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 2013 Weblogs, Inc. The contents of this feed are available for non-commercial use only. Blogsmith http://www.blogsmith.com/<![CDATA[Nexon Europe adds new character and dungeons to MapleStory]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2013/03/18/nexon-europe-adds-new-character-and-dungeons-to-maplestory/http://massively.joystiq.com/2013/03/18/nexon-europe-adds-new-character-and-dungeons-to-maplestory/http://massively.joystiq.com/2013/03/18/nexon-europe-adds-new-character-and-dungeons-to-maplestory/#commentsFiled under: , , , , , ,

Nexon Europe adds new character and dungeons to MapleStory
Have you ever thought that adventuring would be so much easier if there were two of you? MapleStory players in Europe will have the chance for just that experience if they choose the newest character -- Mihile, The Knight of Light. As a special ability, this knight can duplicate himself, essentially creating a shield to protect against enemies. At level 70, Mihile can also transfer this same skill onto other players.

Along with the knight, Nexon Europe is adding three new dungeons to MapleStory. Players will soon get to dive into four dungeons based on the seasons through Spiegelmann's Strange Gallery, take a cable car to the quests in Fatansy Theme Park, and discover the secrets of of the beautiful Sakura Castle. The first two will be accessible starting at level 50, but the final dungeon is only for players over level 70.

[Source: Nexon Europe press release]

MassivelyNexon Europe adds new character and dungeons to MapleStory originally appeared on Massively on Mon, 18 Mar 2013 12:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>f2pfantasyfree-to-playmaplestoryMihilenew-characternew-dungeonsnexonNexon-EUnexon-europenexon-koreaThe-Knight-of-LightMon, 18 Mar 2013 12:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Future Aion dungeons revealed]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2013/03/04/future-aion-dungeons-revealed/http://massively.joystiq.com/2013/03/04/future-aion-dungeons-revealed/http://massively.joystiq.com/2013/03/04/future-aion-dungeons-revealed/#commentsFiled under: , , , , ,

Future dungeons unveiled for Aion
If you'd rather not hear any more news about Aion 4.0 until it includes a release date, we've got good news! No, it isn't the release date. Instead, we've got details about content coming in the patch after the 4.0 update, namely five new dungeons.

Some of these instances sport unique new features or twists on old ones. Ophidan Bridge is a timed-group instance where Daevas must simultaneously occupy all key points. In Danuar Shelter, groups must split up and take three different paths to the final boss, one of which involves jumping. On a more familiar note, Sauro Logistic Base allows players to choose the difficulty of the final boss (which must be killed within six-and-a-half minutes) and Impenetrable Bastion is a once-a-week 24-man raid instance where loot depends on the final rank the alliance achieves. The final instance, Kamar Battlefield, is a 12v12 battle between two teams on an upgraded Dredgion.

Although NCsoft notes that names and details are subject to change through updates and localization, Daevas can look forward to venturing into these instances after the dust of 4.0 settles.

MassivelyFuture Aion dungeons revealed originally appeared on Massively on Mon, 04 Mar 2013 11:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>aionascensionDanuar-ShelterDredgionf2pfantasyfree-to-playImpenetrable-BastioninstancesKamar-Battlefieldncsoftnew-dungeonsOphidan-Bridgepost-4.0-contentSauro-Logistic-Basetruly-freeMon, 04 Mar 2013 11:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Aion 3.5 finally lands on EU servers today]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2013/01/17/aion-3-5-soars-to-eu-today/http://massively.joystiq.com/2013/01/17/aion-3-5-soars-to-eu-today/http://massively.joystiq.com/2013/01/17/aion-3-5-soars-to-eu-today/#commentsFiled under: , , , , , , , , ,

Aion 3.5 soars to EU today
While North American Daevas have been enjoying all the goodies that came with Aion 3.5 since last October, folks across the pond had to continue to wait for their turn. Now, though, the wait is finally over as Gameforge has released patch 3.5 on the European servers. EU Daevas can get their PvP on in new arenas, enjoy special legion quests (along with a legion level cap increase to eight), and dive into new dungeons like Tiamat's Stronghold. Players wanting a break from the adventuring side of life can take part in the new village improvement process to get new housing designs and add NPCs to the neighborhood.

Get a glimpse of Tiamat as she awaits you in the trailer after the break, then hop in game to face her for yourself!

