#alienfx

AlienFX Lighting

The fine folks over at Alienware hooked me up with this awesome laptop so I can build games anywhere! In return I've added AlienFX lighting to Guts and Glory and expanded their SDK for other Unity devs. If you're gaming with an Alienware computer/accessories it will react to different things in the game, like checkpoints and police sirens. Just a fun little bonus feature.

If you're a Unity developer and want to add AlienFX lighting support to your app, feel free to download my Easy AlienFX package.  It's FREE and super easy to use!  

PC Patch

I also rolled out a post-launch patch to fix some bugs that were missed for v1.0 launch:

Fixed Hat Counter

Fixed Steam Achievements glitches

Fixed the 100% Completion Reward in the Halls of Glory (appears in yellow glow area when 30 Achievements are unlocked).

Removed mouse-based orbit cam when "Orbit Camera" mode is turned off, except when paused.

Added more Credits

Console Patches

Dell Inspiron 15 7000 Gaming Laptop

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  Starting off with their upgraded Inspiron 15 7000 Gaming Laptop. This time the laptop comes with a new NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 that has NVIDIA Max Q Design Technology under the hood. Followed by the 7th Generation Intel Quad Core Processor that powered the device. This time around, the new Inspiron comes with a FHD Anti-Glare IPS Display. You can get one with 4K Display too.

With that, you get 2X2 Wifi for stable connection and SmartByte. This allows you to stream your favorite video content with no interruption. Unlike the previous generation, the new one has a Thunderbolt 3 which is a great inclusion for hooking the device to a video source.

Dell Inspiron 15 7000 Gaming Laptop will start from RM 3,899 for the Core i5 Version all the way up to RM 5,999 for the i7.

Alienware Aurora

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  The Alienware Aurora packs the latest Intel 8th Generation Core i Processor under the hood. This time around, it comes with a 6 Core configuration. Which means your performance will kick up a notch. You’ll get a 40% increase in Performance and up to 25% increase in frame rate. It features a CPU liquid Cooling and also with a mid-tower like this, upgrading your component is easier too.

Not to forget Alienware’s DNA, the AlienFX lighting on a super slender and sexy looking anodised aluminium, Magnesium alloy and Steel Reinforcement. Yes, it supports VR and makes your experience a lot more immersive as well.

Alienware Aurora Desktop will start from a price tag of RM 4,999 for the i5 version. It’s available to purchase starting from 3rd November.

Alienware Monitors & Peripherals

Other than the two Gaming Rigs, Dell announced two new Alienware Monitor and four peripherals. Two Keyboard and Two Mice.

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  Alienware 34″ Curved Gaming Monitor comes in two configuration, WQHD and WFHD resolution. It comes with NVIDIA G-Sync Support and features the Signature AlienFX Lighting under the hood. The Alienware 25″ on the other hand, has a native 240fps refresh rate with FHD resolution and an ultra thin bezel for immersive experience. The 25″ give you the option to choose between NVIDIA G Sync or AMD FreeSynce, depending on your rig. That’s sweet.

The prices for the Alienware 34″ Curved Gaming monitor is WQHD – RM 5,599 WFHD – RM 5,079.

Whereas the 25″ Gaming Monitor will be retailing for RM 2,699 for the G-Sync Variant and RM 2,199 for the FreeSync Variant.

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  Alienware Keyboard comes in two different models. There’s the Pro Gaming Keyboard and the Advanced Gaming Keyboard. Only the Pro comes with 13 zone-based RGB AlienFX option, dedicated volume roller and a sweet metal finish. Whereas the Advanced features a Brown MX Mechanical Switch for responsive feedback and 5 dedicated macro commands.

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  Finally, Alienware Elite Gaming Mouse, is their top of the line premium mouse that’s modular. It has an ambidextrous design and you can swap modules. Like adding programmable buttons and many more. It comes with 12000 DPI under the hood as well. The Advanced mouse on the other hand has an ergonomic design and gives you the option to switch DPI modes on the move.

As of for the peripherals, The Alienware Pro Gaming Keyboard and Advanced Gaming Keyboard is priced at RM 569 and RM 369 respectively. For the Elite Gaming Mouse is RM 429 and RM 229 for the Advanced Gaming Mouse.

Alienware, a pioneer in specialty high-performance PC gaming systems, is collaborating with leading independent game developer and publisher, Crytek, to create a more immersive gaming experience for its customers. Crytek will integrate the Alienware AlienFX lighting control software with its state-of-the-art CRYENGINE development solution. In addition, Alienware also provided Crytek with Alienware systems for the development and promotion of CRYENGINE with full native Linux support. AlienFX, the lighting control software exclusive on Alienware, allows gamers to create their own custom lighting themes and special effects in the lighting zones throughout Alienware systems. Alienware is working with Crytek to incorporate AlienFX in CRYENGINE, the advanced development solution for producing cutting-edge games with jaw-dropping graphics and realism. Developers will be able to create in-game events, such as cinematic cut-scenes, animations, and special FlowGraph scripting, exclusive to CRYENGINE. This will also enable Alienware systems to perform special lighting effects in unison with the games, like having the system flash red when the player's health is low, or trigger a blue lighting cadence when swimming. “One of the greatest things I love about being a gamer are the amazing and exciting experiences you get every time a new, cutting edge title is released,” said Frank Azor, General Manager of Alienware. “Working with Crytek allows us to amplify that excitement with truly immersive games that can be played on any platform.” “Challenging gamers to take their game to the next level is what we do at Crytek, and Alienware shares that vision with us,” said Carl Jones, Director of Business Development of Crytek. “By working with Alienware to implement AlienFX in CRYENGINE, we are providing our customers with a mesmerizing experience that they can't get anywhere else.” To support the growth of Linux gaming, Alienware has provided Crytek with systems for CRYENGINE. Crytek is using Alienware X51 desktops to serve as performance benchmark systems, and to showcase the new tools. Alienware also provided its Alienware 14 and 17 gaming laptops for the promotion of CRYENGINE and to demonstrate AlienFX integration.

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