PunkBuster coming to All Points Bulletin

[MaydaX]

 

Realtime Worlds, Inc. has contracted with Even Balance, Inc. to integrate PunkBuster

[Kite]

Oh wow, I wasn't expecting for them to choose PB for a game like APB.

 

It does looks like a good game, but the subscription based part will make me skip this one.

[Piggy]

Any chances of this getting streaming or no MMO streaming?

[SuperTaz]

I highly doubt that this game will be allowed to stream. But, I could be wrong.

 

EB has two others that have PB, but we do not allow to stream:

 

Need For Speed Pro-Street

 

Need For Speed Undercover

[Piggy]

Ya I'd presume it would be hard considering no one can touch the server.

[MaydaX]

It won't be added. Just like the Need for Speed series and BF Heroes.

[Piggy]

Just an FYI to everyone who hasn't played the Beta, game is a blast.

[HBDzombie]

Just an FYI to everyone who hasn't played the Beta, game is a blast.

 

i played it was ok but it had me till i found out it wasnt streaming too pbbans

[CONVICT-MRP-]

played the beta, was awesome! Pre-ordered, going to check it out for a while.

 

 

[Canadiandude]

played the beta, was awesome! Pre-ordered, going to check it out for a while.

 

 

 

definately a cool game to play bt monthly subscription isnt cool

[Everson]

Last week when I looked you had two options.

 

Either purchase X hours, or purchase monthly access to the game - guess it depends on how much you play it?

[Kite]

"APB has been a fantastic journey, but unfortunately that journey has come to a premature end. Today we are sad to announce that despite everyone's best efforts to keep the service running; APB is coming to a close. It's been a pleasure working on APB and with all its players. Together we were building an absolutely amazing game, and for that, we thank you. You guys are awesome! From all of the Realtime World staff we thank you for your continued support.

 

The servers are still up, so join the party and say goodbye!

 

- Ben 'APBMonkey' Bateman (Community Officer)".

 

http://www.pcgamer.com/2010/09/16/reports-apb-to-close-servers-tomorrow/

http://eu.apb.com/en/news/announcements/2010/09/16/end-of-an-era

 

June 29 to September 16 = 2 months and 17 days lifespan.

 

Ouch.

[SuperTaz]

Well, that was the fastest life span of a game I have ever seen. Makes you wonder what other games will follow the same path.

[Live]

Hoping Black Ops but that won't happen :rolleyes:

[HSMagnet]

Hoping Black Ops but that won't happen :rolleyes:

 

they pretty much have the 12 month thing down....well at least making money off it for 12 months

[Everson]

Website is also down; it really is a complete shutdown on the mark.

[HSMagnet]

ok, so what were the numbers on this?

 

i mean did it just not sell or was it the old grab the loot and run bit?

[=GoMg=THE__DRIFTER]

ok, so what were the numbers on this?

 

i mean did it just not sell or was it the old grab the loot and run bit?

 

Pretty good article HERE.

 

Looks like a culmination of bad planning / management to me.

[Everson]

Just for anyone who hasn't heard.

 

EA are offering to replace All Points Bulletin with any released game in the EA Store via the EA Download Manager.

 

To claim you need to contact them via Live Chat http://support.ea.com/chat and ask for a replacement game for All Points Bulletin. You'll need Java installed as they'll want to view your screen with an email receipt or your Steam Purchase history proving that you brought the game.

 

If that's not possible I'm sure the next thing would be a screenshot via support ticket, but that process may take slightly longer. So replace your dead weight with a new game ;)

 

Note: There will be no refunds, just a replacement game and if you attempt to push them for a pre-ordered game they have been known to threaten to retract the offer.

[LumpyNtZ]

Just for anyone who hasn't heard.

 

EA are offering to replace All Points Bulletin with any released game in the EA Store via the EA Download Manager.

 

To claim you need to contact them via Live Chat http://support.ea.com/chat and ask for a replacement game for All Points Bulletin. You'll need Java installed as they'll want to view your screen with an email receipt or your Steam Purchase history proving that you brought the game.

 

If that's not possible I'm sure the next thing would be a screenshot via support ticket, but that process may take slightly longer. So replace your dead weight with a new game ;)

 

Note: There will be no refunds, just a replacement game and if you attempt to push them for a pre-ordered game they have been known to threaten to retract the offer.

 

Oh, that was nice info :rolleyes: As im one of those (un)luckers who buyed APB in a first place... Just wondering how they will react when im gonna ask them to give MOH for meh :P

Edited October 1, 2010 by LumpyNtZ

[Everson]

http://www.digitalspy.co.uk/gaming/news/a283768/realtime-worlds-hints-at-apb-purchase.html

 

Friday, October 22 2010, 21:52 BST

 

Realtime Worlds has revealed that a buyer could emerge for APB.

 

The latest patch note for the game said that the studio's period of administration could be coming to an end.

 

"It looks like there might be light at the end of the tunnel for APB," said the developer.

 

"The end of the administration process is apparently close and there appears to be a buyer for the game."

 

On October 7, it was announced that negotiations were ongoing with several interested groups.

 

Last month, it was confirmed that the MMO would be shut down following the Dundee-based studio going into administration earlier this year.

[HSMagnet]

"latest patch note" ?? i thought everything was unplugged

[LumpyNtZ]

What about those who already got it refunded/replaced? This gonna be interesting. If it comes back on track i have to say that thank god i wasnt one of those who got something back for their money <_<