GamePop console priced at $129:
Blustacks' Android console will be more expensive than Ouya and GameStick
Friday, May 31, 2013
Korean News and Beta Test Announcements
- Actoz Soft MMORPG “TIR Online” start formal service on May 30.
- Mgame 2013 1Q sales: 8,790,000,000won, operating income: -880,000,000won, net income: -1,150,000,000 won.
- Dragonfly 2013 1Q sales: 6,000,000,000won, operating income: 8,100,000,000won, net income: 2,200,000,000 won.
Tools for transitioning from Flash to HTML5
Tools for transitioning from Flash to HTML5:
HTML5 continues to gain momentum, but what do you do if your pipeline and skills are centered on Flash? Here's a quick and helpful list of tools you can transition to. ...
HTML5 continues to gain momentum, but what do you do if your pipeline and skills are centered on Flash? Here's a quick and helpful list of tools you can transition to. ...
Localisation team Synthesis opens recording studios in Brasil
Localisation team Synthesis opens recording studios in Brasil:
Company responsible for CoD, Skyrim, Dishonored localisation moves to Latin America
Company responsible for CoD, Skyrim, Dishonored localisation moves to Latin America
Activision not planning Skylanders movie or TV show
Activision not planning Skylanders movie or TV show:
Publisher says the "the game is the entertainment," so there is no need right now for further media extensions of the brand. Activision has no plans to spin its
Publisher says the "the game is the entertainment," so there is no need right now for further media extensions of the brand. Activision has no plans to spin its
Take-Two: MMOs don't work in the US
Take-Two: MMOs don't work in the US:
Strauss Zelnick says MMOs are generally unprofitable in US; "A couple of our competitors have found out that through very, very expensive lessons." Grand
Strauss Zelnick says MMOs are generally unprofitable in US; "A couple of our competitors have found out that through very, very expensive lessons." Grand
Take-Two doesn't need next-gen to succeed
Take-Two doesn't need next-gen to succeed:
Strauss Zelnick on hardware agnosticism, day-and-date tablet releases of AAA titles, used game fees, and second-screen skepticism
Strauss Zelnick on hardware agnosticism, day-and-date tablet releases of AAA titles, used game fees, and second-screen skepticism
Dragon’s Prophet Soars Into Open Beta | Ten Ton Hammer
Dragon’s Prophet Soars Into Open Beta | Ten Ton Hammer:
Mount your dragons and take to the skiy. Dragon’s Prophet launches into open beta in North America and Europe today.
Mount your dragons and take to the skiy. Dragon’s Prophet launches into open beta in North America and Europe today.
Future games must have multiple protagonists, says GTA parent publisher
Future games must have multiple protagonists, says GTA parent publisher:
[UPDATE] Take-Two says going forward, games must deliver innovation to succeed; "It's going to be very, very difficult for our competitors to do this." [ Watch Video ]
[UPDATE] Take-Two says going forward, games must deliver innovation to succeed; "It's going to be very, very difficult for our competitors to do this." [ Watch Video ]
Glu Mobile partners with Skillz to bring real-money betting in U.S. mobile games
Glu Mobile partners with Skillz to bring real-money betting in U.S. mobile games:
Glu Mobile, the freemium developer behind such popular gaming franchises as Gun Bros. and Frontline Commando, has announced a partnership today with Skillz to
Glu Mobile, the freemium developer behind such popular gaming franchises as Gun Bros. and Frontline Commando, has announced a partnership today with Skillz to
Battlestone Review
Battlestone Review:
Pros: Excellent graphics and tight controls. Nice variety of heroes to give multiple play style options. Easy to pick up and get right to the action.
Pros: Excellent graphics and tight controls. Nice variety of heroes to give multiple play style options. Easy to pick up and get right to the action.
Battlestone review
Battlestone review:
Battlestone is an iOS and Android release from Zynga. It’s available now as a free download from the Apple App Store and Google Play and carries additional in-app purchases. Battlestone is Zynga’s first
Battlestone is an iOS and Android release from Zynga. It’s available now as a free download from the Apple App Store and Google Play and carries additional in-app purchases. Battlestone is Zynga’s first
A Sports Game Metal Gear Fans Should Keep An Eye On
A Sports Game Metal Gear Fans Should Keep An Eye On:
This brief, teasing video is for Konami's upcoming Pro Evolution Soccer 2014. It's a bigger deal than this clip is making it out to be, though, as it's going to be the very first
This brief, teasing video is for Konami's upcoming Pro Evolution Soccer 2014. It's a bigger deal than this clip is making it out to be, though, as it's going to be the very first
Infinite Crisis Joins the Competitive eSports World of Major League Gaming | Ten Ton Hammer
Infinite Crisis Joins the Competitive eSports World of Major League Gaming | Ten Ton Hammer:
Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment and Turbine partner with Major League gaming to bring Infinite Crisis to the competitive eSports scene.
Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment and Turbine partner with Major League gaming to bring Infinite Crisis to the competitive eSports scene.
Neverwinter: An Astral Diamond in the Rough
Neverwinter: An Astral Diamond in the Rough:
Neverwinter is one of the first blockbuster titles to arrive in 2013. With over a month of game time, we are ready to present our official review. See what you think before
Neverwinter is one of the first blockbuster titles to arrive in 2013. With over a month of game time, we are ready to present our official review. See what you think before
A MicroVolts Ninja Update Battles Pirates
A MicroVolts Ninja Update Battles Pirates:
Rock Hippo announced today the launch of its latest update - Pirates vs Ninjas - for their popular free-to-play cartoon-style third-person shooter, MicroVolts. Ninjas are
Rock Hippo announced today the launch of its latest update - Pirates vs Ninjas - for their popular free-to-play cartoon-style third-person shooter, MicroVolts. Ninjas are
The Aurora World Reveals New Dungeon
The Aurora World Reveals New Dungeon:
GBE Games today revealed its all-new dungeon for its popular fantasy MMORPG, The Aurora World. Starting today, players will face a new challenge to conquer the
GBE Games today revealed its all-new dungeon for its popular fantasy MMORPG, The Aurora World. Starting today, players will face a new challenge to conquer the
UNO & Friends: Fast Fun for Everyone
UNO & Friends: Fast Fun for Everyone:
UNO, the world's most beloved card game, introduces a brand-new free social experience! Playing UNO with friends, family, and the millions of fans worldwide
UNO, the world's most beloved card game, introduces a brand-new free social experience! Playing UNO with friends, family, and the millions of fans worldwide
The Phoenix Wright HD Trilogy Is Finally Out On iOS Today
The Phoenix Wright HD Trilogy Is Finally Out On iOS Today:
After several delays, the HD remake of the planet's best lawyer simulator is finally live on iOS. You can get the first three Phoenix Wright games on iPhone and iPad right
After several delays, the HD remake of the planet's best lawyer simulator is finally live on iOS. You can get the first three Phoenix Wright games on iPhone and iPad right
Snail confirms Age of Wushu dev layoffs
Snail confirms Age of Wushu dev layoffs:
Filed under: Fantasy, MMO Industry, News Items, Free-to-Play, Age of Wushu Earlier this morning Massively received multiple tips regarding layoffs at Age of Wushu
Filed under: Fantasy, MMO Industry, News Items, Free-to-Play, Age of Wushu Earlier this morning Massively received multiple tips regarding layoffs at Age of Wushu
Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic Returns To Sell You An iPad
Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic Returns To Sell You An iPad:
It's the 10th anniversary of one of the greatest Star Wars video games ever made, and BioWare has teamed up with Aspyr Media to bring Knights of the Old Republic
It's the 10th anniversary of one of the greatest Star Wars video games ever made, and BioWare has teamed up with Aspyr Media to bring Knights of the Old Republic
Social Point’s Andrés Bou on Dragon City’s success on mobile, sticking with the Facebook platform and plans for 2013
Social Point’s Andrés Bou on Dragon City’s success on mobile, sticking with the Facebook platform and plans for 2013:
Today’s Q&A is with Barcelona-based mobile-social game developer Social Point. Inside Mobile Apps: Could you talk about the importance of nailing cross-platform
Today’s Q&A is with Barcelona-based mobile-social game developer Social Point. Inside Mobile Apps: Could you talk about the importance of nailing cross-platform
Arkalis Interactive discusses Stargate SG-1: Unleashed for iOS and Android
Arkalis Interactive discusses Stargate SG-1: Unleashed for iOS and Android:
As one the longest running sci-fi series of all time, Stargate has certainly earned its place the hearts and minds of many, many fans. And these fans have an insatiable
As one the longest running sci-fi series of all time, Stargate has certainly earned its place the hearts and minds of many, many fans. And these fans have an insatiable
Unraveling the puzzle of analytics
Unraveling the puzzle of analytics:
You know you need analytics -- but how do you handle implementing them? What about understanding what you get back? This comprehensive introduction will bring
You know you need analytics -- but how do you handle implementing them? What about understanding what you get back? This comprehensive introduction will bring
Condor: ZERO - New Wuxia MMO Announced
Condor: ZERO - New Wuxia MMO Announced:
Another epic Wuxia MMO is coming! Perfect World has officially announced its first self-developed non-target action MMORPG Condor: ZERO. Continue reading Condor:
Another epic Wuxia MMO is coming! Perfect World has officially announced its first self-developed non-target action MMORPG Condor: ZERO. Continue reading Condor:
Asiasoft to release PSO 2 and DC Universe Online in Southeast Asia
Asiasoft to release PSO 2 and DC Universe Online in Southeast Asia:
Asian publisher to publish both MMORPGs this year; no specific date given as of yet. Online game publishers Asiasoft has announced that it will be expanding its line-
Asian publisher to publish both MMORPGs this year; no specific date given as of yet. Online game publishers Asiasoft has announced that it will be expanding its line-
Surge in Japanese mobile game publishers spells good news for Metaps
Surge in Japanese mobile game publishers spells good news for Metaps:
Android monetization platform Metaps says that a surge in the number of Japanese game publishers choosing to release mobile games over the more traditional browser games has seen its business
Android monetization platform Metaps says that a surge in the number of Japanese game publishers choosing to release mobile games over the more traditional browser games has seen its business
Korean MOBA Title Core Masters Announced for Japan
Korean MOBA Title Core Masters Announced for Japan:
The popular Korean MOBA Core Masters recently announced its first overseas server, Korean studio Soft Big Bang announced that Core Masters will come to Japan under
The popular Korean MOBA Core Masters recently announced its first overseas server, Korean studio Soft Big Bang announced that Core Masters will come to Japan under
There Is Nowhere To Hide When World War Z Goes Mobile
There Is Nowhere To Hide When World War Z Goes Mobile:
One minute you're relaxing in an upscale coffee shop in the heart of the big city, the next you're in the back of a moving truck, holding on for dear life as a sea of hungry
One minute you're relaxing in an upscale coffee shop in the heart of the big city, the next you're in the back of a moving truck, holding on for dear life as a sea of hungry
AppData Analytics Service Introduces iOS Revenue Estimates
AppData Analytics Service Introduces iOS Revenue Estimates:
Application analytics provider AppData announced the launch of its proprietary iOS application and developer revenue estimates. Metrics are provided by week,
Application analytics provider AppData announced the launch of its proprietary iOS application and developer revenue estimates. Metrics are provided by week,
Thursday, May 30, 2013
Playfish co-founder Kristian Segerstrale joins Supercell's board
Playfish co-founder Kristian Segerstrale joins Supercell's board:
Kristian Segerstrale, the last Playfish co-founder to leave EA earlier this year, has joined Finnish mobile studio Supercell's board, according to TechCrunch. ...
Kristian Segerstrale, the last Playfish co-founder to leave EA earlier this year, has joined Finnish mobile studio Supercell's board, according to TechCrunch. ...
Hands-on with World War Z: A Zombie FPS That Doesn't Suck
Hands-on with World War Z: A Zombie FPS That Doesn't Suck:
If there's one thing we've learnt about touchscreen gaming, it's this: first-person shooters suck. They're clumsy and they're awkward. Trying to wrestle with moving and
If there's one thing we've learnt about touchscreen gaming, it's this: first-person shooters suck. They're clumsy and they're awkward. Trying to wrestle with moving and
KOTOR Is Coming To The iPad
KOTOR Is Coming To The iPad:
Hey guys. Classic Star Wars RPG Knights of the Old Republic is out on the iPad this week. Expect more coverage from us in the morning.Read more...
Hey guys. Classic Star Wars RPG Knights of the Old Republic is out on the iPad this week. Expect more coverage from us in the morning.Read more...
Korean News and Beta Test Announcements
- Actoz Soft MMORPG “TIR Online” opens Naver channeling service on May 30.
- Daum web game “Samguk Fantasy” holds 1st CBT from May 30 to June 2.
- The5 Interactive hardcore action RPG “Bloody Mare: Requiem Returns” ends CBT, holds OBT on June 4.
- Nexon multiplatform 3D MMORPG “Samgukjireul Pumda” starts Japan OBT via Nexon Japan.
- JCE, developer of “Freestyle” and “Rule The Sky,” changed its company name to “Joycity.”
- Gravity developing an Unreal engine 3 mobile MORPG.
Dogs of War Online Announce First Three Factions
Dogs of War Online Announce First Three Factions:
Dogs of War Online is an upcoming F2P MMO Turn Based Strategy by developer Cyanide and it is also set in the same world as the game Confrontation, also developed by Cyanide. It is said to be a turn based tactical arena style game where you are tasked with the creation of a mercenary band through the units of your choosing, who you then send to fight in battles against other players.
Dogs of War Online is an upcoming F2P MMO Turn Based Strategy by developer Cyanide and it is also set in the same world as the game Confrontation, also developed by Cyanide. It is said to be a turn based tactical arena style game where you are tasked with the creation of a mercenary band through the units of your choosing, who you then send to fight in battles against other players.
DC Universe Online Game Update 26 Now Live | Ten Ton Hammer
DC Universe Online Game Update 26 Now Live | Ten Ton Hammer:
DC Universe Online’s latest update adds new customizable PvP Scrimmage matches, Vault improvements and more.
