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 2012 Weblogs, Inc. The contents of this feed are available for non-commercial use only. Blogsmith http://www.blogsmith.com/<![CDATA[The Daily Grind: What do you look for when taking screenshots?]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/02/19/the-daily-grind-what-do-you-look-for-when-taking-screenshots/http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/02/19/the-daily-grind-what-do-you-look-for-when-taking-screenshots/http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/02/19/the-daily-grind-what-do-you-look-for-when-taking-screenshots/#commentsFiled under: , , , ,

Not like she'll have many times to wield a shoulder-mounted cannon, right?
There's an art to taking a cool screenshot, an art that I'm sadly not very good at. I never seem to be able to take good shots in combat, and my attempts at picking out perfect environments are pretty much nonexistent. The one thing I can do is ensure that whether I'm in Final Fantasy XIV or Star Wars: The Old Republic, I have good screenshots of my characters looking cool. I've paused what I'm doing in-game on occasion just to make sure that I can line up a nice character shot perfectly.

Of course, some people can find perfect angles for landscapes. Some people look for a funny glitch or a strange character type. And some people just find the right art to capture an intense battle in one moment. What do you look for when you're taking a screenshot? Do you go to great lengths to set up the right shot, or do you just have a knack for getting a certain picture type just right?

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 do you look for when taking screenshots? originally appeared on Massively on Sun, 19 Feb 2012 08:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>compositionimage-captureopinionpicturesscreenshotscreenshotssnapshotstdgthe-daily-grindSun, 19 Feb 2012 08:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Derek Smart's Line of Defense shows off battle environments]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/02/07/derek-smarts-line-of-defense-shows-off-battle-environments/http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/02/07/derek-smarts-line-of-defense-shows-off-battle-environments/http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/02/07/derek-smarts-line-of-defense-shows-off-battle-environments/#commentsFiled under: , , , , ,

Line of Defense
Last year we got our first look at Line of Defense, a new MMOFPS from Derek Smart and his team at 3000AD. The title is looking good so far and the devs are certainly eager to show off their progress. As such, 3000AD delivered five brand-new screenshots showcasing the environments and outfits that players will experience, including desert and snowy terrains.

Line of Defense takes place in the same game universe as Smart's Battlecruiser 3000AD series, and promises to deliver "open-world FPS mayhem" from the depths of the ocean to the heights of space and everything in-between. You can check out the new screenies in the gallery below, and make sure to catch up on our Derek Smart interview about Line of Defense if you haven't already!

[Source: Evolve PR press release]

Gallery: Line of Defense screens

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I'm not sure why most EverQuest 2 screenshots feature a monster on one side and an adventurer on the other, but there you go.
Screenshots might not be the most important part of a game, but they're important before you decide to pop in and play. After all, part of what makes you decide that a game is worth trying out is the fact that it looks cool. Unfortunately, some games just hit us the wrong way. No matter how many different shots you get and how many different angles are tried, every time you see a screenshot of the game, it just looks bad.

Maybe it's a game you don't like. Maybe it's a game you do like, and you know it looks better in play. Maybe it's a game you've never tried one way or the other just because the look of the game turns you off. You might have no opinion on the game whatsoever -- regular Massively readers probably see several screenshots of games they don't even remember that don't look good to them. What game just seems to look bad in static shots every single time?

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 game do you think never looks good in screenshots? originally appeared on Massively on Sun, 11 Dec 2011 08:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>appearanceartcultureopinionpicturesscreenshotstdgthe-daily-grindSun, 11 Dec 2011 08:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Go go Power Rangers Online! For real!]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2011/10/30/go-go-power-rangers-online-for-real/http://massively.joystiq.com/2011/10/30/go-go-power-rangers-online-for-real/http://massively.joystiq.com/2011/10/30/go-go-power-rangers-online-for-real/#commentsFiled under: , , , , ,

Power Rangers Online
Because we miss the '90s and the wonderful fads that it introduced to our culture, Korean developer Ntreev has announced the return of the fabled Power Rangers -- this time in MMO form. Officially unveiled on Friday in Seoul, Power Rangers Online is prepping for its first Korean closed beta, which should begin November 3rd with extremely limited numbers.

