Massively http://massively.joystiq.com Massively http://www.blogsmithmedia.com/http://massively.joystiq.com/media/feedlogo.gif Massively http://massively.joystiq.com en-us Copyright 2015 AOL, Inc. The contents of this feed are available for non-commercial use only. Blogsmith http://www.blogsmith.com/<![CDATA[Gamescom 2014: WildStar abandons monthly update pace]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2014/08/21/gamescom-2014-wildstar-abandons-monthly-update-pace/http://massively.joystiq.com/2014/08/21/gamescom-2014-wildstar-abandons-monthly-update-pace/http://massively.joystiq.com/2014/08/21/gamescom-2014-wildstar-abandons-monthly-update-pace/#commentsFiled under: , , , , ,

wildstar
Yet another MMO has fallen into the trap of promising monthly updates after launch only to realize that it's not as feasible as once thought. A mere two content updates into the live game, WildStar announced that it will be abandoning its monthly pace in favor of major drops every few months.

At Gamescom, Senior Game Designer Megan Starks fessed up to the change of release cadence: "Originally our idea was to have a really aggressive post-launch schedule, just constantly provide stuff for our players so that there's always things for you to do. Now that we've put out two of our updates, our schedule is still planned out. [...] We decided to work on [the upcoming patch Defile] until it's a really good quality state. We do know that we want it to come out in the next few months. Instead of saying that we have this hard deadline, that it's going out no matter what, we're going to take the time to make sure that the quality is there."

When asked if this is going to be the case for updates in the future, Starks said, "Yes."

MassivelyGamescom 2014: WildStar abandons monthly update pace originally appeared on Massively on Thu, 21 Aug 2014 18:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>cadencecarbinecarbine-studioscologneconconventiondefilegamescomgamescom-2014germanymegan-starksncsoftpacepatchsandparksci-fantasysci-fiwildstarwsThu, 21 Aug 2014 18:15:00 EST<![CDATA[Star Citizen's next stretch goal is a player dispute staff position at CIG]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2014/08/20/star-citizens-next-stretch-goal-is-a-staffed-player-dispute-pos/http://massively.joystiq.com/2014/08/20/star-citizens-next-stretch-goal-is-a-staffed-player-dispute-pos/http://massively.joystiq.com/2014/08/20/star-citizens-next-stretch-goal-is-a-staffed-player-dispute-pos/#commentsFiled under: , , , , , , , , ,

If you missed Star Citizen at Gamescom this year, Chris Roberts' latest Letter from the Chairman is worth parsing both for its written content and for the one-hour video embed that hits the highlights.

Roberts explains how Cloud Imperium's Gamescom goal was to demonstrate how SC will grow beyond dogfighting. The big focus over the weekend was co-op crewed ship play, centered around the Constellation, which Roberts says is something he's wanted to achieve since his Wing Commander days. He also thanks backers for pushing the game past the $50 and $51 million stretch goals before outlining the next two goals.

The $53 million milestone is the most interesting, as it seeks to establish a staffed position at CIG for dealing with in-game player disputes "without leaving our world." Click through the links below to read more, and don't forget about the Gamescom embed after the cut.

[Thanks Cardboard!]

Continue reading Star Citizen's next stretch goal is a player dispute staff position at CIG

MassivelyStar Citizen's next stretch goal is a player dispute staff position at CIG originally appeared on Massively on Wed, 20 Aug 2014 10:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>chris-robertscloud-imperiumcloud-imperium-gamesco-op-ship-crewconstellationcrowdfundinggamescominternet-spaceshipskickstartersandboxsci-fispaceshipstar-citizenstar-citizen-gamescomvideoWed, 20 Aug 2014 10:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Not So Massively: Path of Exiles' Master of the Hunt, Destiny's expansion, and BioWare's Shadow Realms]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2014/08/18/not-so-massively-path-of-exiles-master-of-the-hunt-destinys/http://massively.joystiq.com/2014/08/18/not-so-massively-path-of-exiles-master-of-the-hunt-destinys/http://massively.joystiq.com/2014/08/18/not-so-massively-path-of-exiles-master-of-the-hunt-destinys/#commentsFiled under: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,

POE
Welcome back to No So Massively, where every Monday we round up the highlights from the past week in the world of MOBAs, roguelikes, MMOTCGs, and other games that aren't quite MMOs.

Continue reading Not So Massively: Path of Exiles' Master of the Hunt, Destiny's expansion, and BioWare's Shadow Realms

MassivelyNot So Massively: Path of Exiles' Master of the Hunt, Destiny's expansion, and BioWare's Shadow Realms originally appeared on Massively on Mon, 18 Aug 2014 20:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>brianna-royce-nsmcompetitive-gamingd3dayzdestinydiablo-3diablo-iiidotae-sporte-sportseliteelite-dangerousesportesportsf2pfeaturedfree-to-playgamescomheroes-of-the-stormhotsleague-of-legendslineagelineage-eternallolmobanewsnot-so-massivelynsmopinionpath-of-exilepoepvpriot-gamesround-uproundupshadow-realmsshroud-of-the-avatarskarasmitesotathe-crewvideovideoswar-thunderwarframeMon, 18 Aug 2014 20:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Gamescom 2014: Skyforge's crew narrates a 30-minute tour]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2014/08/18/gamescom-2014-skyforges-crew-narrates-a-30-minute-tour/http://massively.joystiq.com/2014/08/18/gamescom-2014-skyforges-crew-narrates-a-30-minute-tour/http://massively.joystiq.com/2014/08/18/gamescom-2014-skyforges-crew-narrates-a-30-minute-tour/#commentsFiled under: , , , , , ,

skyforge
Skyforge is a title that has caught my attention for several reasons, including its pretty graphics, its science-fiction bent, and its flexible class build system. Past that I'm a little ignorant, which is why I appreciated the following video from Gamescom.

After Skyforge's trailer, the team delivers a crash course on the game's lore, features, and combat. One of the interesting aspects is how the game can zoom out to show you the entire world so that you can easily see where quests for your character are waiting.

If Skyforge is on your radar, do yourself a favor and give the Gamescom panel a watch when you have a moment!

Continue reading Gamescom 2014: Skyforge's crew narrates a 30-minute tour

MassivelyGamescom 2014: Skyforge's crew narrates a 30-minute tour originally appeared on Massively on Mon, 18 Aug 2014 11:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>allods-teambetabeta-testbeta-testingcologneconconventionf2pfree-to-playgamescomgamescom-2014germanymy.comobsidianobsidian-entertainmentsci-fantasysci-fiskyforgetestingtrailertrailersvideovideosMon, 18 Aug 2014 11:00:00 EST<![CDATA[The Daily Grind: What was your favorite Gamescom reveal?]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2014/08/18/the-daily-grind-what-was-your-favorite-gamescom-reveal/http://massively.joystiq.com/2014/08/18/the-daily-grind-what-was-your-favorite-gamescom-reveal/http://massively.joystiq.com/2014/08/18/the-daily-grind-what-was-your-favorite-gamescom-reveal/#commentsFiled under: , , , , , ,

Gamescom 2014 came and went, but not before a handful of interesting MMO-related news blurbs made their way from Cologne, Germany to your monitor. My personal favorite was Star Citizen's quartet of new videos, not to mention a fifth that showed off a multiplayer-crewed Constellation fighting for its life.

What about you, Massively readers? What was your favorite Gamescom reveal? Or did nothing much catch your eye this year?

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 was your favorite Gamescom reveal? originally appeared on Massively on Mon, 18 Aug 2014 08:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>chris-robertscloud-imperiumcloud-imperium-gamescologneconconventioncrowdfundingdaily-grindgamescomgamescom-2014germanyinternet-spaceshipskickstarteropinionsandboxsci-fispaceshipstar-citizentdgthe-daily-grindMon, 18 Aug 2014 08:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Gamescom 2014: Blizzard says World of Warcraft 2 is 'something we have talked about']]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2014/08/17/gamescom-2014-bllizzard-says-world-of-warcraft-2-is-something/http://massively.joystiq.com/2014/08/17/gamescom-2014-bllizzard-says-world-of-warcraft-2-is-something/http://massively.joystiq.com/2014/08/17/gamescom-2014-bllizzard-says-world-of-warcraft-2-is-something/#commentsFiled under: , , ,

wow
World of Warcraft fans are not the only ones who have speculated about a sequel to the hit MMO. Blizzard Game Director Tom Chilton gave a surprisingly non-evasive answer at this year's Gamescom about whether the company was thinking about creating World of Warcraft 2.

