![]() Then his worst fears become real when sex slavers abduct Kim and her friend. There’s copious action (courtesy of returning director Olivier Megaton), another script by Luc Besson and Robert Mark Kamen, lots of steely Neeson-ness and even an inversion of the first film’s famous “good luck” scene. Bryan Mills (Liam Neeson), a former government operative, is trying to reconnect with his daughter, Kim (Maggie Grace). Judging from the trailer, “Taken 3" - also styled oh-so-edgily as “Tak3n” - has plenty to offer fans of the first two films, which combined to gross more than $600 million at the worldwide box office. The only way to clear his name and protect his daughter is, of course, to punch, kick and shoot through anyone who stands in his way, whether LAPD, FBI, CIA or some other unlucky acronym. ![]() You’d think that ex-special-forces operative Bryan Mills (Neeson) deserves a breather after saving his daughter (Maggie Grace) from human traffickers in “Taken” and rescuing his ex-wife (Famke Janssen) from vindictive mobsters in “Taken 2.”Īlas, just when he thinks he’s out, they pull him back in: Mills arrives home one day to find his former spouse murdered and himself framed for the crime. 3 still isnt wasted time but its not as good as 1 and 2. ![]() 1 and 2 are good, 3 is ok but after 1 and 2 its just more of the same making you feel like they did all this shite 4 times over already. 20th Century Fox releases the film early next year on January 9th, 2015.The hunter has become the hunted in the new trailer for “Taken 3,” the next - and supposedly final - installment of the hit action franchise starring Liam Neeson as a butt-kicking family man with a “very particular set of skills.” (Watch the trailer above.) re: Is Taken 2 or Taken 3 worth the watch Posted. For one last time, Mills must use his “particular set of skills,” to track down the real killers, exact his unique brand of justice, and protect the only thing that matters to him now – his daughter (Maggie Grace). Check if it is available to stream online via 'Where to Watch'. Add Taken 3 to your Watchlist to find out when it's coming back. Consumed with rage, and framed for the crime, he goes on the run to evade the relentless pursuit of the CIA, FBI and the police. There are no TV Airings of Taken 3 in the next 14 days. Ex-covert operative Bryan Mills (Liam Neeson) has his reconciliation with his ex-wife (Famke Janssen) is tragically cut short when she is brutally murdered. Taken 3 is directed by Olivier Megaton ( Taken 2) and written by Luc Besson ( The Fifth Element, The Professional) and Robert Mark Kamen ( The Transporter franchise). You can still watch the first trailer for Olivier Megaton's Taken 3 right here. ![]() Here's the UK featurette for Olivier Megaton's Taken 3 from 20th Century Fox UK: But remember those skills he has? Those are helpful, especially when it comes to cutting down those in pursuit. The CIA, FBI, police and all are on his trail. Taken 3 is available to watch, stream, download and buy on demand at Amazon, Google Play, YouTube VOD and Vudu. Bryan Mills is on the run this time, after he's found with the body of his wife (Famke Janssen). It has received mostly poor reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 6.0 and a MetaScore of 26. If the first trailer for the action thriller didn't explain things to you simply enough, this one lays it out for grade-school brains to understand. If the " 12 Skills of Christmas" wasn't enough to whet your appetite of the forthcoming ass-kicking coming from Liam Neeson in Taken 3 in a few weeks, then here's a new featurette to lay out what will hopefully be the final film in the franchise. ![]()
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![]() ![]() Later, the four conspirators analyse the clues at their disposal. With the exception of a few unanticipated bruises, the con is a success Nate enters a secet subterranean library where he retrieves the antique cipher disk (designed to reveal a message with Drake's ring inserted), a map and a journal belonging to T.E. Though Talbot, Marlowe's lieutenant, arrives with a substantial payment to purchase Drake's ring in good faith, Nate's true goal is to track down Marlowe - and, by extension, the cipher disk. ![]() This stalemate lasts for many years until the opening scenes of Drake's Deception, where Nate, with the assistance of Sully, Chloe and Charlie Cutter, orchestrates an elaborate subterfuge. Without the astrolabe (which is in fact a cipher disk), Nate cannot solve the mystery of Sir Francis Drake's protracted voyage through the East Indies denied the ring, Marlowe's shadowy organisation is frustrated in its search for Iram of the Pillars. The encounter with Marlowe has a profound effect on Nate, and he harbours a desire for one-upmanship that abides into adulthood. Intrigued by the teenager's knowledge, wit and resourcefulness, he proposes to take Nate under his wing. Despite being in Marlowe's pay, Sullivan - a thief, yes a cad, yes but by no means bereft of a moral core - intervenes to rescue Nate as the latter attempts to flee with the ring. His intended theft of Drake's ring and what appears to be an astrolabe from the city's maritime museum brings him into contact, be it chance or fate, with Victor Sullivan, a thief for hire, and Katherine Marlowe, a senior member of a British secret society with a vested interest in Sir Francis Drake's history. Though it is unclear how a young Nate came to arrive in Cartegena, it soon becomes apparent that his visit is no accident.
