announced that the eagerly awaited PC Game Delta Force - Black Hawk Down has gone gold.
Set in Somalia in 1993, Delta Force – Black Hawk Down is based upon and around the Operation Restore Hope and Task Force Ranger campaigns and follows members of the elite Delta Force, US Army Rangers and 10th Mountain Division as they participate in a number of daring raids against the oppressive Somali warlords in and around Mogadishu.
Delta Force – Black Hawk Down features include:* Insertion by MH-6 helicopter transports, Black Hawks and ground based transports.
An AI system that drives friendly teams and enemies to carry out strategic, lethal combat maneuvers.
Guard fallen squad members until CSAR (Combat Search And Rescue) team arrives.
In multiplayer, players can use hand signals to direct their squads, taunt opponents or celebrate victory.
An arsenal of authentic weapons as used by US Special Forces during Operation Restore Hope and Task Force Ranger
Nonstop, large-scale multiplayer action over LAN or via NovaWorld.
Delta Force – Black Hawk Down PC CD - ROM will be in stores in Europe on March 28th 2003.
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Press release (28th March 2003)
DELTA FORCE - BLACK HAWK DOWN GOES GOLD
Game to hit streets on March 28th
LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM (March 12th 2003) – Entertainment software publisher NovaLogic Ltd. today announced that the eagerly awaited PC Game Delta Force - Black Hawk Down has gone gold.
Set in Somalia in 1993, Delta Force – Black Hawk Down is based upon and around the Operation Restore Hope and Task Force Ranger campaigns and follows members of the elite Delta Force, US Army Rangers and 10th Mountain Division as they participate in a number of daring raids against the oppressive Somali warlords in and around Mogadishu.
Delta Force – Black Hawk Down features include:* Insertion by MH-6 helicopter transports, Black Hawks and ground based transports.
An AI system that drives friendly teams and enemies to carry out strategic, lethal combat maneuvers.
Guard fallen squad members until CSAR (Combat Search And Rescue) team arrives.
In multiplayer, players can use hand signals to direct their squads, taunt opponents or celebrate victory.
An arsenal of authentic weapons as used by US Special Forces during Operation Restore Hope and Task Force Ranger
Nonstop, large-scale multiplayer action over LAN or via NovaWorld.
Delta Force – Black Hawk Down PC CD - ROM will be in stores in Europe on March 28th 2003.
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Press release (12th March 2003)
DELTA FORCE - BLACK HAWK DOWN
**Fifth Installment of the popular franchise comes to the PC!
LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM (March 25th 2003)** - Entertainment software publisher NovaLogic Ltd. is pleased to announce that the eagerly awaited PC Game Delta Force - Black Hawk Down has shipped and will be in stores across Europe from today.
Set in Somalia in 1993, Delta Force - Black Hawk Down is based upon and around the Operation Restore Hope and Task Force Ranger campaigns immortalized in the book and movie of the same name. The game follows members of the elite Delta Force, US Army Rangers and 10th Mountain Division as they participate in a number of daring raids against the oppressive Somali warlords in and around Mogadishu.
Delta Force - Black Hawk Down recreates the intense atmosphere of a war-torn country. From tours of duty in the vast Somali countryside, where snipers could lurk on top of any hill - to the maze like streets of Mogadishu, where militia and civilians blend seamlessly the task of discerning enemy from refugee is vital, as a wrong decision could cost you your mission.... or your life.
To ensure accuracy, NovaLogic spent months researching the history of the conflict, and worked extensively with former Special Forces Operatives, including two who served in Somalia in 1993.
NovaLogic has also teamed up with the Special Operations Warrior Foundation. A portion of the proceeds from Delta Force - Black Hawk Down will be donated to the foundation. The SOWF provides college scholarship grants, along with financial aid and educational counseling to the children of Special Operations personnel who were killed in an operational mission or training accident.
Delta Force - Black Hawk Down features include:* Insertion by MH-6 helicopter transports, Black Hawks and ground based vehicles.
