Infographic: The Global Mobile Landscape:
Together with mobile games marketing platform AppLift, we have developed an extensive infographic featuring key global and regional mobile games metrics. This new joint market investigates the appeal of different regions for mobile game publishers and sheds light onto growth opportunities, monetization potential and user acquisition costs.
Wednesday, October 30, 2013
The Nintendo Wii U continues to sell poorly
The Nintendo Wii U continues to sell poorly:
Although Nintendo swung to profits for the first half of the 2013 fiscal year, the company admitted that its Nintendo Wii U console is still selling rather poorly, and
Although Nintendo swung to profits for the first half of the 2013 fiscal year, the company admitted that its Nintendo Wii U console is still selling rather poorly, and
Korean MOBA Core Masters Second Closed Beta Gameplay Review
Korean MOBA Core Masters Second Closed Beta Gameplay Review:
The popular Korean AOS MOBA Core Masters has just ended its Second Closed Beta in Korea. If you think Korean
The popular Korean AOS MOBA Core Masters has just ended its Second Closed Beta in Korea. If you think Korean
Madoka Magica Online Is a Cute (if Derivative) Social Game
Madoka Magica Online Is a Cute (if Derivative) Social Game:
In preparation for the release of Madoka Magica: Rebellion in Japanese theaters this past weekend, I decided to look at one of the series' forays into the gaming
In preparation for the release of Madoka Magica: Rebellion in Japanese theaters this past weekend, I decided to look at one of the series' forays into the gaming
Learn everything you need to know about the app business at ADC
Learn everything you need to know about the app business at ADC:
Talks by App Annie on app store trends, GamesAnalytics on analytics-driven design, and Mindgrub CEO on six steps
Talks by App Annie on app store trends, GamesAnalytics on analytics-driven design, and Mindgrub CEO on six steps
Why one developer decided he was done with the iOS App Store
Why one developer decided he was done with the iOS App Store:
Is iOS becoming an untenable market for all but the biggest of mobile developers? PWN developer Erik Asmussen thinks so, in a postmortem explaining why he's
Is iOS becoming an untenable market for all but the biggest of mobile developers? PWN developer Erik Asmussen thinks so, in a postmortem explaining why he's
Do publishers have a place on mobile?
Do publishers have a place on mobile?:
Supercell board member Kristian Segarstrale says they're not needed now, but may serve a purpose in the future
Supercell board member Kristian Segarstrale says they're not needed now, but may serve a purpose in the future
General: Naruto Saga Open Beta Kicks Off
General: Naruto Saga Open Beta Kicks Off:
Fans of the Naruto anime series and of MMOs will definitely want to check out the open beta of Naruto Saga Online. The open beta has kicked off with an
Fans of the Naruto anime series and of MMOs will definitely want to check out the open beta of Naruto Saga Online. The open beta has kicked off with an
The Next Generation Fantasy MMORPG - The Lost Titans To Launch On Oct 31st
The Next Generation Fantasy MMORPG - The Lost Titans To Launch On Oct 31st:
GBE Games today announced that the popular browser-based fantasy MMORPG, The Lost Titans, will be
GBE Games today announced that the popular browser-based fantasy MMORPG, The Lost Titans, will be
Enter The Demon World in The Aurora World
Enter The Demon World in The Aurora World:
The Aurora World has opened up the new contents for level 79 - the Demon World. You have battle valiantly and defeated the hordes of evil that made themselves
The Aurora World has opened up the new contents for level 79 - the Demon World. You have battle valiantly and defeated the hordes of evil that made themselves
3 New Gameplay Videos of Legend of Figthers Showing Great Fighting Experience
3 New Gameplay Videos of Legend of Figthers Showing Great Fighting Experience:
Legend of Fighters KR kicked off second beta test on Oct 24th. The same as the first test, this test focused on stress test
Legend of Fighters KR kicked off second beta test on Oct 24th. The same as the first test, this test focused on stress test
The Tiniest Gaming Keyboard You Ever Did See
The Tiniest Gaming Keyboard You Ever Did See:
Who says a tablet-sized keyboard has to be rectangular, lifeless, and look like the inside of a leather case? Not Mad Catz. I reckon if they did say that it could
Who says a tablet-sized keyboard has to be rectangular, lifeless, and look like the inside of a leather case? Not Mad Catz. I reckon if they did say that it could
Uncharted Waters Online Service Migrating to OGPlanet | Ten Ton Hammer
Uncharted Waters Online Service Migrating to OGPlanet | Ten Ton Hammer:
Uncharted Waters Online sets sail for new waters this Fall as Netmarble service discontinues for a planned re-
Uncharted Waters Online sets sail for new waters this Fall as Netmarble service discontinues for a planned re-
Critiquing StarCraft II and League of Legends' player ranking
Critiquing StarCraft II and League of Legends' player ranking:
Klei Entertainment designer and avid online player James Lantz takes an in-depth look at the flows in how League of
Klei Entertainment designer and avid online player James Lantz takes an in-depth look at the flows in how League of
Heroes & Havoc Review
Heroes & Havoc Review:
Mobage and free-to-play mobile games have been, and always will be, a thing. On the one hand it means we can pretty much know what to expect before ever loading up one of their titles. On the other
Mobage and free-to-play mobile games have been, and always will be, a thing. On the one hand it means we can pretty much know what to expect before ever loading up one of their titles. On the other
Spirit Stones Review
Spirit Stones Review:
Generally speaking, match-three gamers don't run with role-playing gamers or trading card gamers, but Gamevil, one of South Korea's largest mobile game publishers, plans to alter that. Aiming to
Generally speaking, match-three gamers don't run with role-playing gamers or trading card gamers, but Gamevil, one of South Korea's largest mobile game publishers, plans to alter that. Aiming to
What A Strange Place For A Batman: Arkham Origins Crossover
What A Strange Place For A Batman: Arkham Origins Crossover:
With the recent release of the third game in the award-winning Batman: Arkham series upon us, there are plenty of places
With the recent release of the third game in the award-winning Batman: Arkham series upon us, there are plenty of places
Fright Heights Review
Fright Heights Review:
A lot of justifiable complaints are leveled against modern games' obsession with tutorials. Those of us that grew up plugging a cartridge into an NES and then praying for clarity tend to get
A lot of justifiable complaints are leveled against modern games' obsession with tutorials. Those of us that grew up plugging a cartridge into an NES and then praying for clarity tend to get
Mega Dead Pixel Review
Mega Dead Pixel Review:
We've done endless runners, and endless jumpers, and endless shooters, and all sorts of other endless objectives in video games. How about a little bit of endless falling? Mega Dead Pixel tasks
We've done endless runners, and endless jumpers, and endless shooters, and all sorts of other endless objectives in video games. How about a little bit of endless falling? Mega Dead Pixel tasks
Asian markets "two years ahead" of West in mobile monetization
Asian markets "two years ahead" of West in mobile monetization:
Venture partners talk about where they see money making opportunities in the future.
Venture partners talk about where they see money making opportunities in the future.
Tower of Nightmares Arrives in Guild Wars 2
Tower of Nightmares Arrives in Guild Wars 2:
Today, ArenaNet brings its third content update of the month to life in Guild Wars 2, as players logging in to Tyria will be haunted by Tower of Nightmares. New
Today, ArenaNet brings its third content update of the month to life in Guild Wars 2, as players logging in to Tyria will be haunted by Tower of Nightmares. New
Defiance Arkbreaker DLC lands in December
Defiance Arkbreaker DLC lands in December:
Filed under: Real-Life, Sci-Fi, Expansions, PvP, News Items, PvE, Consoles, Post-Apocalyptic, Miscellaneous, Defiance, MMORPG, Buy-
Filed under: Real-Life, Sci-Fi, Expansions, PvP, News Items, PvE, Consoles, Post-Apocalyptic, Miscellaneous, Defiance, MMORPG, Buy-
Apple posts first earnings decline in 11 years
Apple posts first earnings decline in 11 years:
Apple ended the 2013 fiscal year with its first earnings decline in 11 years, the company revealed this week -- although its next quarter is looking bullish. ...
Apple ended the 2013 fiscal year with its first earnings decline in 11 years, the company revealed this week -- although its next quarter is looking bullish. ...
Rumble CEO: Tablets will be the clear winner of the console war
Rumble CEO: Tablets will be the clear winner of the console war:
Nexon invests in Rumble Entertainment as it closes a $17.5 million second round of funding.
Nexon invests in Rumble Entertainment as it closes a $17.5 million second round of funding.
Neverwinter: The Ranger We've Been Waiting For
Neverwinter: The Ranger We've Been Waiting For:
It comes as no surprise to most that the first new class to be added to Cryptic's Neverwinter is the much asked-for Ranger. We had the opportunity to check
It comes as no surprise to most that the first new class to be added to Cryptic's Neverwinter is the much asked-for Ranger. We had the opportunity to check
EA Cancels Command & Conquer
EA Cancels Command & Conquer:
And another Command & Conquer game bites the dust: EA has just axed the latest in the longrunning strategy series, the company announced today.
And another Command & Conquer game bites the dust: EA has just axed the latest in the longrunning strategy series, the company announced today.
SEA Players Now Are Able to Play on International Ragnarok Online Servers
SEA Players Now Are Able to Play on International Ragnarok Online Servers:
Malaysia Ragnarok Online (mRO) announced server shutdown on Oct 2nd, and Malaysian and Singaporean
Malaysia Ragnarok Online (mRO) announced server shutdown on Oct 2nd, and Malaysian and Singaporean
RuneScape Claims Gold Farming Nearly Eradicated | Ten Ton Hammer
RuneScape Claims Gold Farming Nearly Eradicated | Ten Ton Hammer:
Jagex claims to be winning the war against gold sellers in RuneScape since the launch of its Bonds.
Jagex claims to be winning the war against gold sellers in RuneScape since the launch of its Bonds.
Consoles and mobile devices merging, says Nexon CFO
Consoles and mobile devices merging, says Nexon CFO:
Owen Mahoney says the power gap is closing fast, talks about the wrong approach to free-to-play
Owen Mahoney says the power gap is closing fast, talks about the wrong approach to free-to-play
Marvel Heroes: Loki Joins the Cast in Asgard
Marvel Heroes: Loki Joins the Cast in Asgard:
The Marvel Heroes story continues next week with a major update to the game bringing players into Asgard. We've got all the details and even some exclusive juicy
The Marvel Heroes story continues next week with a major update to the game bringing players into Asgard. We've got all the details and even some exclusive juicy
Grand Theft Auto V a sales milestone for Take-Two
Grand Theft Auto V a sales milestone for Take-Two:
Publisher Take-Two had a huge financial quarter, thanks to sales of blockbuster title Grand Theft Auto V that drove over a billion dollars in revenue. ...
Publisher Take-Two had a huge financial quarter, thanks to sales of blockbuster title Grand Theft Auto V that drove over a billion dollars in revenue. ...
EA boosts digital revenues in Q2
EA boosts digital revenues in Q2:
Publisher loses $273 million but games like Plants vs. Zombies 2 and Real Racing 3 continue to bring in huge digital sales
Publisher loses $273 million but games like Plants vs. Zombies 2 and Real Racing 3 continue to bring in huge digital sales
Worldwide industry sales to reach $93 billion in 2013 - Report
Worldwide industry sales to reach $93 billion in 2013 - Report:
Total worldwide industry sales for 2013 will reach $93 billion, up from $79 billion in 2012, according to a new report released by research firm Gartner Inc.
Total worldwide industry sales for 2013 will reach $93 billion, up from $79 billion in 2012, according to a new report released by research firm Gartner Inc.
RIFT merges away English EU servers, then adds another one
RIFT merges away English EU servers, then adds another one:
Filed under: Fantasy, Culture, News Items, Free-to-Play, RIFT. Remember when RIFT merged servers recently? You might not have noticed, but it also
Filed under: Fantasy, Culture, News Items, Free-to-Play, RIFT. Remember when RIFT merged servers recently? You might not have noticed, but it also
Korean News and Beta Test Announcements
- Mgame “Darkfall” enters Korea and Japan OBT on October 30.
- Wemade MMORPG “Icarus” ends last CBT.
- Kunlun 3D MMORPG “Jeoldae Ssangyo” starts OBT on November 5.
Tuesday, October 29, 2013
MMObility: Combat Monsters still needs some tweaking
MMObility: Combat Monsters still needs some tweaking:
Filed under: Fantasy, Bugs, Game Mechanics, Launches, New Titles, Previews, PvP, Opinion, Hands-On, Trading Card Games, First Impressions,
Filed under: Fantasy, Bugs, Game Mechanics, Launches, New Titles, Previews, PvP, Opinion, Hands-On, Trading Card Games, First Impressions,
Pandora Saga: Astian Battle Arena and New Level Cap Announced
Pandora Saga: Astian Battle Arena and New Level Cap Announced:
The Pandora Saga: Age of Discord -- Astian Battle Arena team has announced that a new battle arena that pits up to forty
The Pandora Saga: Age of Discord -- Astian Battle Arena team has announced that a new battle arena that pits up to forty
Kixeye talks Backyard Monsters Unleashed, mobile strategy
Kixeye talks Backyard Monsters Unleashed, mobile strategy:
Image via Kixeye With Backyard Monsters Unleashed launching on mobile next week, Kixeye’s CMO, Brandon Barber, sat down with Inside Mobile Apps to talk
Image via Kixeye With Backyard Monsters Unleashed launching on mobile next week, Kixeye’s CMO, Brandon Barber, sat down with Inside Mobile Apps to talk
Stick & Play lets you create games playable in Facebook News Feeds
Stick & Play lets you create games playable in Facebook News Feeds:
Image via Stick & Play Stick & Play has announced its new Facebook feed gaming service of the same name,
Image via Stick & Play Stick & Play has announced its new Facebook feed gaming service of the same name,
PS4's DC Universe Online to support Vita remote play
PS4's DC Universe Online to support Vita remote play:
Just today, Sony confirmed the PS4's 300MB day one patch will enable Remote Play with the PlayStation Vita. With this,...
Just today, Sony confirmed the PS4's 300MB day one patch will enable Remote Play with the PlayStation Vita. With this,...
Blog: Finding success in the kids' games market on iOS
Blog: Finding success in the kids' games market on iOS:
Fruit Ninja meets math: Factor Samurai has steady revenue and was developed quickly. Joseph Baird discusses how he made a success of a kids' game on iOS.
Fruit Ninja meets math: Factor Samurai has steady revenue and was developed quickly. Joseph Baird discusses how he made a success of a kids' game on iOS.
