MMORPG News

MMORPG News

Torment: Tides of Numenera - The "Jack Class" Explored in Newly Released Video

Posted: 30 Nov 2016 07:21 AM PST

One of the roles players can take on in Torment: Tides of Numenera is that of the "Jack", ostensibly named for a "Jack of All Trades" archetype. Considered a versatile fighter that can utilize a number of skills across categories, the Jack can be a formidable opponent. Check out the Jack class and let us know what you think.

- One Tower Micro-MOBA Launches Into Steam Early Access

Posted: 30 Nov 2016 07:16 AM PST

Indie development studio SkyReacher has sent word that its first game, One Tower, has launched into Steam Early Access. Considered a "micro-MOBA", One Tower combines elements from RTS and RPG games and allows players to customize minion waves and command heroes in a head-to-head battle for dominance.

Albion Online - The Lore of the Keepers Explored in New Trailer

Posted: 30 Nov 2016 07:09 AM PST

The Albion Online team has sent out a new trailer that is sure to appeal to lore hounds everywhere. In the new video, the Keepers and their role in the world is explored. The Keepers are the original inhabitants of the world and occupy the forests, spending their time protecting the land from invaders through the use of natural magic. Check out their video to learn more.

World of Warcraft - Lead Quest Designer Heads to Team Hearthstone

Posted: 30 Nov 2016 06:57 AM PST

World of Warcraft Lead Quest Designer David Kosak has announced via his personal Twitter account that he has moved from WoW to Hearthstone. What his duties there will be remains to be seen but Kosak marks another long-time WoW team member to depart over the past year.

Star Wars: The Old Republic - Knights of the Eternal Throne Impressions

Posted: 30 Nov 2016 06:00 AM PST

You know things are going well when you have to force yourself to put the game down to make a deadline. Back when I wrote my impressions of Knights of the Fallen Empire, I commented that the expansion "starts off with a bang and just doesn't let go." and the same is true for Knights of the Eternal Throne.

- VR Re-evaluated as 'Biggest Loser' for 2016 Holiday Sales

Posted: 30 Nov 2016 05:16 AM PST

SuperData, an industry trends research firm, has revised its holiday forecast for the VR sector noting its struggling sales and calling it the "biggest loser" for the year. Speaking to GamesIndustry.biz, SuperData indicated that the notably lower-than-expected sales and the fragmentation of the title line up alongside the competing peripherals contributed to the sluggish sales.

The Dwarves - Day 1 Patch to Address Console Performance Issues

Posted: 30 Nov 2016 03:31 AM PST

THQ Nordic has sent word that a Day 1 patch for The Dwarves will be deployed specifically targeting issues with console performance on both XBox One and PlayStation 4. Performance optimizations, graphical improvements and other general improvements will also be added alongside bug fixes. The patch will weigh in at 7.1 Gb for PS4 and 3 Gb for XB1.

No Man's Sky - Hello Games Cleared of Advertising Complaints By UK's ASA

Posted: 30 Nov 2016 03:23 AM PST

Hello Games has been cleared of all registered complaints that its Steam promotional advertising for No Man's Sky was in any way misleading. All claims against the company have been dismissed and no further review will be necessary by the Advertising Standards Authority (UK).

Riders of Icarus - Ranger's Fury Update to Arrive in December

Posted: 29 Nov 2016 03:48 PM PST

December is often about opening gifts and Nexon has a big on in store for Riders of Icarus players in the form of the Ranger's Fury update heading into the game on December 15th. New content includes a new level cap of fifty, a big new desert biome and the new Ranger class that combines long range and melee combat styles. Tamers can also look forward to nine new creatures to capture.

Elder Scrolls Online - Crown Crates to be Deployed on December 1st

Posted: 29 Nov 2016 10:59 AM PST

The Elder Scrolls Online site has been updated with notification that the sometimes controversial Crown Crates will be deployed into the in-game shop on Thursday, December 1st. Crown Crates are filled with a random selection of items that will be changed on a seasonal basis. The controversy surrounding Crown Crates has centered around the random nature of which items are within the crate.

