This fixes the bug that crashes occurred in single player mode.

Release notes for this release:

• Automatic and ultra-fast installation of map packs before loading a map (by default enabled)
• Added Discord button in the main menu to easily join the Discord server
• Fixed a map difference error bug after reinstalling a map
• Added option to override the sky from the fog script (only relevant to mappers)
• Removed the sponsor banner
• Increased default time that messages appear in the screen to 6 seconds and can be changed and remembered now
• We (re)released a bunch of new maps. You can find them on https://www.alienarena.org

Alien Arena 7.71.6 has been released! Several updates have been done:

• There is now a filter in the server list to show active servers only
• It's easier to see the number of real players in the server list
• The server list sorts on player count + ping by default
• The newsfeed can show colors now
• The antilag code has been optimized

This update applies only to windows users, for now. Linux users can take a look at the workaround or alternatives described at https://www.alienarena.org It's now possible to very easily download and install 3rd party maps hosted on https://www.alienarena.org by just using the installmap command from the console in the game. Next to this, all game operations are now hosted on alienarena.org, also irc moved to irc.alienarena.org. You shouldn't notice any difference regarding these changes. Also some bugs have been fixed:

• Downloading maps is using the http protocol again instead of udp, so much faster downloading.
• The newsfeed is working again.
• The old obsolete in-game stats have been removed.

We added a bunch of new CTF maps, a number of them used to be available before the Steam release, some are coming from Quake, and we added also two brand new CTF maps. They will be downloaded automatically when you join a server with this map, but you can also download them manually from here: https://sourceforge.net/projects/alienarena-cc/files/ It's about these maps:

• ctf-brownfield
• ctf-curvy
• ctf-exobiology
• ctf-spacejam-classic
• ctf-office
• ctf-ahtcity
• ctf-blockbattle
• ctf-mines-of-hell
• ctf-thepit
• ctf-tribute

ctf-brownfield

ctf-curvy

ctf-exobiology

ctf-spacejam-classic

ctf-office

ctf-ahtcity

ctf-blockbattle

ctf-mines-of-hell

ctf-thepit

ctf-tribute

We try to have regular tournaments every weekend, "tourneys", as we call them. Just for fun, but challenging! On Saturday we have Saturday Insta Tourney at 19:00 UTC, and on Sunday we have Martian Mayhem also at 19:00 UTC. Join our Discord server if you want to participate, so we have an idea about the number of players. https://discord.gg/Rd5fwBg Experience how fun and fast paced this game is, by competing against our top players! It will not be easy! But just for fun, especially with lots of players.

It contains the following retro maps:

• ctf-icarus-retro
• ctf-zion-retro
• dm-atlantis-retro
• dm-beyond-retro
• dm-dred-retro
• dm-furious-retro
• dm-horus-retro
• dm-omega-retro

Alien Arena will be at the 666-Lan Party on February 7-8-9, 2020 in Antwerp, Belgium. Every participant will get a free steam key. 1st place gets 400 2nd place gets 200 3rd place gets 100 More information: https://www.666-lan.com/rulebook-alien-arena

Alien Arena map pack 7 has been released! It contains the following maps:

• ctf-europa
• ctf-ghostsofmars
• dm-goregrinder
• dm-longestyard

Map pack 6 has been released! It contains the following maps:

• ctf-chamber
• ctf-fortofpillars
• dm-invasion
• dm-saucer-classic

It contains 2 CTF and 2 DM maps: ctf-conexus ctf-terminal-classic dm-deimos dm-downfall https://store.steampowered.com/app/1097290/Alien_Arena__Map_Pack_5/?curator_clanid=29419375

The maps keep coming! 4 maps(2 CTF, 2 DM).

• ctf-atlantis
• ctf-corrosion
• dm-eternal
• dm-zorn

2 DM, 2 CTF, go get it! DM-Command DM-Oblivion CTF-Zorn CTF-Spacejam Spacejam is wonderful remake of a classic Alien Arena map. Zorn and Command are masterpieces from xEmpX, one of the premier map makers of the era.

Map Pack #2 has been released! Contains 2 DM and 2 CTF Maps.

• Dm-Tetragib
• Dm-Warmachine
• Ctf-Bloodline
• Ctf-Chromium

Release 4 is live! Includes updates to: DM-Leviathan CTF-Dynasty Many weapon skins New game log output for servers Brand new player skin for Martian Warrior - "Invader" Updated map assets Get fragging!

There will be another new update soon. It is a bit more extensive than the previous, and includes multiple map updates as well as weapon and player skin updates and additions. There is another development that will excite longtime fans of the game, and that is a remake of the classic map "The Saucer". This map has been remade twice before, and will combine some elements of all three versions, as well as extend itself in new ways. This map is using some different methods, that point to the future of Alien Arena and will also feature some modular pieces for map makers to use for their own creations. Speaking of maps, another map pack will be coming shortly as well!

The first of many community map packs has been released as DLC on Steam! Next time you run the game it will install the new maps, so check them out, and blow some stuff up... Have a look here https://store.steampowered.com/app/917170/Alien_Arena__Map_Pack_1/

Our third major update is out! The engine has been updated with changes to the lighting parameters to give the game a bit more "pop" visually, and increase the 3d effect of normalmapping, as well as new pain effects. Lighting overall is a little more dramatic. Bots have some added code to give them more realistic weapon switching, so that you are not instantly probed with the Violator if you run into one around the corner - you now have a fighting chance. Several of the weapons have had their skins dealt some minor graphic updates, and we have added a brand new Martian skin, "Deathray". Many of the Martian skins were given some updates as well. Keep an eye out for a series of map packs that will be downloadable for free! This will include a number of historically popular CTF maps which has been a major request. The next Alien Arena update will feature a number of new official maps, more info later on that.

