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Are MMO Gamers and Developers Genre-Fickle?

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Are MMO Gamers and Developers Genre-Fickle?


If I ask you to name 10 MMO games in 10 seconds, chances are, only 1 out of those 10 games are not in the medieval-fantasy genre (and I seriously mean chance, so you can stop trolling your answers now). This has been a question lingering in my mind for the longest time now. Are MMO gamers and developers fickle when it comes to selecting their desired genre?

New Features of Action MMORPG GunZ 2 Unveiled

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New Features of Action MMORPG GunZ 2 Unveiled


GunZ 2, the sequel to cinematic GunZ made its appearance at G-Star 2011 and released a teaser trailer. Today, more inforation is released regarding the combat system of this fast-paced action MMORPG.

Dota 2 Weekly Update No.8 - I’m The Brains!

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Dota 2 Weekly Update No.8 - I'm The Brains!


After 6 times inviting, did you guys get the keys? OK, fine. I'm not one of you who get the key. It's my luck. And today, Valve didn't show us more improvements about gameplay but only one hero - Alchemist.

War of the Immortals Closed Beta First Impression

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War of the Immortals Closed Beta First Impression


One thing I do need to commend them for a bit is the cash shop. It does have some items I know a lot of people will hate it for, but there is some good news to go with it. The game uses Zen for the cash shop, but Zen in game can be traded as a commodity between players.

RIFT 1.6 - Onslaught, Sourcewell and YOU!

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RIFT 1.6 - Onslaught, Sourcewell and YOU!


Hello everyone, Ember Isle brought a new style of gameplay into Rift! This is called Onslaught, a series of daily quests that are geographically specific and have you defend certain areas called sourcewells against invasions.

Torchlight 2 Delayed to 2012 for Further Polishment

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Torchlight 2 Delayed to 2012 for Further Polishment


Torchlight 2 won't release this year, according to Runic Games president Travis Baldree.

This Is Clearly The Best Way to Play Battlefield 3

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This Is Clearly The Best Way to Play Battlefield 3


If you had to imagine the best possible way to play Battlefield 3, I bet you would say something dumb like, "With a mouse and keyboard." But that's not the best way. The best way is inside an igloo tent with five projectors shining the game on the walls and paintball guns providing force feedback and a physical gun in your hands and a Kinect watching you, among other things.

Item/Gold Trading Will be Only Available in Adults-only Games in South Korea

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Item/Gold Trading Will be Only Available in Adults-only Games in South Korea


It is learnt that among the top 10 online games in South Korea, only Sudden Attack and TERA are adults-only games, and the rest are all-age, 12+ or 15+ ones. It's very likely that the new act will deal a rather heavy blow to item/gold trading sites once implemented.

Action MMORPG Path of Exile 2nd CBT Live!

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Action MMORPG Path of Exile 2nd CBT Live!


Indie game studio Grinding Gear Games has announced that their anticipated online action RPG, Path of Exile, has entered the second phase of its exclusive closed beta and will now open the beta up to significantly more testers.

GunZ the Second Duel

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GunZ the Second Duel


GunZ the Second Duel, the official sequel of GunZ the Duel, which is played by over 19 million global users.

Continue reading GunZ the Second Duel.

Sexy Girl Can Not Be Best Fighter? Roger Belgerius Arrives in Rusty Hearts

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Sexy Girl Can Not Be Best Fighter? Roger Belgerius Arrives in Rusty Hearts


Rusty Hearts, a 3D action MORPG published by the South Korean game company Windy Soft, has recently come up with a brand-new charming and sexy female character by the name of "Roger Belgerius".

WoW Transmogrification: Druid T1, T2 High Imitation Sets

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WoW Transmogrification: Druid T1, T2 High Imitation Sets


Since rumor has it that Patch 4.3 will launch equipment transmogrification system, players are begining to collect those good-looking sets in the past. Of course, if you wanna obtain authentic T1, T2 sets, you can go to Molten Core and Black Wing Lair. However, if you are Priest, and you wanna cosplay Mage, then the profession sets won't cater to your will.