Mediabistro’s Inside Network Launches GPlusData Pro for In-Depth Google Plus Analytics
Mediabistro’s Inside Network Launches GPlusData Pro for In-Depth Google Plus Analytics:
The following is a promotional post for a paid Mediabistro product. Mediabistro announced that its GPlusData.com
The following is a promotional post for a paid Mediabistro product. Mediabistro announced that its GPlusData.com
eSports @ GDC Next includes Riot, Turtle Ent, Twitch, Day
eSports @ GDC Next includes Riot, Turtle Ent, Twitch, Day:
Next week's GDC Next in LA has major talks planned to discuss the explosive popularity of eSports, the data behind the events, and how your game can get in on
Next week's GDC Next in LA has major talks planned to discuss the explosive popularity of eSports, the data behind the events, and how your game can get in on
A look at the PlanetSide 2 World Domination Series
A look at the PlanetSide 2 World Domination Series:
Filed under: Betas, Events (In-Game), Game Mechanics, Interviews, Previews, PvP, War, Free-to-Play, MMOFPS, PlanetSide 2 PlanetSide 2 players have
Filed under: Betas, Events (In-Game), Game Mechanics, Interviews, Previews, PvP, War, Free-to-Play, MMOFPS, PlanetSide 2 PlanetSide 2 players have
Brazil: New Consoles Have It All To Play For
Brazil: New Consoles Have It All To Play For:
It may have the cheaper console, but Microsoft again fumbled its marketing message at the Brasil Game Show
It may have the cheaper console, but Microsoft again fumbled its marketing message at the Brasil Game Show
Korean News and Beta Test Announcements
- KOG action online game “Elsword” starts Philippine service via Garena on October 17.
- Thing Soft cartoon rendering MMORPG “Project NT” get official name of “Peria Chronicles,” to be introduced in G-star 2013.
- Mgame “Darkfall” holds Korea-Japan open rehearsal on October 28 prior to OBT on October 30.
- Domestic mobile game market occupy 10% of the entire game market in Korea.
- GameHi 2013 3Q sales: 12,800,000,000 won, operating income: 4,400,000,000 won, net income: 4,500,000,000 won.
- YJ Network smartphone card battle game “Kangho Yeongwoongjeon” released in T-store.
Browser-based Blood and Jade opens beta doors
Browser-based Blood and Jade opens beta doors:
Filed under: Betas, MMO Industry, New Titles, News Items, Free-to-Play, Browser Although browser-based Blood and Jade just barely kicked off alpha testing two
Filed under: Betas, MMO Industry, New Titles, News Items, Free-to-Play, Browser Although browser-based Blood and Jade just barely kicked off alpha testing two
General: Mighty Quest for Epic Loot Haunted Halloween Open House
General: Mighty Quest for Epic Loot Haunted Halloween Open House:
Players dying to know how the Mighty Quest for Epic Loot plays and who have been unlucky in closed beta selection,
Players dying to know how the Mighty Quest for Epic Loot plays and who have been unlucky in closed beta selection,
Sunshine Bay Review
Sunshine Bay Review:
Nothing like a seaside getaway! Too bad you're not here to soak up the rays. Sunshine Bay puts you in the managerial shoes at a resort where people come to kick back and relax. It's your job to make
Nothing like a seaside getaway! Too bad you're not here to soak up the rays. Sunshine Bay puts you in the managerial shoes at a resort where people come to kick back and relax. It's your job to make
Activision's Blur comes to mobile through Marmalade partnership
Activision's Blur comes to mobile through Marmalade partnership:
Cross-platform development tools company Marmalade today launched a new publishing division, through which it
Cross-platform development tools company Marmalade today launched a new publishing division, through which it
Trading Card Game HEX: Shards of Fate Goes Worldwide!
Trading Card Game HEX: Shards of Fate Goes Worldwide!:
Game Developer Cryptozoic Entertainment today revealed strategic new partnerships with Germany-based Gameforge and Philippines-based Level
Game Developer Cryptozoic Entertainment today revealed strategic new partnerships with Germany-based Gameforge and Philippines-based Level
Some Assembly Required: Is Black Desert the new ArcheAge?
Some Assembly Required: Is Black Desert the new ArcheAge?:
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, Classes, Game Mechanics, MMO Industry, New Titles, PvP, Endgame, PvE, Opinion, ArcheAge, Some Assembly Required,
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, Classes, Game Mechanics, MMO Industry, New Titles, PvP, Endgame, PvE, Opinion, ArcheAge, Some Assembly Required,
This Week in China: How Rhythm Master hit 16m DAU, a headcount of mobile game users in China, and more!
This Week in China: How Rhythm Master hit 16m DAU, a headcount of mobile game users in China, and more!:
It's a great big world out there, and game development is happening in all of it.
It's a great big world out there, and game development is happening in all of it.
Mechanist Games Answers Questions on Recent City of Steam Happenings | Ten Ton Hammer
Mechanist Games Answers Questions on Recent City of Steam Happenings | Ten Ton Hammer:
Mechanist Games opens up about City of Steam’s upcoming relaunch and former
Mechanist Games opens up about City of Steam’s upcoming relaunch and former
GDC 2014 Summit submission deadline extended to Nov 1st
GDC 2014 Summit submission deadline extended to Nov 1st:
Due to repeated requests, GDC organizers have extended the call for submissions deadline to November 1, 2013 for Summits talks, which will take
Due to repeated requests, GDC organizers have extended the call for submissions deadline to November 1, 2013 for Summits talks, which will take
EVE Online: Crossing the Rubicon
EVE Online: Crossing the Rubicon:
During last weekend's EVE Online event in Las Vegas, we had the opportunity to find out more about the next expansion, Rubicon. We've got lots to tell so head
During last weekend's EVE Online event in Las Vegas, we had the opportunity to find out more about the next expansion, Rubicon. We've got lots to tell so head
Final Fantasy XIV tops 1.5M registered users
Final Fantasy XIV tops 1.5M registered users:
Filed under: Fantasy, Events (In-Game), MMO Industry, Final Fantasy XIV, Subscription Final Fantasy XIV is going strong even with the subscription-only
Filed under: Fantasy, Events (In-Game), MMO Industry, Final Fantasy XIV, Subscription Final Fantasy XIV is going strong even with the subscription-only
Kritika JP Now Is Recruiting 8,000 Testers For Upcoming First Beta Test
Kritika JP Now Is Recruiting 8,000 Testers For Upcoming First Beta Test
Operated by Gameon in Japan, Kritika JP's first beta recruitment(2013.10.25 ~ 2013.11.06) now is live while the beta will
Operated by Gameon in Japan, Kritika JP's first beta recruitment(2013.10.25 ~ 2013.11.06) now is live while the beta will
CROSSFIRE SEA Oct Patch Update Highlights Predator Mode
CROSSFIRE SEA Oct Patch Update Highlights Predator Mode:
CROSSFIRE SEA have released its first updated content on the 24th Oct 2013, 3:00PM (GMT +8) since the commercial
CROSSFIRE SEA have released its first updated content on the 24th Oct 2013, 3:00PM (GMT +8) since the commercial
ChangYou's profits flatten as user numbers decline
ChangYou's profits flatten as user numbers decline:
Chinese online company pledges marketing investment in Q4
Chinese online company pledges marketing investment in Q4
Blog: Core loops in mid-core games
Blog: Core loops in mid-core games:
Michail Katkoff offers a look at the kinds of mechanics that work in the fabled mid-core game -- with a dive into Clash of Clans and Kixeye's meta game, among
Michail Katkoff offers a look at the kinds of mechanics that work in the fabled mid-core game -- with a dive into Clash of Clans and Kixeye's meta game, among
OBJ Enterprises acquires Novalon Games
OBJ Enterprises acquires Novalon Games:
OBJE anticipates new hires and more acquisitions as it builds gaming portoflio
OBJE anticipates new hires and more acquisitions as it builds gaming portoflio
The Playforge lays off staff, halts new development
The Playforge lays off staff, halts new development:
Zombie Farm developer forced to shelve new projects
Zombie Farm developer forced to shelve new projects
Dragon Nest NA and EU Launch New Update Contents
Dragon Nest NA and EU Launch New Update Contents:
As Halloween is around the corner, Dragon Nest NA and EU all launch content update for the popular title. DN fans now get your attention here to find
As Halloween is around the corner, Dragon Nest NA and EU all launch content update for the popular title. DN fans now get your attention here to find
Samsung solicits devs for its home media ecosystem
Samsung solicits devs for its home media ecosystem:
Kicking off its first ever developer conference today in San Francisco, consumer electronics heavyweight Samsung began its first major push to
Kicking off its first ever developer conference today in San Francisco, consumer electronics heavyweight Samsung began its first major push to
Not So Massively: Star Citizen expands alpha, D3's Mystic revealed, and Path of Exile launches
Not So Massively: Star Citizen expands alpha, D3's Mystic revealed, and Path of Exile launches:
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, Sci-Fi, Video, Business Models, Expansions, Game
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, Sci-Fi, Video, Business Models, Expansions, Game
Nexon KR Will Feature DotA 2, Project NT and a Mobile Game at G-star 2013
Nexon KR Will Feature DotA 2, Project NT and a Mobile Game at G-star 2013:
In this upcoming biggest game exhibition in Korean, G-Star, Nexon KR announced it will mainly showcased two online
In this upcoming biggest game exhibition in Korean, G-Star, Nexon KR announced it will mainly showcased two online
The Most Terrifying Week In Gaming Apps Of The Year
The Most Terrifying Week In Gaming Apps Of The Year:
They are coming. You can hear them shambling by your window. Their ragged nails scraping across your door. Their spiriting knocking and shouting of "trick or
They are coming. You can hear them shambling by your window. Their ragged nails scraping across your door. Their spiriting knocking and shouting of "trick or
Asiasoft Announces Strategic Partnership with YY Inc. and S2 Games
Asiasoft Announces Strategic Partnership with YY Inc. and S2 Games:
Asiasoft today announced a strategic partnership with YY Inc., a revolutionary rich communication social platform, and
Asiasoft today announced a strategic partnership with YY Inc., a revolutionary rich communication social platform, and
Study: 75% Of Kids Under Age 8 Use Mobile Devices
Study: 75% Of Kids Under Age 8 Use Mobile Devices:
There's been an explosion of mobile technology use among young children in the past two years, even as overall media exposure is declining. According to a
There's been an explosion of mobile technology use among young children in the past two years, even as overall media exposure is declining. According to a
Hearthstone - Why It’s Worth Your Time
Hearthstone - Why It’s Worth Your Time:
Hearthstone: Heroes of Warcraft is a MMO Trading Card Game, or an MMOTCG developed and published by Blizzard, the people who brought you
Hearthstone: Heroes of Warcraft is a MMO Trading Card Game, or an MMOTCG developed and published by Blizzard, the people who brought you
Blade and Soul CN Review: Is the Long Wait Truly Worthwhile or Should It Just Bite the Dust
Blade and Soul CN Review: Is the Long Wait Truly Worthwhile or Should It Just Bite the Dust:
I am Jimmy or aka Aspenach and I was one of the fortunate players that managed to enjoy Blade and Soul China since the
I am Jimmy or aka Aspenach and I was one of the fortunate players that managed to enjoy Blade and Soul China since the
Black Desert Online 1st CBT Review
Black Desert Online 1st CBT Review:
Aspenach (see ref 1) has written a general introduction and review on the 1st CBT of Black Desert Online which ended on 23rd Oct. In this review, I will
Aspenach (see ref 1) has written a general introduction and review on the 1st CBT of Black Desert Online which ended on 23rd Oct. In this review, I will
Betawatch: October 19 - 25, 2013
Betawatch: October 19 - 25, 2013:
Filed under: Betas, MMO Industry, News Items, Betawatch, Miscellaneous It's beta time, ladies and gentlemen, and there's been a lot of fuss this week about the first beta for Black Desert in South Korea.
Filed under: Betas, MMO Industry, News Items, Betawatch, Miscellaneous It's beta time, ladies and gentlemen, and there's been a lot of fuss this week about the first beta for Black Desert in South Korea.
The Game Archaeologist: Classic MMOs in October
The Game Archaeologist: Classic MMOs in October:
Filed under: Asheron's Call, Dark Age of Camelot, EverQuest, Lineage 2, News Items, Ultima Online, The Game Archaeologist, Miscellaneous You think
Filed under: Asheron's Call, Dark Age of Camelot, EverQuest, Lineage 2, News Items, Ultima Online, The Game Archaeologist, Miscellaneous You think
FPS Absolute Force Online to Shut Down in November
FPS Absolute Force Online to Shut Down in November:
Another sad news arrives: TQ Digital has announced that their free to play first person shooter Absolute Force Online will be closed at 0:00 AM on Nov.29th
Another sad news arrives: TQ Digital has announced that their free to play first person shooter Absolute Force Online will be closed at 0:00 AM on Nov.29th
Rise and Shiny: Heva Clonia Online
Rise and Shiny: Heva Clonia Online:
Filed under: Fantasy, Video, Interviews, Opinion, Free-to-Play, Hands-On, Casual, Humor, Rise and Shiny, Livestream Heva Clonia Online, by publisher OGplanet, is
Filed under: Fantasy, Video, Interviews, Opinion, Free-to-Play, Hands-On, Casual, Humor, Rise and Shiny, Livestream Heva Clonia Online, by publisher OGplanet, is
RIFT Russian Version Has Shut Down
RIFT Russian Version Has Shut Down:
According to RIFT Russian publisher, Belver Online's announcement at official site, Russian RIFT has been shutdown due to Trion Worlds' refusal to continue
According to RIFT Russian publisher, Belver Online's announcement at official site, Russian RIFT has been shutdown due to Trion Worlds' refusal to continue
Dead Trigger 2 Review
Dead Trigger 2 Review:
"Die...again!" I shout as I lay waste to a gaggle of undead, hell-bent on eating my brains. I swing my wrench, landing a mighty blow against the crown of an incoming zombie. With the bulk of my
"Die...again!" I shout as I lay waste to a gaggle of undead, hell-bent on eating my brains. I swing my wrench, landing a mighty blow against the crown of an incoming zombie. With the bulk of my
Line planning $8 billion IPO for 2014 - report
Line planning $8 billion IPO for 2014 - report:
Japanese mobile company now has 270 million users, rocketing game revenues
Japanese mobile company now has 270 million users, rocketing game revenues
Prime World introduces two witchy heroes with new videos
Prime World introduces two witchy heroes with new videos:
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, Classes, New Titles, News Items, Free-to-Play, MOBA Just in time for Halloween, Prime World has introduced two new heroes to
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, Classes, New Titles, News Items, Free-to-Play, MOBA Just in time for Halloween, Prime World has introduced two new heroes to
Indie publisher Rebel Machine formed
Indie publisher Rebel Machine formed:
Evovle PR head and Interceptor executive producer launch new outfit aimed at small developers
Evovle PR head and Interceptor executive producer launch new outfit aimed at small developers
Zombie Studios and Smilegate's New F2P Shooter Phantom Army Revealed
Zombie Studios and Smilegate's New F2P Shooter Phantom Army Revealed:
Blacklight Retribution's developer, Zombie Studios revealed a new developing free-to-play third-person
Blacklight Retribution's developer, Zombie Studios revealed a new developing free-to-play third-person
Apple sells 33.8m iPhones, 14.1m iPads in September quarter
Apple sells 33.8m iPhones, 14.1m iPads in September quarter:
Thanks to the new iPhone 5s, Apple's iPhone sales grew by 26 percent during the fourth quarter
Thanks to the new iPhone 5s, Apple's iPhone sales grew by 26 percent during the fourth quarter
Sharks, skulls, and ships: One year of Pirate101
Sharks, skulls, and ships: One year of Pirate101:
Filed under: Fantasy, Expansions, PvP, PvE, Free-to-Play, Mac, Kids, Wizard101, Family, Anniversaries, Pirate101, MMORPG Pirate101 is a strange beast. It
Filed under: Fantasy, Expansions, PvP, PvE, Free-to-Play, Mac, Kids, Wizard101, Family, Anniversaries, Pirate101, MMORPG Pirate101 is a strange beast. It
Friday, October 25, 2013
Korean News and Beta Test Announcements
- Nix Entertainment web MMORPG “Chakan Game” starts pre-OBT on October 29.
