Neowin News Feed for: Soldier

United States Army considers dropping combat training for "cyber warrior" recruits

Christopher White — Thu, 01 Jan 2015 00:34:01 +0000

If you've always wanted to join the U.S. military as a security expert but lacked the ability to run ten miles with gear on your back, you're in luck as the Army may drop the requirement. Read more...

iPod Touch being adopted for networked warfare

Brad Sams — Mon, 20 Apr 2009 13:37:29 +0000

The United States military is taking Apple's iPod touch onto the battlefield. A report shows that the iPod Touch is perfect for "networked warfare" and that it will allow soldiers to be linked together... Read more...

Soldier of Fortune: Payback ships out to PC and Consoles

Todd Tanner — Wed, 14 Nov 2007 22:01:31 +0000

The Soldier of Fortune series debuts on the next-generation consoles with the release of Activision, Inc.'s Soldier of Fortune Payback, which is now available at retail stores nationwide. The game puts players into the role... Read more...

U.S. Soldier to star in America's Army sequel

Todd Tanner — Wed, 28 Dec 2005 01:06:39 +0000

FAYETTEVILLE, North Carolina (AP) -- The questions were unusual for Sgt. 1st Class Jerry Wolford: Did you play with GI Joe action figures when you were a child? What if you could be one? "Usually,... Read more...

Soldier of Fortune II 1.03 patch released

Michael Stanclift — Fri, 03 Jan 2003 05:34:47 +0000

New fixes and additional features abound in this latest patch for Raven's popular action game. Activision has released Soldier of Fortune II: Double Helix Update 1.03, offering gamers some much need relief... Read more...

Soldier of Fortune II Tweak guide

Marcel Klum — Mon, 11 Nov 2002 21:01:00 +0000

As if one hit sequel this year wasn't enough, Raven Software have released another sequel, Soldier Of Fortune 2 which has been similarly well received. Coming out with far more detailed graphics than Jedi Outcast... Read more...

Soldier of Fortune map files

Marcel Klum — Tue, 01 Oct 2002 18:18:58 +0000

Raven Software has released the map source files for the multiplayer maps in Soldier of Fortune, their previous mercenary first-person shooter. The package contains the sources for all Deathmatch, Control, Conquer the Bunker and Capture... Read more...

Soldier of Fortune II: Double Helix patch 1.02

Marcel Klum — Tue, 24 Sep 2002 06:32:04 +0000

Soldier of Fortune II: Double Helix is the much-anticipated sequel to the explosive FPS hit! Reprise the role of John Mullins: Weapons Specialist, Anti-Terrorist Mercenary, and "Military Consultant." A new and... Read more...

Soldier of Fortune II: Double Helix Patch 1.01

Marcel Klum — Thu, 11 Jul 2002 08:38:46 +0000

Soldier of Fortune II Map Shots

Marcel Klum — Mon, 24 Jun 2002 11:02:47 +0000

Soldier of Fortune II: Double Helix is the sequel to the groundbreaking hit. Based on the popular military enthusiast magazine, Soldier of Fortune II offers one of the most visceral FPS experiences ever. With even... Read more...

New version of e-mail scam purports to be from American soldier in Afghanistan

Darren Bolton — Thu, 23 May 2002 09:52:40 +0000

A new e-mail scam from a purported American ``Special Forces Commando'' in Afghanistan who needs help getting terrorist drug money out of the country is making the rounds on the Internet. The Secret... Read more...

Soldier of Fortune II: Double Helix multiplayer test

Marcel Klum — Thu, 18 Apr 2002 20:49:35 +0000

Raven Software and Activision have released the eagerly-anticipated multiplayer test for Soldier of Fortune II: Double Helix, offering the opportunity to try out their upcoming first-person shooter. This test includes one map called "The Shop... Read more...

Soldier of Fortune II Test

Marcel Klum — Sun, 14 Apr 2002 09:52:55 +0000

Next Thursday, FilePlanet, Raven/Activision and GameSpy will be exclusively releasing the brand new multiplayer test file for Soldier of Fortune II: Double Helix. News source: GameSpyDaily... Read more...

New Soldier of Fortune 2 Screenshots

Marcel Klum — Fri, 05 Oct 2001 08:07:20 +0000

Game publisher Activision has released crisp new screenshots from the first-person shooter Soldier of Fortune 2. According to the game publisher, the sequel will deliver "intense action and mind-blowing QUAKE III Arena-powered graphics." Featuring advanced... Read more...