DC Universe Online’s latest update adds new customizable PvP Scrimmage matches, Vault improvements and more.
Dragon's Prophet EU soars into open beta
Dragon's Prophet EU soars into open beta:
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, Trailers, Video, MMO Industry, New Titles, News Items, Free-to-Play, Dragon's Prophet It's a bird! It's a plane! No -- it's a dragon... and it shall be
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, Trailers, Video, MMO Industry, New Titles, News Items, Free-to-Play, Dragon's Prophet It's a bird! It's a plane! No -- it's a dragon... and it shall be
No used games means lower profits for game makers. Unless...
No used games means lower profits for game makers. Unless...:
A recent study says if console manufacturers eliminated used game sales, profits would drop. But there might be an upside. ...
A recent study says if console manufacturers eliminated used game sales, profits would drop. But there might be an upside. ...
World of Tanks North American league launched, NASL future unknown
World of Tanks North American league launched, NASL future unknown:
Wargaming launches North American eSports league for multiplayer online game; NASL representative declines to comment on future of Starcraft tournament.
Wargaming launches North American eSports league for multiplayer online game; NASL representative declines to comment on future of Starcraft tournament.
Lindvior touches down in Lineage 2 today
Lindvior touches down in Lineage 2 today:
Filed under: Fantasy, Lineage 2, Expansions, MMO Industry, News Items, Free-to-Play Today's the day that the goddess Shilen unleashes her fury on the
Filed under: Fantasy, Lineage 2, Expansions, MMO Industry, News Items, Free-to-Play Today's the day that the goddess Shilen unleashes her fury on the
Shadowrun Online Clarifies Its Campaign and Free-to-Play Models | Ten Ton Hammer
Shadowrun Online Clarifies Its Campaign and Free-to-Play Models | Ten Ton Hammer:
Cliffhanger Productions clears the air on some of the confusion surrounding Shadowrun Online’s business model and server playability.
Cliffhanger Productions clears the air on some of the confusion surrounding Shadowrun Online’s business model and server playability.
Wargaming Establishes New Publishing Office in Tokyo, Japan | Ten Ton Hammer
Wargaming Establishes New Publishing Office in Tokyo, Japan | Ten Ton Hammer:
World of Tanks developer Wargaming continues its expansion for world domination by establishing its 15th publishing office in Japan.
World of Tanks developer Wargaming continues its expansion for world domination by establishing its 15th publishing office in Japan.
Updated: Marvel Heroes Early Access Gets Delayed | Ten Ton Hammer
Updated: Marvel Heroes Early Access Gets Delayed | Ten Ton Hammer:
Gazillion boss David Brevik posts an update on the delay for early access to Marvel Heroes players.
Gazillion boss David Brevik posts an update on the delay for early access to Marvel Heroes players.
Gain a clearer understanding of RIFT's new REX
Gain a clearer understanding of RIFT's new REX:
Filed under: Fantasy, Economy, Free-to-Play, RIFT, Dev Diaries Is your forehead scrunched up in that cute little way you sometimes have when you're trying to
Filed under: Fantasy, Economy, Free-to-Play, RIFT, Dev Diaries Is your forehead scrunched up in that cute little way you sometimes have when you're trying to
You'll Be Able To Play Almost Every PS4 Game On Your Vita, Sony Says
You'll Be Able To Play Almost Every PS4 Game On Your Vita, Sony Says:
Looks like the PlayStation 4 will be taking a page from the book of Wii U: according to Sony Worldwide Studios president Shuhei Yoshida, almost all PS4 games will support
Looks like the PlayStation 4 will be taking a page from the book of Wii U: according to Sony Worldwide Studios president Shuhei Yoshida, almost all PS4 games will support
Scarlet Blade reveals first major content update
Scarlet Blade reveals first major content update:
Filed under: Fantasy, Sci-Fi, New Titles, Patches, PvP, News Items, PvE, Free-to-Play Though it's a game best-known for removing things (clothing in particular),
Filed under: Fantasy, Sci-Fi, New Titles, Patches, PvP, News Items, PvE, Free-to-Play Though it's a game best-known for removing things (clothing in particular),
Combo Crew review
Combo Crew review:
Combo Crew is an iOS and Android app from The Game Bakers. It is now available for $1.99 on the App Store and Google Play and carries no additional in-app purchases.
Combo Crew is an iOS and Android app from The Game Bakers. It is now available for $1.99 on the App Store and Google Play and carries no additional in-app purchases.
New iOS Games Tonight: Warhammer Quest, Ace Attorney: Phoenix Wright Trilogy and more!
New iOS Games Tonight: Warhammer Quest, Ace Attorney: Phoenix Wright Trilogy and more!:
I love my job as Assistant Editor here at Gamezebo, but that doesn't mean I've never wondered what my life might have been like had I chosen a different profession, such as
I love my job as Assistant Editor here at Gamezebo, but that doesn't mean I've never wondered what my life might have been like had I chosen a different profession, such as
Snail Games to show off Black Gold, Age of Wushu expansion at E3
Snail Games to show off Black Gold, Age of Wushu expansion at E3:
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, Events (Real-World), Expansions, New Titles, Free-to-Play, Age of Wushu, Steampunk Snail Games has a busy lineup in store for next
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, Events (Real-World), Expansions, New Titles, Free-to-Play, Age of Wushu, Steampunk Snail Games has a busy lineup in store for next
Amazon launches mobile game log-in service
Amazon launches mobile game log-in service:
Amazon today launched a new easy log-in service for iOS and Android games and apps, which it says developers can use to drive higher engagement and order
Amazon today launched a new easy log-in service for iOS and Android games and apps, which it says developers can use to drive higher engagement and order
StarLicker. They Named This Intriguing Game StarLicker
StarLicker. They Named This Intriguing Game StarLicker:
New York City-based independent developers Heartonomy are bringing a unique sort of multiplayer strategy game to iOS this summer, and for some odd reason
New York City-based independent developers Heartonomy are bringing a unique sort of multiplayer strategy game to iOS this summer, and for some odd reason
MMO Family: A look at Phineas and Ferb's Agent Alert
MMO Family: A look at Phineas and Ferb's Agent Alert:
Filed under: Opinion, Free-to-Play, First Impressions, Kids, MMO Family, Family It's hard to walk by a school or a playground without seeing the image of an aqua-
Filed under: Opinion, Free-to-Play, First Impressions, Kids, MMO Family, Family It's hard to walk by a school or a playground without seeing the image of an aqua-
A Mild-Mannered Reporter: Marvel Heroes' strengths and weakness
A Mild-Mannered Reporter: Marvel Heroes' strengths and weakness:
Filed under: Super-hero, Game Mechanics, Launches, Opinion, Free-to-Play, Massively Meta, Marvel Heroes, A Mild-Mannered Reporter Those of you who have followed
Filed under: Super-hero, Game Mechanics, Launches, Opinion, Free-to-Play, Massively Meta, Marvel Heroes, A Mild-Mannered Reporter Those of you who have followed
Seven Seas Saga Review
Seven Seas Saga Review:
Seven Seas Saga is a browser-based ship simulation and sea battle 3D MMORPG that revolves around the world of pirates and privateers. Set in Medieval Europe, this
Seven Seas Saga is a browser-based ship simulation and sea battle 3D MMORPG that revolves around the world of pirates and privateers. Set in Medieval Europe, this
Spacetime Studios celebrates 260 million play sessions with massive infographic
Spacetime Studios celebrates 260 million play sessions with massive infographic:
Filed under: Fantasy, Sci-Fi, News Items, Free-to-Play, Mobile Spacetime Studios, creator of mobile online titles Arcane Legends, Pocket Legends, and Star
Filed under: Fantasy, Sci-Fi, News Items, Free-to-Play, Mobile Spacetime Studios, creator of mobile online titles Arcane Legends, Pocket Legends, and Star
Tell Me More About Zombie Free Hug Girl, Dead Ahead
Tell Me More About Zombie Free Hug Girl, Dead Ahead:
Dead Ahead, released last week on iTunes, is awonderful litttle endless runner-style game in which a pleasantly pixelated protagonist escapes from hordes of
Dead Ahead, released last week on iTunes, is awonderful litttle endless runner-style game in which a pleasantly pixelated protagonist escapes from hordes of
Ultima Forever: Quest for the Avatar: Mobile Gaming Gets Serious
Ultima Forever: Quest for the Avatar: Mobile Gaming Gets Serious:
Last week marked an important moment for fans of both MMOs and the Ultima series with the very quiet launch of Ultima Forever: Quest for the Avatar in Canada. We've got a
Last week marked an important moment for fans of both MMOs and the Ultima series with the very quiet launch of Ultima Forever: Quest for the Avatar in Canada. We've got a
Wednesday, May 29, 2013
Perfect World suffers in the wait for new games
Perfect World suffers in the wait for new games:
Revenue, profits and players all down in Q1 as online firm concentrates on pipeline
Revenue, profits and players all down in Q1 as online firm concentrates on pipeline
Korean News and Beta Test Announcements
- Eyasoft community RPG “Luna Plus” starts OBT on May 30.
- Soft Bigbang signs Japan publishing contract with Gamepot for MOBA “Core Masters,” planned to be introduced in Japan in 2nd half of 2013.
- Mvert FPS “Peta City” holds last VIP test from June 5 to 6.
- Neowiz Games signs NA publishing contract with OnNet USA for fishing game “Cheongpungmyeongwol.”
- SG Internet rhythm action game “EZ2On” open official homepage, holds 1st test from June 13 to 16.
TOP ELEVEN SCORES WITH 11 MILLION MONTHLY ACTIVE USERS AS IT CELEBRATES THIRD ANNIVERSARY
TOP ELEVEN SCORES WITH 11 MILLION MONTHLY ACTIVE USERS AS IT CELEBRATES THIRD ANNIVERSARY:
Online sports game Top Eleven - Be A Football Manager, developed by social game studio Nordeus, celebrates its third anniversary with 11 million monthly active users, making it the most played online sports game in the world.
Online sports game Top Eleven - Be A Football Manager, developed by social game studio Nordeus, celebrates its third anniversary with 11 million monthly active users, making it the most played online sports game in the world.
Hyperspace Beacon: The SWTOR F2P experiment, closing chapter one
Hyperspace Beacon: The SWTOR F2P experiment, closing chapter one:
Filed under: Sci-Fi, Business Models, Opinion, Free-to-Play, Star Wars: The Old Republic, Hyperspace Beacon, MMORPG It's been a couple of weeks since I've
Filed under: Sci-Fi, Business Models, Opinion, Free-to-Play, Star Wars: The Old Republic, Hyperspace Beacon, MMORPG It's been a couple of weeks since I've
Party's almost over for GameStop's used games business
Party's almost over for GameStop's used games business:
Gamasutra analyst Matt Matthews examines exactly how resale changes with new video game consoles might impact GameStop's bottom line. ...
Gamasutra analyst Matt Matthews examines exactly how resale changes with new video game consoles might impact GameStop's bottom line. ...
EVE Online: Odyssey promises huge changes, dual character training
EVE Online: Odyssey promises huge changes, dual character training:
Filed under: Sci-Fi, EVE Online, Economy, Expansions, Game Mechanics, Interviews, Previews, News Items, Sandbox, Subscription, MMORPG It's time again for
Filed under: Sci-Fi, EVE Online, Economy, Expansions, Game Mechanics, Interviews, Previews, News Items, Sandbox, Subscription, MMORPG It's time again for
Diner Dash Review
Diner Dash Review:
Diner Dash is an Android app from PlayFirst. It is now available on Google Play for free and carries additional in-purchases. Diner Dash was originally released in 2003
Diner Dash is an Android app from PlayFirst. It is now available on Google Play for free and carries additional in-purchases. Diner Dash was originally released in 2003
Chaos Online open beta launching in Southeast Asia on May 29
Chaos Online open beta launching in Southeast Asia on May 29:
Free-to-play MOBA title will also have regional tournaments with monthly $10,000 prize pool. MOBA fans in Southeast Asia can now add Chaos Online on their list of
Free-to-play MOBA title will also have regional tournaments with monthly $10,000 prize pool. MOBA fans in Southeast Asia can now add Chaos Online on their list of
TUG hits its Kickstarter goal
TUG hits its Kickstarter goal:
Filed under: Fantasy, News Items, Sandbox, Crowdfunding Good news, friends! Or more specifically, friends who are also fans of TUG. The indie sandbox exploration game
Filed under: Fantasy, News Items, Sandbox, Crowdfunding Good news, friends! Or more specifically, friends who are also fans of TUG. The indie sandbox exploration game
Ironhide Game Studios' New Trailer for Kingdom Rush: Frontiers
Ironhide Game Studios' New Trailer for Kingdom Rush: Frontiers:
Kingdom Rush is currently a hugely popular tower defense game available on iOS and Android, which is by Ironhide Games Studio. Today, they have released a new trailer for
Kingdom Rush is currently a hugely popular tower defense game available on iOS and Android, which is by Ironhide Games Studio. Today, they have released a new trailer for
ArenaNet Previews GW2’s The Last Stand at Southsun | Ten Ton Hammer
ArenaNet Previews GW2’s The Last Stand at Southsun | Ten Ton Hammer:
GW2’s Last Stand at Southsun update goes live later today. Get an early look at what’s new after the jump.
GW2’s Last Stand at Southsun update goes live later today. Get an early look at what’s new after the jump.