- Galaxy Gate action RPG “Legend of Fighters” ends official FGT.
- Mgame “Darkfall” opens official homepage, enters Korea and Japan open service on October 30.
- ENP Games web MMORPG “Cheonshinjeon” starts Pmang channeling service.
- Madfinger Games mobile zombie shooting game “Dead Trigger 2” released in iOS and Android, soon to be released in Facebook, MAC, and Steam.
Black Desert Korean 1st CBT: A First Impression Review by Aspenach
Black Desert Korean 1st CBT: A First Impression Review by Aspenach:
Black Desert was released for its 1st Close Beta Testing on the 17th till 23rd of October 2013, from 1500 hours to 2400
Black Desert was released for its 1st Close Beta Testing on the 17th till 23rd of October 2013, from 1500 hours to 2400
Compete in fun-filled mini-games and show other players who's boss in Mario Party-esque King of Party
Compete in fun-filled mini-games and show other players who's boss in Mario Party-esque King of Party:
Let's be honest, there's very little chance Mario Party will ever be available to
Let's be honest, there's very little chance Mario Party will ever be available to
Lords of Discord Preview
Lords of Discord Preview:
Some might say that strategy games are a dime a dozen on the App Store these days. But when we get right down to the heart of the matter, a full-fledged strategy experience with expressive graphics and
Some might say that strategy games are a dime a dozen on the App Store these days. But when we get right down to the heart of the matter, a full-fledged strategy experience with expressive graphics and
Albion Online trailer dives into cross-platform design
Albion Online trailer dives into cross-platform design:
Filed under: Fantasy, Trailers, Video, New Titles, PvP, News Items, Free-to-Play, Mobile, MMORPG Sandbox Interactive today released a new trailer for Albion
Filed under: Fantasy, Trailers, Video, New Titles, PvP, News Items, Free-to-Play, Mobile, MMORPG Sandbox Interactive today released a new trailer for Albion
General: Life is Feudal: First Trailer Released
General: Life is Feudal: First Trailer Released:
Russian indie game developer, BitBox, has released the first ever trailer for its forthcoming medieval MMO entitled "Life is Feudal". The game is, according to
Russian indie game developer, BitBox, has released the first ever trailer for its forthcoming medieval MMO entitled "Life is Feudal". The game is, according to
Bruce Wayne's Millions Can't Buy F2P Success
Bruce Wayne's Millions Can't Buy F2P Success:
Game designer Ethan Levy examines why Warner Bros' Arkham Origins isn't matching the F2P stats of Injustice despite the popularity of Batman
Game designer Ethan Levy examines why Warner Bros' Arkham Origins isn't matching the F2P stats of Injustice despite the popularity of Batman
F2P @ GDC Next: How to gain and retain your players
F2P @ GDC Next: How to gain and retain your players:
GDC Next's free-to-play track will include talks on engaging players via stories in Game of Thrones: Ascent, KIXEYE on user retention and monetization, and
GDC Next's free-to-play track will include talks on engaging players via stories in Game of Thrones: Ascent, KIXEYE on user retention and monetization, and
GamesAnalytics adds full data access to its Measure tools
GamesAnalytics adds full data access to its Measure tools:
Monetization firm GamesAnalytics today released an updated version of its Measure analytic tools, complete with new dashboard options, "Slice and Dice"
Monetization firm GamesAnalytics today released an updated version of its Measure analytic tools, complete with new dashboard options, "Slice and Dice"
Microsoft posts record first quarter revenues
Microsoft posts record first quarter revenues:
$18.53 billion marks a new best for Windows maker, even as Xbox 360 sales slide 29% year-over-year
$18.53 billion marks a new best for Windows maker, even as Xbox 360 sales slide 29% year-over-year
Microsoft's entertainment division weathers a rough quarter
Microsoft's entertainment division weathers a rough quarter:
While Microsoft remains in the black, its entertainment division -- which includes its Xbox properties and services --
While Microsoft remains in the black, its entertainment division -- which includes its Xbox properties and services --
Luvinia World: Next Update Previewed
Luvinia World: Next Update Previewed:
SOA Games, the new publisher of Luvinia World, is taking the cover off the next update set to hit game servers in the very near future.
SOA Games, the new publisher of Luvinia World, is taking the cover off the next update set to hit game servers in the very near future.
Plants vs. Zombies 2 hits Android worldwide
Plants vs. Zombies 2 hits Android worldwide:
After 25 million downloads on iOS, PopCap Games' free-to-play strategy game sequel Plants vs. Zombies 2 is now available worldwide for Android. The
After 25 million downloads on iOS, PopCap Games' free-to-play strategy game sequel Plants vs. Zombies 2 is now available worldwide for Android. The
Rayman Fiesta Run coming to mobile devices in November
Rayman Fiesta Run coming to mobile devices in November:
Rayman Fiesta Run will be released on November 7, Ubisoft has announced.The mobile platformer, the sequel to 2012's well-received Rayman Jungle Run, will
Rayman Fiesta Run will be released on November 7, Ubisoft has announced.The mobile platformer, the sequel to 2012's well-received Rayman Jungle Run, will
WildStar: Ready to Raid
WildStar: Ready to Raid:
WildStar is a game that will include raids and dungeons, as most MMOs do. There are things, however, that need to happen to set the raid system apart from others. In our latest column, we take a look at
WildStar is a game that will include raids and dungeons, as most MMOs do. There are things, however, that need to happen to set the raid system apart from others. In our latest column, we take a look at
Warhammer 40k: Eternal Crusade offers up an Ork-themed newsletter
Warhammer 40k: Eternal Crusade offers up an Ork-themed newsletter:
Filed under: Sci-Fi, Business Models, Lore, Previews, News Items, Free-to-Play, Warhammer 40k, Buy-to-Play Yes,
Filed under: Sci-Fi, Business Models, Lore, Previews, News Items, Free-to-Play, Warhammer 40k, Buy-to-Play Yes,
Ragnarok Odyssey ACE releases in early 2014, improves online experience
Ragnarok Odyssey ACE releases in early 2014, improves online experience:
Those who missed out on Ragnarok Odyssey last year — namely anyone who's refrained from buying a PlayStation
Those who missed out on Ragnarok Odyssey last year — namely anyone who's refrained from buying a PlayStation
Zynga daily active users fall by 50 percent
Zynga daily active users fall by 50 percent:
Daily active users (DAUs) for Zynga games fell from 60 million in the third quarter of 2012 to 30 million in the third quarter of 2013, the social game
Daily active users (DAUs) for Zynga games fell from 60 million in the third quarter of 2012 to 30 million in the third quarter of 2013, the social game
John Romero joins Corona Labs advisory board
John Romero joins Corona Labs advisory board:
The mobile SDK will benefit from Romero's help and advice
The mobile SDK will benefit from Romero's help and advice
Jobling brothers juggle top roles at Eutechnyx
Jobling brothers juggle top roles at Eutechnyx:
Brian takes Executive Chairman role as Darren moves up to CEO
Brian takes Executive Chairman role as Darren moves up to CEO
Archlord 2 KR Caused Many Players' Disappointment and Discontent
Archlord 2 KR Caused Many Players' Disappointment and Discontent:
Archlord 2 KR was officially released on Oct 17th. Although it's not a highly praised game, I haven't thought it would have so
Archlord 2 KR was officially released on Oct 17th. Although it's not a highly praised game, I haven't thought it would have so
General: The Crowd Funded MMO
General: The Crowd Funded MMO:
Crowd funding game development has become quite common with the rise of KickStarter and other revenue generating sites. In her latest column, Genese Davis
Crowd funding game development has become quite common with the rise of KickStarter and other revenue generating sites. In her latest column, Genese Davis
APB: Reloaded’s Fright Club Update Hits San Paro | Ten Ton Hammer
APB: Reloaded’s Fright Club Update Hits San Paro | Ten Ton Hammer:
Halloween returns to San Paro for two weeks of new missions, the Asylum, daily challenges, and evil pumpkins.
Halloween returns to San Paro for two weeks of new missions, the Asylum, daily challenges, and evil pumpkins.
Solstice Arena Review
Solstice Arena Review:
In a genre where clones and knockoffs are the norm, Solstice Arena is a bright, refreshing beacon. In its entry into the multiplayer online battle arena foray, Zynga has created a fun and breezy game that has the same feel as Dota and League of Legends, but is played in brief 5- to 15-minute spurts rather than taking the better part of an hour. With the free-to-play "speed MOBA" Solstice Arena, the developer has proven it has the chops to compete with the big boys.
In a genre where clones and knockoffs are the norm, Solstice Arena is a bright, refreshing beacon. In its entry into the multiplayer online battle arena foray, Zynga has created a fun and breezy game that has the same feel as Dota and League of Legends, but is played in brief 5- to 15-minute spurts rather than taking the better part of an hour. With the free-to-play "speed MOBA" Solstice Arena, the developer has proven it has the chops to compete with the big boys.
Thursday, October 24, 2013
Stardock seeds new dev Oxide Games
Stardock seeds new dev Oxide Games:
Firaxis, Stardock vets form new studio, building next-gen strategy engine
Firaxis, Stardock vets form new studio, building next-gen strategy engine
MStar Online Updates New Music, Items and Game Design
MStar Online Updates New Music, Items and Game Design:
Annyeonghaseyo~! Do you still remember the new K-pop dancing MMO Mstar Online? Mstar SEA yesterday launched its new patch adding new
Annyeonghaseyo~! Do you still remember the new K-pop dancing MMO Mstar Online? Mstar SEA yesterday launched its new patch adding new
Fishlabs files for bankruptcy, but hopes to continue trading
Fishlabs files for bankruptcy, but hopes to continue trading:
25 jobs go as studio seeks investor to rescue business
25 jobs go as studio seeks investor to rescue business
DeNA West appoints new CEO as Clive Downie resigns
DeNA West appoints new CEO as Clive Downie resigns:
Former CFO Shintaro Asako stepped up to the role on October 21
Former CFO Shintaro Asako stepped up to the role on October 21
Korean News and Beta Test Announcements
- Joycity “Freestyle Football” enters China CBT via Tencent.
- G2soft web game “Jinwang” starts iMBC channeling service.
- Pearl Abyss MMORPG “Black Desert” ends its 1st CBT.
- Noah System MMORPG “Kingdom Online” holds 1st CBT tester recruitment until November 4, holds 1st CBT from November 1 to 4.
- YJ Network mobile card battle game “Kangho Yeongwoongjeon” released in Google Play store.
General: Naruto Saga First Closed Beta Begins
General: Naruto Saga First Closed Beta Begins:
A six-day closed beta event for Naruto Saga has kicked off as of today, October 23rd. During the beta, testers will have a first chance to check out the new action-
A six-day closed beta event for Naruto Saga has kicked off as of today, October 23rd. During the beta, testers will have a first chance to check out the new action-
Brick-Force Season 3 trailer highlights Bricksaga update
Brick-Force Season 3 trailer highlights Bricksaga update:
Filed under: Trailers, Video, Patches, PvP, News Items, Sandbox, Player-Generated Content If you like brick-by-brick construction in a sandbox
Filed under: Trailers, Video, Patches, PvP, News Items, Sandbox, Player-Generated Content If you like brick-by-brick construction in a sandbox
D&D: Arena of War Review
D&D: Arena of War Review:
D&D: Arena of War looks great, it sounds great, and who doesn't relish the idea of battling their way across the fabled Sword Coast of Faerun during the world-changing events of the Sundering? But in
D&D: Arena of War looks great, it sounds great, and who doesn't relish the idea of battling their way across the fabled Sword Coast of Faerun during the world-changing events of the Sundering? But in
Atlantica Online: Stormcaller Revealed
Atlantica Online: Stormcaller Revealed:
The Nexon team has released a terrific new video featuring Atlantica Online's Stormcaller, a new character in the game. The Stormcaller has been brought back
The Nexon team has released a terrific new video featuring Atlantica Online's Stormcaller, a new character in the game. The Stormcaller has been brought back
Actual Gathering Is The Magic Behind "Magic: The Gathering"
Actual Gathering Is The Magic Behind "Magic: The Gathering":
Two wizards face off on a battlefield, summoning monsters, casting spells, wielding artifacts. The action isn't on a screen; it's mostly in the players' minds.
Two wizards face off on a battlefield, summoning monsters, casting spells, wielding artifacts. The action isn't on a screen; it's mostly in the players' minds.
Blog: What it will take for HTML5 to become commercially viable
Blog: What it will take for HTML5 to become commercially viable:
HTML5 can already be used to make games -- but most would argue it's not quite there yet. This post explores what it will take for the platform to become viable
HTML5 can already be used to make games -- but most would argue it's not quite there yet. This post explores what it will take for the platform to become viable
Batman: Arkham Origins Review
Batman: Arkham Origins Review:
As a huge fan of Rocksteady's Batman Arkham series on home game consoles, I've been one of the many fans eagerly anticipating the release of the gritty prequel, Batman: Arkham Origins,
As a huge fan of Rocksteady's Batman Arkham series on home game consoles, I've been one of the many fans eagerly anticipating the release of the gritty prequel, Batman: Arkham Origins,
Net cafes falling out of favor among Chinese players
Net cafes falling out of favor among Chinese players:
In its recently released 2013 Chinese Gamers Report, Asian games market analytics firm Niko Partners observed downward trend in the use of internet
In its recently released 2013 Chinese Gamers Report, Asian games market analytics firm Niko Partners observed downward trend in the use of internet
New iOS Games Tonight: BIT.TRIP RUN, Anki Drive and more!
New iOS Games Tonight: BIT.TRIP RUN, Anki Drive and more!:
What would mobile games these days be without innovation? If mobile game developers didn't try to push the envelope
What would mobile games these days be without innovation? If mobile game developers didn't try to push the envelope
Play to win: Skill-based cash tournaments the key to unlocking extra revenue
Play to win: Skill-based cash tournaments the key to unlocking extra revenue:
Today's mobile game industry exists in a time warp.
