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Runic Games Is Sending Invites for Torchlight II Beta

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Runic Games Is Sending Invites for Torchlight II Beta


Fans of Torchlight II or Diablo-style games, be attention, Torchlight II beta has stated. Runic Games Twitter account officially announced beggining of Torchlight II few moments ago.

Tribes Ascend Has Released a Preview of Its Upcoming Patch

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Tribes Ascend Has Released a Preview of Its Upcoming Patch


The update will include two new maps: The CTF map Tartarus is named after the shipwreck in the middle and it is comparable to the Katabatic map. The new Arena map Hinterland is not only pretty but also very challenging due to the lack of inventory stations. The next patch will also come with a new loadout support.

Berserker - the Upcoming Class of C9 Global

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Berserker - the Upcoming Class of C9 Global


Berserker wields a greatsword and boasts the highest attack power within the Fighter classes. The core feature of Berserker is switching different battle stance while using different skills.

Torchlight 2 Beta Has Started

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Torchlight 2 Beta Has Started


Those of you who would be interested to participate in Torchlight 2 beta should definietely read Travis Baldree (Runic Games' Developer) post visible here below: Travis Baldree wrote: "Just as a heads up, we are expanding the beta out to build up concurrency a bit, now that we have shaken out some of the initial issues. A wave of invites is going out for a group of users who have created Runic Accounts at https://secure.runicgames.com/signup - we will continue to do so over the next few days. We don't have an explicit number of invites we are sending, but the lions' share of the total invitees will end up from Runic Games account holders."

Guild Wars 2's Upcoming Stress Test is Small-Scale, but You don't Want to Miss it

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Guild Wars 2's Upcoming Stress Test is Small-Scale, but You don't Want to Miss it


The test will start at 11 AM PDT and end at 6:00 PM PDT, and it's opened to pre-purchase players only.

The Leviathan in Grand Chase: Heroes Unleashes

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The Leviathan in Grand Chase: Heroes Unleashes


SG unleashes the Leviathan in Grand Chase: Heroes, new weapon and new combo abilities are available.

RIFT Guide to Survival Got Updated!

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RIFT Guide to Survival  Got Updated!


The amount of items you need to level your skill are most likely still correct, it's the effects of food that may change, and hopefully some new food will be added. (I don't see the new food effecting the items you need to level Survival, as I most often listed the commonest and easiest to get fish, all of which have recipes already)

Blade & Soul 3rd CBT: New Class Summoner

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Blade & Soul 3rd CBT: New Class Summoner


NCsoft has released a new Summoner class in Blade & Soul. The Summoner is a pet-handling heroine who relies on her animal companions for much of her utility. Let's take a peek!

Demons Invade Elsword Online

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Demons Invade Elsword Online


A new defense dungeon, Gate of Darkness, has been added to Elsword, players need to protect the gemstone in 15 waves of incoming demons by going solo or teaming up with other players and receive more rewards by increasing the difficulty.

The Elder Scrolls Online Will Launch with Subscription, Says Analyst

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The Elder Scrolls Online Will Launch with Subscription, Says Analyst


Most games, like Age of Conan, Champions Online, City of Heroes, Lord of the Rings Online, Star Trek Online, DC Universe Online and more, have successfully made the transition to f2p. What about The Elder Scrolls Online?

WoW 5.0: Mage T14

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WoW 5.0: Mage T14


The new video preview should be fairly representative of the set you will see in the final version of the game!

Continue reading WoW 5.0: Mage T14.

Crystal Saga: Starter Kit Giveaway for PvP Server Live!

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Crystal Saga: Starter Kit Giveaway for PvP Server Live!


Yesterday, we have reported that the PvP server - Nether Wind Fort for Crystal Saga has kicked off at EST 22:00 May 8th, 2012. The Starter Kit Giveaway Event for the third server will last from May 8th to June 7th. The following is the detailed schedule for Starter Kit Giveaway Event and guide on how to Claim Starter Kit.

Screenshots: A NPC naked look in Blade & Soul 3rd CBT

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Screenshots: A NPC naked look in Blade & Soul 3rd CBT


A group of screenshots about a NPC naked look in Blade & Soul 3rd CBT, Do you know who she is?

WoW Subscribers: Stable at 10.2 Million

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WoW Subscribers: Stable at 10.2 Million


Activision Blizzard's press release states that World of Warcraft is still at 10.2 million subscribers as of 3/31/12. This is the same amount of subscribers from Q4 2011. A few other interesting points:

Gravity Interactive: Maestia: Rise of Keledus to Arrive This Summer

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Gravity Interactive: Maestia: Rise of Keledus to Arrive This Summer


As a new member of Gravity Interactive's game portal WarpPortal (http://warpportal.com/), Maestia: Rise of Keledus will arrive this summer. Following a captivating storyline, Maestia: Rise of Keledus launches head first into the eternal struggle for power and righteousness in a world where friends and enemies are not easily discernible. Now, players can visit its official teaser website to preview some details.

Waren Story Full Website Launches, More Infos Unveiled

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Waren Story Full Website Launches, More Infos Unveiled


Closed Beta Registration continues for All-New Free-to-Play 3D fantasy game Waren Story.

