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General: World of Battleships Debut Trailer

Posted: 18 Aug 2011 07:59 AM PDT

The first trailer from the just-announced World of Battleships has been released by Wargaming.net. The trailer was first shown at the 2011 Gamescom.

Star Trek: Infinite Space: In-Game Battle Footage Trailers Released

Posted: 18 Aug 2011 07:48 AM PDT

Gameforge has released a pair of in-game videos featuring battle sequences from Star Trek: Infinite Space. The trailers were released at Gamescom 2011.

Star Wars: The Old Republic: Game Update from SyndCon

Posted: 17 Aug 2011 12:01 PM PDT

During the recent Syndcon, MMORPG.com's Carolyn Koh had the opportunity to check in with Bioware devs and Star Wars: THe Old Republic. Carolyn has a full report on what she learned at Syndcon that you won't want to miss. Read on!

The Secret World: Release and Beta Cometh!

Posted: 17 Aug 2011 11:51 AM PDT

The Secret World is a bit less secret after new screens, a new video and more information pouring out of Gamescom 2011. In his latest TSW column, MMORPG.com Managing Editor Bill Murphy takes a look at some of this week's revelations and offers a few thoughts about TSW. Check it out and then weigh in with your own thoughts.

General: A Gaggle of Geeks

Posted: 16 Aug 2011 05:33 PM PDT

In his latest Coyote's Howling column, Sir Coyote lets us in on a little secret: He's a geek, something we readily accept here at MMORPG.com. Problem is that his "real life" co-workers don't get it. So when attending things like Dragon*Con, he's got a lot of explaining to do. See just what he says to get over that awkward, "Oh I see..." moment. Read on!

General: Overpromise & Under-Deliver

Posted: 17 Aug 2011 12:14 PM PDT

In his latest column, MMORPG.com Managing Editor Bill Murphy refers readers to a recent article that indicates that July console game sales were down significantly from last year. What does that have to do with MMOs? You'll have to read Bill's article to find out. Read on and then let us know what you think when you're finished.

WildStar Online: Gamescom Demo Impressions

Posted: 18 Aug 2011 07:05 AM PDT

Boots on the ground reporter, John Milburn, got a first hand look at the just-revealed WildStar Online during a presentation by Carbine Studios and NC Soft during this year's Gamescom. He's got a few impressions to share with you so keep reading! Are you looking forward to WildStar Online? Let us know your thoughts in the comments.

Transformers Universe: Brawler Class & Customization Revealed

Posted: 18 Aug 2011 06:52 AM PDT

During Gamescom 2011, Jagex and the Transformers Universe team are showing fans the customization abilities of the game. Fans can choose to align with Autobot or Decepticon forces, customize the look and receive a printout of the character they created. In addition, the Brawler class has been revealed, the up close and personal character archetype.

DOTA2: Newell: Beta Begins After Gamescom, Launching in 2012

Posted: 18 Aug 2011 05:50 AM PDT

Speaking to the folks at Eurogamer, Valve head honcho Gabe Newell has revealed that DOTA 2 will begin an invitation-only beta following the conclusion of the Gamescom tournament, and will move on from there towards a public beta. Newell also revealed that DOTA 2 will not make the widely believed 2011 release date, stating that he "doesn't think it will be shipped until next year."

Guild Wars 2: Full Press Demo Video with Commentary

Posted: 18 Aug 2011 05:31 AM PDT

Wartower.de has posted a video of the full press demo they were treated to at this year's Gamescom in Cologne, Germany. The demo features PvP, Asura gameplay, the Charr homelands, an 'epic fight' with a dragon named Tequatl the Sunless, as well as commentary from ArenaNet's Christopher Lye.

General: StarCraft MMO Not in the Cards

Posted: 18 Aug 2011 05:17 AM PDT

Blizzard's Frank Pearce debunked rumors of a potential StarCraft MMO being in development during a press conference at GamesCom yesterday.

WildStar Online: Races and Classes Unveiled

Posted: 18 Aug 2011 03:57 AM PDT

Carbine Studios took the wraps off their upcoming MMO, WildStar, yesterday at GamesCom in Cologne, Germany. Today, we've learned of the first three races revealed for the game as well as details on several of WildStar's classes.

General: WildStar, Guild Wars 2 Demos and Q&A Live Stream

Posted: 18 Aug 2011 03:42 AM PDT

NCSoft will be demoing (and conducting Q&As) for Carbine Studios' recently announced MMO, WildStar, as well as ArenaNet's Guild Wars 2 throughout the day today, and if you can't make it out the show you can still catch it all on the official NCSoft EU live stream.

Faxion Online: Report: Faxion Team Laid Off

Posted: 18 Aug 2011 04:28 AM PDT

Massively is reporting on a rumor originating over at the official Faxion Online forums that has led some to believe that the entire Faxion Online team has been laid off.

