Unreal Tournament 3 out yet?

[obelix112za]

Anyone knows if UT3 for Mac is out yet?

Can't find it anywhere on the www.

If so, where can you buy or preorder from?

I'm in Ireland.

Cheers

[muymal]

the version for mac doesn't exist yet, quake war has came out and cod4 is coming out in may. no clue if aspyr is going to port a mac version. crossover isn't supporting that game yet so only way so far is bootcamp if u must play it on a mac

[evan g]

you could also use bootcamp to run the windows version (i got a demo, but it was pretty glitchy...) it might just be my computer, but i think a pc demo should tide u over till the mac version comes out.

but if you don't want to wait, get a ps3 haha. dont need to worry about glitches, display issues, nothin. thats my plan of action. i'm just waiting on my paycheck

[Macmadant]

the version for mac doesn't exist yet, quake war has came out and cod4 is coming out in may. no clue if aspyr is going to port a mac version. crossover isn't supporting that game yet so only way so far is bootcamp if u must play it on a mac

Macsoft are currently porting it to the mac and have stated 'spring 08' as the release date
http://www.destineerstudios.com/macsoftgames/products/ut3/index.html

[obelix112za]

Yeah thanx, there's definitely a Mac version early 2008. Type 'Buy Unreal Tournament 3 for Mac' into Yahoo or Google.

Some UK shops has it on pre order but don't ship to Ireland.

So...anyone knows where I can buy UT3 for Mac (I might be a bit hasty) or when it'll be out?

[Chone]

I don't think it's out yet but you could always use bootcamp (or try that new Crossover Gaming) and play the PC version...

[obelix112za]

Thanx everyone. No one seems to know anyway.

Why would you use Boot Camp for a game that your able to get for a Mac??? (even if it's a few months later).

[Radio Monk33]

Thanx everyone. No one seems to know anyway.

Why would you use Boot Camp for a game that your able to get for a Mac??? (even if it's a few months later).

Because that's the platform that the game was originally designed in, instead of an iffy port? Also, you can actually update your drivers on the PC side for better performance.

[hankolerd]

i'm with you obelix, the only way mac gaming is going to get better is if mac users support the people that release mac games.:apple:

[Dagless]

Why would you want to be so valiant about such an issue? I played UT3 a while ago on PC and recently bought it (as part of the Unreal Pack on Steam) for £30. Tell me, is UT3 going to be £6 on the Mac? If not then screw it.

If Mac gaming wants to get better then these release windows need to be removed and drivers need to be updated often. Until then I'll play UT3 (or not, it isn't that good) on XP via Bootcamp.

[Chone]

Thanx everyone. No one seems to know anyway.

Why would you use Boot Camp for a game that your able to get for a Mac??? (even if it's a few months later).

Because you buy it for the actual game and it's not going to be any different on Mac than on PC, maybe that's why.

Oh no, scratch that, it's going to run much better and be more reliable on PC for the little time it takes you to reboot if even that, the game may actually work on Crossover Games.

It's just a game, once you open it and start playing it matters little to nothing which OS you are using, you can't even tell.

[eXan]

It's just a game, once you open it and start playing it matters little to nothing which OS you are using, you can't even tell.

Sometimes you can. PC version runs better and sometims supports more features.

But I'd prefer to run games in OS X, because its much more pleasant NOT to deal with Windows.

[Luap]

I've been playing UT3 on my iMac via Bootcamp for quite a few weeks already. It runs good, but if past experience is anything to go by, then the Mac port is not going to run as well the PC version. Meaning I would be surprised if anything other than a MacPro with a decent video card (Ie, no entry level crap) is going to run it well enough to be playable.
Also, given how many bugs exist in the PC version still, im hardly surprised the Mac version is taking so long to produce.

Great game though :)

[enigmatut]

Anyone heard any updates on this? I'm still not seeing anything other than "will be released 'early 2008'", which didn't seem to happen (unless you still consider May to be "early 2008")...

[eXan]

Anyone heard any updates on this? I'm still not seeing anything other than "will be released 'early 2008'", which didn't seem to happen (unless you still consider May to be "early 2008")...

They said "Spring 2008" and spring isnt over yet...

