Archive for February, 2011
How RIFT is Dealing with the Head Start Mania
EpicToon compiled the latest responses from RIFT developers regarding long queue times, introducing new servers, the need for character transfers and AFK tricks. Hopefully, these will give you some comfort while waiting for the long login queues.
28Feb2011 | Mick James | 1 comment | Continued
One million Trion Worlds accounts made, list of RIFT servers revealed
TweetShareIn a very enthusiastic press release, Trion Worlds announced today that one million accounts have been created via its website.
25Feb2011 | Mick James | 0 comments | Continued
EpicToon Smacktalk: Should you start paying for a DC Universe Online sub?
It’s decision time for heroes and villains: Drop the game for its current UI and end-game flaws, or settle in and start paying for the monthly sub?
25Feb2011 | Mick James | 4 comments | Continued
2200 PvP Rating Weapons Now Available in WoW
TweetShareAfter a month of waiting, World of Warcraft players can now purchase the powerful 2200 PvP rating weapons.
24Feb2011 | Mick James | 2 comments | Continued
DC Universe Online unleashes first game update
TweetShareJust over a month after its worldwide release, new superhero MMO on the block, DC Universe Online, is serving up a hefty game update that includes a Catwoman episode, new max-level content and slightly late Valentine’s quests.
23Feb2011 | Mick James | 3 comments | Continued
As RIFT Open Beta Ends, A Look Back at Four Fun Moments
TweetShareRIFT open beta ends today, giving RIFT pre-order owners time to rest their opposable thumbs before their head start privilege begins on Feb.24. For the benefit of those who missed out on all the planar fun, I’ve compiled my top four fun moments while playing the RIFT open beta.
22Feb2011 | Mick James | 1 comment | Continued
First Look at EverQuest II Flying Mounts
TweetShareIn a last ditch effort to lure you into playing the Destiny of Velious expansion for EverQuest II, Sony Online Entertainment posted new screenshots of the majestic flying mounts soon to fill the skies of Norrath.
21Feb2011 | Mick James | 0 comments | Continued
Epic MMO Recap: The week of grand reveals and user upgrades
TweetShareGated content and user convenience were the main focus points for MMOs this week, led by the open beta launch of RIFT and various game upgrades in Final Fantasy XI and EVE Online.
19Feb2011 | Mick James | 0 comments | Continued
EpicToon Smacktalk: Is Rift Online A World of Warcraft Clone?
Is RIFT a simple rip-off of reigning MMO champ World of Warcraft? Russ and Mick discuss what makes the soon-to-release online game both a standout and a copycat.
18Feb2011 | Mick James | 8 comments | Continued
Final Fantasy XIV to Upgrade its Login Security
TweetShareHacking attempts must be growing in number in Final Fantasy XIV, as Square Enix will be rolling out a new login security system for the barely five-month-old game.
17Feb2011 | Mick James | 3 comments | Continued
