Square Enix Will Release A Dragon Quest X Demo For PC:
Originally released for Wii, Square Enix is bringing Dragon Quest X to PC on September 26. If you’re on the fence about a massively multiplayer online take of Dragon Quest you can download a demo of the game before it launches on PC.
Friday, August 30, 2013
12GB PS3 Comes to America, PS4 launching across Latin American
12GB PS3 Comes to America:
Very quietly Sony Computer Entertainment of America has brought the 12GB PlayStation 3 Slim to North America at $199. The model was released last October at €229 ($307) as an exclusive to Europe and Hong Kong with no plans for a U.S. introduction. Last week the SKU turned up in advertising from Canadian retailer FutureShop (owned by Best Buy Co. Inc.), and this week in the United States on Sony’s own web store and at Best Buy. The 12GB PS3 joins the similarly flash-based 4GB Xbox 360 at this price point. The North American introduction of the $199 SKU was not accompanied by an announcement from Sony. Included at that price is a top-loading Blu-ray player, Dualshock 3 controller, A/V cable, USB cable and a power cord. An optional 500GB hard drive upgrade kit is also available separately.
Very quietly Sony Computer Entertainment of America has brought the 12GB PlayStation 3 Slim to North America at $199. The model was released last October at €229 ($307) as an exclusive to Europe and Hong Kong with no plans for a U.S. introduction. Last week the SKU turned up in advertising from Canadian retailer FutureShop (owned by Best Buy Co. Inc.), and this week in the United States on Sony’s own web store and at Best Buy. The 12GB PS3 joins the similarly flash-based 4GB Xbox 360 at this price point. The North American introduction of the $199 SKU was not accompanied by an announcement from Sony. Included at that price is a top-loading Blu-ray player, Dualshock 3 controller, A/V cable, USB cable and a power cord. An optional 500GB hard drive upgrade kit is also available separately.
Supercell plays with Android games launch
Supercell plays with Android games launch:
Supercell, the Finnish mobile gaming company that tops Apple’s app charts around the world for the iPad and iPhone, is “very actively” weighing releasing games for Google’s Android operating system.
Supercell, the Finnish mobile gaming company that tops Apple’s app charts around the world for the iPad and iPhone, is “very actively” weighing releasing games for Google’s Android operating system.
WILLIAM D. VOLK: RETURNING TO ZORK
WILLIAM D. VOLK: RETURNING TO ZORK:
In his lecture at Casual Connect USA, William D. Volk of Playscreen discussed strategies for increasing the Lifetime Value of a game’s customers. He strongly emphasized quality of experience as a major contributing factor to game profitability. “Ship 4.5 stars or don’t bother shipping,” said Volk, “Optimized garbage is still garbage.”
In his lecture at Casual Connect USA, William D. Volk of Playscreen discussed strategies for increasing the Lifetime Value of a game’s customers. He strongly emphasized quality of experience as a major contributing factor to game profitability. “Ship 4.5 stars or don’t bother shipping,” said Volk, “Optimized garbage is still garbage.”
What Games Are: The March Of The Muggles
What Games Are: The March Of The Muggles:
The most (aside from Ballmer-chirping I suppose) interesting article I read this week was about how kids can’t use computers. Its author (Marc Scott) says that — contrary to the popular myth — kids today are every bit as incompetent with computers as their parents. They know how to use technology for specific functions (like Facebook or Skype) but don’t really understand what’s going on under the hood. Rather than taking the time to learn and master, they rely on some geek to fix their problems for them. Like most people, they essentially tolerate using computers rather than engaging with them.
The most (aside from Ballmer-chirping I suppose) interesting article I read this week was about how kids can’t use computers. Its author (Marc Scott) says that — contrary to the popular myth — kids today are every bit as incompetent with computers as their parents. They know how to use technology for specific functions (like Facebook or Skype) but don’t really understand what’s going on under the hood. Rather than taking the time to learn and master, they rely on some geek to fix their problems for them. Like most people, they essentially tolerate using computers rather than engaging with them.
Developers speak out: Why microconsoles?
Developers speak out: Why microconsoles?:
What do developers think of microconsoles -- are they worth making games for? Do they have a future? Gamasutra speaks to Double Fine,
What do developers think of microconsoles -- are they worth making games for? Do they have a future? Gamasutra speaks to Double Fine,
Tales of porting games to microconsoles
Tales of porting games to microconsoles:
Developers on 100 Rogues, Shadowgun, Beast Boxing Turbo and others talk about experiences bringing their mobile games to Android microconsoles like Ouya and
Developers on 100 Rogues, Shadowgun, Beast Boxing Turbo and others talk about experiences bringing their mobile games to Android microconsoles like Ouya and
Getting to know your microconsole game's audience
Getting to know your microconsole game's audience:
While it's difficult to say who the microconsole audience is and what they want, Gamasutra has tracked down some developers of games for the Ouya,
While it's difficult to say who the microconsole audience is and what they want, Gamasutra has tracked down some developers of games for the Ouya,
Making a quick and dirty single-player Ouya game
Making a quick and dirty single-player Ouya game:
As fast as possible, Ludometrics made a simple single-player shooter for the Ouya -- and in this post, David Thomson explains the thinking behind getting it out
As fast as possible, Ludometrics made a simple single-player shooter for the Ouya -- and in this post, David Thomson explains the thinking behind getting it out
Facebook and Unity: 90 million gamers can't be wrong
Facebook and Unity: 90 million gamers can't be wrong:
George Lee on refining Facebook's core game experience to open the door for Unity developers
George Lee on refining Facebook's core game experience to open the door for Unity developers
Cie Games looks to out-rev CSR Racing
Cie Games looks to out-rev CSR Racing:
[a]list daily talks with the marketer turned game developer about its advantages in the mobile racing sphere
[a]list daily talks with the marketer turned game developer about its advantages in the mobile racing sphere
EA's Moore: "Microsoft has been very aggressive with us, as had Sony"
EA's Moore: "Microsoft has been very aggressive with us, as had Sony":
The COO explains the tricks and troubles of preparing for the new consoles
The COO explains the tricks and troubles of preparing for the new consoles
For Gabe Newell, Greenlight is just a stepping stone to a bigger endgame
For Gabe Newell, Greenlight is just a stepping stone to a bigger endgame:
As Valve celebrates the first birthday of Steam Greenlight's launch, company founder Gabe Newell keeps his eye on
As Valve celebrates the first birthday of Steam Greenlight's launch, company founder Gabe Newell keeps his eye on
Social media has changed how games are played - EA Games exec
Social media has changed how games are played - EA Games exec:
Patrick Soderlund says second-screen features and connected services are adaptations to player behavior
Patrick Soderlund says second-screen features and connected services are adaptations to player behavior
Play & Talk About Games With Raptr, Earn Cool Rewards!
Play & Talk About Games With Raptr, Earn Cool Rewards!:
Raptr is the home for Rewards for all of Trion’s games. From the futuristic transmedia (videogame and TV) series Defiance, the dynamic planar events of
Raptr is the home for Rewards for all of Trion’s games. From the futuristic transmedia (videogame and TV) series Defiance, the dynamic planar events of
John Smedley takes to Reddit to answer SOE layoff questions
John Smedley takes to Reddit to answer SOE layoff questions:
Filed under: Sci-Fi, MMO Industry, PvP, News Items, Free-to-Play, MMOFPS, PlanetSide 2 In response to the question about how the recent SOE layoffs will
Filed under: Sci-Fi, MMO Industry, PvP, News Items, Free-to-Play, MMOFPS, PlanetSide 2 In response to the question about how the recent SOE layoffs will
Viewtiful Joe is a $2 add-on fighter in Combo Crew
Viewtiful Joe is a $2 add-on fighter in Combo Crew:
Earlier this week, The Game Bakers announced Capcom brawling star Viewtiful Joe would be a new fighter in its own...
Earlier this week, The Game Bakers announced Capcom brawling star Viewtiful Joe would be a new fighter in its own...
General: LEGO Minifigures Online: An Action Adventure RPG
General: LEGO Minifigures Online: An Action Adventure RPG:
Funcom recently started the process of unveiling their latest venture, LEGO Minifigures Online. We had the
Funcom recently started the process of unveiling their latest venture, LEGO Minifigures Online. We had the
Guardians of Middle-Earth MOBA Launches on PC | Ten Ton Hammer
Guardians of Middle-Earth MOBA Launches on PC | Ten Ton Hammer:
Clear a space for another MOBA. Guardians of Middle-earth hits Steam today to add another MOBA to the PC
Clear a space for another MOBA. Guardians of Middle-earth hits Steam today to add another MOBA to the PC
Korean News and Beta Test Announcements
- Gravity MMORPG “Ragnarok 2” starts Indonesia formal service via Lyto.
- YD Online action RTS “Soulmaster” holds China 2nd CBT from August 30 to September 30 via GY Games, planned for commercial service in 4Q 2013.
- Game Paradiso casual football game “Mini Eleven (Mini11)” starts CBT on September 5.
- NHN Entertainment hack and slash game “Devilian” starts 2nd CBT tester recruitment, holds 2nd CBT from September 6 to 15.
- ENP Games web action RPG “Mujang Jaengpae” recorded 72.8% relogins of testers on the first day of formal service.
- Allm action RPG “Kritika” ends China 1st alpha test via Tencent.
- Hanbit Soft rhythm game “World in Audition” ends its 1st CBT.
- Mgame MMORPG “Dark Fall” ends 1st CBT, 2nd CBT planned in late September.
- Blueside MMORPG “Kingdom Under Fire 2” signs SEA copyright contract with Leadtek, which partnered with Xinxere, Qeon, and MyCNX for Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, and Indonesia services.
- NHN Entertainment to launch a new game brand TOAST, where PC RPGs and mobile games will be moved from HANGAME.
- Mgame 2013 2Q sales: 7,770,000,000 won, operating income: -2,180,000,000 won, net income: -2,990,000,000 won.
- Dragonfly 2013 2Q sales: 11,400,000,000 won, operating income: 1,800,000,000 won, net income: 300,000,000 won.
Korean News and Beta Test Announcements
- NHN Entertainment football simulation game “Football Day” holds final CBT tester recruitment from August 19 to September 1, final CBT from September 8, OBT planned for end of the year.
- ENP Games web action RPG “Mujang Jaengpae” holds CBT from August 21 to 23.
- Gravity mobile MORPG “Tower of Ascension” starts formal service on August 19.
- Uniana action MORPG “LAF (original title: Daybreak [Linekong])” holds FGT from August 20 to 22.
- NHN Entertainment MMORPG “Asta” holds final CBT tester recruitment from August 20 to September 1, final CBT from August 30 to September 2.
- Galaxy Gate signs Vietnam, Taiwan, and Thailand service contracts with VDC Net2E, Insrea, and Bellof, respectively for MMORPG “Rosh Online.”
- High1 Entertainment web SRPG “Jingyeok Samguk” starts OBT on August 22.
- Wargaming airplane action MMO “World of Warplanes” to be launched in CIS region on September 25, NA and Europe region on September 26.
- YJ Network Korea strategy action RPG “God’s Move” revealed.
- ESTsoft 2013 2Q sales: 92,100,000,000 won, operating income: 8,100,000,000 won, net income: 1,100,000,000 won.
- Mgame MMORPG “Dark Fall” releases new battle screenshots prior to Korea and Japan 1st CBT from August 27 to 30.
- ENP Games web action RPG “Mujang Jaengpae” starts official service on August 29.
- Uniana action MORPG “LAF” holds CBT tester recruitment, CBT from August 29 to September 1.
- High1 Entertainment signs Taiwan service contract with Thai company Winner Online for web game “Samgukji Zone.”
- Giant Interactive signs Korea service contract with Nox Games for MMORPG “Chakan Game (Chinese title: Bing Wang (?)).”
- Pearl Abyss MMORPG “Black Desert” for console like PS4 possible to happen, MMORPG will hold CBT in September or October.
- Dragonfly signs 3-year publishing contract with Thailand company True Digital Plus for AOS “King of Fighters Online,” holds CBT from September 4 to 8.
- Uangels 2D MMORPG “Janggunnyeong” holds CBT from August 31 to September 8.
- Antic Gameworld “Jungwoneul Beda” holds CBT test from August 28 to 30.
- NHN Entertainment MMORPG “EOS” releases new teaser video, slated for OBT in mid-September.
- SG Internet MMORPG “Gods & Hero” opens official homepage, planned for 1st test in September
- Joycity basketball game “Freestyle 2” ends China CBT via publisher Tian City, recorded 10,000 participants, 85% relog-in.
- ESTsoft action RPG “HeroesGo” starts global OBT on August 30.
- Daum web game “Kuiyeomdo” holds CBT from August 28 to 30.
- Hanbit Soft rhythm dance game “World in Audition” holds 1st CBT from August 29 to September 2.
Terraria just went mobile.
Terraria just went mobile.:
Terraria just went mobile. While you wait for the new PC update, you might wanna try the newly released iOS version of this fine little side-scrolling sandbox. For $5, you get a Retina display-compatible,
Terraria just went mobile. While you wait for the new PC update, you might wanna try the newly released iOS version of this fine little side-scrolling sandbox. For $5, you get a Retina display-compatible,
Card Hunter launches for free in browsers on September 12
Card Hunter launches for free in browsers on September 12:
Image via Blue Manchu Games Blue Manchu Games has announced a release date for its upcoming debut title, Card Hunter, which looks to mix the
Image via Blue Manchu Games Blue Manchu Games has announced a release date for its upcoming debut title, Card Hunter, which looks to mix the
FFXIV: A Realm Reborn Shatters Records with 187,000 Connections; 200,000 Expected Soon
FFXIV: A Realm Reborn Shatters Records with 187,000 Connections; 200,000 Expected Soon:
Square Enix just suspended digital download sales of Final Fantasy XIV: A
Square Enix just suspended digital download sales of Final Fantasy XIV: A
Nextpeer multiplayer mobile SDK comes to Android
Nextpeer multiplayer mobile SDK comes to Android:
Nextpeer, a mobile game platform that allows iOS developers to easily integrate multiplayer modes and options into their titles, is launching for Android games and
Nextpeer, a mobile game platform that allows iOS developers to easily integrate multiplayer modes and options into their titles, is launching for Android games and
Majesco Entertainment launches indie publishing label
Majesco Entertainment launches indie publishing label:
Midnight City to be lead by Casey Lynch and Doug Kennedy
Midnight City to be lead by Casey Lynch and Doug Kennedy
Child's Play's killer doll Chucky has a new game.
