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Dragon Soul Gameplay – First Look HD

Posted: 06 Dec 2011 07:47 PM PST

To Learn More About the Game Check out our Dragon Soul Page.

Dragon Soul is a 3D PvP centric fantasy MMORPG published by Neonga – the same company behind A Mystical Land. The game’s visuals are a bit outdated, but the game still offers plenty of action for those looking for a PvP heavy game. The game’s most notable aspect is the fact that is has 8 factions that are in perpetual war as well as mounted combat. With only four playable classes the game lacks some variety. To learn more about Dragon Soul check out the official MMOHut Dragon Soul page which includes a detailed review, tons of screenshots, and additional videos.

Conquer Online now available for iPad

Posted: 06 Dec 2011 02:15 PM PST

TQ Digital has made Conquer Online available for free on the iPad, starting today.

Conquer Online for the iPad will continue to offer many of the same gameplay features as the PC version of the game. The platform utilizes its “tap-and-swipe” features to control movement and combat, offering a newly designed way of interacting with the MMO.

TQ Digital also publishes Zero Online and Crazy Tao.

Conquer Online: iOS Launch Trailer

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Popular PC MMO Conquer Online Taps and Slashes its Way onto the iPad Today

The First Completely Free-to-Play MMO on the iPad Available Now

HONG KONG – December 6, 2011
NetDragon Websoft Inc, a leading online game developer and operator in China, announces that one of their most well-known free-to-play PC and Mac MMORPG games running for over eight years now, is making its debut on iTunes today—completely free for iPad! Conquer Online will be the first ever completely free MMORPG arriving on the iPad: no charge to download and no monthly subscription fee! Conquer Online for the iPad delivers an MMO experience that's as deep, rich and satisfying as its PC and Mac counterparts. The game offers more features than any portable MMO to date. An all-new trailer has been release today to celebrate the launch of the game.

Set in ancient China, players will take on the role of a brave hero, with a massive amount of customization options, as the hero gallantly embarks on an adventure into this vibrant fantasy universe. Conquer Online features over 20 interactive in-game systems such as marriage (and divorce), your own customizable home, not to mention the countless ways to release your rage in the battlefield with competitions like the Guild Wars, Clan Wars, and arena fights! Master the six martial-arts classes to defeat monsters, complete quests and reach the top of your class.

With quick, simple controls and navigation, MMO fans will be able to transition with ease to the iPad MMO experience. The game utilizes a "tap-and-swipe" control scheme. You can jump freely wherever you want by tapping on the map and can perform skills by hacking and slashing at the enemies with your finger. The controls are designed to feel natural and intuitive in the iPad MMO space.

Conquer Online was the first MMO to introduce the free-to-play gaming model in the world back in 2003, and has since been converted into 10 different languages, amassing more than 10 million players from over 100 countries in its 8 years of life. The iPad version will also inherit a legion of features from the fully-fledged PC version of the game, so prepare to meet plenty of new friends, then create a new guild and set off to enjoy the heart of the adventure in Conquer Online!

Download Conquer Online for free now in the app store! http://itunes.apple.com/app/conquer-online/id459012102

APB: Reloaded available through Steam

Posted: 06 Dec 2011 01:59 PM PST

GamersFirst has announced that APB Reloaded, its revised version of APB (All Points Bulletin) made available free-to-play, is now available via Steam.

Downloading and playing APB Reloaded through Steam also lets players keep their game up-to-date easily, as well as connect to the Steam community. APB Reloaded is still in open beta.

GamersFirst also publishes Knight Online and Sword 2.

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APB: Reloaded Gameplay Screenshot

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APB RELOADED JOINS STEAM NETWORK
GamersFirst's Popular Free2Play® Open-World Cops and Robbers Now Available on Steam®.

Irvine, Calif., December 6, 2011 – A leading publisher of Free2Play® massively multiplayer online games, GamersFirst (www.gamersfirst.com) announced today that the Company's blockbuster open-world third-person shooter, APB Reloaded, has joined the Steam® library of games. Steam® Valve's leading platform for digital content distribution and management allows players to directly download APB Reloaded to their systems. Gamers can also connect with other players and keep the game client up-to-date, all through one safe and convenient service.

Available for download today, Steam members can now join the fight for control over the fictional world of San Paro while the game continues to refine itself through the open beta process.

"GamersFirst is and always will be focused on our community, and being able to deliver the truly unique gaming experience that APB Reloaded offers to Steam subscribers only strengthens that commitment," said Rahul Sandil, SVP of marketing and business development for GamersFirst. "Steam and GamersFirst share a common passion for authentic gaming experiences and dedication to delivering the very best entertainment possible to the PC platform."

In the world of San Paro, Criminals and Enforcers battle in an open-world environment to control territories, commit or stop petty crimes, and gain notoriety within their own organizations. Be it on foot or from the driver seat, APB Reloaded melds player-on-player combat within the immersive world of a city on the edge of total chaos. Powered by Epic's Unreal 3 engine, APB Reloaded features a robust set of customization tools second to none, providing gamers the ability to create the exact look of their in-game avatar, character symbols, clothing and even customize cars they drive.

Neo Steam shutting down

Posted: 06 Dec 2011 01:34 PM PST

An email sent out to Neo Steam players has announced that the game will be shutting down on Feburary 8, 2012. Atlus Online’s version of Neo Steam is the last published version of the game available.

December and January will grant players bonus experience, TP, and drop rates, while removing death penalties and granting unlimited Neo Steam. Players who still have Gears can use them in the Item Shop up until January 4; unspent Gears will convert to Atlus Crowns, useable in other Atlus Online games.

Atlus Online also publishes Pandora Saga.