"It's something we have talked about," Chilton said. "It's something we have talked about for 10 years. I think that there are a lot of challenges there in seeing how World of Warcraft 2 relates to World of Warcraft, do they live alongside each other, does one feed into the other, what is that product, etc. These are challenges that have to be figured out before that becomes a reality."

MassivelyGamescom 2014: Blizzard says World of Warcraft 2 is 'something we have talked about' originally appeared on Massively on Sun, 17 Aug 2014 12:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>activisionblizzardblizzard-entertainmentcologneconconventionfantasygamescomgamescom-2014germanytom-chiltonwarcraftworld-of-warcraftworld-of-warcraft-2world-of-warcraft-iiwowwow-2wow-iiSun, 17 Aug 2014 12:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Gamescom 2014: Star Citizen gets racing, FPS, hangar, and Connie teasers]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2014/08/15/gamescom-2014-star-citizen-gets-racing-fps-hangar-and-connie/http://massively.joystiq.com/2014/08/15/gamescom-2014-star-citizen-gets-racing-fps-hangar-and-connie/http://massively.joystiq.com/2014/08/15/gamescom-2014-star-citizen-gets-racing-fps-hangar-and-connie/#commentsFiled under: , , , , , , , , , , , ,

Star Citizen fans, we hope you're sitting down, because Cloud Imperium released not one, not two, not three, but four separate trailers during its Gamescom livestream. Let's see, there's one about racing, one about the upcoming hangar update, a commercial for the Constellation, and oh yeah, how about some FPS combat footage?

Feast your eyes after the cut!

[Thanks Cardboard!]

Continue reading Gamescom 2014: Star Citizen gets racing, FPS, hangar, and Connie teasers

MassivelyGamescom 2014: Star Citizen gets racing, FPS, hangar, and Connie teasers originally appeared on Massively on Fri, 15 Aug 2014 19:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>chris-robertscloud-imperiumcloud-imperium-gamescologneconconventioncrowdfundinggamescomgamescom-2014germanyinternet-spaceshipskickstartersandboxsci-fispaceshipstar-citizenvideoFri, 15 Aug 2014 19:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Gamescom 2014: WildStar reveals new dungeons and raid tweaks]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2014/08/15/gamescom-2014-wildstar-reveals-new-dungeons-and-raid-tweaks/http://massively.joystiq.com/2014/08/15/gamescom-2014-wildstar-reveals-new-dungeons-and-raid-tweaks/http://massively.joystiq.com/2014/08/15/gamescom-2014-wildstar-reveals-new-dungeons-and-raid-tweaks/#commentsFiled under: , , , , , , ,

Refreshing?
WildStar is on the ground at Gamescom 2014, and it's got something new for players to explore. Specifically, it's got the game's newest dungeons. The Protostar Academy and the Ultimate Protogames are intended for level 10 and level 50, respectively; the former is meant to help introduce players to mechanics found throughout group content, whilst the latter will provide a new top-level experience with heretofore unseen mechanics and content. And, of course, plenty of bosses that tested very well in marketing, because this is Protostar we're talking about. You can see the dungeon in action on this archived Twitch stream, starting at 4:45:00.

But what about players looking into getting into the raiding scene? Will this help bridge the gap? According to the latest dispatch from the developers via the Nexus Report, while there are no content nerfs incoming, attunement processes are being eased. Silver medal requirements are being lowered to bronze, rune slots are being added as definite additions to both crafted and dungeon gear, and attunement item requirements are being tuned down as well to make life just a little bit easier.

[Thanks to Syphaed for the tip!]

MassivelyGamescom 2014: WildStar reveals new dungeons and raid tweaks originally appeared on Massively on Fri, 15 Aug 2014 11:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>attunementattunement-chainscarbinecarbine-studioscologneconcontentconventiondungeondungeonsendgameendgame-contentgame-contentgamescomgamescom-2014germanyncsoftnewsnews-itemsraidraidssandparksci-fantasysci-fiwildstarwsFri, 15 Aug 2014 11:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Gamescom 2014: SWTOR boasts over a million monthly players]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2014/08/13/gamescom-2014-swtor-galactic-strongholds-starts-august-19th/http://massively.joystiq.com/2014/08/13/gamescom-2014-swtor-galactic-strongholds-starts-august-19th/http://massively.joystiq.com/2014/08/13/gamescom-2014-swtor-galactic-strongholds-starts-august-19th/#commentsFiled under: , , , , ,

swtor
"Every month, more than a million players are logging in, playing with their friends, and embarking on their own personal Star Wars Saga," EA claimed today at its Gamescom press event.

If you're one of those million players, then you'll also want to know that Galactic Strongholds will release next Tuesday, August 19th, for subscribers. We've got the new trailer from Gamescom that quickly demonstrates the expansion's selling points, including its player housing system, guild flagships, and plantary conquest. What are you waiting for? You can bask in its glory after the jump!

[With thanks to Hagu.]

Continue reading Gamescom 2014: SWTOR boasts over a million monthly players

MassivelyGamescom 2014: SWTOR boasts over a million monthly players originally appeared on Massively on Wed, 13 Aug 2014 17:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>biowarecologneconconventioneaelectronic-artsf2pfree-to-playgalactic-strongholdsgamescomgamescom-2014germanyguild-flagshipslucasartsplayer-housingsci-fistar-warsstar-wars-the-old-republicswtorthe-old-republictortrailervideoWed, 13 Aug 2014 17:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Gamescom 2014: Guild Wars 2 preps $150k prize pool tourney, feature pack]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2014/08/13/gamescom-2014-guild-wars-2-preps-150k-prize-pool-tourney-feat/http://massively.joystiq.com/2014/08/13/gamescom-2014-guild-wars-2-preps-150k-prize-pool-tourney-feat/http://massively.joystiq.com/2014/08/13/gamescom-2014-guild-wars-2-preps-150k-prize-pool-tourney-feat/#commentsFiled under: , , , , , , ,

GW2
If you were wondering what ArenaNet has planned for the fall break in Guild Wars 2's living world story content, wonder no more: The studio has just announced the September feature pack, which brings both PvE and PvP upgrades to the game. "Living World Season 2 will be going on break for a while as we count down to the arrival of the [feature pack]," says lead developer Colin Johanson. "You can look forward to the return of Season 2 in autumn, and we'll announce the start date for episode 5 after the feature pack has been released."

ArenaNet's attention at Gamescom, however, has been focused on competitive play. In keeping with its e-sports goals, the studio unveiled the World Tournament Series, a Guild Wars 2 competitive championship co-sponsored by Chinese publisher KongZhong. With its $150,000 prize pool, the series will draw qualifying players from the upcoming Tournament of Glory and debut in Beijing this fall.

[Source: ArenaNet press release]

MassivelyGamescom 2014: Guild Wars 2 preps $150k prize pool tourney, feature pack originally appeared on Massively on Wed, 13 Aug 2014 02:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>anetarenanetbuy-to-playcologneconconventione-sportsfantasyfeature-packgamescomgamescom-2014germanyguild-wars-2gw2KongZhongncsoftpvpseptember-2014-feature-packworld-tournament-seriesWed, 13 Aug 2014 02:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Gamescom 2014: SMITE heading for the Xbox One]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2014/08/12/gamescom-2014-smite-heading-for-the-xbox-one/http://massively.joystiq.com/2014/08/12/gamescom-2014-smite-heading-for-the-xbox-one/http://massively.joystiq.com/2014/08/12/gamescom-2014-smite-heading-for-the-xbox-one/#commentsFiled under: , , , , ,

Allowing you to play a scowling dude with a beard, except he's fat instead of muscular. Groundbreaking.
Has your purchase of a next-gen console been reliant on finding out which one of them will get a MOBA on it? Your wait is now over. SMITE is set to launch on the Xbox One via the platform's ID@Xbox program at some point in 2015, as announced today during the Xbox Gamescom event. No specific dates have yet been announced for the port.

COO Todd Harris stated that the game's third-person viewpoint makes it a natural fit to control with a console gamepad rather than a mouse and keyboard, leading to an easy conversion. Details of how the program will work with online connectivity and the possibility of requiring an Xbox Live subscription have not yet been revealed (unsurprisingly, since the program was only just announced). Keep your eyes peeled for more information through the tail end of the year, since the launch won't be happening until 2015.