The game is designed to be a side-scrolling action MMO based on the Power Rangers Mystic Force series. Player will make their own unique character but choose an iconic color (i.e., "class") from the show. As they level up, players can outfit their characters with gear other than the Power Rangers classic spandex-slash-biker motif.

So far the beta consists of two "acts" with 14 stages and storytelling comic book-style sequences. If you're fully secure in who you are and have no compunctions about friends and family members questioning your viewing habits, you can look at some of the first screenshots in the gallery below and watch the teaser trailer after the jump!

Gallery: Power Rangers Online

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Lime Odyssey
We simply cannot be the only ones who see the title of Aeria Games' upcoming MMO and instantly start singing, "You put the lime in the coconut and drink them both up." Please tell us we're not. We may go mad otherwise.

In any case, Lime Odyssey has released 10 new screenshots today showing off many of the lush vistas of its game world. Included in the batch are views of the Human stomping grounds of the Blue Coral Forest, the desert plains of West Tumbara, and the Muris starting zone of Haze Island.

Lime Odyssey will launch with four classes, three races, and four gathering and crafting professions. You can get an eyeful of limey goodness in the gallery below, and if it piques your interest, head on over to the official site to sign up for the beta!

Gallery: Lime Odyssey Core Gallery


[Source: Aeria Games press release]

MassivelyYou put the Lime Odyssey in the screenshot gallery and drink them both up originally appeared on Massively on Wed, 26 Oct 2011 16:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Space - the best backdrop for impressive photographs. These are the voyages of the starship Glamour Shot.
For some of us, the screenshot button that most games feature is essentially a way to save embarrassing or inflammatory conversations for later laughter or blackmail. But for other players, it's the window into a game and it will be worn down to a nub before too long. Whatever your program of choice, some players bring out their inner photographer in-game, producing galleries of images rendered with astonishing care and attention to detail.

Of course, screenshots are a great way to get a sense for the look of the game, and having a large collection of them is certainly an advantage when you're writing for a site that uses a lot of different shots as header images. Much like any other part of the game, some players love it and some players kind of ignore it. So where do you fall? Do you absolutely adore capturing screenshots? Or is it something that just happens occasionally, sometimes accompanied by looking back and wishing you'd gotten a picture?

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

MassivelyThe Daily Grind: Are you a screenshot junkie? originally appeared on Massively on Sat, 15 Oct 2011 08:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>culturegalleriesgame-screenshotsopinionpicturesscreenshotstdgthe-daily-grindSat, 15 Oct 2011 08:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Turbine celebrates Rise of Isengard's launch with monsters and movies]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2011/09/27/turbine-celebrates-rise-of-isengards-launch-with-monsters-and-m/http://massively.joystiq.com/2011/09/27/turbine-celebrates-rise-of-isengards-launch-with-monsters-and-m/http://massively.joystiq.com/2011/09/27/turbine-celebrates-rise-of-isengards-launch-with-monsters-and-m/#commentsFiled under: , , , , , , ,

Rise of Isengard
"The more we pretend that Middle-earth is safe, the blacker the enemy's shadow grows," an ominous voice proclaims at the start of the Rise of Isengard launch trailer. While Lord of the Rings Online's third expansion was officially slated to be released today, Turbine jumped the gun and got it out yesterday afternoon -- complete with patch notes.

We'll be digging deep into Rise of Isengard this week on Massively, including broadcasting it on Massively TV and analysing the first few days of play in the next Road to Mordor column.

To celebrate Rise of Isengard's arrival, Turbine is treating its fans to an inspirational launch trailer and several new screenshots demonstrating the fearsome might of Saruman's forces. You know the drill: screenshots below, trailer after the jump!

Gallery: Lord of the Rings Online Core Gallery

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MassivelyTurbine celebrates Rise of Isengard's launch with monsters and movies originally appeared on Massively on Tue, 27 Sep 2011 10:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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PlanetSide 2
Creative Director Matt Higby has stepped up to the plate to take a few swings at an introductory letter for PlanetSide 2 on the title's official website. Higby begins by laying out his past experience at SOE, citing his enthusiasm for working on the PlanetSide sequel and introducing the team working on the project.