GameStick: Smarter Than Smart TV
GameStick: Smarter Than Smart TV:
PlayJam CCO Charles Tigges demystifies the micro-console and describes its unique place in an increasingly crowded market
PlayJam CCO Charles Tigges demystifies the micro-console and describes its unique place in an increasingly crowded market
In-app purchase case study: What worked, what didn't
In-app purchase case study: What worked, what didn't:
How do you find out what players will really buy and why? Charles Cox's thought was to crunch the data. And while he got some unpleasant answers, his data is yours now,
How do you find out what players will really buy and why? Charles Cox's thought was to crunch the data. And while he got some unpleasant answers, his data is yours now,
Team Bondi vets form Intuitive Game Studios
Team Bondi vets form Intuitive Game Studios:
L.A. Noire design lead and storyboarder launch indie outfit in Sydney
L.A. Noire design lead and storyboarder launch indie outfit in Sydney
Xbox One games will be region-locked
Xbox One games will be region-locked:
Microsoft's next-gen console to keep games from one region from running on another region's hardware
Microsoft's next-gen console to keep games from one region from running on another region's hardware
HEX: The MMO is in the cards
HEX: The MMO is in the cards:
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, Business Models, Events (Real-World), Game Mechanics, Previews, PvP, Opinion, Free-to-Play, Trading Card Games, Dungeons,
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, Business Models, Events (Real-World), Game Mechanics, Previews, PvP, Opinion, Free-to-Play, Trading Card Games, Dungeons,
Massively's pre-E3 Elder Scrolls Online preview
Massively's pre-E3 Elder Scrolls Online preview:
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, Screenshots, Bugs, Game Mechanics, Interviews, Previews, PvE, Opinion, Hands-On, Events (Massively's Coverage), Crafting, The Elder
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, Screenshots, Bugs, Game Mechanics, Interviews, Previews, PvE, Opinion, Hands-On, Events (Massively's Coverage), Crafting, The Elder
Elder Scrolls Online: The Look & Feel of Daggerfall
Elder Scrolls Online: The Look & Feel of Daggerfall:
During a recent E3 preview event, we managed to spend tons of times in and around the Elder Scrolls Online location of Daggerfall, a place familiar to fans of the
During a recent E3 preview event, we managed to spend tons of times in and around the Elder Scrolls Online location of Daggerfall, a place familiar to fans of the
Imperium: Galactic War Review
Imperium: Galactic War Review:
It must be tough to be a Thanerian. When you look precisely like the subjects in C.M. Coolidge's kitschy paintings of dogs playing poker, it's perhaps inevitable that your
It must be tough to be a Thanerian. When you look precisely like the subjects in C.M. Coolidge's kitschy paintings of dogs playing poker, it's perhaps inevitable that your
Combo Crew Review
Combo Crew Review:
Combo Crew is something of a love letter to the beat 'em ups and brawlers of the late 80's and early 90's, as the influence of games such as Double Dragon, Final Fight,
Combo Crew is something of a love letter to the beat 'em ups and brawlers of the late 80's and early 90's, as the influence of games such as Double Dragon, Final Fight,
Personal Space Invaders: Designing for Shared-Tablet Multiplayer
Personal Space Invaders: Designing for Shared-Tablet Multiplayer:
Creator of Slamjet Stadium Alistair Aitcheson details his design philosophy - embrace the fun and chaos of forced human interaction
Creator of Slamjet Stadium Alistair Aitcheson details his design philosophy - embrace the fun and chaos of forced human interaction
Final Fantasy Tactics S Looks Nifty, But Looks Can Be Deceiving
Final Fantasy Tactics S Looks Nifty, But Looks Can Be Deceiving:
The design. The music. The turn-based RPG action. This trailer tells us that Tactics S has got everything its big (ie. non-mobile) brothers do, and social features. Then
The design. The music. The turn-based RPG action. This trailer tells us that Tactics S has got everything its big (ie. non-mobile) brothers do, and social features. Then
Blizzard reassigns staff, starts over on Titan
Blizzard reassigns staff, starts over on Titan:
Blizzard's latest MMO isn't expected until 2016
Blizzard's latest MMO isn't expected until 2016
Funcom Q1 sales and restructuring keep studio moving forward
Funcom Q1 sales and restructuring keep studio moving forward:
Filed under: Fantasy, Horror, Sci-Fi, Age of Conan, Anarchy Online, MMO Industry, Free-to-Play, The Secret World, Legal, Subscription, Buy-to-Play If it's not the best
Filed under: Fantasy, Horror, Sci-Fi, Age of Conan, Anarchy Online, MMO Industry, Free-to-Play, The Secret World, Legal, Subscription, Buy-to-Play If it's not the best
General: HEX: Exploring the World of Entrath
General: HEX: Exploring the World of Entrath:
Cryptozoic announced less than two weeks ago that it would be developing HEX, a new trading card game, and that they would be starting a KickStarter campaign. Fast
Cryptozoic announced less than two weeks ago that it would be developing HEX, a new trading card game, and that they would be starting a KickStarter campaign. Fast
The state of Android in 2013: Developers speak out
The state of Android in 2013: Developers speak out:
Despite its ever-increasing install base, the platform lagged behind iOS. How is it now? Developers big and small -- GREE, Spry Fox, Animoca, The Game Bakers -- share
Despite its ever-increasing install base, the platform lagged behind iOS. How is it now? Developers big and small -- GREE, Spry Fox, Animoca, The Game Bakers -- share
Baldur's Gate 2: Enhanced Edition has over 350k words of new content
Baldur's Gate 2: Enhanced Edition has over 350k words of new content:
Developer says over 350,000 words of content have been added to updated version of 2000 original, but game still has no firm release date. The upcoming
Developer says over 350,000 words of content have been added to updated version of 2000 original, but game still has no firm release date. The upcoming
Being an effective producer
Being an effective producer:
Teams that don't have producers still have people doing production, argues Hansoft's Samuel Ranta-Eskola. In this post he breaks down the essential traits of an
Teams that don't have producers still have people doing production, argues Hansoft's Samuel Ranta-Eskola. In this post he breaks down the essential traits of an
Gazillion finds 'serious issues' with Marvel Heroes, delays early access launch
Gazillion finds 'serious issues' with Marvel Heroes, delays early access launch:
Filed under: Betas, Super-hero, Bugs, Launches, MMO Industry, New Titles, News Items, Free-to-Play, Marvel Heroes Those of you with Marvel Heroes Founder's Packs
Filed under: Betas, Super-hero, Bugs, Launches, MMO Industry, New Titles, News Items, Free-to-Play, Marvel Heroes Those of you with Marvel Heroes Founder's Packs
Mechanist launches City of Steam's patch 1.2: The Vault Unsealed
Mechanist launches City of Steam's patch 1.2: The Vault Unsealed:
Filed under: Patches, PvP, News Items, Free-to-Play, Browser, Races, City of Steam, Steampunk Tomorrow (or tonight, depending on your point of view) is patch
Filed under: Patches, PvP, News Items, Free-to-Play, Browser, Races, City of Steam, Steampunk Tomorrow (or tonight, depending on your point of view) is patch
Tuesday, May 28, 2013
Licensed games: A better way to acquire users?
Licensed games: A better way to acquire users?:
Getting new users into your game is getting more and more difficult. While licensed games have a bad rap, established brands are an effective lure. But what does that do
Getting new users into your game is getting more and more difficult. While licensed games have a bad rap, established brands are an effective lure. But what does that do
Kritika Introduces New PvE Arena
Kritika Introduces New PvE Arena:
Arriving in the Korean server on 30th May, Kritika will see a new PvE arena mode, where players can battle against new humanoid bosses. Continue reading Kritika
Arriving in the Korean server on 30th May, Kritika will see a new PvE arena mode, where players can battle against new humanoid bosses. Continue reading Kritika
Korean News and Beta Test Announcements
- N Dolphin Soft AOS MMORPG “Eclipse War” holds pre-OBT from May 29 to June 3.
- Weaver Interactive web MMORPG “Bloody Mare Requiem Returns” holds one-day CBT on May 28.
Card Hunter closed beta hands on: Classic D&D filtered through a card game, and it’s amazing
Card Hunter closed beta hands on: Classic D&D filtered through a card game, and it’s amazing:
Most video games allow you to become your character, to step into the armor of a warrior and pick up a sword. Card Hunter goes to great pains to take an extra step back into abstraction. You’re a normal person playing a classic role-playing game with other normal people, the game's characters talk to you as a person, controlling these miniatures. There may be pizza ordered between battles. The rules are explained by a nebbish dungeon master who also provides flavor text for each encounter.
Most video games allow you to become your character, to step into the armor of a warrior and pick up a sword. Card Hunter goes to great pains to take an extra step back into abstraction. You’re a normal person playing a classic role-playing game with other normal people, the game's characters talk to you as a person, controlling these miniatures. There may be pizza ordered between battles. The rules are explained by a nebbish dungeon master who also provides flavor text for each encounter.
Dragons and Titans Review
Dragons and Titans Review:
Solitary grumps like Smaug notwithstanding, dragons are team players. If they weren't, there's no way they'd let you and four other players ride them in Dragons
Solitary grumps like Smaug notwithstanding, dragons are team players. If they weren't, there's no way they'd let you and four other players ride them in Dragons
Minecraft maker's next game enters open beta June 3
Minecraft maker's next game enters open beta June 3:
Scrolls, the next big project from Mojang (the studio that lords over all things Minecraft), has a release date and a trailer. Pull on your boots and get ready to hit the battlefield on
Scrolls, the next big project from Mojang (the studio that lords over all things Minecraft), has a release date and a trailer. Pull on your boots and get ready to hit the battlefield on
Tetris Blitz Review
Tetris Blitz Review:
A Tetris reboot on touchscreen devices from Electronic Arts should by all accounts be a mess of awkward controls and microtransactions. Tetris Blitz retains little of
A Tetris reboot on touchscreen devices from Electronic Arts should by all accounts be a mess of awkward controls and microtransactions. Tetris Blitz retains little of
Now This Is How You Do A Mobile Beat-Em Up
Now This Is How You Do A Mobile Beat-Em Up:
No d-pad. No buttons to mash. No virtual controls whatsoever. Frantic finger-swipes are the order of the day in Combo Crew, an homage to the ancient arcade beat-em ups
No d-pad. No buttons to mash. No virtual controls whatsoever. Frantic finger-swipes are the order of the day in Combo Crew, an homage to the ancient arcade beat-em ups
Solara Review
Solara Review:
We reviewers love our labels, but some games just won't cooperate and wear them. Solara is one of those non-conformists, since it has sim, strategy and fantasy RPG
We reviewers love our labels, but some games just won't cooperate and wear them. Solara is one of those non-conformists, since it has sim, strategy and fantasy RPG
Quell Memento Review
Quell Memento Review:
Beautiful, surprising, challenging, and subtle, Quell Memento runs the player through a gauntlet of puzzles that range from elementary to devilish, but it's the
Beautiful, surprising, challenging, and subtle, Quell Memento runs the player through a gauntlet of puzzles that range from elementary to devilish, but it's the
Dragon Sword First Look into the New Open-world Action Combat Game
Dragon Sword First Look into the New Open-world Action Combat Game:
Dragon Sword is the Chinese open-world action combat game developed by NetEase, the game is currently in its Alpha phase in China. Different from other games mainly
Dragon Sword is the Chinese open-world action combat game developed by NetEase, the game is currently in its Alpha phase in China. Different from other games mainly
Age of Wushu says 'I do!' to marriage, ultimate scrolls
Age of Wushu says 'I do!' to marriage, ultimate scrolls:
Filed under: Fantasy, Patches, PvP, Free-to-Play, Sandbox, Age of Wushu If you haven't had enough to do in Age of Wushu yet, then you are one easily bored cookie. But never
Filed under: Fantasy, Patches, PvP, Free-to-Play, Sandbox, Age of Wushu If you haven't had enough to do in Age of Wushu yet, then you are one easily bored cookie. But never
5 quick tips for app store optimization
5 quick tips for app store optimization:
Getting your game noticed in app stores is a huge challenge and the bane of many developers. But these quick tips can boost your chances of finding an audience. ...
Getting your game noticed in app stores is a huge challenge and the bane of many developers. But these quick tips can boost your chances of finding an audience. ...
Vanguard Update Gives Old Targonor an Upgrade | Ten Ton Hammer
Vanguard Update Gives Old Targonor an Upgrade | Ten Ton Hammer:
Vanguard’s latest update makes some significant changes to Old Targonor with updates to boss encounters and a new 24-player raid.
Vanguard’s latest update makes some significant changes to Old Targonor with updates to boss encounters and a new 24-player raid.
Not So Massively: Diablo III stats, LoL All-Stars tournament, and new MOBAs
Not So Massively: Diablo III stats, LoL All-Stars tournament, and new MOBAs:
Filed under: Betas, Sci-Fi, Trailers, Video, Game Mechanics, MMO Industry, New Titles, Patches, PvP, News Items, PvE, Free-to-Play, Browser, Casual, Dev Diaries, Not So Massively, Sandbox, MOBA, League
Filed under: Betas, Sci-Fi, Trailers, Video, Game Mechanics, MMO Industry, New Titles, Patches, PvP, News Items, PvE, Free-to-Play, Browser, Casual, Dev Diaries, Not So Massively, Sandbox, MOBA, League
Monday, May 27, 2013
Social Casino: The Infographic
Social Casino: The Infographic:
The social casino segment has been a massive mover in the digital games space, and shows little sign of slowing down in the worldwide market. Indeed, projections through 2015 show some spectacular growth, especially in Asia. Because social casino represents such a unique genre, understanding the market and demographics is crucial. In conjunction with the Social Casino Gaming Summit, SuperData recently released an infographic with title-level revenues, market sizing and projections, and demographics of social casino players. Ahead of the Summit’s Las Vegas conference in June, the infographic offers a quantitative overview of this evolving area.
The social casino segment has been a massive mover in the digital games space, and shows little sign of slowing down in the worldwide market. Indeed, projections through 2015 show some spectacular growth, especially in Asia. Because social casino represents such a unique genre, understanding the market and demographics is crucial. In conjunction with the Social Casino Gaming Summit, SuperData recently released an infographic with title-level revenues, market sizing and projections, and demographics of social casino players. Ahead of the Summit’s Las Vegas conference in June, the infographic offers a quantitative overview of this evolving area.