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MMORPG Reviews

The Secret World has released a new video presenting the secret society of the Templars

Posted: 18 Nov 2011 10:04 AM PST

Funcom have released the latest video in the series that explore the secret societies of the Secret World, presenting the Templars. The Templars are perhaps the most known of the three secret societies, The Templars is the most uncompromising and traditional of the three in-game secret societies; based in London, the focus of the Templars [...]

Jagged Alliance Online has started its closed beta

Posted: 18 Nov 2011 09:08 AM PST

Gamigo‘s turn-based strategy MMO, Jagged Alliance Online, has started its closed beta testing. Selected strategists can now jump in and experience exciting battles for themselves. Features of Jagged Alliance Online at a glance: - Top-notch 3D graphics based on the Unity 3D engine - More than 100 missions in all corners of the world - [...]

War of the Immortals has launched a new video that spotlights the ranger class

Posted: 18 Nov 2011 08:26 AM PST

Perfect World Entertaintment has created a series of videos that will focus on each class of War of the Immortals. This week's spotlight showcases the Ranger's fighting prowess. Using their ranged weaponry, tactical knowledge, and lethal traps, the Ranger class should never be taken lightly. They are skilled warriors that have mastered the art of [...]

Pangya World Championship brings more than $15,000 in cash prizes

Posted: 18 Nov 2011 06:56 AM PST

SG Interactive will be participating in the annual Pangya World Championship, part of the renowned Thailand Game Show, held in Bangkok on Jan. 14, 2012. In preparation for PWC and to determine the top three players, Pangya United will host the Wiz City Tournament on Friday, Nov. 18. The top three players from the Wiz [...]

Mail.Ru Games has announced its new upcoming browser game, Farm Kingdom

Posted: 18 Nov 2011 06:21 AM PST

Mail.Ru Games, the creators of Allods Online and Juggernaut, has announced that is working on a new title called Farm Kingdom. This upcoming browser game will mainly focus on the cultivation and the creation of several things, besides also offer players the opportunity to spend time with various hobbies, including fishing. The CEO of Mail.Ru [...]

Hedone has released its 2nd developer diary

Posted: 18 Nov 2011 06:20 AM PST

Acony has released the second developer diary of Hedone presenting its new upcoming features. Hedone is a brand new F2P multiplayer online FPS, it combines the best elements of FPS games with new levels of immersion to create a unique and fully customizable gaming experience. Hedone introduces a bold and exciting new setting in addition [...]

DC Universe Online is going to release soon its second DLC, Lightning Strikes

Posted: 18 Nov 2011 04:04 AM PST

Sony Online Entertainment LLC will soon launch its second Downloadable Content  pack for DC Universe Online with the worldwide release of Lightning Strikes. Lightning Strikes introduces Electricity Powers, the game's eighth power set – and a new adventure starring the iconic speedster The Flash. New features of the new DLC: Central City – An all-new [...]

Eligium – The Chosen One closed Beta starts the next month, and has revealed some information of the game mounts

Posted: 18 Nov 2011 02:58 AM PST

Frogster has unveiled today that the closed beta of ELIGIUM – The Chosen One, starts the next december 19th, and has revealed some information of the game mounts. Every mount's primary function is to bring its rider to their point of destination, without the arduous task of walking across mountains to get there. However, in [...]
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MMORPG Videos

CrimeCraft: GangWars Official Trailer

Posted: 18 Nov 2011 08:14 AM PST

Vogster has announced that the next CrimeCraft expansion is set to be released on December 5th. Called "GangWars", the expansion is set in the aftermath of the Bleedout Campaign. Enjoy!

The Secret World: Templars Teaser Trailer

Posted: 18 Nov 2011 07:35 AM PST

Funcom has released a new trailer featuring the Templars, one of three secret societies from The Secret World. "The Templars are the old guard of The Secret World; ruthless and traditional they will use any means to fight the darkness." Check it out!

