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Here you will find the latest news about Stargate Resistance, Stargate Universe, and more...

A Message to Our Valued Customers

Dear Valued Customer,

On November 16, 2010, the License Agreement between Cheyenne Mountain Entertainment, Inc. and MGM Interactive, Inc. expired.  As a result, Cheyenne will no longer be able to offer Stargate Resistance for sale to new customers.   However, in the best interests of our customers, game play will be provided for a period of 60 days (until January 15, 2011) to customers who purchased Stargate Resistance prior to November 16, 2010.  Look for more information as it becomes available.  

Gamer's Daily News interviews DCG

Christophor Rick of GDN posed some questions to the DCG staff. You can read the first part of his interview here.

SGR on Goozernation

SGR scores 4 out of 5 on Goozernation. Check out the review here.

Welcome back Dusty

We are glad to hear that Dusty is feeling better. Welcome back and we'll be looking for you in game!

Get well soon

The crew at Dark Comet Games sends their best wishes to Dusty and hopes for a speedy recovery. Hope to see you back on the battlefield soon.

Direct 2 Drive deal of the week

Stargate: Resistance is the deal of the week on Direct2Drive. Check it out while it lasts!

New Patch!

Patch 1.1.13.4 is up and running! Players can now experience the new SGR launcher and King of the Hill game mode. The Earth-SGC map now fully supports the Team Deathmatch game mode in addition to Conquest. Check out the patch notes for the full rundown.

Dark Comet Games Announces Enhancements to Stargate Resistance™ A Fast Paced Third-Person Shooter with Online Gameplay

Mesa, AZ – July 27, 2010 - Dark Comet Games (DCG) today announced several content enhancements to their Stargate Resistance third-person action shooter video game. 

Included in this recent release are the following features:

  • New Gameplay Modes with the “King of the Hill” Gameplay Mode for the Amarna Temple Game Map and “Team Death Match” Gameplay Mode added to the Stargate Command Headquarters Game Map
  • Several new collectable in game achievements (totaling now 176) including: 'Puddle Jumper', 'GOAAAAAL!', 'Fish in a Barrel'
  • Expansion of the universe with the Leonops Game Map
  • New Character models for: System Lords Jaffa Class and Stargate Command Soldier Class

Stargate Resistance is a fast paced third-person shooter video game with online gameplay for up to 16 players and is based on the popular Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios Inc. (MGM) Stargate franchise. 

Gamers can join either the Stargate Command or Systems Lords factions and master the six unique classes based on the epic Stargate series including: Soldier, Commando, Scientist, Goa’uld, Ashrak, and Jaffa.  The game boasts multiple Stargate based game worlds; a multitude of gameplay modes including Conquest, Team Death Match, Capture the Tech, and King of the Hill; and a foray of authentic Stargate weapons including the iconic P90, Ma’tok Staff, and A’tar Blade. “We are pleased to announce another batch of game enhancements to our loyal Stargate Resistance fan base.  Additional gameplay modes, additional maps, improved character modeling and multiplayer enhancements bring gamers closer to the Stargate Resistance Universe“, says Jim Brown, Creative Director and Studio Head at Dark Comet Games.  “Listening to our gaming community is core at DCG.  With recent releases, the DCG team continues to excel at delivering premium Stargate content to a demanding gaming market”

Several improvements to the game launcher, server side balancing, and player management features will also be included in this release.  The game now includes 176 achievements, high rank unlocks for veteran players, 4 worlds with plans to release multiple additional game maps, gameplay modes, weapons, animations, and in game tactics to meet the ever growing demand for Stargate gaming content.

Stargate Resistance is currently available for PC download for $19.99 through several online retail partners (Steam, Direct2Drive, and the FireSky Store).  Additional weapons, armor, and emotes add-ons are available for the game through a series of Combat Packs, each priced at $4.99.  For more details on the game visit www.StargateResistance.com/domination.  For a press kit visit: http://pr.neutralvibe.com/darkcometgames  

About Dark Comet Games, LLC

Dark Comet Games, LLC was formed in 2010 and is currently operating the Stargate Resistance™ online shooter game under contract to Firesky, LLC. For more information, visit www.darkcometgames.com 

About Firesky, LLC.

FireSky™ is dedicated to the fusion of social experiences with entertainment software and games. FireSky’s first product is Stargate Resistance, based on the popular science fiction television series Stargate SG-1® and Stargate Atlantis ™ which are officially licensed by MGM Interactive. For more information, visit www.FireSky.com

METRO-GOLDWYN MAYER™ & © 2010 Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios Inc. All rights reserved. 