[Thanks to Sorenthaz for the tip!]

MassivelyGamescom 2014: SMITE heading for the Xbox One originally appeared on Massively on Tue, 12 Aug 2014 18:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>consoleconsole-portconsolesf2pfree-to-playgamescomgamescom-2014hi-rezhi-rez-studiosmobamultiplayer-online-battle-arenanewsnews-itemsSmitexbonexboxxbox-oneTue, 12 Aug 2014 18:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Gamescom 2014: Destiny's first expansion, The Dark Below, arrives in December]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2014/08/12/see-destinys-competitive-multiplayer-in-action/http://massively.joystiq.com/2014/08/12/see-destinys-competitive-multiplayer-in-action/http://massively.joystiq.com/2014/08/12/see-destinys-competitive-multiplayer-in-action/#commentsFiled under: , , , , , ,

destiny
Bungie Director of Production Jonty Barnes just announced at Gamescom that Destiny's first expansion, The Dark Below, will arrive in December, just a few months after the game officially launches.

Bungie also released a new competitive multiplayer trailer. Aliens are threatening our way of life and our very existence, but that doesn't mean that we can't take a break from combating this common threat and squabble amongst ourselves, right? Destiny will allow just that with its competitive multiplayer mode, also known as "PvP" if you're new to MMOs.

This game mode will take place in the Crucible, a skirmish arena full of good hidey-holes and a ton of objectives for teams to accomplish. There will be special gear that can be attained by duking it out, so at least you have that justification when your commanding officer asks why you're not out there fighting the invaders.

The video is below.

Continue reading Gamescom 2014: Destiny's first expansion, The Dark Below, arrives in December

MassivelyGamescom 2014: Destiny's first expansion, The Dark Below, arrives in December originally appeared on Massively on Tue, 12 Aug 2014 15:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>betabeta-testbeta-testingbungiecolognecompetitive-multiplayerconconsoleconventioncrucibledestinyexpansiongamescomgamescom-2014germanypvpsci-fishootertestingthe-cruciblethe-dark-belowtrailertrailersvideovideosTue, 12 Aug 2014 15:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Gamescom 2014: Obsidian and My.com release Armored Warfare trailer]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2014/08/12/gamescom-2014-obsidian-and-my-com-release-armored-warfare-trail/http://massively.joystiq.com/2014/08/12/gamescom-2014-obsidian-and-my-com-release-armored-warfare-trail/http://massively.joystiq.com/2014/08/12/gamescom-2014-obsidian-and-my-com-release-armored-warfare-trail/#commentsFiled under: , , , , , , ,

Obsidian and My.com have released a new trailer for Armored Warfare at this week's Gamescom convention in Cologne, Germany. The clip runs for just over a minute and it features plenty of heavy metal war machines doing what they do best in urban environments. See for yourself after the break.

Continue reading Gamescom 2014: Obsidian and My.com release Armored Warfare trailer

MassivelyGamescom 2014: Obsidian and My.com release Armored Warfare trailer originally appeared on Massively on Tue, 12 Aug 2014 13:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>armored-warfare-trailercologneconconventiongamescomgamescom-2014germanymy.comobsidianObsidian-Entertainmenttankstrailerurban-warfarevideoTue, 12 Aug 2014 13:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Gamescom 2014: Guild Wars 2 outlines convention plans]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2014/08/11/guild-wars-2-outlines-gamescom-2014-plans/http://massively.joystiq.com/2014/08/11/guild-wars-2-outlines-gamescom-2014-plans/http://massively.joystiq.com/2014/08/11/guild-wars-2-outlines-gamescom-2014-plans/#commentsFiled under: , , , ,

It's soft and furry. Very much unlike Gamescom in every way.
Are you ready for a week of gaming news from Germany? Of course you are. Were you worried that Guild Wars 2 might not be part of the festivities? Of course it is. Yes, ArenaNet has gone to Gamescom 2014, complete with chances for fans to win plushies, shirts, and Collector's Editions of the game.

The Gamescom events will also include the All-Stars Tournament event. If you're not attending the convention in person, you can still watch the matches on Twitch and follow the developers on Twitter to get in on the giveaway action, assuming you're not too busy with the latest part of Living Story content to notice.

MassivelyGamescom 2014: Guild Wars 2 outlines convention plans originally appeared on Massively on Mon, 11 Aug 2014 18:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>anetarenanetbuy-to-playcologneconconventionfantasygamescomgamescom-2014germanyguild-wars-2gw2ncsoftnewsnews-itemnews-itemsreal-world-eventMon, 11 Aug 2014 18:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Gamescom 2014: World of Speed's team racing trailer]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2014/08/11/heres-world-of-speeds-gamescom-team-racing-trailer/http://massively.joystiq.com/2014/08/11/heres-world-of-speeds-gamescom-team-racing-trailer/http://massively.joystiq.com/2014/08/11/heres-world-of-speeds-gamescom-team-racing-trailer/#commentsFiled under: , , , , , , , ,

Slightly Mad Studios and My.com have released a new World of Speed trailer ahead of this week's Gamescom convention in Cologne, Germany. The brief video focuses on team racing and demonstrates how you can assist your mates even if you're not running up front. Side objectives like sliding, slipstreaming, and pathfinding are in the mix, though the clip doesn't explain how they work.

It's worth watching if you like gearhead eye candy, though, so click past the cut and have a look.

Continue reading Gamescom 2014: World of Speed's team racing trailer

MassivelyGamescom 2014: World of Speed's team racing trailer originally appeared on Massively on Mon, 11 Aug 2014 13:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>cologneconconventiondrivinggamescomgamescom-2014germanymy.comracingracing-mmoSlightly-Mad-Studiosteam-racingtrailervideoworld-of-speedworld-of-speed-team-racingworld-of-speed-trailerworld-of-speed-videoMon, 11 Aug 2014 13:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Combatless MMO Wander releases Gamescom trailer]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2014/07/30/combatless-mmo-wander-releases-gamescom-trailer/http://massively.joystiq.com/2014/07/30/combatless-mmo-wander-releases-gamescom-trailer/http://massively.joystiq.com/2014/07/30/combatless-mmo-wander-releases-gamescom-trailer/#commentsFiled under: , , , , , , ,

Wander
We last looked at Wander in detail at PAX Prime 2013, but the indie "collaborative exploration" MMO has been hard at work on its cross-platform, VR-friendly, combat-free experience since then. Today, the game's creator, Loki Davison, has released a brief trailer ahead of Gamescom, where Wander will be one of a very few MMOs featured at the Indie MEGABOOTH.

Enjoy the video below.

Continue reading Combatless MMO Wander releases Gamescom trailer

MassivelyCombatless MMO Wander releases Gamescom trailer originally appeared on Massively on Wed, 30 Jul 2014 21:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>explorationgamescomLoki-Davisonnon-combatoculus-riftOculusRiftPCplaystation-4ps4trailertrailersvideovideosVirtual-RealityvrWanderWander-GameWander-MMOWed, 30 Jul 2014 21:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Skyforge to premiere at Gamescom]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2014/07/24/skyforge-to-premiere-at-gamescom/http://massively.joystiq.com/2014/07/24/skyforge-to-premiere-at-gamescom/http://massively.joystiq.com/2014/07/24/skyforge-to-premiere-at-gamescom/#commentsFiled under: , , , , ,

SkyForge
Skyforge, the upcoming MMO from Obsidian Entertainment and the team that brought you Allods Online, will be making its debut at this year's Gamescom in Cologne, Germany.

Along with World of Speed and Armored Warfare, Skyforge will be presented by My.com at its booth in the business hall and as a playable demo for press. This will be the first reveal of two of Skyforge's classes and brand new locations. Interested players can also sign up for the closed beta for all three games at the official websites linked below.