Eden Eternal: New Races Trailer

Posted: 18 Nov 2011 07:09 AM PST

The Eden Eternal team has released a new trailer featuring two new races that will be joining the MMO with the update scheduled to hit servers at the end of November. The video features the bear-like Ursun race as well as the cute Halfkin race. Check it out!
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General Gaming Article

Spotify Loses Over 200 Labels Following NPD Report

Posted: 18 Nov 2011 02:58 PM PST

spotifyA recent study from NPD Group and the National Music Business Association seems to have at least some record labels spooked. The report claims that streaming services like Spotify and Rdio are damaging actual music sales. In response, one distributor has pulled its 200+ music labels off of streaming service Spotify. 

STHoldings sought comment from the 238 labels it represented, and found that only 4 wanted to stay on Spotify. The remainder were removed. The distributor said in a statement that it was only doing what it felt was best for the artists. Spotify stands by its model, pointing out that many users were previously pirates, who generated no money for rights holders. There is also something to be said for the promotional angle of Spotify. 

The issue of royalty payments has been hotly contested, with massive disinformation spread online. Spotify contends that artists see large payouts, but the tide might be turning. The major labels own a stake in Spotify now, so if things start to look grim, be prepared for big changes. 

Zuckerberg Nearly Starts Panic Talking About Facebook IPO

Posted: 18 Nov 2011 02:42 PM PST

fbAccording to sources inside the company, Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg nearly set kicked off full-scale pandemonium at the Facebook offices when he recently told employees the long-awaited IPO was coming soon. Facebook has been teasing the market for the better part of a year with speculation that it would file its S-1 papers and sell stock publicly. For employees, that would mean a chance to finally cash in on all that stock.

The S-1 could go through in less than a month, sources say. There are a few reasons that Facebook is eyeing a short time line for filing. The markets have settled down after turmoil earlier in the year, for one. Facebook also crossed a major threshold recently. It now has more than 500 private shareholders, which means its financials have to be disclosed, per SEC rules. If the company has to do that, it makes sense to go all the way and go public.

The offering is likely going to be the biggest tech IPO since Google back in 2004. For those not in the market for highly over-priced stock, this will at least be a chance to get a good look at how profitable social networking and data mining really is.

Google Gets Pattern Unlock Patent

Posted: 18 Nov 2011 02:29 PM PST

unlockApple has the patent on "slide to unlock", but Google isn't sitting on the sidelines when it comes to seemingly inconsequential user interface tricks. The Android OS maker has been granted a patent on its pattern unlock feature, or as the patent calls it, "Touch Gesture Actions From A Device's Lock Screen." This has been a staple of Android phones since the beginning, and now it's locked down, more or less.

Pattern locking is a way for users to protect their phones with a custom pattern of dots that must be drawn on the lock screen. It has been shown in the past that the system is far from perfect, with finger smudges occasionally giving the pattern away. Some OEMs have also replaced the Android lock screen with their own custom UI, but pattern locking is usually lurking someplace behind the scenes.

Google also received a patent on gestures performed anywhere on  a lock screen to initiate an action, like checking upcoming events. This might be a hint at future capabilities in Android. 

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 Sets Another Sales Record, Approaches $1 Billion in Sales

Posted: 18 Nov 2011 01:24 PM PST

Activision Publishing was all too happy to tell the world that Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 raked in first sales of more than $400 million, qualifying it as the "biggest entertainment launch ever," at least in terms of sheer dollars. Now Activision wants you to know that MW3 just "shattered theatrical box office, book, and videogame sales records for five-day worldwide sell-through in dollars" with five-day sales reaching $750 million.

The Call of Duty franchise has been nothing short of a cash cow. Previously, the five-day entertainment sales record belonged to Black Ops with $650 million in sales, and prior to that, Modern Warfare 2 held the record with $550 million.

