Omega Zodiac is a new MMO set to launch on August 17th. Game play centers around the Goddess Athena and her need for assistance. Players take on the role of a Knight, Mage or Archer and work through the Gold Sacred system where every constellation grants unique skills and powers.
World of Warcraft: Forging Doomhammer – The Azeroth Armory in Action
Hollywood blacksmith Tony Swatton, best known for forging weapons for some of the movie industry’s biggest blockbusters, has become part of the Azeroth Amory after being commissioned by Blizzard Entertainment to create one of World of Warcraft’s most iconic and legendary weapons, Doomhammer. Check out the video to watch metallic poetry in motion as Doomhammer comes to life.
Hob: World Raise Trailer Arrives, Filled with Awesome Goodness
Runic Games is finally ready to unleash some new information about its next game in development, Hob. Today, Runic released a brand new trailer called “World Raise” and indicated that Hob will be available for PlayStation 4 and PC. Hob also appeared yesterday on Steam.
Atlas Reactor: Free Mode Goes Live! What Are You Waiting For, Freelancer?
Trion Worlds has announced that free mode has arrived in Atlas Reactor. This means that everyone can play and advance in Atlas Reactor free of charge, though there are some restrictions in place. Freelancers will be placed on a weekly rotation giving players a chance to try them all out over time.
Final Fantasy XV: Florence + the Machine Release Three Tracks from Epic Score
During this mornings BBC 1 Radio broadcast of Breakfast Show with Nick Grimshaw, Florence + the Machine debuted three tracks from Final Fantasy XV. “I Will Be”, “Too Much is Never Enough” and “Stand By Me” were all featured on the program and will be available on iTunes later today (they are already available in the EU / UK).
Trove: 360 Games to Take Trion’s Voxel Phenomenon to China
Trion Worlds has announced a partnership deal with China’s 360 Games to bring its voxel-based hit, Trove, to that country’s market. Trove will arrive in China in 2017 with a fully localized version that will include all current content and custom content created specifically for the Chinese market.
General: THQ Resurrects Itself as THQ Nordic
Nordic Games has sent out a press release to announced its reincorporation as THQ Nordic. The reincorporation comes after 2014’s buy out of the THQ trademark by Nordic Games where it has been held as an “in name only” part of the company. THQ Nordic has plans to align IPs gained in the acquisition with “the very best development resources to expand upon them”.
Warhammer 40k: Eternal Crusade: Get Your WAAAGH On with Painboyz in Today’s Live Stream
The Ork invasion continues in today’s Warhammer 40K: Eternal Crusade live stream with the spotlight shining squarely on Painboyz and their…less than modern medical practices. In addition, the Behaviour team will be showing off guilds and banners with a brief look at how YOU can customize your own squad.
Sea of Thieves: Playin’ Like a Pirate — Musical Instruments Set the Mood
The Sea of Thieves team has posted a new developer diary to show off some of the musical instruments that will be included in the game. All, of course, feature a “piratey theme” that will work together so that crews strike just the right shanty to suit the mood. Strike up the concertina and the hurdy gurdy and check out the video, matey!
WildStar: Big Quality of Life Improvements Coming Soon
The WildStar forum has been updated with a new developer post to give players a heads up about some nifty quality of life improvements coming to the game in the near future. The list of QoL improvements came as a direct result of community feedback and include a number of oft-requested features. See what’s in store.