The meat of the letter comes as Higby presents the core pitch for the game. "Our goal with PlanetSide 2 is to create a game where you will fight against and alongside thousands of players, competing simultaneously and directly against one another in massive battles featuring intense infantry action as well as incredible air and ground vehicle combat," he writes. "All of these features come together to deliver what we feel will be not only the world's best MMOFPS, but the ultimate online FPS experience."

Included in the letter are two brand-new screenshots from the game showing soldiers stalking the enemy on an alien world. You can check out those images as well as past PlanetSide 2 pictures in the gallery below.

Gallery: PlanetSide 2

MassivelyPlanetSide 2 opens up a comm-link to the players originally appeared on Massively on Wed, 14 Sep 2011 10:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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In our opinion, there can't be enough news about Sony Online Entertainment's upcoming PlanetSide 2 these days, which is why we'll enthusiastically shake hands with Tony Park if we ever meet him. Park heads up The9, the Chinese publisher for PlanetSide, and he's posted a couple new screenshots of the hot title on his blog.

These PlanetSide 2 pics show armor-clad soldiers getting into position for action. It's interesting to note the distinctive colors that will surely help teammates differentiate friend from foe.

We heard a lot about this sequel to SOE's PlanetSide at Fan Faire, including the trailer, a general overview of the game, and an in-depth look with the developers. You can eyeball the new pics in the gallery below!

Gallery: PlanetSide 2

MassivelyNew PlanetSide 2 screenshots show troops in action originally appeared on Massively on Tue, 19 Jul 2011 14:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>gallerypicspicturesplanetsideplanetside-2psps2screenshotssoesony-online-entertainmentthe9tony-parkTue, 19 Jul 2011 14:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Eden Eternal announces closed beta date]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2011/05/12/eden-eternal-announces-closed-beta-date/http://massively.joystiq.com/2011/05/12/eden-eternal-announces-closed-beta-date/http://massively.joystiq.com/2011/05/12/eden-eternal-announces-closed-beta-date/#commentsFiled under: , , ,

Eden Eternal has been moving quickly along the development track ever since our first look at the title scarcely a month ago. Today we've learned that Aeria Games has announced the title's closed beta starting date: June 2nd.

As part of the Eternal Guardians, players will have a chance to shape the destiny of the world -- while getting a little fun in for themselves as well, of course. Eden Eternal will have to work hard to distinguish itself from a similar crop of brightly colored cartoony MMOs, but the fact that it offers so many options -- the chance to switch between all of the classes out of combat, build up player towns, and fight in real-time combat -- speaks in its favor.

We have seven new pictures of Eden Eternal for you to peruse while we count down to June 2nd, and if you want to learn more about this title, check out our extensive interview with Aeria Games. The company promises an "avalanche" of closed beta events for participants, so head on over to the site to get your name on the roster!

Gallery: Eden Eternal

MassivelyEden Eternal announces closed beta date originally appeared on Massively on Thu, 12 May 2011 12:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Even for a four-year-old MMO, Lord of the Rings Online is singled out as one of the most visually lush titles on the market. From its sweeping vistas to its intricate ruins, LotRO is a screencapper's dream. I know I'm not alone in wearing out my screenshot button, and whenever I play, I'm constantly on the lookout for a good photo-op in the middle of saving the world.

Unlike some MMOs, LotRO skews more to the "realistic" side of the visual spectrum without descending into the creepy, plasticy, uncanny valley that I've seen elsewhere. Instead, the art team created a place with solemn character, exuberant life, dreadful decay and rich history. Long after I grow bored of the game's mechanics, I suspect that I'll still be very much in love with its looks. Guess I'm shallow that way!

So today, I'm going to present to you 37 of my favorite screenshots that I've taken over the past year in the game. Some are chosen for their significance; some, for their details. But most were picked simply because I thought they looked rad. Join me on a scrapbooking journey through the world -- and when you're done, hit the jump to read my commentary notes for each (many pardons for the awkward setup, but we're having issues with the galleries showing captions)!

