SyndicateNews (9)Previews (3)ReviewVideos (17)ScreenshotsCheats and WalkthroughsSyndicateNews (9)Previews (3)ReviewVideos (17)ScreenshotsCheats and WalkthroughsSyndicateNews (9)Previews (3)ReviewVideos (16)ScreenshotsCheats and Walkthroughs SyndicateNews (9)Previews (3)ReviewVideos (17)ScreenshotsCheats and WalkthroughsSyndicateNews (9)Previews (3)ReviewVideos (17)ScreenshotsCheats and WalkthroughsSyndicateNews (9)Previews (3)ReviewVideos (16)ScreenshotsCheats and Walkthroughs SyndicateNews (9)Previews (3)ReviewVideos (17)ScreenshotsCheats and WalkthroughsSyndicateNews (9)Previews (3)ReviewVideos (17)ScreenshotsCheats and WalkthroughsSyndicateNews (9)Previews (3)ReviewVideos (16)ScreenshotsCheats and Walkthroughs We asked Scott Nichols to review shooter Syndicate. He acquiesced. Playing Syndicate proved a positive experience for Nichols, and his witty prose and salient observations will enlighten and amuse our readers. If you're curious as to the quality of this video game, now is your opportunity to find out how it rates.Here is a sample of the review:"Many games focus on their single-player campaign with multiplayer seemingly tacked on as an afterthought simply because it’s expected. Syndicate is the inverse of that trend. While Syndicate’s sense of atmosphere leads to rare shining moments, they are thwarted at every turn by a stilted storyline, unlikable characters, and numerous pacing issues that make the experience difficult enjoy. The co-op, however, surpasses almost anything else available in the genre. Does that make Syndicate a successful reboot? Despite reservations, I would have to say yes. The prospect of a fully co-op Syndicate 2 is too tantalizing to say otherwise."Read the rest of our Syndicate review.
他の人気文章:2012年3月10日星期六
AQ Worlds Shares the Wealth for the Holid
Tweet This is the first time in the nine-year history of the company that AE is giving away ACs to every one of its 27,800,000... Artix Entertainment, the indie game development studio that creates and publishes download-free, browser-based games played by over 130 million registered players, announced this week it will be giving away 200 AdventureCoins (ACs) to each of its 27.8 million registered AdventureQuest Worlds MMORPG players.AdventureQuest Worlds is a F2P, browser-based, massively multiplayer role playing game. It has two in-game currencies: gold which is obtainable by completing quests and killing monsters, and AdventureCoins which are purchased using real world currency or earned by completing third party offers and watching advertisements. Several times a year, AE also holds contests where players enter to win AdventureCoins.This is the first time in the nine-year history of the company that AE is giving away ACs to every one of its 27,800,000 AQWorlds players, a gift worth $27,800,000~ACs are used in-game to purchase rare armors, weapons, pets, helms, capes, and house items. Most AC items are only available for a few weeks before they are permanently removed from the in-game shops, making many items extremely rare and highly coveted. 200 ACs is enough to purchase one rare item with Coins left over.This Friday will be the start of AdventureQuest Worlds' new winter holiday event, Frostval: Song of the Frozen Heart. Players will be able to battle ice-themed monsters, loot epic gear, and they'll even have a chance to use their gift ACs in the limited time rare shop.The AC gift will be for all players of all levels, so if you don't have an AQWorlds account yet, be sure to make one before the AC gifts are given out on December 16th! Undead Pirates The Whole Rockband Showed up Slug Scary Ghost! On Stage Nndercover in Orc town ›› More Screenshots No videos for Adventure Quest Worlds game yet
他の人気文章:Wakfu For the Love of Gobballs
Tweet The+absence+of+NPCs+in+Wakfu+makes+the+overall+experience+a+stark+contrast+to+other+MMOs. By Jerrico Tan (JetSet), OnRPG Journalist Wakfu is an online fantasy MMORPG developed by Ankama Studios and its final open beta test just recently came to an end in preparation for the final version set for release February 29th. The latest patch just out this month has provided us with some changes to its gameplay and community and with the prejudice of Dofus aside, we'll take a look at some points and features that await the future players of this game.Once you have downloaded the game and chosen a server, you will be given a choice between 14 classes (previously 12) that you can customize and power up throughout the game. Players can save and level up more than one type of class that they prefer. Customization of the character may seem very limited but this will not matter much later on as equipment will eventually change your character’s appearance. After choosing your preferred class, you will be introduced to the world of Wakfu together with a short tutorial to its gameplay, battle sequences, ecology and community. There is also a short history about the world of Wakfu and Dofus but it's wholly irrelevant.All classes have their own pros and cons and the tactics to be used for combat vary accordingly. Each class has 25 available spells to power-up, yet not all of them are practical and effective in battle so you’ll find yourself repeatedly using the same set of spells, especially if you’re still early in the game with only 6 Wakfu Points. In other words, climbing the Wakfu