![]() ![]() Wherever they faced such choices, Caesar III's designers emphasized simplicity and fun.Ĭaesar III has lots of information built right into the game. In some places, strict historical accuracy would have made the game complicated or restrictive. Caesar III gives you a strong feeling of what life might have been like in ancient Rome, but the game does sometimes depart from history. It is about building cities where people can live productive, happy lives, and having fun in the process. It's not a historical reference or educational program, either. Use the considerable information within the game to avoid this unfortunate outcome.Ĭaesar III is not a war game, although you might sometimes have to defend your city against Rome's enemies. Don't worry, though – Caesar may be a tough master, but he is fair, and will give you the chance to recover if you do fall far out of favor. The Favor rating, which measures Caesar's current opinion of you, is affected by your performance – especially your handling of your province's funds. You can lose either type of game if you fall very much out of Caesar's favor. There is no “winning” in the Construction Kit, beyond satisfying whatever objectives you set for yourself. ![]() If the second style of play, the City Construction Kit, is more to your liking, you can ignore the Emperor and set your own goals. As long as you continue to meet Caesar's ever escalating expectations, you win by becoming Rome's next Emperor. After you complete them, Caesar lets you choose between accepting a “peaceful” or a “dangerous” new assignment each time you earn a promotion. All new governors begin their careers with the same sequence of two assignments. In a Career, Caesar rewards success with promotions and more challenging assignments. Caesar III has two “styles” of play: The Career Game and the City Construction Kit. Your goal is to build a thriving Roman city. When Clarus thinks you need information about how to do whatever I am discussing at the time, he adds his comments in obvious sections called “Scribe's Notes.” My main interest is in teaching you what you should do, and why you should do it. good city started, and I did, until I wanted to add higher level housing. Your scribe, Clarus Lucidus, will add notes as we go along. Much like Julius, you need the game data files for Caesar III with this being. He needs capable provincial governors, and that is where you come in.Ĭaesar appointed me, Pius Perplexus, to teach you the skills of governing. The Roman Empire is so vast, and growing so rapidly, that even our divine Caesar cannot hope to rule it alone. TheĮmperor is eager to expand his settlements and reward citizens who can implement his will. 155Ĭongratulations, citizen! Caesar has approved your application to enter the Empire's government. 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Works great as a Department of Defense (DoD) CAC smart card reader. The SCR3310v2 is a popular choice for contractors doing a large roll out smart cards and readers. ![]() Typical applications areas are electronic ID, social security and loyalty programs, e-Couponing, secure network log on (logical access), e-Banking as well as online shopping and gaming activities. Suitable for a wide range of governmental, enterprise and home usage applications.ĭue to its design, the readers are also ideally suited to be bundled with smart cards and smart card software SDK’s to support large scale projects roll outs. The SCR3310 is compatible with CaC, PIV, CIV, Java Card and all T=0/1 smart cards.Īpplications SCM SCR3310 Smart Card Reader Applications Together, these features enable high performance, cost effective programs for secure logical access in any environment. The EMV certification recommends the reader be used for applications with banking transaction or credit card payment.Ĭompact and elegant, the SCR3310 Smart Card Reader offers the best price/performance ratio in the market. The SCR3310v2-C card reader includes support for USB and all relevant security standards the interface is CCID and PC/SC as well as EMV2000 Level 1 compliant. The SCR3310 smart card reader supports multiple security applications including PKI, digital signature and personal identification, all in a compact, mobile device. The smart card reader also allows in-field upgradeable firmware. The card reader is ISO7816 compliant, and works with all major ISO7816 smart card in ID-1 (CR80) format. The smart card reader is small and ergonomic USB smart card readers, with backside mounting holes. The SCR3310 continues the line of Identive’s (formally SCM Microsystems) market-leading smart card readers based on the STC II smart card interface chip. Identiv SCR3310v2-C Smart Card Reader Overview ![]() ![]() ![]() Save up to 85 on The Witcher franchise For details visit:. You can watch the full video below, though it is presented in Polish (with mediocre closed captions provided by YouTube). The Witcher