Gallery: The Road to Mordor: Middle-earth scrapbook

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MassivelyThe Road to Mordor: Middle-earth scrapbook originally appeared on Massively on Fri, 15 Apr 2011 15:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>featuredgalleriesgallerylord-of-the-rings-onlinelotropicturesscrapbookscreenshotscreenshotsturbineturbine-entertainmentFri, 15 Apr 2011 15:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Exclusive screenshots from Fantasy Earth Zero]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2010/07/08/exclusive-screenshots-from-fantasy-earth-zero/http://massively.joystiq.com/2010/07/08/exclusive-screenshots-from-fantasy-earth-zero/http://massively.joystiq.com/2010/07/08/exclusive-screenshots-from-fantasy-earth-zero/#commentsFiled under: , , , , ,

One of the big sells that TERA has been focusing on in the lead-up to its official release is the idea that combat is entirely real-time, but like most great ideas in MMOs, it's not the first title to use combat with no lock-on and an action-based environment. Fantasy Earth Zero might be easily mistaken for yet another grind-based Asian game at a glance, but the actual mechanics of play combined with skill-based PvP make for a very different creature -- and yes, one wherein combat happens without any sort of target lock.

Gamepot USA was kind enough to furnish us with a few shots of the game in action during one of the large PvP battles, which showcase a faction of the strategic combat taking place on contested maps. The process of gathering resources and controlling towers is one of the dominant elements of gameplay, to the point where some reviewers have gone so far as to call the game an MMORTS in spirit. Take a look at the gallery, and consider giving Fantasy Earth Zero some of your time over the summer if you want something more different than it looks.

Gallery: Exclusive Fantasy Earth Zero screenshots

MassivelyExclusive screenshots from Fantasy Earth Zero originally appeared on Massively on Thu, 08 Jul 2010 12:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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It takes two button presses for a screenshot, most of the time -- one to hide the game's UI and one to take the screen. It seems so extraneous that it's almost a wonder it's in there, but we can all take a visual log any time we want. And more often than not, even if you're chronically bad about taking photos or remembering your camera in real life, you've got a few special shots in there.

Of course, as our daily One Shots feature proves, everyone has different reasons for taking a moment for a picture. Some go for poignant moments, some aim for something silly, and some people snap whatever moment looks the most epic. Players try to arrange screenshots, pose everything just right, and give the best possible look to a frozen moment of game time. Today, we ask you what inspires you to take a picture? Are they commemorative, amusing, visually impressive, or some mix of those three?

MassivelyThe Daily Grind: What inspires you to take screenshots? originally appeared on Massively on Mon, 01 Feb 2010 08:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>inspirationpicturesscreenscreensscreenshotscreenshotstdgthe-daily-grindMon, 01 Feb 2010 08:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Atlantica Online opens Van Gogh's Gallery, adds the Minstrel Paganini to their mercenaries]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2009/09/22/atlantica-online-opens-van-goghs-gallery-adds-the-minstrel-pag/http://massively.joystiq.com/2009/09/22/atlantica-online-opens-van-goghs-gallery-adds-the-minstrel-pag/http://massively.joystiq.com/2009/09/22/atlantica-online-opens-van-goghs-gallery-adds-the-minstrel-pag/#commentsFiled under: , , , , , , , , ,


When Atlantica Online adds a new update, you know it's going to be a unique tie in to the history of the world. This update is no different, as Atlantica adds a brand new, reality bending dungeon to their mix -- Vincent Van Gogh's Gallery.

Van Gogh's paintings have been collected by his friends, and have been put on display together in a local church. But, when the paintings start to react with one another and open doors into other dimensions based on Van Gogh's work, it's up to the players to find out what's going on and what drove Van Gogh to madness before his death.

Other aspects of this expansion include the addition of the Minstrel Paganini (the woman shown above), a brand new music wielding class based on the 17th century violinist Niccolo Paganini. The level cap is also being increased from 120 to 130, which also means that a few of your mercenaries will bet getting upgrades as well!