"With $775 million of sales of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 in its first five days, Call of Duty has become the first entertainment property in history to set five-day launch records for three consecutive years across all forms of entertainment," said Robert Kotick, CEO, Activision Blizzard. "Life-to-date retail sales for the Call of Duty franchise have exceeded $6 billion worldwide, which makes Call of Duty one of the most valuable entertainment properties in the world. We expect continued sales momentum, as reviews and audience enthusiasm suggest that this is the best Call of Duty game that we have ever made. Online play for Modern Warfare 3 is at record levels and we continue to see high online play for both Call of Duty: Black Ops and Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2, which ranked as the No. 2 and No. 4 top-played Xbox Live games for the week of November 7, according to Major Nelson."

Videogames like MW3 cost considerably more than a movie ticket, and so it's easier to rack up bigger sales figures. But no matter how you slice it, three-quarters of a billion dollars in less than a week is impressive.

Asus Denies Android Tablet Exit Rumor

Posted: 18 Nov 2011 12:42 PM PST

For better or worse, Asus has every intention of riding the growing tablet wave, no matter what else you might have heard. And what we heard earlier this week was that Asus, along with Acer, Dell, and Hewlett-Packard, were likely to bow out of the tablet market now that Amazon and Barnes & Noble have both joined the fray. That prompted speculation that maybe Asus and others were giving up competing for Android and were going to wait for Windows 8, perhaps in a mad grab for enterprise dollars. Nope, that's wrong too.

"As usual, the rumors and reports from DigiTimes are incorrect," Asus spokesman Gary Key told CNet. "Asus is not exiting the Android tablet business."

To be fair, DigiTimes didn't say Asus and others were definitely departing the Android tablet market, only that sources from the upstream supply chain thinks that's what will gradually happen. That was enough to put Asus in a bad mood and snap at DigiTimes, a news and rumor site that's sometimes right and sometimes wrong.

According to CNet, a Dell spokesperson also confirmed that it too isn't exiting the tablet market. Acer, meanwhile, has yet to respond.

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Intel Ivy Bridge-E Processors to Support LGA 2011, Shipping in Q4 2012

Posted: 18 Nov 2011 12:24 PM PST

We know, we know -- Intel's Sandy Bridge-E processors are just now rolling off the assembly line and chipzilla's 22nm Ivy Bridge refresh is still several months away, so what the frak are we talking about about Ivy Bridge-E for? Hey, so goes the march of technology. But don't worry, not only is your brand new LGA 2011 build still relevant, but it's also going to support Ivy Bridge-E processors.

That's according to a confidential Intel slide obtained by XFastest.com and posted to the Web. Like Sandy Bridge-E, Intel's Ivy Bridge-E chips are aimed at enthusiasts. They'll slide right into socket LGA 2011 boards built around Intel's X79 chipset.

Unfortunately, no other details were revealed in the sole slide, which is kind of a bummer. But on the plus side, if the slide is real, and barring any last minute changes, this means Intel isn't planning to ditch its new socket any time soon.

Image Credit: XFastest.com

Cool Site of the Week: Airbnb

Posted: 18 Nov 2011 11:32 AM PST

airbnbFor many of us, traveling is about experience. Leaving behind the doldrums of our daily existence, we venture forth to immerse ourselves in new, unknown cultures and locales, finding joy and intrigue in all they have to offer. Who wants to ruin the vibe that comes with that sort of thing by returning to the banality of a cookie-cutter cast hotel room at the end of the day? Not us, that's for sure. Instead, we recommend booking the accommodations for your next trip through Airbnb, our Cool Site of the Week.

Airbnb is website that matches individuals looking for a place to crash with homeowners that feel a yen to rent out a part or all of their digs. Airbnb's offerings are diverse and range from modestly priced single room rentals in someone's humble abode to extravagant stays in castles and houseboats with picturesque views and exorbitant prices. Users are able to browse Airbnb by cost and location, as well as review comments left by other Airbnb users who stayed at a given rental. Airbnb also provides the means for individuals looking to rent out a space in their homes to do so, fast and effectively.  

