NCSoft has announced that over a million active players have taken part in Blade & Soul since its official launch less than a week ago.
General: Nexon Introduces Riders of Icarus
Nexon has revealed the first information about its forthcoming Riders of Icarus, a forthcoming free-to-play MMO that will allow players participate in aerial combat. Players will be able to fly on mounts as diverse as bears to fire-breathing dragons. Combat will take place on land and in the air.
Wild Terra: First Steps to 3D Transition Complete
Juvty Worlds has sent word that Wild Terra’s first steps into its 3D transformation have been completed. Internal testing has already started, with public testing to begin in February. The move to a 3D world will be completed over time and in phases with a host of new options available when finished.
Runescape: 15th Anniversary Kicks Off with Epic Invitation Delivery
Media types in London were treated to a most epic hand delivery of an invitation to the premier of the upcoming RuneScape documentary. Community and professional cosplayers took to the streets of London dressed as a knight on a unicorn, a herald and a harlequin to place the invitation directly into the hands of the lucky recipients.
Otherland: Latest Update to Reveal New Zone
Drago-Entertainment has announced that Otherland will be offline for approximately three hours beginning at 5:30 am Pacific / 8:30 am Eastern to deploy the latest game update. Included in the forthcoming patch is the new zone called Water Isle. Developers have indicated that players can expect more quests, more rewards and a level cap increase.
World of Warcraft: First TV Commercial for Warcraft Movie Released
Legendary Pictures has released the first television teaser for this summer’s Warcraft movie. The commercial shows off several locations and is a synthesis of the longer trailer shown in theaters worldwide. Check it out!
Destiny: No Clear Path to Unannounced Destiny 2
Kotaku has written an excellent piece that describes Destiny players’ frustration over the lack of direction guiding the game. Throughout the game’s first year leading up to The Taken King expansion last year, every update, every patch, every forthcoming addition was laid out in clear order complete with release dates and more.
Destiny: Microtransactions Incoming? Inside Sources Say ‘Yes’
According to inside sources cited by VG247.com, Bungie is preparing to begin selling ammo packs for real world cash in Destiny. If true, this confirms the long-standing rumor that microtransactions would indeed become a part the game.
General: Tales of Symphonia Arriving on Steam Next Week
Fans of JRPGs will be happy to hear that Namco Bandai is releasing the classic game, Tales of Symphonia, on Steam on February 1st, though some reports are saying February 2nd. The game features eighty hours of game play and real-time battles. Pricing is not yet announced, so you’ll have to wait until February 1st to find out.
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