Massively http://massively.joystiq.com Massively http://www.blogsmithmedia.com/www.joystiq.com/media/feedlogo.gif Massively http://massively.joystiq.com en-us Copyright 2013 Weblogs, Inc. The contents of this feed are available for non-commercial use only. Blogsmith http://www.blogsmith.com/<![CDATA[MV Guide: February 6-12, 2012]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/02/06/mv-guide-february-6-12-2012/http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/02/06/mv-guide-february-6-12-2012/http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/02/06/mv-guide-february-6-12-2012/#commentsFiled under: , , ,

Global Agenda
MV Guide is a weekly rundown of the MMO gaming events planned on Massively TV.

Every week, the Massively staff logs in to play various MMOs live and in person, and we'd love for you to drop by the channel and visit. We have a combination of regular weekly games and new surprises, so you'll find a variety of titles to take a look at. During our streamed events, you can participate in the live chat, ask questions to learn about the game, and simply spend some time with Massively staff and readers. (Of course, streaming is subject to the whims of outside forces like server-side gremlins once in a while.)

Follow along after the jump to see what's on this week's schedule!

Continue reading MV Guide: February 6-12, 2012

MassivelyMV Guide: February 6-12, 2012 originally appeared on Massively on Mon, 06 Feb 2012 09:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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    ]]>    anetarenanetarenanet-guild-warsbiowarebioware-mmobioware-mmorpgbioware-star-warsbioware-swtorccpccp-eveccp-gamescloud-ninecode-clubeaelectronic-artseveeve-ccpeve-mmorpgeve-onlineglitchglobal-agendaglobal-agenda-hi-rezguild-warsguildwarsgwhi-rezhi-rez-global-agendahi-rez-stdioes-global-agendahi-rez-studiosliden-labs-second-lifelinden-labslivestreamlivestreaminglucas-artslucas-arts-mmolucas-arts-mmorpgmv-guidemv-tvncsoftnetgamenexusnexus-the-kingdom-of-the-windsrolf-jannsonryzomsecond-lifesecond-life-linden-labsslsl-liden-labsstar-wars-gamestar-wars-mmostar-wars-mmorpgstar-wars-the-old-republicstar-wars-torstarwarsstarwars-the-old-republicsw-torswtorthe-old-republictiny-specktwitch-tvvirtual-worldwurmwurm-onlineMon, 06 Feb 2012 09:00:00 EST    <![CDATA[Previously on MV TV: Week of January 30, 2012]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/02/05/previously-on-mv-tv-week-of-january-30-2012/http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/02/05/previously-on-mv-tv-week-of-january-30-2012/http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/02/05/previously-on-mv-tv-week-of-january-30-2012/#commentsFiled under: , , ,

    Guild Wars
    Welcome to Previously on MV TV! Our livestreaming schedule has picked up a lot over the past few weeks, and our readers have busy lives, so we know it's impossible to watch every single streaming event live. Fortunately for you, we save all of our streams all for posterity on Massively's Twitch TV channel, so you can view them at your leisure. Even better, we've got a roundup of a few of last week's MV TV highlights from the livestream team. Follow along after the jump for the best of the best!

    Continue reading Previously on MV TV: Week of January 30, 2012

    MassivelyPreviously on MV TV: Week of January 30, 2012 originally appeared on Massively on Sun, 05 Feb 2012 10:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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      ]]>      arenanetarenanet-guild-warsblizzardBlizzard-Entertainmentccpccp-gamesd3diablo-3diablo-iiidiiieveeve-onlineguild-warsguildwarsgwlinden-labsecond-lifeslsoesony-online-entertainmentvanguardVanguard-Saga-of-Heroesvirtual-worldSun, 05 Feb 2012 10:00:00 EST      <![CDATA[Global Agenda celebrates its second birthday with free booster codes for Massively readers]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/30/global-agenda-celebrates-its-second-birthday-with-free-booster-c/http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/30/global-agenda-celebrates-its-second-birthday-with-free-booster-c/http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/30/global-agenda-celebrates-its-second-birthday-with-free-booster-c/#commentsFiled under: , , , ,

      Global Agenda
      We told you earlier today that Hi-Rez is handing out prizes in honor of Global Agenda's second anniversary, and while that's pretty awesome, we've got a little something extra for those players who have the good taste to also be Massively readers.

      We've got some booster codes to give away: three days of extra experience, credits, and tokens, free for the taking. Picking one up for yourself is a snap: Go to our giveaway page to pick up your code, then log into game and type "/claimpromotion Promocode". Enter your code and that's it -- you've got your three-day booster!

      Enjoy your booster code and join us in thanking Hi-Rez for the gift!

      TO THE GIVEAWAY

      MassivelyGlobal Agenda celebrates its second birthday with free booster codes for Massively readers originally appeared on Massively on Mon, 30 Jan 2012 21:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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        ]]>        booster-codecontestcontestsgiveawaygiveawaysglobal-agendaglobal-agenda-hi-rezhi-rezhi-rez-global-agendahi-rez-stdioes-global-agendahi-rez-studiosthree-day-booster-codeMon, 30 Jan 2012 21:00:00 EST        <![CDATA[Flameseeker Chronicles: What lies ahead]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/30/flameseeker-chronicles-what-lies-ahead/http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/30/flameseeker-chronicles-what-lies-ahead/http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/30/flameseeker-chronicles-what-lies-ahead/#commentsFiled under: , , ,

        Pre-Searing
        To say last week was exciting for Guild Wars 2 fans is a bit of an understatement. Mike O'Brien gave the community the news it's been dying to hear, Ree Soesbee told us all about the Jotun (no, seriously, I hate those guys and their stupid KDs), and... well, some other things happened too.

        We've got lots to talk about, so hit the jump and let's dive right in.

        Continue reading Flameseeker Chronicles: What lies ahead

        MassivelyFlameseeker Chronicles: What lies ahead originally appeared on Massively on Mon, 30 Jan 2012 11:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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          ]]>          anetarenanetarenanet-guild-wars2featuredflameseeker-chroniclesguild-wars2guildwars2gwgw2mike-obrienncsoftree-soesbeeMon, 30 Jan 2012 11:00:00 EST          <![CDATA[MV Guide: January 30-February 5, 2012]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/30/mv-guide-january-30-february-5-2012/http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/30/mv-guide-january-30-february-5-2012/http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/30/mv-guide-january-30-february-5-2012/#commentsFiled under: , , ,

          Runes of Magic
          MV Guide is a weekly rundown of the MMO gaming events planned on Massively TV.

          Every week, the Massively staff logs in to play various MMOs live and in person, and we'd love for you to drop by the channel and visit. We have a combination of regular weekly games and new surprises, so you'll find a variety of titles to take a look at. During our streamed events, you can participate in the live chat, ask questions to learn about the game, and simply spend some time with Massively staff and readers. (Of course, streaming is subject to the whims of outside forces like server-side gremlins once in a while.)

          Follow along after the jump to see what's on this week's schedule!

          Continue reading MV Guide: January 30-February 5, 2012

          MassivelyMV Guide: January 30-February 5, 2012 originally appeared on Massively on Mon, 30 Jan 2012 09:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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            ]]>            activision-blizzardall-points-bulletinall-points-bulletin-gameall-points-bulletin-reloadedanetapbapb-eaapb-gameapb-reloadedarenanetarenanet-guild-warsatomic-bluebiowarebioware-mmobioware-mmorpgbioware-star-warsbioware-swtorblizzardccpccp-eveccp-gamesd3dc-universe-onlinedcuodiablo-3diablo-iiidiiieaelectronic-artseveeve-ccpeve-mmorpgeve-onlinefrogsterfrogster-runes-of-magicglitchglobal-agendaglobal-agenda-hi-rezguild-warsguildwarsgwhi-rezhi-rez-global-agendahi-rez-stdioes-global-agendahi-rez-studiosjagexliden-labs-second-lifelinden-labslivestreamlivestreaminglucas-artslucas-arts-mmolucas-arts-mmorpgmv-guidemv-tvncsoftplaneshiftromrunes-of-magicrunescaperyzomsecond-lifesecond-life-linden-labsslsl-liden-labssoeSony-Online-Entertainmentstar-wars-gamestar-wars-mmostar-wars-mmorpgstar-wars-the-old-republicstar-wars-torstarwarsstarwars-the-old-republicsw-torswtorthe-old-republictiny-specktiny-speck-glitchvirtual-worldMon, 30 Jan 2012 09:00:00 EST            <![CDATA[Previously on MV TV: Week of January 23rd]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/29/previously-on-mv-tv-week-of-january-23rd/http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/29/previously-on-mv-tv-week-of-january-23rd/http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/29/previously-on-mv-tv-week-of-january-23rd/#commentsFiled under: , , ,

            Vekk
            Welcome to Previously on MV TV! Our livestreaming schedule has picked up a lot over the past few weeks, and our readers have busy lives, so we know it's impossible to watch every single streaming event live. Fortunately for you, we save all of our streams all for posterity on Massively's Twitch TV channel, so you can view them at your leisure. Even better, we've got a roundup of a few of last week's MV TV highlights from the livestream team. Follow along after the jump for the best of the best, and check out our full library of videos for the other games we've streamed last week as we begin to ramp up our streaming even more in February!

