Firaxis new secret 3D project? Mark! Find out what! :doitnow!:

[Zealot]

I was wasting my time at Gamasutra and found this in the Jobs Section:

3D Game Programmers

Be the driving force behind the 3D graphics on Sid Meier’s team in one of our secret titles as it emerges from experimental prototype into full development. This 3D position demands an industry veteran to develop the exciting look and feel our games require.

The ideal candidate will have strong 3D engine knowledge and experience as well as the creativity and research skills to see and invent that which does not yet exist. This is a lead role with overall responsibility for the 3D graphics of the title and will work closely with our tools group to extend and adapt our NetImmerse™ based game engine to the specific needs of the game.

Programming Qualifications


4+ years C/C++ programming in a professional environment

Full working knowledge of Direct X 8.1

Experience working with Microsoft Visual Studio

Experience developing on the Windows platform using the Win32 SDK

General Qualifications

BS or higher in Computer Science, Engineering, Math, Physics or related field

Solid 3D engine knowledge and experience in the game industry

Strong Math Background

Ability to explain quaternions and Euler angles to management types

We are seeking self-starters that thrive on team work, a constant challenge, and the pressure of deadlines. We offer a studio-based working environment, competitive pay and excellent benefits. (No cyber positions available!)

http://www.gamasutra.com/php-bin/jobs_display.php3?job_id=1084

So, what's their next project?
Make an interview! Make some blackmail! But Apolytoners need to know!!!

Please?

[Solver]

You got to ask the Jewish guys for it . I've just contacted some people, and an Israeli spy-plane is being sent to Firaxis HQ.

It's SMAC 2, about which I've been speaking for about 8 months now.

[MrWhereItsAt]

3D SMAC2?

/me drools on keyboard

Start the rumours now!

[Solver]

Uhh, I'll still stick to Civ 3.

[Apocalypse]

Yes. Seems Sid is finally interested in doing a sequel for a game with his name on it.

[Solver]

We need Markos to apply, so that he sends up reports .

Well, it's a real shame Sid didn't work on Civ 3. If he did, the game would be almost perfect. However, this might really be something that Sid will work on.

[Zealot]

Originally posted by Solver
It's SMAC 2, about which I've been speaking for about 8 months now.

I've never heard anything from you about it, though...

Anyway, we want to know details!

[Solver]

I never said there is a SMAC 2 game I'm developing, Zealot, and you never asked either .

[Immortal Wombat]

SimGolf 3D

[MarkG]

it's also here

http://www.firaxis.com/jobs_openings2.cfm

[Solver]

Oh mighty Markos, tell us what is it.

[MarkG]

http://apolyton.net/misc

[Solver]

Hehe, you better had mentioned me. Remember me 8 months ago in the staff room screaming there's SMAC 2?

[Panag]

Originally posted by Solver
You got to ask the Jewish guys for it . I've just contacted some people, and an Israeli spy-plane is being sent to Firaxis HQ.

It's SMAC 2, about which I've been speaking for about 8 months now.

hi ,

spy-plane shot down when crossing international border , ....

US government say's , its friendly fire , ........

allright , there has been some talk on a Japanese site , ...mainly fed by a couple people from Hong-kong , they have been in the gaming news "gossip" for years , ....

sometimes they are wrong , sometimes not , ....

there is talk that civ4 shall be more like a one person game , the player(s) would walk the game , ....like a shooter , but way more complicated .
there has been talk since about feb of this year about SMAC 2 .
there has been talk about a total different way of civ3 .

a whole load about things , but no-one can really tell for sure , .....

anyway , the above are only talk's , ........;

have a nice day

[MarkG]

ha! i dreamed of playing smac2 with a 32-bit 3d engine 2 years ago!