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- Eden Eternal now in open beta
- Runes of Magic launches Chapter IV
- Black Prophecy Gameplay – First Look HD
- Classes revealed for Scarlet Legacy
- Lucent Heart open beta begins
- Fantasy Online
- Fallen Earth to go Free to Play
- Aion
- Aion Gameplay – First Look HD
| Posted: 16 Jun 2011 09:16 PM PDT Eden Eternal’s open beta has now begun, with new updates since closed beta ended Sunday night. The new content includes a boost from 40 to 50 for the level cap, two new classes (Shaman and Blade Dancer), and six new dungeons in the new level range. A new contest will also reward players with a chance to win one million AP if they reach level 30 by July 1. Eden Eternal is published by Aeria Games, who also publishes Kitsu Saga, Grand Fantasia, and Dream of Mirror Online.  Eden Eternal Gameplay Screenshot Source:
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| Runes of Magic launches Chapter IV Posted: 16 Jun 2011 09:03 PM PDT The latest expansion for Runes of Magic, Chapter IV: Lands of Despair, is now live. The expansion allows players to choose a third class (for free), and raises the level cap to 67. New content includes four new regions, over 300 new quests, two new instances, a new public encounter, and new server-wide battlefields. The mount and pet storage has grown, and new runes are also introduced. Runes of Magic is published by Frogster, which also publishes Mythos Europe.  Runes of Magic Gameplay Screenshot Source:
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| Black Prophecy Gameplay – First Look HD Posted: 16 Jun 2011 02:08 PM PDT To Learn More about the game check out our Karma Online Page.Black Prophecy is a 3D sci-fi themed MMORPG published by Gamigo – the same company behind Martial Empires, Dungeon Empires, Golfstar, Loong, and War of Angels. Gameplay wise, Black Prophecy is a bit like Eve Online (especially interface / appearance wise) except with a bit more emphasis on action. The game has gorgeous graphics and a good variety of missions to keep players busy. To learn more about Black Prophecy check out the official MMOHut Black Prophecy page which includes a detailed review, tons of screenshots, and additional videos. |
| Classes revealed for Scarlet Legacy Posted: 16 Jun 2011 12:58 PM PDT The four classes of Scarlet Legacy have been revealed today. These classes are: * Warrior: Wears heavy armor. Uses Spear, Mace, and Hammer. Can block and take damage to help his allies; has a higher defense and moderate attack. * Assassin: Uses Sword, Dual-Wielded Swords, and Two-Handed Swords. Can conceal themselves, and use multi-combo attacks while using elementals and explosions to cause heavy damage. * Monk: Has the highest HP. Uses Claw, Fist Weapons, Bracers. Can become specialized in attacking or healing, as well as using spells with their attacks. * Mystic: Uses Flute, Lute, Zither. Magic and music attacks that specializes in distance attacks with high damage. Scarlet Legacy will be published by GamesCampus, which also publishes Legend of Edda, Heroes in the Sky, and Shot Online. They will also be publishing Asda 2.  Scarlet Legacy Gameplay Screenshot Source:
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| Posted: 16 Jun 2011 12:34 PM PDT Lucent Heart’s North American Open Beta has been announced to begin this coming Tuesday, June 21 – but the servers are open today for previous beta players. The open beta will be “no wipe,” meaning players can start early and keep their characters. The open beta will feature a host of GM sponsored events, including Q&As, community events and competitions, the chance to win stickers, and regular invasions on the main city of Thereall. Lucent Heart is published by Gamania (beanfun), which also publishes Hero: 108 Online.  Lucent Heart Gameplay Screenshot Source:
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| Posted: 16 Jun 2011 11:04 AM PDT Fantasy Online is a browser-based, point-and-click adventure MMORPG sporting some of the weirdestwriting and dialogue around. Featuring a very basic interface and gameplay, along with humorouscontent filled with gamer culture inside-jokes, Fantasy Online is at least worth taking a look at. Those who play it on Facebook earn extra features, like fellowships and gifts!  Publisher: Pixelated Games Pros: +Humorous dialogue +Low end browser requirements makes it easy to run on most computers Cons: +Stale combat +No gender option in character creation
Overview Fantasy Online OverviewIn Fantasy Online, players create a generic, genderless character, and then set off into the world to define themselves as they see fit. While characters gain levels through the standard method of killing legions of NPC enemies and doing basic quests, upon leveling up they are free to distribute stats as they see fit among four primary statistics: Agility, Stamina, Strength, and Intelligence (AGI, STAM, STR, INT). Players then buy skills and abilities from a skill trainer to define their character. Each skill has a stat and level requirement that must be fulfilled before purchase. Fantasy Online Screenshots          Fantasy Online Featured Video Full Review Fantasy Online Full ReviewBy B. Olivia Well, this one is pretty simple. Fantasy Online is a flash-based MMORPG you can play right out of your browser, and links in with facebook nicely. If you do play it through facebook, you can exchange gifts between friends, and form fellowships, much like many other facebook games. FO isn’t a very complicated game, as I state before, it’s simple. Extremely simple. In