Mitch Lasky points to consoles as biggest risk for EA:
Veteran exec calls out EA Games for undisciplined product selection, cost control and marketing spend
Wednesday, March 27, 2013
Korean News and Beta Test Announcements
- Anipark “Chagu Chagu” holds final pre-OBT from March 28.
- Pax Game “Empire Morning: Nomad’s Tears” starts OBT.
- X-Legend MMORPG “Pride of Soul” holds CBT from March 22 to 24.
- ENP Games web MMORPG “Jinmiin” holds CBT from March 26 to 28.
- Gpax web MMORPG “Hwansangigye” starts OBT on March 22.
- Digital Extremes SF action game “Warframe” starts OBT.
- Liveplex signs China service contract with KunLun for MMORPG “Queens Blade”.
- CJ Games acquires 50% shares (worth 16,000,000,000 won) of number 1 publisher in Turkey Joy Game.
- Jeyu Games MMORPG “Troy of Sparta” revealed for the first time, FGT may be set in early April.
- Gorilla Banana MMORPG “Red Blood” holds 2nd CBT from April 4 to 7.
- Mobcast Korea mobile soccer management game “Mobsoccer” starts service on March 28.
- Nyugame web MMORPG “Guilty of Darkness” starts OBT on March 27.
- Neowiz Games “Baseball God” to start Cloud service via LG U+’s C-games.
- Eyedentity Games action RPG “Dungeon Striker” holds 3rd CBT from March 27 to 31.
- XL Games releases mobile farm simulation game “ArcheVille” that can be connected with ArcheAge.
Nexon to Demo Navy Field 2 at GDC
Nexon to Demo Navy Field 2 at GDC:
Nexon America announced that they would be presenting Navy Field 2 for the first time in North America at GDC on March 27 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., #270 South Hall. Continue
Nexon America announced that they would be presenting Navy Field 2 for the first time in North America at GDC on March 27 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., #270 South Hall. Continue
Jacobs: 'I don't want F2P/B2P items in Camelot Unchained'
Jacobs: 'I don't want F2P/B2P items in Camelot Unchained':
Filed under: Fantasy, Business models, Game mechanics, Interviews, MMO industry, New titles, PvP, News items, Crowdfunding Mark Jacobs is a busy man these days, but
Filed under: Fantasy, Business models, Game mechanics, Interviews, MMO industry, New titles, PvP, News items, Crowdfunding Mark Jacobs is a busy man these days, but
Minority announces Papo & Yo for Steam and new game Silent Enemy
Minority announces Papo & Yo for Steam and new game Silent Enemy:
Today Minority Media's creative director, Vander Caballero, made two announcements regarding his studio's...
Today Minority Media's creative director, Vander Caballero, made two announcements regarding his studio's...
BlackBerry's game R& D lead: 'We want devs to make money, obviously'
BlackBerry's game R& D lead: 'We want devs to make money, obviously':
Gamasutra spoke with BlackBerry game R& D lead Sean Paul Taylor about how the company plans to court mobile game devs with promises of easy ports, gamepad
Gamasutra spoke with BlackBerry game R& D lead Sean Paul Taylor about how the company plans to court mobile game devs with promises of easy ports, gamepad
The five reasons freemium sucks
The five reasons freemium sucks:
The free-to-play business model has five big problems, says Bennett Foddy -- but being creative about solving them can result in a more meaningful application of free-to-
The free-to-play business model has five big problems, says Bennett Foddy -- but being creative about solving them can result in a more meaningful application of free-to-
Kongregate's 6 habits for keeping F2P players playing
Kongregate's 6 habits for keeping F2P players playing:
Kongregate COO and co-founder Emily Greer has built her company on maintaining players for the long haul. At a GDC session she described the six pillars her company
Kongregate COO and co-founder Emily Greer has built her company on maintaining players for the long haul. At a GDC session she described the six pillars her company
GDC roundup: Godsrule, Unity and PerBlue
GDC roundup: Godsrule, Unity and PerBlue:
Godsrule close to launching on iOS — We got to see a demo of Sega and Gogogic’s social strategy game Godsrule: War of Mortals on iOS today. The game was
Godsrule close to launching on iOS — We got to see a demo of Sega and Gogogic’s social strategy game Godsrule: War of Mortals on iOS today. The game was
Battlefield 4 confirmed for fall 2013
Battlefield 4 confirmed for fall 2013:
DICE's new shooter arriving later this year for Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, and PC; runs on Frostbite 3; 17-minute gameplay trailer revealed. Electronic Arts confirmed today
DICE's new shooter arriving later this year for Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, and PC; runs on Frostbite 3; 17-minute gameplay trailer revealed. Electronic Arts confirmed today
How Plague, Inc topped the mobile market
How Plague, Inc topped the mobile market:
Ndemic Creations CEO James Vaughan outlines some of the business decisions that made mobile disease simulation game Plague, Inc one of the most successful and
Ndemic Creations CEO James Vaughan outlines some of the business decisions that made mobile disease simulation game Plague, Inc one of the most successful and
There's still big money in paid apps
There's still big money in paid apps:
GDC 2013: Capy's Nathan Vella tries to get devs to move towards more paid apps
GDC 2013: Capy's Nathan Vella tries to get devs to move towards more paid apps
Rock, Paper, Shotgun has a first look at the remake of classic Warhammer 40K game Space Hulk.
Rock, Paper, Shotgun has a first look at the remake of classic Warhammer 40K game Space Hulk.:
Rock, Paper, Shotgun has a first look at the remake of classic Warhammer 40K game Space Hulk. Check it out.Read more...
Rock, Paper, Shotgun has a first look at the remake of classic Warhammer 40K game Space Hulk. Check it out.Read more...
A Game About Life, Death, And Eating Your Elders
A Game About Life, Death, And Eating Your Elders:
It's a dog-eat-dog world out there. Or, you know, a baby-eat-grandpa world. At least, that's the world envisioned by Tasty, Tasty Grandpa, an in-development iOS game
It's a dog-eat-dog world out there. Or, you know, a baby-eat-grandpa world. At least, that's the world envisioned by Tasty, Tasty Grandpa, an in-development iOS game
Facebook reveals new growth stats; 20 percent of web users play games every day
Facebook reveals new growth stats; 20 percent of web users play games every day:
Today at the Game Developers Conference, Facebook revealed new statistics, features and a Game Center for developers. According to Facebook, more than 250
Today at the Game Developers Conference, Facebook revealed new statistics, features and a Game Center for developers. According to Facebook, more than 250
Bushnell: Mobile games are over
Bushnell: Mobile games are over:
Atari founder sees Google Glass, Oculus Rift as next big thing, believes mobile market is glutted with competition
Atari founder sees Google Glass, Oculus Rift as next big thing, believes mobile market is glutted with competition
UK publisher reveals Minecraft books
UK publisher reveals Minecraft books:
“We are thrilled to be working with Egmont to create exclusive and engaging content for our fans”
“We are thrilled to be working with Egmont to create exclusive and engaging content for our fans”
SOE talks Forgelight engine, PlanetSide 2 Player App
SOE talks Forgelight engine, PlanetSide 2 Player App:
Filed under: Video, Game mechanics, MMO industry, PvP, News items, Free-to-play, MMOFPS, PlanetSide 2 This is a noteworthy week for PlanetSide 2, as SOE is releasing
Filed under: Video, Game mechanics, MMO industry, PvP, News items, Free-to-play, MMOFPS, PlanetSide 2 This is a noteworthy week for PlanetSide 2, as SOE is releasing
Playdek to bring Dungeons Dragons to mobile devices
Playdek to bring Dungeons Dragons to mobile devices:
One step backwards, two steps forwards – that the kind of month it’s been for Playdek. It was only days ago that the company announced it would no longer be partnering
One step backwards, two steps forwards – that the kind of month it’s been for Playdek. It was only days ago that the company announced it would no longer be partnering
How to use live events to promote your game
How to use live events to promote your game:
For all the talent that small, independent game developers may possess, they're not typically so skilled in the art of marketing and self-promotion. Antichamber dev
For all the talent that small, independent game developers may possess, they're not typically so skilled in the art of marketing and self-promotion. Antichamber dev
Minecraft dev's next game enters beta in April
Minecraft dev's next game enters beta in April:
Mojang confirms paid PC beta period for Scrolls targeted for end of next month; developer responds to Blizzard's HearthStone announcement. Collectible
Mojang confirms paid PC beta period for Scrolls targeted for end of next month; developer responds to Blizzard's HearthStone announcement. Collectible
Flameseeker Chronicles: Guild Wars 2's March update
Flameseeker Chronicles: Guild Wars 2's March update:
Filed under: Fantasy, Game mechanics, Patches, Previews, Opinion, Guild Wars 2, Flameseeker Chronicles It's patch day! Today marks the arrival of the long-awaited
Filed under: Fantasy, Game mechanics, Patches, Previews, Opinion, Guild Wars 2, Flameseeker Chronicles It's patch day! Today marks the arrival of the long-awaited
Delver's Drop Promises Endless, Zelda-Style Action
Delver's Drop Promises Endless, Zelda-Style Action:
If you were to describe a game to me using the words Secret of Mana, Rogue and The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past, you would immediately pique my interest. Read
If you were to describe a game to me using the words Secret of Mana, Rogue and The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past, you would immediately pique my interest. Read
Solitaire Blitz (iOS) review
Solitaire Blitz (iOS) review:
Solitaire Blitz is a new iOS release from PopCap. It’s a port of the company’s well-received Facebook game, which we reviewed here, and is available now as a
Solitaire Blitz is a new iOS release from PopCap. It’s a port of the company’s well-received Facebook game, which we reviewed here, and is available now as a
Fetch Could Have Been an Animated Feature. Instead It's an Utterly Charming iPad Game.
Fetch Could Have Been an Animated Feature. Instead It's an Utterly Charming iPad Game.:
You could search the iTunes app store for days and not come close to finding a game with the charm and polish of Big FishGames' Fetch. It's an animated movie
You could search the iTunes app store for days and not come close to finding a game with the charm and polish of Big FishGames' Fetch. It's an animated movie
RIFT Korea Announces Game Closure
RIFT Korea Announces Game Closure:
Published by CJ E&M, under the Netmarble portal, RIFT Korea will officially close down on 25th April 2013, with refunds given back to subscribers from 17th April onwards and web shop closing on 28th March. Continue
Published by CJ E&M, under the Netmarble portal, RIFT Korea will officially close down on 25th April 2013, with refunds given back to subscribers from 17th April onwards and web shop closing on 28th March. Continue
Mini Golf MatchUp Review
Mini Golf MatchUp Review:
Gamezebo Rating: Do you remember Words With Friends? Sure you do! You’re still playing games inspired by it to this very day -- and I’m not necessarily talking about
Gamezebo Rating: Do you remember Words With Friends? Sure you do! You’re still playing games inspired by it to this very day -- and I’m not necessarily talking about
PopCap's James Gwertzman on how to succeed in the Chinese games market [GDC]
PopCap's James Gwertzman on how to succeed in the Chinese games market [GDC]:
There’s money to be made in China, but western game developers haven’t had the best luck making it. Part of this can be attributed to China’s stance towards video
There’s money to be made in China, but western game developers haven’t had the best luck making it. Part of this can be attributed to China’s stance towards video
Zeptolab: We don't want to release 10 or 20 titles a year
Zeptolab: We don't want to release 10 or 20 titles a year:
Cut The Rope developer on healthy balance and mobile
Cut The Rope developer on healthy balance and mobile
Abalone Review
Abalone Review:
Gamezebo Rating: Abstract board games are amongst the oldest entertainments devised by humanity. And despite the dominance of ancient classics like Chess
Gamezebo Rating: Abstract board games are amongst the oldest entertainments devised by humanity. And despite the dominance of ancient classics like Chess
Gladiators Review
Gladiators Review:
Gamezebo Rating: If you think about it, managing a team of gladiators is a lot like coaching a sports team. Well, except for the fact that the gladiators have no choice but to
Gamezebo Rating: If you think about it, managing a team of gladiators is a lot like coaching a sports team. Well, except for the fact that the gladiators have no choice but to
“Angry Birds” Comes To The Kennedy Space Center
“Angry Birds” Comes To The Kennedy Space Center:
Kennedy Space Center gets Angry about making learning fun. There are many reasons to visit the Kennedy Space Center. But if seeing rocket ships up close and
Kennedy Space Center gets Angry about making learning fun. There are many reasons to visit the Kennedy Space Center. But if seeing rocket ships up close and
Project Anarchy: Free mobile development tools from Havok
Project Anarchy: Free mobile development tools from Havok:
Intel-owned middleware company Havok today revealed a new and complete end-to-end mobile 3D game production engine at the Game Developers Conference, coming
Intel-owned middleware company Havok today revealed a new and complete end-to-end mobile 3D game production engine at the Game Developers Conference, coming
Top mobile games have new competition
Top mobile games have new competition:
The App Annie Index for February shows a diverse collection of old and new games and some surprising shifts
The App Annie Index for February shows a diverse collection of old and new games and some surprising shifts
Are free-to-play games... socialist?
Are free-to-play games... socialist?:
If paying players support those who don't spend those who invest money into the game, are free-to-play games actually a form of socialism? One designer makes the
If paying players support those who don't spend those who invest money into the game, are free-to-play games actually a form of socialism? One designer makes the
New GamesAnalytics service offers analytic tools for free-to-play games
New GamesAnalytics service offers analytic tools for free-to-play games:
Monetization firm GamesAnalytics has launched a new monthly subscription service called Measure, aimed at providing publishers and developers with access to
Monetization firm GamesAnalytics has launched a new monthly subscription service called Measure, aimed at providing publishers and developers with access to
SWTOR APAC Servers Merging with NA | Ten Ton Hammer
SWTOR APAC Servers Merging with NA | Ten Ton Hammer:
BioWare reveals plans to merge Star Wars: The Old Republic’s Asia Pacific servers with NA servers for long-term play experience.
BioWare reveals plans to merge Star Wars: The Old Republic’s Asia Pacific servers with NA servers for long-term play experience.
