If anyone has a system that cannot work with UMOD files, like linux users, then check the downloads section now. Under the umod downloads you'll see a .zip version of the full and update files.

Have a nice day.

- JeT

The 1.3 version has been released. I also released an update to go from 1.2 to 1.3. It's a very small update because 1.3 fixed and added only a few things. I also started using UMOD technology and so it's now a lot easier to install. Just double click the file and it'll install all your files in the correct places.

1.3 now has the correct welcome message, it sounds much better than the current one. I also tweaked a few misc things, and fixed a few small replication issues. I also added an in-game clock on the hud. It'll show eclapsed time if there is no time limit, but if there is a time limit, then it counts down from that set limit. Enjoy.

- JeT

This server is not just a 100% KotH server, it runs many mods and gametypes. KotH is however in it's rotation. The map vote mutator allows you to vote for KotH. To connect to the server, add or connect to this IP: 62.93.201.51:8942

- JeT

For any Germans out there, there is a new German KotH: HQ site. This site is located at: www.kothmod.de.vu. The site will be getting some exclusive information and media from us, so be sure to check out their site!

On another note, I added another mirror for the 1.2 download. So if you still haven't gotten it yet, there is another option.

Also, somehow, by mistake, 1.2 got released with the old voicepack. Because this wasn't something to effect gameplay, I won't be re-releasing 1.2. The new voicepack that has the new welcome message will be in the 1.3 release. The current feature I've been working on for 1.3 is a trigger that will turn on when a team is on the koth point. This will let the mapper have any scripted event occur at the moment. Like an emitter, or a sound, or anything else that can be triggered by an event.

- JeT

The mapping guide has been updated to include images to show how to customize your own koth point radius. We will also be updating our maps to take advantage of it, and each map will have it's own custom radius that fits the map best.

Check out the new guide by clicking the Mapping Guide link in the sidebar.

- JeT

• Install the free dedicated server tool.
• Start command prompt.
• Now enter the following:

  C:\ut2003\UT2003Server\System\ucc server
  KH-Chaos_Hill?Game=KotH.Hive_KH?Difficulty=0?bAutoNumBots=True?NumBots=1?
  GameSpeed=1.00?WeaponStay=True?Translocator=False?FriendlyFireScale=0.00?
  GoalScore=400?TimeLimit=0?MaxLives=0?DoubleJump=True?PointTime=1

• Note that the above is typed in with no spaces or line breaks of any kind.
• Change C:\ut2003\...... to the path that you installed the server to.
• The words after \ucc server is the starting map.
• The rest should be just default properties until you reach DoubleJump.
• Setting DoubleJump to true lets you triple jump. False lets you double jump.
• PointTime is how long you must gaurd the koth point before your team gets a point.
  

- JeT

Go check out the downloads section. The full version is available, and so is the update.

- JeT

Just to show you that we have still been working, here are 4 screenshots from our 2 new maps coming out with your 1.2 release of King of the Hill. The 1.2 release should be coming out fairly soon. Mars made both of these maps. He is really getting very good at mapping! Props to em.

[ Check Screenshots Section ]

- JeT

The team is still alive, and we are still planning on releasing KotH 1.2. We have all the coding done for the 1.2 release, and we have a new welcome message from Ted. We were going to be also getting a new map from Ted, but he's been too busy. So we've just been taking a break and waiting. Since it's still not done, I think we'll be releasing 1.2 after I check everything is working well with the newest patch.

- JeT

Well, it's been 8 days. We haven't gotten a whole lot more in code updates, but we did get 2 more maps for the mod. We are also going to be replacing the current welcome to koth message with one that Ted has made. I am still waiting on the voice, but he will get it to me soon.

Also, our modeler that was going to be re-modeling the hammer ran into a problem. He is being enrolled into the army and is un-able to be active in the team anymore, so that idea is no longer in action at the moment. And finally, I would like to just let you all know that we WILL have an update version available, so you won't need to all download a huge file again. Both will be in .zip format, since the installation program we had turned up some bad installations with different systems.

Here is the updated list:

—————Updates from 1/30/03—————
· 2 New maps
· Changed welcome message
· MISC bug fixes and tweaks, very small ones
—————Updates from 1/22/03—————
· Shoulder lights are back into the game
· The extra side by the radar (ping, team) was removed
· The team and personal score is there again, with the KotH hud
· FIXED the dedicated server bug
· Lowered the chat position text
—————Updates from 1/18/03—————
· When you have 15 health or lower you bleed excessively
· Players are notified when a player is bleeding excessively
· Gaurd message time lengthened
· Hill Hammer tweaks
· Edited some message properties
—————Updates from 1/17/03—————
· Hill Hammer primary recharge time is now only 1 second
· Hill Hammer will take more fall damage
· Hill Hammer will push enemy further on a none-charged primary fire hit
· Hill Hammer shield regen's faster and takes more damage
· Spectator Cam following distance changed from 8 to 11 units
· Death is now in slomo and low gravity. (Very matrix like)
· Dead bodies stay around a little longer
· Increased dodge distance a tad
· Changed some message wording

- JeT

Updated the change list.

