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DarkEden: Ignited Games Revives the Classic MMO

Posted: 15 Dec 2011 06:51 AM PST

Ignited Games has announced that it is ready to revive an old favorite, DarkEden. DarkEden is considered an MMOVRPG, a massive multiplayer online VAMPIRE game and is free to play.

Rift: The Russians Arrive

Posted: 15 Dec 2011 06:47 AM PST

Trion Worlds has partnered with Belver to bring Rift to the Russian game community. According to a new press release, Rift is now live in Russia after a series of successful beta phases.

WildStar: Creating a Soundscape

Posted: 14 Dec 2011 11:04 AM PST

It's WildStar Week here at MMORPG.com, and we've partnered with Carbine Studios and NCsoft to bring you a week of exclusive articles and interviews with the characters of WildStar itself. Today we feature a new look at the creation of WildStar's "soundscape" from Charley Lanusse, the Audio Director at Carbine Studios. There's lots to read AND to hear so check it out!

The Secret World: What Weapon?

Posted: 14 Dec 2011 12:48 PM PST

One of the most interesting features coming in The Secret World is the nearly limitless combination of weapons that players will have at their collective disposal. In our latest column devoted to TSW, we take a look at the exciting prospect of a wide-open weapon configuration. Check it out and then leave us your thoughts in the comments.

General: Why a Horror MMO Won't Work

Posted: 14 Dec 2011 11:15 AM PST

MMO fans have been clamoring for a horror-themed game for as long as the genre has existed. In today's Coyote's Howling, we take a look at why we don't believe that a horror MMO won't work -- not now, not ever. Check it out and see if you agree. Let us know what you think in the comments.

Star Wars: The Old Republic: Top 10 Reasons to Play SWTOR - Part 3

Posted: 15 Dec 2011 03:47 AM PST

In the final part of a three part series, Pokket details the last of her top ten reasons why she will be playing Star Wars: The Old Republic. Pokket starts with Number 4 and continues the downward until we know her number one reason to dig into SWTOR. Check out Game Face #14: Top 10 Reasons to Play SWTOR Pt. 3.

Castle Empire: Christmas Events Shine

Posted: 15 Dec 2011 04:47 AM PST

The Castle Empire team has sent word that holiday-themed events have officially arrived for all players. Included in the holiday frivolity is a Christmas tree-shaped map for players to adventure through.

General: Child's Play Gala Raises $350k

Posted: 15 Dec 2011 04:42 AM PST

During a recent black tie event held on behalf of Child's Play, a charitable organization dedicated to bringing gaming joy to sick children, over $350,000 was raised through ticket purchases and an event auction.

Little Space Heroes: Officially Launched

Posted: 15 Dec 2011 04:38 AM PST

Bubble Gum Interactive has sent word that its kid- and family-friendly space-themed MMO, Little Space Heroes, has officially reached its official retail release.

General: Ultima Discussions Denied by EA

Posted: 15 Dec 2011 04:32 AM PST

Earlier this week, Eurogamer featured and interview with MMO pioneer Richard Garriott. In the course of the discussion, Garriott indicated that he was participating in discussions with EA to bring the Ultima series back to life. As of Thursday, EA is denying that any such talks are taking or have taken place.

General: Roll n Rock Closed Beta Key Handout!

Posted: 14 Dec 2011 09:35 PM PST

MMORPG.com has been given closed beta keys for Roll n Rock - a new browser multiplayer game by Aiyou Network Technology. Get your beta key now while supplies last! This event runs Dec 9 - Dec 19, 2011.

Guild Wars 2: Reddit Chat About the Mesmer

Posted: 14 Dec 2011 12:23 PM PST

The Reddit chat with Guild Wars 2's Jon Peters is ongoing and is making some big waves on the network. Don't delay! Head over to Reddit and ask your burning Mesmer questions NOW!

League of Legends: Snowdown Showdown Arrives

Posted: 14 Dec 2011 10:52 AM PST

Riot Games has announced the arrival of the holidays into League of Legends. Called Snowdown Showdown, the event features holiday-themed skins for several heroes as well as a white blanket of snow across the battlefield.

Luna Online: Draconian Awakening Goes Live

Posted: 14 Dec 2011 08:44 AM PST

The Luna Online team has announced that the latest update, Draconian Awakening, is now live and brings with it a host of updated content, new features and some holiday events.

Star Wars: The Old Republic: On Regional Restrictions & SWTOR

Posted: 13 Dec 2011 12:09 PM PST

In today's Devil's Advocate column, we take a look at the increasingly annoying regional restrictions that many MMOs today employ including *gasps* Star Wars: The Old Republic. See if we're on the mark with this and then let us know what you think in the comments.

Star Wars: The Old Republic: The Wait is (Sort Of) Over!

Posted: 13 Dec 2011 10:34 PM PST

With day one of Early Access behind us, this week's Star Wars: The Old Republic column looks back at the past 24 hours and even offers a farewell to one venerable Star Wars MMO.

Perpetuum: An Interesting & Attractive Game

Posted: 13 Dec 2011 08:17 AM PST

CCP has been sitting atop the sci-fi MMO hill for a long while now with all challengers somehow being repelled. But in our latest review, we opine that Perpetuum Online, given enough time and love, may finally be the one to at the least make CCP share the king of sci-fi MMOs title. Check it out and then let us know what you think in the comments.

Guild Wars 2: The Mesmer Revealed

Posted: 13 Dec 2011 12:24 PM PST

While it was inadvertently leaked earlier this week that the Mesmer was the final class in Guild Wars 2, no other information has been available UNTIL TODAY! We have worked with ArenaNet and NCsoft to bring our readers a few thoughts about the dazzling Mesmer. Check it out and then let us know what you think!

WildStar: Meet the Aurin

Posted: 13 Dec 2011 08:34 AM PST

It's WildStar Week here at MMORPG.com, and we've partnered with Carbine Studios and NCsoft to bring you a week of exclusive articles and interviews with the characters of WildStar itself. Today we are privileged to meet the Aurin, a fluffy bunny like race with a mean streak. Read on!

Disney's Toontown Online: First Impressions Overview with Ripper X

Posted: 14 Dec 2011 04:41 AM PST

Ripper X heads into the all-ages game ToonTown, a massively multiplayer online role-playing game created by The Walt Disney Company and billed as the first such game intended for kids and families. Enjoy!
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