[Source: Gameforge press release]

Continue reading Aion 3.5 finally lands on EU servers today

MassivelyAion 3.5 finally lands on EU servers today originally appeared on Massively on Thu, 17 Jan 2013 10:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>aionAion-3.5aion-euaion-europeAion-patch-3.5ascensionf2pfantasyfree-to-playGameforgehousingncsoftnew-dungeonspatch-3.5PvP-arenasTiamats-Strongholdtruly-freeThu, 17 Jan 2013 10:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Tour the lands and classes of Aion 4.0 in two new trailers]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/12/20/tour-the-lands-and-classes-of-aion-4-0-in-two-new-trailers/http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/12/20/tour-the-lands-and-classes-of-aion-4-0-in-two-new-trailers/http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/12/20/tour-the-lands-and-classes-of-aion-4-0-in-two-new-trailers/#commentsFiled under: , , , , , , , , , , ,

Tour the lands and classes of Aion 40 in two new trailers
We've been teased with bits of information and still shots for various aspects of Aion's upcoming 4.0 expansion for quite some time. Today, we finally get to see it live! No, I don't mean the patch is live, sadly; rather, NCsoft has released two trailers highlighting the new lands, classes, and skills that eager Daevas can expect when the expansion finally hits North America.

The first video highlights the new zone Katalam with its various landscapes, shows off a fortress siege, spotlights the new classes, and demonstrates a number of new skills, including the new intensity skills players charge for a more powerful effect. On top of that, it zooms through a host of new instances, introducing even more than those already revealed. It also appears to suggest a new type of character customization, but there is no additional information currently available. The second video focuses solely on the new skills coming to existing classes.

Feast your eyes on all of the visual goodness in the two trailers after the break and tell us what you think!

Continue reading Tour the lands and classes of Aion 4.0 in two new trailers

MassivelyTour the lands and classes of Aion 4.0 in two new trailers originally appeared on Massively on Thu, 20 Dec 2012 13:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>aionascensionf2pfantasyfree-to-playkatalamncsoftnew-classesnew-dungeonsnew-skillstourtruly-freevideo-tourThu, 20 Dec 2012 13:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Aion adds fuel to the 4.0 fire with announcement of four new instances]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/12/14/aion-adds-fuel-to-the-4-0-fire-with-announcement-of-four-new-ins/http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/12/14/aion-adds-fuel-to-the-4-0-fire-with-announcement-of-four-new-ins/http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/12/14/aion-adds-fuel-to-the-4-0-fire-with-announcement-of-four-new-ins/#commentsFiled under: , , , , , ,

Aion adds fuel to the 40 fire with announcement of four new instances
If the trickles of information about Aion 4.0 are making you crazy with anticipation, you might be pleased to hear that NCsoft has just revealed the four new instances coming in the expansion.

The new dungeons are: Underground Katalam, a labyrinth where owning the fortresses will make travel easier; Lunadium, home of the broken-hearted witch Grendal; and Katalamize, a 12-Daeva instance boasting the strongest boss of all of 4.0. On top of those, the expansion is also bringing yet another new type of siege, just like 3.0 introduced a new one with the Hearts in Tiamaranta. The new fortresses will also have two unique additions to the standard fortress instance: a solo instance and a special version for the controlling legion that offers better rewards than the original. For more details, check out the official announcement.

MassivelyAion adds fuel to the 4.0 fire with announcement of four new instances originally appeared on Massively on Fri, 14 Dec 2012 21:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>12-man12-man-instance12-man-raids4.0aionAion-4.0Aion-4.0-patchascensionexpansionf2pfantasyfree-to-playKatalamizeLunadiumncsoftnew-dungeonsnew-fortressnew-instancesnew-siege-systemtruly-freeUnderground-KatalamFri, 14 Dec 2012 21:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Forsaken World kicks off its latest expansion, War of Shadows]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/12/11/forsaken-world-kicks-off-its-latest-expansion-war-of-shadows/http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/12/11/forsaken-world-kicks-off-its-latest-expansion-war-of-shadows/http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/12/11/forsaken-world-kicks-off-its-latest-expansion-war-of-shadows/#commentsFiled under: , , , , , , , , ,

Puppy!
If you're a stalwart fan of Forsaken World, your winter holiday of choice came early this year. The game's latest expansion, War of Shadows, has just gone live, bringing with it an entirely new race for players. Lycans can transform from their normal humanoid state into hulking wolf-creatures, providing a variety of new abilities and upgrades while they remain transformed. Other races have also seen several adjustments to bring them in line with the new kids on the block.

Even if you're not interested in new races or balancing old ones, the expansion features a new zone (Eclipse Hollow) and new dungeons (Ancient's Battleground and Hell Road), which provide new quests and challenges for players. Take a look at some screenshots of the expansion in our gallery, look at the full trailer for the expansion just past the break, and then get on in and start running around with your new wolfman.

