SOCOM Blog Discussion Thread (10/07/05)

Nefarious · 09-22-2005

Might be a stupid question but I couldn't find it..

How/Where do you go to submit questions for Zipper to answer on the blog? Just E-mail Zipper or is there an actual E-mail address just for the Socom3 blog?

xSHORT YETIx · 09-23-2005

The BLOG Has Been Updated 9/23/05

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September 23, 2005
SOCOM 3 Goes Gold
With the launch of SOCOM 3 still a little more than two weeks away, the game has gone gold! Manufacturing has begun, which is good news for all involved because it means that October 11 is definitely the day the game will be available at stores nationwide.

So, THANK YOU to all that have already placed their orders for SOCOM 3 and to those planning on picking up on launch day. We can't wait to hear what you think and see you online soon!

diaz9220 · 09-23-2005

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September 23, 2005
SOCOM 3 Goes Gold
With the launch of SOCOM 3 still a little more than two weeks away, the game has gone gold! Manufacturing has begun, which is good news for all involved because it means that October 11 is definitely the day the game will be available at stores nationwide.

So, THANK YOU to all that have already placed their orders for SOCOM 3 and to those planning on picking up on launch day. We can't wait to hear what you think and see you online soon!

Does this mean that the game is finished?

Nefarious · 09-23-2005

Diaz, I am pretty sure it does.

Also, another update is now on the Blog.

September 23, 2005
Latest news on the SOCOM franchise
For those of you that may not be eSEALs, we wanted to post some of the information included in the latest eSEALs newsletter just to make sure everyone has the most up-to-date information on SOCOM happenings as possible.

There were a few minor updates/reminders embedded in the last newsletter that we'd like to highlight quickly:
SCEA will not be allowing players to reserve their online game name through a Web site as was done with previous SOCOM releases. All player names will be reserved through the online game only and all names will be awarded on a first come, first served basis. So, in our humble opinion, the best advice is to purchase the game early and get online to setup your account to ensure you get the name you most desire.
The next SOCOM Boot Camp that SCEA and the U.S. Navy are hosting near San Diego, CA will begin THIS weekend. Sixteen contestants have been selected and the preparations are being made to commence the competition which everyone else can view on their computers. SCEA will be filming the entire competition and will air webisodes of the camp on www.SOCOMHellWeek.com (which is not yet functional) beginning in late October.
For interested parties, the SOCOM eSEALs Web site has received a makeover. The new site will include a larger amount of downloads, more consistent updates, the continued offering of special missions, and hosting of clan tourneys. The new site should be accessible just before SOCOM 3 launches the second week of October.
SOCOM: U.S. Navy SEALs Fireteam Bravo for PSP will support Infrastructure and Ad Hoc mode for great multiplayer action. It will also feature over 35 authentic weapons and accessories. Possibly the coolest FTB feature is its connectivity to SOCOM 3 missions -- missions occur in the same timeframe and Areas of Operation. Certain mission objectives completed in one game can and will affect mission specifics and unlock special items in the other.

lorendorky · 09-25-2005

I have a feeling you will still die when hit in the chest or vital areas. I'm guessing there just aren't anymore kills via arm or leg wounds.

russell05 · 09-26-2005

Its amazing how people can find faults in something they haven't even played yet lol. Just like Zipper said the only thing you can expect is CHANGE

xSHORT YETIx · 09-27-2005

9/27 The Socom BLOG Has Been Updated

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September 27, 2005
SEAL History: Korean War to Present
As the countdown to the launch of SOCOM 3 breaks the two week barrier, we thought we would round-out our discussion of the steady evolution of the Navy SEALs as a part of the military. Our last history of the SEALs post took us to the time immediately following the Korean War and today's will take us to present day.

In January of 1962, in response to President John F. Kennedy's desire for the military to develop an Unconventional Warfare (UW) capability, the Navy established SEAL Teams ONE and TWO. The vast majority of the two teams were made up of members from the previously formed Underwater Demolition Teams who were already experienced with explosives and diving. The new teams also received training in safecracking, foreign languages, special weapons and tactics, martial arts and hand-to-hand combat. Under the new team structure, the SEALs were charged with executing counter guerilla warfare and other operations under cover in maritime and river environments.

Within four years, the newly formed SEAL teams saw their first combat action in Vietnam when a portion of SEAL Team ONE arrived to conduct their first mission. Overall, eight total SEAL platoons would take part in missions in Vietnam and, additionally, served as advisors for Provincial Reconnaissance Units and the Lien Doc Nguoi Nhia (LDNN), the Vietnamese version of SEALs.

SEAL teams would go on to see action in a plethora of other military movements over the years and, in 1983, all UDT Underwater Demolition Teams were re-designated as SEAL Teams or Swimmer Delivery Vehicle Teams (SDVT). SDVTs have since been re-designated SEAL Delivery Vehicle Teams.

Some quick SEAL facts:

SEAL combat effectiveness during the Vietnam War led them to be feared as "Devils with Green Faces" by the Viet Cong, spurning the often mythical seeming reputation they have to this day. SEALs also had a 250:1 kill ration during the Vietnam War.

By 2000, there were approximately 2,500 SEAL personnel actively assigned to units. SEALs have operated in Pakistanand Afghanistan as part of various missions including "Task Force 11" -- the tracking and hopeful capture of members of the Taliban and Al Qaeda leadership.

Approximately 250 SEALs were also active in the 2003 invasion of Iraq.

SEALs captured and held the Mukarayin Dam, about 57 miles from Baghdad, for five days in order to prevent the dam's destruction by forces loyal to Saddam Hussein, which would have flooded much of the city.

SEALs were also part of the group that helped rescue Private Jessica Lynch.

Pretty impressive if you ask us. We understand that you all want new information on SOCOM 3, and we're trying to deliver, but we still feel it is important to tip our hat to this amazingly unique and heroic portion of the U.S. Navy that has inspired a franchise that we all love.

c0mmand3r · 09-28-2005

UPDATE:

Link to promo video for Spike TV Ultimate Gamer

http://socomblog.typepad.com/socom/f...ocom_promo.mov

xSHORT YETIx · 09-30-2005

9/30 The Socom BLOG has been updated

http://www.socomblog.typepad.com/

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September 30, 2005
VH1 SOCOM Top 20 Video Countdown

Attention SOCOM gamers: Watch Vh1's Top 20 Video Countdown on Friday, October 7th at 6 p.m. ET to see your favorite videos counted down SOCOM style. Check out VH1 host Aamer Haleem as he visits Navy bases and aircraft carriers in San Diego. But most importantly, get the real 411 on SOCOM 3 from real Navy SEALs.

Also, lets not forget that we're now only 11 days away from the launch of the game. Let the countdown begin!

c0mmand3r · 10-02-2005

I forgot to update it for 9/30, but it is done now so no worries. Thank you Short for reminding me to do that. More BLOG updates to come within the next week .... or so we hope.