As you'll be staying in the home of strangers (or if you've a room to let, allowing strangers into your home), you'll want to exercise some caution and common sense when using the services Airbnb has to offer... but not so much that you'll be steered away from what could become one of the best travel experiences of your life. 

Be sure to check in every Friday for another edition of Maximum PC's Cool Site of the Week. 

 

CES 2012: Ultrabooks And Tablets And Ivy Bridge, Oh My!

Posted: 18 Nov 2011 10:50 AM PST

Ultrabooks, Ultrabooks, Ultrabooks! If you think you're hearing an awful lot about the portable, powerful laptops now, be prepared to be flooded in Ultrabook news next year. According to a key director behind the annual Consumer Electronics Show, as many as half a hundred Ultrabooks could break cover at CES 2012. In fact, it's starting to sound like CES 2012's slogan could be "Smaller is better."

"We expect to see 30 to 50 new Ultrabooks launched at CES," Shawn DuBravac, the Consumer Electronics Association's director of research for show organizers told a crowd of reporters at the CES Unveiled show taking place in London. If true, it could certainly bolster IHS iSuppli's massive growth predictions for Ultrabooks.

Before you groan, look on the bright side: maybe the headlines won't be filled with news of the rise of tablets on a daily basis anymore, right? Wrong. PC Pro reports that DuBravac expects nearly 100 tablets to be unveiled in the Mojave, in a rush reminiscent of lasts year's tablet torrent.

Intel CEO Paul Otellini is slated to give a keynote speech at the show. It's widely expected that he'll officially release the new Ivy Bridge processors that day -- which should bring improved energy efficiency to the table and likely stoke the Ultrabook fires even further. Face it, chunky laptop lovers; it's looking like you may have to slim down one day if you don't plan on buying a gargantuan gaming rig.

Head to Head: Quad SLI vs. Quad CrossFireX

Posted: 18 Nov 2011 10:42 AM PST

Now that both AMD and Nvidia have dual-GPU videocards on the market, quad-GPU CrossFireX and SLI setups are possible—that is, if you have the motherboard, the power supply, the money, and can actually find two dual-GPU cards.

Representing quad SLI, we have two relatively compact Nvidia GeForce GTX 590s. In the quad-CrossFireX corner are two of AMD's hulking, foot-long Radeon HD 6990s. Both pairs cost about the same—an astronomical $1,500, give or take—but which is the better option?

Round 1: Standard Performance

We ran our standard game tests on a Core i7-990X six-core PC with an Intel DX58SO motherboard and a 1,200W Corsair PSU. We used the faster CPU so that massive GPU horsepower would spend less time waiting. The 1,200W PSU is needed to drive these monster cards, which require dual 8-pin PCI Express power connectors.

Our normal gaming runs are at 1920x1200, with 4x AA enabled and all detail levels maxed out. The synthetics are there for comparison, but we play games, not benchmarks. If you just look at the numbers, the quad-GPU cards are screamers. These settings just aren't challenging.

When comparing quad-SLI to quad-CrossFireX, the numbers favor Nvidia, but the frame rates are staggeringly high for both systems. Clearly, Nvidia's done some work with its drivers since the initial release of the GTX 590. Paired GTX 590s won six of nine game tests.

Winner: Quad SLI

Round 2: Extreme Performance

Since neither quad-GPU setup had to work hard at 1920x1200 with 4x AA, we had to push them a little harder. After all, if you're spending $1,500 or so for a pair of graphics cards, surely another $1,300 for a 30-inch monitor is within reach.

We ratcheted up the pain, pushing our gaming tests (and Unigine's Heaven benchmark) to 2560x1600 and 8x AA. That's 4 million pixels at 8x AA (with 16x AF). Shaders and detail levels were also maxed out, putting tremendous stress on the overall bandwidth of the system.

