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General: School of Dragons Expands with Return to Dragon Island

Posted: 24 Jun 2016 08:20 AM PDT

Kid-centric MMO School of Dragons has a new expansion for players to explore. Called "Return to Dragon Island", new content includes new dragons and content based on the Netflix original series Dreamworks Dragons: Race to the Edge.

Blade & Soul: Costume Design Contest 2016 Begins

Posted: 24 Jun 2016 07:58 AM PDT

Blade & Soul players with a creative bent will want to check out all of the details about this year's Costume Design Contest. One outfit will be chosen to have their design included as an in-game costume. There are a number of requirements that need to be met in order to enter the contest, so be sure to swing by the Blade & Soul site to learn more.

General: Game On #85 - E3 2016 in RPGs and MMOs

Posted: 24 Jun 2016 07:44 AM PDT

Welcome back to Game On! This week, Chris, Ryan, and Braxwolf break down all the biggest news of video games' biggest week: E3! Over the hour, they go over all of the conferences, talk about their favorite games and reveals, and decide who the big winners of the show actually were. You won't want to miss it!

War Thunder: First Player-Created Skin Added to the Game via RevShare

Posted: 24 Jun 2016 07:25 AM PDT

Gaijin Entertainment recently released the War Thunder Content Development Kit for the community to utilize in the creation of new textures for pre-existing vehicles in the game. To date, more than a dozen skins have been submitted to the War Thunder Live, the content sharing platform, for assessment by the development team for possible inclusion in the game.

Chronicles of Elyria: Soulbound's First Test

Posted: 23 Jun 2016 10:13 AM PDT

MMORPGs are a vile demon. It's almost as if they, by their own nature, are determined to destroy all those who dare attempt to work on them. They do not discriminate, they take all souls and their hunger never ceases. The demon that is Chronicles of Elyria (COE) is no exception. Just days removed from their Kickstarter COE challenged Soulbound Studios! Did they overcome it or fall victim like so many before them? All that and more in this week's COE column!

Necropolis: Collector's Edition Now Available for Pre-Order

Posted: 24 Jun 2016 06:15 AM PDT

Bandai Namco, Harebrained Schemes and Battletech PC have announced a new partnership agreement with iam8bit to bring a physical Collector's Edition of Necropolis to gamers everywhere. The CE is available for pre-order for $50 via the iam8bit shop. The CE comes as a vinyl soundtrack that also includes a game code.

Armored Warfare: Upcoming Competitive PvP Mode Detailed

Posted: 24 Jun 2016 06:06 AM PDT

The Armored Warfare site has been updated with a new developer blog from Competitive PvP Designer Kevin Lee that reveals the first information about a new PvP mode that will be heading into the game in the future.

The Incredible Adventures of Van Helsing 2: Headed to XBox One on July 1st

Posted: 24 Jun 2016 05:51 AM PDT

NeocoreGames has sent word that The Incredible Adventures of Van Helsing II will be arriving on XBox One on July 1st and will run $14.99. On release day, a pair of DLC will be made available for $0.99 each: a minipet and the Expurgator Set that grants a powerful wardrobe set. This release follows the release of Van Helsing I and marks two of three games in the trilogy available on XBox One.

Final Fantasy XV: First Official Movie Trailer Sparks Hype for Aug 19 Release

Posted: 24 Jun 2016 05:22 AM PDT

The first official English-language trailer for Kingsglaive: Final Fantasy XV, a movie version based on the soon-to-be released game, has arrived. The video provides a bit of background for the movie, as well as a look at the characters. Kingsglaive: Final Fantasy XV will be released in select theaters across the US on August 19th and in Japan on July 9th.

Vainglory: Amazon AppStore Signs on as Platinum Sponsor

Posted: 24 Jun 2016 05:08 AM PDT

The Vainglory team has scored a major sponsor thanks to inking a deal with the Amazon AppStore. Amazon will be hosting tournament championships and will be rewarding players with big discounts and bonus Amazon Coins, the premium currency used to buy in-game items.

Camelot Unchained: Grouping with Other Players Coming Soon

Posted: 24 Jun 2016 04:57 AM PDT

The latest Camelot Unchained update has been released a day early that provides a fantastic look at how the art and environment teams are bringing the game to life. The update is packed with concept art, initial model screens and some finished products. Faction shields get a big look with each group's shield taking on a unique appearance.

The Banner Saga 2: New Survival Mode Debuts

Posted: 24 Jun 2016 04:42 AM PDT

Stoic and Versus Evil have announced that a free content update called 'Survival Mode' has been released for Banner Saga 2. As the name implies, the new game feature allows players to assemble a team of heroes to take on enemies with a cost: Death of a hero in battle is permanent. Achieving certain levels of Victory, however, rewards Renown that can be used to unlock other heroes to replace those lost in battle.

Champions Online: Latest Update Streamlines Tailoring, Fees Lifted Temporarily

Posted: 24 Jun 2016 04:35 AM PDT

The Champions Online site has been updated with a note about an update applied to the game yesterday with a brand new, streamlined tailoring interface that has trimmed out a good deal of the costume categories and the disorganization / bloat that had become part of it over the years. As a result, players should be able to more quickly find costumes and have an easier time creating them.

General: Dragon's Dogma Online - Massive Update Coming to JP Version

Posted: 24 Jun 2016 02:21 AM PDT

Capcom has released a new trailer showing the content that is coming in the next major update to the Japanese version of Dragon's Dogma Online. Players will find three new classes, a housing system, the town level cap increased from 100 to 1,000, a new main storyline, new regions, dungeons, monsters, equipment and more.

