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EverQuest Next: Rivals' Features for EQ Next, Part 1

Posted: 04 Dec 2014 03:01 PM PST

Rivals

Hey folks! We'll be taking a bit of a detour today from our regularly scheduled updates of Landmark to discuss the future of Everquest Next. It's not a real future for Everquest Next, but an imagined future where Everquest Next launches with some features thrown in there adapted from other games.

TERA: Rising: The Fate of Arun be BAM’ed!

Posted: 04 Dec 2014 12:27 PM PST

The Fate of Arun be BAM

Northern Arun has long been shrouded in mystery and cut off from the rest of the world. Fate of Arun, the first Expansion to TERA, takes you to the undiscovered homeland of the barakas to explore savage jungles and colossal ruins. A land full of fearsome enemies and potentially new allies in need your help to throw off the yoke of tyranny.

Black Desert: North America & EU Versions to be Published in 2015 by Daum

Posted: 05 Dec 2014 01:56 AM PST

North America & EU Versions to be Published in 2015 by Daum

In one of the week's more interesting news items, Daum held a press conference in Korea earlier today where it was announced that it would be publishing Black Desert in both North America and the EU and that the game will arrive in the West sometime in 2015.

World of Warcraft: Rob Lashley Talks with Andie Bolt About WoW Mom

Posted: 03 Dec 2014 04:13 PM PST

Rob Lashley Talks with Andie Bolt About WoW Mom

WoW Mom is an emotional documentary being made by Andie Bolt that chronicles her mother's journey through cancer treatment...and through Warlords of Draenor. The project is currently seeking KickStarter funding to complete. Our own Rob Lashley had the opportunity to sit down and chat with Andie and her mother Terry. A great time was had by all. It's definitely a video interview you won't want to miss.

Dungeons & Dragons Online: Diving into the Heart of Madness

Posted: 04 Dec 2014 12:10 PM PST

Diving into the Heart of Madness

The Heart of Madness, Update 24, is Dungeon and Dragons Online's most recent addition. There will be three Xoriat themed dungeons in Eberron, and one new free Wizards of the Coast dungeon based on the Tyranny of Dragons story line. There are also some great system updates, such as Weapon Auras, Monster Champions and newly upgraded Barbarian enhancement trees.

Star Wars: The Old Republic: The Value of 12X Class XP

Posted: 03 Dec 2014 03:11 PM PST

The Value of 12X Class XP

With the launch of early access for Shadow of Revan on Tuesday, Star Wars: the Old Republic retired a subscriber perk that had allowed hordes of filthy casuals like myself to finally get through each class story and have a character at the now-previous level cap. Today's article is about that perk and whether it ultimately had value to the game.

TERA: Rising: The Coliseum is PVP for PVE Fans

Posted: 04 Dec 2014 10:20 AM PST

The Coliseum is PVP for PVE Fans

Coliseum is a competitive mode that places two teams of three players each in opposition to one another in a timed battle to kill as many BAMs (Big Ass Monsters) as possible within a given time frame. Set up to cater to players from levels 60-65, gear is equalized on entering the match which consists of three five-minute rounds.

Elder Scrolls Online: Update 6 Headed to PTS in January, Console Versions Coming

Posted: 04 Dec 2014 10:37 AM PST

Update 6 Headed to PTS in January, Console Versions Coming

The latest "Road Ahead" has been published on the Elder Scrolls Online site. The article begins with a retrospective look back at all the team has accomplished in the last several months and then starts a long look at what is yet to come. Of most notable interest is the news that Update 6 will be heading to the public test server in January and that, while no release date is yet set for console versions, they are closing in.

World of Warcraft: Grouping Up

Posted: 03 Dec 2014 03:03 PM PST

Grouping Up

Much has occurred since my inaugural column on World of Warcraft. I've managed to climb to the giddy heights of level 100, tearing through the Spires of Arak and rolling hills of Nagrand on my way. I've improved my garrison, expanding it to the maximum size possible and recruiting new followers. And I've been diving into group content, from dungeons through to heroics and even the Molten Core Raid.

General: Shadowrun: Dragonfall Now on iPad & Android Tablets

Posted: 04 Dec 2014 08:44 AM PST

Shadowrun: Dragonfall Now on iPad & Android Tablets

Harebrained Schemes has announced that Shadowrun: Dragonfall is now available for both iPad and Android tablets. The game can be purchased via the App Store for iPad and via Google Play for Android tablets for a modest $6.99.

General: A Question of Value

Posted: 03 Dec 2014 02:59 PM PST

A Question of Value

At MMORPG.com we have 5 categories that we use to rate MMOs and RPGs: Gameplay, Visuals and Sound, Polish, Longevity, Value. For the MMO variants we add a sixth category Social into the mix. While all categories are inherently subjective, across all mediums each reviewer brings their own personal bias to a review whether they are attempting to remain impartial or not, I've recently been spending a great deal of time contemplating the subjective nature of our value scores.

General: 2K Forms Hangar 13, RPG in the Works?

Posted: 04 Dec 2014 06:56 AM PST

2K Forms Hangar 13, RPG in the Works?

2k Games has announced the formation of a new 'in house' studio called Hangar 13. The studio is run by industry veteran Haden Blackman who has worked for Lucas Arts and written for a variety of Star Wars titles. In addition, Blackman is an award-winning author, most notably on the DC Comics Batwoman series.
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