Latest Class - Shadow to Meet You in Path of Exile's Public Test

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Latest Class - Shadow to Meet You in Path of Exile's Public Test


Although the closed beta of Path of Exile is ongoing, Path of Exile will be available to everyone for 2 days with a public test this coming weekend. During the public stress test in this weekend, player are able to experience the latest unveiled character class - Shadow who is a hybrid dexterity and intelligence class for the first time. Please read the press release to get more details about the public stress test and Shadow.

EA: SWTOR Player Numbers Drop Due to Casual Gamers' Leaving; the Game Still Has a Solid Base

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EA: SWTOR Player Numbers Drop Due to Casual Gamers' Leaving; the Game Still Has a Solid Base


EA's games label boss Frank Gibeau just told investors that the 400,000 players they lost in the past few months were casual gamers who stopped subscribing the game after a billing cycle.

Action MMORPG Neverwinter Gets French and German Localizations

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Action MMORPG Neverwinter Gets French and German Localizations


Neverwinter is currently set for an official global launch during fourth quarter 2012.

Square Enix and Bigpoint Unleash Innovative New Online Platform - Gameglobe

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Square Enix and Bigpoint Unleash Innovative New Online Platform - Gameglobe


Gameglobe is an innovative new online platform lets users create, share and play their own games and game worlds.

MMORPG Videos

MMORPG Videos


TERA: TERA - Sinestral Manor Final Boss Video

Posted: 09 May 2012 03:41 PM PDT

Bill Murphy's Lancer, Richard Cox's Berserker, and Rindadi's Sorcerer take down the final boss of Sinestral Manor in TERA with a little help from some PUG folks and heals.

Elsword Online: Gate of Darkness Dungeon

Posted: 09 May 2012 08:22 AM PDT

Kill3rCombo has announced that a new "defense dungeon" has been added to Elsword Online. In the Gate of Darkness dungeon, players must defend a gemstone from fifteen waves of increasingly difficult monsters in order to score some nice rewards.

Free Realms: First Impressions with Rippa X

Posted: 09 May 2012 08:00 AM PDT

Rippa checks out Free Realms, a massively multiplayer online role playing video game developed by Sony Online Entertainment (SOE) set in a fantasy-themed world, named Sacred Grove for the PC, Mac and PlayStation 3. The game was released on April 29, 2009, for the Windows PC. The game itself is free to play, although to be a member you must pay for a membership $4.99 for one month $12.99 for three months $24.50 for six months $29.99 for a year and $39.99 for as long as Free Realms lasts. M

MMORPG Reviews

MMORPG Reviews


Gpotato has announced that the next expansion of Rappelz, Epic VII: Reanimation will arrive June 7

Posted: 09 May 2012 08:49 AM PDT

Gpotato has announced that the next expansion of Rappelz, Epic VII: Reanimation will arrive June 7, but the rewards begin now with a three week login event. Players who log in daily from May 9 to June 3 can win items like in-game experience boosters and weapons savers every single day. Play the whole time [...]

Maestia: Rise of Keledus arrives to Warportal this summer

Posted: 09 May 2012 07:23 AM PDT

Gravity Interactive, has announced today their newest addition to WarpPortal, the newest online platform for North American gamers, Maestia: Rise of Keledus that will arrive this summer. Developed by ROC Works, Maestia: Rise of Keledus is a fully fleshed fantasy MMORPG that is free to download and play. Follow a captivating storyline and launch head [...]

Blizzard has released a short animated film of Diablo 3

Posted: 09 May 2012 06:33 AM PDT

Blizzard has released a short animated film of Diablo 3, directed by Peter Chung and the animation studio Titmouse, which provides an overview of a crucial episode of the battle between Heaven and Hell. You can discover some of the angels, and some fight scenes of the game, and finally a confrontation with Diablo himself.

Path of Exile has announced that is going to celebrate a stress test this weekend

Posted: 09 May 2012 05:28 AM PDT

After a successful stress test last month, the servers of the action RPG Path of Exile, under develoment by Grinding Gear Games in New Zealand, will open their doors to as many people this weekend to test their carrying capacity in preparation for the open beta in the coming months. In addition has presented its [...]

NEXON Europe has announced a new update for their MMOFPS Combat Arms

Posted: 09 May 2012 04:46 AM PDT

NEXON Europe has announced a new update for their MMOFPS Combat Arms. Get ready for some action in the all-new "Rotten meat" map, placed in the bloody cellars of an abandoned slaughterhouse, playable in the "Clan Search and Destroy" game-mode. Additionally, a range of new weapons and equipment comes with this spring update. Engage in [...]

Tribes Ascend has released a preview of its upcoming patch

Posted: 09 May 2012 03:41 AM PDT

Hi-rez Studios has released a new preview for the upcoming patch of Tribes: Ascend. The update will include two new maps: The CTF map Tartarus is named after the shipwreck in the middle and it is comparable to the Katabatic map. The new Arena map Hinterland is not only pretty but also very challenging due [...]

Upjers has released My Free Zoo in English

Posted: 09 May 2012 02:19 AM PDT

Upjers has announced the release of their successful zoo-simulation My Free Zoo to the English-speaking audience. The game has become a true hit in Germany in no time at all and has managed to attract more than 500,000 enthused players in less than 2 months after its official launch. In the game players are able [...]