            Continue reading Previously on MV TV: Week of January 23rd

            MassivelyPreviously on MV TV: Week of January 23rd originally appeared on Massively on Sun, 29 Jan 2012 10:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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              ]]>              all-points-bulletinall-points-bulletin-gameanetapb-gameapb-reloadedarenanetarenanet-guild-warsdarek-connoleea-apbf2pfree-to-playg1gamersfirstgm-mokobonbongm-refreshguild-warsguildwarsgwliden-labs-second-lifelinden-labslivestreamlivestreamingluvinialuvinia-onlinemv-tvncsoftoutsparkpreviously-on-mv-tvsecond-lifesecond-life-linden-labsslsl-liden-labsvirtual-worldSun, 29 Jan 2012 10:00:00 EST              <![CDATA[Enjoy the Repulse open beta with a free Booster Pack from Massively]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/27/enjoy-the-repulse-open-beta-with-a-free-booster-pack-from-massiv/http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/27/enjoy-the-repulse-open-beta-with-a-free-booster-pack-from-massiv/http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/27/enjoy-the-repulse-open-beta-with-a-free-booster-pack-from-massiv/#commentsFiled under: , , , ,

              Repulse
              If you're an FPS fan, you likely already know that open beta for Repulse has begun. Whether you've been checking it out since the January 23rd OB start date or it's still on your "I really need to find time to try that" list, we've got a little something to boost your gameplay.

              Aeria Games has given us codes for an explosive booster pack containing seven days' worth of goodies: a Manta X, Torch Pack, and EMP grenades. Want one for your very own? All you have to do is get a code from our giveaway page at the link below. Then visit Repulse's Booster Pack redemption page and follow the instructions to receive your items.

              Once you've done that, you're ready to hop into the open beta of Repulse and do some damage -- good luck!

              TO THE GIVEAWAY

              MassivelyEnjoy the Repulse open beta with a free Booster Pack from Massively originally appeared on Massively on Fri, 27 Jan 2012 19:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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                ]]>                aeria-gamesbooster-packcontestcontestsfree-booster-packgiveawaygiveawaysmmofpsrepulseFri, 27 Jan 2012 19:00:00 EST                <![CDATA[Amazon.de begins Guild Wars 2 preorders, claims June 30th launch date]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/27/amazon-de-begins-guild-wars-2-preorders-claims-june-30th-launch/http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/27/amazon-de-begins-guild-wars-2-preorders-claims-june-30th-launch/http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/27/amazon-de-begins-guild-wars-2-preorders-claims-june-30th-launch/#commentsFiled under: , ,

                Guild Wars 2
                Just in case speculation for Guild Wars 2's launch date wasn't running quite rampant enough, Amazon.de has begun taking pre-orders for the game. Furthermore, the site claims a launch date of June 30th, 2012.

                Community members have already picked up on it, but is there truth in the date? We checked in with NCsoft West for the official word: "We have not released an official launch date within 2012 as feedback from our closed and open marketing betas will help us determine an exact release date. We will release Guild Wars 2 when it is ready."

                We do know that the Guild Wars 2 development team is revving up for plenty of beta testing in February, March, and April, and the company has confirmed that GW2 will launch this year.

                MassivelyAmazon.de begins Guild Wars 2 preorders, claims June 30th launch date originally appeared on Massively on Fri, 27 Jan 2012 16:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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                ]]>                amazonamazon.deanetarenanetguild-wars-2guild-wars-2-launchgw2ncsoftwhen-its-readyFri, 27 Jan 2012 16:00:00 EST                <![CDATA[ArenaNet unveils the Jotun race of Guild Wars 2]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/25/arenanet-unveils-the-jotun-race-of-guild-wars-2/http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/25/arenanet-unveils-the-jotun-race-of-guild-wars-2/http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/25/arenanet-unveils-the-jotun-race-of-guild-wars-2/#commentsFiled under: , , ,

                Jotun
                Guild Wars 1 players are familiar with the Jotun race, mostly as "the giant creatures that won't stop KDing me," but they're going to have a continuing and more involved presence in Guild Wars 2, according to the ArenaNet blog.

                Ree Soesbee took a close look at this race in the newest ArenaNet blog post, "The Savage Pride of the Jotun." In the post, she explains how the Jotun have essentially devolved over the years thanks to infighting: "Over the centuries of their existence, the Jotun have fallen far from their state of grace, losing command of technology and magic they once utilized, and remembering their place as kings of the land only in legend and story."

                The post delves more deeply into the past and present effects of this change, then switches gears for a behind-the-scenes look at the race's creation. The full post is a good read for anyone interested in the game from a lore or development perspective.

                MassivelyArenaNet unveils the Jotun race of Guild Wars 2 originally appeared on Massively on Wed, 25 Jan 2012 14:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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                ]]>                anetarenanetarenanet-blogarenanet-blog-postguild-warsguild-wars-2gwgw2jotunncsoftraceracesree-soesbeeWed, 25 Jan 2012 14:00:00 EST                <![CDATA[The Daily Grind: What vanity pet would you like to see in your favorite MMO?]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/25/the-daily-grind-what-vanity-pet-would-you-like-to-see-in-your-f/http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/25/the-daily-grind-what-vanity-pet-would-you-like-to-see-in-your-f/http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/25/the-daily-grind-what-vanity-pet-would-you-like-to-see-in-your-f/#commentsFiled under: , ,

                Fallen Earth
                Last week Turbine announced all sorts of huge updates for Dungeons and Dragons Online in 2012. Among exciting talk of expansions, Druids, and level cap increases, one little item may have slipped under some folks' radar. Vanity pets are coming to DDO in 2012 -- specifically, "fun and cute DnD critters," according to Executive Producer Fernando Paiz.

                Justin and I chatted a bit about that on this week's Massively Speaking, and Justin put forth the awesome idea of a tiny Beholder pet. I loved the idea and it set me to thinking. Vanity pets in MMOs are such a frivolous little thing, yet they're such fun to so many people, and it seems like everyone has a wish list of "wouldn't it be cool if..." vanity pets.

                So what's yours? Would you love a little Beholder in DDO? Would you love to see Fallen Earth offer a prairie chicken pet to go with your mount? Tell us what vanity pet you'd love to see trailing along behind your character!

                Every morning, the Massively bloggers probe the minds of their readers with deep, thought-provoking questions about that most serious of topics: massively online gaming. We crave your opinions, so grab your caffeinated beverage of choice and chime in on today's Daily Grind!

                MassivelyThe Daily Grind: What vanity pet would you like to see in your favorite MMO? originally appeared on Massively on Wed, 25 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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                  ]]>                  ddodungeons-and-dragons-onlinefallen-earthfeg1gamersfirstopinionopinionspetstdgthe-daily-grindturbinevanity-itemsvanity-petsWed, 25 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST                  <![CDATA[Flameseeker Chronicles: We don't need no stinkin' endgame]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/23/flameseeker-chronicles-we-dont-need-no-stinkin-endgame/http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/23/flameseeker-chronicles-we-dont-need-no-stinkin-endgame/http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/23/flameseeker-chronicles-we-dont-need-no-stinkin-endgame/#commentsFiled under: , , ,

                  What's at the end of the road?
                  We talked a lot about the concepts of endgame and raiding on last week's Guildcast, but since not everyone has had time to watch it (and because the subject is still knocking around in my head), I want to address it a little more in this week's Flameseeker Chronicles.

                  There are so many assumptions and so much speculation and so much talk about the concept as a whole and how it applies to Guild Wars 2, so let's dive on in.