Sale up to 85 off The Witcher 3 November 25, 2016. It is fair to note that CD Projekt Red's previous major release, the Witcher 2, was in 2011, so the company had three years of stagnation by that point. Net profit was illustrated as 236 million Zlotys, or $62.5 million USD this is in stark contrast to 1H14, when the company reported a net profit of just $1233 USD. In 1H15, the company generated $27.2 million from box edition sales of the Witcher, with $73 million from digital sales and distribution channels. Total Witcher 3 volume sees around 6 million in sales, an impressive figure for what has rapidly become one of the industry's leading RPG developers. We've been gathering expertise and know-how for years we are not jumping from one job to another.” Kicinski called the RPG genre “probably the most difficult type ” to make, furthering that “there are benefits coming from it, namely we are very competitive because there are few companies that. For perspective, GTA V cost $265 million, Star Citizen is in the range of $90 million, and Destiny cost upwards of $500 million (including marketing). At £6.99, a massive 80 off in the Steam Summer Sale, you can afford to find out once and for all whether or not The Witcher 3 is everything people make it out to be. The Witcher 2 cost the company just $10.3 million – small change for a large video game – but we've now learned that The Witcher 3 had a total cost of $81 million. Moreover, this number is 44% higher than CD Projekt RED’s revenue in 2018.All of this data was revealed in a recent CD Projekt Red financial brief led by CEO Adam Kicinski. In similar news, CD Projekt RED has reported 521 million PLN in 2019 sales revenue. The first game of The Witcher game series, The Witcher, is available for PC The Witcher 2: Assassins of Kings is available for PC and Xbox and The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt is available on Steam (PC game digital distribution service), PlayStation (PS4), and Nintendo Switch, with announcements that it will be coming to PS5 and Xbox Series X in the future. Well… at least when it comes to unit sales. ![]() Nevertheless, it’s at least good knowing that the game keeps selling well on the PC. So yeah, keep that in mind while looking at this graph. What this basically means is that PC revenue percentage does not equal to the PC unit sales percentage. Thus, this most likely includes the GOG Special Sale events. My guess is that this graph includes all of the special discounts that CD Projekt RED has offered. And, in 2019, the PC sales of The Witcher 3 are more than all of the console sales. However, in both 20, the PC was able to surpass PS4. Then, in 2016, these two platforms were equal. ![]() Surprisingly enough, in 2015, the PS4 sold more copies than the PC version. This is huge and shows the long legs of PC games, something that a lot of companies have acknowledged over the last few years.Īs we can clearly see, the PC platform is the most successful one for The Witcher 3 these past couple of years. CD Projekt Red has released its latest financial charts, and revealed that The Witcher 3 sold more copies on the PC than all consoles combined in 2019. ![]() ![]() ![]()
![]() ![]() As opposed to previous handheld/mobile entries in the series, Bloodlines tries to approximate the 3D look and free-for-all gameplay of the console releases. ![]() ![]() Released alongside Assassin's Creed 2 and Discovery in a calculated assault on everyone's wallets, Bloodlines on PSP continues Altair's story following the events of the original game. It's since been bypassed by the superior Chronicles: China, but might still be worth a play if you can find a DS copy, since Ubisoft has since removed all evidence of the mobile version. Creating a smoother, more interesting platforming experience than the mobile companion games, Discovery set the standard for 2D Creed games back in 2009. It's a simple game that doesn't have the depth of most Assassin's Creed titles, but it does accomplish what it sets out to do. They just act as vehicles to push you into a 2D platformer that takes on a few infinite-runner qualities, if you feel like charging in full steam and destroying every barely competent guard you meet. Assassin's Creed 2: Discovery won’t do much to dispel that notion you play as Ezio, conducting assassination missions for a series of clients, all of which are nondescript and ultimately unimportant. If you only played the Assassin's Creed mobile games, you might get the idea that the series' trademark is side-scrolling your way through corridors of oblivious guards/corpses-to-be. Unlike Chronicles China or India, both fun stealth side scrollers in their own right, this one is for fans of the Brotherhood only. Add in some frustrating timed levels and the interesting Assassin's lore and new characters become bogged down by an experience that just feels like it hasn't been thought through quite hard enough. There's