Contact:

Gabriel Mughelli
Community Manager
Dark Comet Games
press@darkcometgames.com
(480)-621-6701 x212

Darren Healy
Director
Neutralvibe
press@neutralvibe.com
(905)-564-0050

New Patch, New Models, New Acheivements!

Hello all! We are excited to announce the release of our updated high res models for the Soldier and Jaffa. These new models will be replacing the old default Soldier and Jaffa models and feature unlockable aspects. To unlock the black spec ops for the soldier you must obtain the rank of second lieutenant and have 100 jaffa kills. To unlock the retractable anubis guard helmet for the jaffa you must obtain the rank of dis’secu and have 100 soldier kills. Obtaining these unlockables also grants you the “Spec Ops” and “In the service of Ra” achievements for the Soldier and Jaffa respectively. Stay tuned for all the latest info on the upcoming weapons, costumes, maps, and achievements. Stargate: Resistance, now with more awesome!

New Wallpapers!

Shots of our newest character skins, COMING SOON! Located in the desktop gallery!

New screenshots!

Check out some shots of Leonops in the screen gallery!

NEW GAME TRAILER!

Trailer #1 Download High Definition MP4
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Ashrak/Scientist Advanced Combat Pack Now Available at FireSky!

Show your Ashrak and Scientist some love and pick up the Ashrak/Scientist Advanced Combat Pack now available at the FireSky website here.

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Steampowered SGR!

Stargate Resistance is now available on Steam! Check out our brand new page here

We're #1!

Check us out! We're listed as #1 on Direct2Drive's 'Top 10: All' front page list!

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Stargate Resistance Battle PC Sweepstakes

Enter the Stargate Resistance Battle PC Sweepstakes for your chance to win a SG:R Gaming System from GameRigs!

STARGATE: RESISTANCE HAS LAUNCHED!!!

Stargate: Resistance

BUY NOW!!

New screenshots!

Check out the latest screenshots featuring first looks at the UI and some weapons effects.

Developer Diary Episode 1!

Our first developer diary! Check out Kat as she talks about our game and shows some exclusive footage.

New Developer Bios added!

2 developer bios have been added. Meet the team in the Bios section.

ANNOUNCING THE LAUNCH DATE AND PREORDER OF
STARGATE: RESISTANCE!!!

On FEBRUARY 10TH, 2010 FireSky will be releasing the first Stargate PC shooter ever to come to market! "I want to personally thank everyone for their enthusiasm and support. It's incredibly exciting to be releasing our first game as a studio, especially with such a great license," said Shane Hensley, President of the Studio. In this fast-paced 3rd person shooter, gamers will have the chance to be either Stargate Command or the System Lords as they use the Stargate to travel and battle for galactic dominance.

Stargate: Resistance

Please be sure to register now for all the latest news and updates on Stargate: Resistance. In conjunction with Direct2Drive we are offering some awesome exclusive FREE content to those that purchase before launch.

We look forward to seeing you on the battlefield VERY soon!

New Developer Bios added!

3 developer bios have been added. Meet the team in the Bios section.

Community Web Kit added!

The Community Web Kit is now available. Get it in the download section.

New screenshots!

Check out the latest screenshots from Piramess!

New Developer Bios added!

3 developer bios have been added. Meet the team in the Bios section.

New contest!

REGISTER NOW for a chance to win awesome Stargate prizes including the brand new Quantum Mechanix Death Glider, the incredible F-302 and more! The first drawing is Monday, February 1st!

New Developer Bios added.

3 developer bios have been added. Meet the team in the Bios section.

New Developer Bios added.

4 developer bios have been added. Meet the team in the Bios section.

New screenshots!

Check out the latest screenshots showing close-up views of the Stargate and combat shots in Amarna!

New Developer Bios added.

4 developer bios have been added. Meet the team in the Bios section.

New Developer Bios added.

4 developer bios have been added. Meet the team in the Bios section.

Interview with Jeff Perryman!

Interview with Lead Level Designer Jeff Perryman answering questions about Stargate: Resistance.

New screenshots!

It’s time to turn up the heat with more action this week! Check out the latest screenshots showing multiple classes working together on each faction!

New Developer Bios Added.

3 developer bios have been added. Meet the team in the Bios section.

New diary entries for each class!

There are brand new diary entries for each class. Please check back regularly as there is much more to come!

New diary entries for each class!

There are brand new diary entries for each class. Please check back regularly as there is much more to come!

New screenshots and diary entries for each class!

The dev team have been working hard to bring you the latest screenshots! Please check them out here. On top of new visuals there are brand new diary entries for each class. Please check back regularly as there is much more to come!

New Developer Bios Added.

5 developer bios have been added. Meet the team in the Bios section.

Announcing Stargate Resistance!

Interview with Design Consultant Chris Klug answering the question, "Why Stargate Resistance?".