World of Tanks takes the battle to mobile
World of Tanks takes the battle to mobile:
Wargaming reveals its first title for tablets and smartphones
Wargaming reveals its first title for tablets and smartphones
Vanguard merging down to one server
Vanguard merging down to one server:
Filed under: Fantasy, MMO industry, Vanguard, Free-to-play SOE announced today that it will be merging Vanguard's two remaining servers, Halgar and Telon, on
Filed under: Fantasy, MMO industry, Vanguard, Free-to-play SOE announced today that it will be merging Vanguard's two remaining servers, Halgar and Telon, on
King.com rebrands as King, unveils two new Saga games
King.com rebrands as King, unveils two new Saga games:
When compared to other conferences, GDC is fairly light on big announcements. King.com clearly didn’t get the memo, though, as they’ve just announced that
When compared to other conferences, GDC is fairly light on big announcements. King.com clearly didn’t get the memo, though, as they’ve just announced that
League of Legends: Mobile Version Statement Clarified
League of Legends: Mobile Version Statement Clarified:
Yesterday it was widely reported that Riot Games was working on a League of Legends mobile edition. However, this may not be exactly true. RTSGuru.com reached
Yesterday it was widely reported that Riot Games was working on a League of Legends mobile edition. However, this may not be exactly true. RTSGuru.com reached
Exclusive: PopCap bringing Plants vs. Zombies to Facebook with Plants vs. Zombies Adventures, confirms PvZ 2
Exclusive: PopCap bringing Plants vs. Zombies to Facebook with Plants vs. Zombies Adventures, confirms PvZ 2:
PopCap Games today officially revealed the social adaptation of its incredibly popular game Plants vs. Zombies with Plants vs. Zombies Adventures. At the San Francisco
PopCap Games today officially revealed the social adaptation of its incredibly popular game Plants vs. Zombies with Plants vs. Zombies Adventures. At the San Francisco
Sega delays Phantasy Star Online 2's North American launch
Sega delays Phantasy Star Online 2's North American launch:
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, Sci-fi, MMO industry, New titles, News items, Free-to-play Phantasy Star Online 2 boasted some impressive user numbers late last year, but
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, Sci-fi, MMO industry, New titles, News items, Free-to-play Phantasy Star Online 2 boasted some impressive user numbers late last year, but
SoftBank acquires majority stake in GungHo Entertainment
SoftBank acquires majority stake in GungHo Entertainment:
Japanese telecomms company buys $265m in stock in Puzzle & Dragons developer
Japanese telecomms company buys $265m in stock in Puzzle & Dragons developer
Square Enix's Yoichi Wada Is Stepping Down
Square Enix's Yoichi Wada Is Stepping Down:
Today, it was announced that Square Enix president Yoichi Wada is stepping down. He will no longer be serving as Square Enix's Representative Director. Yousuke
Today, it was announced that Square Enix president Yoichi Wada is stepping down. He will no longer be serving as Square Enix's Representative Director. Yousuke
New corporate vice president for Microsoft
New corporate vice president for Microsoft:
Judson Althoff appointed to head up US sales and marketing
Judson Althoff appointed to head up US sales and marketing
Square Enix revises full-year forecast, expects major losses
Square Enix revises full-year forecast, expects major losses:
UPDATE: Tomb Raider expected to sell 3.4m units in debut month, but still falls short
UPDATE: Tomb Raider expected to sell 3.4m units in debut month, but still falls short
Zynga snares finance VP, loses CIO
Zynga snares finance VP, loses CIO:
Atul Bagga joins and Debra Chrapaty leaves as exec movement continues
Atul Bagga joins and Debra Chrapaty leaves as exec movement continues
Tuesday, March 26, 2013
Chinese News and Beta Test Announcements
- Neowiz: Seven Souls Online, closed last December 2012 in the West.
- Ragnarok Online 2 – North America teaser website now up, War of Emperium still in development.
- Dungeon Striker – 2 new servers announced for Asia.
- Games still going strong, VNG reports over $90 million in revenue for 2012.
- Tencent plans three-pronged attack to monetize WeChat (like LINE app).
Massively's hands-on with SWTOR expansion Rise of the Hutt Cartel
Massively's hands-on with SWTOR expansion Rise of the Hutt Cartel:
Filed under: Sci-fi, Expansions, Patches, Previews, PvE, Opinion, Free-to-play, Hands-on, Massively Hands-on, First Impressions, Star Wars: The Old Republic
Filed under: Sci-fi, Expansions, Patches, Previews, PvE, Opinion, Free-to-play, Hands-on, Massively Hands-on, First Impressions, Star Wars: The Old Republic
Star Wars: The Old Republic: The Hutt Cartel is Rising
Star Wars: The Old Republic: The Hutt Cartel is Rising:
Star Wars: The Old Republic is getting its first digital expansion with the imminent release of Rise of the Hutt Cartel. We were on hand to check out RotHC at Bioware:
Star Wars: The Old Republic is getting its first digital expansion with the imminent release of Rise of the Hutt Cartel. We were on hand to check out RotHC at Bioware:
PAX East 2013: Hands-on with The Repopulation
PAX East 2013: Hands-on with The Repopulation:
Filed under: Sci-fi, Classes, Economy, Events, real-world, Game mechanics, Interviews, MMO industry, New titles, Previews, Hands-on, Massively Interviews,
Filed under: Sci-fi, Classes, Economy, Events, real-world, Game mechanics, Interviews, MMO industry, New titles, Previews, Hands-on, Massively Interviews,
PAX East 2013: SOE's Dave Georgeson on EQ Next and the future of online gaming
PAX East 2013: SOE's Dave Georgeson on EQ Next and the future of online gaming:
Filed under: Fantasy, EverQuest, EverQuest II, Culture, Events, real-world, Interviews, MMO industry, Previews, Opinion, Free-to-play, Massively Interviews, Massively Event
Filed under: Fantasy, EverQuest, EverQuest II, Culture, Events, real-world, Interviews, MMO industry, Previews, Opinion, Free-to-play, Massively Interviews, Massively Event
Facebook shares new documentation for local currency pricing, sets migration for Q3
Facebook shares new documentation for local currency pricing, sets migration for Q3:
Facebook today provided updates regarding its transition from Credits to local currency pricing. The company offered new documentation for game developers and
Facebook today provided updates regarding its transition from Credits to local currency pricing. The company offered new documentation for game developers and
Triple Town devs on finding the fun in free-to-play game design
Triple Town devs on finding the fun in free-to-play game design:
Rapid iteration, early releases, and a broad design space are key to building original successful free-to-play games, say Spry Fox (Triple Town) devs during a session at
Rapid iteration, early releases, and a broad design space are key to building original successful free-to-play games, say Spry Fox (Triple Town) devs during a session at
Firefall Announced PAX EAST Milestone Details
Firefall Announced PAX EAST Milestone Details:
Red 5 Studios today released details and a new trailer for Firefall’s latest mega-patch, which launched during an exclusive PAX East press event last weekend. The new
Red 5 Studios today released details and a new trailer for Firefall’s latest mega-patch, which launched during an exclusive PAX East press event last weekend. The new
Nintendo's indies guy tells you how to get your games approved
Nintendo's indies guy tells you how to get your games approved:
Nintendo's policies for indie developers have been opaque -- until now. Dan Adelman, who works with teams like Gaijin Games (Runner 2) and Tomorrow
Nintendo's policies for indie developers have been opaque -- until now. Dan Adelman, who works with teams like Gaijin Games (Runner 2) and Tomorrow
Sony kills concept approval, makes moves to get indies onto PS4
Sony kills concept approval, makes moves to get indies onto PS4:
Gamsutra speaks with Sony's Adam Boyes, who heads up its publisher and development relations team, about changes it's making to become more developer-
Gamsutra speaks with Sony's Adam Boyes, who heads up its publisher and development relations team, about changes it's making to become more developer-
Not So Massively: PAX East 2013, D3 on PS3, and Firefall's TV channel
Not So Massively: PAX East 2013, D3 on PS3, and Firefall's TV channel:
Filed under: Betas, Video, Culture, Events, real-world, Game mechanics, New titles, Patches, Previews, PvP, News items, PvE, Free-to-play, Dev Diaries, Not So Massively,
Filed under: Betas, Video, Culture, Events, real-world, Game mechanics, New titles, Patches, Previews, PvP, News items, PvE, Free-to-play, Dev Diaries, Not So Massively,
Buy a box for Age of Wushu and gain exclusive adventures
Buy a box for Age of Wushu and gain exclusive adventures:
Filed under: Fantasy, Historical, Business models, News items, Free-to-play, Sandbox, Age of Wushu Who doesn't like buying a boxed edition of a free-to-play
Filed under: Fantasy, Historical, Business models, News items, Free-to-play, Sandbox, Age of Wushu Who doesn't like buying a boxed edition of a free-to-play
First 14 Minutes of Defiance Premier Episode Now Available Online | Ten Ton Hammer
First 14 Minutes of Defiance Premier Episode Now Available Online | Ten Ton Hammer:
Syfy posts the first 14 minutes of the first episode of the Defiance television show online.
Syfy posts the first 14 minutes of the first episode of the Defiance television show online.
The Hobbit: Armies of the Third Age review
The Hobbit: Armies of the Third Age review:
The Hobbit: Armies of the Third Age is a new Facebook game from Kabam. It is not related to the company’s recent iOS and Android game The Hobbit: Kingdoms of
The Hobbit: Armies of the Third Age is a new Facebook game from Kabam. It is not related to the company’s recent iOS and Android game The Hobbit: Kingdoms of
Ludei adds 3D support to its HTML5 platform
Ludei adds 3D support to its HTML5 platform:
HTML5 platform provider Ludei today announced it’s adding 3D support to its game development platform, allowing developers to deliver WebGL 3D games to
HTML5 platform provider Ludei today announced it’s adding 3D support to its game development platform, allowing developers to deliver WebGL 3D games to
How ethical design can be a money-maker
How ethical design can be a money-maker:
GDC 2013: Shellrazer designer describes the key to monetization and in-app purchases; it's all about respect for the players
GDC 2013: Shellrazer designer describes the key to monetization and in-app purchases; it's all about respect for the players
'Be suspicious of data,' says video game data guy
'Be suspicious of data,' says video game data guy:
Joost van Dreunen is CEO of growing video game market and sales data company SuperData. But even as someone who supplies clients with data, he says data
Joost van Dreunen is CEO of growing video game market and sales data company SuperData. But even as someone who supplies clients with data, he says data
Mini Golf MatchUp (iOS/Android) review
Mini Golf MatchUp (iOS/Android) review:
Mini Golf MatchUp is a new iOS and Android game from Scopely, makers of the “With Buddies” series of cross-platform asynchronous multiplayer games. The new
Mini Golf MatchUp is a new iOS and Android game from Scopely, makers of the “With Buddies” series of cross-platform asynchronous multiplayer games. The new
The Old Republic's 'Rise of the Hutt Cartel' expansion out April 14
The Old Republic's 'Rise of the Hutt Cartel' expansion out April 14:
First digital expansion for BioWare's free-to-play MMO game launching next month; those who preordered on or before January 7 can jump in April 9. Star Wars: The Old
First digital expansion for BioWare's free-to-play MMO game launching next month; those who preordered on or before January 7 can jump in April 9. Star Wars: The Old
ECCO the Dolphin could live on through spiritual successor, The Big Blue
ECCO the Dolphin could live on through spiritual successor, The Big Blue:
ECCO the Dolphin was one of my favorite SEGA Genesis games growing up. I doubt I ever played it as intended, as I was just a...
ECCO the Dolphin was one of my favorite SEGA Genesis games growing up. I doubt I ever played it as intended, as I was just a...
Elder Scrolls Online: PAX East 2013 Impressions
Elder Scrolls Online: PAX East 2013 Impressions:
We took The Elder Scrolls Online for a spin during this year's PAX East event and today we're offering our impressions.
We took The Elder Scrolls Online for a spin during this year's PAX East event and today we're offering our impressions.
