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Pirate101 sets sail for Marleybone

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One of the bonuses of having Pirate101 set in the same world as Wizard101 is that the former can benefit from some of the latter's layout. KingsIsle has launched a big expansion for the game that includes some old favorites for veteran players, starting by sending pirate captains to the familiar land of Marleybone. Players will be investigating a war zone they helped inadvertently create while working up through another 15 levels of experience.

The update also adds the new region of Aquila, a new Bazaar system for players to trade goods, and a new tutorial to help players get accustomed to the game. There are also new bosses and transport systems to give players more to do while they sail across the oceans. Last but not least, new companions are scattered through the added regions, and old companions are learning some new tricks. Pirate101 players can log in and start enjoying the update immediately.

Pirate101 sets sail for Marleybone originally appeared on Massively on Fri, 24 May 2013 21:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Betawatch: May 18 - 24, 2013

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This has been quite the week if you're interested in hearing about what's going on behind the curtain. Destiny offered everyone a new trailer, WildStar gave us plenty of information to chew on, The Elder Scrolls Online talked crafting, and Final Fantasy XIV announced a definite date for its relaunch with a new video. Tons of stuff behind the scenes.

Meanwhile, Eldevin quietly moved into its second phase of closed beta. Oh, and Neverwinter's economy completely collapsed, which is either bad for the beta or bad for the game's launch depending on how you see the game's current state.

How do we see it? Well, you can take a look at our testing list for an idea. In fact, you might want to take a look at the list anyway just to see what's out there. If you notice something erroneous on there, feel free to let us know so we can take a look ourselves.

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Betawatch: May 18 - 24, 2013 originally appeared on Massively on Fri, 24 May 2013 20:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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    Hall conquers Everest, talks DayZ's ownership and loss

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    Dean Hall has officially made it to the top of the world. The DayZ creator watched the sun rise from the summit of Mt. Everest on May 21st, according to a tweet released earlier today.

    Gamasutra recently asked Hall about his Arma zombie mod's phenomenal success, and he pointed to the design's ability to trigger psychological responses to both ownership and loss. "I think the big thing was that it was this finely-crafted mix of permadeath -- which gave you a sense of value, because you could lose something -- and ownership," Hall explained. "Because it's persistent, it means that it's going to be there tomorrow. I think those two things mixed together meant that you had these really valuable stories that came from it."

    Hall conquers Everest, talks DayZ's ownership and loss originally appeared on Massively on Fri, 24 May 2013 19:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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    I know you have seen this before (sorry). But I need an MMO to enjoy for about 14 months. Suggestions please!

    Hi,

    I'll get right to the point because you're already nice enough to have read this far ...

    • WoW'ed out
    • SWTOR is more of the same
    • Tera is too grindy (great combat tho)
    • GW2 has no telegraphs so I have no clue when to dodge (otherwise perfect and I'd be playing it)
    • Neverwinter is way to instanced and has no 'massive' feel
    • I loved Champions Online but that's over
    • Vangard is too buggy and undeveloped
    • EQ UI sucks balls
    • DDO is meh and Neverwinter is better just for me
    • Age of Wushu is just not me theme wise
    • STO combat was TERRIBLE especially space combat

    I have not tried ...

    • EQ2
    • Rift (well played 20 levels)
    • AION
    • Suggestions?

    I am waiting for ...

    • WildStar ::orgasm::
    • FFXIV (maybe but not counting on liking it)

    I love ...

    • Population
    • The massive feel
    • PvE
    • Dungeons / Content Progression
    • Cool Redditors That Help Noobs Like Me

    I don't like ...

    • PvP

    I really just want something to immerse myself in and enjoy until W* comes out. Want to make some progress, kill some baddies, meet some people, etc. Such a shame about GW2. I just never knew when to dodge because there were no real telegraphs. Anyhow I would love justification with suggestions too! YOU ROCK!

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    Face of Mankind releases development documentary

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    The scrappy little Kickstarter sandbox, Face of Mankind, sees its journey from conception to completion as an odyssey worth sharing. That's why the team has put together a talking head documentary video that chronicles the game's development since 2001.

    The video itself is long on developer and player anecdotes, although it is short on actual in-game footage (this is probably not surprising considering that the team is rebuilding the engine from scratch). If you have 15 minutes and want to see how an indie MMO is made, check out the documentary after the jump!

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    Face of Mankind releases development documentary originally appeared on Massively on Fri, 24 May 2013 18:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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      What do you think of Mu Online?