[Radio Monk33]

I've been playing UT3 on my iMac via Bootcamp for quite a few weeks already. It runs good, but if past experience is anything to go by, then the Mac port is not going to run as well the PC version. Meaning I would be surprised if anything other than a MacPro with a decent video card (Ie, no entry level crap) is going to run it well enough to be playable.
Also, given how many bugs exist in the PC version still, im hardly surprised the Mac version is taking so long to produce.

Great game though :)

I haven't noticed any bugs? Either way, any fixes will get fixed on the PC side far earlier than the Mac port..won't be fun waiting for patches.

Oh and another reason for PC side gaming is the ability to overclock. ;)

[Dont Hurt Me]

They said "Spring 2008" and spring isnt over yet...When is the last day of spring? I can remember when they said early 08. MacSoft should at least update us on its status. Its not like its a new game anymore.

[DouglasP]

This subject got a little touchy. I myself only buy a game ported for the Mac so I can support the ones who did the port. The more they make, the more apt they will be to keep porting new games. But that's just me, I can see people dual booting for games as I've done it a few times myself.

[mdmonk]

I've given up MS Windows. It is no longer in my house (my wife just took over ownership of my Powerbook G4). So, I am not going to install Windows just for a game (even though it's UT3). I've become a dedicated Mac user, and so have many others; so my question is why can't they release games for both (major) platforms within a reasonable period of time? Blizzard releases their games to work on both PC and Mac; same install media. Why can't other game developer companies do the same?

-MdMonk

[eXan]

I've given up MS Windows. It is no longer in my house (my wife just took over ownership of my Powerbook G4). So, I am not going to install Windows just for a game (even though it's UT3). I've become a dedicated Mac user, and so have many others; so my question is why can't they release games for both (major) platforms within a reasonable period of time? Blizzard releases their games to work on both PC and Mac; same install media. Why can't other game developer companies do the same?

-MdMonk

They dont consider Mac gaming market to be big enough to bother.

[Dont Hurt Me]

They dont consider Mac gaming market to be big enough to bother.Almost a self fullfilling prophecy if you will, The hardware is the same so it must be software issues. Anyways Im through with Windows at least at home. Ill wait and if it takes another few months it takes a few months this Mac is running Mac.:apple:

[togermano]

I tried the demo on my 2.4ghz 2gb mac and it run like **** on windows xp bootcamp

[Dagless]

Really? I'm running it on my 2ghz C2D 1gb ram iMac and it rarely dips below 30fps. Though I'm not running it at native res.

[eXan]

I tried the demo on my 2.4ghz 2gb mac and it run like **** on windows xp bootcamp

I hope you didnt run it at 1920x1200 or 1680x1050 :eek:

[nagromme]

Middleware (physics engines, multiplayer services, etc.) is another issue affecting some games--UT3 being one of them, IIRC.

Some middleware companies charge Mac publishers amounts that are ENORMOUS considering the small (compared to Windows) size of the Mac market. That makes those games riskier to sell for Mac (because porting costs money) and prevents Mac games from dropping in price as much as older PC titles do.

There are certainly games that would have come to Mac but never made it to market just because some middleware was too expensive for anyone but a Windows publisher to afford. (Linux gamers face the same issues.)

[Luap]

I don't know whats up with Epic these days. But things seem to be going downhill for PC gaming, never mind Mac gaming. They seem more preoccupied with getting the game out for PS3 (now done) and Xbox 360 than getting the PC version to work as it was supposed to months ago.
Theres still some quite serious bugs in the PC one. People seem to be deserting the game in their droves and the servers are largely empty now. I hoped it would pick up, but its just got worse instead. Take a look at their forums.. Theres no mention of a Mac port coming any time soon even though it was promised a long time ago.
And don't think about complaining to them about it on there either. Its a real nazi forum. Unless you praise them and generally kiss their asses, they tend to wipe posts and quite often ban people with no warning :rolleyes:

[eXan]

I don't know whats up with Epic these days. But things seem to be going downhill for PC gaming, never mind Mac gaming. They seem more preoccupied with getting the game out for PS3 (now done) and Xbox 360 than getting the PC version to work as it was supposed to months ago.
Theres still some quite serious bugs in the PC one. People seem to be deserting the game in their droves and the servers are largely empty now. I hoped it would pick up, but its just got worse instead. Take a look at their forums.. Theres no mention of a Mac port coming any time soon even though it was promised a long time ago.
And don't think about complaining to them about it on there either. Its a real nazi forum. Unless you praise them and generally kiss their asses, they tend to wipe posts and quite often ban people with no warning :rolleyes:

Because Epic isnt doing a Mac port. Its Macsoft.