—————Updates from 1/22/03—————
· Shoulder lights are back into the game
· The extra side by the radar (ping, team) was removed
· The team and personal score is there again, with the KotH hud
· FIXED the dedicated server bug
· Lowered the chat position text
—————Updates from 1/18/03—————
· When you have 15 health or lower you bleed excessively
· Players are notified when a player is bleeding excessively
· Gaurd message time lengthened
· Hill Hammer tweaks
· Edited some message properties
—————Updates from 1/17/03—————
· Hill Hammer primary recharge time is now only 1 second
· Hill Hammer will take more fall damage
· Hill Hammer will push enemy further on a none-charged primary fire hit
· Hill Hammer shield regen's faster and takes more damage
· Spectator Cam following distance changed from 8 to 11 units
· Death is now in slomo and low gravity. (Very matrix like)
· Dead bodies stay around a little longer
· Increased dodge distance a tad
· Changed some message wording

- JeT

I am aware that there is a major issue with running a dedicated server with the King of the Hill mod. Basically, what will happen is that the score won't increment. So for 1.2, if you're running a dedicated server it'll automatically be set to 2 seconds per a point. This way you guys don't need to go through any hassle getting a dedicated server up.

Also, the new Hammer Hill model might need to wait till 1.3, because 1.2 has some new stuff that I'd really like to get out to you guys. And also, the dedicated server fix. So 1.2 MAY be coming within the next week or 2.

- JeT

Updated the change list.

Yes, 1.1 just came out, but I really got excited over the amount of online 1.1 players I've seen. So it gave me the dedication to start work on 1.2. And this time there WILL be an upgrade patch available for download. As well as full version. Here is the current change list:

—————Updates from 1/18/03—————
· When you have 15 health or lower you bleed excessively
· Players are notified when a player is bleeding excessively
· Gaurd message time lengthened
· Hill Hammer tweaks
· Edited some message properties
—————Updates from 1/17/03—————
· Hill Hammer primary recharge time is now only 1 second
· Hill Hammer will take more fall damage
· Hill Hammer will push enemy further on a none-charged primary fire hit
· Hill Hammer shield regen's faster and takes more damage
· Spectator Cam following distance changed from 8 to 11 units
· The enemy notification font will be one point large. (from -3 to -2)
· Death is now in slomo and low gravity. (Very matrix like)
· Dead bodies stay around a little longer
· Team skins are no longer used. Must rely on the enemy notification system now. :)
· Increased dodge distance a tad
· Changed some message wording

- JeT

I played in about 4 KotH servers online yesterday with about 15-16 people. Fun times. If you'd like to see a screenshot of a 6 person game (1 bot) then click here.

Also, the KotH mod is now on the CSport.net game stats site. You can check out that site here. And it also gives the top KotH players. I'd like to give a shout-out and props to =KeX=Ramrot for being the #1 KotH player at this current time.

- JeT

I have recieved a couple of emails saying that the .exe file won't install the koth mod to the right places if the game is not installed to C:\UT2003 folder. So I have now uploaded a .zip version. Please us it if you have ut2003 installed in a different location. An asterisk (*) indicates a .zip format.

- JeT

I told ya it would be coming soon. Well now it's here. :) There will be more mirrors coming soon. At the moment the only mirror is offered by filefront. Soon there will be one for fileplanet and hopefull aodmeagain.com. Check the download page to grab it. This time it is packed into an auto installer. Just give it the root ut2003 path and it does the rest.

Overlord packed that up. See info in Mod Team section.

- JeT

1.1 is coming very soon. Maybe today, maybe tomorrow. I doubt much longer than that though. Here is the updated change list for 1.1

—————Updates from 1/15/03—————
· The Hill Hammer has a new skin
· The Hill Hammer acts as a pusher and shieldgun. No more damage delt
· The 3rd person emitter was fixed on Hill Hammer
· 1 New map has been added. 10 total maps in 1.1
—————Updates from 1/10/03—————
· There are now 4 random kill messages
· There is now a guard message showing last person to touch koth point
· There is a new blue-ish circle that rotates around the koth point with the yellow one
· Changed some text colors
· The starting messages aren't sent to the console every second
· A new start-up menu for the game (optional)
· Tweaked the scoreboard a little
· Tweaked the chat system a little
—————Updates from 1/9/03—————
· The new holding rule (explained above)
· 2 new maps
· 4 maps tweaked for 1.1
· Shield Gun renamed the Hill Hammer
· Sheild Gun primary fire particle effect changed
· Tweaked the dodge a bit
· Changed the wording of some of the messages displayed

Also, Overlord has joined as a beta tester / "auto installer" maker. :)

- JeT

Now here is yet another idea oxygen has given me that is also now in-game. The Hill Hammer now acts kinda like the push force in Jedi Knight II. It does no damage but gives a great pushing effect. Great to push big crowds off koth points.

It still has shield, and with the boost you can now give yourself without getting hurt at all, we might be able to make some kooler secrets in maps now. In 1.2 be prepared for a completely new weapon model!

To see a screenshot of the gun click here.

Also, oxygen has now officially joined the KotH team as a mapper / skinner / modeler. :) Jack of all trades. :) And on another note, I'll be updating the progress report tomorrow with full list all all features with the new ones, and also I'll be removing all old screenshots and replacing with new ones.

- JeT