1.7 Update for SWAT 3: Elite Edition Now Available —01/30/01
Sierra has released the 1.7 Update for all versions of SWAT 3: Elite Edition for free download. Version 1.7 introduces the following changes:

• Shooting accuracy is improved while moving.
• Long-range pistol accuracy has been reduced.
• Chat support is enabled between "dead" characters.
• After a multiplayer session, players return to that session's starting room when they choose "Call-Up."
• Additional Sierra-sanctioned mod missions (Autoshop, Garage, Library, Post Office) are supported in the Scenario Editor.
• Player preferences (weapon, ammunition, skin, camouflage) are automatically saved.

"And the Best Tactical/Shooter of 2000 Drool Award goes to...SWAT 3: Elite Edition!" —01/24/01
"Thanks to its extreme realism and excellent gameplay..." SWAT 3: Elite Edition got the Gamer's Depot pick for Best Tactical/Shooter Game of 2000! "The games were picked for their fun, graphics, replayability, and multiplayer."

SimHQ Rolls Out The Red Carpet —01/17/01
...and gives Elite Edition their Best Tactical Game of the Year Award for 2000. The development team and Sierra are honored to receive this great award.

PC Strategy Games Takes on SWAT 3: Elite Edition —01/16/01
"The best just got better," according to PC Strategy Games, who awarded SWAT 3: Elite Edition with a 90% rating last week. Check out the full review with commentary from writer Barry Ryan.

Elite Edition Reviewed on Computer Interest Radio Show —01/10/01
General Protection Fault, a weekly computer interest radio show, has posted their review of SWAT 3: Elite Edition. The review was broadcast live on KUAC 89.9 FM (Fairbanks, Alaska). An archived broadcast is available from the General Protection Fault website in RealAudio format. Reviewer Tracy Rogers gives the game his "highly-recommended" rating.

EE gets nominated for Best Action/Tactical Game of 2000 —01/09/01
The Gamepen PC Award Nominees have been announced, and SWAT 3: Elite Edition is among the nominees. Check them out!

Rod Fung Comments on 2.0 Update —01/04/01
In a brief interview on Adrenaline Vault, producer Rod Fung outlines several of the changes coming in the SWAT 3: Elite Edition 2.0 update. The update will be released as a free download during the first quarter of 2001.

3D Action Planet Reviews Elite Edition Demo —01/03/01
In Greg "G'money" Gorham's SWAT 3: Elite Edition demo review he spends some time talking about the gameplay, interface and more. "Download this one. It's definitely worth a look," says Gorham. Download the SWAT 3: Elite Edition demo from FilePlanet.

Elite Edition Debuts on HP's Top 10 Downloads at #4 —01/02/01
EE is ranked #4 on the Happy Puppy Download page. The demo has all the features of the full version and the infamous "nightclub" mission. If you haven't downloaded it yet, then click on the "Get Demo" button above or go to IGN and make sure you give it a try! You can go at it offline with four AI officers, or go online for 5 person Co-operative play

Tactical Games Relaunches Site —01/02/01
TacticalGames has relaunched their site for 2001, introducing a new downloading system, new forums, and a totally new design. The site features the Weapon Information Database, a series of HTML documents that detail the the weapons, munitions and weapon add-ons found in SWAT 3: Elite Edition.

SWAT 3, Elite Edition is Tactical Game of the Year —12/19/00
Gamespy has described SWAT 3: Elite Edition "a tactical masterpiece," naming the game as the Gamespy Tactical Game of the Year.

GA-Sim headquarters turns in SWAT 3 performance review of 98% —12/14/00
Here's the summary checklist from the article:

1. Does it advance the genre? Yes. It's got the best AI, graphics, and gameplay in its genre.
2. Does it offer anything new? Yes, fully blown editing tools, easy mod integration, and revolutionary AI.
3. Does it offer a decent amount of gameplay? Yes. With the new multiplayer capabilities and editing tools, this game has some VERY long legs.
4. Is the product relatively bug free? Yes.
5. Does the documentation thoroughly explain the game? Yes. The game's manual includes information on the communication systems, their use, and other needed pieces of information.
6. Does this game have any features to keep it from getting outdated? Yes. Multiplayer capability and a full suite of editing tools.
7. Is the game worth the retail price? Yes.
8. Is the game FUN? YES! It's so much fun it's almost criminal.