Child's Play's killer doll Chucky has a new game.:
Child's Play's killer doll Chucky has a new game. It's an endless runner, coming soon to iOS and Android devices from Slimstown Studio. It's called Chucky:
Child's Play's killer doll Chucky has a new game. It's an endless runner, coming soon to iOS and Android devices from Slimstown Studio. It's called Chucky:
Double XP and giant cake mark Champions Online's fourth anniversary
Double XP and giant cake mark Champions Online's fourth anniversary:
Filed under: Super-hero, Events (In-Game), News Items, Free-to-Play, Champions Online, Anniversaries,
Filed under: Super-hero, Events (In-Game), News Items, Free-to-Play, Champions Online, Anniversaries,
What's Next? Wind-Up Knight's Chris Pruett on the future of games
What's Next? Wind-Up Knight's Chris Pruett on the future of games:
GDC Next advisory board member and Robot Invader founder Chris Pruett talks future games: "Infrastructure is enabling
GDC Next advisory board member and Robot Invader founder Chris Pruett talks future games: "Infrastructure is enabling
Microsoft forms European Xbox publishing team
Microsoft forms European Xbox publishing team:
Crytek's Warface to be its first title, John Needham leading the team
Crytek's Warface to be its first title, John Needham leading the team
Wizard101 gives away presents for its birthday
Wizard101 gives away presents for its birthday:
Filed under: Events (Real-World), News Items, Free-to-Play, Kids, Wizard101, Promotions, Family, Anniversaries Happy birthday Wizard101! Starting today, the magical kid-friendly title celebrates
Filed under: Events (Real-World), News Items, Free-to-Play, Kids, Wizard101, Promotions, Family, Anniversaries Happy birthday Wizard101! Starting today, the magical kid-friendly title celebrates
Thursday, August 29, 2013
Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn: Great Game, Poor Service Part One
Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn: Great Game, Poor Service Part One:
Today's MMOs are services as much as they are games, and the quality of Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn's service
Today's MMOs are services as much as they are games, and the quality of Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn's service
Firefall: Red 5 Wants You to Reclaim Earth
Firefall: Red 5 Wants You to Reclaim Earth:
At last week's Gamescom, Red 5 released a ton of new information about the next open beta patch. In it, players will be asked to literally reclaim the Earth.
At last week's Gamescom, Red 5 released a ton of new information about the next open beta patch. In it, players will be asked to literally reclaim the Earth.
Dead Island: Epidemic MOBA Opens Beta Registration | Ten Ton Hammer
Dead Island: Epidemic MOBA Opens Beta Registration | Ten Ton Hammer:
Sign up to get your name in the Dead Island: Epidemic MOBA beta pool and try not to become zombie chow.
Sign up to get your name in the Dead Island: Epidemic MOBA beta pool and try not to become zombie chow.
Here's How This Xbox One Exclusive Will Do Microtransactions
Here's How This Xbox One Exclusive Will Do Microtransactions:
Hopefully the news that next gen will have microtransactions in it isn't actually, uh, news to you: the practice of charging
Hopefully the news that next gen will have microtransactions in it isn't actually, uh, news to you: the practice of charging
Q& A: Bringing your game to the Android-based GameStick
Q& A: Bringing your game to the Android-based GameStick:
We speak with PlayJam to learn about the target audience for the Android-based GameStick, and the basics of what game developers can do to get started on the
We speak with PlayJam to learn about the target audience for the Android-based GameStick, and the basics of what game developers can do to get started on the
Riot Games is Working on LoL Mobile Apps
Riot Games is Working on LoL Mobile Apps:
Riot Games seem to point to some sort of development on the mobile side. Touch Arcade highlighted the fact Riot is looking for both Android and iOS
Riot Games seem to point to some sort of development on the mobile side. Touch Arcade highlighted the fact Riot is looking for both Android and iOS
WoW Becomes A Life-long Game for Team Size Increasing 40%, More Content Expected
WoW Becomes A Life-long Game for Team Size Increasing 40%, More Content Expected:
The team size has increased 40% and another 40% increase is planned, which will hopefully allow for a new content
The team size has increased 40% and another 40% increase is planned, which will hopefully allow for a new content
Guns of Icarus Online coming to PlayStation 4
Guns of Icarus Online coming to PlayStation 4:
Filed under: MMO Industry, News Items, Consoles, Steampunk Muse Games is bringing Guns of Icarus Online to the PlayStation 4. Muse's Howard Tsao
Filed under: MMO Industry, News Items, Consoles, Steampunk Muse Games is bringing Guns of Icarus Online to the PlayStation 4. Muse's Howard Tsao
War Thunder dev: Microsoft needs to 'stop talking and start basically doing something'
War Thunder dev: Microsoft needs to 'stop talking and start basically doing something':
War Thunder developer Anton Yudintsev isn't impressed with Microsoft's handling of online gaming, particularly with...
War Thunder developer Anton Yudintsev isn't impressed with Microsoft's handling of online gaming, particularly with...
One giant leap: Developing and marketing Kerbal Space Program
One giant leap: Developing and marketing Kerbal Space Program:
An unusual game developed by a marketing firm has gathered a dedicated fan base
An unusual game developed by a marketing firm has gathered a dedicated fan base
Five takeaways from GDC Europe 2013
Five takeaways from GDC Europe 2013:
The GDC Europe conference is over for another year, and as partner event Gamescom begins to wind down on the press front, I've been collating the various
The GDC Europe conference is over for another year, and as partner event Gamescom begins to wind down on the press front, I've been collating the various
EA clarifies recent offline games comment
EA clarifies recent offline games comment:
Peter Moore confirms that not every EA game will require an online connection, says free-to-play not coming to every EA franchise. In a blog post today,
Peter Moore confirms that not every EA game will require an online connection, says free-to-play not coming to every EA franchise. In a blog post today,
Free-to-play coming to every major EA franchise - Moore
Free-to-play coming to every major EA franchise - Moore:
COO Peter Moore lays out EA's priorities, says "We don't deliver offline experiences anymore"
COO Peter Moore lays out EA's priorities, says "We don't deliver offline experiences anymore"
Harrison: consoles still "generate the majority of the money" for industry
Harrison: consoles still "generate the majority of the money" for industry:
Also, could we see the Rift on Xbox One?
Also, could we see the Rift on Xbox One?
Google offering skippable YouTube style ads for online games
Google offering skippable YouTube style ads for online games:
DoubleClick Ad Exchange also opening up to publishers
DoubleClick Ad Exchange also opening up to publishers
Ouya competitor GamePop signs more developer talent
Ouya competitor GamePop signs more developer talent:
BlueStack's GamePop -- the free-with-a-subscription Android microconsole -- is boosting its library with games from major mobile game company TinyCo and
BlueStack's GamePop -- the free-with-a-subscription Android microconsole -- is boosting its library with games from major mobile game company TinyCo and
Darkfall working on better chat interface and AI upgrades
Darkfall working on better chat interface and AI upgrades:
Filed under: Fantasy, Darkfall, Patches, Previews, Dev Diaries, Subscription Darkfall is making the most of the hot summer months as the team is
Filed under: Fantasy, Darkfall, Patches, Previews, Dev Diaries, Subscription Darkfall is making the most of the hot summer months as the team is
Lunaria Story Introduces Star Palace Ruins
Lunaria Story Introduces Star Palace Ruins:
Lunaria Story Server 3 "City Harbor" is to be released in GameDP on 02:00 am, August 28th EDT as the increasing population of players demand new
Lunaria Story Server 3 "City Harbor" is to be released in GameDP on 02:00 am, August 28th EDT as the increasing population of players demand new
Echo of Soul(KR) Released a Trailer for Latest Class, to Kick Off Open Beta in Sep
Echo of Soul(KR) Released a Trailer for Latest Class, to Kick Off Open Beta in Sep:
Today NHN Entertainment released a trailer that features the new class - Archer's combat for Echo of Soul. The
Today NHN Entertainment released a trailer that features the new class - Archer's combat for Echo of Soul. The
Lost Saga: New Heroes & the Ability to Build Your Own Arena
Lost Saga: New Heroes & the Ability to Build Your Own Arena:
Lost Saga players will definitely want to swing the game to check out the latest update. Included in the patch are the dynamic duo heroes named May &
Lost Saga players will definitely want to swing the game to check out the latest update. Included in the patch are the dynamic duo heroes named May &
MMObility: Ultima Forever is tons of fun, even with repairs
MMObility: Ultima Forever is tons of fun, even with repairs:
Filed under: Fantasy, Screenshots, Business Models, Game Mechanics, New Titles, Opinion, Free-to-Play, Mobile, Casual, MMObility, Dungeons EA's new
Filed under: Fantasy, Screenshots, Business Models, Game Mechanics, New Titles, Opinion, Free-to-Play, Mobile, Casual, MMObility, Dungeons EA's new
Age of Wushu merging servers next week
Age of Wushu merging servers next week:
Filed under: Fantasy, News Items, Free-to-Play, Age of Wushu If you reside on the White Tiger or Black Tortoise servers in Age of Wushu, you'll see a change in your
Filed under: Fantasy, News Items, Free-to-Play, Age of Wushu If you reside on the White Tiger or Black Tortoise servers in Age of Wushu, you'll see a change in your
Seven new world languages come to Words with Friends
Seven new world languages come to Words with Friends:
Donde es my iPad? Okay, so I've never been that great with second languages, but I've always desperately wanted to learn: and now I just might be able to do
Donde es my iPad? Okay, so I've never been that great with second languages, but I've always desperately wanted to learn: and now I just might be able to do
Big Changes at Big Fish Games Mirror the Industry Trend
Big Changes at Big Fish Games Mirror the Industry Trend:
Depending on your specialization or location, yesterday might have been a pretty rough day if you worked at Big Fish. Let's say you were one of the team
Depending on your specialization or location, yesterday might have been a pretty rough day if you worked at Big Fish. Let's say you were one of the team
Ubisoft Blue Byte gears up for mobile push
Ubisoft Blue Byte gears up for mobile push:
"You have to always be able to iterate, otherwise you stay and you die"
"You have to always be able to iterate, otherwise you stay and you die"
Elder Scrolls Online: Item Shop News
Elder Scrolls Online: Item Shop News:
German site ESOHub.de has a new interview with the Elder Scrolls Online team. The interview covers subscriptions and development but, most interestingly,
German site ESOHub.de has a new interview with the Elder Scrolls Online team. The interview covers subscriptions and development but, most interestingly,
Beyond: Two Souls lets players use iOS and Android devices as controllers
Beyond: Two Souls lets players use iOS and Android devices as controllers:
Beyond Touch app available for free at game's launch in October; turn-based co-op mode also confirmed. iOS and
Beyond Touch app available for free at game's launch in October; turn-based co-op mode also confirmed. iOS and
Scott Hartsman on leading Trion Worlds out of the woods
Scott Hartsman on leading Trion Worlds out of the woods:
Filed under: Fantasy, Business Models, Interviews, MMO Industry, News Items, Free-to-Play, RIFT, Miscellaneous, ArcheAge, MOBA, Defiance, Buy-to-Play
Filed under: Fantasy, Business Models, Interviews, MMO Industry, News Items, Free-to-Play, RIFT, Miscellaneous, ArcheAge, MOBA, Defiance, Buy-to-Play
General: Scott Hartsman on the Future of Trion Worlds
General: Scott Hartsman on the Future of Trion Worlds:
Scott Hartsman both left and returned to Trion Worlds within the space of just a few months. We managed to catch up to the man to talk with him about Trion's
Scott Hartsman both left and returned to Trion Worlds within the space of just a few months. We managed to catch up to the man to talk with him about Trion's
Sega leads alliance of Japanese mobile devs - report
Sega leads alliance of Japanese mobile devs - report:
Japanese devs aim to avoid revenue share imposed by DeNA and GREE
Japanese devs aim to avoid revenue share imposed by DeNA and GREE
Magmic brings classic card game Phase 10 to Facebook
Magmic brings classic card game Phase 10 to Facebook:
Image via Magmic Casual game developer Magmic has announced the launch of the official Phase 10 game on Facebook, bringing the classic card
Image via Magmic Casual game developer Magmic has announced the launch of the official Phase 10 game on Facebook, bringing the classic card
Disney to shutter Toontown Online
Disney to shutter Toontown Online:
Long-standing kids MMO to close in September, along with two other virtual worlds
Long-standing kids MMO to close in September, along with two other virtual worlds
Free-to-play set to take off on consoles?
Free-to-play set to take off on consoles?:
Chris Morris talks to devs about F2P and how it may actually be better suited to consoles than the PC
Chris Morris talks to devs about F2P and how it may actually be better suited to consoles than the PC
Lucian, the Purifier, now available in League of Legends
Lucian, the Purifier, now available in League of Legends:
It feels like we've been waiting forever to play Lucian, the Purifier, but, finally, that wait is now over. Lucian --...
It feels like we've been waiting forever to play Lucian, the Purifier, but, finally, that wait is now over. Lucian --...
Riot Games not making money from League of Legends Championship Series
Riot Games not making money from League of Legends Championship Series:
Riot Games may be making history with the League of Legends Championship Series, but they sure aren't making any
Riot Games may be making history with the League of Legends Championship Series, but they sure aren't making any
Blog: The best methods for creating smartphone games for kids
Blog: The best methods for creating smartphone games for kids:
One developer speaks to his publisher about what makes for the best kids' games on smartphones -- both in terms
One developer speaks to his publisher about what makes for the best kids' games on smartphones -- both in terms
The understated genius of the Spelunky Daily Challenge
The understated genius of the Spelunky Daily Challenge:
Despite the fact that Derek Yu's Spelunky was released for Xbox 360 last year (while the original version has been available for PC many moons now), the
Despite the fact that Derek Yu's Spelunky was released for Xbox 360 last year (while the original version has been available for PC many moons now), the
All I Want In A Racing Game For 99 Cents
All I Want In A Racing Game For 99 Cents:
Takedowns, wild jumps, drifting, branching shortcuts, car damage, online multiplayer and music from The Crystal Method — that's all I really wanted, and
Takedowns, wild jumps, drifting, branching shortcuts, car damage, online multiplayer and music from The Crystal Method — that's all I really wanted, and
Isn't It A Little Late For A PSY Video Game Tie-In?