At these extreme levels, we still saw stunning frame rates. The competition seemed a little more even, possibly due to AMD's larger frame buffer (2GB per GPU versus 1.5GB per GPU for Nvidia) and the higher clocks. However, AMD seems to have a problem with Dirt 3, so what might have been a tie goes to Nvidia.

Winner: Quad SLI

Round 3: Noise and Power

A good 1,200W PSU is essential for a quad-GPU setup, particularly if you plan on overclocking the CPU and GPUs. That increases the cost of your rig.

On pure power draw, the quad CrossFireX draws a little less power under full load—774W versus 800W for the dual GTX 590s. However, the idle-power draw was substantially lower for paired GTX 590s, which drew just 113W at idle versus 171W for quad CrossFireX. Since systems generally run idle most of the time, that power draw can add up.

What about noise? At full throttle, both of these setups get pretty loud. But the quad CrossFireX cards, with smaller fans that spin up to very high speeds, sound like small jet engines throttling up for takeoff. AMD's HD 6990s are loud even in single-card setups. Paired 6990s are painfully loud.

Winner: Quad SLI

Round 4: Ease of Use

Both quad-GPU systems had trouble running Dirt 3. The Nvidia setup could run the game but not change resolution in-game, while the CrossFireX setup wouldn't run at all. Single- and dual-GPU systems run the game flawlessly.

With the AMD quad setup, you'll need to occasionally download game profiles for CrossFireX. Nvidia builds these into driver updates, but the green machine is now updating drivers on a monthly schedule to match AMD.

Flexibility of installation is a problem, too. The Radeon HD 6990s are a full 12 inches long, while the GTX 590 cards are 3/4 of an inch shorter. That 3/4-inch makes a difference in some cases. So you'll need to pay attention to your internal case dimensions.

In the end, the dual GTX 590 setup is simpler to manage, easier to install, and better mannered.

Winner: Quad SLI

And the Winner Is…

Quad-GPU setups define the extreme in graphics hardware. If you're running games on multiple displays, with stereoscoic 3D turned on, quad GPUs will give you the horsepower to hit smooth frame rates.

If you're running on a single display, though, quad GPUs might be more hassle than they're worth. Toss in the excessive power, the hot air filling your room, and the loud fan noise, and you may want to reconsider—and that's before you see the price tag.

In the end, unless you are running an extreme display configuration, a pair of single-GPU cards will give you as much peformance as you need in cutting-edge games. And you can build a dual-GPU rig today without worrying about product availability.

If you decide that a quad-GPU is right for you, we're pretty bullish on two GTX 590s in quad SLI. It uses a little more power at full load than the AMD alternative, but it's easier to manage and install and seems to have fewer issues with games.

Benchmarks
2x Asus GTX 590 (Quad SLI) 2x Radeon HD 6990 (Quad CFX) 2x Asus GTX 590 (Quad SLI) 2x Radeon HD 6990 (Quad CFX)
  1920x1200 with 4x AA 2560x1600 with 8x AA
Unigine Heaven 2.5 (fps) 90 84 50 54
F1 2010 (fps) 106 95 95 89
Battleforge DX11 (fps)

182

 160 124 88
Far Cry 2/Long (fps) 157 180 137 176
Hawx 2 DX11 (fps) 248 210 215 197
Just Cause 2 (fps) 63 80 60 67
Dirt 3 (fps) 141  DNR (0) 94 DNR (0)

Best scores are bolded. Our test bed is a 3.47GHz Core i7-990X Extreme Edition in an Intel DX58SO2 motherboard with 12GB of DDR3/1333 and a 1,200W Corsair AX1200 PSU. The OS is 64-bit Windows Ultimate.

