The Repopulation site has been updated with the latest developer notes. This time, the team centered around the first Alpha 4 update that is expected to hit live service later today.
General: A Sad Day For MMOG Enthusiasts Like Me
As often happens, I’m writing this column on Sunday. It’s slated to appear on Tuesday, which will be the last day for Massively. If you primarily see this as the closure of a key MMORPG.com competitor, it may not seem particularly unfortunate. From a broader picture point of view, however, I’m saddened because I want to believe the growing and deepening interest in the MMOG genre is sufficient to support more sites like it and this one, not fewer.
General: MMORPG.com Reacts to SOE Going Independent
Yesterday, the MMO space was surprised to learn that Sony Online Entertainment had been bought out by Columbus Nova, an investment management firm. What this means in both the long- and short-term remains to be seen. We have a few thoughts to share on the subject and invite you to reply with your own.
General: MyDream is Much More than a Minecraft Wannabe
Recently I was introduced to MyDream, a multiplayer game that immediately made me think of Minecraft. The developer of the title has no issue with describing her game as Minecraft-like, but that doesn’t mean MyDream is just an exact copy of the popular game that was originally created by the now famous (and rich) Notch.
WildStar: Diving into the Protogames Initiative
WildStar is close to releasing its next big content update to the live servers, and we were recently given a good look at The Protogames Initiative. Chad Moore and Mike Donatelli were on hand to show us everything the patch looks to add to the world of Nexus and beyond.
Crowfall: Persistent Characters, Destructible Worlds
The Crowfall team is ready to begin to flesh out what sets its game apart from all the other MMOs in the world. Today, it is said in a new blog post, marks a transition in the dissemination of information. To start the conversation, the article discusses the idea of persistent characters but destructible worlds. By this, players take part in a world’s "season" that progresses through a cataclysmic end that ultimately destroys the world on which it has taken place.
General: SOE Goes Indie – Now Known as Daybreak Game Company
Sony Online Entertainment has been acquired by an investment management firm that specializes in technology, media and entertainment companies. Called "Columbus Nova", the move effectively makes SOE an independent games development studio. Of keen interest is the fact that, as an indie developer, SOE will now be able to create games across multiple platforms including XBox, mobile and more. As part of the acquisition, SOE will now be known as Daybreak Game Company.
DC Universe Online: SOE’s Lucky 13th DLC Features Group Content & a Big Story
During a recent live stream event, we had the opportunity to check out some of the fantastic group content that DC Universe Online’s thirteenth DLC, Amazon Fury Part II, will bring to players. Senior Creative Director Jens Andersen and Design Director Jesse Benjamin hosted the hour-long event that featured a sneak peek at new raids and operations that are tailor-made for four to eight players.
General: Realm Zero Enters Alpha, Looks for Backers & Testers
The Realm Zero team has reached out to let us know that the game is currently in alpha testing and is in need of new testers to help prepare the way for beta testing and eventual final release. To gain access to Realm Zero, fans will need to head to the game’s GoFundMe.com page and make a contribution.
Blackguards 2: Patch to Be Delivered on Thursday
Daedalic Entertainment has announced that the first patch for Blackguards 2 will be delivered to users on Thursday, February 5th. The patch will address several key issues, including story progression issues, balance issues and many bug fixes and alterations.