[Source: My.com press release]

MassivelySkyforge to premiere at Gamescom originally appeared on Massively on Thu, 24 Jul 2014 09:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>allods-teamarmored-warfaref2pfree-to-playgamescomgamescom-2014my.comobsidianobsidian-entertainmentsci-fantasysci-fiskyforgeworld-of-speedThu, 24 Jul 2014 09:00:00 EST<![CDATA[World of Warships on board for Gamescom 2014]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2014/07/22/world-of-warships-on-board-for-gamescom-2014/http://massively.joystiq.com/2014/07/22/world-of-warships-on-board-for-gamescom-2014/http://massively.joystiq.com/2014/07/22/world-of-warships-on-board-for-gamescom-2014/#commentsFiled under: , , , , ,

World of Warships
Fans of Wargaming's selection of multiplayer military games will be happy to hear that the naval battle MMO World of Warships will be available to play during Gamescom 2014 next month. This will be the game's first public debut as a playable demo for anyone in attendance.

Gamescom will be held from August 13 - 17 in Cologne, Germany, and Wargaming aims to go big again this year with game presentations, talk shows, on-stage giveaways, and more on its 720-square-meter stage in Hall 8.

[Source: Wargaming press release]

MassivelyWorld of Warships on board for Gamescom 2014 originally appeared on Massively on Tue, 22 Jul 2014 14:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>colognedemof2pfree-to-playgamescomgamescom-2014germanyhands-onhistoricalpvpwarwargaming.netwarshipsworld-of-battleshipsworld-of-warshipswowsTue, 22 Jul 2014 14:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Perfect Ten: Why the second half of 2014 will be awesome for MMOs]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2014/07/19/perfect-ten-why-the-second-half-of-2014-will-be-awesome-for-mmo/http://massively.joystiq.com/2014/07/19/perfect-ten-why-the-second-half-of-2014-will-be-awesome-for-mmo/http://massively.joystiq.com/2014/07/19/perfect-ten-why-the-second-half-of-2014-will-be-awesome-for-mmo/#commentsFiled under: , , , , , , , , , , , ,

In the midst of mid-summer doldrums, it's easy to fall into a mild depression thinking that everything cool that was going to happen this year already has -- especially in gaming. The spring launch blitz is now officially over, with two highly anticipated MMOs launched, and now some people might be wondering if the rest of 2014 will be all downhill.

Spoiler: It will not be.

We started talking the other day in the Massively office about just how much there's coming for the latter half of this year and why we're excited to see what the fall and winter months bring. There's so much to look forward to, in fact, that it was incredibly difficult to narrow it down to a mere 10 entries. But that's my job, and that's what I did. Here's why the second half of 2014 will be awesome.

Continue reading Perfect Ten: Why the second half of 2014 will be awesome for MMOs

MassivelyPerfect Ten: Why the second half of 2014 will be awesome for MMOs originally appeared on Massively on Sat, 19 Jul 2014 12:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>archeageBlizzConblizzcon-2014bungiedestinyelder-scrolls-onlineeliteelite-dangerousesoeveeve-onlineeverquesteverquest-iigalactic-strongholdsGamescomgamescom-2014halolandmarklistnightmare-tideoculus-riftopinionPAX-Primepax-prime-2014perfect-tenriftskyrimSOE-Livesoe-live-2014star-citizenstar-wars-the-old-republicswtorTears-of-Veeshantop-ten-listvirtual-realityvrwarlords-of-draenorworld-of-warcraftwowSat, 19 Jul 2014 12:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Vote for your Guild Wars 2 International All-Stars tourney reps]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2014/07/10/vote-for-your-guild-wars-2-international-all-stars-tourney-reps/http://massively.joystiq.com/2014/07/10/vote-for-your-guild-wars-2-international-all-stars-tourney-reps/http://massively.joystiq.com/2014/07/10/vote-for-your-guild-wars-2-international-all-stars-tourney-reps/#commentsFiled under: , , , , ,

ArenaNet and Twitch are joining forces to bring you the "first-ever truly global" Guild Wars 2 competition. It's going down at Gamescom 2014 and it's called the Guild Wars 2 International All-Stars Tournament since it matches players from North America, Europe, and China.

Fans can choose their regional representatives via a voting drive that starts today, and the winners will receive all-expenses paid trips to Germany to compete.

MassivelyVote for your Guild Wars 2 International All-Stars tourney reps originally appeared on Massively on Thu, 10 Jul 2014 14:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>arenanetb2pbuy-to-playfantasygamescomgamescom-2014guild-wars-2guild-wars-2-pvpgw2ncsoftpvpThu, 10 Jul 2014 14:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Guild Wars 2 to host its first player tourney at Gamescom]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2014/06/23/guild-wars-2-to-host-first-its-player-tourney-at-gamescom/http://massively.joystiq.com/2014/06/23/guild-wars-2-to-host-first-its-player-tourney-at-gamescom/http://massively.joystiq.com/2014/06/23/guild-wars-2-to-host-first-its-player-tourney-at-gamescom/#commentsFiled under: , , , ,

Top Guild Wars 2 players will have the opportunity to duke it out in the game's first International All-Stars Tournament during Gamescom 2014, which runs from August 13th through the 17th. ArenaNet will fly players from Europe, China, and North America to the convention in order to compete against one another.

Even if you aren't participating in the tourney itself, you'll be able to visit the Twitch.TV booth to play some GW2, chat with the developers, and partake in other activities. Want to get in on the tournament or any of the other community events during Gamescom? Keep an eye out: We'll bring you more information as soon as the details are released.

MassivelyGuild Wars 2 to host its first player tourney at Gamescom originally appeared on Massively on Mon, 23 Jun 2014 15:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>anetarenanetbuy-to-playconventionfantasygamescomgamescom-2014gamescom2014guild-wars-2gw2ncsofttournamenttourneytwitch-tvMon, 23 Jun 2014 15:00:00 EST<![CDATA[E3 2014: The Elder Scrolls Online offers small-scale PvP at cons]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2014/06/12/e3-2014-the-elder-scrolls-online-offers-small-scale-pvp-at-cons/http://massively.joystiq.com/2014/06/12/e3-2014-the-elder-scrolls-online-offers-small-scale-pvp-at-cons/http://massively.joystiq.com/2014/06/12/e3-2014-the-elder-scrolls-online-offers-small-scale-pvp-at-cons/#commentsFiled under: , , , ,

If you are one of the fans who has been begging for a smaller-scale PvP experience in The Elder Scrolls Online, E3 2014 offers a glimmer of hope. Instead of dishing out a large production, ESO offered attendees a a unique 3v3 experience that was made specially for the convention. The map itself, which utilizes art assets from Cyrodiil and is about the size of one fort (like Glademist), took the devs only about two weeks to put together. There are no kill counts or rankings, and players battle for control of a single flag in King of the Mountain-style gameplay.

The drop-in-and-play scenario has apparently been well-received; game representatives on the floor reported that players really like the size and the fast pace of it, which is perfect for short allotments of time. If you want to try out this small-scale PvP yourself, it will be be available again at both Gamescom and QuakeCon later this summer. And if you want to see a version make it into the game itself, be sure to let the devs know on the official forums!

Massively's on the ground in Los Angeles during the week of June 10-12, bringing you all the best news from E3 2014. We're covering everything from WildStar and Landmark to Skyforge and H1Z1, so stay tuned!

MassivelyE3 2014: The Elder Scrolls Online offers small-scale PvP at cons originally appeared on Massively on Thu, 12 Jun 2014 20:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>bethesdabethesda-softworksbethsoftconconventionconvention-coveragedaggerfalle3e3-2014elder-scrollselder-scrolls-onlineelectronic-entertainment-expoesoevent-coverageexpofactionsgamescommassively-event-coveragemorrowindoblivionpvpquakeconrvrskill-basedskyrimsmall-scale-pvptamrieltestesothe-elder-scrollsthe-elder-scrolls-onlinethree-faction-pvpthree-way-pvpzenimaxzenimax-mediazenimax-onlinezenimax-online-studiosThu, 12 Jun 2014 20:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Not So Massively: Elite's space stations, LoL World Championship, and D3's Mystic revealed]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2013/09/09/not-so-massively-elites-space-stations-lol-world-championship/http://massively.joystiq.com/2013/09/09/not-so-massively-elites-space-stations-lol-world-championship/http://massively.joystiq.com/2013/09/09/not-so-massively-elites-space-stations-lol-world-championship/#commentsFiled under: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,

Game title image
Star Citizen came one step closer to hitting its total required funding this week as it passed the $18 million mark, unlocking an exclusive star system for all crowdfunding backers. Developers took the opportunity to announce the contents of the $20 million stretch goal and plans for further stretch goals after hitting its total funding goal. Elite: Dangerous showed off new space station concept art and a great-looking in-engine render of the Federal Battle Cruiser in its latest newsletter, then delved into details of its modular space station system.

