Many Happy returns from Myself.

I hope you have a very good day Mike, don't work too hard.  Fob it all off to Chuck and Chris

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Represent PFF! w00t.

Sageking: Well in a nutshell, I graduated USC in Los Angeles, Go Trojans! Have been playing RTS games all my life, since C&C Tiberian Dawn. After college I did some work in China, then some PR work for gaming companies in Los Angeles, and now I’m here at Petroglyph supporting our awesome EAW community! I’ve always been quite active in various gaming communities, mostly RTS.

2. Is this your first job in the game industry?

Sageking: This is indeed my first job ‘specifically’ in the gaming industry, though as mentioned earlier, I have done PR work (Public Relations) for video game clients before.

3. When/How were you first learn about this job at Petroglyph?.

Sageking: Found this job on gamasutra.com, and was like ‘hey! I can do that!’ Funny thing is Petroglyph is made up mostly of ex- Westwood Studios and I had applied there when I was 13 yrs old and a huge Command & Conquer fan.

4. What are some things you do on a daily basis at Petroglyph?

Sageking: My daily agenda changes all the time, as things change so quickly in this industry. But the staples of my job are keeping the community informed via mailings/forums about Petroglyph news and vice versa. Believe it or not, Petroglyph always wants to hear about what you guys are up to! Also, planning events (contests/tournaments), interviewing staff/community members (podcasts/community spotlights), conducting meetings with community leaders, writing press releases/game updates, meeting media contacts (i.e. IGN/Gamespot interviews), and getting our upcoming Petroglyph Community Site setup are all often on the to-do list.

5. Do you have any recommendations for those who want to join the gaming industry?

Sageking: First off, find out what you love to do. In any industry, the more you understand about your own interests, the more you know about how you’ll fit your unique contribution in the big picture. If you love modding, it would be a nice transition into game programming. If you like creating new unit models, perhaps a modeler or artist role will be better. Find your niche, know your interests. The next step is to build your network. Find your favorite companies and start talking to them via forums, emails, etc… You’d be amazed in the interest level that devs have for fans. We do make these games for you guys J The more people you know in the industry you want to be in, the more doors will naturally open up.

6. Any closing comments or information?

Sageking: Keep up the good work modding! I’m quite confident many of these mods will increase the replay value tremendously! We will be launching our Petroglyph Community Site soon, so stay tuned to petroglyphgames.com.

I for one am glad we get to learn a little more about the man who has taken charge of leading this community.

Before the time when EaW was born a small team of Westwood explorers try to enjoy theyr free time and explore the past history of their desert land.

They look into Las Vegas history :

Las Vegas has a rich history and geography that includes Indians, early pioneers, snowcapped mountains, mining, railroads, ranching, spectacular rock formations, mining, gambling, mobsters, nuclear testing, mining, wild horses, rivers, lakes, and last but not least, mining. Mining for silver and gold, that is. Las Vegas in 1952. The town was still small back then, but the "Strip" was beginning to grow. Ever since construction workers moved to Las Vegas, it just hasn't stopped growing. Now there are plenty of adventures available right in town -- even if you aren't yet 21 years old. However, the miniquests dealt with here have to do with adventures in the surrounding wilderness.

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They also explore the Wilderness :

Looking at a map of the area surrounding Las Vegas reveals place names such as Deadman Canyon, Green Monster Mine, Opal Field, Fossil Ridge, Robber's Cave, Fort Pahute, and Gold Butte. How can anyone resist exploring these sites?In addition to sight seeing around Las Vegas, there is the opportunity to explore old mining claims, ghost towns, and even participate in a bit of gold panning.A few of these adventures have been documented here in the hopes that you may find them amusing.

I believe the best places in the EaW will be the deserts.

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Developer BIO

Michael Legg worked for Electronic Arts - Westwood Studios (formerly Westwood Associates) from 1986 to 2003. In April of 2003, he co-founded Petroglyph (www.petroglyphgames.com), with partners Steve Tall and Joe Bostic. Petroglyph is a Las Vegas-based game development company. Mike has worked on the Atari ST, Commodore Amiga, PC DOS, PC Windows, PC DirectX, Microsoft Xbox, and Sony PlayStation 2 platforms. He has worked on the following games for Westwood:

Lead Programmer: EA/Westwood’s next, to-be-announced Command & Conquer RTS title (Electronic Arts), Pirates: The Legend of Black Kat (Electronic Arts), Blade Runner (Virgin Interactive Entertainment), Monopoly CD-ROM / Internet (Hasbro Interactive), The Legend of Kyrandia 3: Malcolm's Revenge (Virgin Interactive Entertainment), The Legend of Kyrandia 2: Hand of Fate (Virgin Interactive Entertainment), The Legend of Kyrandia (Virgin Interactive Entertainment), Circuit's Edge (Infocom), California Games (Epyx), Roadwar Europa (Strategic Simulations, Inc.), Roadwar 2000 - Strategic Simulations, Inc.), Phantasie III (Strategic Simulations, Inc.)