[Source: Perfect World Entertainment press release]

Gallery: Forsaken World

Continue reading Forsaken World kicks off its latest expansion, War of Shadows

MassivelyForsaken World kicks off its latest expansion, War of Shadows originally appeared on Massively on Tue, 11 Dec 2012 20:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>dungeonsexpansionexpansion-launchf2pfantasyforsaken-worldfree-to-playgallerynew-dungeonsnew-racesnew-zonesnewsperfect-worldperfect-world-entertainmentpweracesscreenshotstrailertrailersvideovideoswar-of-shadowszonesTue, 11 Dec 2012 20:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Eden Eternal expansion Shadows of the Past introduces new class]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/08/09/eden-eternal-expansion-shadows-of-the-past-introduces-new-class/http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/08/09/eden-eternal-expansion-shadows-of-the-past-introduces-new-class/http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/08/09/eden-eternal-expansion-shadows-of-the-past-introduces-new-class/#commentsFiled under: , , , , , ,

Eden Eternal expansion Shadows of the Past introduces new class
A new age begins in Eden Eternal as the game's new expansion, Shadows of the Past, launches with tons of new content tying the past to the present. Players will find three new maps, four new dungeons, and a new Sage class on top of the additional lore and a raised level cap (70) when they log in to the free-to-play fantasy game.

In an interesting twist, those wishing to play this new class cannot just choose it; they must undergo a series of trials in order to unlock it for play. These trials allow player to experience the saga of the lost Sage in a bygone age firsthand. Producer Andy Muesse states, "This is the first time that the lore has had something tied to the world's past, a compelling story of the corruption of the Zumi race and why there are no Sages anymore."

[Source: Aeria Games press release]

MassivelyEden Eternal expansion Shadows of the Past introduces new class originally appeared on Massively on Thu, 09 Aug 2012 11:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>aeriaaeria-gamesAndy-Muessedungeonseden-eternalexpansionf2pfantasyfree-to-playincreased-level-capnew-dungeonsraised-level-capSagesage-classShadows-of-the-PastThu, 09 Aug 2012 11:00:00 EST<![CDATA[D&D Online showcases two more Menace of the Underdark dungeons]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/07/19/dandd-online-showcases-two-more-menace-of-the-underdark-dungeons/http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/07/19/dandd-online-showcases-two-more-menace-of-the-underdark-dungeons/http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/07/19/dandd-online-showcases-two-more-menace-of-the-underdark-dungeons/#commentsFiled under: , , , , , , ,

Dungeons & Dragons Online: Menace of the Underdark screenshot
If you have the urge to hack-and-slash your way through some undead or test your mettle against a new type of demon, Dungeon and Dragons Online's recent expansion Menace of the Underdark has just the two dungeons for you. The Unquiet Graves dungeon features Drow necromancers desecrating a once-peaceful graveyard and constantly reanimating the bodies of the dead. The second dungeon, The Deal and the Demon, pairs players with the notorious mercenaries, the Yugoloth, to get rid of a demon lord deep inside the Demonweb.

Peer into these new dungeons in the gallery below.

[Source: Turbine press release]

Gallery: Dungeons and Dragons Online: Menace of the Underdark

MassivelyD&D Online showcases two more Menace of the Underdark dungeons originally appeared on Massively on Thu, 19 Jul 2012 10:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>ddoDemonwebdnddungeonsdungeons-and-dragonsdungeons-and-dragons-onlineexpansionf2pfantasyforgotten-realmsfree-to-playgallerymenace-of-the-underdarknew-dungeonsscreenshotsThe-Deal-and-the-DemonThe-Unquiet-Gravesturbineturbine-entertainmentunderdarkYugolothThu, 19 Jul 2012 10:00:00 EST<![CDATA[DDO shows off new expansion dungeon House of Broken Chains]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/07/03/ddo-shows-off-new-expansion-dungeon-house-of-broken-chains/http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/07/03/ddo-shows-off-new-expansion-dungeon-house-of-broken-chains/http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/07/03/ddo-shows-off-new-expansion-dungeon-house-of-broken-chains/#commentsFiled under: , , , , , , , ,

DDO: Menace of the Underdark screenshot
Dungeons and Dragons Online's first expansion Menace of the Underdark is now a week old, but have you seen everything? Neither have we. Luckily for us all, Turbine keeps treating us to screenshots showcasing the new areas. Today the spotlight is on the new dungeon called House of Broken Chains. Besides just offering the standard fare of foes, this dungeon presents a new dynamic in the game. As players fight both slaves and their masters, they can choose to kill all of the slave masters and free the slaves or simply eradicate everything in true hack-and-slash form.