Virtual law enforcement expert shares tactics —12/14/00
Terence "Baron Samedi" Leong of the Pan-Asian Gaming Network offers a short, favorable review of SWAT 3 and shares some strategy tips for both single- and multiplayer, complete with screenshots.

Notes from Debriefing with SWAT 3 Associate Producer —12/14/00
PCShooter.com has posted the transcript of its recent Q&A with Cade Myers, the SWAT 3 Associate Producer, who discusses the improvements to Elite Edition already underway. Find out when the enhanced multiplayer will be available and what new options you can expect; then adjust your tactical plans accordingly.

The Mushroom gives a statement —12/11/00
The Mushroom takes back everything bad it said about SWAT 3 in their recent review: "Much to my delight, SWAT 3: Elite Edition fixes everything I didn't like about the original, and improves on what I did like tenfold. If you passed on this game the first time, I urge you to go get Elite Edition...." Case closed.

We've collared more good reviews —12/8/00
There's so many good reviews for Elite Edition, the holding cell's packed. Read on:

GamersDepot: "If you don't already have SWAT3 then there's no ifs, ands or buts about it, get this game!"
Avault: "SWAT 3: Close Quarters Battle changed the face of the first-person tactical genre, and the Elite Edition polishes it to a near mirror shine."
Games Domain: "The original version of Swat 3 was in itself superb but it's the extra features in the Elite Edition which make this a must-have."
GameRaiders: "This is a very strong offering from Sierra Studios" Overall score: 93
PlayNow: "I highly recommend grabbing SWAT 3: Elite Edition. It scores a GGG in my books. Genuine Gaming Goodness."

Attention, all units. Elite Edition Demo released. Downloads in progress —12/15/00 5:53:22 PM
You've read the excellent reviews; now play the demo! Four suspects who fled the scene of a home invasion have holed up at the Phoenix Nightclub. Lead a team of AI officers to bring them to justice, or cooperate online with up to five other players. The demo outfits you with all the weapons and multiplayer features of the full game. And you will be playing the full game. Giving away this much fun should probably be illegal.

GA-Sim headquarters turns in SWAT 3 performance review of 98% —12/14/00 2:48:58 PM
Here's the summary checklist from the article:

1. Does it advance the genre? Yes. It's got the best AI, graphics, and gameplay in its genre.
2. Does it offer anything new? Yes, fully blown editing tools, easy mod integration, and revolutionary AI.
3. Does it offer a decent amount of gameplay? Yes. With the new multiplayer capabilities and editing tools, this game has some VERY long legs.
4. Is the product relatively bug free? Yes.
5. Does the documentation thoroughly explain the game? Yes. The game's manual includes information on the communication systems, their use, and other needed pieces of information.
6. Does this game have any features to keep it from getting outdated? Yes. Multiplayer capability and a full suite of editing tools.
7. Is the game worth the retail price? Yes.
8. Is the game FUN? YES! It's so much fun it's almost criminal.

Virtual law enforcement expert shares tactics —12/14/00 2:48:10 PM
Terence "Baron Samedi" Leong of the Pan-Asian Gaming Network offers a short, favorable review of SWAT 3 and shares some strategy tips for both single- and multiplayer, complete with screenshots.

Notes from Debriefing with SWAT 3 Associate Producer —12/14/00 2:46:46 PM
PCShooter.com has posted the transcript of its recent Q&A with Cade Myers, the SWAT 3 Associate Producer, who discusses the improvements to Elite Edition already underway. Find out when the enhanced multiplayer will be available and what new options you can expect; then adjust your tactical plans accordingly.

The Mushroom gives a statement —12/11/00 6:39:33 PM
The Mushroom takes back everything bad it said about SWAT 3 in their recent review: "Much to my delight, SWAT 3: Elite Edition fixes everything I didn't like about the original, and improves on what I did like tenfold. If you passed on this game the first time, I urge you to go get Elite Edition...." Case closed.