Korean News and Beta Test Announcements
- Gametrics PC café time usage: “League of Legends” on the top with 32.6% usage, “Dungeon Striker” records 70,000 CCUs with 3.78% time usage.
- We Dragon 3D hybrid webgame “Puzzle Samgukji” holds premium user test from May 27 to 30.
Renaissance Heroes Review
Renaissance Heroes Review:
Renaissance Heroes presents a vision of a world where the bulk of Leonardo da Vinci's unfinished inventions didn't fade away into obscurity for centuries, but rather found their way into the hands of steroid-powered Spanish knights and assassins disguised as harem girls. Humorously enough, its paper-thin narrative drive also rests on the recovery of a world-changing project that the Tuscan master never finished. (Indeed, it supposedly killed him.) And so, in the bloodthirsty spirit of the Italian Renaissance, the harem girls and the knights riddle each other with bullets and bash each other's head in with clubs in this team-based multiplayer shooter, all in the hopes of being the first to retrieve the blueprints for the lost project. If it weren't for several regrettable design decisions, Renaissance Heroes could have evoked the joy of no-frills first-person shooter arena games in the vein of Quake and Unreal Tournament.
Renaissance Heroes presents a vision of a world where the bulk of Leonardo da Vinci's unfinished inventions didn't fade away into obscurity for centuries, but rather found their way into the hands of steroid-powered Spanish knights and assassins disguised as harem girls. Humorously enough, its paper-thin narrative drive also rests on the recovery of a world-changing project that the Tuscan master never finished. (Indeed, it supposedly killed him.) And so, in the bloodthirsty spirit of the Italian Renaissance, the harem girls and the knights riddle each other with bullets and bash each other's head in with clubs in this team-based multiplayer shooter, all in the hopes of being the first to retrieve the blueprints for the lost project. If it weren't for several regrettable design decisions, Renaissance Heroes could have evoked the joy of no-frills first-person shooter arena games in the vein of Quake and Unreal Tournament.
Atlas Raider review
Atlas Raider review:
CrayonPixel rolled out their freshman title on Facebook, Atlas Raider. Though the player introduction is sparse, the storyline is that your father has gone missing on a treasure
CrayonPixel rolled out their freshman title on Facebook, Atlas Raider. Though the player introduction is sparse, the storyline is that your father has gone missing on a treasure
RIFT removes currency-boosting effects for raids
RIFT removes currency-boosting effects for raids:
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, Free-to-Play, RIFT Trion Worlds Lead Game Designer Bill Fisher has announced that RIFT won't be allowing raiders to use item store tokens to
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, Free-to-Play, RIFT Trion Worlds Lead Game Designer Bill Fisher has announced that RIFT won't be allowing raiders to use item store tokens to
Car Town gets Fast Furious update
Car Town gets Fast Furious update:
Too fast, too Facebook! In celebration of the recent theatrical release of Fast & Furious 6, the hugely popular automotive Facebook game Car Town by Cie Games will be
Too fast, too Facebook! In celebration of the recent theatrical release of Fast & Furious 6, the hugely popular automotive Facebook game Car Town by Cie Games will be
Chinese News and Beta Test Announcements
- Project Black Sheep – Preview for new action online game from Neowiz, game is scheduled for 1st test in Q1 2014, game also plans to go mobile.
- Dragon Nest – Web version of action game scheduled for launch this year called Dragon Nest: Labyrinth.
Defiance is the MMO equivalent of a popcorn movie
Defiance is the MMO equivalent of a popcorn movie:
Filed under: Sci-Fi, Galleries, Video, Business Models, Game Mechanics, PvE, Opinion, Hands-On, First Impressions, Post-Apocalyptic, Defiance, Buy-to-Play
Filed under: Sci-Fi, Galleries, Video, Business Models, Game Mechanics, PvE, Opinion, Hands-On, First Impressions, Post-Apocalyptic, Defiance, Buy-to-Play
Dragon Nest Browser Game Scheduled for Launch Later This Year
Dragon Nest Browser Game Scheduled for Launch Later This Year:
At yesterday's financial call of Shanda Games, the CEO Xiangdong Zhang has announced that the web version of Dragon Nest will launch later this year. Developed
At yesterday's financial call of Shanda Games, the CEO Xiangdong Zhang has announced that the web version of Dragon Nest will launch later this year. Developed
Kings and Legends: Late May Release Announced
Kings and Legends: Late May Release Announced:
GameFuse has announced that its upcoming trading card game, Kings and Legends Global, will be hitting retail release in the very near future. The team has
GameFuse has announced that its upcoming trading card game, Kings and Legends Global, will be hitting retail release in the very near future. The team has
Scarlet Blade's First Content Update
Scarlet Blade's First Content Update:
Wow it's happened! Scarlet Blade has gotten it's very first content update finally! Continue reading Scarlet Blade's First Content Update.
Wow it's happened! Scarlet Blade has gotten it's very first content update finally! Continue reading Scarlet Blade's First Content Update.
Pirate101 sets sail for Marleybone
Pirate101 sets sail for Marleybone:
Filed under: Fantasy, Patches, News Items, Free-to-Play, Kids, Family, Pirate101 One of the bonuses of having Pirate101 set in the same world as Wizard101 is that the former
Filed under: Fantasy, Patches, News Items, Free-to-Play, Kids, Family, Pirate101 One of the bonuses of having Pirate101 set in the same world as Wizard101 is that the former
For Unity, lowering the barriers on mobile is good business
For Unity, lowering the barriers on mobile is good business:
There's a chance you missed the news that Unity's basic mobile licenses went free earlier this week. Unity CEO David Helgason explains how his company can
There's a chance you missed the news that Unity's basic mobile licenses went free earlier this week. Unity CEO David Helgason explains how his company can
MMObility: Why a tablet version of RuneScape is so important
MMObility: Why a tablet version of RuneScape is so important:
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, Screenshots, RuneScape, Free-to-Play, Browser, Casual, Dev Diaries, MMObility, Sandbox If you have heard the news about RuneScape 3, you fall
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, Screenshots, RuneScape, Free-to-Play, Browser, Casual, Dev Diaries, MMObility, Sandbox If you have heard the news about RuneScape 3, you fall
Lots of new content coming to SWTOR this summer
Lots of new content coming to SWTOR this summer:
Filed under: Sci-Fi, Game Mechanics, MMO Industry, Patches, News Items, Free-to-Play, Star Wars: The Old Republic, Dungeons Star Wars: The Old Republic senior
Filed under: Sci-Fi, Game Mechanics, MMO Industry, Patches, News Items, Free-to-Play, Star Wars: The Old Republic, Dungeons Star Wars: The Old Republic senior
Finally, A Collectible Character Game With Real Action
Finally, A Collectible Character Game With Real Action:
The mobile collectible card genre has exploded over the past year, with players shelling out big bucks for virtual cards with statistics assigned to them. Players for
The mobile collectible card genre has exploded over the past year, with players shelling out big bucks for virtual cards with statistics assigned to them. Players for
Godsrule: War of Mortals Review
Godsrule: War of Mortals Review:
Gamezebo Rating: Longtime readers of this site may know I have a problem with the current explosion of social strategy games. By the time you've played your twentieth
Gamezebo Rating: Longtime readers of this site may know I have a problem with the current explosion of social strategy games. By the time you've played your twentieth
A Lifetime Of Memories In Puzzle Game Form
A Lifetime Of Memories In Puzzle Game Form:
When the explosions fade and the last echoes of gunfire die, as the bruises and broken bones from the roundhouse kicks and dazzling special attacks slowly heal,
When the explosions fade and the last echoes of gunfire die, as the bruises and broken bones from the roundhouse kicks and dazzling special attacks slowly heal,
Neverwinter: Beta Diary #4
Neverwinter: Beta Diary #4:
In our final beta diary, we take a look at Neverwinter's Crown Jewel, The Foundry. In addition, we examine the Catursday nightmare and offer a few random "etcetera"
In our final beta diary, we take a look at Neverwinter's Crown Jewel, The Foundry. In addition, we examine the Catursday nightmare and offer a few random "etcetera"
Betawatch: May 18 - 24, 2013
Betawatch: May 18 - 24, 2013:
Filed under: Betas, MMO Industry, News Items, Betawatch, Miscellaneous This has been quite the week if you're interested in hearing about what's going on behind the
Filed under: Betas, MMO Industry, News Items, Betawatch, Miscellaneous This has been quite the week if you're interested in hearing about what's going on behind the
The Folks Behind DMC And Enslaved Are Making a Mobile Game
The Folks Behind DMC And Enslaved Are Making a Mobile Game:
I love Ninja Theory. Not only was it my favorite elective in college, they make some pretty wonderful action adventure titles, filled with expressive characters, quirky humor
I love Ninja Theory. Not only was it my favorite elective in college, they make some pretty wonderful action adventure titles, filled with expressive characters, quirky humor
Friday, May 24, 2013
Player progression: Understanding how players get through your game
Player progression: Understanding how players get through your game:
This detailed breakdown explores the dichotomy of how players move through games -- through learning how to play, or by powering up -- and what that means for your
This detailed breakdown explores the dichotomy of how players move through games -- through learning how to play, or by powering up -- and what that means for your
Joyhubs Announces A New Naval MMORPG: Seven Seas Saga
Joyhubs Announces A New Naval MMORPG: Seven Seas Saga:
JOYHUBs continues its parade of high quality browser games with the open beta release of Seven Seas Saga, an MMORPG that allows players to fight on the bloody
JOYHUBs continues its parade of high quality browser games with the open beta release of Seven Seas Saga, an MMORPG that allows players to fight on the bloody
It Takes Skill to Be the King
It Takes Skill to Be the King:
Recent DFC reports have looked in depth at the size of the mobile and social game markets. These include The Market for Browser and Social Network Games and The Global Market for Games and Entertainment Applications on Smartphones and Tablets. These emerging markets have seen plenty of investment but established players have generally struggled to find success in these areas. A notable exception is U.K. basaed King, a company that has been around since 2003. It is important to understand that King comes from a very specific background that plays into much of the attraction around mobile and social games, the ability to compete and interact with other users. For many years, King has been a leader in skill games, an area where users often put real world money at stake. King has used its expertise in skill games to find broader success on social and mobile platforms.
Recent DFC reports have looked in depth at the size of the mobile and social game markets. These include The Market for Browser and Social Network Games and The Global Market for Games and Entertainment Applications on Smartphones and Tablets. These emerging markets have seen plenty of investment but established players have generally struggled to find success in these areas. A notable exception is U.K. basaed King, a company that has been around since 2003. It is important to understand that King comes from a very specific background that plays into much of the attraction around mobile and social games, the ability to compete and interact with other users. For many years, King has been a leader in skill games, an area where users often put real world money at stake. King has used its expertise in skill games to find broader success on social and mobile platforms.
Chinese News and Beta Test Announcements
- Holy King – Perfect World invites you to swallow the world in new game.
- Master of Meteor Blades – New martial arts online game with a twist from Kong Zhong.
Korean News and Beta Test Announcements
- Neowiz Games MORPG “Project Black Sheep” revealed for the first time, 1st CBT planned for 1Q 2014.
- Eyasoft RPG “Dungeon Hero” holds 24-hour guerilla test on May 24.
- N. Dolphin Soft AOS MMORPG “Eclipse War Online” releases play video, holds pre-OBT on May 29.
- Actoz Soft MMORPG “TIR Online” starts formal service on May 30.
- Mgame “Knight Online” enters Vietnam commercial service via Asiasoft group-managed game portal DZO Game.
- Weaver Interactive action RPG “Bloody Mare” holds CBT on May 28.
Newzoo Announces New Report: Global Games Market to Grow 6% to $70.4bn in 2013
Newzoo Announces New Report: Global Games Market to Grow 6% to $70.4bn in 2013:
According to Newzoo’s 2013 Global Games Market Report, game revenues will grow to $70.4 billion worldwide this year, representing a 6% year-on-year increase. The number of gamers is expected to surpass 1.2 billion by the end of the year. Regional growth in game spending is highest in Latin America and the Asia-Pacific region: 11%. North America and Europe will show very modest growth. The market for smartphone and tablet games will grow 35% to $12.3bn, easily outpacing any other segment. In terms of game spending per screen, the PC grosses the largest share with 39% or $27.6bn.
According to Newzoo’s 2013 Global Games Market Report, game revenues will grow to $70.4 billion worldwide this year, representing a 6% year-on-year increase. The number of gamers is expected to surpass 1.2 billion by the end of the year. Regional growth in game spending is highest in Latin America and the Asia-Pacific region: 11%. North America and Europe will show very modest growth. The market for smartphone and tablet games will grow 35% to $12.3bn, easily outpacing any other segment. In terms of game spending per screen, the PC grosses the largest share with 39% or $27.6bn.
