Review: Beetle Breaker:
Beetle Breaker is basically Angry Birds: Beetle Edition, but instead of hitting pigs with birds it's all about slingshotting - presumably TNT-spliced - bugs at lumps of wood and other materials. Why the bugs are suicidal is never
Monday, December 2, 2013
Steam hits 7 million concurrent users
Steam hits 7 million concurrent users:
Valve's PC platform added another million people over the last year
Valve's PC platform added another million people over the last year
Could GTA Online work as a F2P title?
Could GTA Online work as a F2P title?:
The GamesAnalytics staff look at the structure of Rockstar's multiplayer
The GamesAnalytics staff look at the structure of Rockstar's multiplayer
Record of Lodoss War Online – Game details to be revealed this week
Record of Lodoss War Online – Game details to be revealed this week:
First revealed to be in development earlier this year by L&K Logic Korea, it seems that Record of Lodoss War Online will first be published in Japan by GameOn. GameOn is 1 of the biggest publisher in Japan, recently launching
First revealed to be in development earlier this year by L&K Logic Korea, it seems that Record of Lodoss War Online will first be published in Japan by GameOn. GameOn is 1 of the biggest publisher in Japan, recently launching
Lucent Heart: Lucent Heart Closed Beta Key Giveaway!
Lucent Heart: Lucent Heart Closed Beta Key Giveaway!:
MMORPG.com has partnered with Suba Games to give away closed beta keys for Lucent Heart! The closed beta will begin on December 12 and run until December 30. Get your free key now!
MMORPG.com has partnered with Suba Games to give away closed beta keys for Lucent Heart! The closed beta will begin on December 12 and run until December 30. Get your free key now!
MMObility: Elemental Kingdoms is almost a unique game
MMObility: Elemental Kingdoms is almost a unique game:
Filed under: Screenshots, Game Mechanics, Previews, PvP, PvE, Opinion, Free-to-Play, Mobile, Trading Card Games, Casual, MMORTS, First Impressions, MMObility We've all had our share of trading card games. It's a
Filed under: Screenshots, Game Mechanics, Previews, PvP, PvE, Opinion, Free-to-Play, Mobile, Trading Card Games, Casual, MMORTS, First Impressions, MMObility We've all had our share of trading card games. It's a
TouchArcade Game of the Week: 'Skulls of the Shogun'
TouchArcade Game of the Week: 'Skulls of the Shogun':
The idea behind the TouchArcade Game of the Week is that every Friday afternoon we post the one game that came out this week that we think is worth giving a special nod to. Now, before anyone goes over-thinking this, it
The idea behind the TouchArcade Game of the Week is that every Friday afternoon we post the one game that came out this week that we think is worth giving a special nod to. Now, before anyone goes over-thinking this, it
'Lords Of Waterdeep' Review - A Great Conversion Of An Excellent Board Game
'Lords Of Waterdeep' Review - A Great Conversion Of An Excellent Board Game:
Playdek has built a good reputation converting trading card games to iOS, and their recent foray into board games, Agricola , showed they know their way around that type of conversion just as well. Their latest release, Lords of
Playdek has built a good reputation converting trading card games to iOS, and their recent foray into board games, Agricola , showed they know their way around that type of conversion just as well. Their latest release, Lords of
Hungry Henri Review
Hungry Henri Review:
Hungry Henri Review By Angela LaFollette on November 29th, 2013 Our Rating: :: QUIRKY PHYSICSiPhone App - Designed for the iPhone, compatible with the iPad A creative and addictive physics puzzler where players are
Hungry Henri Review By Angela LaFollette on November 29th, 2013 Our Rating: :: QUIRKY PHYSICSiPhone App - Designed for the iPhone, compatible with the iPad A creative and addictive physics puzzler where players are
MapleStory – 6th hero character to debut in massive You & I update
MapleStory – 6th hero character to debut in massive You & I update:
[Source] It is winter again, and MapleStory Korea (KMS) will once again get its massive annual content update. Titled as “You & I update”, a new 6th hero will appear, although it seems that he was wiped from the memories from the
[Source] It is winter again, and MapleStory Korea (KMS) will once again get its massive annual content update. Titled as “You & I update”, a new 6th hero will appear, although it seems that he was wiped from the memories from the
Data Proves We Pay For Things On Mobile, But We're Still Nervous Of Security
Data Proves We Pay For Things On Mobile, But We're Still Nervous Of Security:
Credit card security firm Jumio has looked into how we're all using our smartphones and tablets to shop.Jumio, a young firm backed by Facebook billionaire Eduardo Saverin, has just published research on how consumers
Credit card security firm Jumio has looked into how we're all using our smartphones and tablets to shop.Jumio, a young firm backed by Facebook billionaire Eduardo Saverin, has just published research on how consumers
Too many social games are anti-social, but we're going to change that
Too many social games are anti-social, but we're going to change that:
When we first met Ewan Lamont - CEO of Nottingham-based studio Legendary Games - at G-Star in Korea earlier this month, the topic of conversation was HTML5 and its future role in the mobile games industry.