Black Desert Online - What You Need to Know About Tomorrow's New World Update

Posted: 29 Nov 2016 10:43 AM PST

Kakao Games has published a new FAQ on the Black Desert Online site that gives players a handy guide to "New World", the next major update coming on Wednesday, November 30th. New World is BDO's version of regional mega servers. The move is being made to better facilitate Siege Wars and to revitalize the in-game economy.

- Five Great Ideas That Came From Shut Down MMOs

Posted: 29 Nov 2016 10:00 AM PST

Just because a game closes does not mean a gameplay mechanic does not change MMOs or how we think about current game play. Let's look at a list of game ideas that really worked well, despite the end of their run.

Star Wars: The Old Republic - Dark & Light Achievements Wiped, Rewards Still Incoming

Posted: 29 Nov 2016 09:51 AM PST

The Star Wars: The Old Republic forum has an interesting thread with regard to the revelation that achievements from the recent Dark vs Light event have been wiped with today's head start for Knights of the Eternal Throne DLC. According to a post by Community Manager Eric Musco, however, players can be reassured that all event rewards will be sent out on Friday as expected.

ArcheAge - Revelation Arrives on Public Test Server

Posted: 29 Nov 2016 09:38 AM PST

ArcheAge players interested in helping test the upcoming Revelation content update, so-called "Revelation 3.0", can do so beginning today. Trion's community team has posted the PTR server schedule for testing opportunities between today and December 8th.

- 4 Surprisingly Awesome Things about Watch Dogs 2 on PC

Posted: 29 Nov 2016 09:30 AM PST

Watch Dogs 2 is out today on PC, though it's been out for a couple of weeks on consoles. While critics and players alike are lauding it as a far better game than its forbear, we thought we'd spend a little time today talking about the game's multiplayer - a seamless online experience that an MMO gamer might find enticing.

Hearthstone: Heroes of Warcraft - This Week's Tournaments at Good Gaming + Tempo Mage Deck

Posted: 29 Nov 2016 09:23 AM PST

The folks at Good Gaming have a new line up of Hearthstone tournaments for both European and North American tournaments this week. EU Series 5 / 6 / 7 8 / 9 are active for players with prize packages of $1000 / $6000 / $750 / $750 / $1500 respectively. NA Series 5 / 6 / 7 / 8 are available for $1000 / $750 / $3500 / $750 respectively.

Gigantic - Open Beta for XB1 & Windows 10 to Start December 8th

Posted: 29 Nov 2016 09:00 AM PST

Perfect World Entertainment and Motiga have big news for Gigantic fans: The XBox One and Windows 10 versions of the game will enter open beta on December 8th as part of Microsoft's Game Preview Program. Players will be able to experience the MOBA with others in true cross-platform game play.

- Hand of Fate 2 Headed to PS4 as Well as XB1

Posted: 29 Nov 2016 08:00 AM PST

Defiant Development has announced that Hand of Fate 2 will be released for PlayStation 4 alongside the previously announced XBox One version. In addition to similar game play to the original Hand of Fate, the sequel will include companions, the first of whom is Captain Estrella Fiore. She is a ranged fighter who will remain with the player as long as the pair maintain similar interests.

Camelot Unchained - Hurry Up & Wait

Posted: 29 Nov 2016 08:00 AM PST

This week Timothy Eisen talks beta pains, launch pressures and makes a few Camelot Unchained predictions for 2017.

Osiris: New Dawn - Team Grows, Development Responds to Player Feedback

Posted: 29 Nov 2016 07:43 AM PST

An extensive developer update has been posted to the Osiris: New Dawn Steam page to give Early Access players a look at what the team has been working on most recently and what is in the pipeline for the immediate future. Of particular note is the announcement that the team has grown from two to ten, hopefully to increase production.
Posted by Shri Krishna

Total Pageviews

statcounter

View My Stats