MMO Updates |
- Leaderboard: The Repopulation vs. Origins of Malu
- Cryptic prepping new Champions 'mega-event'
- Xsyon aiming for wider audience on Steam's Greenlight
- ArcheAge to launch with subscription model in Korea
- The Stream Team: Broken resolutions edition, January 7 - 13, 2013
- Square teases full FFXIV Realm Reborn opening cinematic [Updated]
- The Daily Grind: What's your favorite non-combat feature?
- MMO Week in Review: Superhero spin-offs
- DCUO livestream shows off new Home Turf housing mechanics
- EVE Evolved: Fitting Minmatar cruisers for PvP in Retribution
- SilentFuture retools Earthrise's network layer, GUI, and gameplay
- Rise and Shiny: Deepworld
| Leaderboard: The Repopulation vs. Origins of Malu Posted: 07 Jan 2013 08:00 AM PST Filed under: Fantasy, Sci-fi, MMO industry, New titles, Opinion, Sandbox, Leaderboard  First up is The Repopulation, a game that features extensive city building, an entertainer skill set, and a bunch of other stuff that will probably remind you of Star Wars Galaxies. Next is Origins of Malu which boasts scary stalker AI, a gorgeous sci-fantasy aesthetic, and interesting takes on PvP and, gasp, possible permadeath! Today's Leaderboard asks which of these upcoming indie sandboxes you'll support. Cast your vote after the cut!  Ever wish that you could put to rest a long-standing MMO debate once and for all? Then welcome to the battle royal of Massively's Leaderboard, where two sides enter the pit o' judgment -- and only one leaves. Vote to make your opinion known, and see whether your choice tops the Leaderboard!Continue reading Leaderboard: The Repopulation vs. Origins of Malu
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| Cryptic prepping new Champions 'mega-event' Posted: 07 Jan 2013 07:30 AM PST Filed under: Super-hero, Business models, Events, in-game, Game mechanics, MMO industry, News items, Free-to-play, Champions Online  The "mega-event" will feature new adventures released every couple of weeks that include new missions and new items, and the festivities will eventually culminate in a custom alert. Cryptic is also touting its Grav Bike Arsenal lockbox. You'll find more info on that at the official Champions website.
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| Xsyon aiming for wider audience on Steam's Greenlight Posted: 07 Jan 2013 07:00 AM PST Filed under: Fantasy, MMO industry, News items, Xsyon, Post-Apocalyptic, Sandbox  Xsyon is "an entirely player driven online game with a living and changing environment." Gameplay involves the formation of tribes, the shaping of landscapes, and the construction of towns, not to mention variations on typical MMO questing, gathering, and hunting. [Source: Notorious press release]
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| ArcheAge to launch with subscription model in Korea Posted: 07 Jan 2013 06:30 AM PST Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, Business models, MMO industry, New titles, News items, ArcheAge, Sandbox  Steparu reports that the listed prices will change after the game's open beta test, while MMO Culture says that they're cheaper than Blade & Soul and comparable to the Korean version of Aion. The site also says that a cash shop "is expected to be added soon." Developer XLGAMES has issued no further comments on a western release of ArcheAge nor a possible western business model.
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| The Stream Team: Broken resolutions edition, January 7 - 13, 2013 Posted: 07 Jan 2013 06:00 AM PST Filed under: Polls, Massively Meta, Livestream, Miscellaneous, The Stream Team  I'm actually not doing too badly, relatively speaking. Luckily, some of my resolutions revolve around The Stream Team, so I have maintained my record on those. Experience crazy technical glitches? Check! Got that one rolling early on. Watch more Massively TV each week? Pfft, bring on something hard to do! Oh, here's one -- team up with another livestreamer for two hours of amusing antics? Well, you'll just have to check past the cut to see whether I succeeded at that one. And while you are there, let us know how long your resolutions held out. Continue reading The Stream Team: Broken resolutions edition, January 7 - 13, 2013
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| Square teases full FFXIV Realm Reborn opening cinematic [Updated] Posted: 07 Jan 2013 05:30 AM PST Filed under: Fantasy, Trailers, Video, MMO industry, News items, Final Fantasy XIV  The new stuff includes a couple of heart-pounding chocobo calvary charges, glimpses of the game's unique races, and plenty of scenic shots from around the lush fantasy world. Have a look for yourself after the break. [Thanks to William for the tip!] [Update]: Square has also sent out a press release revealing signups for A Realm Reborn's beta test. Continue reading Square teases full FFXIV Realm Reborn opening cinematic [Updated]
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| The Daily Grind: What's your favorite non-combat feature? Posted: 07 Jan 2013 05:00 AM PST Filed under: Lord of the Rings Online, Game mechanics, MMO industry, Opinion, Star Wars Galaxies, RIFT, ArcheAge, Sandbox, Age of Wushu  Upcoming titles like Age of Wushu and ArcheAge are adding new wrinkles as well, so for today's Daily Grind we'd like to hear your thoughts on non-combat MMO features. Specifically, which one is your favorite?  Every morning, the Massively bloggers probe the minds of their readers with deep, thought-provoking questions about that most serious of topics: massively online gaming. We crave your opinions, so grab your caffeinated beverage of choice and chime in on today's Daily Grind!