                  Continue reading Flameseeker Chronicles: We don't need no stinkin' endgame

                  MassivelyFlameseeker Chronicles: We don't need no stinkin' endgame originally appeared on Massively on Mon, 23 Jan 2012 10:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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                    ]]>                    anetarenanetarenanet-guild-wars2end-gameendgameflameseeker-chroniclesgame-mechanicsguild-wars2guildwars2gw2ncsoftno-endgameraidingMon, 23 Jan 2012 10:00:00 EST                    <![CDATA[MV Guide: January 23-29, 2012]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/23/mv-guide-january-23-29-2012/http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/23/mv-guide-january-23-29-2012/http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/23/mv-guide-january-23-29-2012/#commentsFiled under: , , ,

                    MV Guide is a weekly rundown of the MMO gaming events planned on Massively TV.

                    Every week, the Massively staff logs in to play various MMOs live and in person, and we'd love for you to drop by the channel and visit. We have a combination of regular weekly games and new surprises, so you'll find a variety of titles to take a look at. During our streamed events, you can participate in the live chat, ask questions to learn about the game, and simply spend some time with Massively staff and readers. (Of course, streaming is subject to the whims of outside forces like server-side gremlins once in a while.)

                    Follow along after the jump to see what's on this week's schedule!

                    Continue reading MV Guide: January 23-29, 2012

                    MassivelyMV Guide: January 23-29, 2012 originally appeared on Massively on Mon, 23 Jan 2012 09:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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                      ]]>                      arenanetarenanet-guild-warsbiowarebioware-mmobioware-mmorpgbioware-star-warsbioware-swtorbrowser-basedccpccp-eveccp-gamesdisneydisneys-toontowneaelectronic-artseveeve-ccpeve-mmorpgeve-onlinef2pfeaturedfree-to-playfrogsterfrogster-romglitchglobal-agendaglobal-agenda-hi-rezguild-warsguildwarsgwhi-rezhi-rez-global-agendahi-rez-stdioes-global-agendahi-rez-studiosjagexjagex-game-studiosjagex-runescapeliden-labs-second-lifelinden-labslivestreamlivestreaminglucas-artslucas-arts-mmolucas-arts-mmorpgluvinia-onlinemassively-livestreammassively-tvmv-guidemv-tvoutsparkromrunes-of-magicrunescaperyzomsecond-lifesecond-life-linden-labsslsl-liden-labssoesonySony-Online-Entertainmentstar-wars-gamestar-wars-mmostar-wars-mmorpgstar-wars-the-old-republicstar-wars-torstarwarsstarwars-the-old-republicsw-torswtorthe-old-republictiny-specktoontownurban-rivalsvanguardVanguard-Saga-of-Heroesvirtual-worldMon, 23 Jan 2012 09:00:00 EST                      <![CDATA[Guild Wars 2 confirmed for 2012, public beta coming [Updated]]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/23/guild-wars-2-confirmed-for-2012-public-beta-coming/http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/23/guild-wars-2-confirmed-for-2012-public-beta-coming/http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/23/guild-wars-2-confirmed-for-2012-public-beta-coming/#commentsFiled under: , , , ,

                      OMGOMGOMG
                      ArenaNet founder and president Mike O'Brien rocked the Guild Wars 2 community very early this morning with a blog post celebrating 2012 as the year of the dragon and the official launch year for Guild Wars 2.

                      Guild Wars 2 recently finished up a very small closed beta test, and now ArenaNet is planning to start opening the testing doors wider very quickly: "In February we'll invite select press to participate in beta testing, and in March and April we'll aggressively ramp up the size of our beta test events so that many of you will have a chance to participate."

                      This all leads up to the event fans have been eagerly awaiting on the edge of their seats: a 2012 launch for Guild Wars 2, according to O'Brien. He wrapped up the blog post with words guaranteed to put a big smile on the face of every fan: "So welcome to the Year of the Dragon - the year of Guild Wars 2."

                      [Update: Martin Kerstein has further clarified ANet's plans on the GW2 Guru forums, reminding players that "public beta events" does not mean "unlimited open beta." He does say that at least some of these events will be in the form of weekend testing events.]

                      MassivelyGuild Wars 2 confirmed for 2012, public beta coming [Updated] originally appeared on Massively on Mon, 23 Jan 2012 07:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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                      ]]>                      anetarenanetarenanet-guild-wars2closed-betaguild-wars-2-2012-launchguild-wars-2-launchguild-wars2guildwars2gw2gw2-launchlaunchmike-o-brienmike-obrienMon, 23 Jan 2012 07:00:00 EST                      <![CDATA[Previously on MV TV: Week of January 16th, 2012]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/22/previously-on-mv-tv-week-of-january-16th-2012/http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/22/previously-on-mv-tv-week-of-january-16th-2012/http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/22/previously-on-mv-tv-week-of-january-16th-2012/#commentsFiled under: , , ,

                      Rusty Hearts
                      Welcome to Previously on MV TV! Our livestreaming schedule has picked up a lot over the past few weeks, and our readers have busy lives, so we know it's impossible to watch every single streaming event live. Fortunately for you, we save all of our streams all for posterity on Massively's Twitch TV channel so that you can view them at your leisure. Even better, we've got a roundup of a few of last week's MV TV highlights from the livestream team. Follow along after the jump for the best of the best!

                      Continue reading Previously on MV TV: Week of January 16th, 2012

                      MassivelyPreviously on MV TV: Week of January 16th, 2012 originally appeared on Massively on Sun, 22 Jan 2012 10:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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                        ]]>                        dawn-of-fantasydc-universe-onlinedcuoleague-of-legendslivestreamlivestreaminglolmassively-tvmmortsmv-tvperfect-world-entertainmentpreviously-on-mv-tvpwereverie-studiosriotriot-gamesrusty-heartssoesonySony-Online-Entertainmenttwitch-tvSun, 22 Jan 2012 10:00:00 EST                        <![CDATA[Grab a closed beta key for Jagged Alliance Online]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/20/grab-a-closed-beta-key-for-jagged-alliance-online/http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/20/grab-a-closed-beta-key-for-jagged-alliance-online/http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/20/grab-a-closed-beta-key-for-jagged-alliance-online/#commentsFiled under: , , , ,

                        Jagged Alliance Online
                        The closed beta for Jagged Alliance Online is coming along nicely, and gamigo is ready to bring in another wave of beta testers. Would you like to be part of that wave? You're in luck because the Jagged Alliance Online team has given us 5,000 closed beta keys to hand out.

                        Just visit our giveaway page to get your key, and if you haven't already created an account at JAO, do so at the official site. Once you've gone through account creation, log into the gamigo account system, scroll down to Jagged Alliance Online, and enter your beta key.

                        That's all there is to it. Now you're ready to jump into closed beta testing -- squash those bugs and have fun!

                        GET YOUR KEY

                        MassivelyGrab a closed beta key for Jagged Alliance Online originally appeared on Massively on Fri, 20 Jan 2012 21:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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                          ]]>                          beta-keyclosed-betaclosed-beta-keyclosed-beta-key-giveawayf2pfree-to-playgamigojagged-alliancejagged-alliance-onlinejaoFri, 20 Jan 2012 21:00:00 EST                          <![CDATA[Try Grand Chase: Chaos' Rufus character free from Massively]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/19/try-grand-chase-chaos-rufus-character-free-from-massively/http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/19/try-grand-chase-chaos-rufus-character-free-from-massively/http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/19/try-grand-chase-chaos-rufus-character-free-from-massively/#commentsFiled under: , , ,

                          Grand Chase Chaos
                          Everyone loves freebies -- here at Massively we love getting them, but we love giving them too.

                          The latest in our lineup of Goodies From Massively is a new item courtesy of the development team over at Grand Chase: Chaos. The developers have brought back the Nightmare Circus event and given us three hundred keys for the Rufus character. Ready to give him a try?

                          Head over to our giveaway page to grab a code, then download Grand Chase and create a character if you haven't yet. Once you've done so, visit the game's coupon redemption page to use the key you got from Massively, then check back in to Grand Chase to find your item in your inventory.

                          Enjoy, and thanks to the Grand Chase: Chaos team for the goodies!


