THE RAPTR AWARDS: MOST PLAYED GAMES OF 2013:
Raptr’s 19-million members have, well, not literally spoken, but definitely cast their votes. Welcome to the only gaming awards based on what games people actually play — the Raptr Awards: Most Played Games of 2013!
Did Call of Duty: Ghosts earn the most playtime of any new game in its 30-day launch window? No! Did Path of Exile, the free-to-play RPG based on the philosophy of “ethical microtransactions” and built by a relatively tiny team in New Zealand rack up more launch hours than a transmedia IP with a tie-in TV show and a game with the DC license? Quite probably!
Wednesday, December 18, 2013
Out at midnight: WWII grand strategy game Panzer Corps flies over from PC to iPad with cross-platform play
Out at midnight: WWII grand strategy game Panzer Corps flies over from PC to iPad with cross-platform play:
Slitherine is flying Panzer Corps over from the PC to the iPad tonight. It won't come cheap, by the way, for it'll have a £13.99 / $19.99 price tag wrapped around its virtual neck. This World War II grand strategy game is the spiritual
Slitherine is flying Panzer Corps over from the PC to the iPad tonight. It won't come cheap, by the way, for it'll have a £13.99 / $19.99 price tag wrapped around its virtual neck. This World War II grand strategy game is the spiritual
Extrasolar's unique take on exploration, discovery, and 'free-to-play'
Extrasolar's unique take on exploration, discovery, and 'free-to-play':
Extrasolar is a tough game to describe, but here goes: It's a free-to-play alternate reality browser game about exploring an alien planet, that doesn't actually use the free-to-play business model. ...
Extrasolar is a tough game to describe, but here goes: It's a free-to-play alternate reality browser game about exploring an alien planet, that doesn't actually use the free-to-play business model. ...
Clash of Clans is 2013's top grossing app says Distimo
Clash of Clans is 2013's top grossing app says Distimo:
The year is not yet over, but that hasn't stopped Distimo releasing its 2013 in Review report. Covering the period January to November 2013, many of its conclusions aren't surprising. Thanks in part to its Android release but mainly
The year is not yet over, but that hasn't stopped Distimo releasing its 2013 in Review report. Covering the period January to November 2013, many of its conclusions aren't surprising. Thanks in part to its Android release but mainly
Chart of the Week: Value of Korean app market up 759% in 2013
Chart of the Week: Value of Korean app market up 759% in 2013:
One conclusion from Distimo's 2013 in Review report is how much fastest Asia is growing than the developed countries. Looking at the period January to November 2013, the market intelligence company estimates that thanks to
One conclusion from Distimo's 2013 in Review report is how much fastest Asia is growing than the developed countries. Looking at the period January to November 2013, the market intelligence company estimates that thanks to
After 7 months, GREE's Knights & Dragons tops $5 million in a 30-day period on Google Play
After 7 months, GREE's Knights & Dragons tops $5 million in a 30-day period on Google Play:
GREE has announced that its free-to-play mobile MMO Knights & Dragons has topped $5 million in revenue in a 30-day period seven months after its release on Google Play and the App Store. Momentum for the mobile
GREE has announced that its free-to-play mobile MMO Knights & Dragons has topped $5 million in revenue in a 30-day period seven months after its release on Google Play and the App Store. Momentum for the mobile
F2P games sidelined as Ridiculous Fishing and Badland win Apple's 2013 accolades
F2P games sidelined as Ridiculous Fishing and Badland win Apple's 2013 accolades:
Vlambeer's Ridiculous Fishing and Badland from Frogmind have been named Apple's games of the year on iPhone and iPad respectively, beating out top competition from some of 2013's biggest releases. Revealed – as is
Vlambeer's Ridiculous Fishing and Badland from Frogmind have been named Apple's games of the year on iPhone and iPad respectively, beating out top competition from some of 2013's biggest releases. Revealed – as is
Darkfall: Unholy Wars: Sinspire Cathedral Focus of Latest Patch