We've collared more good reviews —12/8/00 12:57:41 PM [WON]penhead
There's so many good reviews for Elite Edition, the holding cell's packed. Read on:

GamersDepot: "If you don't already have SWAT3 then there's no ifs, ands or buts about it, get this game!"
Avault: "SWAT 3: Close Quarters Battle changed the face of the first-person tactical genre, and the Elite Edition polishes it to a near mirror shine."
Games Domain: "The original version of Swat 3 was in itself superb but it's the extra features in the Elite Edition which make this a must-have."
GameRaiders: "This is a very strong offering from Sierra Studios" Overall score: 93
PlayNow: "I highly recommend grabbing SWAT 3: Elite Edition. It scores a GGG in my books. Genuine Gaming Goodness."

The quality police are on the case —12/4/00 4:50:11 PM
Elite Edition has been consistently scoring hits with the critics. Games Domain, Tactical Arena, Sharky Games, Games First, and Gamers Depot have all handed out high ratings to this tactical-action masterpiece.

Eurogamer recommends SWAT assignment —12/4/00 3:27:33 PM
With comments like "The first thing that strikes you is that SWAT 3 is a great-looking game, far surpassing anything we've seen from the Red Storm (Rainbow Six) team to date," how can you stay away? The review gives the game a 9 out of 10 rating, and sums up as follows: "I couldn't recommend your acquisition of this game any more [strongly]."

Historic SWAT case reopened —11/30/00 1:55:14 PM
Please be advised of a SWAT 1 mission sighting for Elite Edition. Report to the scene of the classic "Lucy Long" Mission now — it's all there, from Lucy's house and character to the actual music and dialogue used in this infamous SWAT 1 scenario.

CGW Editor's Choice for January 2001! —11/28/00 3:03:24 PM
Computer Gaming World, the leading industry magazine, gave Elite Edition four and a half out of five stars and their prestigious Editor's Choice Award. The first major gaming award citation of the new millennium sums up as follows: "…Swat 3 Elite Edition is CQB [Close Quarters Battle] gaming at its finest." See page 148 of the issue for all the minor details.

Neoseeker finds what it was looking for in SWAT 3 —11/28/00 2:22:49 PM
It's hard to embellish praise this high, so we won't even bother trying. Here's a clip from the recent Neoseeker review that scored Elite Edition at 92%:

Swat 3: Elite Edition is icing on the cake for a top-quality single-player game that was begging to have multiplayer capability. If you were one of the early dissenters who refused to buy the game because it didn't have multiplayer, now is the time to repent and purchase Swat 3: Elite Edition. For those who already own Swat 3, Elite Edition is an absolute must-download.

SWAT.de interrogates creator of Armed Forces mod —11/15/00 4:12:40 PM
The team over at SWAT.de recently interviewed GurkoZ, creator of the amazing Armed Forces mod. The mod description is in German but the transcript of the chat with GurkoZ is in English. Scope it out.

Go, Go, Go Read Three More Killer Reviews —11/10/00 11:11:21 AM
Three new sites report in on SWAT 3: KillerGaming, Game Over and Techextreme.

Stomped and Gamespy report a hit —11/9/00 3:05:41 PM
Stomped and Gamespy have cleared the scene and reported that the effort to take SWAT 3 multiplayer was a huge success. Stomped summed up as follows:

Even with the five-player limit in multiplayer, SWAT 3: Elite Edition is still a must have. With all of the benefits of the original game and (almost) none of its failings, Sierra has [turned] a good game into a truly great one.

There's nothing much to be disappointed with in SWAT3. The fixes and additions have added to the game's goodness, and its multiplayer mode is top-notch.

Bang and clear and climb the ladder! —11/8/00 2:52:35 PM
The Xtreme League 2000 site has put together a SWAT 3 ladder for both clan and lone-player rankings. To sign up, go to the site and choose Ladders from the menu on the left.

