| Revelation Online: Bear-Like 'Ursids' Profiled in Latest Developer Blog Posted: 16 Aug 2016 08:27 AM PDT The Revelation Online site has been updated with a new race profile. This time, the bear-like Ursids take center stage, a group that is tasked with the protection of the mountain forests of Ausgyth. |
| Sea of Thieves: Inn-Side Story #2 Talks Community & Launching on PC Posted: 16 Aug 2016 08:21 AM PDT Sea of Thieves developers Ted Timmins and Joe Neate talk about opportunities they've discovered for launching the game on PC. For instance, ongoing communication between Rare and the community will be integral to the PC launch as will remaining transparent and being honest. Building a relationship is paramount, scary as it may seem at first. |
| Paragon: Open Beta Begins for PC & PlayStation 4 Posted: 15 Aug 2016 04:51 PM PDT Epic Games has announced that it's 5v5 MOBA Paragon has officially entered its open beta phase of development. Paragon heroes are all free to play and the only way to earn cards is via in-game activity. Leveling heroes unlocks new card packs, taunts and other rewards. |
| Shroud of the Avatar: A Big Month for Contributions & 'Stricter Standards' Posted: 16 Aug 2016 07:42 AM PDT Shroud of the Avatar's Richard Garriott has participated in a brief interview with Polygon to talk about how the game has entered a "blurry state" between Early Access and launch. Though SotA is not quite ready to say "launched", the team is applying launch standards to its player base. |
| Rift: Starfall Prophecy Expansion Ready for Pre-Order Posted: 16 Aug 2016 07:14 AM PDT Rift players can now pre-order the Starfall Prophecy expansion by choosing between the Digital Deluxe Edition for $59.99 and the Digital Standard Edition for $39.99. Each comes with a level 65 boost, a special in-game title, Daily Starfall Prophecy Tokens that can be traded for special items, and access to legendary abilities, five new zones, two dungeons and more. The Digital Deluxe Edition also includes a mount, a portrait frame and Asha Catari's Raiment. |
| Dark and Light: How Snail Games Kept Hope Alive for 12 Long Years Posted: 14 Aug 2016 05:27 PM PDT The announcement that Snail Games would be bringing Dark & Light to the world in the very near future caught many fans off guard. We took the opportunity to reach out to Product Manager Shen Yan to learn more about Dark & Light, how it's changed over the years and what players can expect in what developers call "even more of a sandbox" than ever before. |
| Flyff Gold: Turning Point Part 1 Expansion Released Posted: 16 Aug 2016 07:08 AM PDT Flyff has expanded yet again with the release of the Turning Point Part 1 update according to a press announcement from Webzen. Both European and North American servers have been patched with the expanded content that includes a level cap increase to 155, a new dungeon called Rhisis' Trail for high level players, an overhauled card upgrade system that also brings new cards into the game. Lastly players can take part in the game in English, French or German. |
| General: The Surge - ARPG Combat Mechanics Detailed in New Blog Posted: 16 Aug 2016 05:03 AM PDT The Surge and its combat mechanics are the subject of a new post on the PlayStation Blog. Penned by Deck 13's Jan Klose, the article goes into brief detail about combat mechanics and how crafting will be integral to the overall experience in the forthcoming ARPG. |
| General: MSI Introduces New Nvidia GTX 10 Laptops Posted: 14 Aug 2016 05:00 PM PDT MSI Computer Corporation is ready to unleash a new line of laptop computers that feature Nvidia's GeForce GTX 10 Series GPU. The Pascal GPU line is VR-ready and prepared to enhance gamers' experiences with top of the line mobile technology. |
| General: Space Wars: Interstellar Empires - Early Access in December Posted: 14 Aug 2016 05:21 PM PDT Space Wars: Interstellar Empires, currently in development by Desert Owl Games, will be ready to blast off into Early Access in December 2016. PC, Mac and Linux users will be able to try out the tactical strategy MMO during PAX this year. |
| General: Elder Scrolls 5 Skyrim - Console Remaster Ready for Preorder Posted: 15 Aug 2016 03:05 PM PDT The remastered console versions of Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim are now available for preorder. Both the PlayStation 4 and XBox One versions will run $59.99. The game will be playable on October 28th. |
| The Secret World: Fusang Projects Updated with New Quests & More Posted: 15 Aug 2016 02:07 PM PDT The Secret World has a brief blog post about one of the latest updates to the game. With one of the more recent patches, the Fusang Projects have been updated to grant two new missions, Facility Offense and Facility Defense. |
| Duelyst: Denizens of Shim'zar Expansion Coming August 30th Posted: 15 Aug 2016 01:16 PM PDT Duelyst will be expanding on August 30th with the release of Denizens of Shim'zar. The new expansion will bring new units, spells and tokens to the game and is available for pre-order beginning today. |
| General: Virtus Gaming - A Brand New Social Media Platform for MMO Gamers & Devs Posted: 15 Aug 2016 11:01 AM PDT Virtus Gaming is an upcoming brand new social media platform for MMO gamers and developers. We caught up with the network's founder Drew Duncan, to chat about what makes Virtus different from the seemingly endless also rans, and why he thinks Virtus will succeed where others failed. |
| World of Warcraft: Blizzard Unveils Middle School Novel Cover Posted: 15 Aug 2016 11:36 AM PDT Blizzard Entertainment is prepping youngsters for the imminent arrival of its World of Warcraft-themed novels. The first book is called "Traveler" and is penned by Greg Weisman. It will be ready for release on October 25th. |
| Destiny: Rise of Iron Expansion Preorders Open Posted: 15 Aug 2016 10:56 AM PDT Bungie has finally revealed the preorder details for the next Destiny expansion, long rumored, now confirmed. Called Rise of Iron, the expansion features a new story line set in the Plaguelands, a brand new location on Earth. Players will face off against a new faction of the Fallen Devils and learn about the Iron Lords. The expansion will also come complete with new weapons, armor, gear and 3-player cooperative Strike mode, new Crucible multiplayer and a new 6-player raid. |
| LawBreakers: Alpha Phase 1 Ends - Infographic & Community Video Released Posted: 15 Aug 2016 10:48 AM PDT Boss Key Studios has released a pair of interesting items to mark the successful completion of Alpha Phase 1 for LawBreakers. The team will be working on the next phase of development that will include many of the community's suggestions. |
| Destiny: The Collection Edition to Launch September 20th Posted: 15 Aug 2016 10:36 AM PDT Bungie has announced that a new PlayStation 4 / XBox One edition of Destiny will be available on September 20th. Called The Collection, the new edition will include the Rise of Iron expansion and all other available DLC. |
| Pirate101: What happened last week in Pirate101? Posted: 15 Aug 2016 02:43 AM PDT Last week for Arrrgust in Pirate101, Pirates could redeem the "lostmehand" code for a free Captain's Hook with a rare chance at getting Captain Blood's Hook weapon. The Captain Blood's Hook is great for pirates who are Level 35 and above. It's a rare drop from the Miranda dungeon in Cool Ranch. |
| General: Shadowgun Legends MMOFPS Coming from Madfinger + Trailer Posted: 15 Aug 2016 09:22 AM PDT Shadowgun Legends is a new MMOFPS being developed by former Behaviour Interactive dev, Miguel Caron and his new company MadFinger Games. The announcement of Shadowgun Legends comes alongside a brand spanking new trailer. Caron and team consider Shadowgun Legends a console experience for mobile devices. |