Darkfall: Unholy Wars: Sinspire Cathedral Focus of Latest Patch:
The latest Darkfall: Unholy Wars patch notes have been posted. The patch contains a new dungeon, Sinspire Cathedral, and the team has published much of the lore behind it for readers' enjoyment. In addition, Clan Asset
The latest Darkfall: Unholy Wars patch notes have been posted. The patch contains a new dungeon, Sinspire Cathedral, and the team has published much of the lore behind it for readers' enjoyment. In addition, Clan Asset
PS4's video sharing is 'awesome', but mobile has much more potential says Applifier
PS4's video sharing is 'awesome', but mobile has much more potential says Applifier:
Last week saw Applifier reveal that Everyplay – it's video sharing tool for iOS – helps to generate up to 7.5 percent of downloads for games signed up to the service. But it's not just Everyplay, which allows players to upload videos both
Last week saw Applifier reveal that Everyplay – it's video sharing tool for iOS – helps to generate up to 7.5 percent of downloads for games signed up to the service. But it's not just Everyplay, which allows players to upload videos both
Fight for evil in Inferno Legend's open beta today
Fight for evil in Inferno Legend's open beta today:
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, Trailers, Video, New Titles, News Items, Free-to-Play, Mobile If the idea of jumping in and playing through a game as a traditional villain in Inferno Legend piques your interest, you'll be happy to
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, Trailers, Video, New Titles, News Items, Free-to-Play, Mobile If the idea of jumping in and playing through a game as a traditional villain in Inferno Legend piques your interest, you'll be happy to
Korean News and Beta Test Announcements
- Actoz action RPG “Dragon Nest” starts Naver Game channeling service.
- Sundaytoyz signs Taiwan, Hong Kong, Singapore publishing contract with Joybomb Entertainment for puzzle game “Anipang Sacheonseong.”
- Orange Crew smartphone game “Moriah Saga R” released in Google Play store and Apple Appstore.
- Neowiz mobile football game “Hidink’s Master League” released in Google Play store.
- Bicore mobile action RPG “Summon Masters” wins “Best Title” at the T-store Awards.
Blog: Layering rewards to engage players of all skill levels
Blog: Layering rewards to engage players of all skill levels:
Moving a design from punishing failure to rewarding success is a change all players appreciate, writes Toni Sala, and layering a reward system with many types of rewards is great for casual and hardcore players. ...
Moving a design from punishing failure to rewarding success is a change all players appreciate, writes Toni Sala, and layering a reward system with many types of rewards is great for casual and hardcore players. ...
Legend of the Condor Heroes: Zero – MOBA mode revealed for action title
Legend of the Condor Heroes: Zero – MOBA mode revealed for action title:
Perfect World seems to be releasing tons of news just before Zero’s first test phase in January over at China. First off, Zero will see a unique feature for instanced dungeons where players can enter and disrupt another party’s
Perfect World seems to be releasing tons of news just before Zero’s first test phase in January over at China. First off, Zero will see a unique feature for instanced dungeons where players can enter and disrupt another party’s
The Stegosaurus Tail: When the 'long tail' grows spikes
The Stegosaurus Tail: When the 'long tail' grows spikes:
Defender's Quest developer Lars Doucet explains how continuing to develop his game resulted in spikes in sales throughout its lifespan -- creating a lucrative long tail. ...
Defender's Quest developer Lars Doucet explains how continuing to develop his game resulted in spikes in sales throughout its lifespan -- creating a lucrative long tail. ...
Mobile games, chat apps a powerful pair, says game investment guru Lasky
Mobile games, chat apps a powerful pair, says game investment guru Lasky:
In an interview with AllThingsD, Benchmark's Mitch Lasky talks about the untapped potential for mobile games to quickly build large playerbases in new markets via distribution on social networks. ...