New characters now secured within Adrenaline Vault —11/2/00 6:54:54 PM
Five new SWAT 3 characters inspired by a certain blockbuster science fiction movie have been placed in the Adrenaline Vault, and are free to all-comers. When you're playing these sinister agents, try to remember that it's all just a computer simulation…

Multiplayer raves from CheckOut.com —11/2/00 4:19:55 PM [WON]penhead
In a CheckOut.com exclusive, Chris Jensen reviews SWAT 3: Elite Edition and gives the game high marks. Here's a quick burst: "When Sierra finally announced their intentions to release a multiplayer upgrade, I was all a-bubble with anticipation. The upgrade has finally arrived and all of my expectations have been satisfied … [multiplayer] is what we've been waiting for, and the wait has been worth it … Great work, Sierra."

Need some backup? Call 10-David. —11/2/00 3:48:35 PM [WON]penhead
Finding your progress arrested? Our friends at 10-David have posted walkthroughs for the Elite Edition missions that will help you apprehend success.

IGN turns in a good report on Elite Edition —11/2/00 2:25:15 PM
IGN gives the Elite Edition upgrade a commendation for great communication features and new levels and sums up with high praise:

In the end, I can't say enough good things about SWAT 3: Elite Edition. It's got everything to keep gamers happy for the long haul and it's just what the doctor ordered for SWAT 3. If you like realistic shooters and haven't played SWAT 3 yet, you owe it to yourself to pick up Elite Edition. And if you're already a fan of SWAT 3, what are you doing reading this review? Get on with the downloading, fool!

Happy Puppy laps up Elite Edition —11/2/00 12:05:22 PM
A recent Happy Puppy review gives high marks to Elite Edition, citing the game's great multiplayer functionality, mod support, graphics and new missions. Here's their summary:

With Swat 3: Elite Edition, Sierra has come through like David Justice in the Yankees' final game of the American League Championship Series, delivering an MVP-caliber performance.

Collar and cuff four new missions —10/25/00 4:26:17 PM [WON]penhead
We've created four new missions for your criminal apprehending pleasure. You'll find the Library and Post Office missions at IGN PC, and the Auto Shop and Parking Garage missions at Daily Radar. Now, go take down those bad guys.

Secure patch 1.6.6.0 —10/20/00 4:51:07 PM
The latest multiplayer patch (1.6.6.0) will upgrade all previous versions. It includes all the changes and updates from 1.6.0.0, and also addresses the following:

• Extended entries in chat windows could cause line scroll to stop.
• Client hang when connecting to WON.net. This would result in the client having to Ctrl-Alt-
• Delete to reinitialize the game.
• Lag in Operations menu screen when Host would change some mission parameters.
• Sound related crash that could drop clients from chat rooms.
• Scenario Editor incompatibility with Windows ME (an unsupported OS) and memory usage issues on all operating systems.
• Added Mission M (Phoenix Club) to Scenario Editor.

Apprehend the SWAT3: Elite Edition Upgrade —10/13/00 12:49:39 PM [WON]penhead
Owners of the original SWAT 3 can upgrade their software to include SWAT 3: Elite Edition's multiplayer feature and toolkit — free of charge. Apprehend the upgrade on our Support page.

Rod Fung Gives Exclusive Interview —10/13/00 12:36:09 PM [WON]penhead
The lead producer and developer of SWAT3: Elite Edition gives an exclusive interview to Stomped.

Elite Edition Weapons Revealed —10/13/00 12:35:28 PM [WON]penhead
Tactical Games has released 34 screenshots that reveal the new weapons unique to Elite Edition.

Previews from the Beta Press Builds have been released! —10/13/00 12:34:55 PM [WON]penhead
After an intense evaluation by Gamespy and SimHq, SWAT3 EE has passed with flying colors!

SWAT3 Utility Released —10/13/00 12:29:27 PM [WON]penhead
The SWAT3 Mod Manager 1.0 has been released by Jey Kottalam, better known to regular readers of the SWAT3 forum as Nutz4Linux.

Elite Edition Previewed —10/13/00 12:28:45 PM [WON]penhead
10-David.com, IGN, and Daily Radar have recently posted in-depth previews of SWAT3: Elite Edition.