Ubisoft: free-to-play, microtransactions essential to future of AAA games
Ubisoft: free-to-play, microtransactions essential to future of AAA games:
Jade Raymond says there is now an "expectation" that gamers should be able to try for free and buy only what they want; about 10 AAA games per year can still be
Jade Raymond says there is now an "expectation" that gamers should be able to try for free and buy only what they want; about 10 AAA games per year can still be
Defiance - Test 3 Review: A world of opportunity
Defiance - Test 3 Review: A world of opportunity:
Defiance is a Buy2Play (you buy the game and that’s it, no monthly fees and an optional cash shop) brought to us by Trion Worlds who published other successful
Defiance is a Buy2Play (you buy the game and that’s it, no monthly fees and an optional cash shop) brought to us by Trion Worlds who published other successful
Ubisoft: "There will always be an appetite for more beautiful games"
Ubisoft: "There will always be an appetite for more beautiful games":
Xavier Poix, head of Ubisoft France Studios, talks next-gen, building brands, and the fate of Wii U
Xavier Poix, head of Ubisoft France Studios, talks next-gen, building brands, and the fate of Wii U
American McGee: PlayStation 4 is "meh"
American McGee: PlayStation 4 is "meh":
Alice developer believes that interfaces are where the excitement will happen
Alice developer believes that interfaces are where the excitement will happen
Three Colors Combine to Form the Finest Sheep Shooter Ever
Three Colors Combine to Form the Finest Sheep Shooter Ever:
Red, green and blue — these are the primary colors, which can be mixed together in varying amounts to create every color of the visible spectrum. I learned this in my
Red, green and blue — these are the primary colors, which can be mixed together in varying amounts to create every color of the visible spectrum. I learned this in my
Uncharted Waters Online: Now Available on Steam
Uncharted Waters Online: Now Available on Steam:
Netmarble has announced that Uncharted Waters Online is now available on Steam. To celebrate the new release, UWO players downloading from Steam can take
Netmarble has announced that Uncharted Waters Online is now available on Steam. To celebrate the new release, UWO players downloading from Steam can take
Nitro Review
Nitro Review:
Gamezebo Rating: Know what I miss? Arcade-style racing games. It seems like these days everyone’s focused on realism and simulations. That’s why it’s fairly
Gamezebo Rating: Know what I miss? Arcade-style racing games. It seems like these days everyone’s focused on realism and simulations. That’s why it’s fairly
Dungeon Striker (KR) CBT 3 Preview Videos
Dungeon Striker (KR) CBT 3 Preview Videos:
With Closed Beta 3 coming in a few days’ time for Dungeon Striker, Korean media website ThisIsGame.com has an early look at the new dungeons coming, The game
With Closed Beta 3 coming in a few days’ time for Dungeon Striker, Korean media website ThisIsGame.com has an early look at the new dungeons coming, The game
PAX 2013: Hands-on with Smashmuck Champions
PAX 2013: Hands-on with Smashmuck Champions:
Filed under: Previews, Opinion, Free-to-play, Hands-on, Massively Hands-on, Massively Event Coverage, Miscellaneous, MOBA MOBAs are all the rage these days, with
Filed under: Previews, Opinion, Free-to-play, Hands-on, Massively Hands-on, Massively Event Coverage, Miscellaneous, MOBA MOBAs are all the rage these days, with
Texas HoldEm Poker has this week’s winning hand among fastest-growing Facebook games by MAU
Texas HoldEm Poker has this week’s winning hand among fastest-growing Facebook games by MAU:
Zynga’s Texas HoldEm Poker is this week’s fastest-growing Facebook fame by monthly active user, bringing in 2.7 million monthly active users for a 9 percent gain. Zynga’s
Zynga’s Texas HoldEm Poker is this week’s fastest-growing Facebook fame by monthly active user, bringing in 2.7 million monthly active users for a 9 percent gain. Zynga’s
League of Legends: UPDATED: NOT Working On Expansion to Mobile LoL
League of Legends: UPDATED: NOT Working On Expansion to Mobile LoL:
UPDATE: Earlier we received word from Playnews in Italy that Riot was working on bringing League of Legends to mobile and console platforms. We reached out to Riot,
UPDATE: Earlier we received word from Playnews in Italy that Riot was working on bringing League of Legends to mobile and console platforms. We reached out to Riot,
DC Comics MOBA Infinite Crisis announced
DC Comics MOBA Infinite Crisis announced:
Free-to-play DC MOBA coming to PC later in 2013. The Lord of the Rings Online developer Turbine has announced Infinite Crisis, a free-to-play MOBA set in the DC
Free-to-play DC MOBA coming to PC later in 2013. The Lord of the Rings Online developer Turbine has announced Infinite Crisis, a free-to-play MOBA set in the DC
Paradox announces Magicka: Wizard Wars
Paradox announces Magicka: Wizard Wars:
Filed under: Fantasy, Trailers, Video, Game mechanics, MMO industry, New titles, PvP, News items, Humor Paradox Interactive has announced the development of Magicka:
Filed under: Fantasy, Trailers, Video, Game mechanics, MMO industry, New titles, PvP, News items, Humor Paradox Interactive has announced the development of Magicka:
PAC-MAN +Tournaments Review
PAC-MAN +Tournaments Review:
Gamezebo Rating: The heyday of the arcade has long passed. But when the arcade still ruled the gaming world, there was no better candidate for its king than PAC-MAN. The
Gamezebo Rating: The heyday of the arcade has long passed. But when the arcade still ruled the gaming world, there was no better candidate for its king than PAC-MAN. The
Tecmo Koei Just Sliced Up Team Ninja
Tecmo Koei Just Sliced Up Team Ninja:
In Japan, everything changes in the spring. And this April 1, Tecmo Koei, from the sound of it, is making some big changes. At least, on paper. More »
In Japan, everything changes in the spring. And this April 1, Tecmo Koei, from the sound of it, is making some big changes. At least, on paper. More »
Compression company Tangentix raises $2.1m
Compression company Tangentix raises $2.1m:
Focused on faster downloads, cuts Black Ops II down to 4.8GB
Focused on faster downloads, cuts Black Ops II down to 4.8GB
Monday, March 25, 2013
Defiance: The Greatest Game I Probably Won't Buy
Defiance: The Greatest Game I Probably Won't Buy:
I've been aware of Defiance for a long time now. At first I thought it was just a marketing gimmick type thing, an MMO to tie in with a TV series. Then I heard the opposite, that
I've been aware of Defiance for a long time now. At first I thought it was just a marketing gimmick type thing, an MMO to tie in with a TV series. Then I heard the opposite, that
Defiance: Learn to Drive Darn Woman!
Defiance: Learn to Drive Darn Woman!:
So I decided to write a more personal review of my experience with Defiance this weekend. Let me start off by saying: It was a lot of fun! I recommend you check out my
So I decided to write a more personal review of my experience with Defiance this weekend. Let me start off by saying: It was a lot of fun! I recommend you check out my
MMOsite Exclusive Interview with Granado Espada
MMOsite Exclusive Interview with Granado Espada:
MMOsite Exclusive Interview with Granado Espada's chief producer Hak Kyu Kim. Granado Espada is about discovering new continents during Europe’s Age of
MMOsite Exclusive Interview with Granado Espada's chief producer Hak Kyu Kim. Granado Espada is about discovering new continents during Europe’s Age of
ITC judge clears Xbox in Google patent dispute
ITC judge clears Xbox in Google patent dispute:
Final patent claim dismissed as ITC judge reverses stance
Final patent claim dismissed as ITC judge reverses stance
Xbox: The ability to sell our console is critical
Xbox: The ability to sell our console is critical:
Games on Demand manager explains release lags, highlights retailer importance
Games on Demand manager explains release lags, highlights retailer importance
Tencent Posts 4Q Profit
Tencent Posts 4Q Profit:
China’s Tencent Holdings Ltd. rode growth in smartphone ownership and its League of Legends online arena game to a strong fourth quarter ending Dec. 31.
China’s Tencent Holdings Ltd. rode growth in smartphone ownership and its League of Legends online arena game to a strong fourth quarter ending Dec. 31.
Saint Seiya Online - Exploring the game, Part 2
Saint Seiya Online - Exploring the game, Part 2:
Welcome to Part 2 (Part 1 here)of exploring the world of Saint Seiya Online, which is currently in its 2nd Closed Beta (or Silver Test Phase) in China. Developed by Perfect
Welcome to Part 2 (Part 1 here)of exploring the world of Saint Seiya Online, which is currently in its 2nd Closed Beta (or Silver Test Phase) in China. Developed by Perfect
All the Fun of Quick Time Events, Without Those Pesky Events
All the Fun of Quick Time Events, Without Those Pesky Events:
Everybody loves quick time events, those timed button presses utilized in today's high-tech interactive entertainment programs to help the user feel a modicum
Everybody loves quick time events, those timed button presses utilized in today's high-tech interactive entertainment programs to help the user feel a modicum
Why Koreans Love Tumblr, And Other Social Network Surprises
Why Koreans Love Tumblr, And Other Social Network Surprises:
URL shortening service Bit.ly has released a breakdown of social network service usage worldwide--and there are some surprises. Bitly, the popular URL-shortening
URL shortening service Bit.ly has released a breakdown of social network service usage worldwide--and there are some surprises. Bitly, the popular URL-shortening
PAX East 2013: Hands-on with City of Steam
PAX East 2013: Hands-on with City of Steam:
Filed under: Fantasy, Business models, Events, real-world, Game mechanics, Previews, PvE, Opinion, Free-to-play, Browser, Hands-on, Races, Massively
Filed under: Fantasy, Business models, Events, real-world, Game mechanics, Previews, PvE, Opinion, Free-to-play, Browser, Hands-on, Races, Massively
PAX East 2013: EVE Online Odyssey expansion announced
PAX East 2013: EVE Online Odyssey expansion announced:
Filed under: Sci-fi, EVE Online, Events, real-world, Expansions, Game mechanics, MMO industry, Patches, Previews, News items, Massively Event Coverage, Sandbox CCP
Filed under: Sci-fi, EVE Online, Events, real-world, Expansions, Game mechanics, MMO industry, Patches, Previews, News items, Massively Event Coverage, Sandbox CCP
Blizzard building "more experimental" titles with Hearthstone
Blizzard building "more experimental" titles with Hearthstone:
Blizzard's new free-to-play game required a cultural shift within the company
Blizzard's new free-to-play game required a cultural shift within the company
The Game Archaeologist: When sequels attack!
The Game Archaeologist: When sequels attack!:
Filed under: Asheron's Call, Darkfall, EverQuest, EverQuest II, Guild Wars, Lineage, Lineage 2, Neocron 2, PlanetSide, RuneScape, Guild Wars 2, Global Agenda,
Filed under: Asheron's Call, Darkfall, EverQuest, EverQuest II, Guild Wars, Lineage, Lineage 2, Neocron 2, PlanetSide, RuneScape, Guild Wars 2, Global Agenda,
Rappelz Heading Towards A New Expansion
Rappelz Heading Towards A New Expansion:
New instances and Monster-to-Pet conversion introduced - Players can vote for their favourite expansion title. Continue reading Rappelz Heading Towards A New
New instances and Monster-to-Pet conversion introduced - Players can vote for their favourite expansion title. Continue reading Rappelz Heading Towards A New
Saint Seiya Online - Exploring the game, Part 1
Saint Seiya Online - Exploring the game, Part 1:
Before I begin, Saint Seiya Online is currently licensed only for the China market, with no news of any overseas launch. With that aside, Saint Seiya Online is the one and
Before I begin, Saint Seiya Online is currently licensed only for the China market, with no news of any overseas launch. With that aside, Saint Seiya Online is the one and
Rise and Shiny: Allods Online's Pearl Ring, selling power, and the Astral
Rise and Shiny: Allods Online's Pearl Ring, selling power, and the Astral:
Filed under: Fantasy, Sci-fi, Galleries, Screenshots, Video, Expansions, Game mechanics, Opinion, Free-to-play, Allods Online, Rise and Shiny, Livestream Allods
Filed under: Fantasy, Sci-fi, Galleries, Screenshots, Video, Expansions, Game mechanics, Opinion, Free-to-play, Allods Online, Rise and Shiny, Livestream Allods
Ms. Splosion Man blows up iOS and PC next week
Ms. Splosion Man blows up iOS and PC next week:
Ms. Splosion Man, the explosive platforming companion to Splosion Man, is due out on the App Store and PC next week —...
Ms. Splosion Man, the explosive platforming companion to Splosion Man, is due out on the App Store and PC next week —...