The final teams have been selected for the League of Legends 2013 World Championship, which is set to begin next week on Sunday, the 15th September, and will continue for three weeks. The overall tournament winner will receive the top prize of $1,000,000 US, with a further $1,000,000 spread among the other teams based on how well they do in the tournament. Console-born MOBA Guardians of Middle-Earth enraged fans this week by bundling Raptr with the game download and giving away copies of DLC that some players had paid $70 for.

It was revealed this week that parts of Diablo III's upcoming Reaper of Souls expansion will be released in a free patch for all current players and that the expansion will feature the game's first fully randomised tileset. Further details of the Mystic artisan and her enchanting abilities have also been revealed. And Path of Exile fixed a series of abusable bugs in its skill cooldown system, and players finally discovered what the mysterious new Empower support gem does.

Continue reading Not So Massively: Elite's space stations, LoL World Championship, and D3's Mystic revealed

MassivelyNot So Massively: Elite's space stations, LoL World Championship, and D3's Mystic revealed originally appeared on Massively on Mon, 09 Sep 2013 20:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>2013action-mmoaction-rpgbattlenetblizzardblizzard-entertainmentbrabencash-prizeCloud-9cloud-imperiumcompetitive-gamingconsoled3david-brabendiablodiablo-2diablo-3diablo-iidiablo-iiidotae-sporte-sportseliteesportesportsf2pfantasyfeaturedFnaticfpsfree-to-playfrontierfrontier-developmentsGamania-BearsGambit-BenQgamescomGamingGearGamingGear.eugothic-fantasygrinding-geargrinding-gear-gamesguardians-of-middle-earthInternational WildcardInternationalWildcardlagleague-of-legendsLemondogslollootlord-of-the-ringslotrmiddle-earthmillion-dollarsmobamonolithmonolith-studiosmultiplayerMVP-OzoneNajin-Black-Swordnewsnot-so-massivelynsmOMGonline-multiplayerpath-of-exileplanetplanetsplaystation-networkpoeps3psnpvprandomrandomisedraptrraptr-rewardsreaper-of-soulsriotriot-gamesround-uproundupRoyal-Club-Huang-Zurpgsandboxsci-fiSK-Telecom-T1space-stationspace-stationsstar-citizenstationssteamTeam-MineskiTeam-SoloMidtournamentvideoVulcun-Techbargainswarner-broswestmarchworld-championshipsxboxxbox-360xbox-livexbox360zombie-studiosMon, 09 Sep 2013 20:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Dragon's Prophet EU crowns cosplay winner at Gamescom]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2013/09/06/dragons-prophet-eu-crowns-cosplay-winner-at-gamescom/http://massively.joystiq.com/2013/09/06/dragons-prophet-eu-crowns-cosplay-winner-at-gamescom/http://massively.joystiq.com/2013/09/06/dragons-prophet-eu-crowns-cosplay-winner-at-gamescom/#commentsFiled under: , , , , , , , , ,

Dragon's Prophet EU crowns cosplay winner at Gamescom
Back in June we reported that Infernum Productions was holding a costume contest for Dragon's Prophet EU and a special fashion show for the best at Gamescom called Dragon Cosplay Summit 2013. The game itself may still be in beta, but the players released some impressive skills to create a variety of DP themed costumes to take part in the show. In the end, only one was crowned the winner with the €2,500 worth of prizes and the ability to design a virtual costume to be added into the game -- Laura "Lightning" Jansen.

Check out how these players brought virtual characters to life in the gallery below, starting off with Jansen's winning costume. Then watch highlights of the fashion show in the video after the break. [Source: Infernum productions press release]

Continue reading Dragon's Prophet EU crowns cosplay winner at Gamescom

MassivelyDragon's Prophet EU crowns cosplay winner at Gamescom originally appeared on Massively on Fri, 06 Sep 2013 15:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>cologneconconventioncosplaycostume-contestdragonDragon-Cosplay-Summit-2013dragonsdragons-prophetDragons-Prophet-EUDragons-Prophet-Europegalleriesgallerygamescomgamescom-2013germanyhousinginfernuminfernum-productionsrunewakerrunewaker-entertainmentsoesonysony-online-entertainmentvideovideosFri, 06 Sep 2013 15:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Destiny celebrates its summer appearances]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2013/09/05/destiny-celebrates-its-summer-appearances/http://massively.joystiq.com/2013/09/05/destiny-celebrates-its-summer-appearances/http://massively.joystiq.com/2013/09/05/destiny-celebrates-its-summer-appearances/#commentsFiled under: , , , , , ,

Destiny celebrates its summer appearances
Like a well-dressed soldier ducking and weaving around enemy bullets, you can enjoy a few tantalizing seconds of Destiny if you dodge the back-patting that goes on in Bungie's summer celebration video. Destiny is hot off a string of trade show appearances, and the studio is using this opportunity to show a few glimpses of the crowds that came to see it, the awards that Destiny won, and several in-game shots of high-tech parkour.

So if you're the type of person who likes to torture yourself with glimpses of something you weren't able to see in person and won't be able to play for a while to come, we've got the full video after the break!

Continue reading Destiny celebrates its summer appearances

MassivelyDestiny celebrates its summer appearances originally appeared on Massively on Thu, 05 Sep 2013 14:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>best-in-showbetabungieconsoledestinye3gamescomsci-fishootervideoThu, 05 Sep 2013 14:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Bungie: Destiny is different 'every time you experience it']]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2013/09/04/bungie-destiny-is-different-every-time-you-experience-it/http://massively.joystiq.com/2013/09/04/bungie-destiny-is-different-every-time-you-experience-it/http://massively.joystiq.com/2013/09/04/bungie-destiny-is-different-every-time-you-experience-it/#commentsFiled under: , , , , , , ,

Destiny
Bungie's David "DeeJ" Dague sat down for an interview with the official PlayStation blog at Gamescom, discussing Destiny's world design, class mechanics, and replayability. According to Dague, Destiny takes place in a world of "mythic science-fiction" where fantasy, mysticism, and technology collide.

Destiny's plot revolves around humanity's quest to recover the artifacts of the Golden Age and find redemption in the post-apocalyptic wastelands that its brazen rush for advancement has created. Dague explained that Destiny is about making choices, with one of the most important being the class you decide to play. Whether it's the tanky Titan, the stealthy Hunter, or the magic-y Warlock, class selection will determine how you interact with the world, and groups with mixed classes will see greater success.

According to Dague, the dynamic world of Destiny and its reliance on inter-player reactions ensure that no two playthroughs are the same. Bungie is expecting the game to have a very long life cycle due to the idea that "the game is completely dynamic and will be different every time you experience it with other people."

Also mentioned was Destiny's focus on dynamic group events and the way in which players choose to deal with them.
If you're on your own, you may see a public event and decide that you want to jump in and participate in it, or you can bypass all of the actions over here and continue on your own path. You're going to see other players participating in their own portions of the game and you can decide to participate or just go your own way.

MassivelyBungie: Destiny is different 'every time you experience it' originally appeared on Massively on Wed, 04 Sep 2013 16:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>bungieclassesconsoleDavid-Daguedestinydynamic-eventsgamescomGamescom-2013interviewinterviewsMMOFPSreplaysci-fiscienceshooterWed, 04 Sep 2013 16:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Black Desert Gamescom video shows 22 minutes of gameplay]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2013/08/27/black-desert-gamescom-video-shows-22-minutes-of-gameplay/http://massively.joystiq.com/2013/08/27/black-desert-gamescom-video-shows-22-minutes-of-gameplay/http://massively.joystiq.com/2013/08/27/black-desert-gamescom-video-shows-22-minutes-of-gameplay/#commentsFiled under: , , , , , , , ,

Black Desert Gamescom video shows 22 minutes of gameplay
Gamescom 2013 may be over, but that doesn't mean great stuff isn't still trickling out from it. And today's stuff is a 22-minute video of Black Desert gameplay, complete with dev commentary. In this extended tour of the upcoming sandbox, Pearl Abyss shows off plenty of the action combat, active dodging, and wall climbing as well as the characters and the terrain. Besides that, viewers can see and hear about the weather system, the world map and exploration, worker NPCs who will harvest and deliver resources to you, and other features.

If you've got a good chunk of time, sit back and have yourself a lengthy look at Black Desert after the break.

