MMORPG News

TERA: TERA Busts 10 MMO Myths
World of Warcraft: Warcraft Movie Trailer to Debut at Blizzcon
General: Nexon Sells Off All NCSoft Shares
Tree of Savior: Next CBT Event Open to All
WildStar: Shade's Eve to Begin October 19th
Devilian: Closed Beta Key Giveaway!
Crowfall: How to Win the Crowfall Cawstume Contest
Devilian: First Closed Beta Event Dated for October 22-26
Trove: Mac Launch Day Arrives
Chronicles of Elyria: Crafting & Professions
Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn: With 3.1 Less Than a Month Away, Devs Preview Main Scenario
Neverwinter: A Peek into the Underdark
Star Trek Online: Season 11 - New Dawn to Take Off on October 27th
Dragomon Hunter: Closed Beta Kicks Off, More Testers to be Added Soon
Pirate101: Put On Your Dancin' Shoes for a Third Party Celebration
WildStar: Guide to Hoverboard zPrix Invitational and Power, Prestige & PvP
Fallout 4: New Live Action Trailer Welcomes Us Home

Posted: 15 Oct 2015 01:43 PM PDT

It's hard to believe that MMORPGs once used to be the new kids on the gaming block. Today, they are the veterans of online games, and as such, have accumulated a number of myths over the years. MMO fans and critics alike have built up perceptions of the genre that are now practically set in stone. TERA, the action combat MMORPG published by En Masse Entertainment was built to bust those myths. Let's take a look at 10 MMO myths and see how TERA strives to break the mold.

World of Warcraft: Warcraft Movie Trailer to Debut at Blizzcon

Posted: 16 Oct 2015 05:48 AM PDT

According to 2P.com, the first trailer for the Warcraft movie is set to debut during Blizzcon 2015. The information was posted on the Warcraft Movie Chinese Twitter (sadly not linked by 2P) and indicates that the trailer will be shown on November 6th.

General: Nexon Sells Off All NCSoft Shares

Posted: 16 Oct 2015 05:38 AM PDT

MMOCulture is reporting that Nexon has ordered the immediate sale of all its shares of NCSoft. The partnership between the two began in 2012 when Nexon became the largest NCSoft shareholder.

Tree of Savior: Next CBT Event Open to All

Posted: 16 Oct 2015 04:37 AM PDT

Steparu.com is reporting that the second Tree of Savior Online English language closed beta event is open to all as long as fans and potential testers sign up by the required deadline of October 19th.

WildStar: Shade's Eve to Begin October 19th

Posted: 15 Oct 2015 02:41 PM PDT

Carbine Studios has a new 'deep dive' on the official WildStar site to introduce players to Shade's Eve. To kick off the festivities, Carbine has released a trailer to show off all that Shade's Eve embodies.

Devilian: Closed Beta Key Giveaway!

Posted: 15 Oct 2015 01:31 PM PDT

MMORPG.com has been give closed beta keys for Trion's all new persistant world action RPG - "Devilian" - a game where you can spread your wings, sharpen your steel, and unleash the devil within! Get your closed beta key now while supplies last!

Crowfall: How to Win the Crowfall Cawstume Contest

Posted: 14 Oct 2015 12:27 PM PDT

Cosplay is a topic that I hold near and dear to my heart. So when ArtCraft Entertainment announced the new Crowfall "Cawstume" contest last week, I got a little more excited than I probably should have.

Devilian: First Closed Beta Event Dated for October 22-26

Posted: 15 Oct 2015 01:13 PM PDT

Trion's action-MMO, Devilian, has announced that the first closed beta event is slated for October 22nd-26th. Beta keys will be offered through the Devilian social networks as well as through partner websites. Guaranteed access is, of course, granted to Founder's Pack owners who are also currently playing in the alpha.

Trove: Mac Launch Day Arrives

Posted: 15 Oct 2015 12:51 PM PDT

Trion Worlds has announced that Mac launch day for Trove has finally arrived. Mac players will have twelve classes from which to choose with the promise of more to come.

Chronicles of Elyria: Crafting & Professions

Posted: 15 Oct 2015 12:15 PM PDT

Learn about how Chronicles of Elyria uses skill challenges, item specialization, component-based construction, and recyclable materials to create an immersive, customizable crafting system.

Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn: With 3.1 Less Than a Month Away, Devs Preview Main Scenario

Posted: 15 Oct 2015 11:46 AM PDT

The Final Fantasy XIV site has been updated with a new preview of the main story scenario that players will find when the v3.1 "As Goes Light, So Goes Darkness" update goes live in less than a month. In addition, a small preview of the Void Ark 24-player raid has been published.

Neverwinter: A Peek into the Underdark

Posted: 14 Oct 2015 03:07 PM PDT

Due out later this fall on the PC, Underdark, is the newest Module for Neverwinter. Underdark is tied in neatly with the current Wizards of the Coast season Rage of Demons. Last week Rob talked to lead game designer Scott Shicoff to find out what all this module entailed. Read on to see what we learned besides the fact that Scott is a huge Electric Mayhem and the Muppets fan.

Star Trek Online: Season 11 - New Dawn to Take Off on October 27th

Posted: 15 Oct 2015 10:09 AM PDT

Cryptic Studios and Perfect World Entertainment have announced that Star Trek Online will launch its next major story arc on October 27th. Season 11: New Dawn will see players embark on a new journey taking place immediately after the tragic events that brought the Iconian War to a close.

Dragomon Hunter: Closed Beta Kicks Off, More Testers to be Added Soon

Posted: 15 Oct 2015 09:47 AM PDT

Dragomon Hunter is now officially in closed beta testing. Those who have yet to be selected for inclusion in the CBT need not fret: More testers will be drawn from the pool of potential players who have already signed up on the game's official site. To celebrate the start of the CBT, Aeria Games has released a brand new trailer.

Pirate101: Put On Your Dancin' Shoes for a Third Party Celebration

Posted: 15 Oct 2015 09:08 AM PDT

Pirate101 is turning three years old this month and players have a chance to participate in the celebration with decorations and prize boxes. In addition, using the gift code "3rdPirateParty", players can get their hands on a free Karma Chameleon, a birthday eyepatch, a "parrrty" hat, and two celebratory pet snacks.

WildStar: Guide to Hoverboard zPrix Invitational and Power, Prestige & PvP

Posted: 14 Oct 2015 12:11 PM PDT

Not satisfied with Shade's Eve, WildStar's gaining two more in-game events over the next two weeks. Buckle up for the Hoverboard zPrix Invitational, and grab your weapon of choice for Power, Prestige & PvP!