| Firefall Manga Coming Soon Posted: 01 Jun 2012 02:33 PM PDT Red 5 Studios, developer of Firefall, has announced their upcoming manga, Firefall Affinity, will be released June 5 with a new video. The manga is written by Orson Scott Card and Emily Janice Card, and has been illustrated by Udon Comics. The manga is a prequel to the game that fills out the lore of the game in weekly issues to be released throughout the year. Firefall’s website has also been updated with a new, more efficient look. The Official Firefall Manga: Affinity |
| Planet Cyrene Officially Launches Posted: 01 Jun 2012 02:24 PM PDT Planet Cyrene has officially launched as the newest addition to the Entropia Universe. Planet Cyrene, like other Entropia worlds, is free-to-play but features a real cash economy where virtual currency has a real world value. The new world introduces PvP arenas, where players can battle each other from a 2.5 cent to $1 fee, with rewards of 2 cents to 80 cents per kill. Players can now utilize their FPS skills in Planet Cyrene to earn real money, or continue to partake in PvE content including crafting and trading gear. The game also features dynamic content that changes the game’s environments based on player interactions. Planet Cyrene is published by Creative Kingdom.  Planet Cyrene Gameplay Screenshot Source: Earn Cash for Frags in Planet Cyrene‘s Real Money Economy More than just reputations are on the line in the new MMOFPS from Creative Kingdom Los Angeles and Chiang Mai, Thailand - June 1, 2012 - Planet Cyrene, the real cash economy massively multiplayer online first-person shooter (MMOFPS) from Creative Kingdom Inc., is putting players’ skills to the test starting today with its official launch. Every bullet fired, every death and every respawn will have a direct impact, positive or negative, on players’ wallets as Planet Cyrene’s virtual currency has real-world value. Anyone can register to play Planet Cyrene for free by signing up at the game’s official website. Planet Cyrene is the newest planet in Mindark’s Entropia Universe system, and features a rich world powered by CryENGINE®2 technology to create luscious environments, which range from cityscapes to jungles to barren desert wastelands. Entropia Universe is the leading platform for microtransaction-driven 3-D virtual worlds and MMO games, and the system generates more than $400 million per year in user-to-user transactions, according to Mindark. Unique to Planet Cyrene are deadly player-versus-player (PvP) arenas where gamers engage in mortal combat with each other. The entry fees for the battlegrounds range from 2.5 cents to $1 worth of in-game currency. Once inside, skillful combatants can reap financial rewards from the arena, as each kill nets between 2 cents to 80 cents. With real money on the line for every death and every kill, patience, calculation and skill become more valuable than bravado. “The new PvP arenas in Planet Cyrene constitute the most revolutionary update to Entropia Universe yet,” said Ed Robles III, creative director on Planet Cyrene. “It’s a completely new way for players to make money in the best way possible – using their FPS skills to dominate the battlefield. We’re mindful of all skill levels though, so we also included a great deal of player-versus environment content where players can find gear, craft trade goods and turn a profit on the in-game auction house.” Planet Cyrene is a lush world where a conflict rages between its inhabitants and the Imperium galactic forces. Over the course of an intricate story arc, players unravel the mysteries of Cyrene and come to understand the battle being waged for its resources. Additionally, dynamic gameplay content changes the face of the game to keep things fresh. For example, well-trafficked quest hubs will grow in size and its merchants will offer better gear, while neglected outposts will get overrun and could eventually vanish. This organic content will help shape the story and simultaneously unlock additional items and quests.
For more information or to register and play Planet Cyrene for free, please visit the official website at http://www.planetcyrene.com or become a fan by liking the game’s Facebook page.