In an interview with AllThingsD, Benchmark's Mitch Lasky talks about the untapped potential for mobile games to quickly build large playerbases in new markets via distribution on social networks. ...
Review: Reiner Knizia's Razzia - The Mafia Board Game
Review: Reiner Knizia's Razzia - The Mafia Board Game:
About 3.61 seconds into my first game of Razzia, I was overcome with the terrible chill of déjà vu. "I've played this game before," I trembled, "but where?" The answer turned out to be ancient Egypt. Razzia is an almost exact clone of
About 3.61 seconds into my first game of Razzia, I was overcome with the terrible chill of déjà vu. "I've played this game before," I trembled, "but where?" The answer turned out to be ancient Egypt. Razzia is an almost exact clone of
Polish education app start-up Frugoton secures $330,000 seed funding
Polish education app start-up Frugoton secures $330,000 seed funding:
The Polish educational app start-up Frugoton has secured $330,000 in investment funding with independent financial holding firm W Investments leading the charge. Frugoton's rising fortunes come shortly after it announced
The Polish educational app start-up Frugoton has secured $330,000 in investment funding with independent financial holding firm W Investments leading the charge. Frugoton's rising fortunes come shortly after it announced
'LEGO Star Wars: The Complete Saga' Review - Every Saga Has A Beginning
'LEGO Star Wars: The Complete Saga' Review - Every Saga Has A Beginning:
There are so many licensed LEGO games across so many different characters at this point, it's sometimes hard to remember there was a time when LEGO games were borderline-edutainment titles found on PC bargain
There are so many licensed LEGO games across so many different characters at this point, it's sometimes hard to remember there was a time when LEGO games were borderline-edutainment titles found on PC bargain
Fighting Fantasy: Island of the Lizard King Review
Fighting Fantasy: Island of the Lizard King Review:
Fighting Fantasy: Island of the Lizard King Review By Jennifer Allen on December 17th, 2013 Our Rating: :: SOLID STORYTELLINGUniversal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad Telling a gripping yarn with the trademark
Fighting Fantasy: Island of the Lizard King Review By Jennifer Allen on December 17th, 2013 Our Rating: :: SOLID STORYTELLINGUniversal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad Telling a gripping yarn with the trademark
Starborn Anarkist
Starborn Anarkist:
Starborn Anarkist By Mike Deneen on December 17th, 2013 Our Rating: :: RETRO ARCADE SILLINESSUniversal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad Arcade games were designed back in the day to be insanely hard in an effort
Starborn Anarkist By Mike Deneen on December 17th, 2013 Our Rating: :: RETRO ARCADE SILLINESSUniversal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad Arcade games were designed back in the day to be insanely hard in an effort
Civil War II: 1862 Review
Civil War II: 1862 Review:
Civil War II: 1862 Review By Mike Deneen on December 17th, 2013 Our Rating: :: ANOTHER HUNTED COW STRATEGY GAMEUniversal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad Hunted Cow puts out yet another turn based
Civil War II: 1862 Review By Mike Deneen on December 17th, 2013 Our Rating: :: ANOTHER HUNTED COW STRATEGY GAMEUniversal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad Hunted Cow puts out yet another turn based
Get Set Games And The Choice Between Free To Play and Premium Pricing
Get Set Games And The Choice Between Free To Play and Premium Pricing:
Steadily evolving over the years, Get Set Games‘ Mega Run and Mega Jump have seen quite significant changes. Mega Jump was initially released in 2010 as a premium title, before being made free to play in 2011, alongside
Steadily evolving over the years, Get Set Games‘ Mega Run and Mega Jump have seen quite significant changes. Mega Jump was initially released in 2010 as a premium title, before being made free to play in 2011, alongside
Here's 6 Last-minute Ways To Maximize Holiday App Sales
Here's 6 Last-minute Ways To Maximize Holiday App Sales:
Big app download numbers over the holiday can still be yours if you take advantage of these last-minute tips.'Tis that time of year again when app developers are in a year-end push to move as many copies of their apps as