Programmer - Technologies, Libraries, and Tools: Command & Conquer: Tiberian Sun (Platinum Edition) (Electronic Arts), Command & Conquer: Sole Survivor Online (Westwood Studios), Command & Conquer: Red Alert (Virgin Interactive Entertainment), Lands of Lore: Guardians of Destiny (Virgin Interactive Entertainment), Command & Conquer (Virgin Interactive Entertainment), Toonstruck (Virgin Interactive Entertainment), Lands of Lore: The Throne of Chaos (Virgin Interactive Entertainment), Dune 2: The Building of a Dynasty (Virgin Interactive Entertainment), Eye of the Beholder II: The Legend of Darkmoon (Strategic Simulations, Inc), Eye of the Beholder (Strategic Simulations, Inc.)

Lead Designer: Pirates: The Legend of Black Kat (Electronic Arts), The Legend of Kyrandia 2: Hand of Fate (co-lead) (Virgin Interactive Entertainment), The Legend of Kyrandia - (Virgin Interactive Entertainment), Circuit's Edge (Infocom)

Michael Legg is also known as:

Mike Legg

Michael B. Legg

MobyGames Auto-Generated Summary *:

Michael Legg was credited on a game as early as 1990 and as recently as 2002. His/Her career probably spans more years than those displayed since these dates are based on the credits documented in MobyGames (which are incomplete). Michael Legg has been credited with the roles Programming, Sound, Design and Support. Michael Legg has been credited on games developed by the following companies: Westwood Studios, Attic Entertainment Software and Avalon Interactive. This does not imply employment by these companies. Michael Legg is also a MobyGames user.

Games Credited

Pirates: The Legend of Black Kat (2002), Electronic Arts Inc.

Command & Conquer: Tiberian Sun: Firestorm (2000), Electronic Arts Inc.

Command & Conquer: Tiberian Sun (1999), Electronic Arts Inc.

Blade Runner (1997), Avalon Interactive

Command & Conquer: Sole Survivor Online (1997), Westwood Studios

Lands of Lore: Guardians of Destiny (1997), Avalon Interactive

Toonstruck (1996), Avalon Interactive

Monopoly (1995), Hasbro Interactive

Legend of Kyrandia: Malcolm's Revenge, The (1994), Avalon Interactive

Realms of Arkania Vol. 2 - Star Trail (1994), Fantasy Productions

Legend of Kyrandia: Hand of Fate, The (1993), Avalon Interactive

Legend of Kyrandia, The (1992), Avalon Interactive

Circuit's Edge (1990), Infocom

I think Mike has done more RTS games than Brett and his list is much bigger that Brett's one. Much better for EAW I mean.

I'm happy that they are working together are you ?

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A current bout of mild weather combined with a forecast for cold weather in the near future, prompted us to adventure forth on another miniQuest while the good weather lasts. As we were researching where to go, we stumbled upon information for Devil's Hole and Ash Meadows. The area boasted of gigantic dunes, desert springs, exotic wildlife, and Devil's Hole. That settled it, Ash Meadows was the destination for this trip.

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Summary:

The walls got taller and closer together. So tall and close that they began to touch over our heads. The path got so narrow that it was wide enough for only one person to pass at a time. If that wasn't enough, the light vanished and flashlights were needed.

 

 

Was this safe? Would it rain and flash flood fill the canyon? What was that sound? It was spooky.

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Hi Ismael,

 

As of last night, we put all the final touches on our EAW demos for E3. We’re just about to leave for Los Angeles – a one hour flight from Las Vegas. The demos are ready. Everyone is happy and healthy. Morale is high. I got a lot of rest last night, and am refreshed. Of course, now I’m WAY WAY WAY behind on all my e-mail because of EAW. Just so you know, everything is looking and running beautifully.

 

Thank you for all your support and friendship that you guys have given us – we so appreciate it. When I get back from E3, I’ll get right on those interview questions. Keep an eye on the gaming sites for E3 updates on EAW. There will be a lot more to talk about after we get back from the show.

 

In the meantime, have a great week. Please give my best to everyone – ..... I’ll send you an e-mail as soon as I get back to the office. ....

 

May the Force be with you !

 

-Mike

 

Michael Legg

Lead Programmer - Star Wars: Empire at War

President - P E T R O G L Y P H

7355 Prairie Falcon Road

Las Vegas, Nevada 89128

the "...." are edited by me since they are directly addresed to my familly.

May the force be with Petroglyph also ! They will need it. Let us concentrate and pray for them ! Any good thought will count my friends !

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Summary:

On January 1st, 1998 a group of explorers journeyed in search of what may lie west of Jean Nevada. They discover mine shafts, an X-Files communication station, the Green Monster Mine, and cans cans cans. This is the true story of that adventure.

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Summary:

What lies north of Las Vegas (other than the Nuclear Test Site)? We wanted to know the answer to that question. We wanted to know right now! We quickly gathered a group to explore. Due to the short notice we had a small group and small groups have the advantage of being able to easily change their trip plan mid-trip. This turned out to be good because the only item on our trip agenda was to see if we could reach Dead Man's Canyon, that according to the map, was located to the north of Las Vegas within a large area marked Desert National Wildlife Range. The area we wished to explore was relatively near Las Vegas, so we decided to start a bit later than some of our other adventures. After a quick breakfast we depart northward along highway U.S. 95. According to the map, there were two roads we could choose to take. One led to the Indian reservation and the other led to Corn Creek. We reached the Indian reservation road first, but it was paved and looked entirely too tame for us. We proceeded to the next turn off and thankfully, it was a dirt road. The adventure begins.

See all the adventure here :

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