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| Dota 2 Officially Free to Play With Early Access Posted: 01 Jun 2012 02:07 PM PDT Valve has officially announced that Dota 2 is free-to-play, and has revealed more details about the game’s business model. All heroes will be free to play, as Valve believes offering purchased heroes will imbalance gameplay. Heroes will be customizable through the Steam Workshop and the in-game store from content created by the community. Players will also earn items as they play and as their Battle level increases. The store opens today with an initial 200 items for purchase, 80% of which came from the community. This means that everything will be a level playing field, and players will only pay to customize their hero with cosmetic items. PC Gamer has also reported that an Early Access Package is available for $39.99 for players who would like to start testing and playing Dota 2 now.  DOTA 2 Gameplay Screenshot
Source: Dota 2 is Free to Play and you can now customize your Heroes.
With the introduction of the Steam Workshop and the in-game store, you can create your own look from the wide selection of content created by the community. Stand out from the crowd with your favorite Hero. Customize yourself with a wide variety of cosmetic items to create the look you want, and make sure your enemies never forget who you are. You’ll earn items as you play, and every time your Battle Level increases. When you find your next favorite hero, trade those old clothes away for some new equipment. Opening with just shy of 200 items, this is just the start for the Dota store. It will keep expanding with new equipment, couriers, tools, bundles, and more cool stuff. Anything you purchase today will stay with you all through Dota 2, so you can make your purchases now or keep an eye out for what’s new coming from the Steam Workshop. When the store opened its doors today, Steam Workshop artists had already been hard at work. Over 80% of all the items in the store are from the community. The Steam Workshop allows artists in the community to create and upload content to be a part of the game. They receive a portion of each sale of that item. In Team Fortress 2, over $3.5 million has been paid out to Workshop contributors since the system went live in Fall of 2010. Don’t worry if you aren’t up for creating the content yourself. The Steam Workshop allows you to vote for content you would like to see in the game. It is important to Dota’s competitive design that all players have access to all Heroes and that players can’t purchase a competitive advantage. We solve that in a simple way, the game is free, all the Heroes are free, and items are earnable in-game. That means, you’ll never have to pay to play and win at Dota.
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| SmashMuck Champions Announces Closed Beta Posted: 01 Jun 2012 01:39 PM PDT Kiz Studios has announced that the closed beta for SmashMuck Champions has begun. Players wanting to guarantee a closed beta spot must sign up for a $5 PRO account at the official game site. The account also rewards 800 SmashBucks, Boosts, and other perks. SmashMuck Champions is a uniquely-themed MOBA, featuring 17 customizable champions, over 600 customizable items, 10 players per game, 5 arenas, and four unique game types. You can check out the game in our First Look video.  SmashMuck Champions Gameplay Screenshot
Source: GET SMASHED! Kiz Studios Announces SmashMuck Champions Closed Beta Atlanta, GA June 1, 2012 Are you looking for fast-paced action and intense arena combat? Do you have what it takes to be a Champion? Kiz Studios is excited to bring you the new online MOBA game, SmashMuck Champions! "SmashMuck Champions is the action packed, accessible MOBA we all secretly wished we were playing," says Ashley Johnson, President, Kiz Studios. "Our unique graphics, zany characters and action packed combat are unlike anything else out there." For those wishing to guarantee a spot in the closed beta, you must sign-up for your $5 PRO account at www.smashmuck.com and receive 800 SmashBucks, Boosts and more! GET SMASHED with us today! About SmashMuck Champions SmashMuck Champions is an online, arena combat game that combines action, skill and strategy while offering customizable champions, weapons, teams and combat experiences. SmashMuck Champions features: - Free to Play online multiplayer - 17 customizable champions each with unique skills, weapons and attacks - Fast paced combat - Up to 10 players per game - 5 interactive arenas - 4 Unique gametypes - Over 600 customizable in-game items - Worldwide leagues and rankings To follow SmashMuck Champions on Facebook click here