General: FusionFall Heroes: Hands On Preview
General: FusionFall Heroes: Hands On Preview:
Cartoon Network is getting ready to launch a new game based around some of the most iconic characters from the network's series. We had the chance for a hands on preview
Cartoon Network is getting ready to launch a new game based around some of the most iconic characters from the network's series. We had the chance for a hands on preview
PAX East 2013: Red 5 on Firefall's new gaming TV channel
PAX East 2013: Red 5 on Firefall's new gaming TV channel:
Filed under: Betas, Galleries, Screenshots, Events, real-world, Game mechanics, MMO industry, New titles, Previews, Opinion, Free-to-play, Hands-on, MMOFPS, Massively
Filed under: Betas, Galleries, Screenshots, Events, real-world, Game mechanics, MMO industry, New titles, Previews, Opinion, Free-to-play, Hands-on, MMOFPS, Massively
XCOM: Enemy Unknown Is Coming To The iPhone And iPad This Summer
XCOM: Enemy Unknown Is Coming To The iPhone And iPad This Summer:
Firaxis' summer is going to be quite busy. They just announced today at their PAX East panel that they'll be bringing the fantastic strategy game from the PC/consoles over to
Firaxis' summer is going to be quite busy. They just announced today at their PAX East panel that they'll be bringing the fantastic strategy game from the PC/consoles over to
PAX East 2013: Marvel Heroes releases June 4th, will have PvP on launch
PAX East 2013: Marvel Heroes releases June 4th, will have PvP on launch:
Filed under: Betas, Launches, News items, Marvel Heroes, Massively Event Coverage The news from PAX East 2013 keeps on flowing. Gazillion Entertainment has
Filed under: Betas, Launches, News items, Marvel Heroes, Massively Event Coverage The news from PAX East 2013 keeps on flowing. Gazillion Entertainment has
Years after launch, PlayFirst’s games continue to thrive due to regular updates
Years after launch, PlayFirst’s games continue to thrive due to regular updates:
Social mobile developer PlayFirst is continuing to see a rise in user numbers and revenue for its core “Dash” games, something of a rarity in an industry where
Social mobile developer PlayFirst is continuing to see a rise in user numbers and revenue for its core “Dash” games, something of a rarity in an industry where
PAX East 2013: Hands-on with WildStar's Spellslinger and Warrior
PAX East 2013: Hands-on with WildStar's Spellslinger and Warrior:
Filed under: Fantasy, Sci-fi, Classes, Events, real-world, Game mechanics, New titles, Previews, News items, PvE, Opinion, Races, Massively Hands-on, Massively
Filed under: Fantasy, Sci-fi, Classes, Events, real-world, Game mechanics, New titles, Previews, News items, PvE, Opinion, Races, Massively Hands-on, Massively
YNK Korea Company Announces Corporate Name Change
YNK Korea Company Announces Corporate Name Change:
A couple of days back, Korean MMO developer and publisher, YNK, announced that the company will be changing its name to "Playwith". Continue reading YNK Korea
A couple of days back, Korean MMO developer and publisher, YNK, announced that the company will be changing its name to "Playwith". Continue reading YNK Korea
The Aurora World hits open beta next week
The Aurora World hits open beta next week:
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, Trailers, Video, Free-to-play, Promotions It's barely been in closed beta for a month, but The Aurora World waits for no gamer! GBE Games
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, Trailers, Video, Free-to-play, Promotions It's barely been in closed beta for a month, but The Aurora World waits for no gamer! GBE Games
Jagex announces RuneScape 3 for summer 2013
Jagex announces RuneScape 3 for summer 2013:
Filed under: Fantasy, Video, New titles, News items, RuneScape, Free-to-play, Browser Jagex has announced Runescape 3! A "significant improvement on all fronts,"
Filed under: Fantasy, Video, New titles, News items, RuneScape, Free-to-play, Browser Jagex has announced Runescape 3! A "significant improvement on all fronts,"
Guns of Icarus looking to kickstart persistent world expansion
Guns of Icarus looking to kickstart persistent world expansion:
Filed under: Fantasy, Sci-fi, Expansions, Game mechanics, MMO industry, News items, Crowdfunding If you're a fan of Guns of Icarus Online -- and you should be --
Filed under: Fantasy, Sci-fi, Expansions, Game mechanics, MMO industry, News items, Crowdfunding If you're a fan of Guns of Icarus Online -- and you should be --
The Little Week in Gaming Apps That Probably Couldn't
The Little Week in Gaming Apps That Probably Couldn't:
As I mentioned in last week's installment of the Week in Gaming Apps, I spent the better part of this week moving all of my stuff from one place to another place. I figured the rest
As I mentioned in last week's installment of the Week in Gaming Apps, I spent the better part of this week moving all of my stuff from one place to another place. I figured the rest
Kickstarter game funding at $108 million
Kickstarter game funding at $108 million:
Pledges to video games, board games section hits nine digits; successful projects top $90 million
Pledges to video games, board games section hits nine digits; successful projects top $90 million
Huge Hole In Apple Security Found: Report
Huge Hole In Apple Security Found: Report:
The two-step verification process, by the way, will take three days to be activated, users have said. A day after Apple announced its well received two-step
The two-step verification process, by the way, will take three days to be activated, users have said. A day after Apple announced its well received two-step
Kongregate: Free-to-play games should last for "decades"
Kongregate: Free-to-play games should last for "decades":
Emily Greer, co-founder of Kongregate, talks to us about how maximizing player satisfaction and monetization don't have to be opposing forces
Emily Greer, co-founder of Kongregate, talks to us about how maximizing player satisfaction and monetization don't have to be opposing forces
Betawatch: March 16 - 22, 2013
Betawatch: March 16 - 22, 2013:
Filed under: Betas, MMO industry, News items, Betawatch, Miscellaneous Warframe has opened its doors for everyone, and it's even added some new toys for anyone who
Filed under: Betas, MMO industry, News items, Betawatch, Miscellaneous Warframe has opened its doors for everyone, and it's even added some new toys for anyone who
PAX East 2013: A first look at WildStar's housing and new zones
PAX East 2013: A first look at WildStar's housing and new zones:
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, Sci-fi, Galleries, Screenshots, Trailers, Video, Events, real-world, Game mechanics, Previews, Opinion, Races, Massively Event Coverage,
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, Sci-fi, Galleries, Screenshots, Trailers, Video, Events, real-world, Game mechanics, Previews, Opinion, Races, Massively Event Coverage,
PAX East 2013: Hi-Rez Studios' Todd Harris talks SMITE, Global Agenda 2
PAX East 2013: Hi-Rez Studios' Todd Harris talks SMITE, Global Agenda 2:
Filed under: Fantasy, MMO industry, News items, Free-to-play, MMOFPS, Global Agenda, MOBA SMITE just recently celebrated the release of its 32nd playable
Filed under: Fantasy, MMO industry, News items, Free-to-play, MMOFPS, Global Agenda, MOBA SMITE just recently celebrated the release of its 32nd playable
Gameloft's World of Warcraft Clone Already Has a Collectible Card Game Spin-Off
Gameloft's World of Warcraft Clone Already Has a Collectible Card Game Spin-Off:
Gameloft has gotten so good at making mobile clones of popular games it's now cloning games from the future. This morning, Blizzard announced Hearthfire:
Gameloft has gotten so good at making mobile clones of popular games it's now cloning games from the future. This morning, Blizzard announced Hearthfire:
One-third of all Vita games sold digitally
One-third of all Vita games sold digitally:
Sony touts consumer acceptance of downloadable store; 100+ games on the way this year
Sony touts consumer acceptance of downloadable store; 100+ games on the way this year
OpenFeint co-founder offers relief to those burned by Gree
OpenFeint co-founder offers relief to those burned by Gree:
"For whatever strategic reasons, they decided to alienate a lot of their customers," OpenFeint co-founder Peter Relan tells us. His alternative, OpenKit, will be debuted at
"For whatever strategic reasons, they decided to alienate a lot of their customers," OpenFeint co-founder Peter Relan tells us. His alternative, OpenKit, will be debuted at
FishPro on top of this week’s emerging games on Facebook, KingsRoad and Puzzle Chasers still going strong
FishPro on top of this week’s emerging games on Facebook, KingsRoad and Puzzle Chasers still going strong:
FishPro took the No. 1 spot on this week’s top emerging games on Facebook, growing by an estimated 31,090 monthly active users for a 59 percent gain. AppData
FishPro took the No. 1 spot on this week’s top emerging games on Facebook, growing by an estimated 31,090 monthly active users for a 59 percent gain. AppData
Warner Bros. opens SF free-to-play studio
Warner Bros. opens SF free-to-play studio:
WB Games San Francisco to be led by former Glu Mobile CEO Greg Ballard
WB Games San Francisco to be led by former Glu Mobile CEO Greg Ballard
MMObility: Fifteen fun free MMORPGs for your tablet or smartphone
MMObility: Fifteen fun free MMORPGs for your tablet or smartphone:
Filed under: Fantasy, Sci-fi, Game mechanics, Previews, Opinion, Free-to-play, Mobile, Casual, MMObility, Sandbox Mobile MMORPGs are still hard to come by. Sure,
Filed under: Fantasy, Sci-fi, Game mechanics, Previews, Opinion, Free-to-play, Mobile, Casual, MMObility, Sandbox Mobile MMORPGs are still hard to come by. Sure,
PAX East 2013: Blizzard Reveals Hearthstone: Heroes of Warcraft | Ten Ton Hammer
PAX East 2013: Blizzard Reveals Hearthstone: Heroes of Warcraft | Ten Ton Hammer:
Blizzard announces its new Warcraft-based online strategy card game at PAX East for Windows, Mac, and iPad.
Blizzard announces its new Warcraft-based online strategy card game at PAX East for Windows, Mac, and iPad.
Jewel Epic review
Jewel Epic review:
Jewel Epic is a new Facebook game published by 6waves. It’s available now to play for free on the social network, and is presently showing up in the “Trending” section of Facebook’s App Center.
Jewel Epic is a new Facebook game published by 6waves. It’s available now to play for free on the social network, and is presently showing up in the “Trending” section of Facebook’s App Center.
Picking the perfect App Store icon
Picking the perfect App Store icon:
There's a science to getting players to want to download and click on your game. Choosing the appropriate App icon is not only important for drawing new downloads,
There's a science to getting players to want to download and click on your game. Choosing the appropriate App icon is not only important for drawing new downloads,
Gamigo Pulls the Plug on Grimlands Development | Ten Ton Hammer
Gamigo Pulls the Plug on Grimlands Development | Ten Ton Hammer:
Gamigo puts an end to the post-apocalyptic Grimlands title and focuses on further internationalization of Fiesta.
Gamigo puts an end to the post-apocalyptic Grimlands title and focuses on further internationalization of Fiesta.
Google Also Rumored To Be Working On A Watch
Google Also Rumored To Be Working On A Watch:
(Wrist)watch this space... it's going to get crowded, what with Apple and Samsung entering it too. Smartwatches may seem a bit boutique, with small companies like
(Wrist)watch this space... it's going to get crowded, what with Apple and Samsung entering it too. Smartwatches may seem a bit boutique, with small companies like
5 Amazing Android Games You Can Only Get on PlayStation Mobile
5 Amazing Android Games You Can Only Get on PlayStation Mobile:
PlayStation Mobile is a peculiar beast. It was announced all the way back in 2011 as PlayStation Suite, and toiled in no-man's land for another year and a half until Sony
PlayStation Mobile is a peculiar beast. It was announced all the way back in 2011 as PlayStation Suite, and toiled in no-man's land for another year and a half until Sony
How Mojang is creating a sustainable future for Minecraft
How Mojang is creating a sustainable future for Minecraft:
Minecraft Realms is an upcoming subscription service for Minecraft that could essentially turn the sandbox game into an MMO. Mojang CEO Carl Manneh discusses
Minecraft Realms is an upcoming subscription service for Minecraft that could essentially turn the sandbox game into an MMO. Mojang CEO Carl Manneh discusses
A new crowdfunding platform aims to gamify pledging
A new crowdfunding platform aims to gamify pledging:
A new game crowdfunding website is hoping to better the competition through the gamification of user pledging, and the offer of international support. ...
A new game crowdfunding website is hoping to better the competition through the gamification of user pledging, and the offer of international support. ...
Defiance: A Hard Look at Trion’s Gamble
Defiance: A Hard Look at Trion’s Gamble:
Defiance is poised on the edge of release, the ongoing beta having nearly run its course. We've got an extensive preview to share that will pique our readers' interest.
Defiance is poised on the edge of release, the ongoing beta having nearly run its course. We've got an extensive preview to share that will pique our readers' interest.
A quick guide to making a game in HTML5
A quick guide to making a game in HTML5:
A blog post that acknowledges technical limitations of working with HTML5, while offering solutions for developing high-quality mobile games using the nascent
A blog post that acknowledges technical limitations of working with HTML5, while offering solutions for developing high-quality mobile games using the nascent
Friday, March 22, 2013
Ragnarok Online Launched as A Free Mobile MMO
Ragnarok Online Launched as A Free Mobile MMO:
Gravity Interactive is proud to announce the release of their most popular MMORPG as a free, multiplayer Android application (iOS version coming soon), Ragnarok Online:
Gravity Interactive is proud to announce the release of their most popular MMORPG as a free, multiplayer Android application (iOS version coming soon), Ragnarok Online:
Catch The $20,000 Snowball In Green Dragon Nest Time Attack Challenge!
Catch The $20,000 Snowball In Green Dragon Nest Time Attack Challenge!:
Teamwork just got more rewarding than ever… a cool five digit figure to be exact. From 6 March to 6 April, Dragon Nest SEA will be entering its second round of the
Teamwork just got more rewarding than ever… a cool five digit figure to be exact. From 6 March to 6 April, Dragon Nest SEA will be entering its second round of the
Scarlet Blade - Closed Beta Review: Drop Dead Gorgeous
Scarlet Blade - Closed Beta Review: Drop Dead Gorgeous:
Scarlet Blade is a completely free-to-play sci-fi/fantasy MMORPG. It was developed by LivePlex and is being published in North America by Aeria Games. It features strong
Scarlet Blade is a completely free-to-play sci-fi/fantasy MMORPG. It was developed by LivePlex and is being published in North America by Aeria Games. It features strong
Ragnarok Online 2 Beta Starting April 18th
Ragnarok Online 2 Beta Starting April 18th:
Gravity Interactive is proud to announce the Beta testing period for upcoming sequel to their world-renown Ragnarok Online, Ragnarok Online 2: Legend of the Second,
Gravity Interactive is proud to announce the Beta testing period for upcoming sequel to their world-renown Ragnarok Online, Ragnarok Online 2: Legend of the Second,
Why EA Will Stay On Riccitiello's Course
Why EA Will Stay On Riccitiello's Course:
The shock is that EA's CEO lasted this long - but don't underestimate Riccitiello's successes
The shock is that EA's CEO lasted this long - but don't underestimate Riccitiello's successes
Dragon City available now on iOS [interview]
Dragon City available now on iOS [interview]:
Has your iDevice seemed a bit dragon-less lately? It's one of the worst feelings known to man, but fortunately Social Point is here to fix it. Earlier today the
Has your iDevice seemed a bit dragon-less lately? It's one of the worst feelings known to man, but fortunately Social Point is here to fix it. Earlier today the
Clones are a "net positive," says Doodle Jump exec
Clones are a "net positive," says Doodle Jump exec:
Lima Sky's newly appointed COO Matt Turetzky says it would be "unimaginably difficult" for mobile storefronts to police clones
Lima Sky's newly appointed COO Matt Turetzky says it would be "unimaginably difficult" for mobile storefronts to police clones
Gplayon Announced the Release of Waren Story
Gplayon Announced the Release of Waren Story:
Gplayon has announced a commercial release of its first publishing title, Waren Story, a 3D fantasy MMRPG. Featuring an epic adventure and Intensive PvP Warfare,
Gplayon has announced a commercial release of its first publishing title, Waren Story, a 3D fantasy MMRPG. Featuring an epic adventure and Intensive PvP Warfare,
When I Imagine Cyberpunk-Style Hack Battles, This is What I See
When I Imagine Cyberpunk-Style Hack Battles, This is What I See:
Since the early days of the Cyberpunk pen-and-paper role-playing setting, I've been fascinated by the idea of highly-skilled computer hackers roaming the plains of
Since the early days of the Cyberpunk pen-and-paper role-playing setting, I've been fascinated by the idea of highly-skilled computer hackers roaming the plains of
Wooga’s Monster World arrives on iOS
Wooga’s Monster World arrives on iOS:
Social game developer Wooga’s Monster World has arrived on iOS. We’ve known the game was slated to arrive on mobile platforms since we spoke to Wooga
Social game developer Wooga’s Monster World has arrived on iOS. We’ve known the game was slated to arrive on mobile platforms since we spoke to Wooga
The Tap Lab launches Tiny Tycoons
The Tap Lab launches Tiny Tycoons:
Mobile developer The Tap Lab today launched its debut title, Tiny Tycoons, for iOS. The Massachusetts-based studio has spent the past year working on the title, part
Mobile developer The Tap Lab today launched its debut title, Tiny Tycoons, for iOS. The Massachusetts-based studio has spent the past year working on the title, part
Facebook Turns Off Website Internally To Force Mobile Development
Facebook Turns Off Website Internally To Force Mobile Development:
"To be honest, a couple of weeks ago, myself and a number of other product managers had access to our website internally shut off," said Facebook product
"To be honest, a couple of weeks ago, myself and a number of other product managers had access to our website internally shut off," said Facebook product
RIFT celebrates its second anniversary with a freebie weekend and sale
RIFT celebrates its second anniversary with a freebie weekend and sale:
Filed under: Fantasy, Events, in-game, News items, RIFT, Promotions, Anniversary There's nothing quite like a birthday to put a studio in the mood to give things away.
Filed under: Fantasy, Events, in-game, News items, RIFT, Promotions, Anniversary There's nothing quite like a birthday to put a studio in the mood to give things away.