Take a look at the images of this new dungeon along with other Menace of the Underdark screens in the gallery below.

Gallery: Dungeons and Dragons Online: Menace of the Underdark


[Source: Turbine press release]

MassivelyDDO shows off new expansion dungeon House of Broken Chains originally appeared on Massively on Tue, 03 Jul 2012 11:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>ddodnddungeonsdungeons-and-dragonsdungeons-and-dragons-onlineexpansionf2pfantasyforgotten-realmsfree-to-playgalleryHouse-of-Broken-Chainsmenace-of-the-underdarknew-dungeonsscreenshotsslavesturbineturbine-entertainmentunderdarkTue, 03 Jul 2012 11:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Iris Online opens the Lost Temple of Atlantis]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/04/26/iris-online-opens-the-lost-temple-of-atlantis/http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/04/26/iris-online-opens-the-lost-temple-of-atlantis/http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/04/26/iris-online-opens-the-lost-temple-of-atlantis/#commentsFiled under: , , , , , ,

Of course, it's not really all that lost any longer when you get right down to it...
Iris Online players are in for a treat today because it's patch day. And not just the small sort of patch with a bunch of bugfixes, either -- this is the big kind, the kind that opens up new areas and expands the level cap. In fact, it's exactly that kind, as today's update opens four new zones and the Lost Temple of Atlantis for player exploration. The temple is meant as the most challenging dungeon in the game and contains a variety of treasures for players braving its depths.

Beyond the temple, the new zones give players new chances to strike back and liberate the land from the Sahar, complete with new quests to enjoy. Those new quests will also help as players head for the new level cap of 75, but if that alone isn't enough, the development team is doubling all EXP and SXP rates until April 29th. Players can also earn special treasure boxes for a limited time, a little extra boost for enjoying the game's new content.

[Source: gPotato press release]

Gallery: Iris Online Screenshots

MassivelyIris Online opens the Lost Temple of Atlantis originally appeared on Massively on Thu, 26 Apr 2012 20:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>dungeonsf2pfantasyfree-to-playgala-netgalleriesgallerygpotatogypsyirisiris-onlinelevel-caplevelslost-temple-of-atlantisnew-dungeonsnew-questsnew-zonespatchpatchesquestsscreenshotscreenshotstarotupdateszonesThu, 26 Apr 2012 20:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Final Fantasy XIV producer's letter looks back on 2011 and forward to 2012]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2011/12/21/final-fantasy-xiv-producers-letter-looks-back-on-2011-and-forwa/http://massively.joystiq.com/2011/12/21/final-fantasy-xiv-producers-letter-looks-back-on-2011-and-forwa/http://massively.joystiq.com/2011/12/21/final-fantasy-xiv-producers-letter-looks-back-on-2011-and-forwa/#commentsFiled under: , , ,

Screenshot -- Final Fantasy XIV
In Final Fantasy XIV's latest producer's letter, producer Naoki Yoshida stopped by the forums to reflect a bit on 2011 and give fans a look at what's coming up in 2012. Yoshida notes that September 2011 marked the one-year anniversary of Final Fantasy XIV as well as the one-year anniversary of Yoshida's installation as producer and director of the title.

He goes on to state that "2012 will see [the game] making even larger strides and will prove to be an even bigger test for FFXIV." Next year's first new patch, 1.20b, is already in development, and Yoshida says the team is working diligently on 1.21 features such as the job system, job quests, and two new dungeons. As his final announcement, Yoshida reveals that QA testing for the battle system for the 2.0 client will begin shortly after the new year. For the full details, click on over to the full producer's letter on the FFXIV official forums.

MassivelyFinal Fantasy XIV producer's letter looks back on 2011 and forward to 2012 originally appeared on Massively on Wed, 21 Dec 2011 13:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>1.20b1.21dungeonsff14ffxivfinal-fantasy-14final-fantasy-xivjob-questsjob-systemletter-from-the-producernaoki-yoshidanew-dungeonsproducers-lettersquare-enixyoshidaWed, 21 Dec 2011 13:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Aion 3.0 trailer details housing, new dungeons, and more]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2011/11/05/aion-3-0-trailer-details-housing-new-dungeons-and-more/http://massively.joystiq.com/2011/11/05/aion-3-0-trailer-details-housing-new-dungeons-and-more/http://massively.joystiq.com/2011/11/05/aion-3-0-trailer-details-housing-new-dungeons-and-more/#commentsFiled under: , , , , , , , ,

Aion - 3.0 mount
Aion fans rejoice! The near-mythical 3.0 update is coming to Korea inside of a week (which means it's a few months removed from the American servers, of course). If the new Korean trailer is any indication, though, it should be well worth the wait.

