Fans of Wizards of the Coast and D&D who have yet to try out Sword Coast Legends can do so for free this weekend. SCL will be free to play beginning at 10:00 am Pacific / 1:00 pm Eastern on Thursday, December 17th and will run through December 22nd. During that same time frame, folks looking to purchase Sword Coast Legends can do so for $19.99.
Black Desert Online: First Closed Beta Event Goes Live
One of the games that EU/NA players are most looking forward to playing as 2016 looms on the horizon is Black Desert Online. Today is a big day for fans as it marks the commencement of the first round of closed beta testing. The Black Desert CBT is now live and lucky holders of keys can now log in and try it out for themselves.
General: The Best (Non-MMO) Star Wars Games of All Time
The release of Star Wars: The Force Awakens is upon us and we can imagine that many of you out there are going to be hankering for some fun Star Wars gaming once you’ve left the theater. Unfortunately, there’s been a dearth of good Star Wars games for a while now, but there are some excellent classics we feel you should check out (or re-visit).
Shroud of the Avatar: Release 25 – Future Farmers of New Britannia
Shroud of the Avatar introduces agriculture in their 25th release, adds new scenes, and hosts members of their community (and that’s just in the last twenty-four hours before code-freeze). Red Thomas makes his periodic pilgrimage to seat of power in Texas and comes back with epic tales of productivity for your perusal.
Trove: Rift-Inspired Chloromancer Breezes Into Game
Trove players with a love of Trion’s Rift will be happy to hear that a new playable class has joined the game: The Chloromancer. This child of nature attacks with Leafy Lasher, a time bomb that damages all enemies in the vicinity; Blooming Pollinator that heals party members and more.
General: Survarium Bandit Set Giveaway!
MMORPG.com has been given gift keys for Survarium that will give players the Bandit Set. Get a unique UZI Hurricane submachine gun, Bandit pants and jacket and join the fight!With this equipment you will be well protected from the dangers of the New World and you’ll definitely stand out among other survivors!
Premium equipment from the Bandit Set increases reputation gain towards Black Market (+20%) and increases your income per battle (+25%). Get your key now!
ARK: Survival Evolved: XBox One Version to Feature Local Split Screen Coop
Studio Wildcard has announced that the XBox One version of ARK: Survival Evolved will feature local split screen cooperative action. It won’t, however, be available for tomorrow’s release but will be patched into the game in early 2016.
World of Warcraft: No More Legion Spoilers Until After the Holidays
Blizzard will hit the lights and power down the World of Warcraft: Legion alpha beginning Monday, December 21st until after the holidays. It seems that even Demon Hunters and busy data-miners need some time off with friends and family. According to the official site, the alpha will return in January.
Heroes of the Storm: Heroes Gather for One Festive Eve – Gift of Winter Veil
Blizzard has put out a fun new video in celebration of the season for Heroes of the Storm. Winter Veil has arrived in the Nexus and Great Father Winter has decreed that fighting must stop for this one big night….complete with festive new looks. Check it out and be merry!
Guild Wars 2: Collector’s Edition Vinyl Soundtrack Available for Pre-Order
ArenaNet and iam8bit have announced that a physical edition of the Guild Wars 2: Heart of Thorns soundtrack is now available for pre-order. Fans also will receive a digital edition of the soundtrack to double the listening pleasure.