Gas Powered Games working on mystery MMO
Gas Powered Games working on mystery MMO:
Filed under: MMO industry, New titles, Free-to-play With the recent acquisition of Gas Powered Games by Wargaming.net, we have been wondering what direction the Age
Filed under: MMO industry, New titles, Free-to-play With the recent acquisition of Gas Powered Games by Wargaming.net, we have been wondering what direction the Age
Mutant Badlands review
Mutant Badlands review:
Mutant Badlands (formerly known as Radiated Wasteland) is a new Facebook game from Pixel Pandemic. It’s available now in open beta via the social network and
Mutant Badlands (formerly known as Radiated Wasteland) is a new Facebook game from Pixel Pandemic. It’s available now in open beta via the social network and
Nitro (iOS) review
Nitro (iOS) review:
Nitro is a new iOS game from Z2Live, Inc. It’s available now as a free-to-play download from the App Store, and carries additional in-app purchases of in-game
Nitro is a new iOS game from Z2Live, Inc. It’s available now as a free-to-play download from the App Store, and carries additional in-app purchases of in-game
Relic Quest Review
Relic Quest Review:
Gamezebo Rating: It's a good old fashioned archaeological adventure in Relic Quest, a hidden object game sprinkled with a simple museum simulation. After six months in the
Gamezebo Rating: It's a good old fashioned archaeological adventure in Relic Quest, a hidden object game sprinkled with a simple museum simulation. After six months in the
Cafe 0: The Drowned Mermaid Review
Cafe 0: The Drowned Mermaid Review:
Gamezebo Rating: Video games occupy dozens of niches, and interactive Japanese novels is as niche as games get. Either you instantly fall in love with these text-heavy
Gamezebo Rating: Video games occupy dozens of niches, and interactive Japanese novels is as niche as games get. Either you instantly fall in love with these text-heavy
Alien Hive Review
Alien Hive Review:
Gamezebo Rating: Admit it—we’ve all had the same thought from time to time: “Why oh why can’t there be a match-three puzzle game that combines the stripped-down
Gamezebo Rating: Admit it—we’ve all had the same thought from time to time: “Why oh why can’t there be a match-three puzzle game that combines the stripped-down
Fetch Review
Fetch Review:
Gamezebo Rating: Are games art? Am I pretentious for asking that question? The answer, on both accounts, is yes. And while I’d much rather avoid the topic altogether, it
Gamezebo Rating: Are games art? Am I pretentious for asking that question? The answer, on both accounts, is yes. And while I’d much rather avoid the topic altogether, it
Smartphones now seen as "equal" to consoles as preferred gaming platform
Smartphones now seen as "equal" to consoles as preferred gaming platform:
New research from PlaySpan and Magid points to some interesting data on consoles, mobile and free-to-play
New research from PlaySpan and Magid points to some interesting data on consoles, mobile and free-to-play
Q& A: The nitty gritty of TERA's move to free-to-play
Q& A: The nitty gritty of TERA's move to free-to-play:
Switching a subscription MMO to free-to-play can prolong its life -- if you do it right. We talked to En Masse Entertainment COO Soo Min Park to see how TERA: Rising's recent
Switching a subscription MMO to free-to-play can prolong its life -- if you do it right. We talked to En Masse Entertainment COO Soo Min Park to see how TERA: Rising's recent
The hard stats on a hardcore mobile game
The hard stats on a hardcore mobile game:
Pascal Bestebroer -- aka Orangepixel -- shares the stats for his game Gunslugs, revealing the numbers he managed to pull in on iOS, Android, and BlackBerry, and how
Pascal Bestebroer -- aka Orangepixel -- shares the stats for his game Gunslugs, revealing the numbers he managed to pull in on iOS, Android, and BlackBerry, and how
GDC 2013 organizers highlight titles to watch next week at GDC Play
GDC 2013 organizers highlight titles to watch next week at GDC Play:
GDC 2013 organizers are reminding attendees about the return of GDC Play, featuring over 70 emerging games and their creators, and open next Tuesday to
GDC 2013 organizers are reminding attendees about the return of GDC Play, featuring over 70 emerging games and their creators, and open next Tuesday to
Zynga reveals updates for Zynga.com web platform
Zynga reveals updates for Zynga.com web platform:
Zynga today revealed its planned update for its web platform of Zynga.com. In a blog post, CTO Cadir Lee explains that the past year was an extended beta period for the
Zynga today revealed its planned update for its web platform of Zynga.com. In a blog post, CTO Cadir Lee explains that the past year was an extended beta period for the
Unity comes to PS4, Vita, PlayStation Mobile
Unity comes to PS4, Vita, PlayStation Mobile:
The popular game development platform expands its reach by supporting the entirety of Sony's PlayStation family of platforms, including digital platforms like PlayStation
The popular game development platform expands its reach by supporting the entirety of Sony's PlayStation family of platforms, including digital platforms like PlayStation
Xbox LIVE Gold members can now sign up for Ascend: New Gods beta
Xbox LIVE Gold members can now sign up for Ascend: New Gods beta:
The Xbox 360 hasn't really had its share of Free-to-Play titles outside of Happy Wars. The studio behind Toy Soldiers,...
The Xbox 360 hasn't really had its share of Free-to-Play titles outside of Happy Wars. The studio behind Toy Soldiers,...
Neverwinter: Helm's Hold Dungeon & PvP Domination
Neverwinter: Helm's Hold Dungeon & PvP Domination:
During a special press event held on Tuesday, we had the opportunity to range about with Cryptic developers to check out a level thirty dungeon and took part in some
During a special press event held on Tuesday, we had the opportunity to range about with Cryptic developers to check out a level thirty dungeon and took part in some
EverQuest II tests the sale of player-created houses
EverQuest II tests the sale of player-created houses:
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, EverQuest II, Patches, Free-to-play, Housing Do you have the chops to create captivating homes in EverQuest II? If so, you might be raking in
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, EverQuest II, Patches, Free-to-play, Housing Do you have the chops to create captivating homes in EverQuest II? If so, you might be raking in
Magic: The Gathering Casts a Spell on Android This Summer
Magic: The Gathering Casts a Spell on Android This Summer:
of the Coast has turned Magic: The Gathering — Duels of the Planeswalkers into geek Madden, each year releasing a fresh set of cards, formulating new
of the Coast has turned Magic: The Gathering — Duels of the Planeswalkers into geek Madden, each year releasing a fresh set of cards, formulating new
The Most Dramatic Uno Trailer You'll Ever See
The Most Dramatic Uno Trailer You'll Ever See:
Coming soon to Android, iPad and Facebook, Gameloft's Uno & Friends will probably deliver a much more relaxing experience than the one depicted in this first
Coming soon to Android, iPad and Facebook, Gameloft's Uno & Friends will probably deliver a much more relaxing experience than the one depicted in this first
Roadhouse Interactive partners with Games Workshop to develop Warhammer 40,000 mobile game
Roadhouse Interactive partners with Games Workshop to develop Warhammer 40,000 mobile game:
Mobile and browser-based game developer Roadhouse Interactive today announced a licensing partnership with developer and publisher of tabletop war-games Games
Mobile and browser-based game developer Roadhouse Interactive today announced a licensing partnership with developer and publisher of tabletop war-games Games
Star Wars: The Old Republic adds 2 million users since F2P switch
Star Wars: The Old Republic adds 2 million users since F2P switch:
BioWare reveals new user milestone following business model conversion; thousands of new players join every day. Since Star Wars: The Old Republic adopted
BioWare reveals new user milestone following business model conversion; thousands of new players join every day. Since Star Wars: The Old Republic adopted
StarCraft II: Heart of the Swarm Over 1 Million Strong | Ten Ton Hammer
StarCraft II: Heart of the Swarm Over 1 Million Strong | Ten Ton Hammer:
StarCraft II: Heart of the Swarm sells more than 1 million copies in just two days, still no sign of Error 37.
StarCraft II: Heart of the Swarm sells more than 1 million copies in just two days, still no sign of Error 37.
Star Trek Online's Legacy of Romulus expansion coming May 21
Star Trek Online's Legacy of Romulus expansion coming May 21:
Filed under: Sci-fi, Expansions, Game mechanics, MMO industry, News items, Star Trek Online, Free-to-play All those, ahem, Cryptic hints we've been receiving about
Filed under: Sci-fi, Expansions, Game mechanics, MMO industry, News items, Star Trek Online, Free-to-play All those, ahem, Cryptic hints we've been receiving about
MediaSpike goes mobile, hires Manny Anekal as CRO
MediaSpike goes mobile, hires Manny Anekal as CRO:
In-game product placement advertising company MediaSpike today announced it’s making its services available to mobile developers and that it has hired Manny
In-game product placement advertising company MediaSpike today announced it’s making its services available to mobile developers and that it has hired Manny
PopCap exec leaves for Tilting Point
PopCap exec leaves for Tilting Point:
Giordano Bruno Contestabile is now a part of mobile publishing startup Tilting Point
Giordano Bruno Contestabile is now a part of mobile publishing startup Tilting Point
Marmalade Juice aims to make porting iOS games to Android a breeze
Marmalade Juice aims to make porting iOS games to Android a breeze:
The Marmalade SDK today staked its claim as a leading business in the world of mobile game porting, as it launched a new technology which it says entirely replaces
The Marmalade SDK today staked its claim as a leading business in the world of mobile game porting, as it launched a new technology which it says entirely replaces
CD Projekt RED considers 20 hours to be a 'smaller game'
CD Projekt RED considers 20 hours to be a 'smaller game':
CD Projekt RED's The Witcher series has a reputation for delivering impactful, story-driven gaming experiences that...
CD Projekt RED's The Witcher series has a reputation for delivering impactful, story-driven gaming experiences that...
Kiip Launches Build Fund Contest In Search Of The Next Big Indie Hit
Kiip Launches Build Fund Contest In Search Of The Next Big Indie Hit:
The rewards network is on a $100,000 hunt for the next, well, game-changing game. Kiip, the rewards network that connects advertisers to consumers through in-app
The rewards network is on a $100,000 hunt for the next, well, game-changing game. Kiip, the rewards network that connects advertisers to consumers through in-app
2K bringing horror-themed strategy to iOS with Haunted Hollow
2K bringing horror-themed strategy to iOS with Haunted Hollow:
Mainstream publisher 2K and Firaxis Games (the studio behind critically-acclaimed mainstream strategy games XCOM: Enemy Unknown and Sid Meier’s
Mainstream publisher 2K and Firaxis Games (the studio behind critically-acclaimed mainstream strategy games XCOM: Enemy Unknown and Sid Meier’s
Lost Saga: WeMade Names New CEO
Lost Saga: WeMade Names New CEO:
WeMade has announced that a new chief executive officer has been hired to lead the company as it prepares to launch Lost Saga. Philip Yun takes over the reins after
WeMade has announced that a new chief executive officer has been hired to lead the company as it prepares to launch Lost Saga. Philip Yun takes over the reins after
Tapjoy announces ‘Australia Fund’
Tapjoy announces ‘Australia Fund’:
Mobile advertising and publishing platform Tapjoy announced the launch of its Tapjoy Australia Fund, a program which aims to foster and grow mobile app developers in
Mobile advertising and publishing platform Tapjoy announced the launch of its Tapjoy Australia Fund, a program which aims to foster and grow mobile app developers in
Chinese Internet company owns 40 percent of Epic Games
Chinese Internet company owns 40 percent of Epic Games:
New financial documents reveal Tencent paid $330 million for minority stake in Gears of War studio. Epic Games announced last summer that Chinese Internet company
New financial documents reveal Tencent paid $330 million for minority stake in Gears of War studio. Epic Games announced last summer that Chinese Internet company
Yapp joins Gaikai
Yapp joins Gaikai:
New VP of biz dev Careen Yapp tasked with acquiring content for future Sony cloud services
New VP of biz dev Careen Yapp tasked with acquiring content for future Sony cloud services
New hires for Curve's publishing department
New hires for Curve's publishing department:
New QA staff, community manager and a promotion for Amanda Allen
New QA staff, community manager and a promotion for Amanda Allen
OnLive chairman: "I've had the opposite of buyer's remorse"
OnLive chairman: "I've had the opposite of buyer's remorse":
Cloud gaming service adds a new SVP of engineering
Cloud gaming service adds a new SVP of engineering
Distinctive Games wins Power-Up Windows 8 competition
Distinctive Games wins Power-Up Windows 8 competition:
Sheffield studio's Hockey Nations Powerplay takes home mentoring and professional trailer
Sheffield studio's Hockey Nations Powerplay takes home mentoring and professional trailer
Moonlight Online: Global Celebrates Opening
Moonlight Online: Global Celebrates Opening:
Moonlight Online is an epic 3D MMORPG developed by IGG, based on the all time popular theme of vampires - with enchanted weapons, glorious transformations, flashy
Moonlight Online is an epic 3D MMORPG developed by IGG, based on the all time popular theme of vampires - with enchanted weapons, glorious transformations, flashy
Thursday, March 21, 2013
Tencent's full-year profit growth offset by rising costs
Tencent's full-year profit growth offset by rising costs:
Share price drops as Chinese internet giant's margins shrink
Share price drops as Chinese internet giant's margins shrink
Ravenmark: Mercenaries Preview
Ravenmark: Mercenaries Preview:
What can you do if the country you love is being ripped apart by a bloody war that spans decades? And what if there was no hope of it ending because the monarchs in charge are argumentative and stubborn, impotent drunks, or simply content to watch the world burn? Well, there comes a time when a regular man or woman needs to take up arms. Witching Hour is making it your duty to become a dog of war with Ravenmark: Mercenaries, the iOS follow-up to Ravenmark: Scourge of Estellion.
What can you do if the country you love is being ripped apart by a bloody war that spans decades? And what if there was no hope of it ending because the monarchs in charge are argumentative and stubborn, impotent drunks, or simply content to watch the world burn? Well, there comes a time when a regular man or woman needs to take up arms. Witching Hour is making it your duty to become a dog of war with Ravenmark: Mercenaries, the iOS follow-up to Ravenmark: Scourge of Estellion.
