News.
Release dates, announcements, and anything else worth noting. No PR fluff, no embargoed opinions. If it matters to people who actually play the games, it's here.
The important bit: GT Interactive Software has shipped Powerslide for Windows 95.
The important bit: Aureal Semiconductor released new A3D Drivers, Version 2.04. These drivers will work on any A3D sound card or PC.
S3 .18 Micron Design: S3 Incorporated and UMC Group announced they have successfully produced the graphics industry's first 0.18 micron design.
The important bit: Matrox released new drivers for the Matrox MGA-G200. This product includes a display driver and the Matrox PowerDesk for Windows 95/98 for the G200 only (including G200 PCI).
The important bit: Sierra released the demo for NASCAR Racing 1999 Edition. It creates an authentic racing simulation for drivers of all ages.
The important bit: Voodoo: Unlimited Power posted an interview with 3Dfx's Brian Bruning. In it they talk about a variety of subjects, but the main focus of course being Voodoo 3.
The important bit: GT Interactive Software announced it has reached affiliate label agreements with Sega PC and SegaSoft Networks, for the North American sales and distribution of PC titles from both companies.
The important bit: 3Dfx Interactive announced it has shipped more than 1 million Voodoo Banshee chips, the company's acclaimed high-performance integrated 3D and 2D graphics chip designed for mass-market applications, which began shipping in August.
Microsoft Releases Year 2000 Update for Windows 98: Microsoft announced it has identified and addressed minor year 2000 issues in the Microsoft Windows 98 operating system.
The important bit: Diamond Multimedia released new drivers for the Monster 3D II. These new drivers include DirectX 6 Drivers version 4.10.01.0205 with Glide drivers version 2.54.