An AI system that drives friendly teams and enemies to carry out strategic, lethal combat maneuvers.
An arsenal of authentic weapons as used by US Special Forces during Operation Restore Hope and Task Force Ranger.
Huge and varied landscapes that transport the player into the middle of a chaotic war zone.
For more information, including interviews, screenshots and in game videos, please visit http://www.novalogic.com/games/DFBHD/
Delta Force - Black Hawk Down PC CD - ROM will be in stores on March 28th 2003.
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Press release (25th March 2003)
NOVALOGIC AND JOLT TEAM UP FOR OFFICIAL EUROPEAN ONLINE TOURNAMENTS
LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM (March 31st, 2003)
- Entertainment software publisher NovaLogic Ltd. today announced that they are teaming up with Europe's largest and most popular independent online gaming service provider Jolt.co.uk for the Official Delta Force - Black Hawk Down European Online Tournaments.
Jolt will run a series of online tournaments and competitions including multi-player games such as Death Match, Team Death Match, Capture the Flag and Team King of the Hill. These events will be open to any resident European player and will be a mix of Squad knockout competitions, ladders and individual Death Match tournaments.
Jolt will promote the competitions across its network of some 50 sites that attract in excess of 300,000 unique visitors every month, as well as via the World's most popular Delta Force community site www.df3.net
Set in Somalia in 1993, Delta Force - Black Hawk Down is based upon and around the Operation Restore Hope and Task Force Ranger campaigns and follows members of the elite Delta Force, U.S. Army Rangers, 10th Mountain Division and the Night Stalkers as they participate in a number of daring raids against the oppressive Somali warlords in and around Mogadishu.
Delta Force - Black Hawk Down shipped on PC CD - ROM on March 28th, 2003.
For additional information on the Official European Online Tournament please visit http://www.bhd.jolt.co.uk/
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Press release (31st March 2003)
NOVALOGIC ANNOUNCES EUROPEAN WINNERS OF FAN WEBSITE COMPETITION
**The search is over for the best Delta Force - Black Hawk Down Fan web site
LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM (April 11th 2003)** - NovaLogic Ltd. is pleased to announce the European winners of the competition to find who could build the best Delta Force - Black Hawk Down Fan Site on the Web.
Web sites were judged on the following criteria: originality, design layout, functionality and content. The five winning European sites are -
http://bhd.dfhq.net
http://bhd.no.sapo.pt
http://www.dfbhd.dk
http://GermanWarGods.de
http://dfbhd.sore-thumbs.com
All sites will all be promoted on NovaLogic's home page as an "Official Delta Force - Black Hawk Down fan site".
Delta Force - Black Hawk Down is out now on PC CD - ROM across Europe.
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Press release (11th April 2003)
DELTA FORCE - BLACK HAWK DOWN IS A GLOBAL SUCCESS!
LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM (April 24th, 2003)
– Entertainment software publisher NovaLogic Ltd. is delighted to announce that the global launch of Delta Force® - Black Hawk Down™ has been an overwhelming success, according to local chart tracking services.
In addition to currently being the number one best-selling PC game in North America for the third straight week, the title also hit the top spot on the German Media Control Charts and the South African Kalahari sell thru charts. The title also debuted in the PC charts at number two in the U.K. according to Charttrack, Italy's AICNeilson retail chart, Australia, Sweden's Speltoppen and both the FreeRecordShop Free Charts and Dutch Interactive Charts in Benelux.
"The global success of Delta Force - Black Hawk Down is an immense achievement for NovaLogic", commented Dave Pollack, Vice President of Sales for NovaLogic. "This boils down to having a great product that shipped when it was ready, accompanied by a strong marketing and PR campaign. Add in a sales strategy fully supported by our retail partners and you have a formula that has combined to amazing effect in taking Delta Force – Black Hawk Down to the top of the charts."