General: Not So MMO But Very Cool - Civilization V Heading to School

Posted: 22 Jun 2016 06:48 PM PDT

Take-Two Interactive, 2K and Firaxis have announced a deal with GlassLab, a non-profit company that seeks to bring "high-impact games to make learning visible, to bring Sid Meier's Civilization V to high schools in North America beginning in 2017. Retagged "CivilizationEDU', the history-inspired RTS will give students a chance to use critical thinking skills to recreate historical events as well as assess the impact of decisions on social, economic and geopolitical segments of societies.

Revelation Online: New Cinematic Trailer Reveals Lore & History of the Wardens

Posted: 22 Jun 2016 05:26 PM PDT

My.com and NetEase have released a brand new trailer that gives fans a look at the history and lore behind Revelation Online. This particular trailer reveals the story behind the four remaining Wardens who must battle their own brother who has turned to Darkness.

Das Tal: Tutorial Area to Help New Players Ease Into the Game

Posted: 23 Jun 2016 03:35 PM PDT

As the Das Tal team prepares for the Summer Alpha on July 16th, and to assist the new players heading into the game, a new tutorial area has been added to introduce systems and features.

Elder Scrolls Online: Fully Localized Version Launches in Japan

Posted: 23 Jun 2016 02:03 PM PDT

Expanding its already successful deployment of Elder Scrolls Online, Zenimax announced yesterday that its fully localized version of the game has launched in Japan. The launch came about after a year's work with Japanese partner DMM. All elements of the game from text to UI elements to voice overs have all been translated into Japanese.

Crowfall: Zombie Surprise & the Art of Subsistence

Posted: 23 Jun 2016 01:56 PM PDT

The Crowfall site has been updated with an interesting new blog post that discusses how players will find subsistence in the world to be a real thing. Exertion in any form will cause a decay in the player's "food pool", some more than others. Regenerating the food pool comes by way of eating. Food can be dropped

World of Warcraft: Professions Q&A Wraps Up + Transmog System Update

Posted: 23 Jun 2016 01:43 PM PDT

Today's World of Warcraft live stream event featured a curated series of questions about how crafting and professions will be changing with the launch of the Legion expansion in September.

Black Desert Online: And The Wait Goes On - Sieges Postponed Again

Posted: 23 Jun 2016 01:17 PM PDT

The Black Desert Online team has posted a brief note to let players know that the Siege System is yet again delayed. It appears a pair of "problematic" bugs have cropped up that prevents deployment of the anticipated system. There is no estimated time on when these issues will be resolved or when the update will be released.

Final Fantasy XIV: Heavensward: Fan Festival

Posted: 22 Jun 2016 04:47 PM PDT

This year's North American Fan Festival is being held Friday October 14th, and Saturday October 15th at the Paris Las Vegas Hotel & Casino. Tickets are $135 for both days. With that $135 you'll get admission to the convention as well as a physical swag bag and in game goods. Those in games goods are a Rikku minion and a glamour outfit listed as a "secret" because they haven't finished it yet.

General: Steam Summer Sale Kicks Off

Posted: 23 Jun 2016 12:47 PM PDT

Crack out the wallet and dump out the penny jar because the Steam Summer Sale has officially kicked off. The sale will be ongoing through July 4th with some of the best gaming deals found all year long. Just about any genre you can think of is represented: Shooters, MMOs, RPGs, platformers...everything.

Shards Online: Steam Greenlight Campaign a Success!

Posted: 23 Jun 2016 12:30 PM PDT

Thanks to a vocal and supportive community, Shards Online has been successfully Greenlit on Steam. Project Lead Derek Brinkmann posted a brief note on the game's official site to thank the community for their support. According to the post, Shards will benefit from the Steam platform and be exposed to millions of potential players.

ARK: Survival Evolved: New Redwoods Biome Means Big is King

Posted: 23 Jun 2016 11:58 AM PDT

Ark: Survival Evolved is proving that bigger is, if not better, then at least scarier with the arrival of the Redwoods biome that not only brings in the gigantic trees of the same name, but also the Titanosaur. Players can literally build a mobile fortress on its back as it can carry structures, defenses and even other creatures as it rumbles through the landscape looking for veggies to nom.

General: Left Hand Path - Playing a Magic-Wielding Wizard in VR

Posted: 22 Jun 2016 01:39 PM PDT

Virtual Reality will become a huge talking point over the next few months. As more developers work on games in this creative platform we are starting to see some real gems emerge. Hugh Hancock is on here to talk about The Left Hand Path. A VR game where you can play a wizard using all kinds of magic.

Overwatch: Dominating the PC Charts in May, OW Generates $269M

Posted: 23 Jun 2016 10:58 AM PDT

Overwatch is dominating the PC gaming revenue market for the month of May by generating $269M on both PC and console. SuperData Research found that Overwatch's astronomical success has left prime competitor "Battleborn in the dust".

Twin Saga: MMObile Home Travel Arrives

Posted: 23 Jun 2016 10:49 AM PDT

In what has to be a first in the MMO-niche, Twin Saga players can now travel the game world in a mobile Terracottage, a three-story home on feet. Players can decorate it, craft inside and much more. Seeing is believing, so check out the video below before heading off to the Twin Saga site to learn more.

Star Wars: The Old Republic: Fight For Control of the Galaxy All Summer Long

Posted: 23 Jun 2016 10:43 AM PDT

Bioware and Lucasfilm are inviting all players to check into Star Wars: The Old Republic all summer long during an epic struggle between forces of the Light and forces of the Dark to win control of the galaxy. Players will be able to earn event-specific rewards themed around Dark or Light and can help their side become stronger via companion skills for the side dominating.
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