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General: Blacklight Retribution Closed Beta Dated

Posted: 06 Oct 2011 07:48 AM PDT

Perfect World Entertainment has announced that the closed beta for its MMOFPS, Blacklight Retribution, will officially kick off on November 10, 2011.

General: Castle Empire Mug Giveaway at RTSGuru

Posted: 06 Oct 2011 07:31 AM PDT

Looking for a stylish new mug for a frothy cold one at the end of a hard day's work? If so, head over to RTSGuru.com to sign on for the Castle Empire Mug Giveaway. Get ready to hoist in style!

Dark Age of Camelot: Virtue and Tradition

Posted: 06 Oct 2011 07:21 AM PDT

In a new developer post on the Dark Age of Camelot site, Kai Schroeber takes a walk down memory lane and reminds players of their early in-game experiences.

Rift: Trion Announces 'Red Door' Gateway

Posted: 06 Oct 2011 07:12 AM PDT

Trion has announced a new initiative called 'Red Door'. According to the press release, Red Door "will consist of a consumer platform and a full-scale publishing and development platform, based on the proprietary technology fueling Trion's games."

Rift: The Old Gods

Posted: 05 Oct 2011 04:42 PM PDT

In today's Chronicles of One Telaran, MMORPG.com's Paul Crilley takes readers on a tour of the Old Gods inhabiting the Telaran realms. Caedryn the Dwarf learns all there is to know about each of the oldies...but goodies or baddies, depending on your perspective. Read more and then leave us your comments.

The Secret World: Illuminating the Illuminati

Posted: 05 Oct 2011 03:08 PM PDT

In his latest column about The Secret World, MMORPG.com Managing Editor Bill Murphy shines the bright light of revelation on the ever-secret Illuminati. See what Bill's got to say about these folks who have even been accused of infiltrating The Simpsons. Read on!

General: Quests that Suck

Posted: 05 Oct 2011 02:54 PM PDT

In his latest column, MMORPG.com's own Coyote Sharptongue turns his laser gaze at the quest system in most MMOs. That's right: Those quests that "suck", to put it succinctly. See what Coyote has to say about quests and what makes some of them so crappy. Let us know what you think in the comments.

General: Free Players are Toxic

Posted: 05 Oct 2011 04:57 PM PDT

In the latest Devil's Advocate column, MMORPG.com Community Manager Mike Bitton takes umbrage at the notion that free players in converted MMO such as Lord of the Rings Online are somehow "toxic" and unwelcome by those who are either premium members or former subscribers. Check out Mike's ideas about the non-toxicity of free players in our latest Devil's Advocate column and then weigh in with your own thoughts in the comments.

Guild Wars 2: Closed Beta Before the End of the Year

Posted: 06 Oct 2011 06:26 AM PDT

Arena.Net's Colin Johansen has revealed (again) that the closed beta for Guild Wars 2 will likely kick off before the end of 2011.

General: Apple's Steve Jobs Passes Away at 56

Posted: 04 Oct 2011 07:21 PM PDT

While not specifically MMO related, it is important to the computing world in general that Apple's Steve Jobs has passed away at age 56.

Neverwinter: Game Shifting to Action MMO

Posted: 05 Oct 2011 04:00 PM PDT

According to a new report at PCIGN, Cryptic Studios and new owner Perfect World Entertainment are shifting the way that Neverwinter will be played.

WildStar: From Concept to Creature Part 2

Posted: 05 Oct 2011 02:43 PM PDT

The WildStar team has posted the second installment of its ongoing series of articles about the artwork that the game will feature. In today's post, Andy Cotnam shows the stages that concept art piece, Metal Maw, goes through in its journey to an in-game NPC.

Rift: Devs to Help Raise Money for Kids

Posted: 05 Oct 2011 02:39 PM PDT

The Rift and Trion teams have announced that they are working with Extra Life to help raise funds for the Children's Miracle Network.

City of Heroes: Free Jetpacks For All!

Posted: 05 Oct 2011 02:08 PM PDT

City of Heroes Freedom™ is the world's most popular super-powered MMO, that you can now play for free. Create your own Hero or Villain with completely customizable powers and millions of costume options. Soar across fantastic cities, journey to alternate dimensions, or team up to battle epic otherworldly creatures. Join millions of players as you take part in the greatest super-powered adventure.

EVE Online: Winter Expansion Details & News of a "Humbler CCP"

Posted: 05 Oct 2011 11:49 AM PDT

CCP Zulu has posted the latest EVE Online developer blog outlining the Winter 2011 Expansion and the "refocusing" of the game in the coming months. A second letter from CCP Hellmar is specifically addressed to those who are "disenchanted" with EVE and with CCP.