Big app download numbers over the holiday can still be yours if you take advantage of these last-minute tips.'Tis that time of year again when app developers are in a year-end push to move as many copies of their apps as
Crytek's Button-Brown joins London start-up
Crytek's Button-Brown joins London start-up:
"Improbable's technology will allow, for the first time, new gaming experiences"
"Improbable's technology will allow, for the first time, new gaming experiences"
Closers: Dimensional Conflict – First private test to begin next week
Closers: Dimensional Conflict – First private test to begin next week:
After being announced late last year, Korean developer Naddic Games announced that Closers: Dimensional Conflict will be entering its first private test from 21st to 22nd December. The number of players chosen will be kept
After being announced late last year, Korean developer Naddic Games announced that Closers: Dimensional Conflict will be entering its first private test from 21st to 22nd December. The number of players chosen will be kept
LOTRO Executive Producer Looks Ahead to 2014 | Ten Ton Hammer
LOTRO Executive Producer Looks Ahead to 2014 | Ten Ton Hammer:
LOTOR Executive Producer Kate Paiz outlines plans for 2014 by taking a break from expansions and focusing on content improvements and new region additions.
LOTOR Executive Producer Kate Paiz outlines plans for 2014 by taking a break from expansions and focusing on content improvements and new region additions.
O:MFG! It's another PlanetSide 2 performance patch
O:MFG! It's another PlanetSide 2 performance patch:
Filed under: Sci-Fi, Events (In-Game), MMO Industry, PvP, News Items, Free-to-Play, MMOFPS, PlanetSide 2 Hark! It's the second phase of PlanetSide 2's Operation: Make Faster Game! SOE has published "the largest balance
Filed under: Sci-Fi, Events (In-Game), MMO Industry, PvP, News Items, Free-to-Play, MMOFPS, PlanetSide 2 Hark! It's the second phase of PlanetSide 2's Operation: Make Faster Game! SOE has published "the largest balance
F2P Star Wars: Attack Squadrons Space Fighter Announced | Ten Ton Hammer
F2P Star Wars: Attack Squadrons Space Fighter Announced | Ten Ton Hammer:
Area 52 Games and Disney announced reveal first screenshots and trailer for the newly announced F2P Star Wars: Attack Squadrons headed to beta in 2014.
Area 52 Games and Disney announced reveal first screenshots and trailer for the newly announced F2P Star Wars: Attack Squadrons headed to beta in 2014.
Strife – First wave of Closed Beta begins for 2nd generation MOBA
Strife – First wave of Closed Beta begins for 2nd generation MOBA:
[Closed Beta signup] S2 Games, developers of the Free-to-Play Multiplayer Online Battle Arena (MOBA) Heroes of Newerth, today announced is brand-new title Strife has officially moved into the first wave of Closed Beta. The beta
[Closed Beta signup] S2 Games, developers of the Free-to-Play Multiplayer Online Battle Arena (MOBA) Heroes of Newerth, today announced is brand-new title Strife has officially moved into the first wave of Closed Beta. The beta
Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn: Patch 2.1, A Realm Awoken, Launches
Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn: Patch 2.1, A Realm Awoken, Launches:
The huge and comprehensive patch, A Realm Awoken, has officially launched across all Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn servers. The patch includes housing, Beast Tribe quests, daily roulette and much, much more.
The huge and comprehensive patch, A Realm Awoken, has officially launched across all Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn servers. The patch includes housing, Beast Tribe quests, daily roulette and much, much more.
General: What's Up With Webzen West?
General: What's Up With Webzen West?:
Our latest Free Zone column takes a look at new and assertive steps being made by Webzen to gain a foothold in North America and Europe. See what we discovered and then leave us your own thoughts in the comments.
Our latest Free Zone column takes a look at new and assertive steps being made by Webzen to gain a foothold in North America and Europe. See what we discovered and then leave us your own thoughts in the comments.
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