[Thanks to Erik for the tip!]

Continue reading Black Desert Gamescom video shows 22 minutes of gameplay

MassivelyBlack Desert Gamescom video shows 22 minutes of gameplay originally appeared on Massively on Tue, 27 Aug 2013 11:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>black-desertcologneconconventionfantasygamescomgamescom-2013germanyhousingkoreakorean-mmopearl-abysssandboxvideosvieoTue, 27 Aug 2013 11:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Not So Massively: D3 Reaper of Souls, Star Citizen hits $16m, and Dead Island goes MOBA]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2013/08/26/not-so-massively-d3-reaper-of-souls-star-citizen-hits-16m-an/http://massively.joystiq.com/2013/08/26/not-so-massively-d3-reaper-of-souls-star-citizen-hits-16m-an/http://massively.joystiq.com/2013/08/26/not-so-massively-d3-reaper-of-souls-star-citizen-hits-16m-an/#commentsFiled under: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,

Game title image
Star Citizen celebrated hitting the $16 million US crowdfunding milestone this week, unlocking a virtual PvP arena game module. Developers revealed the system requirements for their upcoming hangar module release and promised that the $18 million goal will include a private solar system exclusively for pre-launch backers. Elite: Dangerous talked procedural galaxy generation in its latest fiction diary, confirming that around 75,000 real-world stars will be used and key locations like the Sol system will be manually created.

Details of Diablo III's Reaper of Souls expansion have come thick and fast this week following Gamescom 2013, with the announcement of the new Crusader class, a fifth story act, and a ton of other features aimed at improving the loot-gathering endgame. Path of Exile recently introduced a hidden unique item accessible through an unknown vendor recipe, and players have already figured out what's required to make it. And Red 5 Studios was also at Gamescom to announce details of the second stage of MMOFPS Firefall's open beta.

Bloodline Champions fans will be glad to hear not only that the game will be getting a little more attention in the near future but also that the developers have secured the contract to create a new MOBA named Dead Island: Epidemic. League of Legends put on its usual showing at Gamescom with the EU LCS Playoff and International Wildcard tournaments, and new champion Lucian has officially joined the game's growing roster of characters. Finally, SMITE celebrated a new partnership with Chinese publisher Tencent that will see the game released in China.

Continue reading Not So Massively: D3 Reaper of Souls, Star Citizen hits $16m, and Dead Island goes MOBA

MassivelyNot So Massively: D3 Reaper of Souls, Star Citizen hits $16m, and Dead Island goes MOBA originally appeared on Massively on Mon, 26 Aug 2013 20:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>action-mmoaction-rpgbattlenetblizzardblizzard-entertainmentbloodline-championsbrabenchampionchampion-spotlightchampion-spotlight-videochinachinesecloud-imperiumcolognecompetitive-gamingconconventiond3david-brabendead-islanddead-island-epidemicdiablodiablo-2diablo-3diablo-iidiablo-iiidotadropse-sporte-sportseliteesportesportsf2pfantasyfeaturedfree-to-playfrontierfrontier-developmentsfuncomgalaxygamescomgamescom-2013germanygodgoddess-swordgodsgothic-fantasygrinding-geargrinding-gear-gameshi-rez-studiosleague-of-legendslegendarylegendary-itemlollootlucianmobamultiplayernewsnot-so-massivelynsmonline-multiplayeropen-betaparagon-studiospath-of-exilepoeprocedural-generationproject-opublisherpublishingpvpreaper-of-soulsred-5-studiosriotriot-gamesround-uprounduprpgsandboxsci-fismitestar-citizenstunlockstunlock-studiostencentThe-Goddess-Scornedthird-personunique-itemunique-itemsvideozombiezombiesMon, 26 Aug 2013 20:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Gamescom 2013: Destiny, ESO take top honors]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2013/08/26/gamescom-2013-destiny-eso-take-top-honors/http://massively.joystiq.com/2013/08/26/gamescom-2013-destiny-eso-take-top-honors/http://massively.joystiq.com/2013/08/26/gamescom-2013-destiny-eso-take-top-honors/#commentsFiled under: , , , , , , , , , , , ,

Destiny Gamescom 2013
Over 340,000 attendees descended on Cologne to see what the biggest in the business had to offer at Gamescom 2013, with the upcoming battle between Microsoft and Sony's next-gen consoles taking center stage. So what came out on top?

According to this year's Gamescom Awards, pretty much the games you'd expect. Bungie's MMO-shooter hybrid Destiny took home the award for Best PlayStation game, along with Best Action Game, Best Online Multiplayer Game, and Best of Gamescom. Meanwhile, ZeniMax Online and Bethesda's The Elder Scrolls Online walked with Best Role-Playing Game and Best Social/Casual/Online Game. Gaijin Entertainment's War Thunder was named Best Simulation Game.

Other awards were meted out to non-MMO contenders; Titanfall, Forza 5, Mario Kart 8, FIFA 14, The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds, and Battlefield 4 all ended up with some sort of official recognition.

MassivelyGamescom 2013: Destiny, ESO take top honors originally appeared on Massively on Mon, 26 Aug 2013 14:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>awardsbethesdabethesda-softworksbethsoftbungiecologneconconsoleconventiondaggerfalldestinyelder-scrollselder-scrolls-onlineesofactionsflight-simgaijingaijin-entertainmentgamescomgamescom-2013gamescom-awardsgermanyMicrosoftmmofpsmorrowindoblivionplaneplanespvprvrsandboxsci-fishooterskyrimSonysturmoviktamrieltestesothe-elder-scrollsthe-elder-scrolls-onlinethree-faction-pvpthree-way-pvpwar-thunderwopworld-of-planeszenimaxzenimax-mediazenimax-onlinezenimax-online-studiosMon, 26 Aug 2013 14:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Stick and Rudder: Star Citizen's risky hangar module reveal]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2013/08/25/stick-and-rudder-star-citizens-risky-hangar-module-reveal/http://massively.joystiq.com/2013/08/25/stick-and-rudder-star-citizens-risky-hangar-module-reveal/http://massively.joystiq.com/2013/08/25/stick-and-rudder-star-citizens-risky-hangar-module-reveal/#commentsFiled under: , , , , , , , , , , , ,

Stick and Rudder
Man, I'm excited for next Thursday! Not because it's the day before Friday -- although that's pretty great, too -- but because we're going to get our hands on the first official release of Star Citizen. Chris Roberts called it the "baby Star Citizen" during last night's Gamescom love-in, which you should watch if you'd like to see the Cloud Imperium crew overwhelmed by the rock star treatment it received from the backers who journeyed to Cologne.

Anyway, the hangar module! The devs have been showing it off to fans and press, and if initial reactions are anything to go by, it's going to be a successful mini-launch.

It's still a risky move, though.

Continue reading Stick and Rudder: Star Citizen's risky hangar module reveal

MassivelyStick and Rudder: Star Citizen's risky hangar module reveal originally appeared on Massively on Sun, 25 Aug 2013 16:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>chris-robertscloud-imperiumcloud-imperium-gamescologneconconventioncrowdfundingfeaturedgamescomgamescom-2013germanyhangarhangar-moduleinternet-spaceshipskickstarterroberts-space-industriesrsisandboxsci-fishipspacespace-simspaceshipspacesimstar-citizenstar-citizen-hangarstick-and-ruddervideoSun, 25 Aug 2013 16:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Gamescom 2013: Dewback mounts spotted in SWTOR cantina tour files]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2013/08/23/gamescom-2013-dewback-mounts-spotted-in-swtor-cantina-tour-file/http://massively.joystiq.com/2013/08/23/gamescom-2013-dewback-mounts-spotted-in-swtor-cantina-tour-file/http://massively.joystiq.com/2013/08/23/gamescom-2013-dewback-mounts-spotted-in-swtor-cantina-tour-file/#commentsFiled under: , , , , , ,

Gamescom 2013 - Dewback mounts spotted in SWTOR cantina tour files
BioWare's latest Star Wars: The Old Republic cantina tour descended on Gamescom this week, bringing with it a glimpse at the sci-fi MMO's not-too-distant future. Fan website Dulfy.net obtained the files from the thumb drive handed out at the event, and has posted several images from the upcoming content additions.

Let's see, there's concept art for a dewback mount, screenshots from the planet Oricon, and an image of the F5-SC battle droid refer-a-friend award, among other goodies. Click through the links below to see for yourself.