GameStop brushes aside concerns about Xbox One and used games
GameStop brushes aside concerns about Xbox One and used games:
Following the earnings call, we analyze the year ahead for GameStop as controversy over Xbox One and used games heats up
Following the earnings call, we analyze the year ahead for GameStop as controversy over Xbox One and used games heats up
Microsoft: New console generation can grow market by 30%
Microsoft: New console generation can grow market by 30%:
Support for Xbox 360 will continue for "multiple years" says Lewis
Support for Xbox 360 will continue for "multiple years" says Lewis
Eldevin: New Features & Content Arrive for CBT 2
Eldevin: New Features & Content Arrive for CBT 2:
Hunted Cow has released the patch notes for the second round of closed beta testing for Eldevin. The team is planning to roll out new content and features for testers to try
Hunted Cow has released the patch notes for the second round of closed beta testing for Eldevin. The team is planning to roll out new content and features for testers to try
Black Sheep Online gameplay detailed in new vids
Black Sheep Online gameplay detailed in new vids:
Filed under: Fantasy, Game Mechanics, MMO Industry, New Titles, News Items Neowiz is probably best known to western MMO fans as the publisher behind BLESS,
Filed under: Fantasy, Game Mechanics, MMO Industry, New Titles, News Items Neowiz is probably best known to western MMO fans as the publisher behind BLESS,
Champions' Forum Malvanum alert now live
Champions' Forum Malvanum alert now live:
Filed under: Super-hero, Game Mechanics, MMO Industry, Patches, News Items, PvE, Free-to-Play, Champions Online, Dungeons Have you ever wanted to battle for galactic
Filed under: Super-hero, Game Mechanics, MMO Industry, Patches, News Items, PvE, Free-to-Play, Champions Online, Dungeons Have you ever wanted to battle for galactic
Dragon's Prophet Closed Beta Gameplay Video Review
Dragon's Prophet Closed Beta Gameplay Video Review:
Dragon's Prophet will kick off open beta at the end of the month, for those who haven't tried out the game, the Italian guild has made four CBT phase2 (EU) gameplay
Dragon's Prophet will kick off open beta at the end of the month, for those who haven't tried out the game, the Italian guild has made four CBT phase2 (EU) gameplay
Ultima Forever: Quest for the Avatar launches on Canadian App Store
Ultima Forever: Quest for the Avatar launches on Canadian App Store:
Every day is a great day to live in Canada, but today is an especially great day to live in Canada, because Ultima Forever: Quest for the Avatar, the latest installment in the
Every day is a great day to live in Canada, but today is an especially great day to live in Canada, because Ultima Forever: Quest for the Avatar, the latest installment in the
FIFA 14 release date announced
FIFA 14 release date announced:
FIFA 14 coming to Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, and PC on September 27. Xbox One and PlayStation 4 versions will arrive later in 2013. FIFA 14 will be released in Europe
FIFA 14 coming to Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, and PC on September 27. Xbox One and PlayStation 4 versions will arrive later in 2013. FIFA 14 will be released in Europe
This Is Angry Tetris Sex
This Is Angry Tetris Sex:
Sometimes you want to go slow with your tetronimo stacking. Plan it out. Set aside an hour or two, light some candles, put on some inspiring classical Russian music
Sometimes you want to go slow with your tetronimo stacking. Plan it out. Set aside an hour or two, light some candles, put on some inspiring classical Russian music
Valve Has Crowdsourced Banning Cheaters In Counter-Strike
Valve Has Crowdsourced Banning Cheaters In Counter-Strike:
You might want to think twice before cheating in front of, if not being a jerk to fellow Counter-Strike: Global Offensive players now. For all you know, they might be
You might want to think twice before cheating in front of, if not being a jerk to fellow Counter-Strike: Global Offensive players now. For all you know, they might be
Square Enix of America CEO departs
Square Enix of America CEO departs:
Headed to retailer Amazon, but on good terms
Headed to retailer Amazon, but on good terms
DeNA and Hasbro announce two new games based on G.I. JOE and Dungeons Dragons
DeNA and Hasbro announce two new games based on G.I. JOE and Dungeons Dragons:
When TRANSFORMERS: LEGENDS, the addictive card battling take on the successful franchise was released earlier this year, it was clear that developer DeNA
When TRANSFORMERS: LEGENDS, the addictive card battling take on the successful franchise was released earlier this year, it was clear that developer DeNA
GameStop sales slide 6.8%
GameStop sales slide 6.8%:
Retailer blames late stage of console cycle for shortfall, sees 30% dip in new hardware sales
Retailer blames late stage of console cycle for shortfall, sees 30% dip in new hardware sales
Yahoo acquires PlayerScale
Yahoo acquires PlayerScale:
Yahoo looks to build new gaming experiences with PlayerScale's service
Yahoo looks to build new gaming experiences with PlayerScale's service
Here's how much 'whales' spent so far this year
Here's how much 'whales' spent so far this year:
The top 1 percent of people spending money on in-app purchases in mobile and web games account for around 33 percent of total spending, according to a new report.
The top 1 percent of people spending money on in-app purchases in mobile and web games account for around 33 percent of total spending, according to a new report.
General: Dawngate Beta Key Giveaway at RTSGuru.com!
General: Dawngate Beta Key Giveaway at RTSGuru.com!:
RTSGuru.com has been given a 1500-use beta key for the upcoming MOBA Dawngate, whose closed beta begins this weekend. Head to RTSGuru.com and grab one, quick!
RTSGuru.com has been given a 1500-use beta key for the upcoming MOBA Dawngate, whose closed beta begins this weekend. Head to RTSGuru.com and grab one, quick!
Ace Attorney Trilogy HD mobile release bumps up to next week
Ace Attorney Trilogy HD mobile release bumps up to next week:
Capcom announced today that Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney Trilogy HD for iOS is releasing much sooner than expected —...
Capcom announced today that Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney Trilogy HD for iOS is releasing much sooner than expected —...
Unity announces support for open-source platform Tizen
Unity announces support for open-source platform Tizen:
On the heels of YoYo Games' announcement that it would be bringing GameMaker to Tizen, Unity Technologies has announced it, too, is developing a
On the heels of YoYo Games' announcement that it would be bringing GameMaker to Tizen, Unity Technologies has announced it, too, is developing a
Indie Sarbakan snapped up by Adrenaline Amusements
Indie Sarbakan snapped up by Adrenaline Amusements:
Canadian developer will help company enter mobile gaming market
Canadian developer will help company enter mobile gaming market
MapleStory Releases Monster Life Mini-Game
MapleStory Releases Monster Life Mini-Game:
Nexon America's MMORPG MapleStory has just added a brand-new mini-game, Monster Life, offering alternate gameplay to players. Continue reading MapleStory
Nexon America's MMORPG MapleStory has just added a brand-new mini-game, Monster Life, offering alternate gameplay to players. Continue reading MapleStory
British mobile outfit Ustwo launches dedicated games studio
British mobile outfit Ustwo launches dedicated games studio:
British mobile app developer Ustwo, best known for Whale Trail, has launched a dedicated games studio headed up by a handful of notable industry figures. ...
British mobile app developer Ustwo, best known for Whale Trail, has launched a dedicated games studio headed up by a handful of notable industry figures. ...
Ecol Tactics Online: Browser Candy
Ecol Tactics Online: Browser Candy:
Ecol Browser is what we call an "in between game" for many reasons. We have played Ecol Tactics quite a bit recently and have some thoughts to share about how it fits in
Ecol Browser is what we call an "in between game" for many reasons. We have played Ecol Tactics quite a bit recently and have some thoughts to share about how it fits in
WildStar: Payment Model is a 'Hybrid' Model
WildStar: Payment Model is a 'Hybrid' Model:
In a new video interview with Jeremy Gaffney, he reveals that the WildStar payment model is not "unknown" and that it is a "hybrid model". You can check it out for
In a new video interview with Jeremy Gaffney, he reveals that the WildStar payment model is not "unknown" and that it is a "hybrid model". You can check it out for
Neverwinter: First State of the Game Letter Published
Neverwinter: First State of the Game Letter Published:
Andy Velasquez has published the first Neverwinter State of the Game letter on the official site. In the lengthy note, Velasquez talks about things the team has worked on
Andy Velasquez has published the first Neverwinter State of the Game letter on the official site. In the lengthy note, Velasquez talks about things the team has worked on
Neverwinter Days: The great economic collapse of 2013
Neverwinter Days: The great economic collapse of 2013:
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, Bugs, Economy, Opinion, Free-to-Play, Neverwinter, Neverwinter Days So funny story: In planning out in advance what I
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, Bugs, Economy, Opinion, Free-to-Play, Neverwinter, Neverwinter Days So funny story: In planning out in advance what I
Final Fantasy XIV's relaunch set for August 27th
Final Fantasy XIV's relaunch set for August 27th:
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, Trailers, Video, News Items, Final Fantasy XIV Square Enix has announced today that Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn is set for release on
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, Trailers, Video, News Items, Final Fantasy XIV Square Enix has announced today that Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn is set for release on
Hyper Breaker Turbo Review
Hyper Breaker Turbo Review:
Gamezebo Rating: Hyper Breaker Turbo is one of the most exciting brick-breaking arcade games out there. Actually, that sentence sounds a bit bland. This game
Gamezebo Rating: Hyper Breaker Turbo is one of the most exciting brick-breaking arcade games out there. Actually, that sentence sounds a bit bland. This game
Best Park In the Universe - Regular Show Review
Best Park In the Universe - Regular Show Review:
Gamezebo Rating: It often seems like Cartoon Network’s Regular Show can do no wrong. Whether it’s in the episodes themselves, the spin-off mobile
Gamezebo Rating: It often seems like Cartoon Network’s Regular Show can do no wrong. Whether it’s in the episodes themselves, the spin-off mobile
Greedy Grub Review
Greedy Grub Review:
Gamezebo Rating: You’ve heard of the Very Hungry Caterpillar, but have you ever met Greedy Grub? Both insects are capable of eating half the world for their personal
Gamezebo Rating: You’ve heard of the Very Hungry Caterpillar, but have you ever met Greedy Grub? Both insects are capable of eating half the world for their personal
Jawfish Poker review
Jawfish Poker review:
Jawfish Poker is an iOS release from Jawfish Games. It’s available now as a free download from the App Store and carries additional in-app purchases. There are a
Jawfish Poker is an iOS release from Jawfish Games. It’s available now as a free download from the App Store and carries additional in-app purchases. There are a
Play Defiance for Free on This Weekend | Ten Ton Hammer
Play Defiance for Free on This Weekend | Ten Ton Hammer:
Join Defiance this weekend for a show marathon and rerun Episode Missions with a free trial from Steam.
Join Defiance this weekend for a show marathon and rerun Episode Missions with a free trial from Steam.
Ragnarok Online 2 releases in Europe
Ragnarok Online 2 releases in Europe:
Filed under: Fantasy, Launches, Free-to-Play, Promotions Ragnarok Online 2: Legend of the Second has been given the keys to Europe, as Gravity Europe
Filed under: Fantasy, Launches, Free-to-Play, Promotions Ragnarok Online 2: Legend of the Second has been given the keys to Europe, as Gravity Europe
Thursday, May 23, 2013
Chinese News and Beta Test Announcements
- King of Combat – Tencent announces collaboration with The King of Fighters.
- Bounty Hounds OL launches in NA and EU this month.
- TinyKeep – New dungeon crawler now seeking funds on Kickstarter.
- Icarus Online by Wemade is in CBT1 in Korea.
- Project Z – Perfect World teases its first action online game.
- War of Emperium arrives on RO2 Korea on May 15.
- Lineage: The Second Moon – First of many NCsoft mobile games to come.
Xbox One: Building a console with the "right amount of Microsoft" thrown in
Xbox One: Building a console with the "right amount of Microsoft" thrown in:
Xbox product planning boss Albert Penello tells us all about the evolution of Xbox, and how MS wasn't even thinking about Xbox One until late 2010
Xbox product planning boss Albert Penello tells us all about the evolution of Xbox, and how MS wasn't even thinking about Xbox One until late 2010
Hartsman: 'The traditional AAA style of development and distribution' is broken
Hartsman: 'The traditional AAA style of development and distribution' is broken:
Filed under: Business Models, Culture, Interviews, MMO Industry, News Items, Opinion A few days ago we reported on RIFT's impending free-to-play conversion,
Filed under: Business Models, Culture, Interviews, MMO Industry, News Items, Opinion A few days ago we reported on RIFT's impending free-to-play conversion,
Kings and Legends Global melds the TCG with the MMO
Kings and Legends Global melds the TCG with the MMO:
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, Trailers, Video, New Titles, Free-to-Play, Trading Card Games Watch out: It's an unholy fusion of addictive trading card games with addictive
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, Trailers, Video, New Titles, Free-to-Play, Trading Card Games Watch out: It's an unholy fusion of addictive trading card games with addictive
Dungeons & Dragons Online: Update 18 and the Shadowfell Conspiracy
Dungeons & Dragons Online: Update 18 and the Shadowfell Conspiracy:
Turbine recently invited us to check out some of the new content in Update 18: Disciples of Shadow and the upcoming Shadowfell Conspiracy expansion. Learn
Turbine recently invited us to check out some of the new content in Update 18: Disciples of Shadow and the upcoming Shadowfell Conspiracy expansion. Learn
Guns of Icarus Adventure Mode Successfully Kickstarted | Ten Ton Hammer
Guns of Icarus Adventure Mode Successfully Kickstarted | Ten Ton Hammer:
Muse Games will be expanding Guns of Icarus Online with a new Adventure Mode following a successful Kickstarter campaign.
Muse Games will be expanding Guns of Icarus Online with a new Adventure Mode following a successful Kickstarter campaign.
New iOS Games Tonight: Hyper Breaker Turbo, Zombie Fish Tank and more!