There will be a new update coming shortly, with some new features, new skins, and some graphic updates. We are beginning a new, renewed development phase that will keep the game moving forward. In the near future there will be a new, FREE, map pack that you can download with a number of 3rd party and older official fan favorites that have been updated for the new version of the game. Also keep your eye out for some new official maps, all brand-new, with some pretty wild themes later in the Summer!

Major update to Alien Arena is on Steam today! This update adds two new maps, CTF-Dynasty and CTF-Terminal, and includes the many updates we've done to the game since the initial release in terms of bug fixes, graphical features, and improvements to the Tactical game. We come in peace! (not really)

Major update to Alien Arena is on Steam today! This update adds two new maps, CTF-Dynasty and CTF-Terminal, and includes the many updates we've done to the game since the initial release in terms of bug fixes, graphical features, and improvements to the Tactical game. We come in peace! (not really)

What are you waiting for? For two weeks, get yourself or a friend a copy of Alien Arena for the holiday season! No lag. No Reloads. No Bull. For years Arena FPS fans have been clamoring for a game like this, and while others are missing the mark, Alien Arena hits the nail squarely on the head. Tailored to eSports, Alien Arena offers enhanced visibility, speed, and precision without any of the trendy garbage that some of the AAA offerings continue to force upon their players. Get up, get out, and get in the arena...Victory Awaits!

What are you waiting for? For two weeks, get yourself or a friend a copy of Alien Arena for the holiday season! No lag. No Reloads. No Bull. For years Arena FPS fans have been clamoring for a game like this, and while others are missing the mark, Alien Arena hits the nail squarely on the head. Tailored to eSports, Alien Arena offers enhanced visibility, speed, and precision without any of the trendy garbage that some of the AAA offerings continue to force upon their players. Get up, get out, and get in the arena...Victory Awaits!

An update will be coming in the next month that focuses very heavily on new content, and some more polish. The major focus is on new maps, particularly CTF and Tactical. There will be 3 new CTF maps, including remakes of Terminal and Stronghold, as well as a brand new design. Stronghold and the new map will also have Tactical versions. We have been made aware of some occasional "hitches" occuring when a player first begins playing, and are tracking down the source of the problem. This will be corrected in this update as well. There are a few other items being looked at that will add to the gameplay experience.

An update will be coming in the next month that focuses very heavily on new content, and some more polish. The major focus is on new maps, particularly CTF and Tactical. There will be 3 new CTF maps, including remakes of Terminal and Stronghold, as well as a brand new design. Stronghold and the new map will also have Tactical versions. We have been made aware of some occasional "hitches" occuring when a player first begins playing, and are tracking down the source of the problem. This will be corrected in this update as well. There are a few other items being looked at that will add to the gameplay experience.

Read all about our experience at Winter Dreamhack 2017! https://irritant.wordpress.com/2017/12/06/dreamhack-winter-2017/

https://irritant.wordpress.com/2017/11/27/first-major-update-dreamhack-ctf-and-more/

There is a change in the schedule of the tournament. Unfortunately the tournament is being cancelled. Fortunately it is going to be replaced by a surprise! Stay tuned!

The best way to celebrate the new release of Alien Arena Warriors of Mars is to have a tourney. But we are not going to have just one, but more! We will start with five tourneys, and if successful, we will have more! Every Saturday, starting November 11 at 9pm GMT, we are going to have massive frag fests with prizes for the winners! Players ending in first place win a free Alien Arena Warriors of Mars Steam key and an Alien Arena key chain! Players ending in second place win a Alien Arena key chain! The rules are simple: Everyone can play in every tourney, but you can't win more than 1 prize. If a player ends up in first or second place he can play again in the next tourney but can't win a prize if he finishes first or second. If that is the case, then the runner up gets his place, and if he already won a prize, the next runner up get his place and so on. And the most important rule is to have fun! More info can be found on our official forums: http://red.planetarena.org/forum/showthread.php?tid=2310&pid=18313#pid18313 Happy fraggin'!

We will be there, stop by our booth, sign up for prize tounaments, and say hello to the COR Entertainment staff! https://winter.dreamhack.com/2017/11/06/arena-warriors-of-mars/

The issues with settings not saving has been resolved, and the build has been updated. Also, not unrelated, there were a few other issues with where things were stored, and those have all been fixed as well. Stats and achievements should now work in Windows(they were fine in Linux).

We will update tomorrow with a fix for the issue of settings not saving when on a Windows machine that has UAC enabled, plus a few other little goodies added in.

Every Saturday at 9pm GMT, COR Entertainment will be hosting prize tournaments. Winners get a free Steam key and an Alien Arena keychain. Second place finishers get an Alien Arena keychain. Anyone can join, and there is more info at http://red.planetarena.org/forum/showthread.php?tid=2310

Two official guides have been posted on the community hub, with more to come soon. Custom content SDK will be posted later this week, with map editing/compiling tools, model format tools, and documentation. The initial release of the game is slated for this Friday, November 3rd, and we appear to be on schedule. Our final build is set for review this evening. All beta testing has completed, and we appear to be bug-free and ready to go! Thank you everyone for your patience, we are a month late on delivering the game, but sometimes things come up, and we believe the delay will be well worth it. Following the release, expect some updates to come soon after, particularly with the Steam Workshop.

Our October 6th release date has passed, due to our committment to providing the most polished, bug-free product possible. We are currently in the final phase of beta testing, and anticipate a full release in late October/Early November. We are sorry for the delay, but it will most definitely be worth the extra wait.

Read this article about why we feel Alien Arena is going to be a success! https://irritant.wordpress.com/2017/07/14/i-believe-we-will-find-our-niche/