DC Universe Online has presented its fourth downloadable content pack , The Last Laugh

Posted: 09 May 2012 01:15 AM PDT

Sony Online Entertainment LLC has announced today that the fourth downloadable content pack for DC Universe Online, named  The Last Laugh,  will be available in June for download. The Last Laugh will pit players against each other in high-intensity multiplayer brawls, feature an all-new weapon, and introduce new Light-Powered Legends PvP characters. The Last Laugh [...]


General Gaming Article

General Gaming Article


No BS Podcast #185: No Star Wars Edition

Posted: 09 May 2012 11:41 AM PDT

Coming to you only slightly late, it's the real Episode 185 of the No BS Podcast! Join Deputy Editor Gordon Ung, Online Managing Editor Alex Castle, and Senior Editor Nathan Edwards as we go an entire two hours without arguing about Star Wars!

What do we talk about? Nvidia's dual-GPU GTX 690, AMD's answer to that, Trinity, Ivy Bridge (and the overclocking thereof), the merits of integrated graphics, and so much more. Then: Target vs Amazon vs Best Buy vs the IRS! A new computer in a Commodore 64 chassis! Testing headphones! MMOs! Diablo III! The Walking Dead game! And a dizzying number of reader questions answered! 

And, of course, there's a new non-Star-Wars-related Rant of the Month, and buried at the end, an important announcement from Alex.

Computer trouble? A secret to share? Opinions? Need advice? Just need to get something off your chest?  Email us at maximumpcpodcast@gmail.com or call our 24-hour No BS Podcast hotline at 877.404.1337 x1337--operators are not standing by.

 

Google Report: Search Engine Results Fall Under First Amendment Protection

Posted: 09 May 2012 11:09 AM PDT

When Eric Cartman prettied himself up in makeup and started shouting "Whatever! I'll do what I want!" on a fictional Maury Povich talk show, he and South Park's creators were flexing the freedom of speech rights allowed to everyone in the United States. Now, Google may be getting ready to do what it wants, too; the company recently commissioned a report by a First Amendment scholar who concluded that Google's search engine results are constitutionally protected speech and shouldn't be subject to government anti-trust regulations.

UCLA law professor Eugene Volokh, the brains behind the claims, says that search engine results serve as the company's "opinion" about the query as asked by the searchee.

"It uses sophisticated computerized algorithms, but those algorithms themselves inherently incorporate the search engine company engineers' judgments about what material users are most likely to find responsive to their queries," he writes in the 27 page report.

Volokh also says that search engines are essentially media companies like the New York Times and CNN, so he claims that Google, Bing and co. should be afforded the same free speech rights as more traditional publications. Or, as PaidContent puts it, if the Times can spit out "All the news that's fit to print," the same right should apply to search results.

PaidContent additionally points out that if that's true, Google would be within its rights to blacklist Yelp, which has been yelping about Google being a monopoly. Google has recently come under intense anti-trust scrutiny from both the United States and the European Union, which likely caused Google to commission the report.

It's an interesting change of tactics for the Mountain View crew, which previously claimed that its results shouldn't be regulated because Google isn't really a monopoly: anybody can use Bing or Dogpile at any time. Now, Google (via the commissioned report) is essentially giving up on the neutrality claims and shouting "Whatever! Whatever! The constitution lets me do what I want!"

What do you think: should Google be allowed to do whatever it wants with its search results? What do you think will happen in countries that don't have free speech protections? Google is a global business, after all.

HP Introduces "Sleekbooks:" Ultrabooks That Aren't Ultrabooks

Posted: 09 May 2012 10:26 AM PDT

In between ringing the warning bells about cyberspace boogeymen and rolling out refreshes to the Pavilion lineup, HP also took the time to answer a question we all knew was coming someday: when is an Ultrabook not an Ultrabook? The answer: when it's a so-called thin-and-light Sleekbook. Two new HP Envy notebooks carry the new name, which skirt the restrictions associated with the Intel-owned Ultrabook brand.

A key distinction for Ultrabooks, of course, is that they have to be powered by Intel's Core processors. One of the two Envy Sleekbooks -- a 14-inch, $700 laptop -- in fact runs on Ivy Bridge, but the second model -- a 15.6-inch, $600 laptop -- sports an AMD APU, something that could never occur in an Ultrabook proper.

The two Envy Sleekbooks also point out the price-based competitiveness of AMD's processors. The APU-powered Envy sports a bigger screen and "discrete-class graphics" while costing $100 less than the smaller Intel-powered Envy, which HP offers with "optional discrete graphics" that will only add to the price tag.

The Intel model should be available today, while the AMD variant won't be shipping until around June 20th. Why could that be? *Cough* Trinity *Cough* A couple of actual Ultrabooks were announced, too.

So whaddaya think: if HP and other manufacturers can whip together thin and long-lasting Ultrabook-like notebooks running on AMD processors, then simply call the doppelgangers by a slightly different name, does "Ultrabook" (with its very loose spec guidelines) even carry much value as a brand? The AMD Sleekbook is virtually identical to an AMD Ultrabook, after all, aside from the CPU at its heart.