Kano/Apps finds success in social core game scene by listening to and building relationships with players
Kano/Apps finds success in social core game scene by listening to and building relationships with players:
Canadian game developer Kano/Apps recently released its new mid-core strategy game Kingdom of Thrones on Facebook. We recently sat down with Kano/Apps Co-
Canadian game developer Kano/Apps recently released its new mid-core strategy game Kingdom of Thrones on Facebook. We recently sat down with Kano/Apps Co-
Match-Up! (iOS) review
Match-Up! (iOS) review:
Match-Up! is a new iOS game by Big Fish. It’s available now as a free Universal download from the App Store, and carries additional in-app purchases of in-game
Match-Up! is a new iOS game by Big Fish. It’s available now as a free Universal download from the App Store, and carries additional in-app purchases of in-game
Danger Boat Review
Danger Boat Review:
Gamezebo Rating: Danger Boat sounds exactly like the kind of rip-roaring good time you'd expect to have with a B-movie featuring scantily-clad women, rugged
Gamezebo Rating: Danger Boat sounds exactly like the kind of rip-roaring good time you'd expect to have with a B-movie featuring scantily-clad women, rugged
Slitherine's Legion Review
Slitherine's Legion Review:
Gamezebo Rating: I live in a city with some of the most complete Roman ruins outside Italy. People come from all around the world to see them, and inconsiderately get in my
Gamezebo Rating: I live in a city with some of the most complete Roman ruins outside Italy. People come from all around the world to see them, and inconsiderately get in my
Gladiators review
Gladiators review:
Gladiators is a new Facebook game from Nekki, the team behind the excellent and highly-stylized games Shadow Fight and Vector. The new game is an adaptation of
Gladiators is a new Facebook game from Nekki, the team behind the excellent and highly-stylized games Shadow Fight and Vector. The new game is an adaptation of
First Impressions: Book of Heroes
First Impressions: Book of Heroes:
Filed under: Fantasy, Opinion, Free-to-play, Mobile, Hands-on, Massively Hands-on, First Impressions Within the ever-changing landscape of MMOs, the mobile MMO is a
Filed under: Fantasy, Opinion, Free-to-play, Mobile, Hands-on, Massively Hands-on, First Impressions Within the ever-changing landscape of MMOs, the mobile MMO is a
Human Head devs become the new Grimm Bros
Human Head devs become the new Grimm Bros:
The new studio will create new adaptations of classic tales
The new studio will create new adaptations of classic tales
Free for All: The 10 best-looking browser-based MMORPGs
Free for All: The 10 best-looking browser-based MMORPGs:
Filed under: Fantasy, Screenshots, Opinion, Free-to-play, Browser, Mobile, Casual, MMORTS, Kids, Free for All, Family, Livestream, Miscellaneous Beauty, they say,
Filed under: Fantasy, Screenshots, Opinion, Free-to-play, Browser, Mobile, Casual, MMORTS, Kids, Free for All, Family, Livestream, Miscellaneous Beauty, they say,
This railroad sim may point to the future of game crowdfunding
This railroad sim may point to the future of game crowdfunding:
A railroading sim called Train Fever was just crowdfunded for 250,000 euros ($323,000). What's the big deal? The "donators" are actually treated as investors,
A railroading sim called Train Fever was just crowdfunded for 250,000 euros ($323,000). What's the big deal? The "donators" are actually treated as investors,
Corona Labs launches Corona Cloud for mobile developers
Corona Labs launches Corona Cloud for mobile developers:
Today, Corona Labs launched Corona Cloud, a suite of cloud services partnered with the Corona SDK for mobile development. The new backend as a
Today, Corona Labs launched Corona Cloud, a suite of cloud services partnered with the Corona SDK for mobile development. The new backend as a
Kickstarter Picks - Battle Worlds: Kronos
Kickstarter Picks - Battle Worlds: Kronos:
Several years ago, KING Art Games created a prototype for a turn-based strategy game that was eventually left behind as they pursued other projects. One of those
Several years ago, KING Art Games created a prototype for a turn-based strategy game that was eventually left behind as they pursued other projects. One of those
Firefall: Affinity Manga Episode 1: Reunion Now Available | Ten Ton Hammer
Firefall: Affinity Manga Episode 1: Reunion Now Available | Ten Ton Hammer:
Orson Scott Card delivers another partial installment of the Firefall: Affinity manga series with Episode 1: Reunion.
Orson Scott Card delivers another partial installment of the Firefall: Affinity manga series with Episode 1: Reunion.
The vampires of Moonlight Online: Global come out March 21st
The vampires of Moonlight Online: Global come out March 21st:
Filed under: Fantasy, Launches, MMO industry, New titles, News items, Free-to-play If you've got a thirst for a vampire-themed MMO, you're in luck. Starting at 9:30
Filed under: Fantasy, Launches, MMO industry, New titles, News items, Free-to-play If you've got a thirst for a vampire-themed MMO, you're in luck. Starting at 9:30
The holy grail: Appealing to both 'casual' and 'core' players
The holy grail: Appealing to both 'casual' and 'core' players:
For many of us it's our own personal white whale: a game design that manages to appeal to gamers of all types. Easier said than done, we know, but veteran designer
For many of us it's our own personal white whale: a game design that manages to appeal to gamers of all types. Easier said than done, we know, but veteran designer
More Tomb Raider microtransactions revealed
More Tomb Raider microtransactions revealed:
Gamers can now spend $1 to purchase accuracy-boosting headshot reticle for single-player campaign. Crystal Dynamics has added additional microtransaction
Gamers can now spend $1 to purchase accuracy-boosting headshot reticle for single-player campaign. Crystal Dynamics has added additional microtransaction
Medal of Honor: Warfighter takes plenty of blame for EA's Q3 2013 shortcomings
Medal of Honor: Warfighter takes plenty of blame for EA's Q3 2013 shortcomings:
As previously hinted, Electronic Arts' third fiscal quarter financial results were "below expectations and...
As previously hinted, Electronic Arts' third fiscal quarter financial results were "below expectations and...
Club Penguin execs form new digital studio
Club Penguin execs form new digital studio:
Hyper Hippo will make digital games for your kiddies
Hyper Hippo will make digital games for your kiddies
The Battle for Caldari Prime is the next step for EVE Online and DUST 514 integration
The Battle for Caldari Prime is the next step for EVE Online and DUST 514 integration:
Filed under: Betas, Sci-fi, EVE Online, Events, in-game, Game mechanics, Interviews, Previews, PvP, War, DUST 514, Sandbox CCP is no stranger to massive
Filed under: Betas, Sci-fi, EVE Online, Events, in-game, Game mechanics, Interviews, Previews, PvP, War, DUST 514, Sandbox CCP is no stranger to massive
MechWarrior Online adds Jagermech, Tourmaline Desert map
MechWarrior Online adds Jagermech, Tourmaline Desert map:
Filed under: Sci-fi, Patches, PvP, Free-to-play, MOBA MechWarrior Online's March patch has dropped, and with it came a few tons of new hardware and an inhospitable
Filed under: Sci-fi, Patches, PvP, Free-to-play, MOBA MechWarrior Online's March patch has dropped, and with it came a few tons of new hardware and an inhospitable
Elder Scrolls Online: The Way of Progress
Elder Scrolls Online: The Way of Progress:
Players love to know how characters will progress through their favorite MMOs. In our latest preview article based on the Elder Scrolls Online, we take a look at how
Players love to know how characters will progress through their favorite MMOs. In our latest preview article based on the Elder Scrolls Online, we take a look at how
The Mechanical Hordes of Shoot Many Robots Are Going Mobile
The Mechanical Hordes of Shoot Many Robots Are Going Mobile:
It looks like Shoot Many Robots, Demiurge Studios' straightforwardly titled, Metal Slug-like robot slaughterfest, has finally made its way to mobile devices. Well, Android
It looks like Shoot Many Robots, Demiurge Studios' straightforwardly titled, Metal Slug-like robot slaughterfest, has finally made its way to mobile devices. Well, Android
App Annie now includes Amazon Appstore analytics
App Annie now includes Amazon Appstore analytics:
Analytics company App Annie expanded its reach this week, with the inclusion of analytics and store statistics for the Amazon Android Appstore. ...
Analytics company App Annie expanded its reach this week, with the inclusion of analytics and store statistics for the Amazon Android Appstore. ...
Online gambling in the US: it's pretty much inevitable
Online gambling in the US: it's pretty much inevitable:
Hear that whooshing sound? It’s the sound of something rushing in to fill a vacuum – except that the “something” in this case is social and mobile gaming companies, and
Hear that whooshing sound? It’s the sound of something rushing in to fill a vacuum – except that the “something” in this case is social and mobile gaming companies, and
Digital Capital invests $5m in Dream Weddings game
Digital Capital invests $5m in Dream Weddings game:
"We're connecting the consumer to goods without impairing game play or using intrusive ads"
"We're connecting the consumer to goods without impairing game play or using intrusive ads"
Nonstop Games raises $2.9m for mobile development
Nonstop Games raises $2.9m for mobile development:
Rebranded company pivots away from HTML5 to iOS and Android
Rebranded company pivots away from HTML5 to iOS and Android
Samsung: Treat mobile as "first screen" or risk failure
Samsung: Treat mobile as "first screen" or risk failure:
GM Neil Sharma believes long-term survival depends on primacy of smartphones and tablets
GM Neil Sharma believes long-term survival depends on primacy of smartphones and tablets
WildStar: More About the Game and Elder Game Content
WildStar: More About the Game and Elder Game Content:
The WildStar site has been updated with a great pair of blog posts that will be of keen interest to followers of the game. The first, penned by Jeremy Gaffney, gives fans a detailed look at WildStar and what sets it apart from the pack.
The WildStar site has been updated with a great pair of blog posts that will be of keen interest to followers of the game. The first, penned by Jeremy Gaffney, gives fans a detailed look at WildStar and what sets it apart from the pack.
Neverwinter Promotion Adds Cross-Game Items to Hero of the North Pack | Ten Ton Hammer
Neverwinter Promotion Adds Cross-Game Items to Hero of the North Pack | Ten Ton Hammer:
Perfect World enhances the Neverwinter Hero of the North Founder’s Pack with 30 cross-game items.
Perfect World enhances the Neverwinter Hero of the North Founder’s Pack with 30 cross-game items.
Neverwinter: Beta Weekend 3 Plans
Neverwinter: Beta Weekend 3 Plans:
Beta testers taking part in this weekend's Neverwinter event will have a lot to look forward to with the inclusion of the Greatsword Fighter class, PvP action and the ability to level characters to 50.
Beta testers taking part in this weekend's Neverwinter event will have a lot to look forward to with the inclusion of the Greatsword Fighter class, PvP action and the ability to level characters to 50.
Neverwinter: Beta Weekend 3 Keys!
Neverwinter: Beta Weekend 3 Keys!:
MMORPG.com has partnered with Perfect World Entertainment to hand out a batch of keys good for access to Neverwinter's second beta weekend event. The event runs from March 22, 12 p.m. PST until March 24, 11:59 p.m. PST.
MMORPG.com has partnered with Perfect World Entertainment to hand out a batch of keys good for access to Neverwinter's second beta weekend event. The event runs from March 22, 12 p.m. PST until March 24, 11:59 p.m. PST.
Tapjoy hires Jeff Drobick as CPO
Tapjoy hires Jeff Drobick as CPO:
Mobile advertising and publishing platform Tapjoy today announced it hired Jeff Drobick as Chief Product Officer. Drobick was formerly President and CEO of Geeknet
Mobile advertising and publishing platform Tapjoy today announced it hired Jeff Drobick as Chief Product Officer. Drobick was formerly President and CEO of Geeknet
Valve kicks off Steam Early Access
Valve kicks off Steam Early Access:
Steam users can play titles still in development
Steam users can play titles still in development
Warframe hits open beta with new update
Warframe hits open beta with new update:
Digital Extremes "soft-launches" public beta phase for shooter; update 7.0 introduces two new warframes and a snow level. Digital Extremes has "soft launched" its third-person shooter Warframe into open beta, complete with a
Digital Extremes "soft-launches" public beta phase for shooter; update 7.0 introduces two new warframes and a snow level. Digital Extremes has "soft launched" its third-person shooter Warframe into open beta, complete with a
Stainless secures $3.5m for next-gen Carmageddon: Reincarnation
Stainless secures $3.5m for next-gen Carmageddon: Reincarnation:
Investment from Bullfrog founder enables developer to build on current PC project
Investment from Bullfrog founder enables developer to build on current PC project
TERA: Rising: Rising Momentum
TERA: Rising: Rising Momentum:
Since going free to play a short time ago, TERA: Rising has experienced some explosive and impressive growth. We sat down for a chat with Associate Producer Patrick Sun to find out more and to see what the future
Since going free to play a short time ago, TERA: Rising has experienced some explosive and impressive growth. We sat down for a chat with Associate Producer Patrick Sun to find out more and to see what the future
A Mild-Mannered Reporter: What's the problem with Marvel Heroes?
A Mild-Mannered Reporter: What's the problem with Marvel Heroes?:
Filed under: Super-hero, Game mechanics, Opinion, Free-to-play, Marvel Heroes, A Mild-Mannered Reporter Marvel Heroes is going to release soon. Maybe. Probably? It's hard
Filed under: Super-hero, Game mechanics, Opinion, Free-to-play, Marvel Heroes, A Mild-Mannered Reporter Marvel Heroes is going to release soon. Maybe. Probably? It's hard
Wednesday, March 20, 2013
Final Fantasy V on Smartphones? Nineteen Bucks in Japan.
Final Fantasy V on Smartphones? Nineteen Bucks in Japan.:
As first revealed last December, Square Enix is bringing Final Fantasy V and "other games" to iOS. More »
As first revealed last December, Square Enix is bringing Final Fantasy V and "other games" to iOS. More »
What happened to PlayStation Mobile?
