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InstantActio LiveCast - Back Around 4

Hey everyone!

We had to cut the livecast a little short today. Don' worry though - we're going to be back and kicking more cat around 4 PM PST.

More sights and sounds from the PAX floor!

InstantAction @ PAX! LiveStream #1

Hello PodCat Lovers!

Today is IA's first day at PAX!

You can listen to our live Podcast today from 2 PM PST to 3(ish) PM PST!

(PLEASE NOTE: We'll try to keep this as PG-13 friendly as possible, but no promises!)

You can catch it live here:

http://www.ustream.tv/channel/instantaction-live-chat

Make sure to tell your friends!

If you don't manage to make the live chat, don't worry! We'll have it uploaded later!

PaxCat! - Podcast 13.5

We're on the road to PAX!

Get your red-hot update about the IA/GG crew and our epic journey to Seattle!

Download PaxCat.mp3

Alternate Format^* - Download PaxCat.ogg

_{* Will not play without additional software}

PAX Swag Attack!

Here are the many treasures that you may receive if you stop by the InstantAction booth at PAX.  Supplies are limited so get there fast.  If you miss out you'll always have these images to remind you of what you could have had.

You can also head on over to the forums for a chance to win some of the swag.

Legions shirt is awesome!


Fanny PAX 08!


InstantAction Cup of Noodle Shirt


We will not be giving this one away.

InstantAction Wallpaper

An artist for InstantAction Jason Frasier has created this sweet desktop for PAX so we felt it only appropriate that we share it with everyone.  Grab it and enjoy it.

Click to grab the full size image.

InstantAction PAX Afterparty

Are you going to be at PAX?  If so, be sure to stop by the InstantAction booth to pick up a flier for free admission and drink to the InstantAction PAX Afterparty.  We'll be there ready to party with Gridlock who has had music featured in Dance Dance Revolution 4 and DDR Ultramix.  Pick up a flier and check it out at the show for all the info.

 

Podcast The 13th

Preview on the road to Pax!

Featuring the mail bag, Didi and Ken - pro laugher

Download podpax.mp3

Wii Tennis Tourney at PAX

Sign up at the booth to play Dylan, the 2008 Wiimbledon Champion, Saturday and Sunday 2-4pm. We’re so sure he’s the best Wii Tennis player around that we’re offering a $500 cash prize to be split by anyone who beats him (which means that if you and only you beat him, it’s all yours).  In the spirit of good competition, we’ll match our $500 cash prize with a $500 donation to Child’s Play – Penny Arcade’s charity of choice.

The Future of Rokkitball

From Rokkitball Developer Justin DuJardin:

"Starting with the next release, we will be debuting our new monetization strategy for Rokkitball.  This is a good deal for everyone involved, and we've worked hard to make sure of it.   Please read and understand all the information here before jumping to conclusions.   

Users will be able to play Rokkitball for FREE every day, on ANY of the 4 maps, not just Gauntlet.  The catch is that a user will only be able to play a certain number of games per day if they play for free. 

If users wish to play more than is allowed for free, they may purchase a rental that allows them to play unlimited number of games per day, called an ActionPass.

FreePlays :
Every 24 hours, Rokkitball users are granted (n) FreePlays (likely 3-4/day), that allow them to play (n) games of Rokkitball free of charge, on ANY map.  This is the FREE aspect of the game.

* Players are given a certain number of games on ALL MAPS per day
* This number will be tweaked to amount to slightly less than 1 hour per-day
* FreePlays cost you nothing and are refilled every 24 hours
* FreePlay users may play against ActionPass users

ActionPass :
Users may rent a pass to play unlimited numbers of games for the period of that pass.  This is called an ActionPass and is treated as a rental of the game. 

* 1 Day ActionPass = 75 ActionTokens (no USD equivalent)
* 1 Month Rental = $3.99 USD (includes an 80 ActionToken "bonus" when purchased)
* 12 Month Rental = $11.99 USD (includes an 240 ActionToken "bonus" when purchased)

* Players are given unlimited numbers of games on ALL MAPS per day
* ActionPass users may play against FreePlay users

But I've already purchased content, what about me?

The devil is in the details, and oh man what details we have for you.   In order to remain in equity with users that have already purchased content and supported RB, anyone who has purchased ANY content for RB prior to this release, will be granted a Lifetime rental of the game.   That is they will be granted a rental that does not expire as long as the game remains available on the site.  Once this goes live though, this grandfather clause will go away, so go purchase your content today!

Additional Content
* Any content that does not affect someone's ability to play the game is considered Additional content
* All Additional Content is purchased, not rented.  Once you purchase it you can use it with FreePlays or ActionPass
* Heads
* Jersey Patterns
* Team Color Packs

I've missed information here undoubtedly, so instead of jumping to conclusions, please ask questions about this that you would like answered [in the forums]. "

Legions Wallpaper

Chris Flanagan (Legions and Rokkitball Artist) whipped up this awesome wallpaper.  Now it is being shared for your enjoyment as well.  Set it as your desktop and watch as your friends say, "Whoa, what's that awesome artwork from?"

 

Click to enlarge and save image as to get the full size.

- Dr Wiley