Isn't It A Little Late For A PSY Video Game Tie-In?:
Meanwhile, over in Europe, this is happening. Korea's most popular musical export lends his gentlemanly style to two of Korea's most popular
Meanwhile, over in Europe, this is happening. Korea's most popular musical export lends his gentlemanly style to two of Korea's most popular
Famous Cosplayers Become Video Game Butt-Kickers
Famous Cosplayers Become Video Game Butt-Kickers:
Everyone knows cosplayers often dress up as video game characters. But what happens when a video game features characters based on cosplayers?
Everyone knows cosplayers often dress up as video game characters. But what happens when a video game features characters based on cosplayers?
Part one of Xsyon's resource patch released
Part one of Xsyon's resource patch released:
Filed under: Fantasy, Game Mechanics, MMO Industry, News Items, Free-to-Play, Xsyon, Post-Apocalyptic, Sandbox, Crafting, Player-Generated Content Indie
Filed under: Fantasy, Game Mechanics, MMO Industry, News Items, Free-to-Play, Xsyon, Post-Apocalyptic, Sandbox, Crafting, Player-Generated Content Indie
GunZ 2: The Second Duel to Kick Off Open Beta in December
GunZ 2: The Second Duel to Kick Off Open Beta in December:
Korean action MMO GunZ 2: The Second Duel has been quiet for a long time since the Steam Greenlight announcement two
Korean action MMO GunZ 2: The Second Duel has been quiet for a long time since the Steam Greenlight announcement two
The next Tales will be a mobile game.
The next Tales will be a mobile game.:
The next Tales will be a mobile game. Tales of Link is the name of the newest entry in the long-standing JRPG series, according to a teaser site recently put up
The next Tales will be a mobile game. Tales of Link is the name of the newest entry in the long-standing JRPG series, according to a teaser site recently put up
Gameflier to Relaunch Dragon Nest Taiwan Server
Gameflier to Relaunch Dragon Nest Taiwan Server:
Gamania had just announced to shut down Dragon Nest Taiwan server at the beginning of this month, today the biggest Taiwan online game publisher
Gamania had just announced to shut down Dragon Nest Taiwan server at the beginning of this month, today the biggest Taiwan online game publisher
Rise and Shiny: Herokon Online
Rise and Shiny: Herokon Online:
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, Video, Game Mechanics, New Titles, Opinion, Free-to-Play, Browser, Hands-On, Casual, Humor, Rise and Shiny, Livestream I knew I would likely enjoy my time in
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, Video, Game Mechanics, New Titles, Opinion, Free-to-Play, Browser, Hands-On, Casual, Humor, Rise and Shiny, Livestream I knew I would likely enjoy my time in
Your Turn Football brings social to sports
Your Turn Football brings social to sports:
Image via Pick6 Studios A football game based on Words With Friends? And it’s good? Inside Mobile Apps recently sat down with Your Turn Football producer
Image via Pick6 Studios A football game based on Words With Friends? And it’s good? Inside Mobile Apps recently sat down with Your Turn Football producer
Gamescom 2013: Merc Elite melds MOBA with military tactics
Gamescom 2013: Merc Elite melds MOBA with military tactics:
Filed under: Events (Real-World), New Titles, War, Free-to-Play, Events (Massively's Coverage), MOBA Tired of fantasy MOBAs clogging up your hard
Filed under: Events (Real-World), New Titles, War, Free-to-Play, Events (Massively's Coverage), MOBA Tired of fantasy MOBAs clogging up your hard
Garfield Kart announced, will support cross-platform play
Garfield Kart announced, will support cross-platform play:
You know what the world doesn't have enough of? Kart racers. The days when Mario Kart and Crash Team Racing inspired a legion of copycats are long
You know what the world doesn't have enough of? Kart racers. The days when Mario Kart and Crash Team Racing inspired a legion of copycats are long
There's a new Dragon Quest browser game.
There's a new Dragon Quest browser game.:
There's a new Dragon Quest browser game. It's a "Real Time Adventure Parade" title (your guess is as good as mine) called Dragon Quest Monster
There's a new Dragon Quest browser game. It's a "Real Time Adventure Parade" title (your guess is as good as mine) called Dragon Quest Monster
See Tom Clancy's The Division's mobile companion gaming in action
See Tom Clancy's The Division's mobile companion gaming in action:
At E3, Ubisoft gave us our first extensive look at Tom Clancy's The Division, a next-gen multiplayer third-person...
At E3, Ubisoft gave us our first extensive look at Tom Clancy's The Division, a next-gen multiplayer third-person...
The Division: Ubisoft Confirms PC Release
The Division: Ubisoft Confirms PC Release:
You asked, loudly, and Ubisoft listened. Today at Gamescom, and on their official blog the publisher confirmed that Tom Clancy's The Division will be coming to
You asked, loudly, and Ubisoft listened. Today at Gamescom, and on their official blog the publisher confirmed that Tom Clancy's The Division will be coming to
Asta Online (KR) to Enter Final Closed Beta on Aug.30th
Asta Online (KR) to Enter Final Closed Beta on Aug.30th:
The highly anticipated Korean fantasy MMORPG Asta Online: The War of Tears and Winds finally announced that its closed bata will begin on August 30 in
The highly anticipated Korean fantasy MMORPG Asta Online: The War of Tears and Winds finally announced that its closed bata will begin on August 30 in
MMO Family: MMO trends from kid-friendly game conventions
MMO Family: MMO trends from kid-friendly game conventions:
Filed under: Opinion, Free Realms, Kids, MMO Family, Family, Clone Wars Adventures Summer is convention season, and adults weren't the only ones
Filed under: Opinion, Free Realms, Kids, MMO Family, Family, Clone Wars Adventures Summer is convention season, and adults weren't the only ones
NCSoft Released Q2 Earning Report, Focusing on Mobile Games Later This Year
NCSoft Released Q2 Earning Report, Focusing on Mobile Games Later This Year:
NCSoft has released their Q2 global financial results for 2013, and the news as always is a combination of the good
NCSoft has released their Q2 global financial results for 2013, and the news as always is a combination of the good
Vita makes more money for more devs, says Sony
Vita makes more money for more devs, says Sony:
Handheld maker pushing system as an attractive alternative to iOS and Android development
Handheld maker pushing system as an attractive alternative to iOS and Android development
EverQuest Next: Landmark - New details revealed at Gamescom | Ten Ton Hammer
EverQuest Next: Landmark - New details revealed at Gamescom | Ten Ton Hammer:
EverQuest Next: Landmark Director of Development, Dave Georgeson, revealed more about this new title and EQ
EverQuest Next: Landmark Director of Development, Dave Georgeson, revealed more about this new title and EQ
Unity unveils new publishing initiative
Unity unveils new publishing initiative:
Engine company steps up commitment to indie development with publishing and online services, adds dedicated 2D tools and workflow
Engine company steps up commitment to indie development with publishing and online services, adds dedicated 2D tools and workflow
Facebook and Unity's joint-SDK aims for easy cross-platform deployment
Facebook and Unity's joint-SDK aims for easy cross-platform deployment:
Facebook and Unity have been working together on a joint-SDK that intends to let developers build once, then deploy
Facebook and Unity have been working together on a joint-SDK that intends to let developers build once, then deploy
Raptr revives RIFT rewards, Defiance discount
Raptr revives RIFT rewards, Defiance discount:
Filed under: Fantasy, Sci-Fi, Events (Real-World), MMO Industry, News Items, Free-to-Play, RIFT, Giveaways, Promotions, Defiance Back in March,
Filed under: Fantasy, Sci-Fi, Events (Real-World), MMO Industry, News Items, Free-to-Play, RIFT, Giveaways, Promotions, Defiance Back in March,
The 'Churn Predictor' intends to warn you when players are about to split
The 'Churn Predictor' intends to warn you when players are about to split:
Over 70% of free-to-play users stop playing within the first 30 days of the average free-to-play title -- and data
Over 70% of free-to-play users stop playing within the first 30 days of the average free-to-play title -- and data
Blade and Soul China: A New Coupon Option for Players
Blade and Soul China: A New Coupon Option for Players:
Tencent will be introducing the brand new 丰汇行 (aka the Point Coupon Bank?) to the China Server. This Point Coupon is sold in the Trading House in exchange
Tencent will be introducing the brand new 丰汇行 (aka the Point Coupon Bank?) to the China Server. This Point Coupon is sold in the Trading House in exchange
Steam Greenlights 100 new titles -- but is the system working?
Steam Greenlights 100 new titles -- but is the system working?:
100 new Steam Greenlight games and software are inbound for distribution on Valve's Steam platform, including
100 new Steam Greenlight games and software are inbound for distribution on Valve's Steam platform, including
New iOS Games Tonight: Joining Hands 2, Tiny Missiles and more!
New iOS Games Tonight: Joining Hands 2, Tiny Missiles and more!:
In a time when mobile game developers are able to do some pretty amazing things with graphics engines to make
In a time when mobile game developers are able to do some pretty amazing things with graphics engines to make
Video: Building Star Wars: The Old Republic's scalable platform
Video: Building Star Wars: The Old Republic's scalable platform:
BioWare's Dave Moore discusses how he and his team built a robust and scalable platform environment and how
BioWare's Dave Moore discusses how he and his team built a robust and scalable platform environment and how
If You Build It, They Will Come: Getting to a Hit Game by Listening to Your Players
If You Build It, They Will Come: Getting to a Hit Game by Listening to Your Players:
Players are discovering and playing your games? Check! Now, it's time to start thinking strategically about how to keep the players engaged and happy so that
Players are discovering and playing your games? Check! Now, it's time to start thinking strategically about how to keep the players engaged and happy so that
APB Reloaded offers more gun-borne pathogens to players
APB Reloaded offers more gun-borne pathogens to players:
Filed under: Real-Life, Events (In-Game), Game Mechanics, News Items, Free-to-Play, All Points Bulletin, Crime, MMOFPS A week ago, APB Reloaded introduced a
Filed under: Real-Life, Events (In-Game), Game Mechanics, News Items, Free-to-Play, All Points Bulletin, Crime, MMOFPS A week ago, APB Reloaded introduced a
SOE suffers a 'reduction in workforce'
SOE suffers a 'reduction in workforce':
Filed under: MMO Industry, News Items, Miscellaneous SOE has just announced layoffs to an undetermined number of presumably MMO-related staff. Head of
Filed under: MMO Industry, News Items, Miscellaneous SOE has just announced layoffs to an undetermined number of presumably MMO-related staff. Head of
Guild Wars 2 marketed more like HBO or Netflix than Call of Duty
Guild Wars 2 marketed more like HBO or Netflix than Call of Duty:
On the game's one-year anniversary, [a]list daily speaks to ArenaNet's global marketing head about the game's success
On the game's one-year anniversary, [a]list daily speaks to ArenaNet's global marketing head about the game's success
Guild Wars 2's first birthday by the numbers: 3.5M sold, 460K peak concurrent
Guild Wars 2's first birthday by the numbers: 3.5M sold, 460K peak concurrent:
Filed under: Fantasy, Classes, Events (Real-World), Game Mechanics, Interviews, MMO Industry, Guild Wars 2, Events (Massively's Coverage),
Filed under: Fantasy, Classes, Events (Real-World), Game Mechanics, Interviews, MMO Industry, Guild Wars 2, Events (Massively's Coverage),
SMITE Releases New Chinese God - Zhong Kui, Along With Guan Yu Update
SMITE Releases New Chinese God - Zhong Kui, Along With Guan Yu Update:
The latest Chinese God, Zhong Kui, which is made in cooperation with Tencent, will be available in SMITE's
The latest Chinese God, Zhong Kui, which is made in cooperation with Tencent, will be available in SMITE's
Nintendo cuts Wii U by $50, announces 2DS handheld
Nintendo cuts Wii U by $50, announces 2DS handheld:
New 2DS removes 3D effect, sells for the low price of $129, while Deluxe Wii U and special Wind Waker HD Wii U bundle both sell for just $299 [UPDATE: added
New 2DS removes 3D effect, sells for the low price of $129, while Deluxe Wii U and special Wind Waker HD Wii U bundle both sell for just $299 [UPDATE: added
Warface coming to Xbox 360 in 2014
Warface coming to Xbox 360 in 2014:
Crytek's free-to-play online shooter landing on current-generation console early next year. Warface will be showing its face on Xbox 360 in early 2014,
Crytek's free-to-play online shooter landing on current-generation console early next year. Warface will be showing its face on Xbox 360 in early 2014,
Wednesday, August 28, 2013
There's a New Layton Game. It's...Different.
There's a New Layton Game. It's...Different.:
Tonight in Japan, Level-5 just revealed the latest entry in its Layton puzzle series. It's titled Layton 7. It looks, well, different.Read more...
Tonight in Japan, Level-5 just revealed the latest entry in its Layton puzzle series. It's titled Layton 7. It looks, well, different.Read more...
Two-thirds of whales are males
Two-thirds of whales are males:
EEDAR study finds big spenders in mobile skew male, are younger, and spend more time gaming on consoles
EEDAR study finds big spenders in mobile skew male, are younger, and spend more time gaming on consoles
New Inazuma Eleven is coming to Japan this fall...as an online game.
New Inazuma Eleven is coming to Japan this fall...as an online game.:
New Inazuma Eleven is coming to Japan this fall...as an online game. And it's name? Inazuma Eleven: Online. Now,
New Inazuma Eleven is coming to Japan this fall...as an online game. And it's name? Inazuma Eleven: Online. Now,
MMOFPS Warface Restarts Its Closed Beta Test
MMOFPS Warface Restarts Its Closed Beta Test:
In the run up to its official launch, Crytek's free online FPS, Warface, has returned for a final phase of Closed Beta tests on August 21. Now FPS lovers can give it a
In the run up to its official launch, Crytek's free online FPS, Warface, has returned for a final phase of Closed Beta tests on August 21. Now FPS lovers can give it a
Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer Stepping Down
Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer Stepping Down:
Steve Ballmer, the CEO of Microsoft and successor to Bill Gates, plans to retire from the software giant within the next 12 months, the company announced today.