The four-minute clip takes us inside the Promised Land patch's player housing mechanics, not to mention six new instanced areas and a variety of open world locales. You can also glimpse the patch's assorted air and ground mounts. We reported on some early looks at the 3.0 content last month, but the new trailer is even more extensive. Head past the cut to view it in full, and then mosey over to MMO Culture for a few new screenshots.

Continue reading Aion 3.0 trailer details housing, new dungeons, and more

MassivelyAion 3.0 trailer details housing, new dungeons, and more originally appeared on Massively on Sat, 05 Nov 2011 17:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>3.0aionaion-3.0aion-promised-landatreiaexpansionsfantasyhousingmountsncsoftnew-dungeonspatchesplayer-housingpromised-landtrailervehiclesvideoSat, 05 Nov 2011 17:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Mythos content update includes 23 new dungeons, skill tweaks]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2011/08/31/mythos-content-update-includes-23-new-dungeons-skill-tweaks/http://massively.joystiq.com/2011/08/31/mythos-content-update-includes-23-new-dungeons-skill-tweaks/http://massively.joystiq.com/2011/08/31/mythos-content-update-includes-23-new-dungeons-skill-tweaks/#commentsFiled under: , , , , , , , ,

Mythos - dungeon entrance
The last time we profiled Mythos on Massively, it was in service of some new content. It's no surprise, then, that Frogster is once again expanding the free-to-play hack-and-slash MMO. This time the new bells and whistles can be found on the Fog Island of Horror, and in case the name didn't drive the point home, it's a pretty scary place.

The isle is home to a horde of ravenous zombies and is the base of operations for two opposing queens. Their majesties Vyle and Neperta make their home on the fog-shrouded island, as do the denizens of 23 new dungeons ripe for the plucking by adventurers from across the realm. Oh yeah, that level cap, previously stuck on a piddling 51? It's been bumped to 55, the better for you to get a handle on some changes to cooldowns and the skill system whilst you're grinding your way through packs of monsters.

Today's Mythos press release also alludes to a massive crafting system overhaul, but since it's a little light on the details where tradeskilling is concerned, you'll just have to log in and see for yourself. Alternatively, you could hit up the official website for more details.

MassivelyMythos content update includes 23 new dungeons, skill tweaks originally appeared on Massively on Wed, 31 Aug 2011 17:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>craftingcrafting-updatediablo-clonedungeon-crawlerdungeon-crawlingf2pfantasyfog-island-of-horrorfree-to-playfrogstermythosmythos-europenepertanew-dungeonsopposed-queensvyleWed, 31 Aug 2011 17:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Cabal readies Episode VI: Legacy of Darkness expansion]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2011/06/24/cabal-readies-episode-vi-legacy-of-darkness-expansion/http://massively.joystiq.com/2011/06/24/cabal-readies-episode-vi-legacy-of-darkness-expansion/http://massively.joystiq.com/2011/06/24/cabal-readies-episode-vi-legacy-of-darkness-expansion/#commentsFiled under: , , , , , , ,

Summer's heating up for denizens of Nevareth (that's the world of Cabal Online, if you're scoring at home), and the free-to-play MMO's Legacy of Darkness expansion looks to add a fair bit of the content to the game very shortly.

The Episode VI update "throws a series of challenging encounters at players of all levels including outdoor bosses, a dungeon point system, a revamped upgrading system, and a brand new time-based instance [called] Maquinas Outpost," according to a new press release.

The new dungeon boasts some slick rewards too, not the least of which is the drool-inducing Drei Frame armor set. Episode VI: Legacy of Darkness also boasts its share of smaller gameplay tweaks, chief among them improved drop rates, new customization items, new pets, and increased success rates on rune crafting. While we can't give you a definitive release date as of yet, we can tell you to head to the official Cabal website for further details.

MassivelyCabal readies Episode VI: Legacy of Darkness expansion originally appeared on Massively on Fri, 24 Jun 2011 17:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>cabalcabal-legacy-of-darknesscabal-onlinedrei-frame-armordrop-ratesepisode 6episode-viepisode-vi-legacy-of-darknessEpisode6expansionf2pfantasyfree-to-playmaquinas-outpostnew-armornew-dungeonsnew-petsupdateFri, 24 Jun 2011 17:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Darkfall dev blog talks new dungeons, siege changes]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2011/06/03/darkfall-dev-blog-talks-new-dungeons-siege-changes/http://massively.joystiq.com/2011/06/03/darkfall-dev-blog-talks-new-dungeons-siege-changes/http://massively.joystiq.com/2011/06/03/darkfall-dev-blog-talks-new-dungeons-siege-changes/#commentsFiled under: , , , , ,

A while back we brought you word that Aventurine was looking for feedback on Darkfall's siege mechanics. Though the process is still ongoing, it seems as if the devs have gotten a good sampling from the community thus far according to this week's activity report.