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Neo Steam Gameplay Screenshot

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Thank you for sharing your time in Neo Steam and steampunking it up with us for the past two years. We take pride in being in the first Atlus Online title and the last-standing Neo Steam server in the world. It’s with deep regret that we must now announce:

Atlus Online will shut down its Neo Steam service on February 8, 2012.

Starting today, you and all your friends will be granted the benefits from all previously run server events in the upcoming months of December and January. That means more EXP, more TP, no death penalties, increased drop rates, unlimited Neo Steam, the works! We will hold nothing back in delivering the best Neo Steam has to offer.

If you still have Neo Steam Gears, you will have access to the Premium Item Shop until January 4, 2012. All unused Gears will revert back to Atlus Crowns, ready for use with all current-and yet-to-be-announced-games.

Citizen of Chrysalis, thank you for your support. Let’s celebrate together and go out with a bang!

Respectfully Yours,

Atlus Online

New Lime Odyssey screenshots revealed

Posted: 06 Dec 2011 01:13 PM PST

Aeria Games has released a new set of screenshots, straight out of the alpha test, for Lime Odyssey. You can check out these new screenshots below.

Lime Odyssey is a fantasy MMORPG that features a dual class system (battle and profession), multiple playable races each with their own corner of the continent, plus pets, mounts, crafting, farming, and more. The game is expected to be available to the public in early 2012.

Aeria Games also publishes Eden Eternal and Grand Fantasia.

Lime Odyssey: Alpha Testing Screenshots

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Aeria Games Releases Sneak Peek of Lime Odyssey Alpha Test

Scenes Revealed from Testing Phase for Upcoming 3D Fantasy MMORPG

SANTA CLARA, Calif.  – Dec. 6, 2011 – Aeria Games, a leading global publisher of free-to-play online games, today released new screenshots taken during an early-stage alpha test of Lime Odyssey: The Chronicles of Orta, its upcoming 3D massively multiplayer online role-playing game (MMORPG). Lime Odyssey is developed by Sirius Entertainment Co., Ltd., a Korean-based team composed of talented industry veterans, many of whom worked on the classic MMORPG Ragnarok Online.


Lime Odyssey alpha test participants received the first outside glimpse of the game's immersive experience, which touts everything from multiple playable races to thousands of possible quests. Lime Odyssey boasts an array of engaging features, including a dual class system, pets, mounts, farming, extensive crafting, inspired 3D visuals, and an imaginative, colorfully-rendered continent filled with whimsical beasts.


Lime Odyssey: The Chronicles of Orta features:


  • Dual Class System – Choose from four battle archetypes (warrior, thief, mage and cleric) and adopt a profession (chef, tailor or blacksmith) in Lime Odyssey's double class system.
  • Immersive World – Run, fly or swim across a huge continent. Each race claims a unique corner of Orta. Move freely through diverse regions on your trek to restore order.
  • Pets, Mounts & More – Hatch a delightful animal companion, or acquire a more useful beast on your journey. Players can also start a thriving farm as part of their story in Lime Odyssey.

Aeria Games is slated to release the epic Lime Odyssey adventure to the public, available in English for the first time, in early 2012. Interested players can visit the website to sign up for a chance to participate future testing: http://limeodyssey.aeriagames.com.

New expansion announced for Jade Dynasty

Posted: 06 Dec 2011 11:06 AM PST

Jade Dynasty has announced a new expansion, called Legacy, coming soon for its players.

The expansion will deal with the new area of Incense Valley, introducing two new classes (Mages and Forta). A new instance, the Crimson Peaks Voidland, will be available for 10-25 players, making it the largest yet. New seasonal events, new exchange items, new Jade types, and new Treasure Boxes will also add to the new content list.

Meanwhile, a major rebalancing will go through gear (including stronger Ethereal and Celestial gear) and combat (including faction skills). Character creation will also be boosted to offer new examples of each faction, new starting fashion gear, and the ability to preview high-level armor sets on the character.

Jade Dynasty is published by Perfect World Entertainment, which also publishes Forsaken World and War of the Immortals.

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Jade Dynasty Gameplay Screenshot

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Jade Dynasty: Legacy Announced

Expansion to Popular MMO Features New Classes and Character Visuals

(Foster City, CA) December 5, 2011 — Perfect World Entertainment Inc., a wholly owned U.S. subsidiary of Perfect World Co., Ltd. (NASDAQ: PWRD), today announced a new expansion to its free-to-play martial-arts MMORPG, Jade Dynasty .

In Jade Dynasty: Legacy, players explore the secretive Incense Valley while fighting through the massive multi-staged instance, which is larger than any other dungeon currently available in this game.

“We couldn’t be more excited to publish a new chapter in the Jade Dynasty series,” said Dean Sakurai, Product Manager, Perfect World Entertainment. “Jade Dynasty: Legacy is our biggest update since ‘Vengeance (August 2010)’ and features two new classes, enhanced character visuals, new instances and numerous other content updates. With Jade Dynasty: Legacy we add tremendously to a gaming experience already shared by millions.”

Key features include:

• Two New Classes: Players can now choose between the powerful, fire-wielding Incense Valley Mages and the crippling, melee-astute Forta.

• New Instance: The Crimson Peaks Voidland is the largest instance in Jade Dynasty, designed for groups of 10-25 players to face its many dangers and claim its secreted rewards.

• Character Visuals: Character creation has been reworked, providing new visual examples of each faction, new starter fashions and even the ability to preview high-level armor sets.

• Balance and Enhancement: Several facets of gear and combat have been reworked, from rebalanced factions skills to stronger Ethereal and Celestial gear.

• Content Updates: New wedding and seasonal events, more items available for exchange with new Jade types, and more easily attainable Treasure Boxes are but a few of the many other changes.

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