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| MMO Week in Review: Superhero spin-offs Posted: 06 Jan 2013 05:00 PM PST Filed under: Massively Meta, Week in Review, Miscellaneous  City of Heroes just doesn't seem to want to die quietly in a corner as instructed. This week, sources speaking under condition of anonymity leaked what they claimed were Paragon Studios' pre-shutdown financials, provoking a rare response and denial from the normally tight-lipped NCsoft. Undaunted if not entirely united, fans are proceeding with not one but two City of Heroes-inspired spin-off MMOs: The Phoenix Project and Heroes and Villains. Super-jump past the break for a look at the rest of this week's top MMO stories. Continue reading MMO Week in Review: Superhero spin-offs
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| DCUO livestream shows off new Home Turf housing mechanics Posted: 06 Jan 2013 04:00 PM PST Filed under: Super-hero, Game mechanics, MMO industry, Patches, News items, Free-to-play, Consoles, DC Universe Online  The duo explained a bit about obtaining and accessing DCUO's new superhero lairs, and they also pointed out that you don't have to be a paying customer to get some personal space. Free players will get a small apartment to call their own, while Legendary members will have more options and more available swank. The housing mechanics will debut with DCUO's latest DLC offering, Home Turf, which is scheduled to release in early 2013. Continue reading DCUO livestream shows off new Home Turf housing mechanics
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| EVE Evolved: Fitting Minmatar cruisers for PvP in Retribution Posted: 06 Jan 2013 03:00 PM PST Filed under: Sci-fi, EVE Online, Expansions, Game mechanics, PvP, Opinion, EVE Evolved, Guides, Sandbox  In the first two editions of this ship fitting series, I put together new ship setups for each of the Amarr and Gallente tech 1 cruisers. This week, I've been zipping about the universe at high speed in the Minmatar cruisers and putting together effective ship setups that can take down some huge prey. The Stabber has been transformed into a competent miniature Vagabond that can keep enemies at arm's length and nibble them to death, and the tanky Rupture remains a highly effective close-range brawler. The Bellicose now excels in an anti-tackler role, and the Scythe is a throwaway remote repair platform that uses speed to stay safe on the battlefield. In this week's EVE Evolved, I give PvP setups for the four recently revamped Minmatar tech 1 cruisers. Continue reading EVE Evolved: Fitting Minmatar cruisers for PvP in Retribution
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| SilentFuture retools Earthrise's network layer, GUI, and gameplay Posted: 06 Jan 2013 01:00 PM PST Filed under: Betas, Sci-fi, Game mechanics, MMO industry, New titles, News items, Free-to-play, Earthrise, Sandbox  Two years later, quite a bit of work has apparently happened, as the game's new publisher is gearing up for a reboot and stage one of its alpha test. SilentFuture says that it focused on fundamentals while retooling the game. Specifically, "a new network layer was implemented," and the original Flash-based GUI was replaced with a customizable HTML5 version. The firm is also "focusing [on] the RPG factor with third-person fast-paced action combat" that is "more cooperative and shooter-like." Finally, the business model is now fully free-to-play and funded by microtransactions that allow for personalization without "affecting the gameplay." There's no launch date yet, but you can sign up for an alpha/beta tester position at the game's official website. [Source: SilentFuture press release]
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| Posted: 06 Jan 2013 11:00 AM PST Filed under: Screenshots, Trailers, Video, Launches, Opinion, Free-to-play, Mobile, Mac, Casual, Rise and Shiny, Sandbox, Crafting  There are some issues with the game, and I have played enough indie titles to know how rough games can be when launch rolls around. So far, however, the issues are relatively minor and could be easily fixed. Continue reading Rise and Shiny: Deepworld
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