General: Elsword Introduces New Pet System

Posted: 05 Oct 2011 11:23 AM PDT

The Elsword Online team has sent word that a new pet system has been introduced into the game. Players can utilize pets beginning at level 10 with those pets having powerful attacks and buffs to assist the player.

League of Legends: Xerath, the Magus Ascendant

Posted: 05 Oct 2011 11:18 AM PDT

The League of Legends team is introducing the latest champion to enter the game. Called Xerath, the Magus Ascendant, the character is a "tough versatile mage" with the ability to become almost literally a siege tank.

Rappelz: Ascension Coming in November

Posted: 05 Oct 2011 09:32 AM PDT

As Rappelz gears up for its fifth anniversary, the dev team has announced that a new expansion, Ascension, will be launched in November.

Vindictus: Evie Enters the Fray in EU Retail Release

Posted: 05 Oct 2011 09:27 AM PDT

Nexon EU has announced that several new features have been added to Vindictus including the Evie playable character.
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Upcoming MMO Games in October

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Upcoming MMO Games in October


After the booming summer, comes the chilly Autumn. As is the climate, so is the games, I couldn't see the masterpiece in October so far. Wizardry Online seems special, but it's only JP limited. Sword Girls Online is a special games strong recommended by players in the column comments. Actually, the hope is in next month. GW2 cb test is coming.

Vindictus EU Officially Launches with Evy Joining in

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Vindictus EU Officially Launches with Evy Joining in


Nexon EU today announced the official launch of Vindictus in Europe and presented gamers a new character Evie.

Neverwinter Evolves to Full-fledged MMORPG

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Neverwinter Evolves to Full-fledged MMORPG


Now another Cryptic title Neverwinter confirmed to be further developed to a free-to-play full-fledged MMORPG.

RIFT 1.5 Ashes of History - Meridian Chronicle Walkthrough

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RIFT 1.5 Ashes of History - Meridian Chronicle Walkthrough


Rift 1.5, Ashes of History, kicked off yesterday with many players being rewarded with costume gear and bonus potions in their mailbox. In additional the game introduced character advancement for level 50's through Planar Attunement and the new story driven Chronicle encounters.
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Blacklight Retribution goes into Closed Beta on November 10

Posted: 06 Oct 2011 12:34 AM PDT

Perfect World unveiled today that its upcoming first-person shooter (FPS), Blacklight Retribution, will be going into closed beta on November 10, 2011. Select players will be invited into the closed beta on day one, followed by additional waves of players in the following weeks. “The development of Blacklight Retribution has been a hard earned labor [...]

Rappelz have announced a major new expansion, Rappelz Epic VII: Ascension

Posted: 05 Oct 2011 09:38 AM PDT

Five years ago, Rappelz had just entered beta in North America and now Rappelz have announced a major new expansion, Rappelz Epic VII: Ascension. Coming out mid-November, Ascension will introduce the Vulcanus Dungeon, a series of challenges. Players can enter the Vulcanus Dungeon through shrines located around the world and challenge the great Vulcanus at [...]

Nemexia 2.0 is going to be launched on October 12th

Posted: 05 Oct 2011 07:55 AM PDT

XS Software has unveiled that the official launch date of Nemexia 2.0 is going to be the next October 12th. Nemexia 2.0 comes with the next new features - New personal leading unit: the Admiral - The Admiral will gain experience with your help. Every gained battle point will increase his level - After level [...]

BitComposer Games is going to sell the physical version of Drakensang Online

Posted: 05 Oct 2011 06:23 AM PDT

BitComposer Games has secured the global rights to sell the physical version of Drakensang Online. In collaboration with Bigpoint, the Eschborn publishers will initially be releasing the popular action online RPG in a high-quality box in Germany, Switzerland and Austria the next November; a worldwide release is also being planned. Drakensang Online is a browser-based, [...]

GoalUnited 2012 is getting a new update

Posted: 05 Oct 2011 05:05 AM PDT

Goalunited 2012, the online football manager game, is getting the most comprehensive update of its short life. Starting today, managers all over the world and playing in 25 different language versions can use the new features as they compete against millions of other competitors for points or promotion in exciting league matches. Effective immediately, goalunited [...]

DC Universe Online has released its fifth update, The Fate of the Fortress

Posted: 05 Oct 2011 02:09 AM PDT

Sony Online Entertainment has introduced the fifth game update of DC Universe Online, The Fate of the Fortress, that is the second phase of three-part raid to stop Brainiac in his attempt to harness Kryptonian technology to destroy the Earth. The latest game update take place within the walls of the Fortress. Team up with [...]
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