[nagromme]

Actually Ryan Gordon with Epic IS doing the port. MacSoft is only the publisher.

[eXan]

Actually Ryan Gordon with Epic IS doing the port. MacSoft is only the publisher.

Hmm I though he was working for Macsoft... :eek:

Anyway, its hard to port such a huge game as UT3 to Mac alone! O_O So please be patient. I'd rather get the game later than have a buggy one

[Kosh66]

People seem to be deserting the game in their droves and the servers are largely empty now. I hoped it would pick up, but its just got worse instead.

Yeah, that's what I heard too. I play UT2004 ONS on a clan server and they've actually shut down their UT3 server. Their 32 player UT2004 ONS is still going strong and is usually full.

I think I'm still going to buy UT3 for the Mac, just to check it out though.

[nagromme]

I think UT3 has a big future, with many user maps and mods, and maybe some new official content too. Not quickly, however, and not AS big as I'd have predicted before it came out!

The changes from UT2004 to UT3 are:

* Numerous welcome gameplay tweaks--such as the Orb, and mimicking play style elements from UT99.

* Updated graphics engine (though I still think Id's engines look more real).

* A minimal story added to the single-player tournament.

* 6 new vehicles.

That's not a lot, but I can afford a UT game every 3-4 years. I'll get it I'm sure. A new Jailbreak is on the way for one thing :) Depending on performance I might wait until 2009 when I get a tower--since the graphics are one of the few things it offers over UT2004, which I still play and enjoy.

Now, if the previous statements come true that the EDITOR is coming to Mac too... then I'll buy ASAP and get modding :) All that pent-up Mac game-modding creativity might add a lot to the UT3 community! I'll start by making weapons--sounds like one of the simpler tasks for learning the ropes.

[Dont Hurt Me]

Last day of spring is almost here and they did say it was going to be released in spring so that means this week?
Come on MacSoft throw us a bone and let us know its status.

[eXan]

Last day of spring is almost here and they did say it was going to be released in spring so that means this week?
Come on MacSoft throw us a bone and let us know its status.

Hasn't spring ended like 18 days ago? ;)

[Dont Hurt Me]

Hasn't spring ended like 18 days ago? ;)

Could have , I guess MacSoft needs to change the ad to sometime in 08 or 09.

[TFMTASAD]

I think UT3 has a big future, with many user maps and mods, and maybe some new official content too. Not quickly, however, and not AS big as I'd have predicted before it came out!

The changes from UT2004 to UT3 are:

* Numerous welcome gameplay tweaks--such as the Orb, and mimicking play style elements from UT99.

* Updated graphics engine (though I still think Id's engines look more real).

* A minimal story added to the single-player tournament.

* 6 new vehicles.

That's not a lot, but I can afford a UT game every 3-4 years. I'll get it I'm sure. A new Jailbreak is on the way for one thing :) on Depending on performance I might wait until 2009 when I get a tower--since the graphics are one of the few things it offers over UT2004, which I still play and enjoy.

Now, if the previous statements come true that the EDITOR is coming to Mac too... then I'll buy ASAP and get modding :) All that pent-up Mac game-modding creativity might add a lot to the UT3 community! I'll start by making weapons--sounds like one of the simpler tasks for learning the ropes.

I got UT3 (bootcamp) on vista home premium and I can run the game pretty much with every settings maxed out and I get a pretty solid framerate on my Mac (see signature). The graphic engine is very good and doesn't require the latest hardware to run well. It's not as demanding as a game like Crysis for example. The graphic engine is not that new anyway, it was used for the first time for Gears of War on the Xbox360. So unless your computer is really old, I'd suggest trying out the demo and see how it runs before upgrading. Of course there is nothing available for Mac yet, but if you have windows, give it a shot.

The game is really fun. Even though the gameplay didn't change that much since the last game, it somehow manage to feel quite unique. Most FPS these days are quite slow paced compared to UT3. UT3 is a good old school FPS with a lot of jumping, strafing, shooting and things/people blowing up. It is every bit as good as it's predecessors.

