This week's MMO News

The G4 MMO Report
Tuesday, April 29, 2008, 1:50:35 AM zergwatch@stiltonco.com (Zergwatch)
This week you may notice something a little different. No, I'm not talking about the hair you're noticing in places where there was no hair before. I'm talking about the fact that The MMO Report has let the balloon go up one day early. That means more raiding time, extra grinding, and an additional full day's worth of lulz. In this episode you all get a special treat; some sneaky bastard was able to leak stills of Wrath of the Lich King onto the internet for your viewing pleasure. Yes, that Wrath of the Lich King. It's in the Alpha stage of development right now, which means you don't get to play it yet. Also, we'll give you a fair warning about Square-Enix's new user agreement for Playonline. Check your attic for chocobos watching you masturbate.
Forum post of the day: Docking DKP
Today, April 28, 2008, 9 hours ago zergwatch@stiltonco.com (Zergwatch)
Filed under: Items, Analysis / Opinion, Guilds, Raiding, Forums To function properly, all guilds must have rules for participation, gear, and general order. Since the ancient MMORPG days, many guilds have assigned Dragon Kill Points (DKP) to players for their participation in raids and events. The points are turned in for gear rewards from raids. Some guilds dock DKP for members that do not meet their standards. Aerte of Blackrock has questioned the wisdom of his guild's policy on this practice for a member that had regularly violated the rules. The conundrum begins with the statement. "Recently we had a member quit who during the course of his rather brief stay managed to have about 130 DKP docked for various infractions. Not showing up specced properly, gems unacceptable, enchants unacceptable or non-existent, bad attitude....etc..." The original poster expressed that this may not be the best way to keep players in line.Continue reading Forum post of the day: Docking DKP Permalink Email this Comments
Breakfast Topic: Real Azrothean Heroes
Today, April 28, 2008, 9 hours ago zergwatch@stiltonco.com (Zergwatch)
Filed under: Fan stuff, Breakfast topics, Lore, NPCs Alex Ziebart and Elizabeth Wachowski do an excellent job of filling us in on the stories behind our World of Warcraft adventures in the regular Know Your Lore columns. I had very little experience with the real time strategy games that led to our beloved MMORPG. I find that learning the lore gives a bit more meaning to my level grinding. As I've leveled up I've come across some really interesting NPCs, some more famous than others. I'd like to take some time to look at some of the lesser known heroes of Azeroth. Caregiver Inaara has to be the hardest working character in the game. Stationed as the Innkeper of Sun's Reach Harbor on the Isle of Quel'Danas. Reportedly an excellent companion, Inaara serves up cold brews to thousands of thirsty characters, tired from endless daily quests. Even as a newcomer to Azeroth, we know little about this blue beauty, except that she is a surviver and serves her patrons with an unflinching smile. Sure there are famous folks like Jaina Proudmoore and Rexxar, but let's take some time to salute the little people. Who's you're hero? Permalink Email this Comments
More Warhammer Online shots - CVG Online
Today, April 28, 2008, 9 hours ago zergwatch@stiltonco.com (Zergwatch)
MMORPG blogMore Warhammer Online shotsCVG Online - 3 hours agoIt's time for a bit of spicy, Warhammer-fuelled fantasy action as new screenshots from EA Mythic's MMO batter our eyeballs. Warhammer Online Age of ...Warhammer Online - Battle at the Gates of Ekrund MMORPG blogWarhammer Online - The Fall of Karak Eight Peaks art by Alex Boyd MMORPG blogWarhammer Online: AoR CVG OnlineMMORPG blog - MMORPG blogall 6 news articles
Tales of Pirates: Post Launch Interview
Today, April 28, 2008, 9 hours ago zergwatch@stiltonco.com (Zergwatch)
MMORPG.com's Joe Iuliani caught up with Frank Yang from IGG to talk about IGG's recently officially launched game, Tales of Pirates. Yang is the Product Manager for Tales of Pirates.
Ultimate Guide to World of Warcraft - Gamers Hell
Today, April 28, 2008, 9 hours ago zergwatch@stiltonco.com (Zergwatch)
Ultimate Guide to World of WarcraftGamers Hell, UK - 3 hours ago... Beckett Entertainment Plus, which will delve deeply into a single Massively Multiplayer Online Roleplaying Game (MMORPG) each issue. ...