Your opinion is still needed, though, so head to the Darkfall Epic Blog and weigh in on the maximum number of clan attackers during sieges. This week's report also details a bit of the PvE-related goings-on, and the world of Agon is getting a new themed dungeon for each continent in the very near future. "All of them are huge and have different areas that you need to traverse. Doing this, however, leaves you with choices as to which way to go and which challenges to face," says the blog entry.

There's a bit of PvP info as well, and the requisite teases for the new expansion. Read all about it at the official website.

MassivelyDarkfall dev blog talks new dungeons, siege changes originally appeared on Massively on Fri, 03 Jun 2011 15:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>agonaventurinedarkfalldarkfall-epic-blogdev-blogdungeonsepic-blogfantasynew-dungeonspvepvpsandboxsiegesFri, 03 Jun 2011 15:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Frogster hints at expansive new TERA update]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2011/06/01/frogster-hints-at-expansive-new-tera-update/http://massively.joystiq.com/2011/06/01/frogster-hints-at-expansive-new-tera-update/http://massively.joystiq.com/2011/06/01/frogster-hints-at-expansive-new-tera-update/#commentsFiled under: , , , , ,

TERA's Korean client is getting a big update, and the game's European publisher has issued a press release that details quite a few changes coming to the action fantasy MMORPG. Frogster's press release doesn't mention a date, nor does it mention why the EU publisher is reporting on the Korean client of a title that has yet to launch in Europe (nor why En Masse, the North American publisher, is silent).

In terms of the update itself, it boasts a level cap increase from 50 to 58, 10 new zones, a large new city, and four new dungeons. Guildmasters may declare war on opposing guilds and ignite no-holds barred conflicts that last for seven days, and there's also an interesting new skill customization feature that allows players to choose which abilities to connect via combos. You can learn more about TERA at the game's official website.

MassivelyFrogster hints at expansive new TERA update originally appeared on Massively on Wed, 01 Jun 2011 11:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>action-mmoen-masseen-masse-entertainmentfantasyfrogsternew-dungeonsnew-zonespatchpress-releaseskill-combosskill-customizationteratera-onlineupdateWed, 01 Jun 2011 11:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Newest Vindictus patch goes big time]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2011/04/21/newest-vindictus-patch-goes-big-time/http://massively.joystiq.com/2011/04/21/newest-vindictus-patch-goes-big-time/http://massively.joystiq.com/2011/04/21/newest-vindictus-patch-goes-big-time/#commentsFiled under: , , , , , ,

Size matters. It's practically a law of nature -- the bigger something is, the better loot it drops. Well, all right, maybe that's not a law of nature, but it is a law of MMOs and certainly a law of Vindictus. The game's latest titantic update has just gone live, bringing with it the appropriately named Titan raid boss. And the enormous boss is certainly a big part of the newest update, but there are other ways for characters to live large in the patch even without facing the Titan.

Resenlian's Labyrinth has been added to the game, allowing players a chance to face off against a variety of foes including the deepest fears within each character for sizable rewards. Evie's staff skills have also received a big improvement, and the new merged dock system will allow for a massively easier time when it comes to travel. Vindictus players can check out all the details on the gargantuan patch from the patch notes, as well as see the upcoming events for the game.

MassivelyNewest Vindictus patch goes big time originally appeared on Massively on Thu, 21 Apr 2011 21:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>bigf2pfree-to-playlargemergingnew-dungeonsnewsnexonpatchpatch-notespatches-of-unusual-sizesizablethe-titantitantransportationupdatesvindictusThu, 21 Apr 2011 21:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Runes of Magic announces Chapter IV and new mini event]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2011/02/24/runes-of-magic-announces-chapter-iv-and-new-mini-event/http://massively.joystiq.com/2011/02/24/runes-of-magic-announces-chapter-iv-and-new-mini-event/http://massively.joystiq.com/2011/02/24/runes-of-magic-announces-chapter-iv-and-new-mini-event/#commentsFiled under: , , , , , ,

It's almost time for a new stanza in the ongoing saga that is Runes of Magic, and Frogster and Runewaker Entertainment are putting the finishing touches on Chapter IV: Lands of Despair while eyeing an early April release window.