Steve Ballmer, the CEO of Microsoft and successor to Bill Gates, plans to retire from the software giant within the next 12 months, the company announced today.
Blizzard removes mention of next-gen MMO from careers page
Blizzard removes mention of next-gen MMO from careers page:
Irvine, California, developer not actively hiring for long-in-development World of Warcraft follow-up. Blizzard
Irvine, California, developer not actively hiring for long-in-development World of Warcraft follow-up. Blizzard
Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn to get 'major update every three months'
Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn to get 'major update every three months':
Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn officially launches tomorrow, but Square Enix is already working on future content
Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn officially launches tomorrow, but Square Enix is already working on future content
Final Fantasy XIV Is So Popular, Square Enix is Halting Sales
Final Fantasy XIV Is So Popular, Square Enix is Halting Sales:
Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn's launch is experiencing crowded servers. So what is Square Enix's temporary workaround? Stop digital download
Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn's launch is experiencing crowded servers. So what is Square Enix's temporary workaround? Stop digital download
Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn: Launch Day Finally Arrives
Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn: Launch Day Finally Arrives:
It isn't often that a game gets a second chance to recapture the imaginations of MMO gamers. Today marks a seminal
It isn't often that a game gets a second chance to recapture the imaginations of MMO gamers. Today marks a seminal
Confirmed: Samsung's Galaxy Gear Smartwatch To Launch September 4
Confirmed: Samsung's Galaxy Gear Smartwatch To Launch September 4:
Samsung has confirmed a September 4 launch date for its Galaxy Gear smartwatch, which the company will
Samsung has confirmed a September 4 launch date for its Galaxy Gear smartwatch, which the company will
Level-5 announces 1,000-hour RPG Wonder Flick
Level-5 announces 1,000-hour RPG Wonder Flick:
Hot on the heels of yesterday's announcement that Level-5 is hard at work on Layton 7 for mobile devices, today we learn that the established
Hot on the heels of yesterday's announcement that Level-5 is hard at work on Layton 7 for mobile devices, today we learn that the established
Guild Wars 2's 16-Bit Wonderland Returns For World 2
Guild Wars 2's 16-Bit Wonderland Returns For World 2:
The most fun I've had in Guild Wars 2 was back in April, when ArenaNet launched a homage to 16-bit adventure
The most fun I've had in Guild Wars 2 was back in April, when ArenaNet launched a homage to 16-bit adventure
Guild Wars 2 seeing 'slow but steady growth' in players
Guild Wars 2 seeing 'slow but steady growth' in players:
Filed under: Fantasy, Culture, News Items, Guild Wars 2, Buy-to-Play Buy-to-play games can be difficult to judge in terms of metrics. You can't point to the
Filed under: Fantasy, Culture, News Items, Guild Wars 2, Buy-to-Play Buy-to-play games can be difficult to judge in terms of metrics. You can't point to the
Blizzard ending World of Warcraft trading card game
Blizzard ending World of Warcraft trading card game:
Filed under: World of Warcraft, Fantasy, News Items, Trading Card Games, Miscellaneous, MMORPG Blizzard Entertainment has announced that the
Filed under: World of Warcraft, Fantasy, News Items, Trading Card Games, Miscellaneous, MMORPG Blizzard Entertainment has announced that the
Blizzard on World of Warcraft: We'd be lost without casuals
Blizzard on World of Warcraft: We'd be lost without casuals:
"Audiences always evolve," says World of Warcraft lead designer Tom Chilton, in explaining Mists of Pandaria shift toward casual. He adds Blizzard is also warming
"Audiences always evolve," says World of Warcraft lead designer Tom Chilton, in explaining Mists of Pandaria shift toward casual. He adds Blizzard is also warming
League of Legends dev opens NYC office
League of Legends dev opens NYC office:
Riot Games opens new 6,000 square foot outfit in New York City; will pay $240,000 per year for rent. League of Legends developer Riot Games has
Riot Games opens new 6,000 square foot outfit in New York City; will pay $240,000 per year for rent. League of Legends developer Riot Games has
Bethesda "pushing" Microsoft to drop XBL Gold fee for Elder Scrolls Online
Bethesda "pushing" Microsoft to drop XBL Gold fee for Elder Scrolls Online:
Publisher says it has spoken with Microsoft about possibility of dropping Xbox Live Gold membership fee for
Publisher says it has spoken with Microsoft about possibility of dropping Xbox Live Gold membership fee for
Black Gold Online changes business model for NA
Black Gold Online changes business model for NA:
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, Business Models, Game Mechanics, MMO Industry, New Titles, News Items, Free-to-Play, Black Gold When Black Gold Online's
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, Business Models, Game Mechanics, MMO Industry, New Titles, News Items, Free-to-Play, Black Gold When Black Gold Online's
Black Gold: Extra Chances for Epic Loot
Black Gold: Extra Chances for Epic Loot:
Black Gold will utilize an interesting revenue model. The model, however, has caused a bit of confusion as to what players are actually paying for. Snail
Black Gold will utilize an interesting revenue model. The model, however, has caused a bit of confusion as to what players are actually paying for. Snail
Gamescom 2013: First Look at Black Desert Online
Gamescom 2013: First Look at Black Desert Online:
Gamescom has come to the end, yet here you are going to walk through the features in Black Desert Online in the video below from F2P.com. The amazing
Gamescom has come to the end, yet here you are going to walk through the features in Black Desert Online in the video below from F2P.com. The amazing
Soldiers Inc. Review
Soldiers Inc. Review:
Mere moments into my playthrough of Soldiers Inc., one thought asserted itself above all the others - the music was rather good for a social strategy game. As I trudged through the familiar motions of
Mere moments into my playthrough of Soldiers Inc., one thought asserted itself above all the others - the music was rather good for a social strategy game. As I trudged through the familiar motions of
WildStar: Gamescom News Roundup
WildStar: Gamescom News Roundup:
German site WildstarCore.de has posted a great interview with the Wildstar team that reveals some new information for fans. We've used handy-dandy Google
German site WildstarCore.de has posted a great interview with the Wildstar team that reveals some new information for fans. We've used handy-dandy Google
Discovered MMOFPS Survarium at Gamescom
Discovered MMOFPS Survarium at Gamescom:
Survarium is a free-to-play MMOFPS set in the near future from Vostok Games. Vostok Games plans to release the game in Russia at the end of 2013 and
Survarium is a free-to-play MMOFPS set in the near future from Vostok Games. Vostok Games plans to release the game in Russia at the end of 2013 and
Hyperspace Beacon: Winning at SWTOR's free-to-play
Hyperspace Beacon: Winning at SWTOR's free-to-play:
Filed under: Sci-Fi, Business Models, Culture, Economy, Game Mechanics, Opinion, Free-to-Play, Star Wars: The Old Republic, Guides, Hyperspace Beacon,
Filed under: Sci-Fi, Business Models, Culture, Economy, Game Mechanics, Opinion, Free-to-Play, Star Wars: The Old Republic, Guides, Hyperspace Beacon,
What's Next? Koster talks 'the revolution,' future of games
What's Next? Koster talks 'the revolution,' future of games:
Ahead of GDC Next, designer & advisory board member Raph Koster discusses the future of games: "...The kids who grew up with 'mass market' gaming are
Ahead of GDC Next, designer & advisory board member Raph Koster discusses the future of games: "...The kids who grew up with 'mass market' gaming are
Kitchen Scramble Review
Kitchen Scramble Review:
City-dwellers know that some of the best food in the world comes off of food trucks. These mobile kitchens serve up deep-fried delights, grilled goodness, and fresh fare (but mostly deep-fried
City-dwellers know that some of the best food in the world comes off of food trucks. These mobile kitchens serve up deep-fried delights, grilled goodness, and fresh fare (but mostly deep-fried
NatGeo: World of Secrets Review
NatGeo: World of Secrets Review:
NatGeo: World of Secrets is a hidden object game fused with a quest-based simulation title, all playable right in your browser window. It features open-ended
NatGeo: World of Secrets is a hidden object game fused with a quest-based simulation title, all playable right in your browser window. It features open-ended
Massively's Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn launch impressions
Massively's Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn launch impressions:
Filed under: Fantasy, Game Mechanics, Launches, Opinion, Hands-On, Consoles, Final Fantasy XIV I failed to
Filed under: Fantasy, Game Mechanics, Launches, Opinion, Hands-On, Consoles, Final Fantasy XIV I failed to
General: The Rejuvenation of Subscriptions
General: The Rejuvenation of Subscriptions:
In today's Free Zone, we take a look at the recent spate of announcements by several game studios that upcoming titles such as WildStar and Elder Scrolls
In today's Free Zone, we take a look at the recent spate of announcements by several game studios that upcoming titles such as WildStar and Elder Scrolls
I Am Not A 'Cancer' On The Game Industry
I Am Not A 'Cancer' On The Game Industry:
I can already predict the comments on this article. You will tell me I’m a horrible person. I’m a cancer on the games industry. Everything I’ve ever worked on is
I can already predict the comments on this article. You will tell me I’m a horrible person. I’m a cancer on the games industry. Everything I’ve ever worked on is
Asphalt 8: Airborne Review
Asphalt 8: Airborne Review:
Wow, Asphalt 8: Airborne. Gameloft first introduced the series back in 2004, so that's almost one game per year in the series, making it something of an annual release for the company along the lines
Wow, Asphalt 8: Airborne. Gameloft first introduced the series back in 2004, so that's almost one game per year in the series, making it something of an annual release for the company along the lines
A unique solution to the 'Curse of the Indie Multiplayer Game'
A unique solution to the 'Curse of the Indie Multiplayer Game':
It's a common issue with multiplayer-only indie games -- reams of empty servers, and no-one to play against. Size Five Games has been having similar issues,
It's a common issue with multiplayer-only indie games -- reams of empty servers, and no-one to play against. Size Five Games has been having similar issues,
Critical mobile monetization concepts, Part 1
Critical mobile monetization concepts, Part 1:
How do DeNA and Gree get so much money out of Japanese audiences? Why does Candy Crush Saga monetize so well? This blog post breaks down how
How do DeNA and Gree get so much money out of Japanese audiences? Why does Candy Crush Saga monetize so well? This blog post breaks down how
How GameStop may thrive - not just survive - in the age of digital
How GameStop may thrive - not just survive - in the age of digital:
GameStop is known for its big used game sales, but the retailer's non-core businesses are growing. Gamasutra's
GameStop is known for its big used game sales, but the retailer's non-core businesses are growing. Gamasutra's
You can now sell any Amazon product through your Android game
You can now sell any Amazon product through your Android game:
Android mobile developers can now explore a new potential source of income, as Amazon today launched its Amazon
Android mobile developers can now explore a new potential source of income, as Amazon today launched its Amazon
Tyrant Unleashed Review
Tyrant Unleashed Review:
Collectible Card Games come in all shapes and sizes, so I wasn't entirely sure what to expect with Tyrant Unleashed. Even now I'm still not entirely sure what to make of it. It's a strange
Collectible Card Games come in all shapes and sizes, so I wasn't entirely sure what to expect with Tyrant Unleashed. Even now I'm still not entirely sure what to make of it. It's a strange
Dirty Bomb renamed Extraction
Dirty Bomb renamed Extraction:
Splash Damage's free-to-play multiplayer PC shooter will be published by Nexon America. Upcoming free-to-play game Dirty Bomb--from Brink developer Splash Damage--has been renamed Extraction,
Splash Damage's free-to-play multiplayer PC shooter will be published by Nexon America. Upcoming free-to-play game Dirty Bomb--from Brink developer Splash Damage--has been renamed Extraction,
Not So Massively: D3 Reaper of Souls, Star Citizen hits $16m, and Dead Island goes MOBA
Not So Massively: D3 Reaper of Souls, Star Citizen hits $16m, and Dead Island goes MOBA:
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, Sci-Fi, Video, Business Models, Events (Real-World), Expansions, Game Mechanics, Lore,
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, Sci-Fi, Video, Business Models, Events (Real-World), Expansions, Game Mechanics, Lore,
Crossfire Sea to Kick Off CBT on the 28th August
Crossfire Sea to Kick Off CBT on the 28th August:
SmileGate SEA has announced that their highly anticipated MMOFPS Crossfire Sea will kick off its closed beta test on August 28 3:00PM (GMT+8). You may also join
SmileGate SEA has announced that their highly anticipated MMOFPS Crossfire Sea will kick off its closed beta test on August 28 3:00PM (GMT+8). You may also join
Simon the Sorcerer is now on Android.
Simon the Sorcerer is now on Android.:
Simon the Sorcerer is now on Android. Adventure Soft's classic 1993 point-and-click title can now be experienced all over again on Android phones and tablets,
Simon the Sorcerer is now on Android. Adventure Soft's classic 1993 point-and-click title can now be experienced all over again on Android phones and tablets,
Final Fantasy XIV (2010 Release): The Kotaku Review
Final Fantasy XIV (2010 Release): The Kotaku Review:
On this, the eve of the official launch of Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn, let's take a look back at the original release of Square Enix's second Final Fantasy
On this, the eve of the official launch of Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn, let's take a look back at the original release of Square Enix's second Final Fantasy
Smash Bandits Review
Smash Bandits Review:
The cops are hot on my tail as I recklessly zoom over the bridge and into the heart of the city. The skyscrapers come into view as scads of innocent drivers desperately attempt to avoid my
The cops are hot on my tail as I recklessly zoom over the bridge and into the heart of the city. The skyscrapers come into view as scads of innocent drivers desperately attempt to avoid my
If You Hate This Week In Gaming Apps, You'll Love Next Week
If You Hate This Week In Gaming Apps, You'll Love Next Week:
Only one game in this installment of This Week in Gaming Apps is available on Android. That's sad, and we're going to
Only one game in this installment of This Week in Gaming Apps is available on Android. That's sad, and we're going to
The Android microconsole reference guide for game developers
The Android microconsole reference guide for game developers:
A comprehensive guide that highlights the many differences between the coming onslaught of Android
This Isn't The King of Fighters Game You Are Expecting
This Isn't The King of Fighters Game You Are Expecting:
So, there's a King of Fighters game coming out! Hooray! It might be different from what you are expecting.Read more...
So, there's a King of Fighters game coming out! Hooray! It might be different from what you are expecting.Read more...