[Thanks Austin!]

MassivelyGamescom 2013: Dewback mounts spotted in SWTOR cantina tour files originally appeared on Massively on Fri, 23 Aug 2013 21:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>biowarecologneconconventiondewbackeaelectronic-artsf2pfree-to-playgamescomgamescom-2013germanylucasartssci-fistar-warsstar-wars-the-old-republicswtorthe-old-republictorFri, 23 Aug 2013 21:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Gamescom 2013: DayZ standalone delayed, Hall not worried]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2013/08/23/gamescom-2013-dayz-standalone-delayed-hall-not-worried/http://massively.joystiq.com/2013/08/23/gamescom-2013-dayz-standalone-delayed-hall-not-worried/http://massively.joystiq.com/2013/08/23/gamescom-2013-dayz-standalone-delayed-hall-not-worried/#commentsFiled under: , , , , , ,

Gamescom 2013 - DayZ standalone delayed, Hall not worried
DayZ creator Dean Hall told Joystiq that the standalone version of his ultra-popular zombie sandbox mod no longer has a release window.

"The awkward thing is the only thing we're waiting on is the core network architecture," Hall said, speaking at this week's Gamescom. "That's the kind of thing only a few people can work on. It's very specialized. It's like, you can't throw more pilots at a plane. You put a thousand pilots in a plane, it's not going to fly any faster."

Hall said that art, animation, and design work is ongoing while the network architecture is being ironed out. He also touched on the high expectations for what started as an Arma 2 mod. "If most of the community who maybe thought DayZ was cool a year ago now they think it's lame, I think that's probably good for us," Hall explained. "We don't need to sell that many copies to break even. We want to be a hardcore game and I think if we make a good game people will come back."

MassivelyGamescom 2013: DayZ standalone delayed, Hall not worried originally appeared on Massively on Fri, 23 Aug 2013 19:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>cologneconconventiondayzdayz-delaydayz-delayeddean-hallgamescomgamescom-2013germanyFri, 23 Aug 2013 19:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Gamescom 2013: Black Desert devs eyeing next-gen consoles]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2013/08/23/gamescom-2013-black-desert-devs-eyeing-next-gen-consoles/http://massively.joystiq.com/2013/08/23/gamescom-2013-black-desert-devs-eyeing-next-gen-consoles/http://massively.joystiq.com/2013/08/23/gamescom-2013-black-desert-devs-eyeing-next-gen-consoles/#commentsFiled under: , , , , , , ,

Gamescom 2013 - Black Desert devs eyeing next-gen consoles
Korean MMO studio Pearl Abyss is talking to the press about its jaw-droppingly gorgeous Black Desert title at this week's Gamescom. According to DualShockers, part of the discourse included the possibility of porting the PC title to next-gen consoles.

The website reports that while speaking with Pearl Abyss COO Jaemin Youn and CFO Brian Oh, the duo "enthusiastically answered that, yes, not only [are they] considering porting to the game to both PS4 and X-Box One, but they actually already had meetings with Sony Computer Entertainment."

[Thanks Erik!]

MassivelyGamescom 2013: Black Desert devs eyeing next-gen consoles originally appeared on Massively on Fri, 23 Aug 2013 18:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>black-desertblack-desert-consolescologneconconsoleconsole-mmosconsolesconventionfantasygamescomgamescom-2013germanyhousingkoreakorean-mmopearl-abysssandboxFri, 23 Aug 2013 18:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Gamescom 2013: Watch Blizzard's Diablo III presentation]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2013/08/22/gamescom-2013-watch-blizzards-diablo-iii-presentation/http://massively.joystiq.com/2013/08/22/gamescom-2013-watch-blizzards-diablo-iii-presentation/http://massively.joystiq.com/2013/08/22/gamescom-2013-watch-blizzards-diablo-iii-presentation/#commentsFiled under: , , , , , ,

Gamescom 2013 - Watch Blizzard's Diablo III presentation
Looking for Diablo III news from this week's Gamescom convention in Cologne? WoW Insider's got it, including a video of Blizzard's presentation and a break-down of the free features the company is giving gamers in its upcoming pre-expansion patch.

And speaking of the Reaper of Souls expansion set, there are some fresh screenshots from the update on the Diablo III Facebook page. Head past the cut for the Gamescom video.

Continue reading Gamescom 2013: Watch Blizzard's Diablo III presentation

MassivelyGamescom 2013: Watch Blizzard's Diablo III presentation originally appeared on Massively on Thu, 22 Aug 2013 23:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>action-rpgbattlenetblizzardblizzard-entertainmentcash-shopcologneconconventiond3diablodiablo-2diablo-3diablo-iidiablo-iiifantasygamescomgamescom-2013germanygothic-fantasymultiplayeronline-multiplayerroguelikerpgThu, 22 Aug 2013 23:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Gamescom 2013: Roberts demos Star Citizen's hangar module]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2013/08/22/gamescom-2013-roberts-demos-star-citizens-hangar-module/http://massively.joystiq.com/2013/08/22/gamescom-2013-roberts-demos-star-citizens-hangar-module/http://massively.joystiq.com/2013/08/22/gamescom-2013-roberts-demos-star-citizens-hangar-module/#commentsFiled under: , , , , , , , , ,

Gamescom 2013 - Roberts shows Star Citizen's hangar demo
Star Citizen's hangar module will be available to backers a week from today, but if you can't stand the wait, have a look at some footage of Chris Roberts' Gamescom demo. The presentation runs for about 10 minutes, and it offers a preliminary glance at the game's ship interiors, avatars, and associated functionality.

Cloud Imperium is rolling out bits of Star Citizen in a modular fashion reminiscent of Minecraft's staggered release. Roberts and company are reminding everyone that next week's hangar bay represents a tiny portion of the game in a pre-alpha state, but the firm is nonetheless excited to offer its crowdfunding backers a hands-on progress report.

Star Citizen's hangar module will initially be available in basic, business, and deluxe versions depending on customer ship pledges. Roberts says that eventually CI will add additional types including pirate hangars. For the first release, SC pledgers will be able to walk around and inside each of their ships.

In other Star Citizen news, Roberts recently told Eurogamer that he no longer needs traditional investor money to make the game. "I'm actually not taking money from investors now. The budget for what we're delivering is about $20 million, and we're almost there [via crowdfunding] -- we'll probably be there before the end of the year," he said. Don't forget to click past the cut to view the video!

Continue reading Gamescom 2013: Roberts demos Star Citizen's hangar module

MassivelyGamescom 2013: Roberts demos Star Citizen's hangar module originally appeared on Massively on Thu, 22 Aug 2013 16:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>chris-robertscloud-imperiumcloud-imperium-gamescologneconconventioncrowdfundinggamescomgamescom-2013germanyhangar-videointernet-spaceshipskickstartersandboxsci-fispaceshipstar-citizenstar-citizen-gameplay-videostar-citizen-hangarvideoThu, 22 Aug 2013 16:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Gamescom 2013: New dev video discusses Destiny's world, weapons, and characters]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2013/08/22/gamescom-2013-new-dev-video-discusses-destiny-s-world-weapons/http://massively.joystiq.com/2013/08/22/gamescom-2013-new-dev-video-discusses-destiny-s-world-weapons/http://massively.joystiq.com/2013/08/22/gamescom-2013-new-dev-video-discusses-destiny-s-world-weapons/#commentsFiled under: , , , , , , ,

Destiny
Bungie has just pushed live an all-new Destiny video that offers a deeper look into the game's universe, characters, and weapon selection, along with developer commentary on key features such as public events, competitive multiplayer, and Destiny's wide open world.

The video includes a fair bit of previously unseeen game footage and is worth a look if you're excited or curious about Destiny. Check it out after the break.

