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| Warhammer Online Newsletter! |
| The official Warhammer Online newsletter has just been launched on the official website at http://www.warhammeronline.com . The newsletter itself will contain all the latest news on the game as we as a few exclusive items just for our lucky readers. The first newsletter will be sent out at the end of this month so make sure you don't miss out!
Warhammer Online |
| RPGDot 2003 Awards: Best MMORPG Expansion |
| Most good games get an expansion, unfortunately some bad games get them too. But here we have only room for the best as chosen by our visitors.
MMORPG Dot |
| Caeron 3000 News |
| Magique Productions, Ltd. is seeking groups interested in running Caeron 3000 fan and guild sites. The first 25 people to create and maintain an active C3K fan or guild site will receive a FREE copy of the Caeron 3000 Basic Rulebook and 10 slots in future Alpha and Beta Testing for Caeron 3000 Online. E-mail tscott@magiqueproductions.com to submit information about your fan or guild site to qualify for the free book and alpha/beta testing slots.
Caeron 3000 |
| World of Warcraft (Part II) |
| During my initial tour of World of Warcraft, it was the game's Associate Designer, Jeff Kaplan, who had control of the keyboard and mouse. He was using his own characters to take me around the different lands of Azeroth as he explained the ins and outs of the game's content, item, and quest systems. Thank goodness I had my trusty digital voice recorder with me, because I'd never have been able to remember any of it. Put simply, even while Kaplan was regaling me with the wonders to come, all I wanted to do was get my hands on the game and actually play.
Gamespy |
| World of Warcraft Q&A |
| Some great reading here: "More questions and answers have come from the Blizzared camp and are as follows..."
RPG Forum |
| New Official Warhammer Online Press Kit |
| The Origin of Humans - Get it while it's hot!
WOL Warcry |
| RPGDot 2003 Awards: Most Anticipated MMORPG |
| In 2004 there will several MMORPG's that will see the light of day. These are the three that are anticipated most by you, the voters.
MMORPG Dot |
| Warhammer Online EXCLUSIVE screenshots from Warcry |
| Towns and villages across the land give refuge to the citizenry of the land. Not only as a way point for weary travelers. But also as a place for farmers and merchents to come together and sell their wares and share stories or sing songs of valor.
WOL Warcry |
| Thesa Online Review at WarCry.com |
| Thesa is a game that both surprises and disappoints. Built to run in China, the requirements are quite minimal. 466Mhz Celeron, 64MB RAM, Windows 98, Direct X 8.1and to run on dial-up! It's 2-dimensional framework, so-so UI, and horrible audio effects belay a game with rich gameplay.
Warcry.com |
| Review Profile: Anarchy Online: Shadowlands |
| Back in April of 2001, I was addicted to a little known game called Everquest. I played it non-stop, even called in sick to work just to play it. A friend of mine asked to check out this new game called Anarchy Online that had just reached beta test. After signing up and getting into the beta, I gradually realized that I was no longer addicted to Everquest and found all my spare time was being used to immerse myself into the science fiction world of nanos, implants, and a travel system known as the grid. The story line, dynamic missions created just for me or my team, new and wonderful looking creatures, areas that were absolutely beautiful and a soundtrack that could not be matched by any current game out at the time was enough to make me cancel my Everquest account and start playing Anarchy Online at release.
Game Club Central |
| TKO Software Announces Ashen Empires Public Beta Test |
| TKO Software, Inc. has announced the launch of a public beta program for its MMORPG "Ashen Empires." From today, all subscribers can download a free beta license of the game at www.ashenempires.com. The retail launch of Ashen Empires is scheduled for March 2004. Ashen Empires will be launched under the TKO Value brand to offer MMORPG gamers a socially engaging online fantasy world of action and adventure. The new game is being developed from the technology behind AsylumSoft's "Dransik," an MMORPG acquired by TKO Software in 2003. The public beta program will be launched from TKO's new 6,000 square foot data center, providing significantly greater bandwidth and performance. There will be a range of enhancements to the beta version of the game and its interface as well as an increased level of customer support.
Yahoo Biz |
| Mythica HQ Editorials - Swordplay |
| So from all of this we can see that swords have a safe place in the game of Mythica. Besides we've seen very impressive images of a scimitar, Dwarf sword, two handed sword and a 'Gauntlet' sword; and screenshots of both male and female warriors using it against not quite so impressive Huldrefolk. It looks good so far. But the effectiveness of the sword as a melee weapon depends on far more than the weapon itself. As any competent swordsman knows, the use of a sword in combat requires another skill, equally as important. Grappling.