Wolfenstein 3D Turns 20, iD Showers Gamers With Gratis Goodies

Posted: 09 May 2012 10:11 AM PDT

Long before there was Battlefield 3, there was Call of Duty, and before that, there was Quake and Doom. All those games can trace their lineage back even further, to Wolfenstein 3D, iD's awesomely innovative Nazi-hunting FPS adventure. Today marks a milestone for the classic franchise: B.J. Blazkowicz has been blasting SS guards and chaingun-wielding robo-Hitlers for a whopping 20 years. Even better, rather than just tooting its own horn, iD's showering gamers with freebie gifts to celebrate the anniversary.

First up is a new 25 minute-long Director's Commentary, with spoken words by none other than gaming guru John Carmack himself. Seriously, it's awesome. Check out the whole thing in the embedded video below.

If listening to the man behind the curtain doesn't pique your interest, iD's also made a browser-based version of the game, which you can play for free over on the Wolfenstein website. What, that still isn't good enough? Well, you're in luck -- the iOS version of Wolfenstein 3D is selling for the low, low price of FREE all day today. If you've got an iPhone or iPad, there's no reason NOT to go pick it up.

Happy birthday, Blazkowicz; we'd hoist a beer in your honor but that'll have to wait until next year.

EA to Invest $80 Million into Next Generation Console Game Development

Posted: 09 May 2012 08:39 AM PDT

It's sort of a weird time for game developers and publishers. Despite a reluctance on the part of Microsoft and Sony to talk about and/or announce next generation console hardware, the current crop of consoles are gettting long in the tooth and, as many suspect, facing succession. It's already happening with Nintendo's Wii console as the Wii U draws closer to release, and within the next year or so, it's conceivable to think there will be a PlayStation 4 and Xbox 720 in the wild, too. Despite the uncertainty, however, EA isn't holding back and intends to invest a healthy $80 million into developing titles for next generation consoles. Does EA know something we don't?

"We intend to invest $80 million in gen-4 console development in fiscal 2013," EA CEO John Riccitiello said, according to GamesIndustry International. "We are strong believers that console will return to strong growth, representing great opportunity, one that is in lockstep with our digital plan."

Hard copy sales dropped 7 percent for EA in the past year, and looking ahead, the games publisher expects another single-digit decline during its fiscal 2013 period (April 1, 2012 to March 31, 2013). So, why isn't EA fretting, and why commit $80 million to developing games for consoles that haven't launched yet? For one, developing games for consoles is like having a license to print money. And secondly, EA expects digital sales to make up for declining hard copy sales.

Riccitiello described the company's digital growth as being "robust," according to All Things D. And that's a fair assessment. EA raked in $1.2 billion in digital revenue last year, a 47 percent year-over-year increaase. FIFA 12 made $100 million in digital revenue all on its own, and looking forward, EA expects digital sales to total $1.7 billion in the next year.

Nvidia Plays Hardball with TSMC, Wins Priority Status for 28nm Chips

Posted: 09 May 2012 06:40 AM PDT

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) may have underestimated the challenges involved with churning out 28nm parts, or perhaps the company is simply inundated with orders. In the end, it doesn't really matter what the problem is, as far as clients go, and when Nvidia reportedly threatened to place orders with TSMC's competitors, suddenly the GPU maker was bumped to the front of the line.

It's been rumored that Nvidia considered giving 28nm orders to Samsung and/or Globalfoundries, and in attempt to stop that from happening, TSMC "has given priority to Nvidia for 28nm capacity," DigiTimes reports. Nvidia's recently launched Kepler series is built on a 28nm manufacturing process, and as any gamer will attest, finding a Kepler card in stock is an exercise in frustration.

By being bumped up to priority status, the GPU shortage should begin to ease in the coming weeks. This is especially important for Nvidia as it begins to flesh out its Kepler line with an upcoming GeForce GTX 670 graphics card. Meanwhile, Qualcomm has also been given priority status after it, too, threatened to outsource production to competing wafer fabs.

Image Credit: Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co., Ltd.

HP Tells Ghosts Stories in London, Talks of Threat of Massive Cyber Attacks to Businesses

Posted: 09 May 2012 06:25 AM PDT

Hewlett-Packard chief executive Meg Whitman might as well have been wearing a Boogeyman costume when addressing a crowd in London during an HP customer event. While there, she warned listeners that a mega-sized cyber terrorist attack is pretty much a foregone conclusion, that it's mostly a matter of when, not if, it will happen. But fear not, HP will be there to save the day, if you call upon the company.

According to Whitman, a "cyber attack of 9/11 scale" has a high probability of taking place sooner than later, and HP customers would be wise to recognize the "threat of global terrorism" that's on the horizon, V3.co.uk reports. On a more comforting note, Whitman promised to "darken the skies with the magnitude of our response and will work your agenda, not ours," when it comes to dealing with cyber shenanigans.

Only time will tell if HP's chief has a legitimate concern or if she's resorting to scare tactics to drive sales of enterprise security products. Either way, she brings up some valid points for businesses to think about.

"With the influx of mobility and cloud, the access points [to businesses] are now infinite. Threats have become sophisticated, persistent, and unpredictable," Whitman added, according to ITPro.co.uk.