                          TO THE GIVEAWAY

                          MassivelyTry Grand Chase: Chaos' Rufus character free from Massively originally appeared on Massively on Thu, 19 Jan 2012 19:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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                            ]]>                            contestcontestsf2pfree-to-playgameragegiveawaygiveawaysgrand-chasegrand-chase-chaosntreevThu, 19 Jan 2012 19:00:00 EST                            <![CDATA[Turbine makes 'biggest announcement since free-to-play' for Dungeons and Dragons Online]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/19/turbine-makes-biggest-announcement-since-free-to-play-for-dung/http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/19/turbine-makes-biggest-announcement-since-free-to-play-for-dung/http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/19/turbine-makes-biggest-announcement-since-free-to-play-for-dung/#commentsFiled under: , , , , ,

                            Lolth
                            The Dungeons and Dragons Online developers have been enjoying the game's success, and things are running smoothly, but fans know that doesn't mean the team's been kicking back and relaxing. We've had content updates regularly, and not just little token patches but rather new adventure packs, new races and classes, the addition of crafting, and much more.

                            Have you enjoyed the past year or so in DDO? Well, hang on to your hats because we spent some time chatting with Eric Boyer and Fernando Paiz and... well, those updates aren't the only thing the developers have been working on.

                            Click past the break to see what's about to take DDO by storm.

                            Continue reading Turbine makes 'biggest announcement since free-to-play' for Dungeons and Dragons Online

                            MassivelyTurbine makes 'biggest announcement since free-to-play' for Dungeons and Dragons Online originally appeared on Massively on Thu, 19 Jan 2012 09:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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                              ]]>                              d-n-d-onlineddodruiddruid-classdruidsdungeons-and-dragons-onlineeric-boyerexpansionf2pfeaturedfernando-paizforgotten-realmsfree-to-playlevel-caplevel-cap-increasemenace-of-the-underdarkturbineunderdarkThu, 19 Jan 2012 09:00:00 EST                              <![CDATA[Tell us your most epic MMO stunt and win a copy of the Guinness World Records 2012 Gamer's Edition!]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/18/tell-us-your-most-epic-mmo-stunt-and-win-a-copy-of-the-guinness/http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/18/tell-us-your-most-epic-mmo-stunt-and-win-a-copy-of-the-guinness/http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/18/tell-us-your-most-epic-mmo-stunt-and-win-a-copy-of-the-guinness/#commentsFiled under: , ,

                              Largest competitive Pokemon videogame family
                              The Guinness World Records 2012 Gamer's Edition is complete, highlighting the best scores, most jaw-dropping achievements, and every "first" you can imagine in the gaming world. On the book's home page you'll find a big yellow "Buy The Book" link, but hold on. Don't click that quite yet, even though it's a great read.

                              If you'd love to have a copy of the book we'll save you some money and let you do a little bragging at the same time. Guinness World Records has provided us with two copies of the Gamer's Edition to share with a couple of our readers. All you have to do is enter to win one by leaving a comment here telling us about the biggest highlight of your MMO gaming time. It can be your first big achievement, your most impressive battle, or your most epic fail.

                              Impress us, make us laugh, make us wince in sympathy. No matter what you do, do it by this Friday, January 20th, at 5:00 p.m. EST. We'll choose two winners once the deadline hits and send out the books right away.

                              As always, read the contest rules for eligibility information, and best of luck!

                              CONTEST FAQ OFFICIAL RULES

                              MassivelyTell us your most epic MMO stunt and win a copy of the Guinness World Records 2012 Gamer's Edition! originally appeared on Massively on Wed, 18 Jan 2012 19:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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                                ]]>                                contestcontestsgiveawaygiveawaysguinnessguinness book of world recordsguinness-book-of-world-recordsguinness-book-of-world-records-2012-gamers-editionguinness-book-of-world-records-gamers-editionguinness-not-the-beerworld-recordsWed, 18 Jan 2012 19:00:00 EST                                <![CDATA[The Daily Grind: Do you like need vs. greed loot distribution?]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/17/the-daily-grind-do-you-like-need-vs-greed-loot-distribution/http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/17/the-daily-grind-do-you-like-need-vs-greed-loot-distribution/http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/17/the-daily-grind-do-you-like-need-vs-greed-loot-distribution/#commentsFiled under: , ,

                                Credit to the lovely and talented Ember Isolte
                                MMO gaming: It's all about the loot.

                                OK, maybe not all about it, but there sure is a lot of thought and angst devoted to the items that fall from various AI-creature piñatas -- who got the best stuff, who didn't get any stuff, and how it's not fair that he got better stuff than you did.

                                Different games may offer different methods of loot distribution, like a round-robin option or Guild Wars' pre-assigned drops, but need before greed is still a long-standing and familiar method. So what do you think? Does the system, which relies largely on players rolling fairly, still work well, or has its time passed?

                                Every morning, the Massively bloggers probe the minds of their readers with deep, thought-provoking questions about that most serious of topics: massively online gaming. We crave your opinions, so grab your caffeinated beverage of choice and chime in on today's Daily Grind!

                                MassivelyThe Daily Grind: Do you like need vs. greed loot distribution? originally appeared on Massively on Tue, 17 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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                                  ]]>                                  dropslootloot-distributionnbgneed-before-greedneed-greed-passneed-v-greedneed-versus-greedneed-vs-greedopinionopinionstdgthe-daily-grindTue, 17 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST                                  <![CDATA[Flameseeker Chronicles: Efficient Hall of Monuments progress]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/16/flameseeker-chronicles-efficient-hall-of-monuments-progress/http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/16/flameseeker-chronicles-efficient-hall-of-monuments-progress/http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/16/flameseeker-chronicles-efficient-hall-of-monuments-progress/#commentsFiled under: , , , ,

                                  Make your Hall of Monuments look like this!
                                  Guild Wars 2 is drawing ever closer. It may not feel like it sometimes, but it's getting nearer each day. A lot of fans are easing the pain of the wait by playing through Guild Wars 1 in an effort to beef up their Hall of Monuments scores for the day GW2 arrives.

                                  The Hall of Monuments in GW might only award titles and cosmetic goodies, but we gamers do love our shinies, so lots of people are diving into present-day Tyria to make some HoM progress while they wait for GW2. I posted a series of Hall of Monuments guides almost a year and a half ago, and while most of it has stood the test of time very well, I want to revisit it.

                                  The reason I want to do this is to smooth the path a little more. So many people are still coming into Guild Wars for this reason, and starting from scratch with such an enormous goal can make a lot of them throw in the towel. Thankfully, ArenaNet has added some features into the game in the past few years that can make your Hall of Monuments progress more "hare" and less "tortoise," with the same prizes at the end. They all work together so you can get the most of your travels through Tyria in a much shorter time.

                                  This one's for the min-maxers, so follow along to read about three simple things you can keep an eye on to speed up your HoM progress!

                                  Continue reading Flameseeker Chronicles: Efficient Hall of Monuments progress

                                  MassivelyFlameseeker Chronicles: Efficient Hall of Monuments progress originally appeared on Massively on Mon, 16 Jan 2012 17:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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                                    ]]>                                    arenanetarenanet-guild-warsarenanet-guild-wars2featuredflameseeker-chroniclesguidesguild-warsguild-wars2guildwarsguildwars2gwgw2hall-of-monumentshall-of-monuments-guidehomMon, 16 Jan 2012 17:00:00 EST                                    <![CDATA[MV Guide: January 16-22, 2012]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/16/mv-guide-january-16-22-2012/http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/16/mv-guide-january-16-22-2012/http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/16/mv-guide-january-16-22-2012/#commentsFiled under: , ,

                                    APB: Reloaded
                                    MV Guide is a weekly rundown of the MMO gaming events planned on Massively TV.

                                    Every week, the Massively staff logs in to play various MMOs live and in person, and we'd love for you to drop by the channel and visit. We have a combination of regular weekly games and new surprises, so you'll find a variety of titles to take a look at. During our streamed events, you can participate in the live chat, ask questions to learn about the game, and simply spend some time with Massively staff and readers. (Of course, streaming is subject to the whims of outside forces like server-side gremlins once in a while.)

                                    Follow along after the jump to see what's on this week's schedule!