The update will bump the level cap to 70 and introduce several new explorable zones, all in service to a storyline that boasts a mighty demon bent on driving the lands of Taborea into chaos. New locales include contaminated forests, poisonous rivers, and more castles than you can shake a stick at. One such battlement belongs to Lord Grafu, and his dungeon boasts a plethora of challenging puzzles and altercations that stand between intrepid adventurers and the plunder contained within.

Frogster is also hosting a new in-game event beginning February 25th. Dubbed The Ancient Dreamland, the festivities feature double TP and EP and runs through March 1st.

Check out our new Runes of Magic gallery below, and stay tuned for further Chapter IV details.

Gallery: Runes of Magic Chapter IV

MassivelyRunes of Magic announces Chapter IV and new mini event originally appeared on Massively on Thu, 24 Feb 2011 16:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>chapter-4chapter-iv-lands-of-despairdungeonsexpansionf2pfree-to-playfrogstergalleriesgallerylands-of-despairlord-grafunew-dungeonsnew-zonesromrunes-of-magicrunewakerrunewaker-entertainmentscreenshotsThu, 24 Feb 2011 16:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Atlantis surfaces in Bounty Bay Online]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2010/09/24/atlantis-surfaces-in-bounty-bay-online/http://massively.joystiq.com/2010/09/24/atlantis-surfaces-in-bounty-bay-online/http://massively.joystiq.com/2010/09/24/atlantis-surfaces-in-bounty-bay-online/#commentsFiled under: , , , ,

Long ago thought lost, the lands of Atlantis have resurfaced in Frogster Interactive's Bounty Bay Online! The new area offers two new islands for players to check out: Bimini and the Northern Islands. The free expansion also offers a wealth of new content for players at endgame, as well as some modifications to systems that will make the game more enjoyable overall. To top it all off, all Bounty Bay Online players of all levels will get twice the experience all weekend long to celebrate!

Players will find a new level cap of 150, crafting improvements, tricky treasure map puzzles, an all-new achievement system, quests, and several new dungeons among the numerous additions. In short, this new update is absolutely bountiful! If you'd like more details or to sign up for some historical(esque) MMO free-to-play fun, head on over to the Bounty Bay Online site!

MassivelyAtlantis surfaces in Bounty Bay Online originally appeared on Massively on Fri, 24 Sep 2010 20:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>atlantisbbobiminibounty-bay-onlinef2pfree-to-playfrogsterfrogster-interactivelevel-cap-increasenew-dungeonsnorthern-islandsupdateFri, 24 Sep 2010 20:00:00 EST<![CDATA[SOE officially announces EQII's Destiny]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2010/08/10/soe-officially-announces-eqiis-destiny/http://massively.joystiq.com/2010/08/10/soe-officially-announces-eqiis-destiny/http://massively.joystiq.com/2010/08/10/soe-officially-announces-eqiis-destiny/#commentsFiled under: , , ,

Not to be outdone by all the fan coverage of last week's Fan Faire 2010, Sony Online Entertainment has released its own smorgasbord of information on the next EverQuest II expansion in the form of an official press release. Destiny of Velious, flying your way in February, looks to expand the venerable franchise while simultaneously paying homage to its roots.

The release will feature an all-in-one compilation pack with the base game, all seven expansions, and three adventure packs, allowing newbs and veterans alike to dive into (or back into) the world of Norrath. Speaking of diving, we've now confirmed that flying mounts will allow you to venture off the beaten path of pre-determined flight tracks, wheeling and soaring at will. Additionally, expansioneers can partake of 300 new quests (including four Heritage Quests), 10 new dungeon instances, a contested dungeon, Velious-themed PvP battlegrounds, two new overland zones, six new raids, and dozens of new armor sets.

Gallery: EQII: Destiny of Velious Announcement

MassivelySOE officially announces EQII's Destiny originally appeared on Massively on Tue, 10 Aug 2010 18:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>destiny-of-veliousEQ2EQIIEverQuest-2everquest-iiexpansionflying-mountsgallerynew-dungeonsnew-questsscreenshotscreenshotssoeSony-Online-EntertainmentveliousTue, 10 Aug 2010 18:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Fan Faire 2010: EQII flying mounts, EQNext art revealed [updated]]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2010/08/06/fan-faire-2010-eqii-flying-mounts-eqnext-art-revealed/http://massively.joystiq.com/2010/08/06/fan-faire-2010-eqii-flying-mounts-eqnext-art-revealed/http://massively.joystiq.com/2010/08/06/fan-faire-2010-eqii-flying-mounts-eqnext-art-revealed/#commentsFiled under: , , , ,

The EverQuest franchise looks to be the big winner at this year's Fan Faire event, as several large announcements regarding the games in the long-running series were featured in SOE president John Smedley's community address. EQ2Wire's Feldon has the details on the short presentation.