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| New Map at MythicaHQ.com |
| Lila Yee, Mythica Community Relations Manager, has posted a new map of a Private Realm at Mythica HQ. The map shows a battle plan of Giants and Corrupted humans against Human Vikings and other Aesir Defenders. A translation of the text in the map is provided in the link.
Mythica HQ |
| RPGDot 2003 Awards: Biggest MMORPG Disappointment |
| Some games we play are worse than we ever anticipated, some are exactly what we expected and some take us by surprise. This award is for the games that took us by surprise and are way better than we expected them to be.
MMORPG Dot |
| Anonymity in Middle-Earth Online |
| Balancing realism and fun game-play is one of the greatest challenges in game development. The right amount of realism can immerse players in the game experience, and give them a more enjoyable experience. On the other hand, too much realism can quickly become boring. After all, who wants to play a simulation of the same boring things we play games to escape? Our job as developers is to factor in both concerns and achieve a balance that is fun and immerse. This month we’re proud to announce a feature for MEO that we think achieves this balance perfectly.
Middle-Earth Online |
| EQ: Ask SOE #12 |
| Welcome back to another edition of Ask SOE! Mark “Deathstryker” Norris has again sat down with Steve “Moorgard” Danuser to answer some of the burning questions that EverQuest II fans about the upcoming SOE title.
EQ2 Vault |
| RPGDot 2003 Awards: Best Graphics in an MMORPG |
| Graphics, some need the best looking game out there and some couldn't care less. But this is not about how good the game is, this is about how great it looks and how stunning it is at times.
MMORPG Dot |
| RPGDot 2003 Awards: Best Atmosphere in an MMORPG |
| Every good game has an atmosphere in which the player feels comfortable and in which the player almost can feel that he or she is part of the experience. A game can have stunning graphics or awesome sound, but without a decent atmosphere it won't last very long. And here are the games which are known to give this experience.
MMORPG Dot |
| Mythica Editorial: On Computer and Tabletop RPGs |
| I love computer games. I cut my teeth on the original Wizardry and Ultima games back on my Apple II+ (and that's ignoring "Adventure" and "Earthworld" and similar Atari titles...) I loved the Bard's Tale. I was at one time a Diablo II junkie and currently I am caught up in Gothic 2. It puzzles me, though, to hear people referring to these games as "roleplaying games" and comparing roleplaying in computer games (cRPGS) to tabletop roleplaying games (tRPGs) such as Dungeons and Dragons, or Vampire: the Masquerade. Roleplaying in a computer game? Yeah, right...kind of like crying in baseball.
Mythica HQ |
| Exclusive Photos from Warhammer Online! |
| The Old Worlde. A place of mystery and adventure. A place of joy and sometimes a place of terror. As the forces of Law battle the encroaching forces of Chaos. The people of the land need a safe refuge, where they can find hope for the future. Where the priests of Sigmar can give hope and succor to those affected by the war that has washed across their world with unrelenting force. Come to the Cathedral, join with your fellows and pray with them for deliverance from the Evil that infests the land...
WOL Warcry |
| SWG: Guide to Factories |
| Factories are useful, efficient structures that can be used by any character who makes items for sale. If it can be crafted, it can be made in a factory. Factories allow you to free up time you'd otherwise spend grinding out products by hand. While your factory is busy producing items for you, you can be doing something else.
SW Vault |
| City of Heroes Diary, Volume 7 |
| With the intriguing project slated to launch later this year, NCsoft Producer Brian Clayton discusses the objectives for a critical phase, the current initial beta.
RPG Vault |
| EverQuest II: What Does a Community Manager Do Anyway? |
| Welcome to the inaugural edition of my EverQuest II blog. I suppose I should begin with an introduction so that you're clear on who exactly will be blogging you (hmm, that sounds like a felony) in the weeks and months ahead.
PC IGN |
| EQ: Exclusive Alan Crosby Q&A |
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Exclusive Alan Crosby Q&A. The new Community Manager sits down to talk about his new job!
EQ Vault |
| Dragon Empires Q&A #40 |
| To kick off the new year, Codemasters' Peter Tyson goes over the online world's current status, beta plans and more.
