Virtual World News
Filed under: Fantasy, Video, Game Mechanics, Patches, PvP, Free-to-Play, MOBA, League of Legends
Want to create a specific set of items, tailored to individual champions and/or maps before you get into a match and the fighting begins? Or how about just browse through the entire item shop on PVP.net just to see what's available? Both will be possible with the new Custom Item Sets feature. Initially, these custom builds will be stored on players' local machines only, but the devs plan on adding server-side storage in the future.
The video also discusses some balance changes to the champions Rumble, Twisted Fate, Caitlyn, and Nunu. Check out the specifics after the break.
Continue reading LoL video previews 3.7 patch, introduces Custom Item Sets
LoL video previews 3.7 patch, introduces Custom Item Sets originally appeared on Massively on Thu, 16 May 2013 12:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
- Source: PC Gamer
Filed under: Fantasy, Video, Game Mechanics, News Items, Consoles, Dev Diaries, Diablo III
Skip below the cut to hear the devs talk about giving console gamers dodging, a quick equip option, and use of the touchpad.
Continue reading Diablo III devs talk about creating console controls
Diablo III devs talk about creating console controls originally appeared on Massively on Thu, 16 May 2013 14:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, Video, Lore, Crafting, The Elder Scrolls Online
In a new video, Creative Director Paul Sage shows how players can loot all manner of goods in the world and then use those items for crafting. He also points out how the world will be populated with readable books, fishable areas, hidden chests, and ability-boosting stones. So if you were wondering if it's OK to rob a church in TESO, the following video should assure you that it's more than fine -- it's encouraged.
Continue reading The Elder Scrolls Online wants you to explore everywhere
The Elder Scrolls Online wants you to explore everywhere originally appeared on Massively on Thu, 16 May 2013 15:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
- Source: Bethesda Blog
Filed under: Super-hero, Video, Events (In-Game), News Items, Free-to-Play, Champions Online
Did you know that there are aliens hiding on the dark side of the moon? Of course you did! But here's the thing: There are also aliens hiding on the dark side of the moon in Champions Online. They've been kidnapping heroes from earth to fight in their lunar gladiatorial arena. Soon, the Forum Malvanum custom alert will be open to any Earthling brave enough to step up to the challenge.
Skip below the cut to catch a bit of history on what the Bloodmoon is all about.
Continue reading Champions Online brings back the Bloodmoon event and prepares for space gladiators
Champions Online brings back the Bloodmoon event and prepares for space gladiators originally appeared on Massively on Thu, 16 May 2013 15:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
- Source: Bloodmoon event, Forum Malvanum preview
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, Trailers, Video, Game Mechanics, MMO Industry, New Titles, News Items, ArcheAge
That's because everything in the clip is indeed badass, from the location fly-throughs to the mounts to the boat construction to the combat. The trailer is being released to build excitement for ArcheAge's Chinese beta phase, which is less than a week away. I'd say it's doing a pretty fine job of it, wouldn't you agree? Click past the cut to have a look.
Continue reading ArcheAge Chinese beta trailer impresses
ArcheAge Chinese beta trailer impresses originally appeared on Massively on Thu, 16 May 2013 16:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
- Source: MMO Culture
Filed under: Betas, Super-hero, Classes, Previews, Endgame, Free-to-Play, Marvel Heroes
Brevik most wanted to talk about Marvel Heroes' endgame. Interestingly enough, the main PvE story will take your character only about halfway to the level 60 cap. After that, Gazillion expects players to fully rely on a robust endgame to finish the journey.
The endgame is made up of three primary PvE activities (in addition to PvP): daily missions, group challenges, and survival challenges. Daily missions, which can be soloed or done in a group, are unlocked in a chain. The five-man group challenges only have a single entry at this point, although there are several variations on that challenge. Then the survival challenges can take groups of 10 to 15 players and pit them against waves of increasingly difficult foes. Difficulty for these wave battles can be lowered by grabbing shards and defeating enemies, and depending on how well your team performs, the boss could be a pushover or insanely tough. Gazillion is placing a premium on randomness and variety to keep things fresh, so don't expect all similar-looking mobs to actually be the same!
Read on for all of the last-minute changes that players will encounter when they take on their superhero personae next month!
Continue reading Marvel Heroes prepares for the end at the beginning
Marvel Heroes prepares for the end at the beginning originally appeared on Massively on Thu, 16 May 2013 16:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
Filed under: Culture, MMO Industry, News Items
Gamespot reports that Ryan Cleary, Jake Davis, Mustafa al-Bassam, and Ryan Ackroyd pled guilty last month. The BBC says that the men could also face extradition to the United States due to various indictments. Lulzsec targeted a number of high profile corporations during the summer of 2011. The attacks resulted in Sony Online Entertainment MMOs and Sony's PlayStation Network going offline for several weeks.
Prosecutors laugh last, Lulzsec hackers sentenced originally appeared on Massively on Thu, 16 May 2013 17:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
- Source: Gamespot
Filed under: Launches, New Titles, News Items, Consoles, Rumors, Destiny
The rumors started after the release of an image that hinted at a Bungie game coming to PS Vita in 2014 called Destiny of Spirits. Given that Sony trademarked the name Destiny of Spirits, something may still be afoot there.
Destiny officially launches for the Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, and PlayStation4 some time next year.
Bungie squashes rumors that Destiny might come to the PlayStation Vita originally appeared on Massively on Thu, 16 May 2013 18:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
- Source: Gamespot
Filed under: Fantasy, Video, Game Mechanics, News Items, RuneScape, Free-to-Play, Browser, Mobile, Dev Diaries
Skip below the cut to hear (get it?) all about the upcoming improvements.
[Source: Jagex press release]
Continue reading RuneScape 3 dev diary gets serious about audio
RuneScape 3 dev diary gets serious about audio originally appeared on Massively on Thu, 16 May 2013 19:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
Filed under: Culture, Opinion, The Daily Grind, Miscellaneous
I try to give credit where credit is due. MMOs that show off fluid, good-looking animations are deserving of praise. For me, the litmus test is whether or not a game can portray jumping in a natural way. That's harder than you'd think; I've seen so many titles that have characters jumping with stiff spines, awkward arm angles, or the grace of a boiled squash.
So instead of lambasting games for bad animations, let's focus on those that pull off natural- and good-looking animations today. Seriously, it's going to be tough for some of you to put a lid on the negativity, but I believe in you. Which game has the best character animations?
Every morning, the Massively bloggers probe the minds of their readers with deep, thought-provoking questions about that most serious of topics: massively online gaming. We crave your opinions, so grab your caffeinated beverage of choice and chime in on today's Daily Grind!The Daily Grind: Which game has the best character animations? originally appeared on Massively on Wed, 15 May 2013 08:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.