In addition to restating the features coming your way when EQII Extended hits in mid-August, Smedley discussed the next EverQuest expansion, House of Thule, which adds several new dungeons as well as player housing and launches on October 14th. EverQuest II players will have a to wait a bit longer for their expansion, Destiny of Velious, which debuts on February 8th. The wait will likely be well worth it, however, as flying mounts will be introduced in many of the game's zones.

Finally, Smedley revealed a presentation slide labeled "The Future of EverQuest" and preceded to show off the first concept art in-game art from the cryptically titled EverQuest Next, which you can view in our gallery below. He also hinted that more information would be forthcoming as Fan Faire wraps up this weekend.

[Update: We received a note from SOE clarifying that the screenshot here is not mere concept art -- it's actual in-game art. Only makes you more curious, doesn't it!]

Gallery: EverQuest Next

MassivelyFan Faire 2010: EQII flying mounts, EQNext art revealed [updated] originally appeared on Massively on Fri, 06 Aug 2010 11:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>concept-artdestiny-of-veliouseqEQ2EQIIeqnexteverquestEverQuest-2everquest-iieverquest-nextfan-fairefan-faire-2010flying-mountshouse-of-thulejohn-smedleynew-dungeonsplayer-housingFri, 06 Aug 2010 11:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Digimon Battle launches, adds new content]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2010/05/18/digimon-battle-launches-adds-new-content/http://massively.joystiq.com/2010/05/18/digimon-battle-launches-adds-new-content/http://massively.joystiq.com/2010/05/18/digimon-battle-launches-adds-new-content/#commentsFiled under: , , ,

Last month WeMade Entertainment's Digimon Battle flipped the switch and set the servers from open beta to full launch. Since then, players have been completing challenges and quests to ensure that the vil Digimon don't take over Earth and the digital world. To celebrate the smooth launch and growing player-base, WeMade has announced that tomorrow, May 19th, they'll be starting several contests and adding new content for players to enjoy.

For the free-to-play side of the house, there will be new maps offering challenges such as new digimon to capture and train like Pagumon, Minomon, and Poromon, to name a few. The level cap has also been raised to 100, with Digimon able to level to 99 as well. Additionally, all players will be able to participate in the events that kick off on the 19th with a race to level their Trainers and another to digivolve five of their captured Digimon to the mega stage. On top of that, a surprise loot chest is dropping quite frequently on the new Sky Dungeon, just waiting for players to snap it up. There will also be a host of new cards and other upgrades in the cash shop as well.

If you're curious about Digimon Battle but haven't had a chance to try it out yet, why not pop over to the site, get signed up, and join the Digivolution. With the potential for prizes and new Digimon to train, it's as good a time as any.

MassivelyDigimon Battle launches, adds new content originally appeared on Massively on Tue, 18 May 2010 16:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>digimon-battledigimon-mmolaunchlevel-cap-increasenew-contentnew-dungeonsraceswemadewemade-entertainmentTue, 18 May 2010 16:00:00 EST<![CDATA[CABAL Online reloads for a new update]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2009/12/18/cabal-online-reloads-for-a-new-update/http://massively.joystiq.com/2009/12/18/cabal-online-reloads-for-a-new-update/http://massively.joystiq.com/2009/12/18/cabal-online-reloads-for-a-new-update/#commentsFiled under: , , , ,

Free-to-play MMO CABAL Online has recently played host to a new update entitled "CABAL Reloaded." The new update has aimed to correct a few areas of gameplay as well as offering players some brand new content to play through.

As a few other games have recently done, CABAL has looked at their earlier gameplay and made a few changes to the early content. In Reloaded, the developers have added three new dungeons targeted at those between levels 35 and 70, giving lower level players more options of game play. New quests have been added to the game as well, but those quests are more targeted towards endgame players, rather than midgame.

Other additions, such as skill books and a change to the party interface, adds more to the playability of the game than it changes how the game plays. For the full story on what's been added and changed, check out the full patch notes available on the North American forums.

MassivelyCABAL Online reloads for a new update originally appeared on Massively on Fri, 18 Dec 2009 10:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>cabalcabal-onlinecabal-reloadedexpansionnew-dungeonsogplanetpatchquestsupdateFri, 18 Dec 2009 10:00:00 EST