                                    Continue reading MV Guide: January 16-22, 2012

                                    MassivelyMV Guide: January 16-22, 2012 originally appeared on Massively on Mon, 16 Jan 2012 09:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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                                      ]]>                                      all-points-bulletinall-points-bulletin-gameapb-gamebiowarebioware-mmobioware-mmorpgbioware-star-warsbioware-swtorccpccp-eveccp-gameschampions-onlinecodc-universe-onlinedcuoeaelectronic-artsEVEeve-ccpeve-mmorpgeve-onlinef2pfeaturedfree-to-playfrogsterfrogster-interactiveg1gamersfirstglobal-agendaglobal-agenda-hi-rezhi-rezhi-rez-global-agendahi-rez-stdioes-global-agendahi-rez-studiosjagexkabamliden-labs-second-lifelinden-labslucas-artslucas-arts-mmolucas-arts-mmorpgmilmommortsmv-guideperfect-worldperfect-world-entertainmentpweromrunes-of-magicrunescaperusty-heartssecond-lifesecond-life-linden-labsslsl-liden-labssoesony-online-entertainmentst-onlinestar-trek-mmostar-trek-onlinestar-wars-gamestar-wars-mmostar-wars-mmorpgstar-wars-the-old-republicstar-wars-torstarwarsstarwars-the-old-republicstosw-torswtorthe-old-republicthirst-of-nighttrek-onlinevirtual-worldMon, 16 Jan 2012 09:00:00 EST                                      <![CDATA[Previously on MV TV: Week of January 9th, 2012]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/15/previously-on-mv-tv-week-of-january-9th-2012/http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/15/previously-on-mv-tv-week-of-january-9th-2012/http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/15/previously-on-mv-tv-week-of-january-9th-2012/#commentsFiled under: , , ,

                                      Fallen Earth, aka Good God in Heaven, shoot it!
                                      Welcome to the brand-new Previously on MV TV! Our livestreaming schedule has picked up a lot over the past few weeks, and our readers have busy lives, so we know it's impossible to watch every single streaming event live. Fortunately for you, we save all of our streams all for posterity on Massively's Twitch TV channel, so you can view them at your leisure. Even better, we've got a roundup of a few of last week's MV TV highlights from the livestream team. Follow along after the jump for the best of the best!

                                      Continue reading Previously on MV TV: Week of January 9th, 2012

                                      MassivelyPreviously on MV TV: Week of January 9th, 2012 originally appeared on Massively on Sun, 15 Jan 2012 10:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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                                        ]]>                                        biowarebioware-mmobioware-mmorpgbioware-star-warsbioware-swtoreaelectronic-artsf2pfallen-earthfeaturedfree-to-playg1gamersfirstleague-of-legendsliden-labs-second-lifelinden-labslivestreamlivestreaminglollucas-artslucas-arts-mmolucas-arts-mmorpgmassively-tvmv-tvpreviously-on-mv-tvriotriot-gamessecond-lifesecond-life-linden-labsslsl-liden-labssoesony-online-entertainmentstar-wars-gamestar-wars-mmostar-wars-mmorpgstar-wars-the-old-republicstar-wars-torstarwarsstarwars-the-old-republicsw-torswtorthe-old-republicvanguardVanguard-Saga-of-Heroesvirtual-worldSun, 15 Jan 2012 10:00:00 EST                                        <![CDATA[Pick up a free copy of Dawn of Fantasy from Massively and Reverie Studios]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/13/pick-up-a-free-copy-of-dawn-of-fantasy-from-massively-and-reveri/http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/13/pick-up-a-free-copy-of-dawn-of-fantasy-from-massively-and-reveri/http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/13/pick-up-a-free-copy-of-dawn-of-fantasy-from-massively-and-reveri/#commentsFiled under: , , ,

                                        This is Dawn of Fantasy. You can have it free. You're welcome.
                                        It feels like we've barely recovered from the giveaway whirl that was Massively's 12 Days of Giveaways, but don't think that's it for freebies from us. Our latest giveaway is a big one, and it's sure to warm the hearts of MMORTS fans far and wide.

                                        Dawn of Fantasy has a purchase price of $29.99 US -- unless you happen to be a Massively reader. Reverie Studios has given us 1,000 digital copies of the game to share with some of our community. Simply visit our giveaway page to pick up your code, then get the game via our download link. When you're asked for your CD key during installation, enter the key you picked up from us and you're all set!

                                        The codes are only good until January 27th, so grab yours right away, enjoy the game, and thanks to Reverie Studios for the giveaway!

                                        [Sorry, all codes have been claimed]

                                        MassivelyPick up a free copy of Dawn of Fantasy from Massively and Reverie Studios originally appeared on Massively on Fri, 13 Jan 2012 17:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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                                          ]]>                                          contestcontestsdawn-of-fantasygiveawaygiveawaysmmortsreverie-studiosFri, 13 Jan 2012 17:30:00 EST                                          <![CDATA[The Daily Grind: Are you a part of your game's community out of game?]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/10/the-daily-grind-are-you-a-part-of-your-games-community-out-of/http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/10/the-daily-grind-are-you-a-part-of-your-games-community-out-of/http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/10/the-daily-grind-are-you-a-part-of-your-games-community-out-of/#commentsFiled under: , ,

                                          Guild Wars
                                          The foundation of an MMO is people playing together. While there are plenty of soloers -- and the smart developer will make content for them as much as for the group players -- there's a definite community inside of an MMO.

                                          That community often continues after logout, though. Thanks to forums both official and not, social media groups, IRC chat, and even real-world meetups, players can continue the social interactions beyond guild or group chat. Of course, that's if they're comfortable with it. Players vary widely on this, so where do you stand? Do your in-game friendships extend beyond the walls of Azeroth, Telara, The Wasteland, or Tyria, or do you prefer that what happens in game stay in game?

                                          Every morning, the Massively bloggers probe the minds of their readers with deep, thought-provoking questions about that most serious of topics: massively online gaming. We crave your opinions, so grab your caffeinated beverage of choice and chime in on today's Daily Grind!

                                          MassivelyThe Daily Grind: Are you a part of your game's community out of game? originally appeared on Massively on Tue, 10 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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                                            ]]>                                            friendshipsfriendships-in-gameopinionopinionsrelationshipstdgthe-daily-grindTue, 10 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST                                            <![CDATA[Flameseeker Chronicles: ArenaNet talks PvE vs. PvP]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/09/flameseeker-chronicles-arenanet-talks-pve-vs-pve/http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/09/flameseeker-chronicles-arenanet-talks-pve-vs-pve/http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/09/flameseeker-chronicles-arenanet-talks-pve-vs-pve/#commentsFiled under: , , , , , ,

                                            Ascalon Catacombs GW2 dungeon
                                            "I don't care for PvP, so Guild Wars 2 doesn't really interest me."

                                            This is something that I've heard with some regularity over the past year or two, and every time I sort of shake my head in confusion. How could anyone perceive Guild Wars 2 as a PvP-only game? Really, just take a look at what we've seen from the development team and how PvE-centric it is and it seems that you'd get the impression that if anything, there's more of a PvE focus.

                                            Of course, I can see where this perception comes from -- Guild Wars 1 holds the same perception for a lot of people, so it carries over. As a huge fan of both games and a pure PvE player, I thought it would be fun to take this week and clear things up. Eric Flannum and John Stumme were kind enough to help, stepping in to answer a few questions about the balance of things both past and present. Curious about what they have to say? Click past the cut and take a look!

                                            Continue reading Flameseeker Chronicles: ArenaNet talks PvE vs. PvP

                                            MassivelyFlameseeker Chronicles: ArenaNet talks PvE vs. PvP originally appeared on Massively on Mon, 09 Jan 2012 10:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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                                              ]]>                                              anetarenanetbalanceeric-flannumfeaturedflameseeker-chroniclesguild-warsguild-wars-2gwgw2interviewinterviewsjohn-stummencsoftpvepvpMon, 09 Jan 2012 10:00:00 EST                                              <![CDATA[MV Guide: January 9-15, 2012]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/09/mv-guide-january-9-15-2012/http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/09/mv-guide-january-9-15-2012/http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/09/mv-guide-january-9-15-2012/#commentsFiled under: , ,

                                              Need For Speed World
                                              MV Guide is a weekly rundown of the MMO gaming events planned on Massively TV.

                                              Every week, the Massively staff logs in to play various MMOs live and in person, and we'd love for you to drop by the channel and visit. We have a combination of regular weekly games and new surprises, so you'll find a variety of titles to take a look at. During our streamed events, you can participate in the live chat, ask questions to learn about the game, and simply spend some time with Massively staff and readers. (Of course, streaming is subject to the whims of outside forces like server-side gremlins once in a while.)

                                              Follow along after the jump to see what's on this week's schedule!