World of Warcraft: Raid Finder, Void Storage, New Content in 4.3

Posted: 18 Aug 2011 03:29 AM PDT

4.3 is shaping up to be a massive patch for World of Warcraft. We previously noted that the update will include a Transmogrification system, but there is quite a bit more in store for players in 4.3. Highlights include a new 'Raid Finder' feature, Void Storage; which allows players to store additional items, and a bevy of new content additions.

World of Warcraft: Customize Your Appearance with Transmogrification in 4.3

Posted: 18 Aug 2011 03:07 AM PDT

Patch 4.3 for World of Warcraft will finally allow players to transmogrify their armor, that is, to combine the stats of one piece of gear with the appearance of another. Warlock T5 anyone?

DOTA2: Day 1 Tournament Replays Available; Day 2 Begins

Posted: 18 Aug 2011 02:39 AM PDT

Day 1 of the Gamescom DOTA 2 tournament 'The International' has officially concluded, and you can find most of the match replays available on the official DOTA 2 site.

League of Legends: Intel Extreme Masters Tournament Streaming Soon

Posted: 18 Aug 2011 02:29 AM PDT

Riot Games and Intel in conjunction with the ESL will be streaming the Intel Extreme Masters League of Legends tournament at GamesCom today.

General: Warface Goes Westward in 2012, New Trailer Released

Posted: 18 Aug 2011 04:35 AM PDT

Crytek (the developers behind FarCry and Crysis) have announced that their upcoming free-to-play MMOFPS, Warface, will see a Western release in 2012.

Dragon Nest: Introducing the World to the Game

Posted: 17 Aug 2011 01:11 PM PDT

Nexon has released a new trailer celebrating the official launch of Dragon Nest. The trailer is designed to introduce players to the world and creatures of Dragon Nest.

General: Former Frogster Exec Forms New Publishing Company

Posted: 17 Aug 2011 01:02 PM PDT

Former Frogster CEO Andreas Weidenhaupt has announced that he has founded a new publishing company called Infernum. Infernum, according to the press release, will specialize in publishing free to play MMOs. Infernum is already working with outside developers on several MMO projects that will initially be published in North America, Europe and South America.

Scarlet Legacy: Early Access Open Beta Starts

Posted: 17 Aug 2011 12:57 PM PDT

Scarlet Legacy devs have announced that the early access for the open beta test is now open. The open beta will feature new content for those who experienced the game during closed beta testing. In addition, lucky CBT winners will receive an awesome prize package.

Jade Dynasty: Travel the Path of Glory

Posted: 17 Aug 2011 10:30 AM PDT

Perfect World Entertainment has released a new trailer featuring Path of Glory, the upcoming content expansion planned for Jade Dynasty.

Rusty Hearts: Takin' It To the Boss

Posted: 17 Aug 2011 10:28 AM PDT

The Rusty Hearts development team has released a new video diary that talks about the bosses that players will encounter as they delve into raids and dungeons. Check it out!

The Secret World: Not So Secret Screens Arrive

Posted: 17 Aug 2011 10:24 AM PDT

Funcom has released nine new screenshots from The Secret World. The screens were released at Gamescom 2011. You can see all nine in The Secret World screenshot gallery here at MMORPG.com.

General: Planet War Blasts Off Into Open Beta

Posted: 17 Aug 2011 10:06 AM PDT

YooGames has announced that its space-themed MMO, Planet Wars, is now officially in its open beta phase of development. To celebrate the announcement, Planet War devs have a series of contests in place to run between now and August 31st.

Dungeons & Dragons Online: Eberron Unlimited: New Concept Art Shows Off Secrets of the Artificers

Posted: 17 Aug 2011 09:50 AM PDT

Turbine has released several concept art screens from Dungeons & Dragons Online Update 11: Secrets of the Artificers. The artwork features a look at armor models, banners, Canith robes and much more. See them all in our Dungeons & Dragons Online screenshot gallery.

Lord of the Rings Online: New Screens Feature a Fiery Boss

Posted: 17 Aug 2011 09:46 AM PDT

Turbine has release three new screenshots from the Lord of the Rings Online expansion, Rise of Isengard. The screens show off a fiery dragon, Draigoch, from a 24-player raid. Check them out in our Lord of the Rings Online screenshot gallery.

Guild Wars 2: GamesCom Trailer Released

Posted: 17 Aug 2011 09:46 AM PDT

ArenaNet has unveiled a new trailer for Guild Wars 2 at this year's GamesCom in Cologne, Germany. The five minute trailer gives us a closer look at some of the game's more PvE oriented content.

Rift: They Grow Up So Fast, Don't They?

Posted: 16 Aug 2011 02:33 PM PDT

The Trion and Rift teams are ready to unleash a week's worth of celebratory excitement into Telara with the upcoming Half Birthday Celebration starting on August 25th. MMORPG.com's Suzie Ford sat in on a conference with Trion's Scott Hartsman to talk about the event. Check out what's in store for players as Trion gives back to its community.
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