On the one hand, the design work featured in today's games far exceeds anything we could have imagined just a couple years ago.
When it comes to monetisation, however, we're still living in the Dark Ages.
The mobile games market operates like a third-world economy in which the top 25 developers take in half of all the income and only around 5 percent of app developers make more than $20,000 per month.
According to AppPromo, 59 percent of apps don't even generate enough revenue to break-even.
Today's mobile game industry exists in a time warp.
On the one hand, the design work featured in today's games far exceeds anything we could have imagined just a couple years ago.
When it comes to monetisation, however, we're still living in the Dark Ages.
The mobile games market operates like a third-world economy in which the top 25 developers take in half of all the income and only around 5 percent of app developers make more than $20,000 per month.
According to AppPromo, 59 percent of apps don't even generate enough revenue to break-even.
Why You Don’t Burn Out on Candy Crush Saga
Why You Don’t Burn Out on Candy Crush Saga:
Okay, everybody. I did it. I played Candy Crush Saga. I did it for science.
With over 66 million players, Candy Crush Saga (CCS) is easily the most popular game on Facebook, Android, and iOS. And so I felt that I needed to know something about it. Perhaps if you’ve also played it, those numbers surprise you given how habit forming it’s designed to be. But it’s probably worth noting up front that Candy Crush Saga owes a lot of its success to its quality. It’s super polished, looks great, sounds great, feels great. Whatever criticisms one may levy against it, quality isn’t one of them.
Okay, everybody. I did it. I played Candy Crush Saga. I did it for science.
With over 66 million players, Candy Crush Saga (CCS) is easily the most popular game on Facebook, Android, and iOS. And so I felt that I needed to know something about it. Perhaps if you’ve also played it, those numbers surprise you given how habit forming it’s designed to be. But it’s probably worth noting up front that Candy Crush Saga owes a lot of its success to its quality. It’s super polished, looks great, sounds great, feels great. Whatever criticisms one may levy against it, quality isn’t one of them.
The Most Important Metrics Immediately After Launch
The Most Important Metrics Immediately After Launch:
Just released or about to release a mobile app? Do you have a checklist of which metrics you should be tracking?
Deciding which metrics to track is simply deciding which questions you want to answer. And the key is in asking the right questions.
Just released or about to release a mobile app? Do you have a checklist of which metrics you should be tracking?
Deciding which metrics to track is simply deciding which questions you want to answer. And the key is in asking the right questions.
Can Brazil lead the $3.9B digital games market in Latin America?
Can Brazil lead the $3.9B digital games market in Latin America?:
Brazil, the world’s fifth most populous country, is a Latin American goliath of interactive entertainment. According to our most recent analysis, digital games revenue in Latin America will grow from $1.4B in 2013e to $2.4B 2015e. This makes the Brazil games market the fifth largest in the world.
The Brazil games market accounts for 62% of the Latin American market. Counting almost 200 million people, Brazil’s Internet penetration is growing at a rapid pace. Where the worldwide Internet penetration currently stands at 32%, Brazil’s Internet penetration recently reached 50%, making the country a perfect market for digital games.
Brazil, the world’s fifth most populous country, is a Latin American goliath of interactive entertainment. According to our most recent analysis, digital games revenue in Latin America will grow from $1.4B in 2013e to $2.4B 2015e. This makes the Brazil games market the fifth largest in the world.
The Brazil games market accounts for 62% of the Latin American market. Counting almost 200 million people, Brazil’s Internet penetration is growing at a rapid pace. Where the worldwide Internet penetration currently stands at 32%, Brazil’s Internet penetration recently reached 50%, making the country a perfect market for digital games.
The Art of Wushu: Lifting the veil on the winter expansion
The Art of Wushu: Lifting the veil on the winter expansion:
Filed under: Historical, Interviews, Patches, Free-to-Play, Age of Wushu, The Art of Wushu, MMORPG Some of you may have heard about new content coming to
Filed under: Historical, Interviews, Patches, Free-to-Play, Age of Wushu, The Art of Wushu, MMORPG Some of you may have heard about new content coming to
RuneScape Old School Server Attracts Over 1 Million Players | Ten Ton Hammer
RuneScape Old School Server Attracts Over 1 Million Players | Ten Ton Hammer:
Jagex responds to player votes by unleashing the God Wars Dungeon as its old school server breaks 1 million.
Jagex responds to player votes by unleashing the God Wars Dungeon as its old school server breaks 1 million.
Black Desert: Want to Know More? OK!
Black Desert: Want to Know More? OK!:
Steparu.com has been feeding the hungry wishes of millions of slathering Black Desert fans worldwide with its great closed beta preview articles and
Steparu.com has been feeding the hungry wishes of millions of slathering Black Desert fans worldwide with its great closed beta preview articles and
Black Desert (KR) CBT1 Gameplay Videos on GvG and PvP
Black Desert (KR) CBT1 Gameplay Videos on GvG and PvP:
Black Desert (KR) has ends its first closed beta in Korea, lots of players must be quite anticiapted for this game,here
Black Desert (KR) has ends its first closed beta in Korea, lots of players must be quite anticiapted for this game,here
Aion opens Halloween-themed Nightmare Circus dungeon
Aion opens Halloween-themed Nightmare Circus dungeon:
Filed under: Fantasy, Aion, Events (In-Game), News Items, Free-to-Play, Dungeons Did you enjoy the novelty and rewards of Aion's double run of Shugo
Filed under: Fantasy, Aion, Events (In-Game), News Items, Free-to-Play, Dungeons Did you enjoy the novelty and rewards of Aion's double run of Shugo
Path of Exile Launch Day Arrives | Ten Ton Hammer
Path of Exile Launch Day Arrives | Ten Ton Hammer:
Open beta comes to an end and the next chapter for Path of Exile begins with a massive new launch day update.
Open beta comes to an end and the next chapter for Path of Exile begins with a massive new launch day update.
Sun Wukong returns to SMITE
Sun Wukong returns to SMITE:
Filed under: Fantasy, Video, PvP, News Items, Free-to-Play, MOBA Another god has stepped into the SMITE arena, and it's one who will be familiar to longtime players of the game. Sun Wukong, the
Filed under: Fantasy, Video, PvP, News Items, Free-to-Play, MOBA Another god has stepped into the SMITE arena, and it's one who will be familiar to longtime players of the game. Sun Wukong, the
Wednesday, October 23, 2013
Sid Meier's Ace Patrol Coming to Mobile this Fall
Sid Meier's Ace Patrol Coming to Mobile this Fall:
It has been announced by Firaxis Games and 2K that Sid Meier's Ace Patrol: Pacific will come to iOS devices and PC, and it will be the sequel to the original Sid
It has been announced by Firaxis Games and 2K that Sid Meier's Ace Patrol: Pacific will come to iOS devices and PC, and it will be the sequel to the original Sid
League of Legends Gets a Visit from HBO’s Real Sports | Ten Ton Hammer
League of Legends Gets a Visit from HBO’s Real Sports | Ten Ton Hammer:
HBO’s Real Sports with Bryant Gumbel pays a visit to the League of Legends World Championships for Tuesday’s
HBO’s Real Sports with Bryant Gumbel pays a visit to the League of Legends World Championships for Tuesday’s
Changing the world, trends for the next decade headline GDC Next 2013
Changing the world, trends for the next decade headline GDC Next 2013:
Learn about the future of games in LA next month at GDC Next, with Starr Long's nine trends for the next decade of games
Learn about the future of games in LA next month at GDC Next, with Starr Long's nine trends for the next decade of games
Blog: A purchase is a promise -- don't break it
Blog: A purchase is a promise -- don't break it:
Ethan Levy explains how the vague promise made by the shoddy PS Vita store interface backfired -- and why it's in the interest of platform holders and devs
Ethan Levy explains how the vague promise made by the shoddy PS Vita store interface backfired -- and why it's in the interest of platform holders and devs
Herokon Online brings new features in The New Order update
Herokon Online brings new features in The New Order update:
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, New Titles, Patches, News Items, Free-to-Play, Browser Fans of the The Dark Eye
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, New Titles, Patches, News Items, Free-to-Play, Browser Fans of the The Dark Eye
EA working on "high-end" Battlefield mobile game
EA working on "high-end" Battlefield mobile game:
EA and DICE want you to be able to take your iron sights wherever you go
EA and DICE want you to be able to take your iron sights wherever you go
Not So Massively: Elite's Panther LX, PoE's launch week, and Blizzard All-Stars' new name
Not So Massively: Elite's Panther LX, PoE's launch week, and Blizzard All-Stars' new name:
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, Sci-Fi, Video, Expansions, Game Mechanics, Launches, New Titles, Patches, PvP,
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, Sci-Fi, Video, Expansions, Game Mechanics, Launches, New Titles, Patches, PvP,
Sonic & All-Stars Racing Transformed coming to mobile
Sonic & All-Stars Racing Transformed coming to mobile:
Sega of America today announced four new games coming to mobile and tablet devices beginning next month, including Sonic & All-Stars Racing Transformed and a remastered version of Sonic The Hedgehog 2.
"As the audience for mobile gaming continues to grow, we're proud to expand our portfolio of digital titles with a wide array of genres," Sega vice president of Digital Business Chris Olson said in a statement.
Sega of America today announced four new games coming to mobile and tablet devices beginning next month, including Sonic & All-Stars Racing Transformed and a remastered version of Sonic The Hedgehog 2.
"As the audience for mobile gaming continues to grow, we're proud to expand our portfolio of digital titles with a wide array of genres," Sega vice president of Digital Business Chris Olson said in a statement.
Korean News and Beta Test Announcements
- Soft Bigbang MOBA “Core Masters” starts CBT client download service on October 22, holds CBT from October 23 to 27.
- Neople 3D AOS “Cyphers” starts China OBT on October 24 via China publisher Tian City.
- Galaxy Gate action RPG “Legend of Fighters” holds FGT on October 24.
- Studio9 FPS “Crack Shot” defense mode video revealed.
- ENP Games web MMORPG “Cheonshinjeon” starts official service on October 23.
- Wemade MMORPG “Icarus” holds final CBT until October 29.
- Nexon to present “Dota 2,” “Project NT,” “Legion of Heroes,” 2 other online games and 1 mobile game at G-star 2013.
- Liveplex mobile card game “Misonyeo Samgukji” released in Android market.
- Tplay Korea smartphone fantasy card RPG “Summoner Embracing The Sun” launched in T-store.
Most Call of Duty players are in the 'casual game space,' claims Infinity Ward
Most Call of Duty players are in the 'casual game space,' claims Infinity Ward:
Call of Duty is a multi-billion dollar franchise. Just about anyone you ask is familiar with the name, which could
Call of Duty is a multi-billion dollar franchise. Just about anyone you ask is familiar with the name, which could
Dragon Sword (CN) New Beta Feature Showcased
Dragon Sword (CN) New Beta Feature Showcased:
Chinese game company Netease will launch the non-wipe beta test for their self-developed non-target and open world action combat MMO -- Dragon
Chinese game company Netease will launch the non-wipe beta test for their self-developed non-target and open world action combat MMO -- Dragon
Dragon Nest EU Level 60 Cap Coming This December
Dragon Nest EU Level 60 Cap Coming This December:
Today, Shanda Games announced officially that Dragon Nest EU has cancaled Level 50 cap update and it will bring level 60 cap update directly this
Today, Shanda Games announced officially that Dragon Nest EU has cancaled Level 50 cap update and it will bring level 60 cap update directly this
Zynga "not a mobile business" says EA exec
Zynga "not a mobile business" says EA exec:
Frank Gibeau says social gaming publisher "blew it" by focusing on Facebook instead of multi-format approach
Frank Gibeau says social gaming publisher "blew it" by focusing on Facebook instead of multi-format approach
Former Electronic Arts CEO John Riccitiello speaks on mobile game brands
Former Electronic Arts CEO John Riccitiello speaks on mobile game brands:
Angry Birds has become synonymous with mobile gaming. With numerous games, a few spinoffs, and a countless
Angry Birds has become synonymous with mobile gaming. With numerous games, a few spinoffs, and a countless
MLG and Relativity Media form content and marketing partnership
MLG and Relativity Media form content and marketing partnership:
Both companies will work together to expand MLG's reach into other media
Both companies will work together to expand MLG's reach into other media
Blog: Indie game marketing - A love story
Blog: Indie game marketing - A love story:
Drawing from the experiences of developers who know what they're talking about, this blog post details exactly why you need to concentrate on marketing
Drawing from the experiences of developers who know what they're talking about, this blog post details exactly why you need to concentrate on marketing
Odin Quest: GameBox to Publish in NA and EU
Odin Quest: GameBox to Publish in NA and EU:
GameBox has announced that it has obtained the exclusive publishing rights for Odin Quest for both North America and the European Union. Odin Quest is a
GameBox has announced that it has obtained the exclusive publishing rights for Odin Quest for both North America and the European Union. Odin Quest is a
Getting a better Signal: Bringing F2P to 360 with Ascend
Getting a better Signal: Bringing F2P to 360 with Ascend:
How Signal Studios brought a new model to the end of a cycle
How Signal Studios brought a new model to the end of a cycle
Korean Fantasy MMORPG Archlord 2 Heads to the West in 2014
Korean Fantasy MMORPG Archlord 2 Heads to the West in 2014:
The medieval fantasy MMORPG Archlord 2 was just officially launched in Korea last week, the game developed by
The medieval fantasy MMORPG Archlord 2 was just officially launched in Korea last week, the game developed by
NA and EU Gamers Now Are Eligible To Join Nosgoth's Closed Alpha
NA and EU Gamers Now Are Eligible To Join Nosgoth's Closed Alpha:
Square Enix and Psyonix's announced the Closed Alpha for its free-to-play online bloodthirsty game - Nosgoth on
Square Enix and Psyonix's announced the Closed Alpha for its free-to-play online bloodthirsty game - Nosgoth on
CSR Classics Review
CSR Classics Review:
Kids these days, they just don't appreciate the classics. Well, CSR Classics is going to teach those whippersnappers about the oldies but goodies - and in a slightly more suspect
Kids these days, they just don't appreciate the classics. Well, CSR Classics is going to teach those whippersnappers about the oldies but goodies - and in a slightly more suspect
Piecing together the details of LEGO Minifigures Online with the Funcom team
Piecing together the details of LEGO Minifigures Online with the Funcom team:
Filed under: Game Mechanics, Interviews, New Titles, PvP, PvE, Kids, Family, Miscellaneous, Player-Generated
Filed under: Game Mechanics, Interviews, New Titles, PvP, PvE, Kids, Family, Miscellaneous, Player-Generated
Real Steel World Robot Boxing Review
Real Steel World Robot Boxing Review:
The Hugh Jackman flick Real Steel made $85 million domestically with its "What if Rock 'Em Sock 'Em Robots was a real thing?" concept. That may or may not be
The Hugh Jackman flick Real Steel made $85 million domestically with its "What if Rock 'Em Sock 'Em Robots was a real thing?" concept. That may or may not be
Neurokult Review
Neurokult Review:
Rhythm games and match-3 puzzle games are typically regarded as quiet, soothing fare - games that are good to play while you're winding down in bed with a steaming cup of chamomile tea on
Rhythm games and match-3 puzzle games are typically regarded as quiet, soothing fare - games that are good to play while you're winding down in bed with a steaming cup of chamomile tea on
Yitien: Too Interested in Your Money
Yitien: Too Interested in Your Money:
R2Games' Yitien is a browser-based fighting game that is based on Chinese lore. We take a look at this easy-to-pick-up title and see how it fares. See what we
R2Games' Yitien is a browser-based fighting game that is based on Chinese lore. We take a look at this easy-to-pick-up title and see how it fares. See what we
Pocket Titans Review
Pocket Titans Review:
Known for convoluted skill trees, multiple-layer menus, and complex gear load-outs, role-playing games can be daunting to the casual gamer. With Pocket Titans, new indie developer Noisy Orc Games
Known for convoluted skill trees, multiple-layer menus, and complex gear load-outs, role-playing games can be daunting to the casual gamer. With Pocket Titans, new indie developer Noisy Orc Games
Big Business Deluxe Review
Big Business Deluxe Review:
Big Business Deluxe is a follow-up to Game Insight's 2010 simulation title Big Business, a Facebook game that leaped to the mobile world with no shortage of applause. The sequel keeps the basic
Big Business Deluxe is a follow-up to Game Insight's 2010 simulation title Big Business, a Facebook game that leaped to the mobile world with no shortage of applause. The sequel keeps the basic
Elemental Kingdoms Review
Elemental Kingdoms Review:
Back in January, I reviewed a game called Lies of Astaroth. I liked it quite a bit despite there being a few issues with progression, energy management, and a bothersome menu system. Why am I
Back in January, I reviewed a game called Lies of Astaroth. I liked it quite a bit despite there being a few issues with progression, energy management, and a bothersome menu system. Why am I
FIST OF AWESOME Review
FIST OF AWESOME Review:
For the most part, bears are pretty nice. Oh sure, a mother bear will fully rip your face off should you get in between her and her cubs, but usually the world's largest land predator would rather just
For the most part, bears are pretty nice. Oh sure, a mother bear will fully rip your face off should you get in between her and her cubs, but usually the world's largest land predator would rather just
Captain's Log: Star Trek Online's Dyson Sphere ground battle zone
Captain's Log: Star Trek Online's Dyson Sphere ground battle zone:
Filed under: Sci-Fi, Patches, Opinion, Star Trek Online, Free-to-Play, First Impressions, Captain's Log Finally! We
Filed under: Sci-Fi, Patches, Opinion, Star Trek Online, Free-to-Play, First Impressions, Captain's Log Finally! We
Mojang: Freemium a possibility for Scrolls if players don't show
Mojang: Freemium a possibility for Scrolls if players don't show:
Minecraft dev "happy" with current players, but sales have stalled at 110,000 units
Minecraft dev "happy" with current players, but sales have stalled at 110,000 units
Game Insight has big plans for Sunshine Bay on Facebook
Game Insight has big plans for Sunshine Bay on Facebook:
Image via Game Insight Earlier this year, casual game developer and publisher Game Insight launched Road 404‘s Sunshine Bay on Facebook, a tropical
Image via Game Insight Earlier this year, casual game developer and publisher Game Insight launched Road 404‘s Sunshine Bay on Facebook, a tropical
Korean Counter-Strike Players Can Win a Pig. Like, A Real Pig.