                                              Continue reading MV Guide: January 9-15, 2012

                                              MassivelyMV Guide: January 9-15, 2012 originally appeared on Massively on Mon, 09 Jan 2012 09:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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                                                ]]>                                                all-points-bulletinall-points-bulletin-reloadedankamaapbapb-reloadedbiowareccpchampions-onlinedc-universe-onlinedcuodie2niteea-biowareeve-onlinefallen-earthfeaturedg1gamersfirstglitchglobal-agendahi-rez-studiosjagexleague-of-legendslindenlablivestreamlivestreamingmv-guidemv-tvneed-for-speed-worldnfswperfect-world-entertainmentpweriotriot-gamesrunescapesecond-lifesoeSony-Online-Entertainmentsquare-enixstar-wars-the-old-republicswtortiny-specktorvanguardVanguard-Saga-of-HeroeswakfuMon, 09 Jan 2012 09:00:00 EST                                                <![CDATA[Global Chat: January 1-7, 2012]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/08/global-chat-january-1-7-2012/http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/08/global-chat-january-1-7-2012/http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/08/global-chat-january-1-7-2012/#commentsFiled under: , , ,

                                                Livestreaming!
                                                We love hearing what the Massively community has to say. What better way to salute the smartest reader opinions and posts than by sharing them in a weekly column? Join us every Sunday morning for Global Chat, where we do just that!

                                                This week we've got a poke at the lighter side of game bugs, some thoughts on development costs and how they affect us in the end, and some compliments (we always love those). Ready to see what they are? Click past the cut and let's get started!

                                                Continue reading Global Chat: January 1-7, 2012

                                                MassivelyGlobal Chat: January 1-7, 2012 originally appeared on Massively on Sun, 08 Jan 2012 10:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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                                                  ]]>                                                  baby-choo-choobigginbiowarecommenterscommentsdust-514ea-biowareeve-evolvedfeaturedgetdownglobal-chatlaunch-timinglivestreammv-tvnibbanaopinionopinionssoapboxstar-wars-the-old-republicswtorswtor-dance-bugthe-soapboxSun, 08 Jan 2012 10:00:00 EST                                                  <![CDATA[New Guild Wars update brings major Elementalist changes]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/05/new-guild-wars-update-brings-major-elementalist-changes/http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/05/new-guild-wars-update-brings-major-elementalist-changes/http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/05/new-guild-wars-update-brings-major-elementalist-changes/#commentsFiled under: , , ,

                                                  Ele. <3
                                                  It's finally here: ArenaNet has released the Guild Wars Elementalist update. While not a complete overhaul, the update is still huge: Nearly 40 skills received significant changes, some exciting new functionalities and mechanics were introduced, and a core change was made to the game itself with the Ele class in mind.

                                                  Elementalist doublecast skills, "a new type of spell that casts on you as well as your target," are part of this update. Several current Ele skills were reworked to fall under the doublecast umbrella. Even more skills got changes to make the Elementalist more versatile in varying situations, adding extra functionality to some and changing how others work entirely.

                                                  Finally, hard mode enemies were given a pretty big change: Their armor levels were lowered and their health was raised. Previously, Elementalists were at a bit of a disadvantage in hard mode because the increased AL of all foes meant a big decrease in the amount of damage Elementalists did. This change means that Eles will start seeing much larger damage numbers, making them more of an asset in hard mode.

                                                  As with most big Guild Wars updates, this one comes with lots of explanation and commentary from the Live Team. It wraps up with a promise that the devs are not finished with the Ele by a long shot: "In the next few months, we'll evaluate the shifts created in the metagame as a result of these changes and make further adjustments to skills that are not in line with our intentions. Additionally, we'll be working a second update to address issues with some of the Elementalist non-elite skills as the elites in this update settle into their places."

                                                  MassivelyNew Guild Wars update brings major Elementalist changes originally appeared on Massively on Thu, 05 Jan 2012 20:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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                                                  ]]>                                                  anetarenanetelementalistelementalist-updateguild-warsguild-wars-elementalistgwThu, 05 Jan 2012 20:00:00 EST                                                  <![CDATA[The Daily Grind: Would you use an official wiki in your game of choice?]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/03/the-daily-grind-would-you-use-an-official-wiki-in-your-game-of/http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/03/the-daily-grind-would-you-use-an-official-wiki-in-your-game-of/http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/03/the-daily-grind-would-you-use-an-official-wiki-in-your-game-of/#commentsFiled under: , ,

                                                  The Guild Wars wiki
                                                  Some of us were chatting around the Massively (virtual) water cooler yesterday and came to the conclusion that one thing a lot of MMOs are missing is a reliable, up-to-date official wiki.

                                                  With a few exceptions like the Guild Wars Wiki or EVElopedia, the majority of the MMO game list lacks a comprehensive official wiki -- a central hub for update news, gear and loot details, gameplay guides, and so on. Many games have but don't maintain them, and many more don't have them at all. Is this something that should be remedied, or is the lack of supply due to the lack of demand?

                                                  What do you think -- should more developers put resources toward the creation, expansion, and maintenance of this sort of thing?

                                                  Every morning, the Massively bloggers probe the minds of their readers with deep, thought-provoking questions about that most serious of topics: massively online gaming. We crave your opinions, so grab your caffeinated beverage of choice and chime in on today's Daily Grind!

                                                  MassivelyThe Daily Grind: Would you use an official wiki in your game of choice? originally appeared on Massively on Tue, 03 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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                                                    ]]>                                                    evelopediagame-guidesgame-wikiguild-wars-wikiofficial-wikiopinionopinionstdgthe-daily-grindwikiTue, 03 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST                                                    <![CDATA[Flameseeker Chronicles: Guild Wars' elite areas -- Urgoz's Warren]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/02/flameseeker-chronicles-guild-wars-elite-areas-urgozs-warre/http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/02/flameseeker-chronicles-guild-wars-elite-areas-urgozs-warre/http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/02/flameseeker-chronicles-guild-wars-elite-areas-urgozs-warre/#commentsFiled under: , , , ,

                                                    Urgoz starting area
                                                    All was quiet at ArenaNet last week as the various members of the Guild Wars 2 team enjoyed a well-deserved vacation. I'm going to consider it a welcome breather after being drowned in so many squee-worthy updates the previous week and take the opportunity to turn my attention back to Guild Wars 1 and another elite area: Urgoz's Warren.

                                                    I really enjoy Urgoz's Warren for a couple of reasons. Obviously, it gives me tons of Kurzick faction, but once you've got the hang of it, it's a fun challenge even without the perks. It's full of environmental effects and hidden enemies that prevent you from simply charging in and blasting away, so you have to think ahead, be careful, and play strategically.

                                                    Follow along after the jump and we'll take a closer look.

                                                    Continue reading Flameseeker Chronicles: Guild Wars' elite areas -- Urgoz's Warren

                                                    MassivelyFlameseeker Chronicles: Guild Wars' elite areas -- Urgoz's Warren originally appeared on Massively on Mon, 02 Jan 2012 19:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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                                                      ]]>                                                      anetarenanetdungeonsfactionsfeaturedflameseeker-chroniclesguideguidesguild-warsgwinstancesncsofturgozurgozs-warrenMon, 02 Jan 2012 19:00:00 EST                                                      <![CDATA[MV Guide: January 2-8, 2012]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/02/mv-guide-january-2-8-2012/http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/02/mv-guide-january-2-8-2012/http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/02/mv-guide-january-2-8-2012/#commentsFiled under: , , ,

                                                      SWTOR
                                                      MV Guide is a weekly rundown of the MMO gaming events planned on Massively TV.

                                                      Every week, the Massively staff logs in to play various MMOs live and in person, and we'd love for you to drop by the channel and visit. We have a combination of regular weekly games and new surprises, so you'll find a variety of titles to take a look at. During our streamed events, you can participate in the live chat, ask questions to learn about the game, and simply spend some time with Massively staff and readers. (Of course, streaming is subject to the whims of outside forces like server-side gremlins once in a while.)

                                                      Follow along after the jump for the latest edition of MV Guide!

                                                      Continue reading MV Guide: January 2-8, 2012

                                                      MassivelyMV Guide: January 2-8, 2012 originally appeared on Massively on Mon, 02 Jan 2012 09:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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                                                        ]]>                                                        all-points-bulletinapb-reloadedbiowareccpeqiieve-onlineeverquest-iigamersfirstglitchglobal-agendahi-rezjagexkingdom-of-loatinglinden-lablivestreammilmomv-guidemv-tvrunescapesecond-lifesoeSony-Online-Entertainmentstar-wars-the-old-republicswtortiny-speckvanguarVanguard-Saga-of-HeroesMon, 02 Jan 2012 09:00:00 EST                                                        <![CDATA[Global Chat: December 25-31, 2011]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/01/global-chat-december-25-31-2011/http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/01/global-chat-december-25-31-2011/http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/01/01/global-chat-december-25-31-2011/#commentsFiled under: , ,

                                                        Predictions
                                                        We love hearing what you have to say at Massively, and we love it even more when we can share the best comments with all of our readers. Massively staffers will be contributing some of their favorite comments every week, so keep an eye out every Sunday for more Global Chat!