Set in Somalia in 1993, Delta Force – Black Hawk Down is based upon the Operation Restore Hope and Task Force Ranger campaigns immortalized in the book and movie of the same name. With single player missions recreating the chaos of a war-torn country, plus a vast and varied multiplayer environment supported by NovaLogic's own, free NovaWorld Games Network, Delta Force - Black Hawk Down brings home the intensity of modern warfare.
Delta Force – Black Hawk Down for PC CD - ROM is in stores now.
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Press release (24th April 2003)
DELTA FORCE™ - BLACK HAWK DOWN® COMES TO XBOX
**Climax developing Xbox version of PC Best Seller
LONDON, UK (May 12th, 2004)** - Entertainment software developer and publisher NovaLogic, Inc. today announced that Delta Force – Black Hawk Down is currently under development for the Xbox® video game system from Microsoft.
Set in Somalia in 1993, Delta Force – Black Hawk Down is based upon and around the Operation Restore Hope and Task Force Ranger campaigns and follows members of the elite Delta Force and US Army Rangers as they participate in a number of daring raids against the oppressive Somali warlords in and around Mogadishu. Developed by Climax, Delta Force – Black Hawk Down brings the intensity of Modern Warfare to Xbox!
Delta Force – Black Hawk Down Xbox Features:* 16 intense single player missions.
Breath-taking single player missions with authentic Somalian buildings and terrain.
Multiplayer combat through Xbox® Live™ with up to 16 players.
Split screen (x4) Co-Op missions (Exclusive to Xbox.)
Voice communication through Xbox Live that enhances team-play
Issue teammate commands to your AI teammates using voice recognition technology.
New multiplayer maps/modes for the Xbox.
Tutorial mode for newcomers.
NovaLogic has also teamed up with the Special Operations Warrior Foundation. A portion of the proceeds from the Xbox version of Delta Force – Black Hawk Down will be donated to the foundation. The SOWF provides college scholarship grants, along with financial aid and educational counseling to the children of Special Operations personnel who were killed in an operational mission or training accident.
Delta Force – Black Hawk Down is scheduled to ship for Xbox in late 2004.
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Press release (12th May 2004)
DELTA FORCE® - BLACK HAWK DOWN® XBOX MOVES TO Q1 '05
LONDON, UK (September 29th, 2004) - Entertainment software developer and publisher NovaLogic, Ltd. today announced a new ship date for Delta Force – Black Hawk Down, on the Xbox® video game system from Microsoft.
"The new ship date allows for an extended development period, which gives us the opportunity to really focus on the Xbox® Live™ features planned for the title," explained Lee Milligan, President of NovaLogic. "We are also working on a few other features, exclusive to the game, which could make Delta Force – Black Hawk Down one of the best and most talked about Xbox Live titles of 2005."
Based on the award winning, number 1 best selling PC game, Delta Force – Black Hawk Down is being redeveloped specifically for Xbox. Set in Somalia in 1993 and based upon and around the Operation Restore Hope and Task Force Ranger campaigns, players will take on the role of an elite Delta Force Operative as they participate in a number of daring raids against the oppressive Somali warlords in and around Mogadishu. Developed by Climax in the UK, Delta Force – Black Hawk Down brings the intensity of Modern Warfare to Xbox with a range of intense single player and multiplayer missions.
Delta Force – Black Hawk Down is scheduled to ship on Xbox during Q1 2005.
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Press release (29th September 2004) - Xbox
Delta Force® – Black Hawk Down® For PlayStation®2
**Experience war torn Somalia on PlayStation®2 - Q2 2005.
London, uk (February 3, 2005)** - Entertainment software publisher NovaLogic, Ltd. today announced that Delta Force® – Black Hawk Down® is currently under development for the PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system.
NovaLogic has teamed up with external developer Rebellion, to bring the #1 best selling PC game to the PlayStation 2. Using Rebellion's Asura game engine Delta Force – Black Hawk Down has been developed from the ground up to create a unique look that portrays a gritty and realistic war torn Somalia in 1993. As well as superb graphics, the Asura game engine also adds additional features specific to the PlayStation 2 version of the game, such as rag doll physics, in game cut scenes and realistic bullet penetration of buildings.