Microsoft System Would Monitor Workplace Employees For Bad Behavior, Assign Positivity Ratings

Posted: 18 Nov 2011 10:20 AM PST

"The thing is, Bob, it's not that I'm lazy, it's that I just don't care." That kind of brutal honesty to higher-ups shocked our senses and made us laugh when Peter Gibbons uttered it in Office Space. But could forthcoming generations not get the gag? That bit's future funniness lies in doubt now that Microsoft's newest technology patent has broken cover. The patent describes a computer program that monitors employees' behaviors in emails, texts, VOIP conversations and interactions caught on video conferences, then identifies behaviors as either "negative" or "positive" and assigns employees a positivity rating based on the findings. It's in your HEAD!

Geekwire pointed us towards the patent, which was filed in May 2010 and made public on November 10th of this year.  One goal of the patent is "making trust-building behaviors more actionable" – as in, eliminating behaviors that aren't deemed good for the "organizational trust" of a company. Some cited examples of negative behavior include "nodding one's head in agreement, shaking one's head indicating disagreement, hand gestures, wearing dark glasses in a video conference, wearing unacceptable clothing to a business meeting, cutting off others during conversation and prolonged monologues." Patterns that occur in specific situations and particular times can also be tracked, the patent claims.

No word on whether or not Microsoft continued working on the project after the filing, so your secret feelings may stay secret after all.
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CrimeCraft GangWars Release Date Announced

Posted: 18 Nov 2011 09:55 AM PST

CrimeCraft has set December 5 for the launch of their new expansion: GangWars.  The expansion is poised to offer assorted end game content such as gangs controlling various areas of the city.  The expansion is also set to streamline lower-level play to help newcomers to the game advance to higher levels faster.

The expansion seeks to improve on the RPG nature of the game, in addition to instituting a Quickplay option in addition to the world lobby it currently has.  Free updates will continue to be developed for the game as well, with new weapons, missions and gameplay modes among what’s in store.

CrimeCraft is published by Vogster Entertainment.

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CrimCraftGameplay Screenshot

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CrimeCraft GangWars Expansion set for Dec. 5 Launch

New Trailer Released Today Shows Territory Wars Game Play

NEW YORK, NY, Nov. 18, 2011 – Vogster Online has announced that GangWars, the second major expansion to the free-to-play online shooter CrimeCraft (www.crimecraft.com) will launch on December 5.

Vogster also released a trailer (www.youtu.be/Q5H0qNIFSZ4) today showing off the new Territory Wars feature that pits the player-run gangs of CrimeCraft in combat for control of the lobbies and battle zones of Sunrise City. A new website, www.CCGangWars.com, provides full information on the new features and a new trailer showcasing GangWars.

"We’ve been working with our community to develop end game content that’s relevant for our veteran players and that’s what we’ve created with Territory Wars – it allows gangs to own and control sections of the city,” said Lead Game Designer Alexandr Soloveyko. “In addition, we’ve also streamlined the user experience for new players, with our Quickplay interface which gets them into the action faster than ever."

CrimeCraft  GangWars, is set in the bloody aftermath of the Bleedout Campaign and the destruction of the Scorpion Chamber, the governing body of Sunrise City. Gangs now fight for control of the city.

CrimeCraft GangWars will be available through www.CrimeCraft.com and Steam.

CrimeCraft GangWars features include:

·                 MMORPG Shooter – CrimeCraft takes the best persistent world RPG features (thousands of other players, loot, guilds/gangs, crafting, trading, missions, skills, PvE and PvP Combat) and combines it with the action and skill based gameplay of a shooter.
·                 Quickplay – Access CrimeCraft’s core gameplay features through a simplified interface that lets you shortcut RPG gameplay and get right to the action. Players can switch between the streamlined Quickplay experience and the fully featured lobbies with the click of a button.
·                 Free Updates – Frequent huge free content updates. Previous updates have added: player controlled nightclubs, new maps, new gameplay modes, new weapons, new skills, tournaments (daily, weekly and monthly).
·                 Fast and Furious Action – CrimeCraft features 20 maps and eleven game modes including Core Annihilation, an epic game mode that blends PvP and PvE combat. Players cooperate with AI controlled soldiers to destroy an opponent’s core while protecting their own.