                                                        Welcome to the first Global Chat of 2012! This week is all about some of your responses to our MMO predictions for 2012. You all chipped in plenty of great thoughts, so follow along after the break for the best of what our readers had to say last week!

                                                        Continue reading Global Chat: December 25-31, 2011

                                                        MassivelyGlobal Chat: December 25-31, 2011 originally appeared on Massively on Sun, 01 Jan 2012 10:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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                                                          ]]>                                                          browser-basedcommenterscommentsfeaturedglobal-chatlilkittenmassivelys-mmo-predictions-for-2012mists-of-pandariamopopinionopinionsseffridsolitudezeroworld-of-warcraftwowSun, 01 Jan 2012 10:00:00 EST                                                          <![CDATA[The Daily Grind: Did you get gaming gifts for the holidays?]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2011/12/27/the-daily-grind-did-you-get-gaming-gifts-for-the-holidays/http://massively.joystiq.com/2011/12/27/the-daily-grind-did-you-get-gaming-gifts-for-the-holidays/http://massively.joystiq.com/2011/12/27/the-daily-grind-did-you-get-gaming-gifts-for-the-holidays/#commentsFiled under: , ,

                                                          All of those boxes contain computer hardware.
                                                          The holiday season is winding down and the gift-giving days are done. People are sitting back and enjoying their break from school or work, and maybe enjoying some new items that Santa dropped in their stockings. Last weekend the Massively staffers talked about what gaming-related goodies they were hoping to receive, and we posed the same question to you.

                                                          So what's the verdict? Were your holiday gaming wishes fulfilled? Is your Steam wish list shorter? Is your pile of gaming boxes taller? Do you have some shiny new game time codes to use? Leave a comment and let us know what your newest gaming goodies are!

                                                          Every morning, the Massively bloggers probe the minds of their readers with deep, thought-provoking questions about that most serious of topics: massively online gaming. We crave your opinions, so grab your caffeinated beverage of choice and chime in on today's Daily Grind!

                                                          MassivelyThe Daily Grind: Did you get gaming gifts for the holidays? originally appeared on Massively on Tue, 27 Dec 2011 08:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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                                                            ]]>                                                            giftsholiday-giftsholidaysopinionopinionstdgthe-daily-grindwish-listsTue, 27 Dec 2011 08:00:00 EST                                                            <![CDATA[Flameseeker Chronicles: High achievers]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2011/12/26/flameseeker-chronicles-high-achievers/http://massively.joystiq.com/2011/12/26/flameseeker-chronicles-high-achievers/http://massively.joystiq.com/2011/12/26/flameseeker-chronicles-high-achievers/#commentsFiled under: , , , ,

                                                            Charr SMASH
                                                            Well, ArenaNet certainly didn't let 2011 go out on a quiet note. The team had a few last tricks up its sleeve before closing down shop until the new year. We chatted with Eric Flannum about the Guild Wars 2 Mesmer, and the newest ArenaNet blog post contained some exciting talk of combat, achievements, and some tweaking to the Thief class.

                                                            I loved hearing about the updates to the Thief and to combat because the fact that the developers are talking about fine-tuning says good things to me about the development process. However, it was the talk of achievements that really caught my attention because it's such a sweeping, game-wide system. Follow along after the jump and let's take a closer look!

                                                            Continue reading Flameseeker Chronicles: High achievers

                                                            MassivelyFlameseeker Chronicles: High achievers originally appeared on Massively on Mon, 26 Dec 2011 18:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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                                                              ]]>                                                              achievement-pointsachievementsanetarenanetarenanet-blogeric-flannumfeaturedflameseeker-chroniclesguild-warsguild-wars-2gwgw2hall-of-monumentsncsofttitlesMon, 26 Dec 2011 18:00:00 EST                                                              <![CDATA[MV Guide: December 26, 2011-January 1, 2012]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2011/12/26/mv-guide-december-26-2011-january-1-2012/http://massively.joystiq.com/2011/12/26/mv-guide-december-26-2011-january-1-2012/http://massively.joystiq.com/2011/12/26/mv-guide-december-26-2011-january-1-2012/#commentsFiled under: , , ,

                                                              D'awwww
                                                              MV Guide is a weekly rundown of the MMO gaming events planned on Massively TV.

                                                              Every week, the Massively staff logs in to play various MMOs live and in person, and we'd love for you to drop by the channel and visit. We have a combination of regular weekly games and new surprises, so you'll find a variety of titles to take a look at. During our streamed events, you can participate in the live chat, ask questions to learn about the game, and simply spend some time with Massively staff and readers. (Of course, streaming is subject to the whims of outside forces like server-side gremlins once in a while.)

                                                              You'll notice a hefty lineup, some new faces, and some special events in this week's MV Guide. Joining us will be some brand-new members of the MV TV livestream team, so make sure you stop in while they're live and give them a welcome!

                                                              Follow along after the jump to see what's on this week's schedule.

                                                              Continue reading MV Guide: December 26, 2011-January 1, 2012

                                                              MassivelyMV Guide: December 26, 2011-January 1, 2012 originally appeared on Massively on Mon, 26 Dec 2011 10:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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                                                                ]]>                                                                all-points-bulletinapb-reloadedbiowareccpchampions-onlinechamps-onlinecoea-biowareeve-onlinefeaturedffxivfinal-fantasy-xivg1gamersfirstlivestreamLiveStreamingmv-guidemv-tvperfect-world-entertainmentpwesquaresquare-enixstar-wars-the-old-republicstreamswtortwitch-tvMon, 26 Dec 2011 10:00:00 EST                                                                <![CDATA[Global Chat: December 18-24, 2011]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2011/12/25/global-chat-december-18-24-2011/http://massively.joystiq.com/2011/12/25/global-chat-december-18-24-2011/http://massively.joystiq.com/2011/12/25/global-chat-december-18-24-2011/#commentsFiled under: , , ,

                                                                Leaderboard's Hybrid entry
                                                                We love hearing what you have to say at Massively, and we love it even more when we can share the best comments with all of our readers. Massively staffers will be contributing some of their favorite comments every week, so keep an eye out every Sunday for more Global Chat!

                                                                Merry Christmas, Massively readers! We're enjoying some time with our loved ones today here at Massively, and we hope you're doing the same. We've prepared a few things for you to read in your downtime today, though. One of them is this week's Global Chat, so follow along after the break for the best of what our readers had to say last week!

                                                                Continue reading Global Chat: December 18-24, 2011

                                                                MassivelyGlobal Chat: December 18-24, 2011 originally appeared on Massively on Sun, 25 Dec 2011 10:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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                                                                  ]]>                                                                  balanceclassesehraf2pfeaturedfree-to-playgaming-definitionsmechwarrior-onlinemmonot-an-mmoopinionopinionsryansam-not-spamSun, 25 Dec 2011 10:00:00 EST                                                                  <![CDATA[[Updated] On the twelfth day of giveaways, KingsIsle gave to me...]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2011/12/24/on-the-twelfth-day-of-giveaways-kingsisle-gave-to-me/http://massively.joystiq.com/2011/12/24/on-the-twelfth-day-of-giveaways-kingsisle-gave-to-me/http://massively.joystiq.com/2011/12/24/on-the-twelfth-day-of-giveaways-kingsisle-gave-to-me/#commentsFiled under: , , , ,

                                                                  Wizard101 Super Bundle
                                                                  [UPDATE: All winners have been selected and contacted. Thanks to everyone who entered!]

                                                                  On the twelfth day of giveaways, KingsIsle gave to me... twelve super bundles!
                                                                  On the eleventh day of giveaways, Funcom gave to me... eleven prize packages!
                                                                  On the tenth day of giveaways, PerfectWorld gave to me... ten grab bag items!
                                                                  On the ninth day of giveaways, GamersFirst gave to me... nine SWG mementos!
                                                                  On the eighth day of giveaways, Enjin gave to me... eight guild-wide gifts!
                                                                  On the seventh day of giveaways, NCsoft gave to me... seven years of memories!
                                                                  On the sixth day of giveaways, GamersFirst gave to me... six retail packs!
                                                                  On the fifth day of giveaways, Trion gave to me... five subscription codes!
                                                                  On the fourth day of giveaways, Nexon gave to me... four pet items!
                                                                  On the third day of giveaways, Wargaming.net gave to me... three premium years!
                                                                  On the second day of giveaways, BioWare gave to me... two warring factions!
                                                                  On the first day of giveaways, Turbine gave to me... a lifetime VIP!