      Mu will turn 10 years old in some months. I didn't find any thread about it, and it think it is a game worth having a discussion. Compared to today's mmorpgs, Mu might look rudimentary and outdated. However, for a lot of people it was our introduction to mmorpgs and we still have some appreciation for it. Yes, it was a grind-fest, but for some reason it was still fun (or at least I still liked it). You could spend hours partying with some dudes on a spot and have a great time, maybe because in part its combat mechanics allowed you to easily talk about anything with your mates while fighting. The good old elf that was essential in any party was not a mere boring healer, its auras and arrows were devastating and also fun to play. Graphically was not the best looking game but it worked. These big ass shiny armors that lagged the shit out of your computer if you were in a very populated town were appealing to see. There are games that offer much more content and options and still fail horribly. On the other hand, Mu was very simple and didn't offer much customization, how could it last that long then? My guess is that it had a nice community overall (depending on the server though), which I guess is what made it so addictive. Or perhaps that it was more like a casual-mmorpg than a full mmorpg per se.

      Did you use to play it? What are your thoughts?

      P.S.: Apologies for my English.

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      Destiny Trailer, Tales of Laputa, Warframe and more! | The Weekly Loot Ep. 53 (Video)

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      Lots of new content coming to SWTOR this summer

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      Star Wars: The Old Republic senior producer Bruce Maclean has posted a summer development roadmap on BioWare's official game forums. The update outlines the 2.2 and 2.3 patches, with the former tentatively scheduled for June 11th and the latter penciled in for August 6th.

      The first patch will feature additional guild XP bonuses based on membership numbers (up to a maximum 10% boost), the ability for crafters to make underworld gear, and Nightmare Mode for Terror From Beyond (along with new gear drops).

      The second patch will feature "significant graphical upgrades," a new daily area, a new recurring event, and new flashpoints.

      Lots of new content coming to SWTOR this summer originally appeared on Massively on Fri, 24 May 2013 17:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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      Weekend Gaming Deals Roundup 5/24/2013 | Ten Ton Hammer

      Join Ten Ton Hammer for another trip around the Internet to find the best digital download gaming deals available for cheap this weekend.

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      Bless online G-star 2012 Event scenes

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      how not to play an MMO

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      BioWare Apologizes for Accidental SWTOR Bans | Ten Ton Hammer

      BioWare takes action to curb a SWTOR exploit and over a hundred players got caught in the crossfire.

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      Double XP Returns to EQ & EQ2 | Ten Ton Hammer

      SOE turns up the XP across Norrath this weekend for a double dose of the good stuff in EverQuest and EverQuest II.

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      Destiny Lays Down the Law of the Jungle | Ten Ton Hammer

      Bungie readies for their E3 reveal of Destiny with a new CG and live action “Law of the Jungle” trailer.

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      Xbox One Revealed - Could We See a Next Generation MMORPG? | Ten Ton Hammer

      This week we've heard how powerful, interactive, and immersive the new Xbox experience will be. Could this be a sign of MMORPG love for the future?

      Source: Ten Ton Hammer


      UFO Online: UFO Online Closed Beta Key Handout!

      Welcome to the UFO Online closed beta! Experience intense tactical combat directly in your browser, playing against thousands of others in head-to-head turn-based battles. This is an opportunity to get early access to the game, shape it with your feedback, and prepare to be at the top of the leader boards when we finally go live! Get your key now!

      Source: MMORPG.COM News


      Arcane Legends: Expansion to Launch Today

      SpaceTime Studios has announced that the latest expansion to Arcane Legends will launch today. Called Battle of Nordr, the expansion raises the level cap and adds a bunch of new wintry content to the game.

      Source: MMORPG.COM News


      Everlight: Open Beta Restarts

      The Everlight open beta has restarted after experiencing some stability issues on the initial launch. Developers have worked to stabilize servers and are ready to invite players back into the game.

      Source: MMORPG.COM News


      General: Lunaria Online Alpha Testing Begins

      R2 Games has announced that alpha testing for its upcoming side-scrolling MMO, Lunaria Story, has kicked off as of 10:00 a.m. EST today. According to R2 Games, Lunaria combines the best elements of MMOs and platform titles to create a unique experience.

      Source: MMORPG.COM News


      Star Trek Online: Legacy Packs Unveiled

      Perfect World Entertainment and Cryptic Studios have taken the wraps off the forthcoming 'legacy packs' that Star Trek Online players can purchase in anticipation of the Legacy of Romulus expansion set to go live later this spring. Packs can be purchased on the official site for either $124.99 or $31.99.

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