When we first met Ewan Lamont - CEO of Nottingham-based studio Legendary Games - at G-Star in Korea earlier this month, the topic of conversation was HTML5 and its future role in the mobile games industry.
Overcrowded app stores and rising dev costs top developer woes in 2013
Overcrowded app stores and rising dev costs top developer woes in 2013:
Two third of developers think the increasing amount of competition on app stores is the greatest threat to the mobile games industry, while rising development costs are a prime concern for 4 out of 10. That's according to the
Two third of developers think the increasing amount of competition on app stores is the greatest threat to the mobile games industry, while rising development costs are a prime concern for 4 out of 10. That's according to the
ArcheAge: XLGAMES Address Monetization Worries
ArcheAge: XLGAMES Address Monetization Worries:
ArcheAge in Korea currently utilizes a rather complex monetization system. In a brand new interview, we spoke with Executive Director of XL Game ArcheAge Division Yinzi Cheng about the complicated system and about
ArcheAge in Korea currently utilizes a rather complex monetization system. In a brand new interview, we spoke with Executive Director of XL Game ArcheAge Division Yinzi Cheng about the complicated system and about
Breaking: Fishlabs sells up, co-founders Schade and Lohr to depart
Breaking: Fishlabs sells up, co-founders Schade and Lohr to depart:
German developer Fishlabs, best known for the Galaxy on Fire series, has sold up to an unnamed party, co-founder Michael Schade has revealed to PocketGamer.biz. The buyout, which is yet to be officially announced, will
German developer Fishlabs, best known for the Galaxy on Fire series, has sold up to an unnamed party, co-founder Michael Schade has revealed to PocketGamer.biz. The buyout, which is yet to be officially announced, will
Pepper Panic Saga Review
Pepper Panic Saga Review:
Start writing a letter to your loved ones: You're going on a pepper-growing journey courtesy of King, and you're probably not coming back for a while. Pepper Panic Saga is yet another match-three puzzle game from the creators
Start writing a letter to your loved ones: You're going on a pepper-growing journey courtesy of King, and you're probably not coming back for a while. Pepper Panic Saga is yet another match-three puzzle game from the creators
Papa Pear Saga Review
Papa Pear Saga Review:
Papa Pear Saga Review By Carter Dotson on November 29th, 2013 Our Rating: :: HOLD THE FIESTA?Universal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad Yes, there’s fun to be had – but is it fair? Developer: King Price: FREE
Papa Pear Saga Review By Carter Dotson on November 29th, 2013 Our Rating: :: HOLD THE FIESTA?Universal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad Yes, there’s fun to be had – but is it fair? Developer: King Price: FREE
Hangman 2020 Review
Hangman 2020 Review:
Hangman 2020 Review By Lucy Ingram on November 29th, 2013 Our Rating: :: WORD GUESSING FUNiPad Only App - Designed for the iPad Hangman 2020 is an enjoyable take on the popular Hangman game, packed with
Hangman 2020 Review By Lucy Ingram on November 29th, 2013 Our Rating: :: WORD GUESSING FUNiPad Only App - Designed for the iPad Hangman 2020 is an enjoyable take on the popular Hangman game, packed with
Review: Clumsy Ninja
Review: Clumsy Ninja:
Last week I spent my time thanklessly looking after a pointless little blob of yellow, but this week I get to spend it with a ninja. I'd say that things are looking up already. Clumsy Ninja is from NaturalMotion, a company with a
Last week I spent my time thanklessly looking after a pointless little blob of yellow, but this week I get to spend it with a ninja. I'd say that things are looking up already. Clumsy Ninja is from NaturalMotion, a company with a
Rune Factory developer Neverland declares bankruptcy
Rune Factory developer Neverland declares bankruptcy:
Rune Factory developer Neverland has declared itself bankrupt.The Japanese developer announced it would be closing down on its official site (translated via Siliconera), saying that "performance has been sluggish due to
Rune Factory developer Neverland has declared itself bankrupt.The Japanese developer announced it would be closing down on its official site (translated via Siliconera), saying that "performance has been sluggish due to
Make My MMO: Crowdfunding November 17 - 30, 2013
Make My MMO: Crowdfunding November 17 - 30, 2013:
Filed under: MMO Industry, Massively Meta, Miscellaneous, Crowdfunding, Make My MMO One thing gamers can definitely be thankful for this year is crowdfunding! Thanks to this phenomenon, we have many more options
Filed under: MMO Industry, Massively Meta, Miscellaneous, Crowdfunding, Make My MMO One thing gamers can definitely be thankful for this year is crowdfunding! Thanks to this phenomenon, we have many more options
Betawatch: November 23 - 29, 2013
Betawatch: November 23 - 29, 2013:
Filed under: Betas, MMO Industry, News Items, Betawatch, Miscellaneous Good news, everyone! SMITE is going to be launched in March of next year! You might argue that it's kind of a silly distinction seeing as the game has
Filed under: Betas, MMO Industry, News Items, Betawatch, Miscellaneous Good news, everyone! SMITE is going to be launched in March of next year! You might argue that it's kind of a silly distinction seeing as the game has
Korean News and Beta Test Announcements
- EXE Games casual UCC shooting game “Brick Force” ends 1st test, planned for service this year.
