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Firefall: Red 5 and Webzen Enter Legal Dispute

Posted: 30 Jun 2011 07:54 AM PDT

According to a pair of press release statements, global publisher Webzen and Red 5 have entered into legal wrangling centered around the development and publication of Firefall. Red 5 Studios has filed for arbitration against Webzen for "alleged breach of obligations" and is seeking to recoup $5 million. Webzen has responded by saying that it has more than fulfilled its obligations and vigorously denies the allegations.

Final Fantasy XIV: Auto Attack Reform

Posted: 30 Jun 2011 07:44 AM PDT

Final Fantasy XIV devs have put up a new article featuring a look at upcoming changes to the Auto Attack System. Among other reforms, the most compelling is the removal of the stamina system in favor of the overhauled auto attack feature. Devs have detailed how those changes will be implemented in the next patch as well as subsequent patches.

General: Rusty Hearts to Show at Anime Expo

Posted: 30 Jun 2011 07:38 AM PDT

Perfect World Entertainment has announced that it will be showcasing Rusty Hearts, one of the latest additions to the PWE MMO portfolio of games, at this year's Anime Expo in Los Angeles. The Expo will be held on July 1-3. Game producer Rusty Hill will be on hand to answer fan questions as well as live stream a demo of the game. In addition, fans have the chance to win an awesome package of prizes.

World of Warcraft: WoW Goes Free To Play Soon (...Sort Of!)

Posted: 30 Jun 2011 06:17 AM PDT

In his latest entry into the MMORPG.com Staff Blog, Managing Editor Bill Murphy takes a look at the recent announcement that World of Warcraft is now free to play (sort of!) from levels 1-20. See what Bill thinks about this surprising move by Blizzard and then let us know what you think!

The Secret World: Dungeon Crawling at the EA Showcase

Posted: 29 Jun 2011 01:18 PM PDT

Next week marks the EA Showcase in San Francisco and it's one that fans of The Secret World are anxiously awaiting. It will mark the first time that The Secret World is shown in a live demo featuring combat and more. In today's The Secret World Column, MMORPG.com Managing Editor Bill Murphy speculates about what attendees (like MMORPG.com's Carolyn Koh!) might see.

Fiesta Online: Enter the Lucky House

Posted: 29 Jun 2011 11:16 AM PDT

Outspark has announced that the Lucky House has come to Fiesta Online. The Lucky House, as the name implies, is a place to unwind and take a chance on Lady Luck. The Lucky House is the latest in a series of non-questing activities in which players can participate.

Faxion Online: Inquisition Update Announced

Posted: 29 Jun 2011 10:11 AM PDT

UTV True Games has announced that the next major update to Faxion Online will contain the 'Inquisition' feature. Inquisition will allow rival guilds to declare war on one another. The update will also contain enhancement and system upgrades.

General: Sony Introduces All Access Gaming

Posted: 29 Jun 2011 09:22 AM PDT

Sony Online Entertainment has announced a new program that will replace Station Access. Called "All Access Gaming", the new program features a single price depending on how much game time is purchased. The AAG can then be used in any game that SOE currently has in its stable of games.

Battle of the Immortals: New Titanic-Sized Boss Coming

Posted: 29 Jun 2011 08:36 AM PDT

Perfect World Entertainment has announced that a new Titan Update is on the way with a Titanic-sized boss coming with it. Kronos comes in at nearly 100 feet tall! The update will also introduce two new maps and es expected to deploy soon.

World of Tanks: v6.5 Update Arriving June 30th

Posted: 29 Jun 2011 08:02 AM PDT

Wargaming.net has announced that the v6.5 update will arrive on June 30th. The patch brings a pair of new maps to the game as well as the American tank destroyer line and a pair of light tanks in both American and Russian flavors.

TERA: E3 2011 - An Interview with the Lead Writer

Posted: 28 Jun 2011 04:19 PM PDT

While at E3, MMORPG.com's Melinda Haren had the opportunity to interview David Noonan, Lead Writer for TERA. TERA is a not yet released MMORPG with a fantasy focus and some pretty intense action-combat. Check it out and then let us know what you think!

EverQuest II: E3 2011 - The 3D Update

Posted: 28 Jun 2011 04:11 PM PDT

One of the more compelling advances in the MMORPGs that we play is the advent of 3D graphic technology. At E3 2011, MMORPG.com's Carolyn Koh talked with Everquest 2 Lead Programmer Greg Spence about the recent introduction of 3D technology into the game. Read on to discover more about Everquest 2's 3D Update.

General: MOBAs and MMORPG.com

Posted: 28 Jun 2011 03:51 PM PDT

One of the things that we are often asked here at MMORPG.com is why we cover this game or why we don't cover that game. As the genre of online MMOGs grows, so grows our coverage. In his latest column, MMORPG.com Managing Editor Bill Murphy examines the growing "MOBA" movement and how coverage of MOBAs actually fits within the scope of what we cover at the site. Check it out and then leave us a thought or two in the comments.
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