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| Double Events for Mythos This June Posted: 01 Jun 2012 01:28 PM PDT Mythos Global is doubling up with in-game and Facebook events for the month. In-Game, players can earn a Skill Reset Scroll, Stamina Potion, EXP Boost Potion, and other rewards for being one of the top five Crystal Defense players for the week. New accounts created in June will earn a +2 Upgrade to any tradeable item, which will also be given maximum sockets. Or strike a pose in a screenshot to earn a Stamina Potion, Relic Item, and Magical Rune Crest. On Facebook, players can screenshot what they like the most about the most recent Mythos Global update, and share it on the Fan page for a Stamina Juice and Luck Increase potion. Or be one of the first to post a screenshot that fits the posted scenario posted by staff to earn Superior Protection Aid and 5 Perfect Luck Potions. Round out your month by asking in-game questions on Facebook for the GMs to answer; players who stump GMs by having their questions unanswered will get a Skill Reset Scroll. Mythos Global is published by T3Fun, which also publishes Hellgate.  Mythos Gameplay Screenshot
Source: Mythos Global Welcomes Players Worldwide With Loads of Events and Prizes This June LOS ANGELES – June 1, 2012 – Hanbitsoft and T3Fun introduced the largest content update yet for their Action MMORPG Mythos Global in May. Many returning players and long-time fans have been knee-deep in the new zone, challenging the God of the Undead and exploring 23 new dungeons. A barrage of new players have also been populating the starting zones of Mythos. To celebrate the game's worldwide success, the Mythos team has created a line-up of events and prepared lots of prizes for all players. In-Game Events Crystal Defense – Crystal Defense is one of the new features in Mythos Global, in which players have to defend the Aura Crystal from a horde of monsters. Complete the challenge and be one of the top 5 for the week to win a Skill Reset Scroll, Stamina Potion, Exp Boost Potion, and a random "cool" reward! "Strike a Pose" – Relax for a while from the perilous dungeons and take a screenshot of your character doing an interesting, attractive or funny pose. The top 3 entries chosen by the GMs will win a Stamina Potion, Relic item, Magical Rune Crest, and a random reward. Visit Planet Uld – New players will receive a hearty welcome to Planet Uld. For the whole month of June, any new account created will receive a +2 upgrade to any tradable item of their choice! The item will also be given maximum sockets. Facebook Events Mythos Global is also conjuring a lot of events on their official Facebook fan page: "Patched Up Memories" – Players must simply take a screenshot of what they like the most about the new content update in Mythos Global, then post it on the fan page. All players who will do this will win a Stamina Juice and a Luck Increase Potion. It's that easy! Answer Me GM – Test the knowledge of GMs and players alike in Mythos. On the fan page, players can ask any in-game question and the GMs must answer it. All players whose questions remain unanswered will get a Skill Reset Scroll! "Online Bring Me" – Mythos Global is bringing a childhood game to its players. A scenario will be posted on the Facebook fan page of Mythos and players have to get a screenshot that follows the scenario. The first three players to post the required screenshot will win a Superior Protection Aid and 5 Perfect Luck Potions. By filling the month of June with events and treasure troves of prizes, players' will always have new challenges and things to do in Mythos Global. Visit Mythos Global's website at: http://mythos.t3fun.com/Home/Home.aspx for more information. Like the official Facebook fan page at http://www.facebook.com/mythosglobal to receive updates and to participate in our monthly events.