Korean Counter-Strike Players Can Win a Pig. Like, A Real Pig.:
In my time, I've seen some pretty interesting swag. But I don't think I've ever seen any swine, er, swag, like this.Read more...
In my time, I've seen some pretty interesting swag. But I don't think I've ever seen any swine, er, swag, like this.Read more...
Rhythm Master Is a Peek into Chinese Pop
Rhythm Master Is a Peek into Chinese Pop:
While games like Guitar Hero and Rock Band might be going to the way of last gen, rhythm music games are ever popular in Asia, especially when the
While games like Guitar Hero and Rock Band might be going to the way of last gen, rhythm music games are ever popular in Asia, especially when the
A Scientific Guide To Writing Popular––And Shareable––Headlines For Twitter, Facebook, And Your Blog
A Scientific Guide To Writing Popular––And Shareable––Headlines For Twitter, Facebook, And Your Blog:
Ever since we started Buffer a little more than two years ago, people have been
Ever since we started Buffer a little more than two years ago, people have been
Kingdom Hearts χ Is More Than I Expected from a Browser Game
Kingdom Hearts χ Is More Than I Expected from a Browser Game:
After seeing the Kingdom Hearts III gameplay trailer last week, I was reminded that there was still one Kingdom Hearts title I had yet to play: the
After seeing the Kingdom Hearts III gameplay trailer last week, I was reminded that there was still one Kingdom Hearts title I had yet to play: the
Big Fish adds Android games to its PC platform
Big Fish adds Android games to its PC platform:
Casual game giant Big Fish today revealed a partnership with BlueStacks, which will allow Android game developers to bring their games to Big
Casual game giant Big Fish today revealed a partnership with BlueStacks, which will allow Android game developers to bring their games to Big
Free-to-play tips, from Triple Town's studio head
Free-to-play tips, from Triple Town's studio head:
In this reprint from the September 2012 issue of Game Developer magazine, Spry Fox CEO Dave Edery expounds on the studio's successful F2P Triple Town. ...
In this reprint from the September 2012 issue of Game Developer magazine, Spry Fox CEO Dave Edery expounds on the studio's successful F2P Triple Town. ...
City of Steam: Mechanist Games Reclaims English Version
City of Steam: Mechanist Games Reclaims English Version:
Mechanist Games has sent us word that it is reclaiming the English language version of City of Steam from current publisher R2Games. The game will be
Mechanist Games has sent us word that it is reclaiming the English language version of City of Steam from current publisher R2Games. The game will be
A First Look at Black Desert Online CBT
A First Look at Black Desert Online CBT:
The highly anticipated MMORPG Black Desert conducted its first Closed Beta Test (CBT) from 18th Oct to 25th Oct. Continue reading A First Look at Black
The highly anticipated MMORPG Black Desert conducted its first Closed Beta Test (CBT) from 18th Oct to 25th Oct. Continue reading A First Look at Black
Forsaken World adds its first new class since launch
Forsaken World adds its first new class since launch:
Filed under: Fantasy, Classes, Expansions, Patches, Previews, News Items, Free-to-Play New classes are kind of a big deal, especially as a game goes
Filed under: Fantasy, Classes, Expansions, Patches, Previews, News Items, Free-to-Play New classes are kind of a big deal, especially as a game goes
KOG Unveils A New Extreme Action Online Title: HERO
KOG Unveils A New Extreme Action Online Title: HERO:
Elsword's developer, KOG, which is famous for its action games, revealed a new extreme action online game called HERO last week. KOG says the game is
Elsword's developer, KOG, which is famous for its action games, revealed a new extreme action online game called HERO last week. KOG says the game is
The9 lines up $24m investment in Red 5
The9 lines up $24m investment in Red 5:
Deal with Oriental pearl values Firefall at $100 million
Deal with Oriental pearl values Firefall at $100 million
Path of Exile patches in guilds, classes, and balance changes before launch
Path of Exile patches in guilds, classes, and balance changes before launch:
Filed under: Fantasy, Classes, Game Mechanics, Patches, News Items, Free-to-Play, Path of Exile It's not fair to call
Filed under: Fantasy, Classes, Game Mechanics, Patches, News Items, Free-to-Play, Path of Exile It's not fair to call
Warface Goes Live | Ten Ton Hammer
Warface Goes Live | Ten Ton Hammer:
Crytek’s free-to-play online shooter ships out in NA, EU, and other territories. Put on your Warface and join the war today.
Crytek’s free-to-play online shooter ships out in NA, EU, and other territories. Put on your Warface and join the war today.
DCUO’s Game Update 31 Bringing Big Improvements for PlayStation 4 Launch | Ten Ton Hammer
DCUO’s Game Update 31 Bringing Big Improvements for PlayStation 4 Launch | Ten Ton Hammer:
Executive Producer Larry Liberty discusses the multi-platform impact of
Executive Producer Larry Liberty discusses the multi-platform impact of
PlanetSide 2 Invades Brazil | Ten Ton Hammer
PlanetSide 2 Invades Brazil | Ten Ton Hammer:
SOE partners with Brazilian publisher Gamérica and game monetization company UOL BoaCompra to bring the war for Auraxis to Brazil.
SOE partners with Brazilian publisher Gamérica and game monetization company UOL BoaCompra to bring the war for Auraxis to Brazil.
Affordable tablets causing headache for PC sales - report
Affordable tablets causing headache for PC sales - report:
According to a new report from technology analyst firm Gartner, the tablet industry is set to explode over the next year, with tablet sales increasing by 53
According to a new report from technology analyst firm Gartner, the tablet industry is set to explode over the next year, with tablet sales increasing by 53
Elsword: Scare up Killer Prizes in Our New Halloween Dungeon
Elsword: Scare up Killer Prizes in Our New Halloween Dungeon:
Kill3r Combo has a brand new Halloween adventure for Elsword players to explore. In an exclusive first look, the Kill3r Combo team gives us a great look
Kill3r Combo has a brand new Halloween adventure for Elsword players to explore. In an exclusive first look, the Kill3r Combo team gives us a great look
The Sims 4 confirmed for fall 2014 release on PC
The Sims 4 confirmed for fall 2014 release on PC:
The Sims 4, the next full-fledged installment in Electronic Arts' massively popular simulation franchise, will be...
The Sims 4, the next full-fledged installment in Electronic Arts' massively popular simulation franchise, will be...
iPad Air is Apple's new tablet
iPad Air is Apple's new tablet:
Newest iPad gets a new name, ships on November 1 across the world, starting at $499 - iPad mini gets Retina display also for $399
Newest iPad gets a new name, ships on November 1 across the world, starting at $499 - iPad mini gets Retina display also for $399
Guild Wars 2 Reveals Tower of Nightmares Update | Ten Ton Hammer
Guild Wars 2 Reveals Tower of Nightmares Update | Ten Ton Hammer:
ArenaNet announces its third update to Guild Wars 2 arriving just in time for Halloween.
ArenaNet announces its third update to Guild Wars 2 arriving just in time for Halloween.
Mobile developer TinyCo lays off 27 staff
Mobile developer TinyCo lays off 27 staff:
Company will announce new strategy in coming weeks
Company will announce new strategy in coming weeks
Will Luton joins mobile developer TinyCo
Will Luton joins mobile developer TinyCo:
Designer goes back to games making after consultancy stint
Designer goes back to games making after consultancy stint
Monday, October 21, 2013
Supercell deal helps push games M&A over $5 billion
Supercell deal helps push games M&A over $5 billion:
2013 investment hits record figure driven by Chinese, Japanese and South Korean buyers
2013 investment hits record figure driven by Chinese, Japanese and South Korean buyers
Rise and Shiny: World of Battles
Rise and Shiny: World of Battles:
Filed under: Fantasy, Video, Business Models, Game Mechanics, Opinion, Free-to-Play, Browser, Hands-On, Casual, First Impressions, Rise and Shiny, Livestream, Miscellaneous World of
Filed under: Fantasy, Video, Business Models, Game Mechanics, Opinion, Free-to-Play, Browser, Hands-On, Casual, First Impressions, Rise and Shiny, Livestream, Miscellaneous World of
TUG prepares Survival Games servers
TUG prepares Survival Games servers:
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, Previews, PvP, Sandbox TUG's hardcore survival mode will get its first iteration of testing with the so-called "Survival Games"
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, Previews, PvP, Sandbox TUG's hardcore survival mode will get its first iteration of testing with the so-called "Survival Games"
MMObility: Checking in on location-based MMO Life is Magic
MMObility: Checking in on location-based MMO Life is Magic:
Filed under: Fantasy, Real-Life, Game Mechanics, Previews, PvP, PvE, Opinion, Free-to-Play, Mobile, Hands-On, Casual,
Filed under: Fantasy, Real-Life, Game Mechanics, Previews, PvP, PvE, Opinion, Free-to-Play, Mobile, Hands-On, Casual,
Worms 3 gets new Terraria-themed update
Worms 3 gets new Terraria-themed update:
There's nothing cooler to me than when two successful and respectable mobile games decide to team up for a special event that bridges together some of our
There's nothing cooler to me than when two successful and respectable mobile games decide to team up for a special event that bridges together some of our
Elsword: Free Costumes for All
Elsword: Free Costumes for All:
As part of our weekend coverage, and with the approach of Halloween, we're making sure that players of all sorts of games are made aware of the thrills and chills of the season in their favorite titles.
As part of our weekend coverage, and with the approach of Halloween, we're making sure that players of all sorts of games are made aware of the thrills and chills of the season in their favorite titles.
Archlord 2 launches in Korea
Archlord 2 launches in Korea:
Filed under: Fantasy, Launches, PvP Archlord 2 has gone from beta to live... in Korea, that is. Webzen announced that the PvP-centric title released in South Korea this week, with plans to bring it to
Filed under: Fantasy, Launches, PvP Archlord 2 has gone from beta to live... in Korea, that is. Webzen announced that the PvP-centric title released in South Korea this week, with plans to bring it to
$50M funding for Chukong Technologies
$50M funding for Chukong Technologies:
Series D round led by New Horizon Capital
Series D round led by New Horizon Capital
Samurai Siege Review
Samurai Siege Review:
Samurai Siege enters a crowded field of mobile combat simulation games whose notable members include Clash of Clans and Greed for Glory. The basic concepts of building your village, strengthening
Samurai Siege enters a crowded field of mobile combat simulation games whose notable members include Clash of Clans and Greed for Glory. The basic concepts of building your village, strengthening
Samurai Siege earning $65K per day
Samurai Siege earning $65K per day:
Space Ape’s Samurai Siege is rocketing up the iOS and Google Play charts, earning $65K per day on 950,000+ installs in just under two weeks. How did
Space Ape’s Samurai Siege is rocketing up the iOS and Google Play charts, earning $65K per day on 950,000+ installs in just under two weeks. How did
SOE Sunsetting Magic: The Gathering Tactics in 2014 | Ten Ton Hammer
SOE Sunsetting Magic: The Gathering Tactics in 2014 | Ten Ton Hammer:
SOE announces that it will discontinue service for Magic: The Gathering – Tactics in March 2014.
SOE announces that it will discontinue service for Magic: The Gathering – Tactics in March 2014.
Korean News and Beta Test Announcements
- Galaxy Gate signs Korea publishing contract with Mplanet for online action RPG “Legend of Fighters.”
- Galaxy Gate action RPG “Legend of Fighters” holds closed FGT.