RPG Vault |
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MMORPG Spotlight: Meridian 59 by Khimera | |
| A press release by Near Death Studios last week really got some game buzz going. The announcement causing all the talk? Make sure you're sitting down… Near Death Studios has concluded the purchase of Meridian 59, the first 3-D MMORPG, from 3DO. Near Death Studios, founded by former developers of the game, intends to put the Meridian 59 service online and grow the Meridian 59 franchise. ... |
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Camelot vs. Asheron: This May Be the Greatest Myth. by Ravenshroud | |
| You’ve scoured the websites reading forum after forum. You may have even broken down and bought both games just to see which is better. So after all the debate, the heated arguments, the powerlevelling, and the dyed clothing a winner has finally emerged……… You! It’s not the classic chicken and egg argument. ... |
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What Do We Really Want From DAOC? by Santa Ravenshroud | |
| Done to the Twelve Days of Christmas! Don't miss this wonderful little Christmas ditty by our very own 'Santa Ravenshroud.' If this doesn't get you into the Christmas spirit, nothing will! Take a break, get some eggnog, and read (or sing)! - Twelve Brand New Weapons I have the sword, you have the dagger, he has the bow, and she has the mace. I guess we’re ready. ... |
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MMORPG Spotlight: Dragon Empires by Khimera | |
| Imagine a fantasy world of magic with hundreds of lands, where clans fight to survive and to rule magnificent cities spread across five different empires. Now, imagine that these cities that are guarded and controlled by dragons. In the second quarter of 2002, Codemasters is scheduled to introduce this fantastic world to PC MMORPG players. The world of 'Dragon Empires. ... |
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The Future by Dreamryder | |
| Lets look into the future a few years shall we? In the future console gamers are all networked together on their own private network. People are so hungry to make money playing video games they are fighting with companies over selling virtual property, peanuts Competing in online tournaments for cash is the next step. ... |
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MMORPG Spotlight: Endless Ages by Khimera | |
| Can four guys working day and night for four years produce a game that is innovative and sophisticated enough to compete in today’s MMORPG market? Well, the gaming world is set to find out in February 2002 when ‘Endless Ages’ is released. Avaria, a company that consists of only four people, is producing Endless Ages. Aaron Boucher is the Founder/Owner and lead programmer. ... | |
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MMORPG Spotlight: Project Entropia by Khimera | |
| Far, far from Earth, the planet Calypso was discovered by an unmanned space probe - launched from Earth many years before. As was its function, the probe left behind robots programmed to prepare Calypso for colonization. The humans should have had an easy time getting settled in once their colonization transport arrived at Calypso. ... |
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MMORPG Humor: EverQuest NPC Names by Khimera | |
| Not only is EverQuest a great game for playing, it’s a great game for humor! In case you haven’t noticed, the EQ world is full of an amazing number of NPCs with names that are entertaining and show that the developers have a great sense of humor, and obviously stay up way too late and partake of way too much caffeine. ... |
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EQ Mini Q&A #4 We're back! Another of our bi-weekly Q&As with Alan VanCouvering, as this Friday is the original EverQuest's turn to get a quiz. |
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Gamebunny Slip off your shoes, make yourself some pancakes, and settle in! David, your friendly neighborhood gamebunny, is your Master of Ceremonies at Gamebunny. Here you'll find features, news, screenshots and more! |
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MMORPG Bid The MMORPG Auction Supercenter! A new site for players who want to buy/sell game items online. |
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GameOgre.com Covers all aspects of Internet Gaming with such features as articles on MMORPGs, reviews, and interesting facts. |
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| Dark Age of Camelot |
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By Mythic Entertainment. Set in Europe's mythological past, Camelot incorporates Arthurian legends, Norse mythology, and Irish Celtic lore. Players choose which realm to serve during character creation: noble Albion, brutal Midgard, or mystical Hibernia. Each realm has unique character races and classes, such as elves, trolls, and highlanders. Once chosen, the player's character will serve that realm forever. Once the character has gained in power, he or she will be asked to defend the realm from invasion and to go on raiding parties into other realms. |
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| EverQuest: Shadows of Luclin |
| Prima's Official Strategy Guide is a valuable tool to guide you through this unreal world. Only PRIMA can provide vital maps, strategies, and detailed information on each aspect of the game. |