Continue reading Gamescom 2013: New dev video discusses Destiny's world, weapons, and characters

MassivelyGamescom 2013: New dev video discusses Destiny's world, weapons, and characters originally appeared on Massively on Thu, 22 Aug 2013 15:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>bungiecologneconconsoleconventiondestinygamescomgamescom-2013germanysci-fishootertrailertrailersvideovideosThu, 22 Aug 2013 15:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Gamescom 2013: Firor says ESO's sub will ensure players get '100% of the game' (except for the parts in the cash shop) [Updated]]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2013/08/22/gamescom-2013-the-elder-scrolls-online-subscription-ensures-pla/http://massively.joystiq.com/2013/08/22/gamescom-2013-the-elder-scrolls-online-subscription-ensures-pla/http://massively.joystiq.com/2013/08/22/gamescom-2013-the-elder-scrolls-online-subscription-ensures-pla/#commentsFiled under: , , , , , , , , ,

The Elder Scrolls Online
ZeniMax Online's (or Bethesda's) decision to make The Elder Scrolls Online a subscription-based game certainly drew the ire of a few Elder Scrolls and MMO fans, but game director Matt Firor believes a sub-based payment model ensures the best possible experience for all players.

Speaking with Eurogamer, Firor walked through ZeniMax's reasoning in choosing subscriptions as TESO's primary method of generating revenue. He listed two primary motivators: one, to ensure monetization did not interfere with the traditional Elder Scrolls experience, and two, to keep money flowing for future content.
When you're in an Elder Scrolls game, you're in a world. We don't want players to hit monetization fees when they're in the world. It's like, I go into a dungeon, if I don't have access to the dungeon it pops up a window: you don't have access to this, go buy 50 credits. We didn't want that experience. That's not an Elder Scrolls experience.
Instead, Firor believes charging a monthly subscription ensures players have "100% of the game" and never run into payment walls. He also explained that the forecastable revenue stream created by subs helps the team better plan for content updates. ZeniMax is aiming for new content releases "every month or six weeks, for as long as people want to play the game."

Firor mentioned the addition of the Thieves Guild and Dark Brotherhood quest lines as examples of content players can expect, saying, "And those are 15 hours of content a piece. We're talking major new stuff, which is going to be coming out constantly." Make of that what you will. In the meantime, check out new screenshots from Gamescom in our TESO gallery:

Gallery: The Elder Scrolls Online


[Update: Reader Pavel points out a German-language interview from Gamescom that claims Firor indicated there will be a cash shop selling at least "fun items and character services like character renames" in the game. Here's the exact sentence untranslated: "Laut Matt Firor wird es in The Elder Scrolls Online einen Itemshop geben, wo ihr Spaß-Items und Charakterservices wie eine Umbenennung des Charakters kaufen könnt."]

MassivelyGamescom 2013: Firor says ESO's sub will ensure players get '100% of the game' (except for the parts in the cash shop) [Updated] originally appeared on Massively on Thu, 22 Aug 2013 14:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>bethesdabethesda-softworksbethsoftcologneconconventiondaggerfallelder-scrollselder-scrolls-onlineesofactionsgalleriesgallerygamescomgamescom-2013germanymatt-firormorrowindoblivionpayment-modelspvprvrsandboxscreenshotscreenshotsskyrimsubscriptiontamrieltestesothe-elder-scrollsthe-elder-scrolls-onlinethree-faction-pvpthree-way-pvpzenimaxzenimax-mediazenimax-onlinezenimax-online-studiosThu, 22 Aug 2013 14:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Diablo III PvP mode a 'tricky question' for Blizzard]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2013/08/22/diablo-iii-pvp-mode-a-tricky-question-for-blizzard/http://massively.joystiq.com/2013/08/22/diablo-iii-pvp-mode-a-tricky-question-for-blizzard/http://massively.joystiq.com/2013/08/22/diablo-iii-pvp-mode-a-tricky-question-for-blizzard/#commentsFiled under: , , , ,

Diablo III PvP mode a 'tricky question' for Blizzard
Diablo III's long-awaited PvP mode might require a great deal more patience on behalf of the playerbase -- perhaps eternal patience. At Gamescom, Game Director Josh Mosqueira was cagey about the mode ever seeing the light of day: "That's a really tricky question to answer. It's got to be Blizzard quality."

Late last year, Blizzard scrapped its current plans for a PvP mode in favor of starting over. Mosqueira said this week that the team is still struggling to overcome several obstacles in creating a new PvP mode, including a limited number of team members for the project, a desire to see PvP at all levels, and a problem with converting the existing PvE gameplay to work for PvP.

"In Diablo, the core mechanics are really built around one character fighting scores of monsters, right?" Mosqueira said. "There's a lot of control, a lot of AOE, and some of that stuff starts to not necessarily break down, but it starts to fray at the edges when you're actually now focused on two people, or four people."

MassivelyDiablo III PvP mode a 'tricky question' for Blizzard originally appeared on Massively on Thu, 22 Aug 2013 09:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>action-rpgbattlenetblizzardblizzard-entertainmentcash-shopcologneconconventiond3diablodiablo-2diablo-3diablo-iidiablo-iiifantasygamescomgamescom-2013germanygothic-fantasyjosh-mosqueiramultiplayeronline-multiplayerpvppvp-moderoguelikerpgThu, 22 Aug 2013 09:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Gamescom 2013: SMITE's latest god, new game mode, and Tencent partnership]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2013/08/21/gamescom-2013-smites-latest-god-new-game-mode-and-tencent-pa/http://massively.joystiq.com/2013/08/21/gamescom-2013-smites-latest-god-new-game-mode-and-tencent-pa/http://massively.joystiq.com/2013/08/21/gamescom-2013-smites-latest-god-new-game-mode-and-tencent-pa/#commentsFiled under: , , , , , , , , ,

Image
MOBAs are great for the MMO gamer afflicted by that nasty distraction called life. They offer progression, PvP, and even some theorycrafting you can take to the water-cooler gatherings at work. In some cases, MOBAs even grant the player a variety of ways to play the game. SMITE is one of these gems.

During our pre-Gamescom chat with Todd Harris, co-founder and COO of Hi-Rez Studios, we learned a few details about SMITE's coming additions of a new Match-of-the-Day game mode and the Chinese-themed god named Zhong Kui.

Continue reading Gamescom 2013: SMITE's latest god, new game mode, and Tencent partnership

MassivelyGamescom 2013: SMITE's latest god, new game mode, and Tencent partnership originally appeared on Massively on Wed, 21 Aug 2013 16:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>cologneconconventionf2pfeaturedfree-to-playgamescomgamescom-2013germanyhi-rezhi-rez-studiosinterviewinterviewsmobamultiplayer-online-battle-arenapreviewpreviewsSmitetencenttencent-gamestodd-harrisWed, 21 Aug 2013 16:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Gamescom 2013: In-depth looks at EverQuest Next and EQ Next: Landmark]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2013/08/21/gamescom-2013-in-depth-looks-at-everquest-next-and-eq-next-lan/http://massively.joystiq.com/2013/08/21/gamescom-2013-in-depth-looks-at-everquest-next-and-eq-next-lan/http://massively.joystiq.com/2013/08/21/gamescom-2013-in-depth-looks-at-everquest-next-and-eq-next-lan/#commentsFiled under: , , , , , , , , , ,

EQ Next: Landmark
SOE's David Georgeson walked Gamescom attendees through some of the finer points of both EverQuest Next and EverQuest Next: Landmark today, focusing on the emergent gameplay, destructible environments, and vast flexibility you'll potentially find in both halves of the game.

Most of the information provided on EverQuest Next falls into the "things we already knew" category: The world is procedurally generated, destructible, tiered, and made of voxels. AI responds to your actions in lieu of sticking to specific spawn points; for example, Orcs will naturally search for areas with low guard patrols and high traffic so they can make the most of their thievery and will leave for greener pastures should you start making their work difficult by killing them or alerting guards.

There were new details on Landmark, however (check out this great post from MJ to see what we knew before). You can choose between male and female heroes and will begin as an Adventurer class at one of the world's great landmarks. From there, you can adventure freely into the world, find a spot you like, and claim it as your own. Once your spot is claimed, you can build on it however you see fit or move on to claim other areas and link them all together.

Continue reading Gamescom 2013: In-depth looks at EverQuest Next and EQ Next: Landmark

MassivelyGamescom 2013: In-depth looks at EverQuest Next and EQ Next: Landmark originally appeared on Massively on Wed, 21 Aug 2013 15:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>cologneconconventiondavid-georgesonemergent-gameplayeqeq-nexteqneverquesteverquest-nextEverQuest-Next-Landmarkf2pfantasyfree-to-playfreemiumgamescomgamescom-2013germanymicrotransactionmicrotransactionspremiumSandboxsoesony-online-entertainmenttrailertrailersvideovideosvoxelsWed, 21 Aug 2013 15:00:00 EST