NEX - a video walk through

NEX is not an easy game to understand initially, so we have made a YouTube annotated video walk through of level 4.

This shows how the game is played, what strategy this mission needs and gives a clear idea of the unique mixture of first person action, tactical ordering of your squad and quick thinking that is required to complete the first of many tough missions.

NEX release date - September 1st.

NEX has finally been cleared for release by Apple and will now be launched on the App Store round the world on September 1st.

Apple's approval took longer than we expected, but thankfully the wait is over.

Black Mamba Racer Update.

Work has nearly completed on a long awaited update for Black Mamba Racer. The update adds a new section called ProTracks, consisting of 4 brand new tracks along with much enhanced and toughened AI. Races on these tracks will represent a real challenge to those who have successfully completed the current Black Mamba tracks, and only the most skilful racers will be victorious.

We expect to submit this update to Apple next week.

NEX Trailer being well received.

24hrs on and the internet has been doing what it does so very well, spread information! We’ve had some great coverage from websites all over the world including this very nice one from Touch Arcade.

Forum threads are springing up as people begin to enthuse, speculate and comment about NEX. The feedback so far has been very positive and judging by some of the comments coming in on our Twitter page, some of you are very excited indeed.

StarByte Facebook Group

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New Starbyte Website Live.

The new website is live now. The new Blogger driven news page and the integration of over 100 social networking sites and a similar number of RSS feed readers means no matter what your preference of website or newsfeed, we've got it covered.

You can visit the Starbyte website HERE.

The NEX Trailer.

Here is the full trailer for NEX. Out very soon on iPhone & iPod Touch.

NEX Update - On the Glide Path - Submitted to Apple Today.

Internal testing went well – a couple of bumps here and there, but nothing that couldn't be worked out. Which meant that we could submit the final version of NEX to apple for Q&A today. This is a big deal to us, we have effectively gone gold today. Hoorar ! This marks the end of many months work by the team and while we are not quite on the ground yet, we are on the on the glide path and looking good on approach. Providing no last minute issues arrise during Q&A with Apple, NEX will be released very soon. Keep checking back here or follow our Twitter for the latest information and news.

New Starbyte Website Nearing Completion.

The new website is almost done. A few minor things to tidy up here and there, mostly cosmetic now. I'm very happy with the functionality of the site and how its all come together over the last few days. The new Blogger driven news page and the integration of over 100 social networking sites and a similar number of RSS feed readers means no matter what your preference of website or feed, we've got it covered. You can even subscribe to us on iTunes now.

NEX Video completed

The dramatic video trailer for StarByte’s latest game, NEX, was completed today. For an exclusive preview, click HERE.

Draft Website Prototyped

The first draft of StarByte’s new website was previewed today. The new site in addition to giving unique information on StarByte’s products, also gives full integration to leadng social networking sites, such as Facebook and Twitter.

Audio Mastering & Final Mixdown

I thought some of you might find a few images from the final audio mixdown session for NEX interesting. We used Adobe Audition for the mastering work. I've been a fan of this audio editing package for many years. In fact before Adobe bought out a small company called Syntrillium software, the package used to be called Cool Edit Pro. Keep and eye on the Starbyte news page, we will soon be posting some sound clips and effects from NEX for use as ring tones etc.

Mastering Levels.

Multiband Compression.

The many layers of 1 of the flamer sound effects.