City of Heroes/Villains free codes up for grabs - HEXUS.gaming
Today, April 28, 2008, 9 hours ago zergwatch@stiltonco.com (Zergwatch)
HEXUS.gamingCity of Heroes/Villains free codes up for grabsHEXUS.gaming, UK - 4 hours agoHEXUS.gaming has teamed up with NCSoft to offer all readers the chance to experience the super-powered MMORPG, City of Heroes/City of Villains. ...
Comicon cosplay challenge 2008 - Warlock of World of Warcrft
Yesterday, April 27, 2008, 8:00:01 PM zergwatch@stiltonco.com (Zergwatch)
Personaggio raffigurante un Warlock del MMORPG World of Warcraft. Personaggio partecipante al Comicon cosplay challenge 2008 tenutosi in Napoli il 27/04/08 . Vincitore del "Premio Miglior personaggio femminile" (e non chiedetemi perchè :S )
Another Call for Goal Line Blitz Players - Daily Norseman
Yesterday, April 27, 2008, 5:46:04 PM zergwatch@stiltonco.com (Zergwatch)
Another Call for Goal Line Blitz PlayersDaily Norseman, MN - 2 hours agoby Gonzo on Apr 27, 2008 10:11 PM CDT in Non-Football You'll recall that, a week or two ago, I put a post up here about a football-based MMORPG (Massively ...
Runescape Best Trailer
Saturday, April 26, 2008, 8:00:01 PM zergwatch@stiltonco.com (Zergwatch)
This is my first Runescape Trailer. Yes Yes I know , this trailer sucks but hey...its my first so...go easy on me. Also if you don't like runescape don't waste peoples time by making them read your immature comments. RuneScape is a registered
Ascended Trailer No 01
Saturday, April 26, 2008, 8:00:01 PM zergwatch@stiltonco.com (Zergwatch)
This trailer is about the Stoneage Era of the MMORPG Ascended
Age of Conan Tutorial
Saturday, April 26, 2008, 8:00:01 PM zergwatch@stiltonco.com (Zergwatch)
A little tutorial of the upcomeing Age of Conan Hyborian Adventure MMORPG by Funcom
Ned korean in game trailer
Saturday, April 26, 2008, 8:00:01 PM zergwatch@stiltonco.com (Zergwatch)
Ned korean in game trailer
Warhammer Online: Age of Reckoning Updated Hands-On - More Player-Versus-Player Impressions
Saturday, April 26, 2008, 4:37:20 AM zergwatch@stiltonco.com (Zergwatch)
Warhammer Online is a new take on the MMORPG genre, and as the name suggests, it's all about war.
Age of Conan a Beauty
Friday, April 25, 2008, 8:00:01 PM zergwatch@stiltonco.com (Zergwatch)
Age of Conan a Beauty? Song: Vangelis - Conquest of Paradise
Dungeon Runners gameplay video
Friday, April 25, 2008, 8:00:01 PM zergwatch@stiltonco.com (Zergwatch)
"See more Dungeon Runners gameplay video coverage at gamegravity.com) "
Dreamlords Trailer 2
Friday, April 25, 2008, 8:00:01 PM zergwatch@stiltonco.com (Zergwatch)
"See more Dreamlords Trailer 2 coverage at gamegravity.com) "
Earth Eternal Character Demo
Friday, April 25, 2008, 8:00:01 PM zergwatch@stiltonco.com (Zergwatch)
"See more Earth Eternal Character Demo coverage at gamegravity.com) "
Dreamlords Trailer 1
Friday, April 25, 2008, 8:00:01 PM zergwatch@stiltonco.com (Zergwatch)
"See more Dreamlords Trailer 1 coverage at gamegravity.com) "
Wonderland Online Manufacturing System Details - Gamers Hell
Friday, April 25, 2008, 9:09:14 AM zergwatch@stiltonco.com (Zergwatch)
Wonderland Online Manufacturing System DetailsGamers Hell, UK - 52 minutes agoInternet Gaming Gate today released new details on the manufacturing system from Wonderland Online, a MMORPG in the works at Chinese Gamer International ...