EVGA's GeForce GTX 680 FTW Edition Comes in Two Flavors

Posted: 09 May 2012 05:57 AM PDT

Nvidia's Kepler unveiling essentially amounted to a paper launch, but that doesn't mean the company's GPU partners are sitting around twiddling their collective thumbs. New derivatives of the GeForce GTX 680 graphics card are coming out all the time, the newest ones being a pair of FTW cards from EVGA with overclocked specs, a sturdier design, and even twice the amount of memory.

The 'standard' GeForce GTX 680 FTW, if we can call it that, totes 'just' 2GB of GDDR5 memory on a 256-bit bus. However, EVGA cranked the memory to 6208MHz, a 200MHz overclock that results in more memory bandwidth (198.66GB/s versus 192.2GB/s). EVGA also gave the GPU a bump in clockspeed, increasing the base and boost clocks to 1110MHz and 1176MHz, respectively, up from 1006MHz and 1058MHz.

For people who plan to run ultra high resolutions, particularly when multiple monitors are involved, or for those simply looking for bragging rights, EVGA outed a 4GB version of the FTW edition. This one boasts the same GPU overclock, though the memory drops back down to reference specs. The other difference is that the 4GB card comes with a backplate.

Both cards sport an 8 Phase PWM design, 8+6 pin power input, and Vapor Chamber cooling. MSRPs are $570 for the GeForce GTX 680 FTW and $630 for the GeForce GTX FTW 4GB w/ Backplate.

Image Credit: EVGA

HP Announces Updated Pavilion Notebook Lineup for 2012

Posted: 09 May 2012 04:16 AM PDT

Adding to the ongoing deluge of PC product line updates inspired by the launch of 3rd generation Intel Core i processors, Hewlett-Packard has announced a slew of Ivy Bridge-based notebook models across its various consumer laptop lines. But Ivy Bridge processors are not the only thing that sets HP's new laptops apart from their predecessors. According to the company, its 2012 Pavilion consumer notebook PCs are reflective of its new "Mosaic" design philosophy. Hit the jump for more.

The new Ivy Bridge-powered Pavilion consumer notebook PCs announced by HP are all updates to existing dv- and g-series models with the exception of the m6, a completely new laptop that packs a large display in a "super-slim" design. Sporting a 15.6-inch diagonal LED backlit high-definition (HD) display, the brushed-aluminum Pavilion m6 will be available with both Intel and AMD processors, optional discrete graphics, optional backlit keyboard and dual speakers and subwoofer with Beats Audio. Further, the m6 will come preloaded with HP CoolSense, ProtectSmart and SimplePass.

Other models in HP's 2012 Pavilion consumer notebook lineup are the dv7, dv6, dv4, g6 and g7. If your interest has been piqued then we suggest that you peruse the following pricing and availability information and hold your breath accordingly:

  • HP Pavilion m6 will be available this summer at Best Buy, BestBuy.com and HP Direct with pricing to be determined.
  • HP Pavilion dv4, dv6 and dv7 are expected to be available in the United States on June 20 with starting prices of $549.99, $549.99 and $799.99, respectively.
  • HP Pavilion g6 and g7 are expected to be available in the United States on July 25 with starting prices of $449.99 and $499.99, respectively.

MMO News

MMO News


World of the Living Dead

Posted: 09 May 2012 01:33 PM PDT

World of the Living Dead is a survival horror themed MMO. With a massive zombie outbreak having been unleashed, it’s up to you and other survivors to scavenge a life together. Using a modified Google Maps interface, plan routes for supplies, avoiding the living dead. Train your survivors, raid other players for crucial supplies, and join a faction in order to better your odds of survival.

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Publisher: Ballardia Games
Playerbase: ??
Graphics: Medium
Type: MMORTS
EXP Rate: ??
PvP: Enabled.
Filesize: N/A

Pros: +Unique theme and setting. +Use of Google Maps to plan raids. +Interesting take on post-apocalyptic and zombie themes.

Cons: -Permanent death. -Limited information.

official site

Overview

World of the Living Dead Overview

World of the Living Dead is an RTS that puts you in control of an agent of the National Emergency Control and Relief Agency (NECRA). You’re locked in a secure bunker with several survivors of a zombie apocalypse, and it’s your goal to train them to survive. The game features realistic functions, such as needing food and clean water for the health of your people. The game uses a Google Maps interface in order to plan routes your colony will take to scavenge for food, water, weapons, and other necessary supplies. Various missions will be available to complete to help in the task as well.

World of the Living Dead Screenshots

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Official World of the Living Dead Trailer

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World of the Living Dead System Requirements

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Bloody Bite

Posted: 09 May 2012 01:23 PM PDT

Choose between being a bloodthirsty vampire, or rage-fueled werewolf in Bloody Bite. Conquer buildings in cities across the world, and expand them to spread your influence. Complete missions around the globe to unlock new areas to explore and develop. Join up with like minded fellows, form a clan, and conquer the world!

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Publisher: gamigo
Playerbase: ??
Graphics: Medium
Type: MMORTS
EXP Rate: ??
PvP: Enabled
Filesize: N/A

Pros: +Browser based. +Quest based play. +Simple to learn.

Cons: -Slow paced. -Limited information.

official site

Overview

Bloody Bite Overview

Bloody Bite allows players to play either a vampire or a werewolf, fighting against the opposite clan in a world set in the 1920s. Players conquer buildings in major metropolitan areas, and expand them to spread their influence. While in control of the local population, risks beget rewards; oppressed mortals provide more resources, but the greater the yoke, the more likely they are to rebel. Various missions exist in the game, some against legendary monsters of print and film. The game offers extensive customization options as well, from appearance, to weapons and armor, to pets.