New iOS Games Tonight: Hyper Breaker Turbo, Zombie Fish Tank and more!:
I don’t know about you, but I tend to like a nice dose of action with my weekly helping of new mobile games. And judging from the look of tonight’s new iOS releases, mobile
I don’t know about you, but I tend to like a nice dose of action with my weekly helping of new mobile games. And judging from the look of tonight’s new iOS releases, mobile
Free-to-play Fantasy MMORPG Blade 9 Launches on June 3
Free-to-play Fantasy MMORPG Blade 9 Launches on June 3:
Set in a fantasy world, Blade 9 Online brings you into a brand new 3D action space with stunning PvP and PvE experience. The free to play title not only features rich storyline,
Set in a fantasy world, Blade 9 Online brings you into a brand new 3D action space with stunning PvP and PvE experience. The free to play title not only features rich storyline,
The problem with investors and game developers
The problem with investors and game developers:
Charles Huang couldn't get investors interested in RedOctane when Guitar Hero was about to blow up. Has the success of Supercell or Puzzle & Dragons changed
Charles Huang couldn't get investors interested in RedOctane when Guitar Hero was about to blow up. Has the success of Supercell or Puzzle & Dragons changed
Eclipse War (KR) to Begin Open Beta on May 29
Eclipse War (KR) to Begin Open Beta on May 29:
Featured for its transform system, the Korean 3D MMORPG Eclipse War Online will enter open beta on May 29. Developed by Dolphin Soft, Eclipse War Online is an
Featured for its transform system, the Korean 3D MMORPG Eclipse War Online will enter open beta on May 29. Developed by Dolphin Soft, Eclipse War Online is an
Vindictus EU shows off next episode of Season 2 with video, screenshots
Vindictus EU shows off next episode of Season 2 with video, screenshots:
Filed under: Fantasy, Galleries, Trailers, Video, Patches, News Items, Free-to-Play, Vindictus, Dungeons Vindictus fans in Europe don't have long to wait for the
Filed under: Fantasy, Galleries, Trailers, Video, Patches, News Items, Free-to-Play, Vindictus, Dungeons Vindictus fans in Europe don't have long to wait for the
Guild Wars 2: 'Consistent Steady Growth'
Guild Wars 2: 'Consistent Steady Growth':
With today's announcement that ArenaNet would be dropping the price of Guild Wars 2, lots of players have expressed interesting in knowing some of the reasons behind that
With today's announcement that ArenaNet would be dropping the price of Guild Wars 2, lots of players have expressed interesting in knowing some of the reasons behind that
Mobile March of the Penguins: Chris Heatherly on Club Penguin's first mobile migration
Mobile March of the Penguins: Chris Heatherly on Club Penguin's first mobile migration:
As the head man in charge of Club Penguin, Disney Interactive Worlds Vice President and General Manager Chris Heatherly has a problem many people would love to have.
As the head man in charge of Club Penguin, Disney Interactive Worlds Vice President and General Manager Chris Heatherly has a problem many people would love to have.
MapleStory: Monster Life Coming May 22nd
MapleStory: Monster Life Coming May 22nd:
Nexon has teamed up with MMORPG.com to bring our MapleStory fans the first news about a big content upgrade coming to the game on Wednesday, May 22, 2013. Called
Nexon has teamed up with MMORPG.com to bring our MapleStory fans the first news about a big content upgrade coming to the game on Wednesday, May 22, 2013. Called
Order & Chaos Duels (iOS/Android) review
Order & Chaos Duels (iOS/Android) review:
Order & Chaos Duels is a new iOS and Android game from Gameloft. It’s available now as a free download from the App Store and Google Play, and carries additional in-
Order & Chaos Duels is a new iOS and Android game from Gameloft. It’s available now as a free download from the App Store and Google Play, and carries additional in-
Happy Cloud gets new CEO, raises $4.25 million
Happy Cloud gets new CEO, raises $4.25 million:
Online portal appoints Tamir Buchler as chief exec ahead of consumer launch
Online portal appoints Tamir Buchler as chief exec ahead of consumer launch
Age of Conan announces 5th anniversary event, new membership perks
Age of Conan announces 5th anniversary event, new membership perks:
Filed under: Fantasy, Age of Conan, Events (In-Game), News Items, Free-to-Play, Anniversaries Just because it's a tough and gritty world in Age of Conan doesn't mean
Filed under: Fantasy, Age of Conan, Events (In-Game), News Items, Free-to-Play, Anniversaries Just because it's a tough and gritty world in Age of Conan doesn't mean
Tencent - China Tech Giant Now More Valuable Than Facebook and Samsung
Tencent - China Tech Giant Now More Valuable Than Facebook and Samsung:
According to the latest report by BrandZ, Tencent Holdings saw a rise in value of over 50% since last year, standing at 21st place in the 2013 list of most valuable global
According to the latest report by BrandZ, Tencent Holdings saw a rise in value of over 50% since last year, standing at 21st place in the 2013 list of most valuable global
World of Warcraft: v5.3 'Escalation' Hits Servers
World of Warcraft: v5.3 'Escalation' Hits Servers:
World of Warcraft players can update their game clients to the latest v5.3 version. Called 'Escalation', the new patch brings new scenarios, a new battleground and
World of Warcraft players can update their game clients to the latest v5.3 version. Called 'Escalation', the new patch brings new scenarios, a new battleground and
Mobile market has stalled, says Capcom
Mobile market has stalled, says Capcom:
Publisher says business hurt by diversification of devices, waning popularity of some genres
Publisher says business hurt by diversification of devices, waning popularity of some genres
Wednesday, May 22, 2013
Postmortem: Roblox Mobile
Postmortem: Roblox Mobile:
The popular Lego-like kids' virtual world needed a great mobile app and needed it fast -- and this feature-length post covers what went right and wrong in its four-month
The popular Lego-like kids' virtual world needed a great mobile app and needed it fast -- and this feature-length post covers what went right and wrong in its four-month
Korean News and Beta Test Announcements
- N.Dolphin Soft MMORPG “Eclipse War Online” holds pre-OBT on May 29.
- Mvert FPS “Peta City” starts 2nd CBT on May 21.
- ENP Games web RPG “Monghwan Jiseong” records 72% re-login of CBT participants during the formal service.
- Cykan Entertainment “Lime Odyssey” holds final test from May 22 to 26.
- Perfect World web game “Samguk Fantasy” holds 1st CBT from May 30 to June 2.
- Logiworks MMORPG “Kingz Online” holds FGT from May 30 to June 2.
After an awful start, Xbox One must redeem itself at E3
After an awful start, Xbox One must redeem itself at E3:
Microsoft's confused, boring reveal event angered the core audience and worried business commentators. E3 will be a chance to set things right
Microsoft's confused, boring reveal event angered the core audience and worried business commentators. E3 will be a chance to set things right
Dragon Bane Elite Review
Dragon Bane Elite Review :
I’ve been mucking about with Dragon Bane for a while now; slaying undead, battling dragons, forging powerful new gear, and so on. In all that time I still haven’t managed to figure out how I feel about it. There are some interesting ideas here and a surprising amount of unique elements. Conversely it also uses a very bizarre freemium model that dilutes the fun a bit. It’s complicated.
I’ve been mucking about with Dragon Bane for a while now; slaying undead, battling dragons, forging powerful new gear, and so on. In all that time I still haven’t managed to figure out how I feel about it. There are some interesting ideas here and a surprising amount of unique elements. Conversely it also uses a very bizarre freemium model that dilutes the fun a bit. It’s complicated.
GameStop president: Microsoft and Sony see 'value' in used games
GameStop president: Microsoft and Sony see 'value' in used games:
A hot topic that has caused many much confusion after today’s Xbox One unveil was that of used games. According to a...
A hot topic that has caused many much confusion after today’s Xbox One unveil was that of used games. According to a...
Marmalade SDK now supports Google Play game services
Marmalade SDK now supports Google Play game services:
The Marmalade cross-platform development tools now support the newly-unveiled Google Play game services for Android games. ...
The Marmalade cross-platform development tools now support the newly-unveiled Google Play game services for Android games. ...
How marketing and press affect an iPad game's sales
How marketing and press affect an iPad game's sales:
The debate continues: what effect does press and marketing have on an indie game's sales? Fingle developer Adriaan de Jongh adds some data with this in-depth
The debate continues: what effect does press and marketing have on an indie game's sales? Fingle developer Adriaan de Jongh adds some data with this in-depth
Hyperspace Beacon: Does SWTOR's F2P work?
Hyperspace Beacon: Does SWTOR's F2P work?:
Filed under: Sci-Fi, Business Models, Economy, Opinion, Free-to-Play, Ask Massively, Star Wars: The Old Republic, Hyperspace Beacon Those of us who have
Filed under: Sci-Fi, Business Models, Economy, Opinion, Free-to-Play, Ask Massively, Star Wars: The Old Republic, Hyperspace Beacon Those of us who have
RIFT Reveals New Loyalty System | Ten Ton Hammer
RIFT Reveals New Loyalty System | Ten Ton Hammer:
RIFT’s Bill Fisher offers a peek at the new rewards system that will go live with the conversion to free-to-play next month.
RIFT’s Bill Fisher offers a peek at the new rewards system that will go live with the conversion to free-to-play next month.
SOE Celebrates 10 Years of PlanetSide Warfare | Ten Ton Hammer
SOE Celebrates 10 Years of PlanetSide Warfare | Ten Ton Hammer:
It’s been 10 years since PlanetSide launched and ignited the war for Auraxis and SOE has a surprise for veteran players to celebrate.
It’s been 10 years since PlanetSide launched and ignited the war for Auraxis and SOE has a surprise for veteran players to celebrate.
MechWarrior Online introduces new map in which players can die painfully
MechWarrior Online introduces new map in which players can die painfully:
Filed under: Sci-Fi, Video, Patches, News Items, War, Free-to-Play, MechWarrior Online MechWarrior Online's newest map, the Canyon Network, is riddled with slot
Filed under: Sci-Fi, Video, Patches, News Items, War, Free-to-Play, MechWarrior Online MechWarrior Online's newest map, the Canyon Network, is riddled with slot
A Mutant Crop Of Plants Vs. Zombies Blooms On Facebook
A Mutant Crop Of Plants Vs. Zombies Blooms On Facebook:
While fans of the war between plant life and human undeath wait anxiously for July's Plants Vs. Zombies 2, the eternal battle has spilled over into Plants Vs. Zombies
While fans of the war between plant life and human undeath wait anxiously for July's Plants Vs. Zombies 2, the eternal battle has spilled over into Plants Vs. Zombies
HEX Shatters Kickstarter Goal with 17 Days to Go | Ten Ton Hammer
HEX Shatters Kickstarter Goal with 17 Days to Go | Ten Ton Hammer:
Cryptozoic’s Kickstarter campaign shatters its goal for its HEX TCG MMO by three fold with over two weeks to go.
Cryptozoic’s Kickstarter campaign shatters its goal for its HEX TCG MMO by three fold with over two weeks to go.
World of Tanks Revamps Artillery in 8.6 Update | Ten Ton Hammer
World of Tanks Revamps Artillery in 8.6 Update | Ten Ton Hammer:
World of Tanks gets a new Korea-based map, new tanks, balance changes, and a revamp to artillery with Update 8.6.
World of Tanks gets a new Korea-based map, new tanks, balance changes, and a revamp to artillery with Update 8.6.
Massively surveys WildStar's Scientist and Settler paths, the Esper class, and the crazy things Jeremy Gaffney says
Massively surveys WildStar's Scientist and Settler paths, the Esper class, and the crazy things Jeremy Gaffney says:
Filed under: Betas, Sci-Fi, Screenshots, Video, Classes, Economy, Game Mechanics, Interviews, Previews, PvP, Endgame, PvE, Opinion, Events
Filed under: Betas, Sci-Fi, Screenshots, Video, Classes, Economy, Game Mechanics, Interviews, Previews, PvP, Endgame, PvE, Opinion, Events
Star Trek Online Legacy of Romulus launch-day roundup
Star Trek Online Legacy of Romulus launch-day roundup:
Filed under: Sci-Fi, Expansions, Launches, News Items, Star Trek Online, Free-to-Play, Races With today's launch of Star Trek Online's first expansion, Legacy of
Filed under: Sci-Fi, Expansions, Launches, News Items, Star Trek Online, Free-to-Play, Races With today's launch of Star Trek Online's first expansion, Legacy of
Neverwinter team offers token of peace for beta mess
Neverwinter team offers token of peace for beta mess:
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, MMO Industry, Free-to-Play, Neverwinter So Perfect World Entertainment and Cryptic Studios figure that Neverwinter players may not exactly be
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, MMO Industry, Free-to-Play, Neverwinter So Perfect World Entertainment and Cryptic Studios figure that Neverwinter players may not exactly be
ArcheAge KR Server Turns F2P, CN Server Kicks off CBT 1
ArcheAge KR Server Turns F2P, CN Server Kicks off CBT 1:
With Blade & Soul's free-to-play charging mode in China, XLGAMES gives us an exciting rumour that its latest MMORPG title ArcheAge will convert to free-to-play mode
With Blade & Soul's free-to-play charging mode in China, XLGAMES gives us an exciting rumour that its latest MMORPG title ArcheAge will convert to free-to-play mode
WolfKnights Online debuts from Kim Hakkyu
WolfKnights Online debuts from Kim Hakkyu:
Filed under: Fantasy, Galleries, Screenshots, New Titles Kim Hakkyu, former developer of such MMOs as Ragnarok Online and Granado Espada,
Filed under: Fantasy, Galleries, Screenshots, New Titles Kim Hakkyu, former developer of such MMOs as Ragnarok Online and Granado Espada,
Guild Wars 2 developers share APIs, hopes for the future
Guild Wars 2 developers share APIs, hopes for the future:
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, Business Models, Culture, News Items, Guild Wars 2, Buy-to-Play This morning, ArenaNet dropped the price point of Guild Wars 2 by
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, Business Models, Culture, News Items, Guild Wars 2, Buy-to-Play This morning, ArenaNet dropped the price point of Guild Wars 2 by
Guild Wars 2: ArenaNet Reveals New Game Pricing
Guild Wars 2: ArenaNet Reveals New Game Pricing:
ArenaNet has announced that pricing for Guild Wars 2 will permanently be reduced in order to bring new players into the aggressively updated game at
ArenaNet has announced that pricing for Guild Wars 2 will permanently be reduced in order to bring new players into the aggressively updated game at
World of Warcraft patch 5.3 goes live today
World of Warcraft patch 5.3 goes live today:
Filed under: World of Warcraft, Fantasy, Patches, Endgame, News Items Another World of Warcraft patch day has come upon us. Patch 5.3, Escalation, is hitting the
Filed under: World of Warcraft, Fantasy, Patches, Endgame, News Items Another World of Warcraft patch day has come upon us. Patch 5.3, Escalation, is hitting the
Massively's Dragon's Prophet first impressions
Massively's Dragon's Prophet first impressions:
Filed under: Fantasy, Classes, Game Mechanics, MMO Industry, New Titles, Previews, News Items, PvE, Opinion, Free-to-Play, Hands-On, First Impressions,
Filed under: Fantasy, Classes, Game Mechanics, MMO Industry, New Titles, Previews, News Items, PvE, Opinion, Free-to-Play, Hands-On, First Impressions,
Dragon’s Prophet Heads to Open Beta May 30th | Ten Ton Hammer
Dragon’s Prophet Heads to Open Beta May 30th | Ten Ton Hammer:
Grab a dragon and get ready to take to the skies as SOE launches Dragon’s Prophet into open beta later this month.