The single player missions in Delta Force – Black Hawk Down were created with the help of former Special Operations Soldiers and are based on actual missions undertaken by elite Delta Force Operators and US Army Rangers as part of Operation Restore Hope and Task Force Ranger.
In addition to the various split screen co-op games available, Delta Force – Black Hawk Down is the first game to offer PlayStation 2 owners the opportunity to play in games of up to 32 players online! Groundbreaking multiplayer content spread across 25 different maps with 7 different game types will keep even the die hard military FPS fanatic busy!
NovaLogic are also working closely with the Special Operations Warrior Foundation. A portion of the proceeds from the sale of the PlayStation 2 version of Delta Force – Black Hawk Down will be donated to the foundation. The SOWF provides college scholarship grants, along with financial aid and educational counseling to the children of Special Operations personnel who were killed in an operational mission or training accident.
Delta Force – Black Hawk Down is coming to the home console market this Spring!
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Press release (3rd February 2005) - PlayStation 2
NovaLogic confirms 50 player Xbox Live games for Delta Force® – Black Hawk Down®
London, uk (March 3rd, 2005) – Entertainment software developer and publisher NovaLogic, Ltd. today confirmed that the forthcoming Xbox® title Delta Force - Black Hawk Down, will feature mammoth 50 Player battles over Xbox® Live™!
This is the first time any Xbox title will be offering 50 player Xbox Live games, with the current standard being 16 players. Based on the award winning, number 1 best selling PC franchise, DF - BHD has been redeveloped for the console taking advantage of all the most up to date Xbox Live features.
Xbox Live features for DF – BHD on Xbox include team support, stats, voice chat, messaging, matchmaking and more. In addition to the record breaking 50 player games online, DF - BHD also supports 8 multiplayer game types over a variety of different multiplayer environments, as well as 4 player split screen co-op and Xbox Communicator headset support.
"DF - BHD on Xbox delivers what no other console title can. As well as a strong single player campaign the game drops you into the action-packed chaos of modern warfare with 49 other gamers", commented Lee Milligan, President of NovaLogic Inc. "We are ecstatic that we have been able to deliver next-generation multiplayer gaming to existing Xbox Live gamers before the next-gen consoles arrive.'
"Xbox Live continues to set the standard for online gameplay and the multiplayer experience on Delta Force – Black Hawk Down is a true embodiment of that promise," said Cameron Ferroni, General Manager of Xbox Live. "The future of Xbox Live is limitless, and we are excited about the new possibilities being opened today by Delta Force – Black Hawk Down."
Delta Force – Black Hawk Down is scheduled to release on Xbox in Q2, 2005. For more information, please visit www.blackhawkdownthegame.com
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Press release (3rd March 2005) - Xbox
Delta Force - Black Hawk Down For Xbox® Video Game System From Microsoft And PlayStation® 2 Have Gone Gold
**Game to hit streets in Europe September 2nd
LONDON, UK (July 20, 2005)** – Entertainment software developer and publisher NovaLogic, Inc. today has announced that Delta Force - Black Hawk Down, the company's highly anticipated tactical shooter for the Xbox® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and PlayStation® 2 has gone gold. Rated 16+ by PEGI, the game features an expansive single player campaign and breaks new ground in the multiplayer arena by allowing up to 50 players to battle over Xbox Live®, or up to 32 players on PlayStation 2 via GameSpy.
"Console gamers have never experienced anything like Delta Force - Black Hawk Down. With its attention to detail and landmark multiplayer capabilities the title has raised the bar on consoles." stated Dave Pollack, NovaLogic's Vice President of Sales and Marketing. "Consumers and our retail partners have anxiously anticipated the console versions of Delta Force - Black Hawk Down, and the titles are now ready to deliver a great gaming experience."