- NHN Entertainment opens new brand site “TOAST.”
- ENP Games web MMORPG “Cheonshinjeon” holds CBT from October 15 to 17.
- ENP Games MMORPG “Cheonshinjeon” starts OBT on October 23.
- Valve AOS “Dota 2” enters official service on October 25.
- IPOPCORN RPG “Yongjaenghotu” starts Ilbe channeling service on October 17.
- Aventurine “Darkfall” holds open rehearsal on October 28, open service on October 30.
- Soft Bigbang MOBA “Core Masters” starts OBT from October 23.
- IX2 Games MMORPG “Runes of Magic” starts official service via game portal Nolto.
- Nox Game MMORPG “Chakan Game” holds free OBT on October 29.
- KOG extreme action “Hero Fighters Club” opens on October 31.
- Joycity “Freestyle Football” starts China CBT on October 24 via Tencent.
- NCsoft MMORPG “Blade & Soul” starts China CBT on October 29 via Tencent.
- Gamevil invests in Thailand game publisher CMT Thai Co., Ltd.’s strategic affiliate GMT (?) Soft.
- YJ Network mobile TCG “Kangho Yeongwoong Jeon” to be released in October.
- Ubi Nuri card RPG “LOA: The Lost Legend of Avalon” released in Google Play store and Apple Appstore.
- Andamul Korea mobile card battle game “Sword Girls S” to be released in China via Qihoo360.
Postmortem: The Blockheads - an iPad game with 7 million downloads
Postmortem: The Blockheads - an iPad game with 7 million downloads:
This postmortem dives into the importance of making a game that matters to you, personally, the pros and
This postmortem dives into the importance of making a game that matters to you, personally, the pros and
Betawatch: October 12 - 18, 2013
Betawatch: October 12 - 18, 2013:
Filed under: Betas, MMO Industry, News Items, Betawatch, Miscellaneous Black Gold is not in testing in the west yet, alas, but there is hope over the horizon, as the game is probably going to enter testing in
Filed under: Betas, MMO Industry, News Items, Betawatch, Miscellaneous Black Gold is not in testing in the west yet, alas, but there is hope over the horizon, as the game is probably going to enter testing in
It's Not Counter-Strike. Actually, It's Better.
It's Not Counter-Strike. Actually, It's Better.:
Leo and I decided to try out this free-to-play game called Tactical Intervention as a fallback when another game wasn't working. We didn't have very high hopes
Leo and I decided to try out this free-to-play game called Tactical Intervention as a fallback when another game wasn't working. We didn't have very high hopes
Punching Bears And Devil Dice In One Hell Of A Week In Gaming Apps
Punching Bears And Devil Dice In One Hell Of A Week In Gaming Apps:
Any week where you can punch a couple hundred bears in the face is a good week. Add the return of one of the
Any week where you can punch a couple hundred bears in the face is a good week. Add the return of one of the
SOE to run EQNext Landmark for all regions, offers beta sign-ups
SOE to run EQNext Landmark for all regions, offers beta sign-ups:
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, MMO Industry, New Titles, News Items, Free-to-Play, EverQuest Next European fans hesitant about working with
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, MMO Industry, New Titles, News Items, Free-to-Play, EverQuest Next European fans hesitant about working with
Gazillion brings Squirrel Girl to Marvel Heroes
Gazillion brings Squirrel Girl to Marvel Heroes:
Filed under: Super-hero, Trailers, Video, MMO Industry, News Items, Free-to-Play, Marvel Heroes Squirrel Girl is now available in Marvel Heroes, according to a
Filed under: Super-hero, Trailers, Video, MMO Industry, News Items, Free-to-Play, Marvel Heroes Squirrel Girl is now available in Marvel Heroes, according to a
EverQuest Mac shutting down
EverQuest Mac shutting down:
Filed under: Fantasy, EverQuest, Free-to-Play, Sunsets After a stay of execution last year, EverQuest Mac will be shut down on November 18th. SOE cited the need to devote its resources to upcoming
Filed under: Fantasy, EverQuest, Free-to-Play, Sunsets After a stay of execution last year, EverQuest Mac will be shut down on November 18th. SOE cited the need to devote its resources to upcoming
Make My MMO: Crowdfunding October 6 - 19, 2013
Make My MMO: Crowdfunding October 6 - 19, 2013:
Filed under: MMO Industry, Massively Meta, Miscellaneous, Crowdfunding, Make My MMO This was quite a fortnight in the realm of crowdfunding, and for
Filed under: MMO Industry, Massively Meta, Miscellaneous, Crowdfunding, Make My MMO This was quite a fortnight in the realm of crowdfunding, and for
TERA: Rising: Banquet of Blood Arrives
TERA: Rising: Banquet of Blood Arrives:
As part of our weekend coverage, and with the approach of Halloween, we're making sure that players of all sorts of games are made aware of the thrills and
As part of our weekend coverage, and with the approach of Halloween, we're making sure that players of all sorts of games are made aware of the thrills and
Rumor: PSO2 may not be heading to the West, despite being 'fully localized'
Rumor: PSO2 may not be heading to the West, despite being 'fully localized':
Filed under: Fantasy, Sci-Fi, Launches, New Titles, News Items, Free-to-Play, Rumors, MMORPG It looks as though
Filed under: Fantasy, Sci-Fi, Launches, New Titles, News Items, Free-to-Play, Rumors, MMORPG It looks as though
Red 5 doubles Firefall's internal QA team, focuses on bug-squashing
Red 5 doubles Firefall's internal QA team, focuses on bug-squashing:
Filed under: Sci-Fi, Game Mechanics, MMO Industry, New Titles, News Items, Free-to-Play, Dev Diaries, Firefall Red 5
Filed under: Sci-Fi, Game Mechanics, MMO Industry, New Titles, News Items, Free-to-Play, Dev Diaries, Firefall Red 5
Friday, October 18, 2013
Disney Infinity sees million toy box downloads in 2 weeks
Disney Infinity sees million toy box downloads in 2 weeks:
"We are completely blown away by the teens and adults that are into the platform"
"We are completely blown away by the teens and adults that are into the platform"
Monster Hunter Online Released The Trailer For Upcoming Predatory Test
Monster Hunter Online Released The Trailer For Upcoming Predatory Test:
Tencent today finally released the full trailer for Monster Hunter Online's Predatory Test which is just around the
Tencent today finally released the full trailer for Monster Hunter Online's Predatory Test which is just around the
Steampunk Tower Review
Steampunk Tower Review:
Your employer owns and operates the one and only Ethereum mine on earth, and he is quite the dapper gentleman. From beneath his posh top hat, he speaks to you: "I am not about to let the
Your employer owns and operates the one and only Ethereum mine on earth, and he is quite the dapper gentleman. From beneath his posh top hat, he speaks to you: "I am not about to let the
Arma Tactics is now available on Steam
Arma Tactics is now available on Steam:
You’ve crawled miles through the grass with a broken leg just to take that shot on your enemy, now it’s time to...
You’ve crawled miles through the grass with a broken leg just to take that shot on your enemy, now it’s time to...
See the dark side of survival in Nether's live-action trailer
See the dark side of survival in Nether's live-action trailer:
Filed under: Betas, Horror, Sci-Fi, Trailers, Video, New Titles, PvP, News Items, Post-Apocalyptic Last month, we gave you a deeper look into the post-
Filed under: Betas, Horror, Sci-Fi, Trailers, Video, New Titles, PvP, News Items, Post-Apocalyptic Last month, we gave you a deeper look into the post-
How Real Steel hit 10 million downloads on mobile
How Real Steel hit 10 million downloads on mobile:
Real Steel, based on the film, has grown its audience and spawned a sequel. Manish Agarwal, CEO of the developer Reliance Games, explains how the game
Real Steel, based on the film, has grown its audience and spawned a sequel. Manish Agarwal, CEO of the developer Reliance Games, explains how the game
WildStar: Fighting for Riches
WildStar: Fighting for Riches:
Gaining riches in WildStar will take place in many different ways: CREDD, player trading, auction house and more. In our latest WildStar column, we examine each and offer some insight. Read on and then
Gaining riches in WildStar will take place in many different ways: CREDD, player trading, auction house and more. In our latest WildStar column, we examine each and offer some insight. Read on and then
Blood, Beer, And Bourbon: How To Turn Negative Word Of Mouth Into Positive Promotion
Blood, Beer, And Bourbon: How To Turn Negative Word Of Mouth Into Positive Promotion:
One might not think bourbon, beer, and loyalty programs have much in common, but they do when it comes to turning an
One might not think bourbon, beer, and loyalty programs have much in common, but they do when it comes to turning an
Bach on the Frontline: Battlefield 4's lead producer readies for war
Bach on the Frontline: Battlefield 4's lead producer readies for war:
Cross-generation juggling, hitting launch day and why the internet is wrong
Cross-generation juggling, hitting launch day and why the internet is wrong
Praia Bingo offers fast-paced Bingo modes on Facebook
Praia Bingo offers fast-paced Bingo modes on Facebook:
Image via Pipa Studios Pipa Studios’ Praia Bingo has found continued success on Facebook, thanks to the developer’s willingness to engage a
Image via Pipa Studios Pipa Studios’ Praia Bingo has found continued success on Facebook, thanks to the developer’s willingness to engage a
The 'Titanic effect' on free-to-play games
The 'Titanic effect' on free-to-play games:
Ramin Shokrizade discusses the concepts of depressed and elated monetization -- how users can be encouraged or even coerced to pay. He
Ramin Shokrizade discusses the concepts of depressed and elated monetization -- how users can be encouraged or even coerced to pay. He
MapleStory Released New Fall Content Update With New Missions, Events and More
MapleStory Released New Fall Content Update With New Missions, Events and More:
Nexon America just released the fall content update for the classic side-scrolling MMORPG - MapleStory.
Nexon America just released the fall content update for the classic side-scrolling MMORPG - MapleStory.
Black Desert (KR) Launches CBT 1 with New Contents Everyday
Black Desert (KR) Launches CBT 1 with New Contents Everyday:
The highly anticipated sandbox MMORPG Black Desert finally launches its first Closed Beta Test today! Pearl Abyss
The highly anticipated sandbox MMORPG Black Desert finally launches its first Closed Beta Test today! Pearl Abyss
Popcap exec becomes Hipsoft CEO
Popcap exec becomes Hipsoft CEO:
"We have a lot of work to do and we need to invest wisely"
"We have a lot of work to do and we need to invest wisely"
Cloud, crowd, and alternative biz models big at GDC Next
Cloud, crowd, and alternative biz models big at GDC Next:
GDC Online's spirit lives on in GDC Next, which will have plenty of talks on F2P, cloud gaming, crowdfunding, microtransactions, subscriptions, new
GDC Online's spirit lives on in GDC Next, which will have plenty of talks on F2P, cloud gaming, crowdfunding, microtransactions, subscriptions, new
Heva Clonia Online begins open beta today, hosts Halloween events
Heva Clonia Online begins open beta today, hosts Halloween events:
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, Events (In-Game), New Titles, News Items, Free-to-Play Last week we gave you the heads-
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, Events (In-Game), New Titles, News Items, Free-to-Play Last week we gave you the heads-
Zynga co-founder leaves company
Zynga co-founder leaves company:
Justin Waldron announces decision to leave social gaming outfit, "venture off on my own again"
Justin Waldron announces decision to leave social gaming outfit, "venture off on my own again"
PlayStation 4 Will Cost $1,850 in Brazil
PlayStation 4 Will Cost $1,850 in Brazil:
And we thought Argentina had it bad. In Brazil, the land of high video game import taxes, PlayStation fans will have to shell out 3,999 Brazilian Real for Sony's next
And we thought Argentina had it bad. In Brazil, the land of high video game import taxes, PlayStation fans will have to shell out 3,999 Brazilian Real for Sony's next
Champions Online Update Brings Blood Moon Lite Events and Alert System Changes | Ten Ton Hammer
Champions Online Update Brings Blood Moon Lite Events and Alert System Changes | Ten Ton Hammer:
Cryptic details changes to the Alert system and launches the first part of its
Cryptic details changes to the Alert system and launches the first part of its
Blizzard All-Stars renamed Heroes of the Storm
Blizzard All-Stars renamed Heroes of the Storm:
Blizzard has revealed that Heroes of the Storm is now the name of its upcoming MOBA, formerly known as Blizzard All-Stars.The publisher has released a new
Blizzard has revealed that Heroes of the Storm is now the name of its upcoming MOBA, formerly known as Blizzard All-Stars.The publisher has released a new
Ask Massively: The dilemma of the free-to-play sandbox
Ask Massively: The dilemma of the free-to-play sandbox:
Filed under: Business Models, Economy, Game Mechanics, MMO Industry, PvP, Opinion, Star Wars Galaxies, Ask Massively, Miscellaneous, ArcheAge,
Filed under: Business Models, Economy, Game Mechanics, MMO Industry, PvP, Opinion, Star Wars Galaxies, Ask Massively, Miscellaneous, ArcheAge,
Catch The Berry Review
Catch The Berry Review:
Oh hello there, it's berry nice to meet you! And now that my one awful attempt at being funny is done with and out of the way, I can tell you about a brand new physics-based puzzle game that comes
Oh hello there, it's berry nice to meet you! And now that my one awful attempt at being funny is done with and out of the way, I can tell you about a brand new physics-based puzzle game that comes
Some players break the rules. In Prime World, players make them
Some players break the rules. In Prime World, players make them:
For Josh Isom, community manger for Nival's MOBA game Prime World, creating rules for players and passing them down from a throne wasn't the best
For Josh Isom, community manger for Nival's MOBA game Prime World, creating rules for players and passing them down from a throne wasn't the best
Grand Voyage introduces 16th century maritime trade to your MMO dock
Grand Voyage introduces 16th century maritime trade to your MMO dock:
Filed under: Historical, New Titles If you enjoy sea battles and merchant trading in your MMO, but aren't necessarily a fan of
Filed under: Historical, New Titles If you enjoy sea battles and merchant trading in your MMO, but aren't necessarily a fan of
Layoffs at 2K Marin
Layoffs at 2K Marin:
BioShock 2 and The Bureau: XCOM Declassified developer 2K Marin today underwent "staff reductions" that are reported to total the "majority" of the team."We can confirm staff reductions at
BioShock 2 and The Bureau: XCOM Declassified developer 2K Marin today underwent "staff reductions" that are reported to total the "majority" of the team."We can confirm staff reductions at
Tencent Game Carnival 2013 Schedule Confirmed
Tencent Game Carnival 2013 Schedule Confirmed:
As the biggest game carnival that held by a game company in China, Tencent Game Carnival 2013 announced to start from Nov 29th to Dec 1st in Shanghai.
As the biggest game carnival that held by a game company in China, Tencent Game Carnival 2013 announced to start from Nov 29th to Dec 1st in Shanghai.