fact, I’m not sure a game can get any simpler without degenerating into Pong or Tetris. Sometimes, though, simplicity is just what the doctor ordered, and for those of you looking for a basic, point-and-click adventure you can play in the office when your boss isn’t looking, Fantasy Online just might be what you need. First Impressions Logging into Fantasy Online, I was greeted by a character creation screen. Of course, my first instinct (as it is with many others) was to find the "gender" button. Much to my dismay, there wasn’t one. That’s right! In FO, no one has a gender. You are simply an asexual, blocky adventurer out to save the day. This doesn’t necessarily bother me, especially considering that you can choose some eyes and hairs that look especially girly. No big deal. One of the first things I noticed about FO was the strange gems that seem to be the game’s premium currency. These are apparently used to give yourself EXP gain boosts, and other benefits. The game has a "rested state" system similar to WoW and many others, though FO goes the extra mile in making it so you actually become far less effective when you play for long periods, forcing you to log out for a time, or buy more rested state with gems. Weird, but standard fare for a browser game. The combat isn’t much to write home about. You see a monster, you click on it, you auto-attack it until it dies. HP and MP regenerate over time. You can use active abilities in combat, but you only start out with one, and don’t get another until level 6. MP seems to run out very quickly with heavy ability use, leaving you to rely on your auto-attack more than I’d personally prefer.  Humor and Inside Jokes FTW! Once you spawn into the starting area, you’re tasked by an old man to kill crabs. Just in this initial dialogue, I could tell that this is a game that absolutely does NOT take itself seriously. The evidence supporting this was reinforced by brilliant skill descriptions. For example, in the description of the skill "Lick Your Wounds," which heals the player for a small amount, it suggests you can also lick other people’s wounds, and it won’t judge you. Cute. It certainly doesn’t end there, though. FO is obviously shooting to satirize and make fun of other MMORPGs. In this way, many of the facts of the gameplay being rather boring or samey can be forgiven; the game is very aware of it, and makes fun of the fact constantly. It knows it’s an MMORPG, and perhaps even laments it a little. The light-hearted humor and nerdy inside jokes in the form of skills like "Nerd Rage" and "BOOM! Headshot" are really great.  Is that… it? I wandered the game for a while trying to find something unique or interesting, but I came up short. While the game’s humor provided a chuckle or three at first, for me, it wasn’t enough to mask the fact that I was playing something that could very well simply be one of those pre-packaged Windows games from the mid 90′s. The user-interface is decidely modern, some might even say "WoW-esque," but that doesn’t save it from the harsh reality of being kind of boring. Of course, let’s compare it to other browser-based games. It certainly pales in comparison to something like Runescape, or heaven forbid it, even Farmville. There are simply loys of other unique, free, browser-based games and RPGs that don’t unapologetically recycle the same hack n’ slash combat we’ve all seen five-hundred times before – the difference in FO being that it’s all done with an ancient 2D engine.  Final Verdict: Poor I don’t like giving games a poor rating, but I’ve actually played quite a few browser RPGs, and this one doesn’t really compare to its competition. The humor and silliness can only carry it so far – after the initial effect of it wears off, we’re left with a stale, pixelated game that doesn’t really do anything for me. If you’re in the market for something really simple and really goofy RPG that doesn’t require much brainpower and is guaranteed to give you a snicker now and again, FO is for you. Those of you looking for more in-depth games, look elsewhere. Screenshots Fantasy Online Screenshots                  |
| Fallen Earth to go Free to Play Posted: 15 Jun 2011 09:29 PM PDT An exclusive announcement on Massively has indicated that Fallen Earth – whose hardware will be transitioning to GamersFirst’s care – will be going to a free-to-play model, while maintaining the original development team. The game will offer a fully free to play model, and three subscription levels which offer reward points and perks. Subscription players will earn more experience than regular players, and VIPs can share their bonuses with their party. All players will be able to enjoy the same content for free. No date for the change has been set yet, but we might expect to see it as soon as this year. GamersFirst also publishes APB Reloaded. Fallen Earth Gameplay Screenshot Source:
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| Posted: 15 Jun 2011 04:23 PM PDT Leap into the world of Aion and soar into action! Featuring some of the finest visuals and character creation available in any MMORPG, the Aion free trial provides a good look at what this blockbuster title has to offer.  Publisher: NCSoft Pros: +Wonderful graphics look very pretty. +Build in quest objective tracker. +Unique style for pvp. Cons: -Lots of grinding. -Unique mechanics become old quickly. -Repetitive. Free Trial Restrictions: The trial is limited to ten days, and does not allow the player to use some features, or level past 20. Use that time to decide if a subscription is for you.