[nagromme]

Thanks for the review. I still play UT2004 a lot. But mainly I play custom mods, not the built-in modes. I look forward to more mods coming to UT3.

Or if the toolset comes to Mac as rumored, I'll make my own :)

[Dont Hurt Me]

Oh where art thou? UT3? Thought it might be worth bringing up. Talk about overdue .

[eXan]

Oh where art thou? UT3? Thought it might be worth bringing up. Talk about overdue .

Q3 '08 isn't over yet? :)

[Infrared]

They said "Spring 2008" and spring isnt over yet...

On MacSoft's website it still says:

"THE TOURNAMENT RETURNS TO MACINTOSH® THIS SPRING"

Whoosh. Spring came and went. Summer's nearly gone.

Is it out yet?

[eXan]

On MacSoft's website it still says:

"THE TOURNAMENT RETURNS TO MACINTOSH® THIS SPRING"

Whoosh. Spring came and went. Summer's nearly gone.

Is it out yet?

They've probably meant 09 lol

[locoputo]

They've probably meant 09 lol

Nope, spring 08, and yes, they're aware that they're late and apparently "working" on it to release it asap.

[Miharu]

Well they announced Gears of War and UT 3 for Mac ages ago, I've been holding back on buying Gears of War for Windows as it's dirt cheap everywhere now, but I think the Mac version is gone vaporware by now.

[eXan]

Nope, spring 08, and yes, they're aware that they're late and apparently "working" on it to release it asap.

lol My post from august 2008..

Anyway, I've got the PC version once Patch 2.0 and Titan Pack came out. Its awesome! :D

[Dagless]

lol My post from august 2008..

Anyway, I've got the PC version once Patch 2.0 and Titan Pack came out. Its awesome! :D

Definitely an improvement. Not keen on the GoW style 'enhancements' though, was a bit of a cheap cash in.

[eXan]

Definitely an improvement. Not keen on the GoW style 'enhancements' though, was a bit of a cheap cash in.

Pardon my ignorance, but what are Gears of War style enhancements ?

I've never played GoW.. :o

[Dagless]

That whole Titan mutator thing basically turns it into GoW without a cover system. You can imagine the meeting to discuss this "but growing big is like super cool! and it needs a GoW camera angle shift!", disregarding current map designs completely. I haven't played much since the launch week but almost ever server I joined had that enabled.

[Luap]

Theres been so many threads about this. Including a new one fairly recently..

UT3 for OS X is in the works, thats for sure. When will we get it? Absolutely no one knows. Except perhaps Steve Polge at Epic. Or Ryan Gordon who is the guy porting it to Mac.
If you can get a date out of them, then more power to you!

And yes, with Patch 2 and the Titan pack, the game is much improved :cool: Plus the availability of the game on Steam for cheap has brought in a ton of new players. The sever browser is no longer like a ghost town!

While im here. I play on the Hedsteem servers. Great guys, and I always have a fun time there :D

[eXan]

That whole Titan mutator thing basically turns it into GoW without a cover system. You can imagine the meeting to discuss this "but growing big is like super cool! and it needs a GoW camera angle shift!", disregarding current map designs completely. I haven't played much since the launch week but almost ever server I joined had that enabled.

Oh I see. I don't like the Titan mutator, I was referring to addition of the new content (namely, maps) that was seriously lacking in to original game :)

With Patch 2.0 there are welcomed bot AI improvements (I play offline) and fixes, much more flexible graphics settings, other good stuff :)

Now all I need is Xan model, DOM gametype (the original one, not DDOM from UT2kx) CTF-LavaGiant, DM-HyperBlast and I'll be set :D

[str1f3]

I'm to the point of saying "who cares". I'd guess bioshock would be here before ut3 or you could just run boot camp and play better games like fallout 3, far cry 2 or crysis.

[Dagless]

With Patch 2.0 there are welcomed bot AI improvements (I play offline) and fixes, much more flexible graphics settings, other good stuff :)
Definitely! My desktop PC can't handle some effects well so I can finally turn them down (namely distortions and lens effects) whilst keeping everything else set high. Tis a great new feature that!

Now all I need is Xan model, DOM gametype (the original one, not DDOM from UT2kx) CTF-LavaGiant, DM-HyperBlast and I'll be set :D
I hear ya!