Now a week since going live, we caught up with Zenimax Online’s Matt Firor to chat about the Orsinium DLC pack, the reception it has received, and what the team has planned for the next update.
Pantheon: Rise of the Fallen: First Ever Newsletter Gives a Month’s Worth of News
The first-ever monthly newsletter regarding the development of Pantheon: Rise of the Fallen has been published on the official site. The letter goes into detail about what the team has been up to, including significant milestones in both funding and development.
Xenoblade Chronicles: X: Latest Video Gives Hints How to Survive
Nintendo has released the latest in a series of survival videos for Xenoblade Chronicles: X. In this video, players are treated to a look at large skell combat. See if you think you can survive by checking out the video.
Devilian: Closed Beta 3: Speak of the Devil Key Giveaway!
MMORPG.com has been given closed beta 3 "Speak of the Devil" keys for Trion’s all new persistant world action RPG – "Devilian" – a game where you can spread your wings, sharpen your steel, and unleash the devil within! Get your closed beta key now while supplies last!
MapleStory: See It All Like You’re There – VR Version @ G-Star 2015
According to MMOCulture.com, it appears that Nexon will be bringing a virtual reality version of MapleStory to this year’s G-Star convention in South Korea. No official confirmation of the game’s development has yet been seen, however, there is a trailer that depicts a player wearing a VR headset to check out the game.
General: Sphere III Coming Later this Fall
Nikita Online has announced that Sphere 3: Enchanted World will be released worldwide later this fall. Players will be able to take part in epic PvP battles in what developers call a "hardcore non-target system" world.
Final Fantasy XI: The Beginning of the End – Final Story Arc Released
As the inevitable road to March 2016 when Square Enix will shutter the doors of Final Fantasy XI stretches ahead, long time players and fans have one last chance to bid the beloved MMO adieu. Today marks the release of the final story arc of Rhapsodies of Vana’diel that brings FFXI to an end.
Crowfall: Making Combat & Customization Both Challenging & Entertaining
With nearly 95,000 registered players, 23,000 backers and nearly $6 million in funding, it’s safe to say that Crowfall has come a long way since their Kickstarter ended in March. Attracting players and raising funds are always two of the larger challenges that indie studios, like ArtCraft Entertainment, will face. The more important challenge, however, is the following through and making a good game!
ELOA: Elite Lord of Alliance: Open Beta to Kick Off on November 17th
Webzen has announced that the open beta for ELOA is slated to begin on Tuesday, November 17th. Players are invited to head to the game’s official site to sign up in preparation for next week’s start.
Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn: As Goes Light, So Goes Darkness Now Live + Patch Notes
The Final Fantasy XIV site has been updated with the news that the v3.1 "As Goes Light, So Goes Darkness" update is now live across all platforms. In addition, Square Enix has published the final patch notes that can be seen on the official site.