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| Hellgate Celebrates June Anniversary Posted: 01 Jun 2012 01:17 PM PDT T3Fun is celebrating Hellgate Global’s first anniversary with special events this June. Events this month are: - Conclave Within Hell: Visit Hellgate daily to earn special prizes; logging in on consecutive days increases your rewards. - Level Rush: Race your experience on the leaderboards to earn rewards for leveling the fastest and the farthest. - Anniversary Coins: Collect special coins from enemies which can be exchanged for prizes. - Anniversary Sale: Items in the cash shop will be on sale throughout the month, and will grant bonus items when purchased. T3Fun also publishes Mythos Global.  Hellgate Gameplay Screenshot
Source: Hellgate Global Celebrates a Hellacious Anniversary This June This June, Hellgate Global will be filled with rewarding events to celebrate the milestone LOS ANGELES – June 1, 2012 – T3fun today announced a torrent of new events for Hellgate Global in June to commemorate its one year anniversary. Players who brave the flames of Hell daily will be rewarded for their unwavering courage with tantalizing in-game prizes. To kick off this special month in Hellgate Global's history, coins will drop from the most sinister legions of Hell that players can exchange for rare goodies—there's enough to incite a worldwide demon hunt! Events this month include: Conclave Within Hell – The minions of Hell invade the humans' abode every day. Tireless and courageous crusaders who brave the demon-infested world of Hellgate daily will be greatly rewarded for their actions. Consecutive logs on specific days bring the promise of even better prizes! Level Rush – One of the most popular community events returns this month to satisfy the competitive nature of skilled level climbers. Those who manage to surpass the competition will be granted special rewards for their efforts. Anniversary Coins – With the forces of Hell growing by the day, humans have been protected by the ever-courageous players of Hellgate Global. To celebrate this one year anniversary of demon hunting, special coins will dropped by the forces of darkness which can be exchanged for big prizes. Hellgate Anniversary Sale – For the discerning shoppers, items in the Cash Shop will be put on sale for the whole month and players who purchase these sale items will get additional items for free! This is a rare opportunity for players to take advantage of. Hellgate Global continues to bring more exciting events to its players and with continued strong support from the community, the team promises to deliver even more thrills and excitement to everyone. It's time to gear up and strengthen that resolve against the legions of Hell. The fight for the survival of mankind is about to get even hotter! Visit the offical Hellgate Global site and start playing at http://hellgate.t3fun.com/home/home.aspx
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| MicroVolts Introduces North American Beta Server Posted: 01 Jun 2012 01:07 PM PDT Rock Hippo Productions has announced the launch of a special new server for MicroVolts players in North America. To celebrate the new server, plus the start of Euro 2102, a set of events will take place through June. The 1 Million RT Challenge lets players purchase a Euro Ball accessory for the team they think will win the cup; players who pick the winning team will split a 1 million RT pool and earn a permanent Euro Ball accessory. Players must pick a team by June 7. From June 7 until July 1, the Game Day Challenge will take place; this challenge is similar to the larger challenge but only relates to the day’s matches. All items will earn a bonus 1000MP, but the winning predictors will earn double their rewards. Clans can also show off their support for a particular team. Rock Hippo also publishes Brawl Busters.  Microvolts Gameplay Screenshot
Source: MICROVOLTS DEBUTS NEW SERVER TO GROWING NUMBER OF NORTH AMERICAN PLAYERS Variety Of New Events, Contests And Prizes Markham, Canada June 1, 2012 – Rock Hippo Productions Ltd. announced today it is making room in the Micro World with the launch of a brand new North American Beta Server for its popular cartoon style third-person shooter, MicroVolts as part of its latest MicroUpdate. To celebrate this new update and the start of the European Cup right around the corner, MicroVolts will host a variety of exciting events featuring all-new challenges and in-game prizes! To check out the new server and all of the events, players can visit www.MicroVolts.com. More MicroVolters means more servers, and to kick off the latest North American server as well as the start of Euro 2012, MicroVolts is launching an array of exciting events including two prize-grabbing challenges for players! In the 1 Million RT Challenge, players can purchase a Euro Ball accessory item that shows which team they think will win the cup. Players who predict the winning team correctly