All in all, this looks to be a trippy addition to an otherwise solid free-to-play title. We applaud the use of Van Gogh's paintings as the new dungeon because, quite frankly, it's a pretty unique concept. Enjoy your decent into madness, Atlantica players! Don't cut off your own ear!

MassivelyAtlantica Online opens Van Gogh's Gallery, adds the Minstrel Paganini to their mercenaries originally appeared on Massively on Tue, 22 Sep 2009 19:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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One feature that you can almost guarantee will be in an MMO is the ability to take a screenshot, usually achieved by hitting the "Print Screen" key. We know that at least some of our readers enjoy making use of this function, as they kindly send along submissions to our One Shots series. Today we'd like to know if you are prone to taking a lot of screenshots, or whether you rarely (if ever) snap a picture when playing.

Personally, I started out as a huge screenshotter. In my first couple of MMOs, I took shots of different locations that interested me, of funny group chat situations, weird bugs that were entertaining -- basically, not a single play-session went past without at least one trip to the Print Screen button. Nowadays I hardly ever take a screenshot, and if I do I probably won't revisit it (unless it's to use it for an article). So, as an extension of the initial question, have you always been a screenshotter? Have you recently become one, perhaps inspired by a particular game? Do you revisit your gallery often?

MassivelyThe Daily Grind: Are you a screenshotter? originally appeared on Massively on Mon, 31 Aug 2009 08:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>are-you-a-screenshotterpicturesscreenshotsscreenshottertdgthe-daily-grindMon, 31 Aug 2009 08:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Winners picked for final week of Turbine's DX10 screenshot contest]]>http://massively.joystiq.com/2007/12/20/winners-picked-for-final-week-of-turbines-dx10-screenshot-conte/http://massively.joystiq.com/2007/12/20/winners-picked-for-final-week-of-turbines-dx10-screenshot-conte/http://massively.joystiq.com/2007/12/20/winners-picked-for-final-week-of-turbines-dx10-screenshot-conte/#commentsFiled under: , , , ,


Turbine's DirectX 10 screenshot contest for the LotRO community has finally come to an end. Three winners and one runner-up have been selected for the final week.

Airak and Eoheryn of Landroval, and forum member Fatty_Lumpkin were the three winners. The honorably mentioned screenshot (included above) was taken by Rendo Gnollen. Why did Turbine pick three winners and one honorable mention instead of just saying there are four winners, since there are no prizes anyway? Who knows.

Turbine also assured everyone that there will be another screenshot contest next year, and that DirectX 9 users will also be eligible.

MassivelyWinners picked for final week of Turbine's DX10 screenshot contest originally appeared on Massively on Thu, 20 Dec 2007 11:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Oh, Halloween -- that one time of the year when it's almost completely socially acceptable in most circles for grown men and women to dress up as goofy fantasy characters. We're not knocking cosplay or LARPing, we're just saying ... if you're gonna do it, October 31st is the best time.

And a lot of World of Warcraft fans seized the day. Blizzard's Nethaera requested that fans of the game send in photographs of their WoW-themed Halloween costumes, and they responded. Now the pictures have been added to the official World of Warcraft gallery.

It's a delightful collection of Warcraft geekery, but we've got to say, our favorites are the here-pictured quest NPC hats!

MassivelyBlizz gallery highlights fun WoW Halloween costumes originally appeared on Massively on Wed, 28 Nov 2007 23:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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The Lord of the Rings Online forum regular Rainwhisper embarked on an ambitious project to put together a website that would catalog floor plans, decorations, and ambient music for LotRO housing. With the help of fellow players on the forums, Rainwhisper succeeded!

The site is hosted by the Dawnsong Explorers kinship of the Windfola server. It's an excellent resource. There's a spreadsheet-style list of all the housing items that players can make or acquire. There are floor plans for the different types of houses. You can also check out pictures of the decorations. As far as we can tell the site's listings are complete or very close to it.

Rainwhisper and any other contributors will have quite a bit more work on their hands when Book 12 comes out but if their success with the site so far is any indication, that won't be a problem!

MassivelyLotRO player creates excellent housing database originally appeared on Massively on Tue, 20 Nov 2007 21:55:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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