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  • The Hero Engine may have some growing pains

    The Gamasutra Article we linked to earlier has given us an interesting look at what issues can arise when developing a game the size of Star Wars: The Old Republic. During the Austin Game Developer's Conference, Bill Dalton, Technical Director for BioWare Austin, revealed some of the more unique challenges they have encountered while working with the Hero Engine.

  • GDC Austin - September 15-18, 2009

    The Game Developers Conference (GDC) has always been a fantastic source for those looking to get a start in the games industry and this year seems to be no different. This year's GDC will also be a great source for those looking to get a bit of insight on the development of Star Wars: The Old Republic. Bill Dalton - Technical Director, BioWare Austin will be hosting a session discussing the complexity of MMO development:

    Come and See the Elephant - Challenges Encountered Growing an MMO
    Speaker: Bill Dalton (Technical Director, BioWare Austin)
    Date/Time: Thursday (September 17, 2009) 1:30pm - 2:30pm
    Location (room): Room 18CD
    Track: Production
    Secondary Track: Programming
    Experience Level: Intermediate
    Format: 60-minute Lecture

    Session Description
    This lecture attempts to expose the full complexity of MMO development and delivery drawing heavily on the presenters experience in the field, most recently constructing the BioWare MMO. Strategies for coping with the difficulties raised by this complexity are presented.

    Takeaway
    Attendees will see an honest appraisal of the MMO problem space. Strategies useful for coping with complex work flow scenarios are presented. These strategies pertain to process and technology, as well as, people management.


    Bill Dalton's past work:

    Titles include AIR WARRIOR (Kesmai), ULTIMA ONLINE (EA), THE SIMS ONLINE (EA), and STAR WARS GALAXIES (SOE).


    Should be a good session for those who are able to get passes to attend.
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