Platinum Arts Sandbox has come out with their 2.4 Release of their great game design software as of 10/6/09!! Right now it's only available for PC but a Mac version is said to be on the way. And here's a list of some of the new features included with 2.4.....
In the new release of Platinum Arts Sandbox Game Maker includes new fire particle effects in 2.4 RC 1. Check out the preview video!! And check out Sandbox Game Maker
In the game of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince™, players will return to Hogwarts™ to help Harry survive a fraught sixth year. This Game is now out and can be bought at any game store or online at amazon for a good price.
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