Bloody Bite Screenshots

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Official Game Page

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Bloody Bite System Requirements

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SmashMuck Champions Gameplay – First Look HD

Posted: 09 May 2012 01:22 PM PDT

To Learn More About the Game, Check out our Smashmuck Champions Page.

Smashmuck Champions is a 3D Arena style MMO published by Kiz Studios. The playstyle is very similar to games such as League of Legends and BloodLine Champions. Players control one champion with unique abilities in one of four gameplay modes. In this video we check out the 3v3 capture the flag mode. The game is currently in closed beta. To learn more about Smashmuck Champions check out the official MMOHut Smashmuck Champions page which includes a detailed review, tons of screenshots, and additional videos.

Maestia Gameplay – First Look HD

Posted: 09 May 2012 01:09 PM PDT

To Learn More About the Game, Check out our Maestia Page.

Maestia is a 3d MMORPG published by Alaplaya. The game is set on a fairly large island where players have to collect all seven of the most powerful ‘Maestones’  in order to become the strongest player. Join either the Superion or the Temple Knights and fight for your faction in epic Realm vs Realm battles. The game is currently only available through Alaplaya to EU players. For some reason I was able to play the game from my computer in the US. If the game becomes available in the NA we will update this info accordingly. To learn more about Maestia check out the official MMOHut Maestia page which includes a detailed review, tons of screenshots, and additional videos.

MMOHut Weekly Recap #84 May 6 – League of Legends, Rusty Hearts, Elder Scrolls, & More

Posted: 09 May 2012 12:55 PM PDT

A quick look and discussion for every major announcement and update during the week! This week we discussed updates from the following games: League of Legends, Rusty Hearts, Elder Scrolls Online, Renaissance Heroes, Brawl Busters and Family Guy Online. The biggest news this week comes from the announcement that Bethesda the company behind the Elder Scroll series, announced The Elder Scrolls Online a MMORPG set in the TES universe. No word on whether the game is going to be F2P but early reports of the game show signs that it will not follow the same style of play that its predecessors followed. You can view all the individual news articles mention over at the MMOHut.com News section.

Gate of Darkness opens in Elsword

Posted: 09 May 2012 12:18 PM PDT

Elsword is celebrating the release of a new dungeon, the Gate of Darkness.

The Gate of Darkness is a defense dungeon, in which players must defend against 15 waves of demons alone or with a team. The greater the difficulty completed, the better the rewards!

Until June 4, players can collect event cubes in the Gate of Darkness, which will offer Magic Stones and El Shards. Players will also get a special cube including wyvern’s accessories just for logging in during the time period.

Elsword is published by Kill3rCombo.

Elsword Gate of Darkness Trailer

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Demons Invade Online Action Game Elsword

IRVINE, Calif. – May 9, 2012 – Calling all warriors to protect the El Crystal from the invading demons including three-headed Dark Bone Dragons! Elsword, the award-winning anime-style beat-'em-up game by Kill3rCombo, is introducing a new defense dungeon, Gate of Darkness. Players need to protect the gemstone in 15 waves of incoming demons by going solo or teaming up with other players. Players can receive more rewards by increasing the difficulty.

Starting today until Monday, June 4, Elswordis hosting events to celebrate the new dungeon:

  • Event Cubes: During the event period, players can collect special event cubes by defeating the demons in the Gate of Darkness dungeon. Collected cubes will provide various Magic Stones and El Shards;
  • Log in Event: Just by logging, players will receive a special cube filled with the wyvern's accessories.

In Elsword, gamers can choose from five specialized and customizable characters as they explore immersive maps and battle to complete dynamic quests. As players progress through the game, they can evolve their fighting styles by upgrading to new job classes and watch as their chosen character matures and gains more fierce abilities and combos. With intuitive and straightforward controls, Elsword offers players of all skill levels the chance to defeat enemies and deal damage, either on a solo mission or cooperatively in a party of up to four players. For those who welcome a challenge, Elsword also delivers action-packed player-versus-player (PvP) combat.

Rappelz prepares for Epic VII launch

Posted: 09 May 2012 12:09 PM PDT

Rappelz is preparing to launch its next expansion, Epic VII: Reanimation, on June 7.

gPotato is helping players celebrate early with a three-week long log-in event, running from May 9 to June 3. Players who log in during each week will receive these rewards:

May 9 to June 3: Double your experience every day you play with free Stamina Savers. Plus, receive a free permanent loot pet and earn a chance to win an item from the Grand Prize pool! See details below.
May 9 to May 15: Boost your pet's experience by logging in to win 5 Animal Crackers
May 16 to May 22: Protect your weapons from breaking with five E-protects
May 23 to June 3: Win 5 more E-Protects and Animal Crackers by logging in all seven days

Players who log in all three weeks will also be entered into a Grand Prize Pool, featuring a gaming mouse, 5,000 gPotatoes, and an iPad 3. Players who log in 22 days (at least) during the event will earn a free permanent loot pet.