Set in Somalia in 1993, Delta Force – Black Hawk Down is based upon and around the Operation Restore Hope and Task Force Ranger campaigns and follows members of the elite Delta Force, US Army Rangers and 10th Mountain Division as they participate in a number of daring raids against the oppressive Somali warlords in and around Mogadishu.
Delta Force – Black Hawk Down features include:* 16 single player missions
- The biggest multiplayer games in the history of console gaming
Co-op and split screen gaming options
Insertion by MH-6 helicopter transports, Black Hawks and ground based transports.
An arsenal of authentic weapons as used by US Special Forces during Operation Restore Hope and Task Force Ranger
NovaLogic has also teamed up once again with the Special Operations Warrior Foundation. A portion of the proceeds from Delta Force - Black Hawk Down will be donated to the foundation. The SOWF provides college scholarship grants, along with financial aid and educational counseling to the children of Special Operations personnel who were killed in an operational mission or training accident.
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Press release (20th July 2005) - Xbox and PlayStation 2
Delta Force™ - Black Hawk Down® Official European Tournament!
LONDON, UK (August 26, 2005) - Entertainment software developer and publisher NovaLogic invite players to experience the gritty and oppressive atmosphere of Somalia in the first official European Delta Force - Black Hawk Down Xbox Live tournament!
Working closely with several sites from the XCN - Xbox Community Network. Players will take part in brutal 40 player deathmatch battles under the watchful eye of a community referee. The top players will be put forward to a final showdown to win the top prize! An Xbox 360 with games and a year's subscription to Xbox Live!
Players can sign up and find full rules and conditions at the following links.
http://www.xbox.com/en-gb/community/dfbhdtournie.htm
http://www.vagusnet.com/bhdtourney/
Places are limited so sign up now to avoid disappointment and remember to hone your skills before the battle commences on the 26th September 2005!
Delta Force- Black Hawk Down is the number 1 best selling Xbox title by NovaLogic. The only game EVER to allow up to 50 players battle it out over Xbox Live. With full Live 3.0 support and stat tracking, Delta Force - Black Hawk Down is a "must buy" for any Xbox Live fan. - Xbox World 4/5.
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Press release (26th August 2005) - Xbox
DELTA FORCE® - BLACK HAWK DOWN™ COMMUNITY UPDATE
LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM (October 13th 2003) - Entertainment software and publisher NovaLogic Ltd. is pleased to announce two very important events for the community will be taking place this week.
Firstly, the new update for DF - BHD is in final QA and will go live on Monday October 13th, 2003 at 10a.m. PST. The update will be approximately 20 MB in size and adds or addresses issues with a number of features including:* Added up to 50 player hosting capability for consumers.
The "Auto Range" feature in sniper rifles and grenade launchers is now a server setting.
Added mod support for users. Players will be able to run mods thru NovaWorld.
Removed the glowing white outline of all claymores.
Reduced the number of active claymores per person from 8 to 2. This has been done to remove the 'Field of Claymores' issue.
Helicopter rotor blades will now kill your character in multiplayer should you get too close.
We have removed the cartwheel animation from the emote list due to glitch exploitation. This has been replaced with a new emote.
The number of active smoke grenades has been reduced to 3, to clear up slowing the framerate on certain machines.
We have fixed the crashing ibrowse issue some users have had.
Fixed rapid firing issues for certain sniper rifles and shotguns.
Fixed the quick reload of machine guns glitch.
We have also added performance indicator to NovaWorld that will now give consumers a clearer indication of the connection quality of games over NovaWorld. This indicator has four lights (Green, Yellow, Red and Gray) and works like this:* Green light means the server is running in good condition
Yellow light means a moderate server with average to poor ping times etc.
Red light means very poor game experience due to speeds, pings etc..
Gray light means no info is available for that server
Finally, we are very pleased to announce that Wednesday October 15th, 2003 will see the release of the full editing tools for Delta Force - Black Hawk Down. These tools come with full documentation and include a full mission editor, object builder and terrain creator.