Grab a dragon and get ready to take to the skies as SOE launches Dragon’s Prophet into open beta later this month.
Battlefield 4 Xbox One version and October release date confirmed
Battlefield 4 Xbox One version and October release date confirmed:
DICE also says that Battlefield 4 multiplayer will be shown at E3 2013. Battlefield 4 will be released on October 29, EA and DICE have confirmed. EA also confirmed that the
DICE also says that Battlefield 4 multiplayer will be shown at E3 2013. Battlefield 4 will be released on October 29, EA and DICE have confirmed. EA also confirmed that the
Halo getting live-action TV series
Halo getting live-action TV series:
Microsoft enlists Steven Spielberg to help bring shooter series to small-screen
Microsoft enlists Steven Spielberg to help bring shooter series to small-screen
That Xbox One Reveal Sure Was A Disaster, Huh?
That Xbox One Reveal Sure Was A Disaster, Huh?:
Well, I bet this isn't how Microsoft thought its big day would end.Read more...
Well, I bet this isn't how Microsoft thought its big day would end.Read more...
Xbox One: Inside The Belly of a Trojan Horse
Xbox One: Inside The Belly of a Trojan Horse:
Jeremy Parish sees a long-term plan finally coming to fruition on the Redmond campus, but will gamers buy into this vision?
Jeremy Parish sees a long-term plan finally coming to fruition on the Redmond campus, but will gamers buy into this vision?
Xbox One designers talk shop about the console's architecture
Xbox One designers talk shop about the console's architecture:
In an Xbox One recap panel, Larry "Major Nelson" Hryb and a collection of tech specialists expanded on the hardware and software capabilities for the upcoming
In an Xbox One recap panel, Larry "Major Nelson" Hryb and a collection of tech specialists expanded on the hardware and software capabilities for the upcoming
Opinion: Xbox One is a desperate prayer to stop time
Opinion: Xbox One is a desperate prayer to stop time:
Microsoft used words like "groundbreaking," "innovative" and "immersive" countless times as it unveiled the Xbox One, but Leigh Alexander argues that all we saw a
Microsoft used words like "groundbreaking," "innovative" and "immersive" countless times as it unveiled the Xbox One, but Leigh Alexander argues that all we saw a
Xbox One: Microsoft "biting off more than it can chew"
Xbox One: Microsoft "biting off more than it can chew":
We talk to analysts about the new Xbox unveiling; David Cole fears Microsoft is "screwing up" its advantage but Pachter likes what he sees
We talk to analysts about the new Xbox unveiling; David Cole fears Microsoft is "screwing up" its advantage but Pachter likes what he sees
Xbox One: Everything We Know
Xbox One: Everything We Know:
The next Xbox is called Xbox One. It'll be out later this year. It won't be always-online, but it will restrict used games. Oh, and the next Call of Duty has a dog.Read more...
The next Xbox is called Xbox One. It'll be out later this year. It won't be always-online, but it will restrict used games. Oh, and the next Call of Duty has a dog.Read more...
Sonic the Hedgehog Review
Sonic the Hedgehog Review:
Gamezebo Rating: More than just a mere update, SEGA's new release of Sonic the Hedgehog rebuilds the Genesis classic from the ground up to not only run on
Gamezebo Rating: More than just a mere update, SEGA's new release of Sonic the Hedgehog rebuilds the Genesis classic from the ground up to not only run on
Gravity Guy 2 Review
Gravity Guy 2 Review:
Gamezebo Rating: Throughout the course of gaming history, sequels have typically followed one of two conventions. Some are iterative, by building upon what came before
Gamezebo Rating: Throughout the course of gaming history, sequels have typically followed one of two conventions. Some are iterative, by building upon what came before
Nikko RC Racer Review
Nikko RC Racer Review:
Gamezebo Rating: It’s actually a pretty ingenious idea to develop a video game that can be cross-promoted with actual, physical products. Just look at the success/cash cow
Gamezebo Rating: It’s actually a pretty ingenious idea to develop a video game that can be cross-promoted with actual, physical products. Just look at the success/cash cow
Fast and Furious 6: The Game review
Fast and Furious 6: The Game review:
Fast and Furious 6: The Game is an iOS and Android game from Kabam. It is available now for free in the App Store, and coming soon to Google Play. It carries
Fast and Furious 6: The Game is an iOS and Android game from Kabam. It is available now for free in the App Store, and coming soon to Google Play. It carries
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
iOS and Android Unity licenses are now free
iOS and Android Unity licenses are now free:
Unity CEO David Helgason today revealed that the basic mobile licenses for the Unity game engine are now free, allowing developers to build games in Unity for no charge. ...
Unity CEO David Helgason today revealed that the basic mobile licenses for the Unity game engine are now free, allowing developers to build games in Unity for no charge. ...
A.MMO Coming: Black Gold (CN) Kicks Off Closed Beta on May 30
A.MMO Coming: Black Gold (CN) Kicks Off Closed Beta on May 30:
A new era is about to come! The steam punk style A.MMO masterpiece Black Gold will kick off its CN closed beta test on May 30, the test lasts fifteen days and the beta
A new era is about to come! The steam punk style A.MMO masterpiece Black Gold will kick off its CN closed beta test on May 30, the test lasts fifteen days and the beta
Practical ways to deal with problematic player behavior
Practical ways to deal with problematic player behavior:
Bad player behavior can ruin games -- but controlling it is a tremendous challenge. This in-depth article explores three avenues to shape it: engineering, education, and
Bad player behavior can ruin games -- but controlling it is a tremendous challenge. This in-depth article explores three avenues to shape it: engineering, education, and
Radian Games: Fair doesn't work with free-to-play
Radian Games: Fair doesn't work with free-to-play:
Bombcats' struggle exposes flaws in the freemium model
Bombcats' struggle exposes flaws in the freemium model
Korean News and Beta Test Announcements
- Eyasoft RPG “Luna Plus” enters open beta service on May 30.
- We Dragon full 3D web game “Puzzle Samgukji” holds premium user test on May 27, official service on June 3.
Dark District Preview
Dark District Preview:
Spoiler alert: the future sucks. World governments have crumbled, and humanity itself was on the verge of extinction until a monumental discovery snatched us from the brink. Now, new forms of energy allow us to live in tightly-packed cities, but the scarcity of resources and the breakdown of law and order have made people pretty grabby. Dark District for iOS is a clan building/strategy game that’s all about protecting what’s yours—and taking what belongs to your neighbor.
Spoiler alert: the future sucks. World governments have crumbled, and humanity itself was on the verge of extinction until a monumental discovery snatched us from the brink. Now, new forms of energy allow us to live in tightly-packed cities, but the scarcity of resources and the breakdown of law and order have made people pretty grabby. Dark District for iOS is a clan building/strategy game that’s all about protecting what’s yours—and taking what belongs to your neighbor.
Brush Master Preview
Brush Master Preview :
Do you remember that old Mario Party mini-game where you and your friends would have to compete to see who could cover a blank piece of paper with the most paint in 60 seconds? Now imagine an entire game based around that simple, but wildly fun premise. Then ask yourself why nobody thought of this idea sooner.
Do you remember that old Mario Party mini-game where you and your friends would have to compete to see who could cover a blank piece of paper with the most paint in 60 seconds? Now imagine an entire game based around that simple, but wildly fun premise. Then ask yourself why nobody thought of this idea sooner.
FISHAO Preview
FISHAO Preview :
I’ve never really been a fan of fishing. I tried going a few times before with my dad, but it was always really hot and sticky outside, and I could never manage to catch anything bigger than my finger. You can’t really even talk to anyone while you’re fishing either, for fear of scaring all the fish away. Now virtual fishing, on the other hand, is definitely more my speed: where I can cast my line from the comfort of my couch and with the air conditioning on full blast as I wait for something to bite. And that’s why I’m so excited about FISHAO, which looks to bring the core concepts of fishing to the social gaming scene.
I’ve never really been a fan of fishing. I tried going a few times before with my dad, but it was always really hot and sticky outside, and I could never manage to catch anything bigger than my finger. You can’t really even talk to anyone while you’re fishing either, for fear of scaring all the fish away. Now virtual fishing, on the other hand, is definitely more my speed: where I can cast my line from the comfort of my couch and with the air conditioning on full blast as I wait for something to bite. And that’s why I’m so excited about FISHAO, which looks to bring the core concepts of fishing to the social gaming scene.
Dragons of Atlantis: Heirs of the Dragon Preview
Dragons of Atlantis: Heirs of the Dragon Preview:
Usually when you’re ready to release a new mobile game, you do the 21st-century equivalent of shouting it from the rooftops. Some people do prefer a stealthier approach though, which is why we virtually stumbled across Dragons of Atlantis: Heirs of the Dragon on the Canadian App Store. It’s a spin-off from the Dragons of Atlantis online game, and it’s getting ready to spread its wings and fly to iOS devices worldwide.
Usually when you’re ready to release a new mobile game, you do the 21st-century equivalent of shouting it from the rooftops. Some people do prefer a stealthier approach though, which is why we virtually stumbled across Dragons of Atlantis: Heirs of the Dragon on the Canadian App Store. It’s a spin-off from the Dragons of Atlantis online game, and it’s getting ready to spread its wings and fly to iOS devices worldwide.
Bridging the Gap: The Pitfalls of Cross-Media Interaction in Trion World's Defiance
Bridging the Gap: The Pitfalls of Cross-Media Interaction in Trion World's Defiance:
Defiance is an MMORPG/shooter hybrid game from Trion Worlds. It sounds fairly run-of-the-mill when you describe it that way, but it’s actually got a whole lot more
Defiance is an MMORPG/shooter hybrid game from Trion Worlds. It sounds fairly run-of-the-mill when you describe it that way, but it’s actually got a whole lot more
These New Console Launches Are Bumming Me Out
These New Console Launches Are Bumming Me Out:
From the time the Wii U was first unveiled right through to today, the eve of the new Xbox's unveiling, I've found myself feeling something very strange.Read more...
From the time the Wii U was first unveiled right through to today, the eve of the new Xbox's unveiling, I've found myself feeling something very strange.Read more...
Full Control: Happy Accidents And Harsh Realities
Full Control: Happy Accidents And Harsh Realities:
Thomas Lund details Space Hulk's charmed inception and Jagged Alliance's troublesome Kickstarter
Thomas Lund details Space Hulk's charmed inception and Jagged Alliance's troublesome Kickstarter
What the Next PlayStation and Xbox Need to Get Right
What the Next PlayStation and Xbox Need to Get Right:
Skittles or Steak? I hate to admit it, but I like both. For me, it is not a choice. Nothing quite works like a steak for dinner. But, when I go to the movies, and I want to
Skittles or Steak? I hate to admit it, but I like both. For me, it is not a choice. Nothing quite works like a steak for dinner. But, when I go to the movies, and I want to
The GDC Play experience through an exhibitor's eyes
The GDC Play experience through an exhibitor's eyes:
As a first-time GDC Play exhibitor and a starving indie, it was a tough decision for James Liu to go to GDC to promote Nameless: The Hackers. He shares the
As a first-time GDC Play exhibitor and a starving indie, it was a tough decision for James Liu to go to GDC to promote Nameless: The Hackers. He shares the
Former GTA Producer: Why I'll Never Work On Violent Games Again
Former GTA Producer: Why I'll Never Work On Violent Games Again:
Jeremy Pope details his personal story and how he couldn't feel good telling people he worked on "that game"
Jeremy Pope details his personal story and how he couldn't feel good telling people he worked on "that game"
DeNA to release Molyneux's GODUS
DeNA to release Molyneux's GODUS:
The successful Kickstarter-backed game's mobile versions will be distributed worldwide; Molyneux also tells us he fears consoles are "becoming a hobby"
The successful Kickstarter-backed game's mobile versions will be distributed worldwide; Molyneux also tells us he fears consoles are "becoming a hobby"
Deus Ex Machina 2 hits Kickstarter with Christopher Lee's involvement
Deus Ex Machina 2 hits Kickstarter with Christopher Lee's involvement:
A campaign for Deus Ex Machina 2 — not to be confused with Deus Ex — has popped up on crowdfunding site...
A campaign for Deus Ex Machina 2 — not to be confused with Deus Ex — has popped up on crowdfunding site...
7 design lessons from Letterpress
7 design lessons from Letterpress:
Brandon Sheffield draws design lessons from the simple beauty of Atebit's turn-based word game Letterpress in a reprint from the May issue of Game Developer
Brandon Sheffield draws design lessons from the simple beauty of Atebit's turn-based word game Letterpress in a reprint from the May issue of Game Developer
Market's ready for new consoles, but old-gen surprisingly viable
Market's ready for new consoles, but old-gen surprisingly viable:
Sales of aging game console hardware in the U.S. are healthier than you might think, while at the same time, we're seeing signals that the market is ready for new
Sales of aging game console hardware in the U.S. are healthier than you might think, while at the same time, we're seeing signals that the market is ready for new
Cloud Imperium unveils Star Citizen hangar module
Cloud Imperium unveils Star Citizen hangar module:
Filed under: Sci-Fi, Game Mechanics, MMO Industry, New Titles, News Items, PvE, Sandbox, Star Citizen, Buy-to-Play Cloud Imperium has taken the wraps off Star
Filed under: Sci-Fi, Game Mechanics, MMO Industry, New Titles, News Items, PvE, Sandbox, Star Citizen, Buy-to-Play Cloud Imperium has taken the wraps off Star
What can Big Data do for games?
What can Big Data do for games?:
You can gather tremendous amounts of data these days -- but what can game developers do with it? University professor Dana Ruggiero explains. ...