Knight character class comes to Wartune
Knight character class comes to Wartune:
NGames has announced that a new character class will be joining the ranks of its popular browser-based MMORPG, Wartune: the Knight. The biggest change
NGames has announced that a new character class will be joining the ranks of its popular browser-based MMORPG, Wartune: the Knight. The biggest change
Ben 10 Slammers Review
Ben 10 Slammers Review:
I hate to start a review by being slightly egotistical, but I'm the parent of two daughters. That means that Ben 10 is something that exists for me peripherally, as a thing some of the boys they know
I hate to start a review by being slightly egotistical, but I'm the parent of two daughters. That means that Ben 10 is something that exists for me peripherally, as a thing some of the boys they know
Animal Voyage: Island Adventure Review
Animal Voyage: Island Adventure Review:
Pocket Gems is a powerhouse free-to-play developer responsible for a large chunk of the free apps that offer extensive gameplay with the occasional premium
Pocket Gems is a powerhouse free-to-play developer responsible for a large chunk of the free apps that offer extensive gameplay with the occasional premium
LEGO: Legends of CHIMA Online Review
LEGO: Legends of CHIMA Online Review:
Before we get into this, let's first pour out some adult beverages for the late LEGO Universe, a game that was beloved by my kids but apparently didn't attract enough
Before we get into this, let's first pour out some adult beverages for the late LEGO Universe, a game that was beloved by my kids but apparently didn't attract enough
Make My MMO: Crowdfunding August 11 - 24, 2013
Make My MMO: Crowdfunding August 11 - 24, 2013:
Filed under: MMO Industry, Massively Meta, Miscellaneous, Crowdfunding, Make My MMO Just when you think it will be a quiet couple of weeks on the
Filed under: MMO Industry, Massively Meta, Miscellaneous, Crowdfunding, Make My MMO Just when you think it will be a quiet couple of weeks on the
Betawatch: August 17 - 23, 2013
Betawatch: August 17 - 23, 2013:
Filed under: Betas, Launches, MMO Industry, News Items, Betawatch, Miscellaneous Players enjoying Firefall's open beta were probably pleased to hear about the plans being made for the
Filed under: Betas, Launches, MMO Industry, News Items, Betawatch, Miscellaneous Players enjoying Firefall's open beta were probably pleased to hear about the plans being made for the
Friday, August 23, 2013
General: The Return of Subs: FFXIV, WildStar, and ESO
General: The Return of Subs: FFXIV, WildStar, and ESO:
We've all seen the trend towards F2P in recent years, but with WildStar and Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn, and ESO
We've all seen the trend towards F2P in recent years, but with WildStar and Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn, and ESO
Final Fantasy XIV Final Beta Kicks Off with 1.0 Character Brought Back
Final Fantasy XIV Final Beta Kicks Off with 1.0 Character Brought Back:
Final Fantasy XIV A Realm Reborn final beta is now live (Saturday, August 17,
Final Fantasy XIV A Realm Reborn final beta is now live (Saturday, August 17,
Nissan enters eSports arena with team sponsorship
Nissan enters eSports arena with team sponsorship:
Massive audience numbers are pulling in major advertisers to drive brand recognition
Massive audience numbers are pulling in major advertisers to drive brand recognition
Crossfire SEA Launches Elite Stars Project
Crossfire SEA Launches Elite Stars Project:
CROSSFIRE, the "Global No.1 OnlineFirst-Person Shooter Game" which has captured more than 4.2
CROSSFIRE, the "Global No.1 OnlineFirst-Person Shooter Game" which has captured more than 4.2
Rift sales up, player counts "way up" with switch to free-to-play
Rift sales up, player counts "way up" with switch to free-to-play:
Trion Worlds' SVP of marketing talks Rift, Defiance, and changes in marketing
Trion Worlds' SVP of marketing talks Rift, Defiance, and changes in marketing
Dying Light developer Techland opens Vancouver-based studio
Dying Light developer Techland opens Vancouver-based studio:
Techland has formed a new studio in Vancouver, Canada. The Polish developer makes zombie series Dead
Techland has formed a new studio in Vancouver, Canada. The Polish developer makes zombie series Dead
CM James Nichols leaves Trion as part of studio shakeup
CM James Nichols leaves Trion as part of studio shakeup:
Filed under: Fantasy, MMO Industry, Free-to-Play, RIFT RIFT CM James "Elrar" Nichols is no longer with Trion Worlds,
Filed under: Fantasy, MMO Industry, Free-to-Play, RIFT RIFT CM James "Elrar" Nichols is no longer with Trion Worlds,
Free-to-play developer Socialspiel announces round of funding, new CEO
Free-to-play developer Socialspiel announces round of funding, new CEO:
Image via Socialspiel Free-to-play games developer Socialspiel has announced a
Image via Socialspiel Free-to-play games developer Socialspiel has announced a
Korean FPS Crack Shot Online Revealed by Studio9
Korean FPS Crack Shot Online Revealed by Studio9:
A new online FPS was revealed in Korea recently, titled Crack Shot Online and developed by Studio9. In a nutshell,
A new online FPS was revealed in Korea recently, titled Crack Shot Online and developed by Studio9. In a nutshell,
One Of The Prettier Games I've Ever Played Is Also About Bugs
One Of The Prettier Games I've Ever Played Is Also About Bugs:
It's not often you get to experience the transformative journey of insects while enjoying some illustrative art. But that's
It's not often you get to experience the transformative journey of insects while enjoying some illustrative art. But that's
Dungeon Striker Unveiled New Mystic Class and New Zone
Dungeon Striker Unveiled New Mystic Class and New Zone:
Eyedentity Games was scheduled to unveil a new martial arts Mystic class to Dungeon Striker (KR) in October, the
Eyedentity Games was scheduled to unveil a new martial arts Mystic class to Dungeon Striker (KR) in October, the
FIFA 14 on Mobile Will Be Free to Play
FIFA 14 on Mobile Will Be Free to Play:
What surprise? No surprise! EA has announced at Gamescom that the forthcoming mobile version FIFA 14 will
What surprise? No surprise! EA has announced at Gamescom that the forthcoming mobile version FIFA 14 will
General: Cabal II: Hypocrite's Grave Revealed
General: Cabal II: Hypocrite's Grave Revealed:
Korean Cabal Online II players will have a new dungeon to adventure through thanks to the revelation of Hypocrite's
Korean Cabal Online II players will have a new dungeon to adventure through thanks to the revelation of Hypocrite's
Microsoft poised to CTRL+ALT+Del Games for Windows
Microsoft poised to CTRL+ALT+Del Games for Windows:
Sometimes when your computer's bogged down and sluggish, the best
Sometimes when your computer's bogged down and sluggish, the best
Allods Online Q&A covers new subscription server
Allods Online Q&A covers new subscription server:
Filed under: Fantasy, Business Models, Previews, Free-to-Play, Allods Online, Subscription Bucking the trend of going
Filed under: Fantasy, Business Models, Previews, Free-to-Play, Allods Online, Subscription Bucking the trend of going
God of Destiny, a Taiwanese MOBA Revealed at Gamescom
God of Destiny, a Taiwanese MOBA Revealed at Gamescom:
God of Destiny is a MOBA based on eastern fantasy and self-developed engine which costs the team 3 years to
God of Destiny is a MOBA based on eastern fantasy and self-developed engine which costs the team 3 years to
The Mighty Quest for Epic Loot Beta Review
The Mighty Quest for Epic Loot Beta Review:
The Mighty Quest for Epic Loot, the brand new free-to-play hack and slash game by Ubisoft is still behind closed doors for
The Mighty Quest for Epic Loot, the brand new free-to-play hack and slash game by Ubisoft is still behind closed doors for
Gamescom 2013: New Dragon's Prophet trailer released
Gamescom 2013: New Dragon's Prophet trailer released:
Filed under: Fantasy, Events (Real-World), Game Mechanics, MMO Industry, New Titles, News Items, Free-to-Play,
Filed under: Fantasy, Events (Real-World), Game Mechanics, MMO Industry, New Titles, News Items, Free-to-Play,
Hands-on with Infinite Crisis' new Coast City Marina map
Hands-on with Infinite Crisis' new Coast City Marina map:
Filed under: Super-hero, Game Mechanics, Previews, PvP, Opinion, Hands-On, Events (Massively's
Filed under: Super-hero, Game Mechanics, Previews, PvP, Opinion, Hands-On, Events (Massively's
Halo novelist joins Amazon Games Studio
Halo novelist joins Amazon Games Studio:
Gears of War 3 and Halo: Reach writer Eric Nylund becomes online retailer's new director of narrative design
Gears of War 3 and Halo: Reach writer Eric Nylund becomes online retailer's new director of narrative design
Forge going free-to-play
Forge going free-to-play:
Filed under: Fantasy, Business Models, MMO Industry, PvP, News Items, Free-to-Play If you're a PvP fan and you still haven't checked out Forge, you're plumb
Filed under: Fantasy, Business Models, MMO Industry, PvP, News Items, Free-to-Play If you're a PvP fan and you still haven't checked out Forge, you're plumb
Defiance 'Castithan Charge Pack' Adds Playable Creepy White People
Defiance 'Castithan Charge Pack' Adds Playable Creepy White People:
Nothing plays on the TV screen quite as well as an alien race whose defining
Nothing plays on the TV screen quite as well as an alien race whose defining
MechWarrior Online: Launch Announced for September 17th
MechWarrior Online: Launch Announced for September 17th:
MechWarrior Online will officially launch on September 17th and will come with one of the most requested features: Third
MechWarrior Online will officially launch on September 17th and will come with one of the most requested features: Third
MechWarrior Online: Turn-Based Tactics Looking for Stress Testers
MechWarrior Online: Turn-Based Tactics Looking for Stress Testers:
MechWarrior Online: Tactics is the MWO-themed turn-based strategy title currently
MechWarrior Online: Tactics is the MWO-themed turn-based strategy title currently
Warhammer 40k: Space Wolf CCG Announced | Ten Ton Hammer
Warhammer 40k: Space Wolf CCG Announced | Ten Ton Hammer:
HeroCraft partners with Games Workshop for a new Warhammer 40,000
HeroCraft partners with Games Workshop for a new Warhammer 40,000
WildStar: Revenue Model Revealed
WildStar: Revenue Model Revealed:
One question that arises over and over when it comes to WildStar is whether or not it will be free-to-play or subscription or
One question that arises over and over when it comes to WildStar is whether or not it will be free-to-play or subscription or
Kritika Unveiled New Trailer Featuring PvP Modes
Kritika Unveiled New Trailer Featuring PvP Modes:
Kritika has added new PvP modes days ago along with a new trailer, you can find the first 2 modes in the video: the normal
Kritika has added new PvP modes days ago along with a new trailer, you can find the first 2 modes in the video: the normal
Dungeons & Dragons Online - Shadowfell Conspiracy expansion is live! | Ten Ton Hammer
Dungeons & Dragons Online - Shadowfell Conspiracy expansion is live! | Ten Ton Hammer:
Have you got what it takes to uncover the
Have you got what it takes to uncover the
Hearthstone begins closed beta testing
Hearthstone begins closed beta testing:
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, Free-to-Play, Trading Card Games Shuffle the deck of your hopes and dreams because
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, Free-to-Play, Trading Card Games Shuffle the deck of your hopes and dreams because
General: Bubbling Back Home Again
General: Bubbling Back Home Again:
Blizzard's Hearthstone: Heroes of Warcraft may not be an MMO, but it certainly has the internet astir with its
Blizzard's Hearthstone: Heroes of Warcraft may not be an MMO, but it certainly has the internet astir with its
Removing spending cap saved Age of Empires Online
Removing spending cap saved Age of Empires Online:
Removing a cap on the amount of money that players could spend on free-to-play MMORPG Ages of Empires Online
Removing a cap on the amount of money that players could spend on free-to-play MMORPG Ages of Empires Online
Firefall Next Open Beta to Be Unveiled at Gamescom
Firefall Next Open Beta to Be Unveiled at Gamescom:
Firefall has been in beta for a really long time, yet the testing isn't over. Red 5 has announced that the next phase for Firefall
Firefall has been in beta for a really long time, yet the testing isn't over. Red 5 has announced that the next phase for Firefall
PopCap CEO defends move to free-to-play
PopCap CEO defends move to free-to-play:
Plants vs. Zombies 2 downloads have already eclipsed performance of first game
Plants vs. Zombies 2 downloads have already eclipsed performance of first game
Battlefield 4 Premium announced with five expansion packs, early beta access
Battlefield 4 Premium announced with five expansion packs, early beta access:
EA and DICE confirmed today Battlefield 4 Premium, an exclusive membership
EA and DICE confirmed today Battlefield 4 Premium, an exclusive membership
Guild Wars 2's Clockwork Chaos, end to PvE culling, Zodiac weapons, and the possible return of Super Adventure Box
Guild Wars 2's Clockwork Chaos, end to PvE culling, Zodiac weapons, and the possible return of Super Adventure Box:
Filed under: Fantasy, Patches, News Items, Guild Wars 2, Buy-to-Play The usual ending of the Queen's Jubilee is not a horde of clockwork monsters attacking all over Tyria. Guild Wars 2 players will need to deal with these party crashers the only way they know how: calm and reasoned discourse. Or egregious violence; that works out pretty good too. Scarlet Briar has revealed both herself and her mi
Filed under: Fantasy, Patches, News Items, Guild Wars 2, Buy-to-Play The usual ending of the Queen's Jubilee is not a horde of clockwork monsters attacking all over Tyria. Guild Wars 2 players will need to deal with these party crashers the only way they know how: calm and reasoned discourse. Or egregious violence; that works out pretty good too. Scarlet Briar has revealed both herself and her mi
Guild Wars 2: Fastest-Selling MMO in History
Guild Wars 2: Fastest-Selling MMO in History:
ArenaNet has partnered with a market research firm to assess the sales volume of Guild Wars 2. According to
ArenaNet has partnered with a market research firm to assess the sales volume of Guild Wars 2. According to
Ubisoft announces Panzer General Online for browsers
Ubisoft announces Panzer General Online for browsers:
Ubisoft has announced at Gamescom today that a new entry in the popular Panzer General franchise is currently in
Ubisoft has announced at Gamescom today that a new entry in the popular Panzer General franchise is currently in
Luvinia Online relaunching as Luvinia World today
Luvinia Online relaunching as Luvinia World today:
Filed under: Fantasy, Launches, News Items, Free-to-Play If you were a fan of Luvinia Online, news of the game's
Filed under: Fantasy, Launches, News Items, Free-to-Play If you were a fan of Luvinia Online, news of the game's
Champions Online Cybermind alert is now live
Champions Online Cybermind alert is now live:
Filed under: Super-hero, Events (In-Game), Patches, News Items, PvE, Free-to-Play, Champions Online, MMORPG
Filed under: Super-hero, Events (In-Game), Patches, News Items, PvE, Free-to-Play, Champions Online, MMORPG
World of WarPlanes: Flying into Release in September
World of WarPlanes: Flying into Release in September:
With the World of WarPlanes open beta running successfully, Wargaming announced that the game's official
With the World of WarPlanes open beta running successfully, Wargaming announced that the game's official
Dead Island: Epidemic Revealed More Details and New Screenshots
Dead Island: Epidemic Revealed More Details and New Screenshots:
When Deep Silver announced a zombified MOBA (or ZOMBA as they like to
When Deep Silver announced a zombified MOBA (or ZOMBA as they like to
Digimon Masters Revealed The Latest Update - Jogress Evolution
Digimon Masters Revealed The Latest Update - Jogress Evolution:
Joymax today revealed the latest content update for Digimon Masters, which called
Joymax today revealed the latest content update for Digimon Masters, which called
GameStop sales drop as it waits on next-gen consoles
GameStop sales drop as it waits on next-gen consoles:
GameStop's sales and profits were down for the most recent quarter, but was still able to beat its guidance, thanks in part to
GameStop's sales and profits were down for the most recent quarter, but was still able to beat its guidance, thanks in part to
Snail Game Talks The New Monetization Model in Depth by Latest Details
Snail Game Talks The New Monetization Model in Depth by Latest Details:
Snail Games today announced the latest details of its new monetization model for
Snail Games today announced the latest details of its new monetization model for
DC Universe Online: Sons of Trigon DLC Tour
DC Universe Online: Sons of Trigon DLC Tour:
We recently joined SOE's Jens Andersen (Sr. Creative Director, DCUO) and Jesse Scott (Systems Designer, DCUO) for a
We recently joined SOE's Jens Andersen (Sr. Creative Director, DCUO) and Jesse Scott (Systems Designer, DCUO) for a
Neverwinter – Fury of the Feywild is Live | Ten Ton Hammer
Neverwinter – Fury of the Feywild is Live | Ten Ton Hammer:
Neverwinter’s first expansion is now available for players.