NPD: GTAV leads surging September
NPD: GTAV leads surging September:
Grand Theft Auto V sales alone in the United States represented more than 50 percent of total software sales for September, the NPD Group announced
Grand Theft Auto V sales alone in the United States represented more than 50 percent of total software sales for September, the NPD Group announced
Cryptic tweaks Champions' alert system
Cryptic tweaks Champions' alert system:
Filed under: Super-hero, Game Mechanics, MMO Industry, News Items, PvE, Free-to-Play, Champions Online, Dungeons Cryptic and Perfect World have
Filed under: Super-hero, Game Mechanics, MMO Industry, News Items, PvE, Free-to-Play, Champions Online, Dungeons Cryptic and Perfect World have
Happy Wars hits 6 million players on Xbox Live
Happy Wars hits 6 million players on Xbox Live:
Free-to-play Xbox Live game Happy Wars has hit six million players, Xbox announced today.Posting on Xbox Wire, PlayXBLA community coordinator Ashton
Free-to-play Xbox Live game Happy Wars has hit six million players, Xbox announced today.Posting on Xbox Wire, PlayXBLA community coordinator Ashton
US monthly digital revenue approaches $1 billion
US monthly digital revenue approaches $1 billion:
Mobile sees big gains in September as GTA V, Madden, and FIFA lead boxed digital sales
Mobile sees big gains in September as GTA V, Madden, and FIFA lead boxed digital sales
Thursday, October 17, 2013
Bigpoint Pulls the Plug on The Mummy Online and Universal Monsters | Ten Ton Hammer
Bigpoint Pulls the Plug on The Mummy Online and Universal Monsters | Ten Ton Hammer:
Bigpoint sends The Mummy Online back to its tomb and lays its lineup of other Universal Monsters to rest.
Bigpoint sends The Mummy Online back to its tomb and lays its lineup of other Universal Monsters to rest.
Free for All: Why I'd love to buy high-level characters
Free for All: Why I'd love to buy high-level characters:
Filed under: EverQuest II, Business Models, Opinion, Free-to-Play, Casual, DC Universe Online, Free for All, Buy-to-Play There is a seedling of a possibility of
Filed under: EverQuest II, Business Models, Opinion, Free-to-Play, Casual, DC Universe Online, Free for All, Buy-to-Play There is a seedling of a possibility of
Ancient Summoner Update Adds Goblins, Beasts and Ogres | Ten Ton Hammer
Ancient Summoner Update Adds Goblins, Beasts and Ogres | Ten Ton Hammer:
Ancient Summoner lines up October with events and new cards featuring some old fantasy favorites.
Ancient Summoner lines up October with events and new cards featuring some old fantasy favorites.
Asta open beta begins in Korea, gameplay vids abound
Asta open beta begins in Korea, gameplay vids abound:
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, Video, Game Mechanics, MMO Industry, New Titles, News Items, Free-to-Play Remember Asta: The War of Tears and Winds? MMO
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, Video, Game Mechanics, MMO Industry, New Titles, News Items, Free-to-Play Remember Asta: The War of Tears and Winds? MMO
Latest Steam Greenlight batch includes Ikaruga, Valve game mods
Latest Steam Greenlight batch includes Ikaruga, Valve game mods:
Today 37 more titles advanced through the Steam Greenlight process. You know the drill: Community votes and other
Today 37 more titles advanced through the Steam Greenlight process. You know the drill: Community votes and other
Istaria preps for 10-year anniversary, big content patch
Istaria preps for 10-year anniversary, big content patch:
Filed under: Fantasy, Game Mechanics, MMO Industry, News Items, Dev Diaries, Anniversaries Can you believe that Istaria will be 10 years old in December? Well,
Filed under: Fantasy, Game Mechanics, MMO Industry, News Items, Dev Diaries, Anniversaries Can you believe that Istaria will be 10 years old in December? Well,
Panzer General Online Closed Beta Begins | Ten Ton Hammer
Panzer General Online Closed Beta Begins | Ten Ton Hammer:
Ubisoft Blue Byte’s online free-to-play iteration of the classic Panzer General series gets a new trading card system just in time for beta.
Ubisoft Blue Byte’s online free-to-play iteration of the classic Panzer General series gets a new trading card system just in time for beta.
General: What Makes Me Monetize
General: What Makes Me Monetize:
Monetization in today's era of the free to play MMO is always a hot topic. In his latest column, Matt Miller takes a look at what he believes makes sense for
Monetization in today's era of the free to play MMO is always a hot topic. In his latest column, Matt Miller takes a look at what he believes makes sense for
Player loots over $30K from a single kill on Planet Calypso
Player loots over $30K from a single kill on Planet Calypso:
Filed under: Sci-Fi, Entropia Universe, Free-to-Play, Planet Calypso, Sandbox Most players are pretty excited to get an epic weapon or piece of armor when
Filed under: Sci-Fi, Entropia Universe, Free-to-Play, Planet Calypso, Sandbox Most players are pretty excited to get an epic weapon or piece of armor when
World of Warcraft: Cataclysm Becomes Part of the WoW Package for $19.99
World of Warcraft: Cataclysm Becomes Part of the WoW Package for $19.99:
Blizzard Entertainment has added the World of Warcraft expansion, Cataclysm, to its popular WoW Package (formerly the
Blizzard Entertainment has added the World of Warcraft expansion, Cataclysm, to its popular WoW Package (formerly the
XAOC JP Version's Theme Song Unveiled, New Skills and Events To Release Tomorrow
XAOC JP Version's Theme Song Unveiled, New Skills and Events To Release Tomorrow:
The Taiwanese MMORPG, XAOC, has announced to be published in Japan by USERJOY JAPAN in Sep. Recently,
The Taiwanese MMORPG, XAOC, has announced to be published in Japan by USERJOY JAPAN in Sep. Recently,
Nordeus sets sights on global success with Top Eleven
Nordeus sets sights on global success with Top Eleven:
Nikola Cavic believes that sports games can outlast the competition, and emerging markets are the key
Nikola Cavic believes that sports games can outlast the competition, and emerging markets are the key
Defiance Update Brings Itemization Changes | Ten Ton Hammer
Defiance Update Brings Itemization Changes | Ten Ton Hammer:
Trion makes a few big changes to Defiance weapons to improve their value starting at EGO rating 1000.
Trion makes a few big changes to Defiance weapons to improve their value starting at EGO rating 1000.
NCsoft Announces Valiance Expansion for Lineage II | Ten Ton Hammer
NCsoft Announces Valiance Expansion for Lineage II | Ten Ton Hammer:
Old foes return to wreak havoc across the lands with the next Lineage II expansion coming later this year.
Old foes return to wreak havoc across the lands with the next Lineage II expansion coming later this year.
New iOS Games Tonight: Device 6, Mimpi and more!
New iOS Games Tonight: Device 6, Mimpi and more!:
Sometimes when I'm just sitting here, waiting for it to be midnight so I can play all of the great new mobile games that are coming out, I like to ponder some of
Sometimes when I'm just sitting here, waiting for it to be midnight so I can play all of the great new mobile games that are coming out, I like to ponder some of
Chinese social dev Rekoo to open London office
Chinese social dev Rekoo to open London office:
New office will create 25 jobs in 3 years, serve as a conduit between Asian and European markets
New office will create 25 jobs in 3 years, serve as a conduit between Asian and European markets
Icarus Online (KR) to Enter Final Closed Beta on October 23rd
Icarus Online (KR) to Enter Final Closed Beta on October 23rd:
Blade and Soul, Black Desert, Asta, Bless Online, Devilian, are you messed up with these Korean nice looking MMORPGs? Many of them have entered
Blade and Soul, Black Desert, Asta, Bless Online, Devilian, are you messed up with these Korean nice looking MMORPGs? Many of them have entered
Supercell's superstar: Clash of Clans still the king of iOS
Supercell's superstar: Clash of Clans still the king of iOS:
On the day Supercell announced it was selling 51 percent of its business for a staggering $1.5 billion, analytics specialist released by Distimo revealed that the studio's star title - Clash of Clans - remains top of the pile on iOS.
Supercell's superstar again seized the number one spot for Top Grossing Apps on the App Store, followed sequentially by Candy Crush Saga, Hay Day, Puzzle & Dragons, and Pet Rescue Saga.
Once again, that's two games in the top five for both King and Supercell.
On the day Supercell announced it was selling 51 percent of its business for a staggering $1.5 billion, analytics specialist released by Distimo revealed that the studio's star title - Clash of Clans - remains top of the pile on iOS.
Supercell's superstar again seized the number one spot for Top Grossing Apps on the App Store, followed sequentially by Candy Crush Saga, Hay Day, Puzzle & Dragons, and Pet Rescue Saga.
Once again, that's two games in the top five for both King and Supercell.
Candy crusher: How to beat the App Store's frozen charts and win
Candy crusher: How to beat the App Store's frozen charts and win:
Are the App Store and Google Play charts frozen?
In our Stateside column last week, 148Apps' Carter Dotson suggested that, while the success of Clash of Clans and Candy Crush delivers positive headlines for the mobile industry, their run at the top of the charts is harming creativity.
"Part of what made mobile such an exciting space to be in after the launch of the App Store in 2008 was the fact that studios were constantly innovating and being rewarded for that endeavour," detailed Carter.
"Rather that sequels being guaranteed bankers – stagnating the market as they do on consoles – developers learned that, taking a risk and doing something different was more likely to pay off.
"In short, this innovation drove mobile forward. Fast forward to 2013, and the variety of titles at the top of the charts is very low. New ideas are being shut out, or driven away from mobile entirely."
Are the App Store and Google Play charts frozen?
In our Stateside column last week, 148Apps' Carter Dotson suggested that, while the success of Clash of Clans and Candy Crush delivers positive headlines for the mobile industry, their run at the top of the charts is harming creativity.
"Part of what made mobile such an exciting space to be in after the launch of the App Store in 2008 was the fact that studios were constantly innovating and being rewarded for that endeavour," detailed Carter.
"Rather that sequels being guaranteed bankers – stagnating the market as they do on consoles – developers learned that, taking a risk and doing something different was more likely to pay off.
"In short, this innovation drove mobile forward. Fast forward to 2013, and the variety of titles at the top of the charts is very low. New ideas are being shut out, or driven away from mobile entirely."
Wednesday, October 16, 2013
Black Desert First Closed Beta Schedule and Testing Subjects
Black Desert First Closed Beta Schedule and Testing Subjects:
Pearl Abyss today has announced the Closed Beta Schedule for their highly anticipated MMORPG Black Desert. 5000 lucky koreans can start playing the beta
Pearl Abyss today has announced the Closed Beta Schedule for their highly anticipated MMORPG Black Desert. 5000 lucky koreans can start playing the beta
Making Xbox One Number One
Making Xbox One Number One:
Microsoft can win the next-gen console war, and here are some strategies it might use
Microsoft can win the next-gen console war, and here are some strategies it might use
8BitMMO: Funding Goal Met
8BitMMO: Funding Goal Met:
The 8BitMMO team has announced that it has surpassed its funding goal, a goal set to bring the desktop version of the game to fruition.
The 8BitMMO team has announced that it has surpassed its funding goal, a goal set to bring the desktop version of the game to fruition.