The event will also grant players 50% bonus experience until June 3, preparing for Epic VII. The new expansion will introduce a new Master Class dungeon for high level parties.

gPotato also publishes Iris Online and Aika Online.

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Rappelz Announces Reanimation Expansion and Celebrates with a Login Event

Play Rappelz to Win Everything from In-Game Items to a Brand New iPad 3!

Sunnyvale, Calif. – May 9 2012 Rappelz Epic VII: Reanimation will arrive June 7, and the rewards begin today with a three week login event! Log in daily from May 9 to June 3 to win items like in-game experience boosters and weapons savers every single day. Play the whole time and automatically enter the pool to win a gaming mouse, 5,000 free gPotatoes, or the amazing iPad 3!

Rappelz has packed the calendar with login rewards that begin today, May 9! Every player who logs in will receive the following rewards:

May 9 to June 3: Double your experience every day you play with free Stamina Savers. Plus, receive a free permanent loot pet and earn a chance to win an item from the Grand Prize pool! See details below.
May 9 to May 15: Boost your pet's experience by logging in to win 5 Animal Crackers
May 16 to May 22: Protect your weapons from breaking with five E-protects
May 23 to June 3: Win 5 more E-Protects and Animal Crackers by logging in all seven days

Complete all these requirements and be automatically entered into the Grand Prize pool.  Ten lucky third place winners will receive one gaming mouse, the latest in point-and-click technology.  Five second place winners will get their very own gPotato shopping spree with an award of 5,000 free gPotatoes, and one spectacularly lucky first place winner will receive the incredible, brand new iPad 3!

Rappelz will also increase the experience rate of all users by 50% for the entire duration of the event!  This will help players prepare for Reanimation's biggest addition: a mysterious Master Class dungeon for high level parties.  Rappelz will also give away a free permanent loot pet, able to gather items from every beast you slay, to everyone who logs in at least twenty-two days between May 9 and June 3.

Rappelz Epic VII: Reanimation comes to life on June 7, with more information and great prizes available now! Check out the official Rappelz Epic VII: Reanimation preview and homepage for more details.

Grand Chase introduces Leviathan

Posted: 09 May 2012 11:50 AM PDT

Grand Chase’s character Dio has just gained his third job: Leviathan.

Leviathan job allows Dio to use the Soul Reaver, a scythe, and utilize the Marble System to change weapon style and affects. This combined system will let players create new combos in dungeons and PvP.

Until May 15, players can partake in a few Leviathan-themed events. By unlocking Dio’s Leviathan mission, players can earn bonus rewards including +10 Epic Reinforcement Stone Chests; players will get 20% bonus experience playing as Dio or as a member of Dio’s team, and the Leviathan’s Rage Package will be on sale for a 10% discount.

Grand Chase is published by SG Interactive, which also publishes  Trickster Online and Project Blackout.

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SG Interactive Unleashes the Leviathan in Grand Chase: Heroes

The Third Job for Player-character Dio Unlocks the Deadly Soul Reaver Weapon and Brutal New Combo Abilities

Irvine, Calif. - May 9, 2012 - A devastating new force awaits players in SG Interactive’s action massively multiplayer online role-playing game (MMORPG), Grand Chase: Heroes, with the release of the powerful Leviathan. As the third job for the powerful demon-born Dio, Leviathan introduces a new choice in play-style for Dio fanatics. The new job hinges around different battle stances – the Devil Pose for conquering dungeons and the Weapons Pose to excel in player-versus-player (PvP) combat. Dio’s third job is available now, and interested players can try out the character by registering for free on the official game page.

Details of the Leviathan job include:

  • The new weapon, Soul Reaver: The Soul Reaver is a scythe weapon that gives players a deadly edge in combat. It bristles with the power of the grim reaper, as its wrath has been wrought on scores of monsters and players alike.
  • The customizable “Marble System:” The key to victory is adaptability. Players can customize their attack style and dominate the battlefield by changing the different weapon effects with Dio’s “Marble System.”
  • New combos: The “Marble System” combined with the powers of the Soul Reaver will allow skilled combatants to create brand new combos to chain together vicious attacks. These new combos can control the battle or dominate enemies in PvP and dungeons.

To help players get started with Leviathan, from now until May 15, SG Interactive will hold special events including:

  • The “Leviathan is Here!” Event: Brawlers will earn bonus rewards including the +10 Epic Reinforcement Stone Chest, just by unlocking Dio’s Leviathan mission.
  • Get a Taste of Dio’s Power Event: By playing as Dio or as a member of Dio’s team players will receive a 20% EXP boost in dungeons and PvP
  • Leviathan’s Rage Package Sale: Players can purchase the Leviathan’s Rage Package at a 10% discount.

Dio, tasked with destroying the dimensional portals that open up to the demon world, is forced to unseal more of his reckless power to deal with them. Leviathan builds on Dio’s existing jobs but gives players more customization and specialization to deal with foes. Players can alter his skills on the fly to be deadly in PvP or dungeons with the Weapon and Devil poses.

Grand Chase: Heroes is a side-scrolling action MMORPG that allows up to six players to battle monsters in dungeons, or face off against other gamers in combat. Adventurers can engage in team battle and survival modes of gameplay, with each type supporting both tag and item matches. For more information and to play the game for free, visit http://grandchase.gamerage.com/

Auto Club Revolution adds the McLaren MP4-12C

Posted: 09 May 2012 11:27 AM PDT

The McLaren MP4-12C has zoomed into Auto Club Revolution.