Neverwinter’s first expansion is now available for players.
IGF China finalists, Indie Summit talks announced for GDC China 2013
IGF China finalists, Indie Summit talks announced for GDC China 2013:
GDC China organizers have announced finalists for the 5th annual IGF China and
GDC China organizers have announced finalists for the 5th annual IGF China and
Sony Online's three rules of engagement for community management
Sony Online's three rules of engagement for community management:
At GDC Europe, Sony Online Entertainment head of community Linda
At GDC Europe, Sony Online Entertainment head of community Linda
How to talk to the video game press in 2013
How to talk to the video game press in 2013:
Gamasutra editor Mike Rose gave a talk at GDC Europe today about getting the press to notice you and your game. Here
Gamasutra editor Mike Rose gave a talk at GDC Europe today about getting the press to notice you and your game. Here
How our most successful game is also our least profitable
How our most successful game is also our least profitable:
Lucky Frame's Gentlemen! received high marks from publications like Edge, Touch Arcade, and PocketGamer. But the sales
Lucky Frame's Gentlemen! received high marks from publications like Edge, Touch Arcade, and PocketGamer. But the sales
Inside Disney's Plan To Win The Internet
Inside Disney's Plan To Win The Internet:
Disney has treated its video games like accessories for a long time. Piggybacking on the marketing and
Disney has treated its video games like accessories for a long time. Piggybacking on the marketing and
How Skylanders Took Over The Department Store
How Skylanders Took Over The Department Store:
When Activision Publishing CEO Eric Hirshberg first saw how Skylanders incorporated physical toys through a
When Activision Publishing CEO Eric Hirshberg first saw how Skylanders incorporated physical toys through a
If You Want To Sell Digital Products, Bundle Them With Physical Ones
If You Want To Sell Digital Products, Bundle Them With Physical Ones:
Digital products have many benefits––frictionless buying, immediate delivery,
Digital products have many benefits––frictionless buying, immediate delivery,
Indie Pixel Review
Indie Pixel Review:
Whoever thought that a mass online mobile game about tiny pixels could be both so unique and so endearingly fun? The core of Indie Pixel plays out on a
Whoever thought that a mass online mobile game about tiny pixels could be both so unique and so endearingly fun? The core of Indie Pixel plays out on a
Teacher Story Review
Teacher Story Review:
In the punishing world of academia, even top students can lose momentum and begin to slack off. And though it may break the professor's heart, he or she will
In the punishing world of academia, even top students can lose momentum and begin to slack off. And though it may break the professor's heart, he or she will
Thursday, August 22, 2013
Disney's Pirates of the Caribbean Online sunsetting in September
Disney's Pirates of the Caribbean Online sunsetting in September:
Filed under: Fantasy, MMO Industry, Free-to-Play, Kids, Sunsets It looks as though
Filed under: Fantasy, MMO Industry, Free-to-Play, Kids, Sunsets It looks as though
League of Legends owner brings another action-RTS to China
League of Legends owner brings another action-RTS to China:
As online games giant Tencent reveals that its total active user count now
As online games giant Tencent reveals that its total active user count now
Tencent is Confirmed To Bring SMITE to Chinese Market, and To More Areas in the Future
Tencent is Confirmed To Bring SMITE to Chinese Market, and To More Areas in the Future:
As we reported previously that Tencent unveiled a mysterious teaser site which
As we reported previously that Tencent unveiled a mysterious teaser site which
PS4 launches Nov. 15 in North America, Nov. 29 in Europe
PS4 launches Nov. 15 in North America, Nov. 29 in Europe:
Sony confirms 1 million preorders for next-gen system, announces discounts for next-gen upgrades on big games
Sony confirms 1 million preorders for next-gen system, announces discounts for next-gen upgrades on big games
Big Fish cuts 49 staff, "realigns" over 70 as Vancouver office shuttered
Big Fish cuts 49 staff, "realigns" over 70 as Vancouver office shuttered:
Casual firm discontinuing its cloud business, which "is not growing as fast
Casual firm discontinuing its cloud business, which "is not growing as fast
Diablo III Gets Its First Expansion Pack
Diablo III Gets Its First Expansion Pack:
Reaper of Souls is the first expansion for Diablo III. Blizzard revealed a whole new act, a new hero called The Crusader and
Reaper of Souls is the first expansion for Diablo III. Blizzard revealed a whole new act, a new hero called The Crusader and
The Elder Scrolls Online requires monthly subscription
The Elder Scrolls Online requires monthly subscription:
Bethesda's highly anticipated MMO The Elder Scrolls Online will require a monthly subscription, developer Zenimax
Bethesda's highly anticipated MMO The Elder Scrolls Online will require a monthly subscription, developer Zenimax
Marvel Heroes game update 1.15 buffs XP, adds new costumes
Marvel Heroes game update 1.15 buffs XP, adds new costumes:
Filed under: Super-hero, Patches, Free-to-Play, Marvel Heroes Game Update 1.2
Filed under: Super-hero, Patches, Free-to-Play, Marvel Heroes Game Update 1.2
Disney's Toontown closing on September 19
Disney's Toontown closing on September 19:
Filed under: MMO Industry, News Items, Kids, Family Disney's Toontown Online is closing up shop on September 19th. As
Filed under: MMO Industry, News Items, Kids, Family Disney's Toontown Online is closing up shop on September 19th. As
Ultima Forever: Quest for the Avatar: Enjoyable Game, Terrible Cash Shop
Ultima Forever: Quest for the Avatar: Enjoyable Game, Terrible Cash Shop:
Ultima Forever: Quest for the Avatar is a new game that brings back old-time
Ultima Forever: Quest for the Avatar is a new game that brings back old-time
Gotta tame 'em all: Dragon's Prophet open beta impressions
Gotta tame 'em all: Dragon's Prophet open beta impressions:
Filed under: Fantasy, Game Mechanics, Previews, Opinion, Free-to-Play, Hands-On, First Impressions, Dragon's Prophet
Filed under: Fantasy, Game Mechanics, Previews, Opinion, Free-to-Play, Hands-On, First Impressions, Dragon's Prophet
Rise and Shiny: Prime World
Rise and Shiny: Prime World:
Filed under: Fantasy, Video, Game Mechanics, PvP, PvE, Opinion, Free-to-Play, Hands-On, Casual, MMORTS, Humor, Rise and Shiny, Livestream,
Filed under: Fantasy, Video, Game Mechanics, PvP, PvE, Opinion, Free-to-Play, Hands-On, Casual, MMORTS, Humor, Rise and Shiny, Livestream,
Betawatch: August 10 - 16, 2013
Betawatch: August 10 - 16, 2013:
Filed under: Betas, MMO Industry, News Items, Betawatch, Miscellaneous Welcome to another installment of Betawatch, ladies and gentlemen. To
Filed under: Betas, MMO Industry, News Items, Betawatch, Miscellaneous Welcome to another installment of Betawatch, ladies and gentlemen. To
Not So Massively: Diablo III ad backlash, GOME on PC, and SMITE's facelift
Not So Massively: Diablo III ad backlash, GOME on PC, and SMITE's facelift:
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, Sci-Fi, Trailers, Video, Business Models, Events
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, Sci-Fi, Trailers, Video, Business Models, Events
Chat Fu Review
Chat Fu Review:
Chat Fu by Blot Interactive drives home a point we all learned in grade school: words can hurt. The game plays like an action/fighting title that's been cross-bred
Chat Fu by Blot Interactive drives home a point we all learned in grade school: words can hurt. The game plays like an action/fighting title that's been cross-bred
VEGA Conflict Review
VEGA Conflict Review:
Production values aren't everything, but all the same, it's hard not to do a double take when you boot up Vega Conflict and find yourself confronted with a well-voiced
Production values aren't everything, but all the same, it's hard not to do a double take when you boot up Vega Conflict and find yourself confronted with a well-voiced
Gold Diggers Review
Gold Diggers Review:
With the success of games like Jetpack Joyride, the endless-game-with-currency-and-mini-objectives genre has become quite crowded. As with any artistic
With the success of games like Jetpack Joyride, the endless-game-with-currency-and-mini-objectives genre has become quite crowded. As with any artistic
New iOS Games Tonight: Asphalt 8: Airborne, Indie Pixel and more!
New iOS Games Tonight: Asphalt 8: Airborne, Indie Pixel and more!:
We're almost at the point where we can count the remaining days of summer on
We're almost at the point where we can count the remaining days of summer on
Friday, August 16, 2013
Korean News and Beta Test Announcements
- Dragonfly AOS “Kingdom Under Fire Online: Age of Storm” recorded 100,000 new registered users, 65% revisits, and 180 minutes average play time after OBT start.
- Mgame MMORPG “Dark Fall” holds Korea and Japan 1st CBT tester recruitment from August 12 to 25, 1st CBT from August 27 to 30.
- Actoz Soft 3D action RPG “Dragon Nest” starts Pmang channeling service.
- NHN Entertainment announces that 2D MMORPG “Project R1” is now “Tree of Savior.”
- Joy City basketball game “Freestyle 2” reaches 15,000 CCUs in Taiwan.
- The5 Interactive MMORPG “Healing Online” starts formal service on August 14.
- Uniana action MORPG “LAF” holds recruitment for FGT participants.
- Liveplex MMORPG “Queens Blade” starts Germany formal service via Aeria Games.
- Barunson Games signs China publishing contract with Shenzhen Xunlei Networking Technologies for MMORPG “Project A.”
- High1 Entertainment web strategy simulation RPG “Jingyeok Samguk” holds CBT from August 16 to 18.
- Gamevil 2013 2Q sales: 20,500,000,000 won, operating income: 3,500,000,000 won, net income: 4,000,000,000 won.
- Joymax 2013 2Q sales: 15,000,000,000 won, operating income: 7,200,000,000 won, net income: 5,500,000,000 won.
- Wemade 2013 2Q sames: 66,200,000,000 won, operating income: 8,600,000,000 won, net income: 8,900,000,000 won.
- NCsoft 2013 2Q sales: 192,000,000,000 won, operating income: 62,200,000,000 won, net income: 34,200,000,000 won.
- Gamehi 2013 2Q sales: 12,900,000,000 won, operating income: 6,100,000,000 won, 5,700,000,000 won.
Nether gives unique twist to post-apocalyptic survival
Nether gives unique twist to post-apocalyptic survival:
Filed under: Betas, Horror, Sci-Fi, Trailers, Video, New Titles, MMOFPS, Post-Apocalyptic Stop us if you've heard this game before: It's some time after the
Filed under: Betas, Horror, Sci-Fi, Trailers, Video, New Titles, MMOFPS, Post-Apocalyptic Stop us if you've heard this game before: It's some time after the
Blog: What created the midcore audience?
Blog: What created the midcore audience?:
"Midcore" is overused and under-defined. To better understand the term, Alexander Engel, from Game of Thrones Ascent dev Disruptor Beam, explores what gave rise
"Midcore" is overused and under-defined. To better understand the term, Alexander Engel, from Game of Thrones Ascent dev Disruptor Beam, explores what gave rise
Castleville Legends is Coming, and It's Headed Straight for Your Phone and Tablet
Castleville Legends is Coming, and It's Headed Straight for Your Phone and Tablet:
How you can take an entire castle and put it in your pocket? If you're a social gamer, Zynga is about to make that easier than you might think. The studio has just
How you can take an entire castle and put it in your pocket? If you're a social gamer, Zynga is about to make that easier than you might think. The studio has just
New App Store regulations focus on kid-friendly apps and real money gambling
New App Store regulations focus on kid-friendly apps and real money gambling:
Apple has introduced a few new rules and regulations to its App Store Review Guidelines this week - this time affecting apps for kids and real-money gambling
Apple has introduced a few new rules and regulations to its App Store Review Guidelines this week - this time affecting apps for kids and real-money gambling
eSports: This time, it's for real
eSports: This time, it's for real:
The pro-gaming movement has cried wolf many times - but all the signs say that this revival is a sustainable one
The pro-gaming movement has cried wolf many times - but all the signs say that this revival is a sustainable one
US digital games market update: July 2013
US digital games market update: July 2013:
The overall digital games category totaled $1.1 billion in sales in the month of July, representing a year-over-year increase of 5.4%. Major growth drivers were social games and the summer sales in PC DLC, which offset declines in subscription-based MMOs and console DLC.
