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Official box artwork released

Official box artwork released
The official Jumpgate Evolution box artwork has been released by Codemasters.� We have added the cover art to the gallery here at the Quasar bar.

Codemasters and Netdevil ran an online survey to find what fans liked, and as the options came down to 5, again let the fans discuss the merits of the different designs.

The design picked was my favourite, as I feel it showed the nature of the game - action, space battles... and great graphics.

Hopefully you will be seeing this box in the shops next year ('Spring 09' release date pencilled in)

JGE Video from Leipzig

JGE Video from Leipzig G4TV have recorded an interview with Michael Rowland (producer) at the Leipzig gaming show - so why not go and have a watch? :)

http://www.g4tv.com/xplay/videos/28107/Jumpgate_Evolution_All_Access.html

What a question tho - "How much space is there in Jumgate Evolution" - which had the only answer you could give... "LOTS of space"�� ;)

New Nation Logos

New Nation Logos
Codemasters Online have just updated their website with new and 'improved' logos for the three Jumpgate Evolution playable Nations, the Quantar Paths, Solrain Commonwealth and the Octavian Empire. These slick new designs are the pinnacle of the three Nations and should be used, and worn with great pride.

Below are the three new Nation logos.

They have produced quite a lot of controversy in the official forums - with some saying they are far from an improvement, some believing they are not different enough, and others questioning the outer glow - and how that could be used on an actual ship? What do think? Just leave a comment on this news story if you wish.

Beta sign-up form improvements

Beta sign-up form improvements
If you've not already signed up for beta (both open and closed), this news might interest you...

Today we�ve put live a new and improved Beta sign-up form to make it easier and quicker for you to get signed up. Amongst other things the new form includes a simplified sign-up to CodeM form that will automatically sign you up to the Open Beta phase as soon as you log in.

If you�ve already signed up for Beta but you�re unsure on whether you�ve signed up for the Closed Beta phase of testing (a phase that requires additional fields to be filled in), then please log in to the Beta sign-up form using your CodeM details and make sure all appropriate fields within the "Closed Beta Application details" dropdown box are filled in.

If there is already text in any of the fields ,then you�re successfully signed up to the Closed Beta phase of testing � and you can take this opportunity to fill in or update any additional details.

If the fields appear blank and you would like the chance to participate in the Closed Beta phase then you can fill them in with your computer specs as applicable (or upload your DxDiag to have it done automatically for you). Once you've finished editing, press the �Submit� button to save your details and be added to the Closed Beta applicants pool.

If you have any questions or queries then you can send an email to Jumpgate@codemasters.com and we�ll help to resolve your issue.
Callum "Liquilla" Rowley
Codemasters Online Community Liaison __________________

Jumpgate Evolution live and Playable at Penny Arcade Expo

Jumpgate Evolution live and Playable at Penny Arcade ExpoAttendee�s to this year�s Penny Arcade Expo (PAX) will be able to get their hands on a fully playable version of Jumpgate Evolution. You can find a snippet from the press release below:

"(Warwickshire, UK) � August 18th, 2008 � Codemasters Online & NetDevil are pleased to announce that their upcoming next generation space MMO, Jumpgate Evolution will be fully playable at 2008 Penny Arcade Expo, to be held in Seattle, WA, August 29-31. Attendees will have access to Jumpgate in the Dolby Laboratories booth #712, where it will be displayed on Alienware� Area-51� m15x notebooks. This early consumer preview will allow visitors to be among the first to experience the intense, high action combat of Jumpgate Evolution.

Grace Wong, Manager, Marketing & PR, NetDevil commented "Dolby and Alienware have been our technology partners for years and we are very excited to have this opportunity to showcase Jumpgate on these technology leaders� products."

"We are ecstatic that NetDevil will be taking Jumpgate to this year�s Penny Arcade Expo. This is an amazing opportunity for visitors to come and try the game still early in its development. We look forward to the game�s showcase at the event and look forward to the hearing the players� feedback first-hand. We know they will love it!" said Edward Relf, Director, Marketing, Codemasters Online."

Those of you not able to attend PAX don�t fret! Plenty of juicy coverage will be generated from this major gaming event, so stay tuned for that.

The Jumpgate Evolution Facebook page wants you!

The Jumpgate Evolution Facebook page wants you!
If you�ve not yet seen it, then there�s no time like the present. You can now become a fan of Jumpgate Evolution through our Facebook Game Page! Go take a peek, sign up and become a fan and then sit back and enjoy the ride that is Jumpgate Evolution!

We will be updating the page frequently with new information, status updates, screenshots and concepts and we may even slip in a few exclusives here and there, so be sure to check back periodically.

Jumpgate Evolution Finds Russian Partner

Jumpgate Evolution Finds Russian Partner
Codemasters Online have today announced a deal with Game Factory Interactive to bring Jumpgate Evolution to Russia. This is great news for the expansion of Jumpgate Evolution into new, uncharted territories, and shows unprecedented demand for the game.

A snippet of the full press release can be found below:

"Codemasters Online and Game Factory Interactive (GFI), are pleased to announce a licensing deal that will bring the highly anticipated massively multiplayer online space game, JumpgateM to Russia, former USSR countries and the Baltic Region. The game will be fully localised for the Russian territories with Game Factory Interactive publishing and operating the game across the region.

�It was important for Jumpgate Evolution to have the right partner in Russia�, commented David Solari, Vice President and General Manager of Codemasters Online. �We selected GFI due to their expertise and in-depth knowledge of the Russian market. We are very excited to be launching this incredible title with them and have every confidence they will make it a huge success.�

GFI Director, Slava Plotnikov added, �We are very excited to begin working with one of the top developers and publishers of online gaming content in the world. Signing this licensing deal is the next step in securing our position as a professional market player across the region. I am sure that this is the start of a long-term partnership between both companies and we look forward to working closely with Codemasters Online and NetDevil on this incredible next generation MMO�."

Jumpgate Evolution to be showcased at GC Leipzig

Jumpgate Evolution to be showcased at GC LeipzigThis year both Codemasters and NetDevil will be attending the Games Convention in Leipzig taking place on 20th � 24th August on booth E20 / Hall 5. Join us on stand where Jumpgate will be showcased by NetDevil presenting the very latest game code in a full theatre style stand. The booth is open to the general public however spaces will be extremely limited and offered on a first come first served basis.

You can find out more about the Leipzig Games Convention on their official website

Jumpgate Preview Video

Jumpgate Preview VideoThere's a fun and half decent preview of JGE up at G4TV - which is well worth a looky.

You can watch the full 2 minutes 44 seconds video on their XPlay�s Preview page

Netdevil need your help - Box art survey

Netdevil need your help - Box art surveyNetdevil and Codemasters are looking to the fans of JGE to help decide upon how the game box should look in the shops - which shows they are keen to listen!

"After months of debating and making tweaks to the packaging here and there, we have finally come up with some really great ideas and we want your valuable input into which will be the best! Make a positive impact on this game and help us in deciding the potential route for the packaging for Jumpgate!

Please fill out this short survey, it will only take 5 minutes to complete and choose the packaging that you think suits Jumpgate Evolution the best!

http://www.questionpro.com/akira/TakeSurvey?id=1014495� "

So get over there and have your say!