Overview Aion OverviewAion is divided into two factions that vie for control of fortresses and territory in an area called "The Abyss." These two factions are the taloned, hardy Asmodians, and the sun-kissed Elyos. Both factions are identical in function, but slightly different in aesthetic; they also both have access to the same classes. The classes are divided into four base archetypes (Warrior, Scout, Mage, Priest), which branch into two distinct specializations when a character reaches level ten. The class specializations are as follows: Templar (Warrior): Templars are the consummate tanks of Aion. They wear shields, heavy armor, and maintain aggro for the good of the group. Spiritmaster (Mage): These mages specialize in the summoning of spirits; essentially, a pet class. They rely on their summons to get most of their work done, and also make good use of AoE. Aion Screenshots          Aion Featured Video Full Review Aion ReviewBy B. Olivia For me, Aion is a game I’ve been meaning to play for a couple of years. When it came out, I and many others passed it off as a WoW clone, and didn’t buy it. Other people kept the faith and gave Aion an honest shot. Here we are years later, and they’re finally starting to offer incentives to play, and a free trial! Hooray, Aion! Now we can all go and see what the biggest Korean MMORPG to hit the international market in a while is all about. My first impressions were rather mixed. I chose to play as an Asmodian, mostly because on the server I selected, Asmodians receive an exp bonus at level 10 to help balance faction PVP. I also liked Asmodians for having cool talons, although if you look closely at a barefooted Asmodian woman, you’ll notice she has "evolved" a bone poking through her heel to simulate the effect of wearing four-inch heels. This is weird, and horrible, and I wonder why they don’t just shave it down. Also, Asmodians have back hair – cute!
The first thing out of anyone’s mouth about Aion, generally, is that it is a very fine piece of eye candy. I’d have to agree, given that the character models and textures are not only colorful and robust, but also really well animated and given lots of character and detail. Your idle animation depends on what faction you are, and what class you are. Apparently this can also be altered in your character sheet, but I didn’t play long enough to unlock anything. There are some really nice touches, too. For example, if your character stands in knee-high water, she’ll start to bend down and play with it. If you stand in the rain, your character reacts to it and pulls out a large leaf umbrella. Fun details like these are just so rare! The landscapes and skyboxes are also gorgeous. From the way the setting sun’s rays peek past your character’s profile, or the incredible visions of broken moons and nebulae in the starry sky, Aion’s world is one beautifully realized. 
My favorite part of any game (unless it sucks). Aion’s character creation definitely does not suck, and it’s worth mentioning. The degree to which you can modify your character is right on par with the level of Champions Online, letting you have full control over limb proportions and sizes. The face customization is also highly detailed (you can make some seriously beautiful faces), and I recall having over sixty fine looking, distinct hairstyles to choose from. This makes me a happy camper. I was able to make a tall, willowy posthuman, a halfling, and a jailbait vampire. Sweet. Of course, this level of freedom has drawbacks. As always, these drawbacks come in the form of other players. Be prepared to see the occasional ridiculous cartoon character with a boulder-sized head on a tiny baby body, or some other equally horrifying abomination. A small price to pay, I say. Most people would rather look pretty anyways.  Deja Vu The inevitable comparison to WoW. Here it is: yes, Aion is a lot like WoW. But we’ve established that just about everything is a lot like WoW. The model works. So it’s better to focus on the ways in which it establishes itself as "not like WoW." First, Aion has aerial combat (cool, but it doesn’t change much about combat beyond adding another axis of movement). Second, Aion makes great use of what are called "chain attacks." Basically, you’ll unlock chain abilities that can only be used after you use another ability. Both will be located on the same key you bind the activating ability to. So, you can just hit that key over and over until the attack chain finishes. It looks cool, but it just turns combat into the world’s easiest quicktime event (1! 1! 1! … 1!). In the end, you’re still just hitting buttons to make stuff happen. There’s a crafting system, so that’s cool. Except, unlike many other standard MMORPGs, Aion’s crafting and gathering system has an extra dose of random chance. This is fun for those of us with a gambler’s soul, frustrating for the rest. Every time you craft, you have a random chance of failing or making something awesome, or just making the thing you set out to make. There really isn’t much you can do to control this, aside from increasing your skill level (which requires a lot of repetition of the previously mentioned fail/succeed/uber-succeed cycle). Fun, I guess.  Final Verdict: Average Screenshots Aion Screenshots                    System Requirements Aion System RequirementsMinimum Requirements: Recommended Specifications: |
| Posted: 15 Jun 2011 02:33 PM PDT To Learn More about the game check out ourAion Page.Aion is a 3D fantasy MMORPG published by NCSoft – the same company behind Guild Wars and City of Heroes. The game is a pay to play game, but has a free trial which lasts 14 days and is mostly nonrestrictive. The game has gorgeous graphics and a large game world for players to explore. To learn more about Eden Eternal, check out the official MMOHut Aion page which includes a detailed review, tons of screenshots, and additional videos. |
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