I was set to write about how World of Warcraft ruined the MMORPG genre (wait for it) by being too awesome! (This is where most of you stopped reading and went right to the comments below.) When out of stealth Crowfall stabbed me with its big news and got me all twitterpated. I think that is the right word…
World of Warcraft – Lore Article Reveals the New King of Stormwind
The latest lore article on the World of Warcraft community site has been published, this time centered around the new king of Stormwind, Anduin Wrynn. It does contain a number of spoilers, most especially for Alliance characters, but also features some developer commentary about the creation of the story line as well as some profiles of notable Alliance leaders.
Age of Conan: Unchained – Celebrate AoC’s 9th Birthday with a Free Level 80 Character
Funcom is ready to celebrate the 9th birthday of Age of Conan. By way of thanks to the community, everyone logging in between now and May 31st will receive a free level 80 character boost and an extra character slot. In addition, one character per account can claim a special cache with Atlantean Shards inside as well as gain double shards in raid chests. Lastly, the Shadows of the Past event makes its return.
– Raiders of the Broken Planet Closed Beta Key Giveaway!
MMORPG.com has been given closed beta keys for the all new 3rd person brawler-shooter game – Raiders of the Broken Planet! The next weekend beta event is scheduled to run Saturday May 20 starting at 9am EST to Sunday May 21 7pm EST. Get your beta key now!
Orcs Must Die: Unchained – Premium Shoppe Opens for Business
In the latest update to Orcs Must Die! Unchained, the new Premium Shoppe has officially opened its doors. Players can gain access to it once they have received duplicate trap cards after reaching Tier 7. Duplicates are converted into Gibs that can be used in the shop on chests, vanity items and more.
Overwatch – First Anniversary Event to Kick Off May 23rd
The Overwatch team has put out a celebratory video for the game’s first anniversary taking a look back at some of the most memorable moments of its history. The event will begin in May 23rd and it’s expected that we will see some new game modes, new skins / voice lines / sprays etc. as well.
Ashes of Creation – $2M in Two Weeks on KickStarter, New Stretch Goal Achieved
Intrepid Studios continues to be a money-generating juggernaut, earning two million dollars in two weeks on KickStarter. After passing the $2M mark, the Social Organizations stretch goal was unlocked to bring Traders Company, Thieves Guild and Scholars Academy into the game.
Guild Wars 2 – Professions Given the Once-Over in Latest Update
The latest update for Guild Wars 2 has been deployed that bring a number of changes “aimed at normalizing how certain types of skills work”. In addition, food that provides bonus damage has had its effectiveness reduced by 50% due to its overuse by the player base.
Marvel Heroes Omega – Creative Director Jesse Decker On the Future of Marvel Heroes
We had a chance to chat with Marvel Heroes creative director Jesse Decker on the game’s future on both PC & console.
Black Desert Online – Striker Class to Kick It in Game Starting May 24th
Black Desert Online players will be able to start with the new Striker class beginning May 24th, the same day as the Steam version of the game launches. To celebrate the Striker’s entry into BDO, the team has published a brand new video that you can check out to see him in action.