Sho Online Open Beta Test Announced - Gamers Hell
Friday, April 25, 2008, 9:09:14 AM zergwatch@stiltonco.com (Zergwatch)
Sho Online Open Beta Test AnnouncedGamers Hell, UK - 2 hours agoSho Online is a free-to-play MMORPG based on a true Chinese epic tale of brutal and merciless war. The game features and interesting battle system where ...
Age of Conan Bugs Glitches and Exploits
Tuesday, April 22, 2008, 12:40:20 PM zergwatch@stiltonco.com (Zergwatch)
Naysayers predict gloom and doom for Age of Conan over bugs encountered in PVP beta weekend
Wonderland Closed Beta Key Giveaway
Tuesday, April 22, 2008, 9:28:54 AM zergwatch@stiltonco.com (Zergwatch)
Wonderland Online closed beta key giveaway starting May 10th
Free Realms MMORPG Trailer from E3
Wednesday, April 16, 2008, 3:31:31 PM zergwatch@stiltonco.com (Zergwatch)
SOE's new Family MMORPG, Free Realms
An Interview with John Smedley, President of Sony Online Entertainment
Wednesday, April 16, 2008, 12:29:42 PM zergwatch@stiltonco.com (Zergwatch)
John Smedley talks about Free Realms and family based MMOG's
True confessions of a Chinese Gold Farmer
Wednesday, April 16, 2008, 3:28:55 AM zergwatch@stiltonco.com (Zergwatch)
An account of the daily life of a man making ends meet
The Age of Conan Interview That Didn't Happen
Tuesday, April 15, 2008, 3:01:38 PM zergwatch@stiltonco.com (Zergwatch)
Some funny shit, we may never know the answers to.
Age of Conan Interview: Important questions finally answered
Monday, April 14, 2008, 2:08:35 PM zergwatch@stiltonco.com (Zergwatch)
Jason "Athelan" Stone answers our questions about the things that truly matter in Age of Conan
Another Social Networking Site for MMORPG players
Monday, April 14, 2008, 10:55:51 AM zergwatch@stiltonco.com (Zergwatch)
Mungo Creations announces Social Networking for MMORPG's with MMOSocial
StoneAge2: Another Korean MMORPG to invade the U.S.
Sunday, April 13, 2008, 5:49:55 AM zergwatch@stiltonco.com (Zergwatch)
Casual mmorpg gets ready to zergrush North America
Cabal Online
Monday, February 11, 2008, 6:57:00 AM zergwatch@stiltonco.com (Zergwatch)
Cabal Online is an action MMORPG game, set in a 3rd person view perspective.
Lost Odyssey
Monday, February 11, 2008, 6:30:00 AM zergwatch@stiltonco.com (Zergwatch)
Take control of Kaim, an immortal character who has lived more than 1,000 years.
Guild Hosting: Guild Portal
Sunday, February 10, 2008, 7:04:00 AM zergwatch@stiltonco.com (Zergwatch)
GuildPortal is host to over 90,000 guilds playing Massively Multiplayer Online Games.
Tales of Pirates
Sunday, January 27, 2008, 1:41:00 PM zergwatch@stiltonco.com (Zergwatch)
Tales of Pirates is a free, 3D Massively Multiplayer Online Role Playing Game developed by the Chinese company MOLI.
Toontown Online
Friday, January 25, 2008, 5:42:00 AM zergwatch@stiltonco.com (Zergwatch)
An MMORPG developed by Disney as a first step game for young children.
The Sims Online
Friday, January 25, 2008, 5:37:00 AM zergwatch@stiltonco.com (Zergwatch)
An MMORPG based on EA's wildly popular The Sims franchise.
The Matrix Online
Friday, January 25, 2008, 5:27:00 AM zergwatch@stiltonco.com (Zergwatch)
An MMORPG based on the Matrix movie franchise.
Stargate Worlds
Friday, January 25, 2008, 5:24:00 AM zergwatch@stiltonco.com (Zergwatch)
An MMORPG based on the Stargate TV show and Movie.
Shadowbane
Friday, January 25, 2008, 5:18:00 AM zergwatch@stiltonco.com (Zergwatch)
Shadowbane is a struggling MMORPG which has recently introduced in game advertising.
RF Online
Friday, January 25, 2008, 5:13:00 AM zergwatch@stiltonco.com (Zergwatch)
RF Online, originally named 'Rising Force', is a 3D MMORPG developed by CCR.