What happened to PlayStation Mobile?:
When PlayStation Mobile launched late last year, UK editor Mike Rose truly had high hopes for the platform. Six months on, and it seems like his optimism may have been
When PlayStation Mobile launched late last year, UK editor Mike Rose truly had high hopes for the platform. Six months on, and it seems like his optimism may have been
Wartune 1.5 Is Now On GameFuse
Wartune 1.5 Is Now On GameFuse:
GameFuse, a leading publisher of free-to-play online games, is pleased to announce the launch of the popular fantasy browser based strategy game, Wartune1.5. Players
GameFuse, a leading publisher of free-to-play online games, is pleased to announce the launch of the popular fantasy browser based strategy game, Wartune1.5. Players
ZeniMax's Paul Sage on The Elder Scrolls Online's endgame, PvP, and crafting
ZeniMax's Paul Sage on The Elder Scrolls Online's endgame, PvP, and crafting:
Filed under: Fantasy, Events, real-world, Game mechanics, Interviews, Previews, Professions, PvP, PvE, Massively Interviews, Massively Event Coverage, Dungeons,
Filed under: Fantasy, Events, real-world, Game mechanics, Interviews, Previews, Professions, PvP, PvE, Massively Interviews, Massively Event Coverage, Dungeons,
Hands-on with The Elder Scrolls Online
Hands-on with The Elder Scrolls Online:
Filed under: Fantasy, Classes, Events, real-world, Game mechanics, Lore, Previews, PvE, Opinion, Hands-on, Races, Massively Hands-on, First Impressions, Massively
Filed under: Fantasy, Classes, Events, real-world, Game mechanics, Lore, Previews, PvE, Opinion, Hands-on, Races, Massively Hands-on, First Impressions, Massively
Words of Wonder review
Words of Wonder review:
Words of Wonder is a new Facebook game from Playdom. It launched to the public in early March, and is currently featured on the front page of Facebook’s App Center. Words
Words of Wonder is a new Facebook game from Playdom. It launched to the public in early March, and is currently featured on the front page of Facebook’s App Center. Words
Riccitiello's EA: Execution that fell short of the grand vision
Riccitiello's EA: Execution that fell short of the grand vision:
Electronic Arts is headed into a post-John Riccitiello era--it's time to examine how the mighty publisher ended up where it is today. Editor-in-chief Kris Graft takes a closer look
Electronic Arts is headed into a post-John Riccitiello era--it's time to examine how the mighty publisher ended up where it is today. Editor-in-chief Kris Graft takes a closer look
Origin crosses 40 million members
Origin crosses 40 million members:
EA's virtual marketplace reaches new user milestone after SimCity launch; weeklong Player Appreciation Sale going on now. Following the record-setting SimCity launch,
EA's virtual marketplace reaches new user milestone after SimCity launch; weeklong Player Appreciation Sale going on now. Following the record-setting SimCity launch,
When online multiplayer isn't right for your game
When online multiplayer isn't right for your game:
Sometimes, a multiplayer game has a design that just isn't meant to be played online -- and in this blog post, one developer lists the upsides of requiring
Sometimes, a multiplayer game has a design that just isn't meant to be played online -- and in this blog post, one developer lists the upsides of requiring
Uncharted 3 free-to-play client sees 350,000 downloads
Uncharted 3 free-to-play client sees 350,000 downloads:
Stand-alone multiplayer client reaches download milestone in under a month; new DLC to be available every month through June. The Uncharted 3 free-to-play
Stand-alone multiplayer client reaches download milestone in under a month; new DLC to be available every month through June. The Uncharted 3 free-to-play
LucasArts: A Publisher In Limbo
LucasArts: A Publisher In Limbo:
Rumors are swirling about a possible shutdown; game production is said to continue for now, but the future direction under Disney is very unclear
Rumors are swirling about a possible shutdown; game production is said to continue for now, but the future direction under Disney is very unclear
Crazy Penguin Wars: Tiny Duels Review
Crazy Penguin Wars: Tiny Duels Review:
Gamezebo Rating: Worms clones are a dime a dozen these days. Earlier copy-cats like Hedgewarsand GunBound remain a cinch to locate and download today -- for
Gamezebo Rating: Worms clones are a dime a dozen these days. Earlier copy-cats like Hedgewarsand GunBound remain a cinch to locate and download today -- for
Soldier Front 2 Bringing Jaw-dropping Team Warfare to North America
Soldier Front 2 Bringing Jaw-dropping Team Warfare to North America:
Explosive, realistic and intense firefights are on the horizon—don't be caught unaware! Aeria Games, a leading global publisher of free-to-play online games, has launched the
Explosive, realistic and intense firefights are on the horizon—don't be caught unaware! Aeria Games, a leading global publisher of free-to-play online games, has launched the
What's New In Neverwinter - Beta Weekend 2
What's New In Neverwinter - Beta Weekend 2:
The final Neverwinter beta weekend is closing in fast, and with each passing week Cryptic Studios has been upping its game. After a successful first beta weekend, the
The final Neverwinter beta weekend is closing in fast, and with each passing week Cryptic Studios has been upping its game. After a successful first beta weekend, the
Newtracks seeking to revolutionize music genre with its social game, Bands
Newtracks seeking to revolutionize music genre with its social game, Bands:
Social developer Newtracks recently debuted on Facebook with Bands, a game focused on making it in the music industry by combining rhythm, puzzle and strategy
Social developer Newtracks recently debuted on Facebook with Bands, a game focused on making it in the music industry by combining rhythm, puzzle and strategy
Age of Wushu's free-to-play model detailed
Age of Wushu's free-to-play model detailed:
Filed under: Business models, Launches, News items, Free-to-play, Dev Diaries, Age of Wushu Age of Wushu is launching for keeps on April 10th, so get your wallets
Filed under: Business models, Launches, News items, Free-to-play, Dev Diaries, Age of Wushu Age of Wushu is launching for keeps on April 10th, so get your wallets
Dragon’s Prophet Closed Beta Starts Today | Ten Ton Hammer
Dragon’s Prophet Closed Beta Starts Today | Ten Ton Hammer:
Mount your dragons and prepare to soar to new heights. The NA closed beta of Dragon’s Prophet kicks off today.
Mount your dragons and prepare to soar to new heights. The NA closed beta of Dragon’s Prophet kicks off today.
Dungeon Defenders 2 will be free and have a MOBA feature
Dungeon Defenders 2 will be free and have a MOBA feature:
A new Dungeon Defenders means more heroes, more towers, and more loot. Dungeon Defenders 2 has recently entered pre-alpha...
A new Dungeon Defenders means more heroes, more towers, and more loot. Dungeon Defenders 2 has recently entered pre-alpha...
GameStick dev kits shipping later this month
GameStick dev kits shipping later this month:
A pre-production version of the Android console is coming
A pre-production version of the Android console is coming
Ron Gilbert's Scurvy Scallywags is a match-3 game for iOS:
Ron Gilbert's Scurvy Scallywags is a match-3 game for iOS
Ron Gilbert left Double Fine Productions earlier this month, and a recent post on his blog gives us a better idea of what...
Ron Gilbert left Double Fine Productions earlier this month, and a recent post on his blog gives us a better idea of what...
Silkroad Online: Ignite Part 4 Arrives
Silkroad Online: Ignite Part 4 Arrives:
Silkroad Online's fourth "Ignite" update has been released. The patch features boosts for new and returning players, the opening of the "Survival Arena" and new adventures
Silkroad Online's fourth "Ignite" update has been released. The patch features boosts for new and returning players, the opening of the "Survival Arena" and new adventures
Runes of Magic: Fourth Anniversary Events Detailed, Trailer Released
Runes of Magic: Fourth Anniversary Events Detailed, Trailer Released:
Runes of Magic is turning four this year. The team has released a new trailer to celebrate the momentous occasion and has announced a slate of in-game events to
Runes of Magic is turning four this year. The team has released a new trailer to celebrate the momentous occasion and has announced a slate of in-game events to
Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn: Preparing for Beta Phase 2
Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn: Preparing for Beta Phase 2:
The latest Producer's Letter for Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn has been published. The letter reveals the fact that 100,000 players are taking part in the
The latest Producer's Letter for Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn has been published. The letter reveals the fact that 100,000 players are taking part in the
Smartwatch Fever Hits Samsung Too, As It Races Apple
Smartwatch Fever Hits Samsung Too, As It Races Apple:
Can the S-Watch beat the iWatch? Samsung is, according to its EVP of mobile, actually working on a smartwatch, and has in fact been "preparing the watch product for
Can the S-Watch beat the iWatch? Samsung is, according to its EVP of mobile, actually working on a smartwatch, and has in fact been "preparing the watch product for
Gpotato's Sevencore meets an early demise
Gpotato's Sevencore meets an early demise:
Filed under: Fantasy, Sci-fi, News items, Free-to-play, Legal, Allods Online Despite recently seeing the first of what players hoped would be a string of new content, gPotato's new title Sevencore announced today that it will be
Filed under: Fantasy, Sci-fi, News items, Free-to-play, Legal, Allods Online Despite recently seeing the first of what players hoped would be a string of new content, gPotato's new title Sevencore announced today that it will be
Daybreak Announced NA and EU Server Along with New Flying Feature
Daybreak Announced NA and EU Server Along with New Flying Feature:
Daybreak is a 3D action MMORPG on western fantasy which is both available on client and browser. Chinese game company Linekong recently has announced
Daybreak is a 3D action MMORPG on western fantasy which is both available on client and browser. Chinese game company Linekong recently has announced
Nonstop Games secures $2.9M in seed funding
Nonstop Games secures $2.9M in seed funding:
The game developer founded by former Wooga head of studio Henric Suuronen and Juha Paananen, who previously worked at Nokia, announced that it has secured $2.9
The game developer founded by former Wooga head of studio Henric Suuronen and Juha Paananen, who previously worked at Nokia, announced that it has secured $2.9
General: Xfire, UOL BoaCompra Partner in Brazil
General: Xfire, UOL BoaCompra Partner in Brazil:
Xfire, UOL BoaCompra have announced a partnership to expand the eSports markets in both Brazil and Portugal. The in-game chat client and the Battleground platform will
Xfire, UOL BoaCompra have announced a partnership to expand the eSports markets in both Brazil and Portugal. The in-game chat client and the Battleground platform will
Mike DeLaet is Kabam’s new head of worldwide business development
Mike DeLaet is Kabam’s new head of worldwide business development:
Mobile social developer Kabam today announced Mike DeLaet has been brought on board to serve as Senior VP of Worldwide Business Development. DeLaet
Mobile social developer Kabam today announced Mike DeLaet has been brought on board to serve as Senior VP of Worldwide Business Development. DeLaet
Mind Candy names new HR head
Mind Candy names new HR head:
Chief people officer Penny Handscomb hitting GDC to fill 90 positions at Moshi Monster firm
Chief people officer Penny Handscomb hitting GDC to fill 90 positions at Moshi Monster firm
BlackShot Europe: Special Easter Update 2013
BlackShot Europe: Special Easter Update 2013:
European MMO publisher eFusion MMOG GmbH announced today that some special Easter contents and events have been launched in BlackShot Europe.The free-to-
European MMO publisher eFusion MMOG GmbH announced today that some special Easter contents and events have been launched in BlackShot Europe.The free-to-
New head of QA for InnoGames
New head of QA for InnoGames:
Rainar Ütt joins Forge Of Empires developer
Rainar Ütt joins Forge Of Empires developer
Ragnarok Online 2 NA Website Available, Pre Register for Beta
Ragnarok Online 2 NA Website Available, Pre Register for Beta:
In Mid-April Ragnarok Online 2: Legend of the Second will enter its Beta testing, with the NA teaser website announced. Ragnarok Online 2 for North America will be
In Mid-April Ragnarok Online 2: Legend of the Second will enter its Beta testing, with the NA teaser website announced. Ragnarok Online 2 for North America will be
Tuesday, March 19, 2013
Korean News and Beta Test Announcements
- Soft Bigbang MOBA “Core Masters” holds 1st CBT tester recruitment from March 19 to April 5, holds 1st CBT from April 10 to 14 .
- Netmarble in the Top 5 of “Top Publishers by Monthly Revenue (Google Play January 2013),” GungHo Online, NHN, DeNa, and Gree are the Top 1 to 4, respectively.
Not So Massively: SimCity is not an MMO
Not So Massively: SimCity is not an MMO:
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, Video, Business models, Game mechanics, MMO industry, New titles, Patches, News items, Opinion, Free-to-play, Consoles, Dev
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, Video, Business models, Game mechanics, MMO industry, New titles, Patches, News items, Opinion, Free-to-play, Consoles, Dev
Who shot JR? John Riccitiello leaves behind a shaky legacy at EA
Who shot JR? John Riccitiello leaves behind a shaky legacy at EA:
Riccitiello's tenure at EA had some highs, but it ultimately will likely be remembered more for the lows when all is said and done. But where exactly did EA start going
Riccitiello's tenure at EA had some highs, but it ultimately will likely be remembered more for the lows when all is said and done. But where exactly did EA start going
EA CEO John Riccitiello steps down after what could be a rough quarter
EA CEO John Riccitiello steps down after what could be a rough quarter:
A memo sent to outlets including Gamasutra says that Riccitiello will step down as both the CEO and a member of its board of directors effective March 30. A
A memo sent to outlets including Gamasutra says that Riccitiello will step down as both the CEO and a member of its board of directors effective March 30. A
EA CEO John Riccitiello Steps Down
EA CEO John Riccitiello Steps Down:
John Riccitiello, CEO of game publisher Electronic Arts, is stepping down from his position. More »
John Riccitiello, CEO of game publisher Electronic Arts, is stepping down from his position. More »
Shroud of the Avatar Hits Kickstarter Goal | Ten Ton Hammer
Shroud of the Avatar Hits Kickstarter Goal | Ten Ton Hammer:
Richard Garriott’s new Shroud of the Avatar online RPG project strikes its Kickstarter goal with 19 days to go.
Richard Garriott’s new Shroud of the Avatar online RPG project strikes its Kickstarter goal with 19 days to go.
General: PAX East Cometh!
General: PAX East Cometh!:
With PAX East fast approaching, we're offering up our picks for things to look forward to at the show in this week's The List.
With PAX East fast approaching, we're offering up our picks for things to look forward to at the show in this week's The List.
Popular social MMO Legacy of a Thousand Suns launching on iOS
Popular social MMO Legacy of a Thousand Suns launching on iOS:
5th Planet's social sci-fi massively multiplayer online role-playing game Legacy of a Thousand Suns has made the jump to...
5th Planet's social sci-fi massively multiplayer online role-playing game Legacy of a Thousand Suns has made the jump to...
King of Dragon Pass drops in price as it hits 30K downloads:
King of Dragon Pass drops in price as it hits 30K downloads
Developer A Sharp has lowered the cost of its premium app King of Dragon Pass in honor of it achieving 30,000 downloads on...
Developer A Sharp has lowered the cost of its premium app King of Dragon Pass in honor of it achieving 30,000 downloads on...