The overall digital games category totaled $1.1 billion in sales in the month of July, representing a year-over-year increase of 5.4%. Major growth drivers were social games and the summer sales in PC DLC, which offset declines in subscription-based MMOs and console DLC.
Toys“R”Us to carry exclusive 'Infinite Crystal Series' for Disney Infinity
Toys“R”Us to carry exclusive 'Infinite Crystal Series' for Disney Infinity:
Get ready for a mad rush when Disney Infinity launches on Sunday, August 18 (you know how these parents can get when it...
Get ready for a mad rush when Disney Infinity launches on Sunday, August 18 (you know how these parents can get when it...
Skylanders best-selling action figure in US, Europe year-to-date
Skylanders best-selling action figure in US, Europe year-to-date:
Activision touts continued momentum behind toy-and-game franchise in advance of Swap Force launch
Activision touts continued momentum behind toy-and-game franchise in advance of Swap Force launch
War Thunder now flies under Steam power
War Thunder now flies under Steam power:
Filed under: Historical, MMO Industry, New Titles, PvP, News Items, War, Free-to-Play Already gaining a following in open beta on the PC and currently under
Filed under: Historical, MMO Industry, New Titles, PvP, News Items, War, Free-to-Play Already gaining a following in open beta on the PC and currently under
Activision expecting "a lot of creativity" around second screen in next-gen
Activision expecting "a lot of creativity" around second screen in next-gen:
Eric Hirshberg is excited about the possibilities that ubiquitous mobile devices bring to the console experience
Eric Hirshberg is excited about the possibilities that ubiquitous mobile devices bring to the console experience
Opening your game to user-created content: Why and how
Opening your game to user-created content: Why and how:
With Team Fortress 2, Valve has proven the business and community case for user-created content in games. This post is a deeper exploration of the concerns
With Team Fortress 2, Valve has proven the business and community case for user-created content in games. This post is a deeper exploration of the concerns
Guardians of Middle-earth is coming to PC
Guardians of Middle-earth is coming to PC:
Filed under: Fantasy, Game Mechanics, Previews, Opinion, Hands-On, First Impressions, MOBA Of all the magic in Lord of the Rings, nothing makes me
Filed under: Fantasy, Game Mechanics, Previews, Opinion, Hands-On, First Impressions, MOBA Of all the magic in Lord of the Rings, nothing makes me
Jungle Heat Review
Jungle Heat Review:
I'm going to come right out and say it: My.com's Jungle Heat offers almost nothing that makes it a fresh or original experience. Outside of the jungle theme,
I'm going to come right out and say it: My.com's Jungle Heat offers almost nothing that makes it a fresh or original experience. Outside of the jungle theme,
Plants vs. Zombies 2: It's About Time Review
Plants vs. Zombies 2: It's About Time Review:
There are very few games out there of any genre or audience that have achieved such a worldwide adoration as PopCap's Plants vs. Zombies empire. Sometimes
There are very few games out there of any genre or audience that have achieved such a worldwide adoration as PopCap's Plants vs. Zombies empire. Sometimes
Plants Vs. Zombies 2 Is Free-To-Play That's Better Without Paying
Plants Vs. Zombies 2 Is Free-To-Play That's Better Without Paying:
You can spend five dollars in Plants Vs. Zombies 2: It's About Time to advance from Ancient Egypt to the Pirate Seas. You can unlock enhancements with cash,
You can spend five dollars in Plants Vs. Zombies 2: It's About Time to advance from Ancient Egypt to the Pirate Seas. You can unlock enhancements with cash,
How To Find The One Metric That Really Matters
How To Find The One Metric That Really Matters:
If software is eating the world, Eric Ries's Lean Startup is the menu, offering developers a blueprint by which to change the world of startups,
If software is eating the world, Eric Ries's Lean Startup is the menu, offering developers a blueprint by which to change the world of startups,
Grand Theft Auto Online Looks Friggin' Amazing
Grand Theft Auto Online Looks Friggin' Amazing:
You can parachute, play tennis, and drive around the city robbing banks with your friends in the multiplayer mode of Grand Theft Auto V, which Rockstar showed off
You can parachute, play tennis, and drive around the city robbing banks with your friends in the multiplayer mode of Grand Theft Auto V, which Rockstar showed off
Fear and Loathing in the Mobile Entertainment Industry
Fear and Loathing in the Mobile Entertainment Industry:
The economy may be mired in an existential crisis, but there's one place where the money is flowing: into those fun apps on your phone. As I discovered
The economy may be mired in an existential crisis, but there's one place where the money is flowing: into those fun apps on your phone. As I discovered
KR Eclipse War Online was Suddenly Shut Down by the Developer
KR Eclipse War Online was Suddenly Shut Down by the Developer:
The Korean 3D MMORPG Eclipse War Online which features transform system was suddenly shut down without any announcement on August 13rd. "The
The Korean 3D MMORPG Eclipse War Online which features transform system was suddenly shut down without any announcement on August 13rd. "The
Hands-on with Free-to-play Military Shooter Warface at Gamescom
Hands-on with Free-to-play Military Shooter Warface at Gamescom:
Crytek will once again be attending the gamescom expo in Cologne this year, giving players a chance to go hands-on with their free-to-play military shooter,
Crytek will once again be attending the gamescom expo in Cologne this year, giving players a chance to go hands-on with their free-to-play military shooter,
Black Gold to Utilize Optional Time-Based Save Monetization | Ten Ton Hammer
Black Gold to Utilize Optional Time-Based Save Monetization | Ten Ton Hammer:
Snail Games takes a bit of a different approach to monetizing Black Gold with paid save options to access certain loot.
Snail Games takes a bit of a different approach to monetizing Black Gold with paid save options to access certain loot.
Trion Worlds confirms closure of Guildford office
Trion Worlds confirms closure of Guildford office:
"Part of its recent company realignment," says director of communications
"Part of its recent company realignment," says director of communications
NPD: 3DS was July's top-selling system in US
NPD: 3DS was July's top-selling system in US:
For third straight month, Nintendo's portable outperforms Xbox 360 and PS3 in the US; Animal Crossing: New Leaf sales hit 660,000, while Luigi's Mansion:
For third straight month, Nintendo's portable outperforms Xbox 360 and PS3 in the US; Animal Crossing: New Leaf sales hit 660,000, while Luigi's Mansion:
NPD: NCAA Football 14 tops slumping July US sales
NPD: NCAA Football 14 tops slumping July US sales:
EA Sports' college football game the month's best-seller in US, followed by Minecraft and The Last of Us; overall industry sales slide 19 percent to $443
EA Sports' college football game the month's best-seller in US, followed by Minecraft and The Last of Us; overall industry sales slide 19 percent to $443
D&D's First Official iPad Game Is Lords Of Waterdeep
D&D's First Official iPad Game Is Lords Of Waterdeep:
Wizards of the Coast has really been on top of Dungeons & Dragons' digital initiative lately. We've seen the launch of the MMO Neverwinter, the first official
Wizards of the Coast has really been on top of Dungeons & Dragons' digital initiative lately. We've seen the launch of the MMO Neverwinter, the first official
NCsoft looking ahead to Lineage Eternal beta, WildStar launch
NCsoft looking ahead to Lineage Eternal beta, WildStar launch:
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, Sci-Fi, Lineage, Lineage 2, MMO Industry, WildStar A couple of additional tidbits came out of this week's NCsoft earnings
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, Sci-Fi, Lineage, Lineage 2, MMO Industry, WildStar A couple of additional tidbits came out of this week's NCsoft earnings
Xbox One delayed in your country? Microsoft confirms importing could work
Xbox One delayed in your country? Microsoft confirms importing could work:
Yesterday's disappointing announcement that the Xbox One would be delayed in eight countries might have a possible...
Yesterday's disappointing announcement that the Xbox One would be delayed in eight countries might have a possible...
Thursday, August 15, 2013
GDC Europe 2013 reminder on next week's packed session line-up
GDC Europe 2013 reminder on next week's packed session line-up:
With GDC Europe 2013 in Cologne less than a week away and the session schedule finalized, organizers have gathered a collection of can't-miss
With GDC Europe 2013 in Cologne less than a week away and the session schedule finalized, organizers have gathered a collection of can't-miss
It's Nearly A Miracle That The New Ultima Exists
It's Nearly A Miracle That The New Ultima Exists:
The back-story behind a new Ultima game should be a horror show: Ultima—beloved role-playing game series designed by the great Richard Garriott
The back-story behind a new Ultima game should be a horror show: Ultima—beloved role-playing game series designed by the great Richard Garriott
Monster World developer Wooga looks back at three years of success on Facebook
Monster World developer Wooga looks back at three years of success on Facebook:
Image via Wooga Three years after the launch of Monster World on Facebook, Wooga has taken a look back at its wildly successful farming game, releasing
Image via Wooga Three years after the launch of Monster World on Facebook, Wooga has taken a look back at its wildly successful farming game, releasing
Falling Skies TV tie-in announced for mobile and consoles next year
Falling Skies TV tie-in announced for mobile and consoles next year:
Developer Little Orbit is bringing the TNT television series Falling Skies to mobile devices and consoles. The tie-in...
Developer Little Orbit is bringing the TNT television series Falling Skies to mobile devices and consoles. The tie-in...
New Turn Based Strategy Game Dogs of War Online Debut
New Turn Based Strategy Game Dogs of War Online Debut:
Cyanide has unveiled their free-to-play turned based arena game -- Dogs War Online, with the launch of official website and Close Beta information. Dogs of War
Cyanide has unveiled their free-to-play turned based arena game -- Dogs War Online, with the launch of official website and Close Beta information. Dogs of War
First Impressions of RuneScape 3 from a returning player
First Impressions of RuneScape 3 from a returning player:
Filed under: Fantasy, Video, Events (In-Game), Expansions, Game Mechanics, Launches, MMO Industry, Patches, Previews, Opinion, RuneScape, Free-to-
Filed under: Fantasy, Video, Events (In-Game), Expansions, Game Mechanics, Launches, MMO Industry, Patches, Previews, Opinion, RuneScape, Free-to-
Dunk Dreams Review
Dunk Dreams Review:
When I was in the fifth grade, I somehow got the idea in my head that I wanted to join the basketball team at school. So I signed up for a weeklong basketball
When I was in the fifth grade, I somehow got the idea in my head that I wanted to join the basketball team at school. So I signed up for a weeklong basketball
App spending to hit $75 billion by 2017
App spending to hit $75 billion by 2017:
Juniper Research projects games to account for $24 billion on their own; in-app purchases to grow to 75% of revenues
Juniper Research projects games to account for $24 billion on their own; in-app purchases to grow to 75% of revenues
Goko's New CEO Talks About Their Failed Past and Future Potential
Goko's New CEO Talks About Their Failed Past and Future Potential:
Since it's become a recurring theme in so many forms of pop culture over the years, it's pretty much a given that people are fascinated when other people or things
Since it's become a recurring theme in so many forms of pop culture over the years, it's pretty much a given that people are fascinated when other people or things
One Of Disney Infinity's Mobile Apps Is Amazing. Not This One.
One Of Disney Infinity's Mobile Apps Is Amazing. Not This One.:
This is Disney Infinity: Action!, a free movie-making, do-it-yourself marketing tool. It's actually rather nifty, but not as nifty as the Disney Infinity: Toy Box app.
This is Disney Infinity: Action!, a free movie-making, do-it-yourself marketing tool. It's actually rather nifty, but not as nifty as the Disney Infinity: Toy Box app.
Firefall: The Beginning of Something Great
Firefall: The Beginning of Something Great:
Now that our Review in Progress series has wrapped up, it's time to reveal our official Firefall review. How did the game fare? Read on to find out!
Now that our Review in Progress series has wrapped up, it's time to reveal our official Firefall review. How did the game fare? Read on to find out!
SEA Phantasy Star Online 2 To Launch in Early 2014
SEA Phantasy Star Online 2 To Launch in Early 2014:
Asiasoft has confirmed to be SEA publisher of Phantasy Star Online 2 in June. Today, more details are revealed. Asiasoft will run PSO2 in six Southeast
Asiasoft has confirmed to be SEA publisher of Phantasy Star Online 2 in June. Today, more details are revealed. Asiasoft will run PSO2 in six Southeast
New iOS Games Tonight: Telekinesis Kyle, Pirate Legends TD and more!
New iOS Games Tonight: Telekinesis Kyle, Pirate Legends TD and more!:
You know how some people are into celebrating Christmas in July? Well I'm all about starting a new tradition of celebrating Halloween in August, and all
You know how some people are into celebrating Christmas in July? Well I'm all about starting a new tradition of celebrating Halloween in August, and all
n-Space names EA vet Dan Tudge as new president
n-Space names EA vet Dan Tudge as new president:
Dragon Age: Origins director steps into role as studio co-founder Dan O'Leary moves to CEO position
Dragon Age: Origins director steps into role as studio co-founder Dan O'Leary moves to CEO position
Former Steam boss Jason Holtman lands at Microsoft
Former Steam boss Jason Holtman lands at Microsoft:
Valve veteran will be focused on "making Windows a great platform for gaming"
Valve veteran will be focused on "making Windows a great platform for gaming"
The Art of Wushu: Climbing the Mount Hua expansion
The Art of Wushu: Climbing the Mount Hua expansion:
Filed under: Historical, Patches, Opinion, Free-to-Play, Hands-On, Age of Wushu, The Art of Wushu, MMORPG I always have misgivings when I'm covering an
Filed under: Historical, Patches, Opinion, Free-to-Play, Hands-On, Age of Wushu, The Art of Wushu, MMORPG I always have misgivings when I'm covering an
Warface Returns to Closed Beta August 21st | Ten Ton Hammer
Warface Returns to Closed Beta August 21st | Ten Ton Hammer:
After quiet few months, Crytek brings Warface back into closed beta testing starting next week at gamescom.