plenty of satisfying Assassin-ing to do here but Chronicles Russia manages to be the worst of the arty trilogy with some seriously infuriating difficulty spikes if you choose to do anything other that, well, spike your enemies silently. Orelov is, of course, still an Assassin, complete with hidden blade but just to shake things up he's armed with a rifle for picking off enemies from afar and a winch for yanking doors off grates to sneak through. The sneaky quest of Nikolai Orelov in 1918 Russia, this is actually the most modern Creed adventure to date. The final side-scrolling stealthy spin-off (say that three times) from Ubi and Climax Studios, Chronicles Russia is gorgeously drawn in the hues of 20th century propaganda, but fiendishly difficult. Spotty controls result in a lot of running into walls rather than up them, but at least you won’t have to avoid the usual swarm of civilians - there’s barely anyone in the streets, meaning that it’s up to the flat textures and boxy buildings to build the atmosphere. It’s a free-to-play affair, sending you to and fro to eliminate some guy / collect this artifact / escort this person in exchange for skill points you can spend on outfits, equipment, and move-sets. Sadly, you’ll probably spend more time messing around with that than you will the actual game. ![]() Ezio’s been swept aside for custom-created characters, each brought to life using a marvellous Italian name generator. Set in the Italian Renaissance, Identity attempts to recreate the series’ signature sneaking-and-stabbing gameplay, shrunken down for shorter sessions. Assassin’s Creed Identity launched on iOS with the intent to be more like the full-blooded console releases, albeit with an RPG spin. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Galaxy 2 keeps the same planet-exploring gameplay style of its predecessor but brings Yoshi back to the party. Super Mario Galaxy 2 is one of the exceptions to this rule, as the first Wii game’s massive popularity and success made it an obvious candidate for a follow-up. Nintendo doesn’t generally make direct sequels to its games, as it tends to alter them in significant and fundamental ways with each release. Perhaps its only weak spot was its art style, which was meant to resemble a stage play but instead appeared almost lifeless in comparison to the other games. Instead, it introduced creative sub-bosses that you’d fight on your way to Bowser, along with more power-ups and crazy secrets that could allow you to skip a portion of the game. 3, the series went back to its platforming, enemy-stomping roots, but the game wasn’t a simple rehash of the original. 2, and it was one that not all fans could appreciate. Nintendo went in a very different direction with Super Mario Bros. And then, of course, there’s Yoshi - we fell head over heels in love with the green dinosaur and have Super Mario World to thank. Spin-jumping to save yourself from death became a staple for the series because of Super Mario World, and the game’s cheery visual and audio style can brighten anyone’s day. 3, its increased use of items and diverse cast of enemies make it, unlike any other Mario title. Though the game followed the same basic formula as the original game and Super Mario Bros. Naturally, Nintendo chose Mario to lead the charge and delivered the endlessly fun Super Mario World. The Super Nintendo Entertainment System had a lot to prove, as Sega had beaten it to the 16-bit market with the Genesis. The game’s gorgeous mix of realistic foliage with Mario’s classic cartoony frame makes it hilarious at every turn, as well, and Odyssey’s jazzy soundtrack and creative 2D segments make it one of the most inventive games in the series yet. The character “Cappy” allows Mario to turn into nearly any object, giving him dozens of new abilities and options for beating levels. Set in a series of large, open environments filled with platforming challenges and secrets, Odyssey is Nintendo platforming at its very best. Nintendo bizarrely chose to ignore the formula established in Super Mario 64 with future Mario games … or at least the company did before creating Super Mario Odyssey. Perhaps most importantly, however, is that it was the first mainline Mario game to star Charles Martinet - a role that has been iconic ever since. Super Mario 64 is one of the few 3D platformers from the 64-bit era that has aged gracefully, and it’s just as playable in 2019 as it was when the Nintendo 64 launched more than two decades earlier, especially now that it was included in the 3D All-Stars pack. Mario’s running, jumping, and flipping translates perfectly to the Nintendo 64’s polygonal visual style, with creative levels encouraging exploration and problem-solving in addition to traditional platforming. Making the jump from side-scrolling 2D to 3D platforming for Super Mario 64 was a risky move for Nintendo and the Mario series, but it succeeded in a way few other games ever had.