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Press release (13th October 2003)
WHEN ALL HELL BREAKS LOOSE
Delta Force® - Black hawk Down® thrusts you into the middle of the deadly conflict that took place in Somalia, 1993. Starting with Operation Rescue Hope, through Task Force Ranger, to the climatic battle of Mogadishu, experience missions similar to those encountered by real US Special Operations Forces.
LEAVE NO MAN BEHIND
- Execute 16 breathtaking single player missions, issuing voice commands to your AI teammates to get the job done.
- Customize your character as your progress through the game and reap the benefits of new weapons, health & ammo packs, better leadership skills and more!
- Challenge friends in 4 player split screen games or team up in 2 player split screen co-op mode.
- Battle it out online* over 25 maps IN THE LARGEST GAMES EVER, WITH UP TO 32 PLAYERS Online!
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Back of Case - Playstation 2 (U.S.)
Set in Somalia in 1993, Delta Force® - Black Hawk Down™ is based upon and around the Operation Restore Hope and Task Force Ranger campaigns. The game follows members of the elite Delta Force and US Army Rangers as they participate in a number of daring raids against the oppressive Somali warlords in and around Mogadishu.
Delta Force Black Hawk Down recreates the intense atmosphere of a war-torn country. From tours of duty in the vast Somali countryside, where snipers could lurk on top of any hill - to the maze like streets of Mogadishu, where militia and civilians blend seamlessly. The task of discerning enemy from refugee is vital, as a wrong decision could cost you your mission…. or your life.
- 16 intense single player missions with authentic Somalian buildings and terrain.
- Multiplayer combat through Xbox Live with up to 50 players.
- Split screen (x4) Co-Op missions exclusive to Xbox!
- Issue teammate commands to your AI teammates using voice recognition technology.
- Voice communication through Xbox Live enhances team-play.
- New multiplayer maps/modes exclusive to the Xbox.
- Tutorial mode for newcomers.
- Insertion by MH-6 helicopter transports, Black Hawks and ground based transports.
- An AI system that drives friendly teams and enemies to carry out strategic, lethal combat maneuvers.
- An arsenal of authentic weapons as used by US Special Forces during Operation Restore Hope and Task Force Ranger.
- Huge and varied landscapes that transport the player into the middle of a chaotic war zone.
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www.xbox.com
3 октября 1993 года является черным днем в истории спецназа США. Именно тогда в рамках кампании "Возрождение надежды" в Сомали американцами была предпринята попытка захвата полевого командира Мохамеда Фарраха Айдида и его ближайшего окружения. Это должно было способствовать скорейшему налаживанию мирной жизни в измученной гражданской войной стране.
Однако в реальности эта операция стала самым большим провалом американского спецназа со времен войны во Вьетнаме. Потеряв несколько десятков бойцов убитыми и ранеными спецназовцы были вынуждены отступить...
Измените ход истории и попытайтесь сделать то, что не удалось лучшим американским бойцам. Возглавьте отряд спецназа, отправляйтесь в Сомали и постарайтесь возродить надежду у ее народа. У американцев это не получилось. Докажите, что вы лучше!
Особенности игры
- реальная боевая операции, которую пытался провести американский спецназ в 1993 году в Сомали в рамках кампании "Возрождение надежды";
- новый графический движок, превосходящий движок "Команча 4" и обеспечивающий самые современные визуальные эффекты;
- революционная система AI, позволяющая бойцам отряда действовать с учетом малейших изменений в обстановке, а противникам - выслеживать их и устраивать засады в самых непредсказуемых местах;
- несколько десятков видов оружия, реально использовавшегося спецназом во время операции, в том числе ослепляющие гранаты, снайперские винтовки, крупнокалиберные пулеметы - и многое другое;
- военная техника, оснащенная тяжелым вооружением, включая как джипы и вертолеты спецназа, так и автомобили противника;
- многопользовательская игра по локальной сети или по Интернету, а также возможность впервые принять участие в соревнованиях официальной Российский лиги "Дельта".
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games.1c.ru (Publisher's website)
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