will get their equal share of 1 million RT plus a permanent Euro Ball Accessory item! The entry deadline is the morning of June 7th so players should submit their predictions now at http://mall.microvolts.com/eurocup.aspx From June 7th -July 1st, players can also participate in the Game Day Challenge, where every day players can purchase a Euro Ball accessory item to select which team they think will win in that day’s matches. All items include a bonus 1,000 MP, but if players predict correctly, they will double up on their rewards! Players who are super confident in their team can purchase more items to increase their winnings. Additionally, MicroVolts will be adding all-new Clan Logos for each of the Euro 2012 participating countries allowing players to show off which team their clan supports! MicroVolts’ Montage Mania event was such a huge success it was hard to pick a winner! This time around, the MicroVolts Team is leaving it up to the MicroVolts community to decide! Players can check out the MicroVolts’ YouTube page at http://www.youtube.com/microvolts to view the “MicroVolts Montage Mania: Final 12″ playlist to “Like” their favorite montage video. In addition, ever-observant MicroVolters that noticed a bit of a surprise “trollage” at the end of the last “Rumpus Room Ruckus” trailer, can look forward to the chance to exclusively win these quirky rage faces for their in-game character throughout the summer! To check out current and upcoming events, visit www.MicroVolts.com
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| CJ Internet Announces Sin Streets Posted: 01 Jun 2012 12:36 PM PDT CJ Internet (CJ E&M, also known as Netmarble), has announced the opening of its first North American office, located in Los Angeles, California. The new office will be known under “CJ Games Global,” and aims to expand the company’s audience further while adding new games to its roster. In addition, the company has announced Sin Streets. Described as an “urban online FPS,” Sin Streets is being developed from the same developer that created Sudden Attack (GameHi). Little else is known about the title, although a sneak peek is available on Facebook and at E3 next week. CJ Internet also publishes Uncharted Waters Online.  Sin Streets Concept Art
Source: CJ E&M Opens New US Office, Announces New FPS Title Sin Streets Top Korean Gaming Company Bolsters American Presence with Expanded Game Lineup SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA — June 1, 2012 — CJ E&M, a leading global entertainment company, today announced the opening of a new office in Los Angeles, California to strengthen their operating capacity in the United States. The US subsidiary, known as CJ Games Global, will allow the company to offer expanded support and service to a wider audience, and increase the number of top-quality games that CJ E&M can launch and offer to gamers everywhere. Bolstered by this new office, CJ E&M is announcing Sin Streets, a new urban online FPS, as the latest addition to its catalog. The success of CJ E&M's titles has allowed the company to focus on growing its operations in the US and elsewhere. These titles include such hits as Uncharted Waters Online, an MMORPG which has been in operation for over three years with many updates. The next title scheduled for release, the urban action shooter Sin Streets, is currently in development from the celebrated creators of Sudden Attack, and is scheduled to launch in Q3 2012. These games, and several others, will be on display at CJ Games Global's booth at E3 2012 in Los Angeles, June 5-7. Get a sneak peek at Sin Streets concept art on Facebook.
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| First Annual Midgard Exposition And Bazaar Arrives in Ragnarok Posted: 01 Jun 2012 11:57 AM PDT Ragnarok Online is celebrating its 9th anniversary with a special new event for players. This year, the Eden Group and Lighthalzen Chamber of Commerce is launching the 1st Annual Midgard Exposition and Bazaar. The Expo celebrates the defeat of Satan Morroc and the discovery of the New World; where the grounds are a recreation of the old town of Morroc. The theme this year is “Progress and Harmony for Midgard.” The expo will feature a special storyline and quests for players, although only level 70+ players will be able to see all the events and protect Midgard once again. Ragnarok Online is published by Gravity Interactive, which also publishes Maestia and Requiem.  