- Game Paradiso football game “Mini Eleven” starts CBT on December 11.
- High1 Entertainment web game “Jingyeok Samguk” starts Daum channeling service.
This Week in China: Why your Western game is failing
This Week in China: Why your Western game is failing:
While America takes a few days off for turkey and shopping, the rest of the world ticks on - and China is no exception. This week a few interesting tidbits have emerged from the People's Rebpublic, including some predictions for
While America takes a few days off for turkey and shopping, the rest of the world ticks on - and China is no exception. This week a few interesting tidbits have emerged from the People's Rebpublic, including some predictions for
GT Racing 2 Review
GT Racing 2 Review:
GT Racing 2 Review By Lee Hamlet on November 29th, 2013 Our Rating: :: DRIVING NEVER LOOKED BETTERUniversal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad The GT Racing series returns with some more stunning visuals and a
GT Racing 2 Review By Lee Hamlet on November 29th, 2013 Our Rating: :: DRIVING NEVER LOOKED BETTERUniversal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad The GT Racing series returns with some more stunning visuals and a
Icycle: On Thin Ice Review
Icycle: On Thin Ice Review:
Icycle leaves so many questions floating around in my head. Why is the protagonist naked, especially in such harsh, freezing conditions? Why is he riding on such a tiny, ridiculous bike? Why is he so desperate to kiss a fish on
Icycle leaves so many questions floating around in my head. Why is the protagonist naked, especially in such harsh, freezing conditions? Why is he riding on such a tiny, ridiculous bike? Why is he so desperate to kiss a fish on
Call of Duty Online – New Zombie Defense mode introduced
Call of Duty Online – New Zombie Defense mode introduced:
Despite being introduced for around a year now, the China-exclusive Call of Duty Online is still in Closed Beta mode. Yesterday, a new Zombie Defense mode was introduced for the next test phase, and it is really a PvE survival
Despite being introduced for around a year now, the China-exclusive Call of Duty Online is still in Closed Beta mode. Yesterday, a new Zombie Defense mode was introduced for the next test phase, and it is really a PvE survival
ArcheAge – China server to enter new beta phase late next month
ArcheAge – China server to enter new beta phase late next month:
Revealed earlier at Tencent Games Carnival 2013, ArcheAge China will be entering its “Divine” test phase on 26th December. This is just 1 of the many Closed Beta phases and I do not expect this to be the last, which will definitely
Revealed earlier at Tencent Games Carnival 2013, ArcheAge China will be entering its “Divine” test phase on 26th December. This is just 1 of the many Closed Beta phases and I do not expect this to be the last, which will definitely
Kritika – 4th playable chracter class revealed at annual Tencent event
Kritika – 4th playable chracter class revealed at annual Tencent event:
Over at Tencent Games Carnival 2013, the 4th character class for Kritika was revealed by its Korean developer, All-M (of Lunia Online fame). Despite claiming as a global first reveal, the images were actually uploaded on the
Over at Tencent Games Carnival 2013, the 4th character class for Kritika was revealed by its Korean developer, All-M (of Lunia Online fame). Despite claiming as a global first reveal, the images were actually uploaded on the
Heroes of Newerth – Tencent Games revealed as China publisher
Heroes of Newerth – Tencent Games revealed as China publisher:
In what is supposedly a shock announcement, Tencent Games, China’s largest online gaming company, announced that it will be publishing S2 Games’ Heroes of Newerth. Tencent Games currently has League of
In what is supposedly a shock announcement, Tencent Games, China’s largest online gaming company, announced that it will be publishing S2 Games’ Heroes of Newerth. Tencent Games currently has League of
Battle of the Gods – 300 kills in 30 minutes possible in new MOBA
Battle of the Gods – 300 kills in 30 minutes possible in new MOBA:
Developed by Tencent’s Quantum Studios, Battle of the Gods was formally revealed earlier today, with the debut test phase starting on 12th December. The core feature will be the 10 Vs 10 mode, with all playable characters
Developed by Tencent’s Quantum Studios, Battle of the Gods was formally revealed earlier today, with the debut test phase starting on 12th December. The core feature will be the 10 Vs 10 mode, with all playable characters
The Road to Mordor: First impressions of Helm's Deep
The Road to Mordor: First impressions of Helm's Deep:
Filed under: Fantasy, Lord of the Rings Online, Expansions, Free-to-Play, First Impressions, The Road to Mordor The past five or six months for me and Lord of the Rings Online have been full of apathy and disconnection. While