You can gather tremendous amounts of data these days -- but what can game developers do with it? University professor Dana Ruggiero explains. ...
Not So Massively: Cash MOBA tournaments, Diablo III's birthday, and Star Citizen's new website
Not So Massively: Cash MOBA tournaments, Diablo III's birthday, and Star Citizen's new website:
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, Sci-Fi, Video, Business Models, Culture, Events (In-Game), Game Mechanics, Patches, PvP, News Items, PvE, Free-to-Play, Casual, Dev
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, Sci-Fi, Video, Business Models, Culture, Events (In-Game), Game Mechanics, Patches, PvP, News Items, PvE, Free-to-Play, Casual, Dev
EVE Mobile is coming according to Jon Lander
EVE Mobile is coming according to Jon Lander:
Filed under: Sci-Fi, EVE Online, New Titles, Previews, News Items, Mobile, Sandbox, Subscription If you've ever been involved in a discussion about EVE Online, you've heard
Filed under: Sci-Fi, EVE Online, New Titles, Previews, News Items, Mobile, Sandbox, Subscription If you've ever been involved in a discussion about EVE Online, you've heard
PlanetSide 1 appears to be going free-to-play... eventually
PlanetSide 1 appears to be going free-to-play... eventually:
Filed under: Sci-Fi, PlanetSide, Business Models, News Items, Free-to-Play, MMOFPS, PlanetSide 2, Anniversaries In a series of tweets earlier this evening, SOE's
Filed under: Sci-Fi, PlanetSide, Business Models, News Items, Free-to-Play, MMOFPS, PlanetSide 2, Anniversaries In a series of tweets earlier this evening, SOE's
Maplestory RED - Coming This Summer
Maplestory RED - Coming This Summer:
MapleStory has surpassed eight years of service in North America, and Nexon revealed that the game will be getting a massive summer update, named as RED. It
MapleStory has surpassed eight years of service in North America, and Nexon revealed that the game will be getting a massive summer update, named as RED. It
DOTA 2 Breaks Steam Gaming Record
DOTA 2 Breaks Steam Gaming Record:
Over the weekend, Valve's DOTA 2 broke the record for most concurrent gamers playing on Steam. It surpassed the previous record set by...Valve's DOTA 2.Read more...
Over the weekend, Valve's DOTA 2 broke the record for most concurrent gamers playing on Steam. It surpassed the previous record set by...Valve's DOTA 2.Read more...
EA's New MOBA Dawngate Unveils First Gameplay Video
EA's New MOBA Dawngate Unveils First Gameplay Video:
Last week we reported EA's new fantasy MOBA title Dawngate, and now the exclusive first look video has been revealed. Waystone Game developers got the chance
Last week we reported EA's new fantasy MOBA title Dawngate, and now the exclusive first look video has been revealed. Waystone Game developers got the chance
I Want To Love This Game So Much, But I Can't
I Want To Love This Game So Much, But I Can't:
"Hold me," This Is Not A Ball Game begs me with her adorable French accent, tears running down her cheeks. Whimsical music plays against a backdrop of cardboard circus
"Hold me," This Is Not A Ball Game begs me with her adorable French accent, tears running down her cheeks. Whimsical music plays against a backdrop of cardboard circus
Revisit Syberia on iOS before the new game releases
Revisit Syberia on iOS before the new game releases:
The must-play point-and-click adventure game Syberia is coming to the App Store, which is a great excuse to explore the...
The must-play point-and-click adventure game Syberia is coming to the App Store, which is a great excuse to explore the...
Google Play in-app purchases up 700%
Google Play in-app purchases up 700%:
Market trending free-to-play as last year has seen players spend eight times as much from within programs
Market trending free-to-play as last year has seen players spend eight times as much from within programs
ArenaNet Reveals New Details for GW2: Last Stand at Southsun | Ten Ton Hammer
ArenaNet Reveals New Details for GW2: Last Stand at Southsun | Ten Ton Hammer:
Guild Wars 2’s next update launches next week. Find out what new content is in the patch after the jump.
Guild Wars 2’s next update launches next week. Find out what new content is in the patch after the jump.
Neverwinter beta exploit leads to server rollback
Neverwinter beta exploit leads to server rollback:
Following a devastating currency exploit affecting Neverwinter's in-game economy over the weekend, the MMO's developers elected to roll back its servers. ...
Following a devastating currency exploit affecting Neverwinter's in-game economy over the weekend, the MMO's developers elected to roll back its servers. ...
Sonic the Hedgehog review
Sonic the Hedgehog review:
Sonic the Hedgehog is an iOS and Android game by Sega. It’s available now on the App Store and Google Play for $2.99 and carries no additional in-app purchases. Sega’s
Sonic the Hedgehog is an iOS and Android game by Sega. It’s available now on the App Store and Google Play for $2.99 and carries no additional in-app purchases. Sega’s
Jacob Jones and the Bigfoot Mystery : Episode 1 Review
Jacob Jones and the Bigfoot Mystery : Episode 1 Review:
Gamezebo Rating: I think that life around camp just got a whole lot more hairy! Jacob Jones and the Bigfoot Mystery borrows from the narrative-puzzle style of gameplay that’s
Gamezebo Rating: I think that life around camp just got a whole lot more hairy! Jacob Jones and the Bigfoot Mystery borrows from the narrative-puzzle style of gameplay that’s
Turbo Racing League Review
Turbo Racing League Review:
Gamezebo Rating: Turbo Racing League, based on the upcoming film Turbo, looks to rewrite the definition of “a snail’s pace.” Based entirely around surprisingly quick
Gamezebo Rating: Turbo Racing League, based on the upcoming film Turbo, looks to rewrite the definition of “a snail’s pace.” Based entirely around surprisingly quick
Solitaire Tales Review
Solitaire Tales Review:
Gamezebo Rating: Following the success of games like Fairway Solitaire and Solitaire Blitz, the pyramid genre of solitaire games has regained a ton of popularity, as the
Gamezebo Rating: Following the success of games like Fairway Solitaire and Solitaire Blitz, the pyramid genre of solitaire games has regained a ton of popularity, as the
Plants vs. Zombies Adventures Review
Plants vs. Zombies Adventures Review:
Gamezebo Rating: There are very few video games out there that have managed to reach such a loved and dedicated fan following as PopCap’s Plants vs. Zombies.
Gamezebo Rating: There are very few video games out there that have managed to reach such a loved and dedicated fan following as PopCap’s Plants vs. Zombies.
Star Trek Rivals Review
Star Trek Rivals Review:
Gamezebo Rating: The Star Trek film reboots have successfully brought classic The Original Series back into mainstream popularity. Updated Kirk, Spock, and McCoy
Gamezebo Rating: The Star Trek film reboots have successfully brought classic The Original Series back into mainstream popularity. Updated Kirk, Spock, and McCoy
Monday, May 20, 2013
Android and iOS Combine for 92.3% of All Smartphone Operating System Shipments in the First Quarter While Windows Phone Leapfrogs BlackBerry, According to IDC
Android and iOS Combine for 92.3% of All Smartphone Operating System Shipments in the First Quarter While Windows Phone Leapfrogs BlackBerry, According to IDC :
Android and iOS, the number one and number two ranked smartphone operating systems (OS) worldwide, combined for 92.3% of all smartphone shipments during the first quarter of 2013 (1Q13) as Windows Phone crept past BlackBerry for 3rd place. According to the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker, Android smartphone vendors and Apple shipped a total of 199.5 million units worldwide during 1Q13, up 59.1% from the 125.4 million units shipped during 1Q12.
Android and iOS, the number one and number two ranked smartphone operating systems (OS) worldwide, combined for 92.3% of all smartphone shipments during the first quarter of 2013 (1Q13) as Windows Phone crept past BlackBerry for 3rd place. According to the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker, Android smartphone vendors and Apple shipped a total of 199.5 million units worldwide during 1Q13, up 59.1% from the 125.4 million units shipped during 1Q12.
Korean News and Beta Test Announcements
- Dragonfly “Kingdom Under Fire Online: Age of Storm” recorded 35,000 participants, 60% revisited, daily average play time was 130 minutes during frontier test.
- Creant “Blitz 2” holds CBT from May 6 to 10.
- NHN Hangame “Dungeon Striker” holds final stress test from May 7 to 9.
- EA “MVP Baseball Online” starts Daum channeling service.
- Perfect World web game “Three Kingdom Fantasy” to start service in Korea via Daum.
- Liveplex mobile game “Queens Blade” to be released in mid-May.
- Actoz MMORPG “TIR Online” releases story video, official service on May 30.
- Neople “Dungeon Fighter” holds user test for its “character balancing update” until May 22.
- Nexon FPS “Warface” releases “new map introductory video,” content update on May 16.
- Nox Entertainment MMORPG for the females “Beat Online” starts OBT on May 10.
- Creant “Blitz 2” Battle Line” ends CBT, 1,566 participants, daily average play time at 429 minutes, 75% re-logins.
- Line Kong 3D non-targeting action game “Daybreak” to be available in Korea via Uniana, to hold CBT in the 2nd half of 2013.
- ENP Games web RPG “Monghwan Jiseong” holds CBT from May 14 to 16.
- Astorm “Hero Warz” opens official homepage, CBT starts on June 21.
- Mvert FPS “Peta City” holds 2nd CBT from May 21 to 22.
- Gravity Interactive “Ragnarok Online 2” recorded 300,000 users in only 10 days since start of service, daily users recorded at 100,000, ranks 1st in Steam service free MMORPG category, soon to be available in Japan, China, Thailand, Philippines, Brazil, etc.
- Gala Lab “Zenobian” starts Japan official service via Gpotato (Japan).
- Blue Side “Kingdom Under Fire 2” to be published in 4 SEA countries including Indonesia, Thailand via Lead Tek Korea.
- Nox Entertainment MMORPG “Beat Online” starts formal service.
- Eyasoft RPG “Dungeon Hero” holds guerilla test from May 24 to 26.
- NGL MMORPG “Forsaken World” holds frontier test (open CBT) from May 23 to 28.
- Kufeng Studio MMORPG “Emblem Saga” holds holds CBT from June 5 to 9.
- ENP Games “Monghwang Jiseong” starts official service on May 20, 5 pm.
- Com2us 2013 1stQ sales: 24,900,000,000won, operating income: 5,100,000,000won, net income: 8,600,000,000won.
- NHN 2013 1Q sales: 673,600,000,000won, operating income: 191,100,000,000won, net income: 157,000,000,000won.
- Joymax 2013 1Q sales: 12,900,000,000won, operating income: 4,500,000,000won, net income: 3,100,000,000won.
- Wemade 2013 1Q sales: 59,500,000,000won, operating income: 4,500,000,000won, net profit: 5,200,000,000won.
- YD Online 2013 1Q sales: 6,800,000,000won, operating income: 500,000,000won, net income: 200,000,000won.
- Estasoft 2013 1Q sales: 96,900,000,000won, operating income: 3,200,000,000won, net income: 5,700,000,000won.
ROBLOX introduces new Dynamic Lighting engine
ROBLOX introduces new Dynamic Lighting engine:
ROBLOX, the popular social gaming site that encourages user-based creation has released a new lighting and shadow engine this week called Dynamic Lighting. When all
ROBLOX, the popular social gaming site that encourages user-based creation has released a new lighting and shadow engine this week called Dynamic Lighting. When all
Siege on Stars Announces Arena Battles Are Now Available
Siege on Stars Announces Arena Battles Are Now Available:
Siege on Stars is pleased to announce that Arena battles are now available for players to be a part of. The Arena will allow players to fight in solo and group battles. Winners
Siege on Stars is pleased to announce that Arena battles are now available for players to be a part of. The Arena will allow players to fight in solo and group battles. Winners
Guild Launch Partners with SOE for Exclusive Dragon’s Prophet Beta Offer | Ten Ton Hammer
Guild Launch Partners with SOE for Exclusive Dragon’s Prophet Beta Offer | Ten Ton Hammer:
Are you ready to dive into the Dragon’s Prophet beta? Guild Launch is giving you the chance to snag a key.
Are you ready to dive into the Dragon’s Prophet beta? Guild Launch is giving you the chance to snag a key.
Dragon's Prophet Free Beta Key(NA) Giveaway Event
Dragon's Prophet Free Beta Key(NA) Giveaway Event:
MMOsite has teamed up with Sony Online Entertainment to give away free beta key(NA). Dragon's Prophet is an action MMO that sets in a western fantasy world.
MMOsite has teamed up with Sony Online Entertainment to give away free beta key(NA). Dragon's Prophet is an action MMO that sets in a western fantasy world.
New action combat MOBA Skara begins Kickstarter campaign
New action combat MOBA Skara begins Kickstarter campaign:
Filed under: Video, MMO Industry, New Titles, Miscellaneous, MOBA, Crowdfunding "Imagine an experience with the action of Street Fighter inside a story and land like
Filed under: Video, MMO Industry, New Titles, Miscellaneous, MOBA, Crowdfunding "Imagine an experience with the action of Street Fighter inside a story and land like
Ruby Seven Studios bets big on casino games
Ruby Seven Studios bets big on casino games:
Back in April, I had the good fortune of moderating a panel at the Social Casino Summit in San Francisco. The panel was about how to stand out in the crowded
Back in April, I had the good fortune of moderating a panel at the Social Casino Summit in San Francisco. The panel was about how to stand out in the crowded
From MiniClip to Mega Brand
From MiniClip to Mega Brand:
CEO Rob Small on moving to mobile, facing the competition and turning down Facebook
CEO Rob Small on moving to mobile, facing the competition and turning down Facebook
Conquer Online Holds World Fighting League To Celebrate Its 10th Anniversary!
Conquer Online Holds World Fighting League To Celebrate Its 10th Anniversary!:
Although you can find a heap of online games in the market nowadays, it is rare to see one that has been going steady for over 10 years! So to celebrate this marvelous
Although you can find a heap of online games in the market nowadays, it is rare to see one that has been going steady for over 10 years! So to celebrate this marvelous
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