ArcheBlade by Codebrush Games:
http://en.codebrush.net/game
Pros:
- Unique concept: battlegrounds/map-based third person PVP with fighting game mechanics (a MOBA/fighting game or DOTA/Brawl Busters hybrid).
- Map-based PVP can allow for many different game modes.
- Decent starting character roster.
Cons:
- Uses Steam.
- Doesn't seem to have any PVE content.
- Unclear monetization strategy.
- Significant character balance issues.
- Small team/developer - can they support regular game updates?
- Each character's move set isn't that deep/extensive.
- Kickstarter for this game was closed quite quickly, though developers claim that the game's status has not been affected.
Reviews/Previews:
http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/346990097/project-archeblade-0
http://www.onrpg.com/MMO/ArcheBlade/review/ArcheBlade--Closed-Beta-Impressions
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