The McLaren’s current supercar joins the F1, and adds a new mid-engined car to the game’s roster of high performance vehicles. The car can see 100mph in 6.1 seconds thanks to its 600 PS twin-turbo engine. Players can learn more about this powerhouse in the game’s official forums.

Auto Club Revolution is an online racing game and community published by Eutechnyx.

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MCLAREN MP4-12C COMES TO AUTO CLUB REVOLUTION®

McLaren's Latest Supercar Joins Racing Game and Community's Car Roster

9th May 2012, London, UK. Eutechnyx has announced that the latest car to be added to Auto Club Revolution, its online racing game and car community, is McLaren's current supercar, the MP4-12C. Launched in Auto Club Revolution on the 8th May 2012, the MP4-12C joins McLaren's legendary F1 and adds another mid-engined monster to the game's ever-increasing roster of high-performance vehicles available to buy with the game's e-Bucks currency.

First unveiled in 2009, the McLaren MP4-12C was launched in 2011 with a carbon fibre composite chassis and the 7-speed McLaren Seamless Shift dual clutch gearbox (SSG) with Pre-Cog functionality. The pure power of the 1434 kg car can be experienced when its 600 PS twin-turbo engine accelerates it to 100 mph in only 6.1 seconds. The official Auto Club Revolution forums will see a dedicated thread for the car's release, which will include all manner of information.

Doug Wolff, team lead, Eutechnyx commented: "McLaren has always been at the forefront of car design, be it in Formula 1, on behalf of other manufacturers or under its own label, and the MP4-12C is absolutely emblematic of that combination of extreme skill, talent and artistry." He continues, "With the truly iconic McLaren F1 already in the Auto Club Revolution roster, we're overjoyed to be able to add the very latest summation of McLaren's automotive knowledge to our game and with the MP4-12C in place, we'll be looking forward to seeing even more fierce battles in the mid-engined supercar domain within the Auto Club Revolution community and leaderboards."

Auto Club Revolution is a free-to-play online racing game and car community built in collaboration with the motor industry. Featuring officially licensed cars from over 50 of the world's leading motor manufacturers, it delivers a console quality racing experience to the free-to-play market while providing a social platform for owning, customising and enjoying cars online. The game features a wide range of custom and licensed race tracks including Silverstone and Circuit de Spa Francorchamps.

Firekom announces Global Soccer

Posted: 09 May 2012 10:48 AM PDT

Polish game developer Firekom has announced their debut title, Global Soccer.

Global Soccer will be a free-to-play soccer themed MMO designed for players around the world. Players can choose their team position, build their abilities, and earn fame and fortune as a professional soccer player (footballer). Players will be able to compete against others at worldwide stadiums, socialize and join football clubs, strive to earn trophies, and spend their hard-earned game money on progress, better living quarters, and fame. The game’s city features a disco, restaurant, shopping center, park, beach, and other surprises.

 Global Soccer is currently in open beta for different languages at www.globalsoccer.com.co.

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Global Soccer – new MMO RPG sport game

 

FIREKOM proudly presents GLOBAL SOCCER.

Firekom, a Polish game developing team, is proud to present its debut production, an online MMO game called Global Soccer – a virtual world which has been created to meet the needs of football fans from all over the world. Everyone can become a football star!

Global Soccer is an online game designed to bring the passion of football into the virtual reality.

First, players make up their mind as to what position they wish to play on. Then, all they need is a mixture of talent, skills and a bit of luck to become a rich and famous football star. Every Global Soccer players get the chance to build up their confidence, abilities and competence on the pitch. They can help the goalkeeper defend their goal, assist their teammates in attacking or shooting goals for the team. In other words do everything a good footballer should do to become a legendary striker, an epic midfielder or a significant defender.

Since Global Soccer is an MMORPG, it becomes a place of meeting players from all over the world. One of the greatest advantages of the game is that the players get the chance to play with or against real people who might be miles away from one another. Not only can the players meet up at the different stadiums of GS but they are also able to socialize outside the pitch and create their common football clubs to reach out for the best trophies together. Moreover, they earn their own money which in turn can be spent to progress faster, to improve their standard of living as well as to gain prestige and fame.

The ever-developing Global Soccer city offers many interesting places. There is a disco where you can have a drink, a restaurant to grab something to eat, a shopping center where the trendiest clothes can be bought as well as a park or a beach to take a deep breath, relax and contemplate the beauty of the world. There are also some mysterious surprises hidden around the whole city waiting for the players to discover them. What is more, the city is always alive and there is always something to do so it is never dull nor tedious but busy and vibrant.

Global Soccer is in the open beta version and is already being tested. It is available in different language versions. As the Global Soccer family keeps growing, the number of testers keep growing. Everyone wishing to start their career as virtual footballers can become a Global Soccer tester as the developers always listen to the voice of their players and try to implement most of the changes they suggest into the game. In that way Global Soccer players are actively involved in the process of development of the game. The game is available on www.globalsoccer.com.co Visit the website and find us on Facebook www.facebook.com/Globalsoccermmo to find out more about the game and the players. Join the Global Soccer family and become a world-class football player.

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