Ragnarok Online: Midgard Exposition and Bazaar Invitation Source: RAGNAROK ONLINE KICKS OFF AN INTERNATIONAL 9TH ANNIVERSARY EVENT “Welcome to the Annual Midgard Exposition And Bazaar” Marina Del Rey, California -June 01, 2012 – Gravity Interactive, a publisher of exciting massive multiplayer online role-playing games (MMORPGs), launches their yearly tradition: an annual celebration for their wildly popular anchor title, Ragnarok Online. To celebrate the game’s nine years of service, “Where the Old Meets the New” is this year’s slogan in what is to be one of the biggest in-game celebrations to date for RO veterans! Players should run, not walk, to the official site and prepare for a day at the fair via Play Ragnarok Online, and join the community on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/playragnarok “We’re celebrating nine amazing years this summer and want to wish a happy birthday to Ragnarok Online,” said Jason Heimdallr Koerperich, Ragnarok Online Producer at Gravity Interactive. “Our players are diving into their summer for some hard earned fun and there’s plenty of celebrating going on in Midgard. ” Welcome to the 1st Annual Midgard Exposition And Bazaar. Presented by the Eden Group and the Lighthalzen Chamber of Commerce, this festive event is a grand Expo celebrating the defeat of the Demon, Satan Morroc, and the discovery of the New World. The Expo’s grounds are a painstakingly accurate recreation of the old town of Morroc where the Demon first appeared, and the theme of this year’s festivities is ‘Progress and Harmony for Midgard’. Adventurers are invited to visit the Expo, which has run into some … well, let’s just say … difficulties. During the course of their exploration of the Expo and its quests, players will be pulled into an unusual story where they will be aiding the Expo in getting up and running as well as unravelling a sinister secret that is lurking within the middle of otherwise peaceful fairgrounds. Players will need to be at least level 70 to experience the full breadth of the Expo events but no cutting in the ticket line! One thousand years of peace have reigned, and the world has forgotten the horrors of the age of myth; as in all things, peace can never last forever and evil waits patiently. Once friendly monsters turned aggressive; soon after followed demons attacking and the dead rising from their graves. Heroes appeared to beat back the invasions until the fateful day that Satan Morocc destroyed the peaceful town of Morroc with his freedom granted by the insane and corrupt humans of Midgard. The heroes re-gathered themselves and pushed back with everything they had but only a stalemate was possible. The delicate seals that protect the world from spilling into complete chaos weaken and break, and only the knowledge and power from the age of myth can save Midgard from certain doom. Can you and your allies push back the threat of total annihilation and protect Midgard from the final Ragnarok? Join now at Play Ragnarok Online, or follow the official Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/playragnarok
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| ROSE Online Celebrates Graduates Posted: 01 Jun 2012 11:29 AM PDT It’s graduation season, and Gravity Interactive is offering special grad-themed events in ROSE Online. Players can enjoy these special events until June 12, with unique gifts and limited edition quests found in Junon. Start by speaking with Adalric and completing his quests, then turning in extra credits to Mairard to earn a blue and purple graduation gown, cap, and 2012 Yearbook. Meanwhile, the Sunshine Coast will host graduation parties with dance parties, costume contests, screenshot contests, and more every day during the event. Gravity Interactive also publishes Ragnarok Online and Dragon Saga.  ROSE Online Gameplay Screenshot Source: ROSE ONLINE GRADUATES AT THE HEAD OF ITS CLASS Collect Your Yearbook Today! Marina del Rey, California – June 01, 2012 – Gravity Interactive, a publisher of exciting massive multiplayer online role-playing games (MMORPGs), is celebrating the success of another school year in ROSE Online. Starting now and running until June 12th, players can jump into the graduation events for quests and unique prizes, but hurry because these unique 2012 gifts won’t be available again! Players can bounce straight over to http://www.roseonlinegame.com/ and log in for the cutest summer celebration yet! Do you feel the summer heat coming? You know what that means: School’s Out! ROSE is celebrating graduation with in-game events, costumes, and more. Head back to Junon to reunite with former classmates for a hot hot party. All the residents of Junon are ready to celebrate this momentous day in ROSE’s history. Junon’s graduation journey begins by speaking with Adalric. Once players have completed his requests, turn in the “extra credits” to Mairard to receive a lovely blue and purple graduation gown and cap, along with a 2012 Yearbook. These items will not be seen again after June 12th, so hurry to the square before it’s too late. Head over to the Sunshine Coast to meet up with fellow players for the biggest celebrations on all of ROSE. Dance parties, costume contests, and much more await the players on a daily basis. Take a screen shot and post it to the official ROSE Online Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/playrose so other players can see your grad pride.
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