Filed under: Fantasy, Lord of the Rings Online, Expansions, Free-to-Play, First Impressions, The Road to Mordor The past five or six months for me and Lord of the Rings Online have been full of apathy and disconnection. While
Naruto Online Closed Beta Sign Up
Naruto Online Closed Beta Sign Up:
Naruto Online Closed Beta kicks off late next week and the best news of all is that most of you have an account ready. That is if you've been playing the Chinese version of B&S because it shares the same account as Naruto
Naruto Online Closed Beta kicks off late next week and the best news of all is that most of you have an account ready. That is if you've been playing the Chinese version of B&S because it shares the same account as Naruto
Naruto Online – Gameplay videos from Tencent Games Carnival 2013
Naruto Online – Gameplay videos from Tencent Games Carnival 2013:
Since it was announced as a browser game last year, responses have been pretty much mixed from the gamers over in China. The videos below should shed more light on how the game will be played. The main points will be
Since it was announced as a browser game last year, responses have been pretty much mixed from the gamers over in China. The videos below should shed more light on how the game will be played. The main points will be
Mirror War – Game trailer highlights new 2nd class advancements
Mirror War – Game trailer highlights new 2nd class advancements:
A favorite genre of mine, arcade-style shooters are perhaps overlooks for a long time by online games studios. Mirror War, developed by L&K Logic Korea, recently revealed 4 new class advancements for 2 of its factions. There
A favorite genre of mine, arcade-style shooters are perhaps overlooks for a long time by online games studios. Mirror War, developed by L&K Logic Korea, recently revealed 4 new class advancements for 2 of its factions. There
Prius Online – Korean server shutting down after 5 years of service
Prius Online – Korean server shutting down after 5 years of service:
Launching back on 23rd October 2008, the Korea server for Prius Online is finally shutting down after a run of over 5 years. Character creation and the cash shop has already stopped functioning, with the closure scheduled on
Launching back on 23rd October 2008, the Korea server for Prius Online is finally shutting down after a run of over 5 years. Character creation and the cash shop has already stopped functioning, with the closure scheduled on
NCsoft – Elusive CEO appears for rare interview at Tencent Games Carnival
NCsoft – Elusive CEO appears for rare interview at Tencent Games Carnival:
With NCsoft’s Blade & Soul having just launched in China, I guess it is no surprise that NCsoft’s elusive CEO, Mr Taek Jin Kim (below, left), appeared yesterday at Tencent Games Carnival 2013. In a rare and candid interview, he
With NCsoft’s Blade & Soul having just launched in China, I guess it is no surprise that NCsoft’s elusive CEO, Mr Taek Jin Kim (below, left), appeared yesterday at Tencent Games Carnival 2013. In a rare and candid interview, he
Rise and Shiny: Rusty Hearts
Rise and Shiny: Rusty Hearts:
Filed under: Fantasy, Video, Game Mechanics, Interviews, Opinion, Free-to-Play, Hands-On, Casual, Rise and Shiny, Livestream, Dungeons I have a soft spot in my heart for action-based titles. They just seem to skip past a lot of the
Filed under: Fantasy, Video, Game Mechanics, Interviews, Opinion, Free-to-Play, Hands-On, Casual, Rise and Shiny, Livestream, Dungeons I have a soft spot in my heart for action-based titles. They just seem to skip past a lot of the
Rise of Dragonian Era sunsets
Rise of Dragonian Era sunsets:
Filed under: Fantasy, Free-to-Play, Sunsets If an MMO that few people played shut down, how long would it take the community to notice? Apparently "a couple of weeks" is the answer, as we're only now getting word that Rise of
Filed under: Fantasy, Free-to-Play, Sunsets If an MMO that few people played shut down, how long would it take the community to notice? Apparently "a couple of weeks" is the answer, as we're only now getting word that Rise of
Arcade 3 Kingdoms – A journey back to the days of arcade action games
Arcade 3 Kingdoms – A journey back to the days of arcade action games:
[Game website] There used to be an arcade game called Knights of Valor, and the series vanished after the death of arcade gaming centers. However, a Chinese “clone” web game was spotted recently with the title Arcade 3
[Game website] There used to be an arcade game called Knights of Valor, and the series vanished after the death of arcade gaming centers. However, a Chinese “clone” web game was spotted recently with the title Arcade 3
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