                                                                  KingsIsle Entertainment is finishing off Massively's 12 Days of Giveaways with a bang by giving away 12 Super Bundles for Wizard101. What is a Super Bundle, you ask? It's a huge package of Wizard101 goodies, including everything listed in the image above plus 5,000 crowns to spend on whatever your heart desires.

                                                                  Ready to enter to win one of these? Just leave a comment here telling us why you love Wizard101 and what you'd do with your Super Bundle. Enter by the deadline of tomorrow, December 25th, at 8:00 p.m. EST, and don't forget to check the contest rules below for eligibility. Best of luck!

                                                                  Finally, please join us here at Massively in giving a warm thank-you to every developer and publisher who pitched in to make the 12 Days of Giveaways a huge success. Happy holidays!

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                                                                    ]]>                                                                    12-days-of-giveaways-2011contestcontestsf2pfree-to-playgiveawaygiveawayskingsislekingsisle-entertainmentsuper-bundlew101wizard-101wizard101wizard101-super-bundleSat, 24 Dec 2011 20:00:00 EST                                                                    <![CDATA[[Updated] On the eleventh day of giveaways, Funcom gave to me...]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2011/12/23/on-the-eleventh-day-of-giveaways-funcom-gave-to-me/http://massively.joystiq.com/2011/12/23/on-the-eleventh-day-of-giveaways-funcom-gave-to-me/http://massively.joystiq.com/2011/12/23/on-the-eleventh-day-of-giveaways-funcom-gave-to-me/#commentsFiled under: , , , ,

                                                                    Age of Conan
                                                                    [UPDATE: All winners have been selected and contacted. Thanks to everyone who entered!]

                                                                    On the eleventh day of giveaways, Funcom gave to me... eleven prize packages!
                                                                    On the tenth day of giveaways, PerfectWorld gave to me... ten grab bag items!
                                                                    On the ninth day of giveaways, GamersFirst gave to me... nine SWG mementos!
                                                                    On the eighth day of giveaways, Enjin gave to me... eight guild-wide gifts!
                                                                    On the seventh day of giveaways, NCsoft gave to me... seven years of memories!
                                                                    On the sixth day of giveaways, GamersFirst gave to me... six retail packs!
                                                                    On the fifth day of giveaways, Trion gave to me... five subscription codes!
                                                                    On the fourth day of giveaways, Nexon gave to me... four pet items!
                                                                    On the third day of giveaways, Wargaming.net gave to me... three premium years!
                                                                    On the second day of giveaways, BioWare gave to me... two warring factions!
                                                                    On the first day of giveaways, Turbine gave to me... a lifetime VIP                                                                    !

                                                                    We're almost finished with our 12 Days of Giveaways, but Funcom is making sure we approach the end in style with a series of prize packages guaranteed to excite both Age of Conan and Bloodline Champions fans. We have five gift packs each containing one year of premium account status for Age of Conan, a Bloodline Champions starter edition, and one thousand Funcom points. Five more packages contain a Bloodline Champions starter edition and one thousand Funcom points, while our final prize is a Titan edition of Bloodline Champions.

                                                                    Ready to enter? Read the contest rules for eligibility, then leave a comment letting us know why you love Funcom's games and should be one of our winners. The deadline is tomorrow, December 24th, at 7:00 p.m. EST, so be sure to enter before then. Good luck!

                                                                    CONTEST FAQ OFFICIAL RULES

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                                                                      ]]>                                                                      12-days-of-giveaways-2011age-of-conanaocbloodline-championscontestcontestsf2pfree-to-playfuncomgiveawaygiveawaysFri, 23 Dec 2011 19:00:00 EST                                                                      <![CDATA[YNK Interactive giving gifts for the holidays!]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2011/12/23/ynk-interactive-giving-gifts-for-the-holidays/http://massively.joystiq.com/2011/12/23/ynk-interactive-giving-gifts-for-the-holidays/http://massively.joystiq.com/2011/12/23/ynk-interactive-giving-gifts-for-the-holidays/#commentsFiled under: , , ,

                                                                      Snow Kruger
                                                                      As we approach the end of 2011, the crew at YNK Interactive is offering up some festive items to help Massively readers ring in the new year. YNK Interactive is the developer and publisher behind both ROHAN: Blood Feud and SEAL Online, and we've got some gift packs for players of both games.

                                                                      For ROHAN: Blood Feud, the gift package includes a Snow Kruger mount for players level 30 and up, a Harmony Seal that grants a three-hour 400% XP boost to your entire party, and Celebration Glasses that give a bonus to STR, DEX, and INT. Pick up your code on our giveaway page, make sure you have a ROHAN account, then enter your code in the Gamer Code box of ROHAN's redemption page. Log into ROHAN and retrieve your items from your mail inventory.
                                                                      [Sorry, all codes have been claimed]
                                                                      SEAL Online players have some great items as well. The set includes three potions, each giving a bonus to defense, dexterity, or evasion. You'll also find a golden chest key that unlocks chests in the Monster Survival Dungeon. Pick up your code on our giveaway page, then redeem it using the Gamer Code section of SEAL Online's redemption page. Log into SEAL Online and you'll find your new items in your cash bank.

                                                                      TO THE GIVEAWAY

                                                                      Enjoy both giveaways, and thanks to YNK Interactive!

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                                                                        ]]>                                                                        contestcontestsf2pfree-to-playgiveawaygiveawaysrohanrohan-blood-feudseal-onlineynk-interactiveFri, 23 Dec 2011 16:00:00 EST                                                                        <![CDATA[[Updated] On the tenth day of giveaways, Perfect World gave to me...]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2011/12/22/on-the-tenth-day-of-giveaways-perfect-world-gave-to-me/http://massively.joystiq.com/2011/12/22/on-the-tenth-day-of-giveaways-perfect-world-gave-to-me/http://massively.joystiq.com/2011/12/22/on-the-tenth-day-of-giveaways-perfect-world-gave-to-me/#commentsFiled under: , , , , , , ,

                                                                        No seriously, that is a HUGE rabbit.
                                                                        [UPDATE: All winners have been selected and contacted. Thanks to everyone who entered!]

                                                                        On the tenth day of giveaways, Perfect World gave to me... ten grab bag items!
                                                                        On the ninth day of giveaways, GamersFirst gave to me... nine SWG mementos!
                                                                        On the eighth day of giveaways, Enjin gave to me... eight guild-wide gifts!
                                                                        On the seventh day of giveaways, NCsoft gave to me... seven years of memories!
                                                                        On the sixth day of giveaways, GamersFirst gave to me... six retail packs!
                                                                        On the fifth day of giveaways, Trion gave to me... five subscription codes!
                                                                        On the fourth day of giveaways, Nexon gave to me... four pet items!
                                                                        On the third day of giveaways, Wargaming.net gave to me... three premium years!
                                                                        On the second day of giveaways, BioWare gave to me... two warring factions!
                                                                        On the first day of giveaways, Turbine gave to me... a lifetime VIP                                                                        !

                                                                        Day 10 of Massively's 12 Days of Giveaways is all about Perfect World Entertainment. The developers pulled out all the stops, giving us a total of 10 different items from Star Trek Online, Champions Online, Rusty Hearts, and Perfect World International. Two winners will receive 1,000 Cryptic Points for Star Trek Online, and two more will receive 10 days of gold membership status in Champions Online. Three Rusty Hearts fans will walk away with a gift package containing items for triple XP as well as instant weapon and armor enchants. Finally, if you are a fan of Perfect World International, we've got three codes for a very rare Giant Bunny pet.

                                                                        Ready to enter? Check the contest rules below for eligibility, hit the comment button, and tell us which prize you'd like and why you should win. Enter by the deadline of tomorrow, December 23rd, at 6:00 p.m. EST, and good luck!

                                                                        CONTEST FAQ OFFICIAL RULES

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                                                                          ]]>                                                                          12-days-of-giveaways-2011champions-onlinecontestcontestsf2pfree-to-playgiveawaygiveawaysperfect-world-entertainmentperfect-world-internationalpwepwirusty-heartsstar-trek-onlinestoThu, 22 Dec 2011 18:00:00 EST