Blog: Why your mobile game failed - Complexity kills
Blog: Why your mobile game failed - Complexity kills:
This analysis of the top-performing, most-popular mobile games suggests that, from Temple Run to Rage of Bahamut, the most mainstream players
This analysis of the top-performing, most-popular mobile games suggests that, from Temple Run to Rage of Bahamut, the most mainstream players
Trailer introduces dungeon-crawling Project: Velyria
Trailer introduces dungeon-crawling Project: Velyria:
Filed under: Sci-Fi, Trailers, Video, MMO Industry, New Titles, News Items, Free-to-Play, Browser, Dungeons If you've been longing for some old-style dungeon
Filed under: Sci-Fi, Trailers, Video, MMO Industry, New Titles, News Items, Free-to-Play, Browser, Dungeons If you've been longing for some old-style dungeon
GYRO Review
GYRO Review:
Gyro is not for those who desire a relaxing experience in their puzzle games. While some puzzle games let you sit back, match gems, and collect cute creatures, Gyro couldn't care less
Gyro is not for those who desire a relaxing experience in their puzzle games. While some puzzle games let you sit back, match gems, and collect cute creatures, Gyro couldn't care less
Marvel Puzzle Quest dev sees “permanent renaissance” for indies
Marvel Puzzle Quest dev sees “permanent renaissance” for indies:
Demiurge Studios CEO Albert Reed is thrilled by the rise of indies, but he also believes publishers will remain an
Demiurge Studios CEO Albert Reed is thrilled by the rise of indies, but he also believes publishers will remain an
NPD: More gamers play online through Xbox 360 than PS3
NPD: More gamers play online through Xbox 360 than PS3:
Nearly 50 percent more online console gamers use Xbox 360 for playing games online than PlayStation 3, according to data from the NPD Group's 2013 Online
Nearly 50 percent more online console gamers use Xbox 360 for playing games online than PlayStation 3, according to data from the NPD Group's 2013 Online
Duet Review
Duet Review:
My brain shouldn't be able to contemplate what Duet is throwing at me. There are white blocks zipping towards me, and not only do I have to dodge them once, but I'm being asked to dodge them twice
My brain shouldn't be able to contemplate what Duet is throwing at me. There are white blocks zipping towards me, and not only do I have to dodge them once, but I'm being asked to dodge them twice
General: Blood & Jade: First Beta Test Incoming
General: Blood & Jade: First Beta Test Incoming:
R2Games has announced that the first beta event for its latest game, Blood & Jade, will kick off on October 15th. The new browser title features historic
R2Games has announced that the first beta event for its latest game, Blood & Jade, will kick off on October 15th. The new browser title features historic
Random Runners Review
Random Runners Review:
From deep within a subterranean military bunker, my CO debriefs me on the situation. A shadowy terrorist organization is taking over the globe and turning its denizens into zombies. I am planet
From deep within a subterranean military bunker, my CO debriefs me on the situation. A shadowy terrorist organization is taking over the globe and turning its denizens into zombies. I am planet
Battlefield dev: Linux needs one killer app to take off
Battlefield dev: Linux needs one killer app to take off:
With a killer app or game, open-source operating system Linux could become a major player in the gaming industry, according to Battlefield studio DICE
With a killer app or game, open-source operating system Linux could become a major player in the gaming industry, according to Battlefield studio DICE
G-Star 2013 Announced Exhibitor List and Other Details
G-Star 2013 Announced Exhibitor List and Other Details:
On the 11th, a press release of G-Star 2013 was revealed at official site, detailing the status of G-Star this year, such as booth growth, exhibition date,
On the 11th, a press release of G-Star 2013 was revealed at official site, detailing the status of G-Star this year, such as booth growth, exhibition date,
Even Microsoft Thinks Cross-Platform Multiplayer "Makes Sense"
Even Microsoft Thinks Cross-Platform Multiplayer "Makes Sense":
One of the biggest failures of Microsoft's involvement in the PC space has been its treatment of gaming relative to the Xbox
One of the biggest failures of Microsoft's involvement in the PC space has been its treatment of gaming relative to the Xbox
My Top 5 Anticipated Games At G-Star 2013
My Top 5 Anticipated Games At G-Star 2013:
G-Star 2013's exhibitor list was confirmed, so were some exhibited games. What we can expect from this G-Star? Here is my top 5 anticipated games
G-Star 2013's exhibitor list was confirmed, so were some exhibited games. What we can expect from this G-Star? Here is my top 5 anticipated games
EA Launched Heroes of Dragon Age and Dungeon Keeper
EA Launched Heroes of Dragon Age and Dungeon Keeper:
EA has soft-launched two free-to-play mobile games: Heroes of Dragon Age and Dungeon Keeper, which both represent the mobile debuts of their
EA has soft-launched two free-to-play mobile games: Heroes of Dragon Age and Dungeon Keeper, which both represent the mobile debuts of their
Let League of Legends introduce you to Team Builder so you can play what role you want to
Let League of Legends introduce you to Team Builder so you can play what role you want to:
This new development from Riot Games, is going to be met with mixed feelings
This new development from Riot Games, is going to be met with mixed feelings
Latest Unity update adds controller support for iOS 7
Latest Unity update adds controller support for iOS 7:
One of the most popular engines for making video games is now aligned with Apple's initiative to standardize physical game controllers for devices including
One of the most popular engines for making video games is now aligned with Apple's initiative to standardize physical game controllers for devices including
Sudden Attack(KR) Winter Champion's League is Now Live, Awarding 200 Million KRW
Sudden Attack(KR) Winter Champion's League is Now Live, Awarding 200 Million KRW:
Compared with other areas of Sudden Attack, such as NA and SEA, KR Sudden Attack is really growing vigorously. If you
Compared with other areas of Sudden Attack, such as NA and SEA, KR Sudden Attack is really growing vigorously. If you
Not So Massively: Star Citizen design contest, Samuel L Jackson announcer pack, and LoL releases Jinx
Not So Massively: Star Citizen design contest, Samuel L Jackson announcer pack, and LoL releases Jinx:
Filed under: Fantasy, Sci-Fi, Trailers, Video, Contests, Expansions, Game
Filed under: Fantasy, Sci-Fi, Trailers, Video, Contests, Expansions, Game
Nothing Makes Monday Bearable Like Fresh-Squeezed Gaming Apps
Nothing Makes Monday Bearable Like Fresh-Squeezed Gaming Apps:
Since we can't all go back to bed, let's play some gaming apps instead. Here are eight of the latest and/or greatest to
Since we can't all go back to bed, let's play some gaming apps instead. Here are eight of the latest and/or greatest to
Black Gold could possibly start beta in early 2014
Black Gold could possibly start beta in early 2014:
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, Free-to-Play, Steampunk, Black Gold Dying to get your hands on the scrumptious-looking Black Gold? If you've already registered for a
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, Free-to-Play, Steampunk, Black Gold Dying to get your hands on the scrumptious-looking Black Gold? If you've already registered for a
Big Fish appoints new VP of corporate communications
Big Fish appoints new VP of corporate communications:
Susan Lusty takes new role, Kathryn Ficarra receives promotion
Susan Lusty takes new role, Kathryn Ficarra receives promotion
Zhu Xian 3 Full CG Trailer Released, Arriving This Friday
Zhu Xian 3 Full CG Trailer Released, Arriving This Friday:
Zhu Xian 3 will be live on Oct 18th, this Friday, which means that the title will leap from Zhu Xian 2 to a new age, Zhu Xian 3. The full CG of Zhu Xian 3 was revealed by
Zhu Xian 3 will be live on Oct 18th, this Friday, which means that the title will leap from Zhu Xian 2 to a new age, Zhu Xian 3. The full CG of Zhu Xian 3 was revealed by
RIFT servers to merge next week
RIFT servers to merge next week:
Filed under: Fantasy, MMO Industry, Free-to-Play, RIFT Trion Worlds has announced a server merge -- er, sorry... shard unification -- for its fantasy MMO
Filed under: Fantasy, MMO Industry, Free-to-Play, RIFT Trion Worlds has announced a server merge -- er, sorry... shard unification -- for its fantasy MMO
TERA's newest update brings Halloween event, box refinements, and achievements
TERA's newest update brings Halloween event, box refinements, and achievements:
Filed under: Fantasy, Events (In-Game), Game Mechanics, Patches, News Items, Free-to-Play, TERA Halloween is almost
Filed under: Fantasy, Events (In-Game), Game Mechanics, Patches, News Items, Free-to-Play, TERA Halloween is almost
Project Spark does not require Xbox Live Gold
Project Spark does not require Xbox Live Gold:
Microsoft's game-building tool Project Spark will not require an Xbox Live Gold subscription, the company confirmed in the Xbox One Reddit forum this week (via
Microsoft's game-building tool Project Spark will not require an Xbox Live Gold subscription, the company confirmed in the Xbox One Reddit forum this week (via
Blade and Soul China: Ways to Get Your CBT Codes + CBT/OBT Content Updates!
Blade and Soul China: Ways to Get Your CBT Codes + CBT/OBT Content Updates!:
There are many news today! To top it off, Girls Generation will be the Spokesperson for Blade and Soul China.
There are many news today! To top it off, Girls Generation will be the Spokesperson for Blade and Soul China.
Blog: Why Plants vs. Zombies 2 can't make it to the Top 10
Blog: Why Plants vs. Zombies 2 can't make it to the Top 10:
Former Rovio and Supercell staffer Michail Katkoff analyses PopCap's latest big release, and argues that its design means that, as an F2P game, it won't
Former Rovio and Supercell staffer Michail Katkoff analyses PopCap's latest big release, and argues that its design means that, as an F2P game, it won't
Sony: Free-to-play could be "big part" of next-gen
Sony: Free-to-play could be "big part" of next-gen:
Free-to-play games on consoles like the PlayStation 4 could be a "big part" of next-generation gaming, according to Sony Computer Entertainment CEO Andrew
Free-to-play games on consoles like the PlayStation 4 could be a "big part" of next-generation gaming, according to Sony Computer Entertainment CEO Andrew
Flameseeker Chronicles: How to win friends and influence Guild Wars 2's development
Flameseeker Chronicles: How to win friends and influence Guild Wars 2's development:
Filed under: Fantasy, Opinion, Guild Wars 2, Flameseeker Chronicles, Buy-to-Play By the time this article goes to press, it'll
Filed under: Fantasy, Opinion, Guild Wars 2, Flameseeker Chronicles, Buy-to-Play By the time this article goes to press, it'll
Pirate101 celebrates a birthday with headwear
Pirate101 celebrates a birthday with headwear:
Filed under: Fantasy, Culture, News Items, Free-to-Play, Browser, Anniversaries, Pirate101 It's been a year on the high seas for Pirate101, and the
Filed under: Fantasy, Culture, News Items, Free-to-Play, Browser, Anniversaries, Pirate101 It's been a year on the high seas for Pirate101, and the
Warface PC launching October 21
Warface PC launching October 21:
The PC version of Crytek's free-to-play first-person shooter Warface will be released on October 21, the developer announced today. A final round of beta
The PC version of Crytek's free-to-play first-person shooter Warface will be released on October 21, the developer announced today. A final round of beta
Clash of Clans developer Supercell sells 51% stake to SoftBank and GungHo
Clash of Clans developer Supercell sells 51% stake to SoftBank and GungHo:
Deal for tablet game developer worth $1.5 billion
Deal for tablet game developer worth $1.5 billion
The Mummy Online: Longevity Unravels, Closure Arrives
The Mummy Online: Longevity Unravels, Closure Arrives:
As last month's notice indicated, The Mummy Online will shut its doors forever today, Tuesday, October 15th. Players were informed of the closure late last
As last month's notice indicated, The Mummy Online will shut its doors forever today, Tuesday, October 15th. Players were informed of the closure late last
Guild Wars 2: Blood and Madness Goes Live | Ten Ton Hammer
Guild Wars 2: Blood and Madness Goes Live | Ten Ton Hammer:
Halloween arrives early in Guild Wars 2 today with the rise of the Bloody Prince and the return of the Mad Realm.
Halloween arrives early in Guild Wars 2 today with the rise of the Bloody Prince and the return of the Mad Realm.
EverQuest: Veeshan Open Beta Kicks Off
EverQuest: Veeshan Open Beta Kicks Off:
EverQuest players wanting to check out the next expansion to the game will be happy to hear that the open beta for Tears of Veeshan is now live. The open beta is
EverQuest players wanting to check out the next expansion to the game will be happy to hear that the open beta for Tears of Veeshan is now live. The open beta is
Angry Birds kart racer launching December 11
Angry Birds kart racer launching December 11:
Rovio Entertainment announced today that its kart racing game Angry Birds Go! will be released in app stores worldwide on December 11.The game was "built
Rovio Entertainment announced today that its kart racing game Angry Birds Go! will be released in app stores worldwide on December 11.The game was "built
Middle East games market "growing like crazy"
Middle East games market "growing like crazy":
The Middle East and North African region has been a strong growth area for Peak Games
The Middle East and North African region has been a strong growth area for Peak Games
A RuneScape Mystery is Afoot | Ten Ton Hammer
A RuneScape Mystery is Afoot | Ten Ton Hammer:
Jagex challenges RuneScape players to solve a new mystery involving murder, death, and the supernatural.
Jagex challenges RuneScape players to solve a new mystery involving murder, death, and the supernatural.
Trulia on Google Glass, Mirada transmedia app talks added to ADC
Trulia on Google Glass, Mirada transmedia app talks added to ADC:
New talks for the ADC in November will include Trulia's case study on a Google Glass real estate app, and Mirada
New talks for the ADC in November will include Trulia's case study on a Google Glass real estate app, and Mirada
[Review] Hero of the Obelisk CBT
[Review] Hero of the Obelisk CBT:
Hero of the Obelisk is a Chibi Anime style Dungeon Crawler Point n Click MMORPG developed by Eyasoft (Dev of Iris Online, Luna Online and Legend of Edda),
Hero of the Obelisk is a Chibi Anime style Dungeon Crawler Point n Click MMORPG developed by Eyasoft (Dev of Iris Online, Luna Online and Legend of Edda),
Zynga's Solstice Arena is now available on PC
Zynga's Solstice Arena is now available on PC:
Last month we brought you the news that Zynga's acclaimed mobile speed-MOBA game Solstice Arena had taken the battle to the Mac platform, and today we have
Last month we brought you the news that Zynga's acclaimed mobile speed-MOBA game Solstice Arena had taken the battle to the Mac platform, and today we have
Monday, October 14, 2013
TERA: Flaws, Fixes and the Future
TERA: Flaws, Fixes and the Future:
Arguably, TERA has a lot of work to go and many issues to work out. In the MMORPG space, getting fresh new content and fixes to existing content on a
Arguably, TERA has a lot of work to go and many issues to work out. In the MMORPG space, getting fresh new content and fixes to existing content on a
Free-to-play Batman: Arkham Origins brawler coming to iOS
Free-to-play Batman: Arkham Origins brawler coming to iOS:
A free-to-play Batman: Arkham Origins brawler will be released on iOS and Android later this year, Warner Bros. and DC Entertainment announced today.The
A free-to-play Batman: Arkham Origins brawler will be released on iOS and Android later this year, Warner Bros. and DC Entertainment announced today.The
Rise and Shiny: Rise of Mythos
Rise and Shiny: Rise of Mythos:
Filed under: Video, Game Mechanics, PvP, Opinion, Free-to-Play, Browser, Hands-On, Casual, Rise and Shiny, Livestream I am surprised at how much I have enjoyed Rise of Mythos, a free-to-
Filed under: Video, Game Mechanics, PvP, Opinion, Free-to-Play, Browser, Hands-On, Casual, Rise and Shiny, Livestream I am surprised at how much I have enjoyed Rise of Mythos, a free-to-
Blade and Soul China: Chance to Win Yourself a CBT Account - Rhythm Master Event
Blade and Soul China: Chance to Win Yourself a CBT Account - Rhythm Master Event:
For players who are interested in the upcoming Non-Account-Deletion CBT, Tencent has just released an info on how
For players who are interested in the upcoming Non-Account-Deletion CBT, Tencent has just released an info on how
Prime World Review
Prime World Review:
Prime World brings a change of pace to a genre where imitation and outright copying has become the norm. Unfortunately, in all its efforts to add new gameplay modes focused on diverse mechanics not typically covered by the standard three-lane map, it fails to capture the thrills of similar games that make it difficult to pull away. The game could be likened to a grand steak dinner for which chef forgot to season the slab of meat.
Prime World brings a change of pace to a genre where imitation and outright copying has become the norm. Unfortunately, in all its efforts to add new gameplay modes focused on diverse mechanics not typically covered by the standard three-lane map, it fails to capture the thrills of similar games that make it difficult to pull away. The game could be likened to a grand steak dinner for which chef forgot to season the slab of meat.
Monster Adventures Review
Monster Adventures Review:
Gotta catch 'em all. And then you gotta send 'em all off into the wilderness to fight while you stay at home, because man, that junk is dangerous. Monster Adventures is a monster hunting/battling
Gotta catch 'em all. And then you gotta send 'em all off into the wilderness to fight while you stay at home, because man, that junk is dangerous. Monster Adventures is a monster hunting/battling
Rabbids Big Bang launching October 17
Rabbids Big Bang launching October 17:
Rabbids Big Bang will be released for iOS and Android devices and through Amazon beginning October 17, Ubisoft announced today. The game will sell for
Rabbids Big Bang will be released for iOS and Android devices and through Amazon beginning October 17, Ubisoft announced today. The game will sell for
Xbox Live Arcade sales analysis in short, September 2013
Xbox Live Arcade sales analysis in short, September 2013:
Our monthly look at the sales of Xbox Live Arcade games for the Xbox 360, compiled via leaderboard data, public figures, and -- for Minecraft -- stats direct from Mojang.
Our monthly look at the sales of Xbox Live Arcade games for the Xbox 360, compiled via leaderboard data, public figures, and -- for Minecraft -- stats direct from Mojang.
Flux Review
Flux Review:
Flux is the kind of puzzle game you can play during a quick coffee break, or sit down for a marathon session. It's simple to learn and easy to play, but getting to the point of mastery means learning to
Flux is the kind of puzzle game you can play during a quick coffee break, or sit down for a marathon session. It's simple to learn and easy to play, but getting to the point of mastery means learning to
Dead Man's Draw Review
Dead Man's Draw Review:
Nothing's quite as much fun as when a developer surprises you with something totally outside of its normal comfort zone. Like, how much fun would it be if Rockstar made a casual party game?
Nothing's quite as much fun as when a developer surprises you with something totally outside of its normal comfort zone. Like, how much fun would it be if Rockstar made a casual party game?
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