"We started working on CrimeCraft GangWars soon after the launch of Bleedout," said Vice President of Development Daniel Prousline. "We are very proud of all the new features, but especially Territory Wars. We can't wait to see gangs fighting for control of Sunrise City. I am also very excited about Quickplay that makes the game so much more accessible."

League of Legends Prepares to Launch Season Two

Posted: 18 Nov 2011 09:31 AM PST

Riot Games has announced that season two for League of Legends will begin in the very near future.  The season will feature a five million dollar prize pool, which is the largest ever offered in eSports history.  The game’s population has grown by nearly 300% since July, with 11.5 million active players per month.

In addition, a $2 million tournament to crown the world’s best League of Legends team will culminate the season, featuring comprehensive coverage, spectator mode, and a tournament structure to encourage people to join up.

League of Legends is Riot Games’ debut title, with over 30 million people having downloaded and played the game since release.

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League of Legends Community More than Doubles in Just Four Months, Surpassing 11 Million Active Players as Riot Games Prepares to Kick Off Season Two

Over Four Million People Play League of Legends Every Day with Over 30 Million Registered Players

LOS ANGELES – 18th November, 2011 – Riot Games today announced that over four million people play League of Legends every day – an increase of 280% since Riot last announced the size of its community in July 2011. With 11.5 million monthly active players, peak concurrency reaching 1.3 million, and a registered player base of over 30 million worldwide, League of Legends is about to enter its second competitive season as one of the top five PC games in North America and Europe.

Set to begin in the very near future, League of Legends: Season Two will feature a five million dollar prize pool – the largest in eSports history – culminating in a global $2 million tournament where Riot will crown the best League of Legends team in the world. Players can look forward to comprehensive coverage of the eSports scene, game features like spectator mode and ranked teams, and a competitive structure that encourages talented players to team up and compete.

"The incredible passion and dedication of our players is positively inspiring," said Brandon Beck, co-founder and CEO of Riot Games. "Our community's boundless enthusiasm is why they are central to every decision we make at Riot."

"It's staggering to think about the fact that over a billion games of League of Legends have been played since launch," said Marc Merrill, co-founder and President of Riot Games. "In 2012, we intend to deliver even more for our growing audience."

League of Legends, Riot Games' debut title, celebrated its second anniversary on Oct. 27, 2011. Since its launch, over 30 million players have downloaded the game to engage in session-based, multiplayer battles against rival teams, with more than four million players enjoying League of Legends every day.

Jagged Alliance Online Closed Beta Begins

Posted: 18 Nov 2011 09:21 AM PST

Jagged Alliance Online has announced today that their closed beta has begun.  The game promises 3D strategic play based on the Unity 3D Engine.

Additionally, players can look forward to over 100 missions, over 60 different mercenaries, hundreds of weapons and numerous equipment pieces, as well as player headquarters that are expandable and upgradeable.  There will also be special PvP missions for players that include an honor system.

Jagged Alliance Online is published by gamigo, who also publishes Fiesta Online and Cultures Online.

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Jagged Alliance Online Gameplay Screenshot

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Jagged Alliance Online – “Bombs away!” for closed beta testing

Hamburg, 18.11.11 – Today is the day: gamigo’s Jagged Alliance Online, the offshoot of the legendary turn-based strategy series, is going into closed beta testing. Selected strategists can now jump in and experience exciting battles in this turn-based strategy hit for themselves.

Features of Jagged Alliance Online at a glance:

  • Top-notch 3D graphics based on the Unity 3D engine
  • More than 100 missions in all corners of the world
  • More than 60 types of mercenaries with individual attributes
  • Hundreds of different weapons and countless equipment items
  • Expandable player-owned headquarters with many options for upgrading
  • New tactical challenges from a variety of mission objectives
  • Differentiated AI with a number of opponent types and traits
  • Special PvP missions with an honor system for players
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