After quiet few months, Crytek brings Warface back into closed beta testing starting next week at gamescom.
What's this?
What's this?:
What's this? Plants Vs. Zombies 2 is already out on iOS? Seems that way.Read more...
What's this? Plants Vs. Zombies 2 is already out on iOS? Seems that way.Read more...
TERA Alliance Content Update Goes Live | Ten Ton Hammer
TERA Alliance Content Update Goes Live | Ten Ton Hammer:
TERA’s new update adds new alliances for players to join. Find out why you should after the jump.
TERA’s new update adds new alliances for players to join. Find out why you should after the jump.
BioWare Details Warzone Changes Coming in SWTOR 2.4 and Beyond | Ten Ton Hammer
BioWare Details Warzone Changes Coming in SWTOR 2.4 and Beyond | Ten Ton Hammer:
Three new Arenas of Death will be making their way to SWTOR in the 2.4 update. Find out all about them.
Three new Arenas of Death will be making their way to SWTOR in the 2.4 update. Find out all about them.
Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn: FFXIV - Group Friendly, Elf-less Community?
Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn: FFXIV - Group Friendly, Elf-less Community?:
Results from a poll posted to the Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn community paint an interesting picture of the community's potential make up. We
Results from a poll posted to the Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn community paint an interesting picture of the community's potential make up. We
NCsoft sales are up, income is down
NCsoft sales are up, income is down:
Filed under: Aion, Lineage, MMO Industry, Guild Wars 2, Miscellaneous NCsoft may be in a more secure position with its financials at the present, as the company
Filed under: Aion, Lineage, MMO Industry, Guild Wars 2, Miscellaneous NCsoft may be in a more secure position with its financials at the present, as the company
Battlefield 4 stats will carry over to next-gen
Battlefield 4 stats will carry over to next-gen:
DICE confirms Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 player statistics will carry over to Xbox One and PlayStation 4 versions of the military shooter. DICE today announced
DICE confirms Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 player statistics will carry over to Xbox One and PlayStation 4 versions of the military shooter. DICE today announced
World of Warcraft: Battle.Net Desktop App Hits Open Beta
World of Warcraft: Battle.Net Desktop App Hits Open Beta:
Blizzard has announced the commencement of the open beta for its new unified desktop launcher/installer. For now, players have the option to use
Blizzard has announced the commencement of the open beta for its new unified desktop launcher/installer. For now, players have the option to use
Hi-Rez revamps SMITE's conquest visuals
Hi-Rez revamps SMITE's conquest visuals:
Filed under: Fantasy, Video, Game Mechanics, MMO Industry, New Titles, Patches, PvP, News Items, Free-to-Play, MOBA Hi-Rez has updated SMITE to
Filed under: Fantasy, Video, Game Mechanics, MMO Industry, New Titles, Patches, PvP, News Items, Free-to-Play, MOBA Hi-Rez has updated SMITE to
Divergence Online: Pricing Model Announced
Divergence Online: Pricing Model Announced:
Divergence Online has been garnering some very positive attention lately. One of the big announcements that any game can make is the pricing model. We have
Divergence Online has been garnering some very positive attention lately. One of the big announcements that any game can make is the pricing model. We have
Koch Media: When the Saints come marching in
Koch Media: When the Saints come marching in:
Dr. Klemens Kundratitz on the changes its THQ acquisitions are bringing to the company
Dr. Klemens Kundratitz on the changes its THQ acquisitions are bringing to the company
Veteran Commander Announced for Raven in Elsword
Veteran Commander Announced for Raven in Elsword:
Kill3rCombo has revealed its newest class for one of the most popular characters in Elsword, Raven. Becoming a Veteran Commander makes Raven a
Kill3rCombo has revealed its newest class for one of the most popular characters in Elsword, Raven. Becoming a Veteran Commander makes Raven a
New C9 expansion adding dungeons, epic items, higher level cap
New C9 expansion adding dungeons, epic items, higher level cap:
Filed under: Fantasy, Trailers, Video, Expansions, Game Mechanics, PvE, Free-to-Play, Dungeons Webzen wants you to know about the third expansion of
Filed under: Fantasy, Trailers, Video, Expansions, Game Mechanics, PvE, Free-to-Play, Dungeons Webzen wants you to know about the third expansion of
In-game purchases come to Counter-Strike: Global Offensive
In-game purchases come to Counter-Strike: Global Offensive:
Valve has rolled a user-to-user marketplace feature for CS:GO, including the purchase and sale of weapons, decorations and a promise for upcoming
Valve has rolled a user-to-user marketplace feature for CS:GO, including the purchase and sale of weapons, decorations and a promise for upcoming
Retail isn't going away - Ubisoft digital head
Retail isn't going away - Ubisoft digital head:
Chris Early says brick-and-mortar does some things better than digital; Ubi is experimenting with episodic titles
Chris Early says brick-and-mortar does some things better than digital; Ubi is experimenting with episodic titles
Wednesday, August 14, 2013
UK now has 20m mobile gamers, and two thirds play in the living room
UK now has 20m mobile gamers, and two thirds play in the living room:
There are now 20m monthly active mobile gamers in the UK, and 6.2m who play on their smartphones almost every day, according to a report from market research firm comScore.
There are now 20m monthly active mobile gamers in the UK, and 6.2m who play on their smartphones almost every day, according to a report from market research firm comScore.
Crescent Moon Games Teases New Mines of Mars Trailer
Crescent Moon Games Teases New Mines of Mars Trailer:
Mines of Mars has been announced by Crescent Moon Games in April of this year, and many of you guys are pretty stoked for it. Here is a new trailer for this
Mines of Mars has been announced by Crescent Moon Games in April of this year, and many of you guys are pretty stoked for it. Here is a new trailer for this
Galactic Reign goes offline, while studio status remains unclear
Galactic Reign goes offline, while studio status remains unclear:
While Slant Six's Galactic Reign is slated to be removed from the Windows Store by August 15th, questions remain over whether the studio is still standing. ...
While Slant Six's Galactic Reign is slated to be removed from the Windows Store by August 15th, questions remain over whether the studio is still standing. ...
HeroesGo to Kick Off Open Beta on August 30th!
HeroesGo to Kick Off Open Beta on August 30th!:
Exciting beta time again! The highly anticipated action MMORG HeroesGo frin ESTsoft will enter its Open Beta phase on August 30 th, 2013. HeroesGo has
Exciting beta time again! The highly anticipated action MMORG HeroesGo frin ESTsoft will enter its Open Beta phase on August 30 th, 2013. HeroesGo has
The Cameo Characters Are the Only Special Thing about Onimusha Soul
The Cameo Characters Are the Only Special Thing about Onimusha Soul:
Late last week we took a look at the scores of famous Capcom characters that have gotten samurai redesigns in the online social game Onimusha Soul. But
Late last week we took a look at the scores of famous Capcom characters that have gotten samurai redesigns in the online social game Onimusha Soul. But
As online reg ends, Ubisoft, mobile talks added to GDC Europe 2013
As online reg ends, Ubisoft, mobile talks added to GDC Europe 2013:
With discounted online registration for GDC Europe 2013 ending tomorrow, organizers have announced several more notable sessions from online and mobile
With discounted online registration for GDC Europe 2013 ending tomorrow, organizers have announced several more notable sessions from online and mobile
Amateur Surgeon 3 Review
Amateur Surgeon 3 Review:
Ah, the life of a surgeon: having people's lives in the palm of your hand, wearing that prestigious white doctor's coat, and raking in those big paychecks so you
Ah, the life of a surgeon: having people's lives in the palm of your hand, wearing that prestigious white doctor's coat, and raking in those big paychecks so you
Yoshinori Ono's Interview: Talks Monster Hunter Online
Yoshinori Ono's Interview: Talks Monster Hunter Online:
Yoshinori Ono is famous for producing many classic games, like Street Fighter series, Monster Hunter Frontier Online etc. Currently he is busy with the
Yoshinori Ono is famous for producing many classic games, like Street Fighter series, Monster Hunter Frontier Online etc. Currently he is busy with the
How One Chinese Publisher Is Going Global
How One Chinese Publisher Is Going Global:
The Chinese game market is a crazy and chaotic one. With consoles banned and rampant piracy, it's hard to imagine breaking into the China market. Yet, the
The Chinese game market is a crazy and chaotic one. With consoles banned and rampant piracy, it's hard to imagine breaking into the China market. Yet, the
Mikey Hooks Review
Mikey Hooks Review:
It's fair to say that we liked last year's Mikey Shorts. It was a precision-perfect platformer that had something for everyone - speedrunners, collectors,
It's fair to say that we liked last year's Mikey Shorts. It was a precision-perfect platformer that had something for everyone - speedrunners, collectors,
Freak Tower Review
Freak Tower Review:
Being the landlord (at least a responsible one) of a hybrid commercial/residential isn't easy. Keeping the tenants happy is a constant struggle in itself; to say nothing
Being the landlord (at least a responsible one) of a hybrid commercial/residential isn't easy. Keeping the tenants happy is a constant struggle in itself; to say nothing
Albion Online: A True Cross-Platform Sandbox MMO
Albion Online: A True Cross-Platform Sandbox MMO:
Albion Online has been flying under the radar but Stefan Wiezorek is ready to reveal more about this cross-platform sandbox MMO. We scored an exclusive
Albion Online has been flying under the radar but Stefan Wiezorek is ready to reveal more about this cross-platform sandbox MMO. We scored an exclusive
Ultima Forever: Quest for the Avatar Review
Ultima Forever: Quest for the Avatar Review:
The Ultima series is kind of like that girl you had a crush on back in high school: pretty awesome back in the day, but not the same after letting herself go in more
The Ultima series is kind of like that girl you had a crush on back in high school: pretty awesome back in the day, but not the same after letting herself go in more
English Version of Fantasy Frontier - Aura Kingdom Announced
English Version of Fantasy Frontier - Aura Kingdom Announced:
The highly anticipated Taiwanese 3D fantasy MMORPG Fantasy Frontier today finally got its English version by Aeria Games -- Aura Kingdom. The same
The highly anticipated Taiwanese 3D fantasy MMORPG Fantasy Frontier today finally got its English version by Aeria Games -- Aura Kingdom. The same
Tree of Savior (Project R1) To Start Closed Beta This Year
Tree of Savior (Project R1) To Start Closed Beta This Year:
Known as Project R1, the game run by NHN Games finally got an official name: Tree of Savior (Korean Name). The upcoming 2.5D fantasy MMO was first
Known as Project R1, the game run by NHN Games finally got an official name: Tree of Savior (Korean Name). The upcoming 2.5D fantasy MMO was first
Atlantica Online: A JRPG Throwback
Atlantica Online: A JRPG Throwback:
Atlantica Online has been out for a few years now and has seen its share of improvements, updates and expansions. We take another look at Atlantica Online
Atlantica Online has been out for a few years now and has seen its share of improvements, updates and expansions. We take another look at Atlantica Online
Legends of Norrath Teases Drakkinshard | Ten Ton Hammer
Legends of Norrath Teases Drakkinshard | Ten Ton Hammer:
SOE offers a look at Drakinshard’s story following the aftermath of the arrival of a chunk of Cazic Thule in the Serpent’s Spine Mountains.
SOE offers a look at Drakinshard’s story following the aftermath of the arrival of a chunk of Cazic Thule in the Serpent’s Spine Mountains.
Zynga announces closure of Zynga Slingo on Facebook
Zynga announces closure of Zynga Slingo on Facebook:
Image via Zynga Zynga has quietly announced the closure of Zynga Slingo on Facebook, scheduled for later this month. While Zynga Slingo has over 3.5
Image via Zynga Zynga has quietly announced the closure of Zynga Slingo on Facebook, scheduled for later this month. While Zynga Slingo has over 3.5
Ooh Ouya! Testing MMOs on a $99 console
Ooh Ouya! Testing MMOs on a $99 console:
Filed under: Fantasy, Sci-Fi, MMO Industry, Previews, Opinion, Free-to-Play, Hands-On, Consoles, Casual, First Impressions My big birthday present this
Filed under: Fantasy, Sci-Fi, MMO Industry, Previews, Opinion, Free-to-Play, Hands-On, Consoles, Casual, First Impressions My big birthday present this
Guild Wars 2: Player Decision
Guild Wars 2: Player Decision:
Players are always clamoring for the ability to effect change in the games they play. ArenaNet gave it to Guild Wars 2 players recently with the election season
Players are always clamoring for the ability to effect change in the games they play. ArenaNet gave it to Guild Wars 2 players recently with the election season
Beyond the free-to-play debate: Exploitative game design
Beyond the free-to-play debate: Exploitative game design:
An in-depth look at how games exploit players with their designs, a rallying cry to stop doing it, and a rumination on the fact that while free-to-play gets the blame,
An in-depth look at how games exploit players with their designs, a rallying cry to stop doing it, and a rumination on the fact that while free-to-play gets the blame,
Organ Trail: Director's Cut's sales and revenue figures, one year on
Organ Trail: Director's Cut's sales and revenue figures, one year on:
Hard stats on the game's performance on Steam, iOS, Android, Ouya -- and what being part of the Humble Bundle contributed to both sales numbers and as share of revenue. ...
Hard stats on the game's performance on Steam, iOS, Android, Ouya -- and what being part of the Humble Bundle contributed to both sales numbers and as share of revenue. ...
Blog: Game funding should come from developers as well as publishers
Blog: Game funding should come from developers as well as publishers:
Indie Fund is developer-run, and Notch offered to fund Psychonauts 2 semi-seriously. Can and should developers take a more active role in funding?
Indie Fund is developer-run, and Notch offered to fund Psychonauts 2 semi-seriously. Can and should developers take a more active role in funding?
King shuts old Saga games down to keep the franchise rolling
King shuts old Saga games down to keep the franchise rolling:
King is shutting a number of its earlier Saga games down to make way for the newer titles, and to reallocate resources that these games demand on a daily
King is shutting a number of its earlier Saga games down to make way for the newer titles, and to reallocate resources that these games demand on a daily
End times for walled gardens
End times for walled gardens:
Consoles are starting to allow cross-platform gaming, and it will change the market forever
Consoles are starting to allow cross-platform gaming, and it will change the market forever
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