![]() ![]() Rather, you must employ stealth to get the job done. Unlike other real-time strategy games, you cannot approach the mission with guns blazing, shooting at anyone that moves. A typical mission will have a few objectives that must be completed for the mission to be a success. Your missions include such tasks as destroying certain buildings or objects, capturing a particular enemy soldier, and/or freeing a fellow commando, for example. It is just much tougher this time around so you really need to have honed your skills from the original game before jumping in here.įor those unfamiliar with the original game, the Commandos are a group of World War II era specially-trained soldiers that are known as the "Dirty ? Dozen." You are in control of all six commandos, each of whom specializes in a specific skill, but not all commandos will participate in each mission usually only three or four Commandos will be at your disposal. For the most part, if you played the first game, you know what to do here. One new addition that I did like was being able to grab an enemy and move them around at gunpoint. The enemies for the most part are the same, but there are also wild animals that can get in your way too which is kind of fun. Once again, Commandos Beyond the Call of Duty has you needing to make use of your commando’s abilities to complete missions. In all honesty, not a ton of new stuff was actually added here which is a bit of a shame and the stuff that was added did not exactly break any new ground. The Spy is kind of cooler in that he can steal uniforms and use them to his advantage. ![]() You do have a few new items such as smokes that you can leave out as a distraction and handcuffs to, well you know handcuff people. Some of the commandos do have a new ability that they can use. ![]() There is not exactly a ton of new content in the game. Mirrors:, ,, ,, upload.ac,, userscloud.These missions in Commandos Beyond the Call of Duty are hard as nails by the way! While this is a stand-alone expansion, I would not suggest you play this to see if Behind Enemy Lines is for you! This is made for people who are already experts at the original game. Plus new vehicles, buildings, weapons and 2 levels of difficulty will satisfy both Commandos veterans and new recruits. As the leader of a small elite unit operating deep within enemy territory, you will experience new challenges and goals with these new missions. You may come with experience of action ‘Behind Enemy Lines’ or perhaps you are just a rookie – whatever you are, you will be given the opportunity to push your daring and tactical ability to the limit. You have been selected for active service in the Commandos Corps, and must now mobilize in a series of 8 new dangerous missions. Study the enemy’s movements, develop a careful plan, synchronize your men, and launch them on a swift and fierce attack using all your power and skill. Clever strategy has never been so furiously action-packed. Send them behind enemy lines on a series of hazardous missions, and bring them back alive. From the shores of France to the heart of the Third Reich, strike fast from land or sea infiltrating hostile territories and conducting raids to disrupt the German war machine.Ĭommandos: Behind Enemy Lines is a real-time tactics game set in World War II that puts you in command of a small squad of elite troopers. ![]() Go covert into new environments based on authentic WWII locations: the heart of the third Reich, a northern European submarine installation, the headquarters of the Japanese army and more.Ĭommandos 3: Destination Berlin is a game of real-time tactics that places you in command of an elite unit of Special Forces behind enemy lines in the European theater of World War II. Take control of an elite group of commandos who must venture deep into enemy territory and utilize their combined expertise to complete a series of mission-based objectives. Commandos 2: Men of Courage is a tactical action/strategy game set against the backdrop of World War II. ![]() ![]() ![]() As many have mentioned, there are a lot of software packages available, and depending on the industry you work in or the company you work for, some may be preferred. Let me know if you have any other questions. Most other calculations are done either by hand, excel spreadsheets, or other very intuitive software in my experience. I would recommend you tackle a FEM program and that knowledge will transfer to any other program with minor changes. I have used Tekla Tedds for "hand calculation", proprietary manufacturer software (HILTI PROFIS, Simpson Anchor, etc.), RISA Connection and Foundation (an extension of RISA 3D), ShapeBuider, ConcreteSection, etc.įor other "simpler" calculations we use a lot of excel spreadsheets and Mathcad sheets (really good program to learn). The only difference you will see is some additional (or lack of) features that could be quickly learned.Īs per other software, again it varies a lot depending on what you are working on. I would suggest you learn at least one of them (probably RISA 2D or 3D) and you can apply that knowledge to any other program. No matter what software you end up using the concepts and way you create your model is exactly the same, they all use the same back end calculation method (via stiffness matrices). Currently, I do a lot of work with MIDAS Civil. ![]() Other great options I have seen are SAP2000 and ETABS. I would say, in terms of finite element analysis, RISA seems to be very popular for steel design. I have work in Industrial, Residential, and now bridges and have used a combination of multiple software. The answer varies greatly depending on what field within structural engineering you are planning to work. ![]() |
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