Ryan Seacrest reveals, Zynga confirms, Draw Something 2
Ryan Seacrest reveals, Zynga confirms, Draw Something 2:
Television personality Ryan Seacrest today revealed the existence of Draw Something 2, the sequel to OMGPOP’s runaway mobile success Draw Something. Seacrest, best
Television personality Ryan Seacrest today revealed the existence of Draw Something 2, the sequel to OMGPOP’s runaway mobile success Draw Something. Seacrest, best
Rift: Try Storm Legion for Five Days Free
Rift: Try Storm Legion for Five Days Free:
Trion Worlds is offering subscribers and former subscribers a chance to try out the Rift: Storm Legion expansion from March 21st-25th. All players will also be able to
Trion Worlds is offering subscribers and former subscribers a chance to try out the Rift: Storm Legion expansion from March 21st-25th. All players will also be able to
SimCity sells 1.1 million in two weeks
SimCity sells 1.1 million in two weeks:
Despite launch marred by various server issues, EA's latest city-building game is "biggest SimCity launch of all time." SimCity has sold over 1.1 million copies
Despite launch marred by various server issues, EA's latest city-building game is "biggest SimCity launch of all time." SimCity has sold over 1.1 million copies
Zynga now sees tablets "becoming the ultimate game platform"
Zynga now sees tablets "becoming the ultimate game platform":
Steve Chiang, Zynga's president of games, talks about the "land grab in mobile" and how Zynga is changing its gaming slate
Steve Chiang, Zynga's president of games, talks about the "land grab in mobile" and how Zynga is changing its gaming slate
Mobile "as difficult or more so" than boxed retail, says Frisina
Mobile "as difficult or more so" than boxed retail, says Frisina:
EA Partners founder Tom Frisina talks to us about his new mobile publisher and how he'd like to get Journey dev thatgamecompany on board
EA Partners founder Tom Frisina talks to us about his new mobile publisher and how he'd like to get Journey dev thatgamecompany on board
World of WarPlanes: Get Your Warplanes Beta Key Now!
World of WarPlanes: Get Your Warplanes Beta Key Now!:
MMORPG.com is very excited to announce that we have been given 15,000 beta test keys for World of Warplanes! This is the exciting follow up to the hugely successful
MMORPG.com is very excited to announce that we have been given 15,000 beta test keys for World of Warplanes! This is the exciting follow up to the hugely successful
Veronica Mars has opened the doors to a new kind of game funding
Veronica Mars has opened the doors to a new kind of game funding:
The Kickstarter campaign for a Veronica Mars movie introduced a new dynamic, in which an IP holder has committed to distribution and promotion if fans fund the
The Kickstarter campaign for a Veronica Mars movie introduced a new dynamic, in which an IP holder has committed to distribution and promotion if fans fund the
Wii U sales are flagging, but there's still hope for Nintendo
Wii U sales are flagging, but there's still hope for Nintendo:
Today the Wii U appears to be in crisis, and each month's U.S. retail sales figures show little improvement. But Nintendo can turn its situation around, says Gamasutra's Matt
Today the Wii U appears to be in crisis, and each month's U.S. retail sales figures show little improvement. But Nintendo can turn its situation around, says Gamasutra's Matt
Bands review
Bands review:
Bands is a new Facebook game from German developer Newtracks. It’s available now for anyone to play via the social network. Bands is a music-themed game in
Bands is a new Facebook game from German developer Newtracks. It’s available now for anyone to play via the social network. Bands is a music-themed game in
Kingdom of Thrones Review
Kingdom of Thrones Review:
Gamezebo Rating: Setting aside its mildly amusing title (you might as well call it "Kingdom of Crowns" or "Kingdom of Kings"), the first thing you'll notice about
Gamezebo Rating: Setting aside its mildly amusing title (you might as well call it "Kingdom of Crowns" or "Kingdom of Kings"), the first thing you'll notice about
Eldevin: Closed Beta Begins
Eldevin: Closed Beta Begins:
Hunted Cow has announced that the closed beta for its browser-based MMO, Eldevin, has gone live. Players will be able to take their characters to level thirty along the path
Hunted Cow has announced that the closed beta for its browser-based MMO, Eldevin, has gone live. Players will be able to take their characters to level thirty along the path
EEDAR: Strong multiplayer is key to mobile success
EEDAR: Strong multiplayer is key to mobile success:
Research firm launches a new suite of products to help mobile/social devs optimize games; we discuss the market with Jesse Divnich
Research firm launches a new suite of products to help mobile/social devs optimize games; we discuss the market with Jesse Divnich
Eat Eat Hooray! Review
Eat Eat Hooray! Review:
Gamezebo Rating: At some time or another, all of us fantasize about stripping naked, jumping into a birthday cake the size of a bungalow, and then eating our way out. But
Gamezebo Rating: At some time or another, all of us fantasize about stripping naked, jumping into a birthday cake the size of a bungalow, and then eating our way out. But
Pixar vets form Steel Wool Games
Pixar vets form Steel Wool Games:
Oscar-winning animation studio artists readying first game, Flyhunter, due this summer from Ripstone
Oscar-winning animation studio artists readying first game, Flyhunter, due this summer from Ripstone
Dragon's Prophet gameplay on display in beta vids
Dragon's Prophet gameplay on display in beta vids:
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, Video, Game mechanics, MMO industry, New titles, News items, Free-to-play, Dragon's Prophet MMO Culture has posted some hands-on
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, Video, Game mechanics, MMO industry, New titles, News items, Free-to-play, Dragon's Prophet MMO Culture has posted some hands-on
League of Legends breaks 5 million concurrent players
League of Legends breaks 5 million concurrent players:
PC strategy game has added two million active concurrent players in five months, says developer. League of Legends regularly exceeds 5 million concurrent
PC strategy game has added two million active concurrent players in five months, says developer. League of Legends regularly exceeds 5 million concurrent
Bubble Safari Ocean is this week’s catch among fastest-growing Facebook games by MAU
Bubble Safari Ocean is this week’s catch among fastest-growing Facebook games by MAU:
Zynga’s Bubble Safari Ocean is this week’s fastest-growing Facebook game by monthly active user, bringing in 1.6 million MAU for an 18 percent gain. Pretty Simple’s Criminal
Zynga’s Bubble Safari Ocean is this week’s fastest-growing Facebook game by monthly active user, bringing in 1.6 million MAU for an 18 percent gain. Pretty Simple’s Criminal
Vlambeer: "Devs shouldn't be afraid to charge $3"
Vlambeer: "Devs shouldn't be afraid to charge $3":
Ridiculous Fishing studio claims "non-evil" free-to-play design is "almost impossible"
Ridiculous Fishing studio claims "non-evil" free-to-play design is "almost impossible"
Warhammer Online: Age of Reckoning: An Update on Mythic’s WAR
Warhammer Online: Age of Reckoning: An Update on Mythic’s WAR:
Warhammer Online has been maturing nicely over the years since its release. We took the opportunity to find out what's been going on and what the future holds for
Warhammer Online has been maturing nicely over the years since its release. We took the opportunity to find out what's been going on and what the future holds for
Konami Europe reconsolidates in the UK with new HQ
Konami Europe reconsolidates in the UK with new HQ:
European president Shinji Hirano on what prompted the move from Germany
European president Shinji Hirano on what prompted the move from Germany
Arcane Saga - Exclusive MMOSite Interview with CJ Games
Arcane Saga - Exclusive MMOSite Interview with CJ Games:
As we know, the refreshed MMORPG Arcane Saga which was previously known as Prius Online is set to launch foin the first half of 2013. New fun is added to the heart of the
As we know, the refreshed MMORPG Arcane Saga which was previously known as Prius Online is set to launch foin the first half of 2013. New fun is added to the heart of the
Ghost at Midnight - New Horror Online Title Revealed
Ghost at Midnight - New Horror Online Title Revealed:
The title of the game is loosely translated as “Night Parade of One Hundred Demons“, which is a Japanese folklore. South Korea developer, Nbrix, announced its very
The title of the game is loosely translated as “Night Parade of One Hundred Demons“, which is a Japanese folklore. South Korea developer, Nbrix, announced its very
Dragon's Call II: Need Gold? Become an Escort
Dragon's Call II: Need Gold? Become an Escort:
No, not that kind of escort. To earn tons of gold in Dragon's Call 2, players can accept a Ring Escort mission. During the mission, players may face off against bandits and
No, not that kind of escort. To earn tons of gold in Dragon's Call 2, players can accept a Ring Escort mission. During the mission, players may face off against bandits and
Gears of War: Judgment lets you buy double XP boosts
Gears of War: Judgment lets you buy double XP boosts:
Whatever happened to the days of actually playing a game and enjoying it while leveling through the ranking process? It...
Whatever happened to the days of actually playing a game and enjoying it while leveling through the ranking process? It...
Video: How Plants vs. Zombies' designer got his mom to play
Video: How Plants vs. Zombies' designer got his mom to play:
Plants vs. Zombies designer George Fan shares 10 gameplay teaching techniques that can keep players engaged, whether they are for the most hardcore or even the
Plants vs. Zombies designer George Fan shares 10 gameplay teaching techniques that can keep players engaged, whether they are for the most hardcore or even the
Monday, March 18, 2013
Elsword Heats Up with Raven's New Class "Weapon Taker"
Elsword Heats Up with Raven's New Class "Weapon Taker":
Elsword recently unleashed its latest class for the dark and deadly character Raven. With intense firepower and a brand-new “overheat” mode, the Weapon Taker class
Elsword recently unleashed its latest class for the dark and deadly character Raven. With intense firepower and a brand-new “overheat” mode, the Weapon Taker class
LOL Champion Preview - Zac, the Secret Weapon
LOL Champion Preview - Zac, the Secret Weapon:
Zac is the newest Champion heading to League of Legends and while he appears to be a big pile of Jello, he's got some nasty skills. You can get a preview of Zac by
Zac is the newest Champion heading to League of Legends and while he appears to be a big pile of Jello, he's got some nasty skills. You can get a preview of Zac by
Korean News and Beta Test Announcements
- Eyedentity Games action RPG “Dungeon Striker” holds 2rd CBT from March 27 to 31, holds tester recruitment from March 15 to 24.
- Anipark baseball game “Magu The Real” starts OBT on March 28.
- Gala Lab “Eternal Blade” ends Japan CBT, signed Japan license contract with publisher Advancement.
Match-Up! Preview
Match-Up! Preview:
Big Fish knows that you don't want to wait to play your favorite casual games against other players, because in the immortal words of Sweet Brown, “Ain't nobody got time for that!” That's why the company teamed up with JawFish Games to create Match-Up!,so you can get right down to business playing Word, Match-3 or Mahjong in live tournaments. Plus it's got that exclamation point, so it can't be dull.
Big Fish knows that you don't want to wait to play your favorite casual games against other players, because in the immortal words of Sweet Brown, “Ain't nobody got time for that!” That's why the company teamed up with JawFish Games to create Match-Up!,so you can get right down to business playing Word, Match-3 or Mahjong in live tournaments. Plus it's got that exclamation point, so it can't be dull.
Wii U sells 66,000 in February
Wii U sells 66,000 in February:
Analyst calls system's sales "good," but expects non-AAA retail market to deteriorate as year progresses
Analyst calls system's sales "good," but expects non-AAA retail market to deteriorate as year progresses
Castle Champions Review
Castle Champions Review:
Gamezebo Rating: You know the phrase, “Have fun storming the castle?” That never made much sense to me, because castles really don't seem like they'd be fun to storm.
Gamezebo Rating: You know the phrase, “Have fun storming the castle?” That never made much sense to me, because castles really don't seem like they'd be fun to storm.
Beach Buggy Blitz Review
Beach Buggy Blitz Review:
Gamezebo Rating: There's a severe lack of quality kart racers on Android. So when something like Beach Buggy Blitz comes along, it's easy to take notice. It's especially
Gamezebo Rating: There's a severe lack of quality kart racers on Android. So when something like Beach Buggy Blitz comes along, it's easy to take notice. It's especially
You’re Crazy if You Don’t Get Super Stickman Golf 2 Right Now
You’re Crazy if You Don’t Get Super Stickman Golf 2 Right Now:
As a rule, I like sports in video games better than I do in the real world. For someone like me who's never been great on the court or field, taking an athletic endeavor and adding
As a rule, I like sports in video games better than I do in the real world. For someone like me who's never been great on the court or field, taking an athletic endeavor and adding
EverQuest 14th Anniversary Celebration Starts Early | Ten Ton Hammer
EverQuest 14th Anniversary Celebration Starts Early | Ten Ton Hammer:
SOE was so excited about the 14th anniversary of EverQuest that the celebration festivities have started a day early.
SOE was so excited about the 14th anniversary of EverQuest that the celebration festivities have started a day early.
Netmarble Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with UWO and D187 Updates | Ten Ton Hammer
Netmarble Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with UWO and D187 Updates | Ten Ton Hammer:
Netmarble launches new updates for Uncharted Waters Online and District 187 along with a new promotion to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day.
Netmarble launches new updates for Uncharted Waters Online and District 187 along with a new promotion to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day.
TERA Finally Comes to China
TERA Finally Comes to China:
When a big budget game launches in Korea, the natural feel of it amongst gaming veterans would be the title of the game 'TERA' which is finally going to be released
When a big budget game launches in Korea, the natural feel of it amongst gaming veterans would be the title of the game 'TERA' which is finally going to be released
Badland enters a brooding place on iOS in April
Badland enters a brooding place on iOS in April:
Developer Frogmind Games has announced that its upcoming iOS title Badland will be available on April 4. The game comes from...
Developer Frogmind Games has announced that its upcoming iOS title Badland will be available on April 4. The game comes from...
Rise and Shiny: Warstory: Europe in Flames
Rise and Shiny: Warstory: Europe in Flames:
Filed under: Historical, Real life, Video, Game mechanics, Previews, PvP, Opinion, War, Free-to-play, Browser, Casual, Humor, Rise and Shiny, Livestream Warstory:
Filed under: Historical, Real life, Video, Game mechanics, Previews, PvP, Opinion, War, Free-to-play, Browser, Casual, Humor, Rise and Shiny, Livestream Warstory:
Cabal Online: Rising Force, the Latest Massive Update and Expansion is Available Now
Cabal Online: Rising Force, the Latest Massive Update and Expansion is Available Now:
Games-Masters, the leading free to play games publisher, today announced that the latest free expansion for CABAL Online, Episode 9: Rising Force, is available for
Games-Masters, the leading free to play games publisher, today announced that the latest free expansion for CABAL Online, Episode 9: Rising Force, is available for
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