ladder could be a struggle, especially to lone newbies.Either way, it is all up to the player to use an effective strategy that will maximize the power of his chosen class. Battle controls are quite neat with keyboard shortcuts provided for every spell; usage of these shortcuts is significant for acquiring speed bonuses during attacks. After learning the basics of the game and familiarizing yourself with how your class works, you can choose to join one of the four nations: Ankama, Bonta, Sufokia and Brakmar. Every nation has a unique clan member to guide you through the laws and whatnots of your nation and from hereon, you can commence PvP battles against players from other nations (or even players from your own nation if you want to be an outlaw). After choosing a nation though, you won't be able to transfer to any other nation any longer, though you can still visit other nations through canons or boats scattered all over the map. The turn-based battle sequences for Wakfu are rather simple and easy to understand but can seem to become a drag in the long run. After a few days in the game, it could be very repetitive and boring, especially if you've only managed to level up a number of spells to put to good use. If you want to level up and maximize these spells, you’d have to slowly and patiently grind your way to kingdom come.The increased experience progression rate in the recent patch is also a very bad idea. Monsters of the same level as your character are difficult and give very little EXPs to level up. The fun part in every battle however, lies behind your own strategic planning because every placement choice and spell choice could either make or break you in combat. Engaging in team-based battles or PVPs also lessens the boredom. In this way, you get to challenge both A.I. and real players and face opponents with different combat strategies. Of course, it’s always more fun with a guild or a set of friends to help you through and to minimize the frustration in grinding.Unlike usual MMORPGs, there are no NPCs to provide you with quests in Wakfu. Instead, there is a player-driven ecology system where you kill mobs then harvest their seeds to kill more mobs. Monsters don’t just regenerate on their own in Wakfu. A harvesting profession lets players keep this balance and a Clan Member in every area informs you if he’s running out of creatures for everyone to kill. Every character can learn more than one profession. Gathering or crafting professions let you produce items that you can trade for Kama,(the game’s currency) which you can later on use to buy high-level equipment and other important items. Learning and leveling-up a profession is fun and easy and gives you a break from all the frustrating monster-grinding needed to be done, though it can take quite a long time before you can craft anything of value to other players. This process joins the cycle of the Wakfu world: grinding, leveling up, harvesting/crafting produce to sell for Kama to be used to buy equipment then grinding again. Reaching the maximum level cap of 200 sounds near to impossible with the extremely slow pace of the game, but with patience, anyone can power up at their own pace.The absence of NPCs in Wakfu makes the overall experience a stark contrast to other MMOs. Some players like how they can just focus on leveling-up instead of running on errands. Some players however find the absence of quests demotivating. Wakfu does not give players much reason to go on and keep wanting to progress deeper into the game because there is nothing else important to do but fight. The entire system seems more circular than directional and some players might find themselves quitting early on. For one thing, Wakfu’s latest patch on graphics is nothing but eye-candy with smooth, clean designs accompanied by a charming musical backdrop. Area decorations could still be improved though to achieve a more distinctive look to every different place in the map. The new zoom-in function is handy and the overall visual appeal gets a two-thumbs up.Wakfu’s gameplay seems enjoyable enough for a wide range of audience, but I think it’s trying to target a younger market with its playful designs, simple mechanics and cutsie-packaging. Players looking for the usual MMO challenge could get bored with this one though because somehow, it doesn’t have much of that element that will motivate its players to keep on playing. It lacks any other things to do aside from just grinding and harvesting (lack of quests etc.), the rewards and sense of satisfaction it gives to players after completing a difficult task is very minimal, and the rate of player-progression is painfully slow and frustrating. But with Wakfu being a massive-multiplayer-online game (with online being the keyword), interacting with other players will surely make the game more exciting. The system of its community is very healthy and looks extremely promising so play and mingle with other players instead of going solo.Wakfu was constantly evolving through its long beta test to cater to every gamer’s satisfaction. And despite some flaws (that I’m sure they are working on as of the moment), I think the game still has a lot of potential to be a great MMORPG. The game is launching next Wednesday with a freemium type of model so players can get a taste of the action before signing up for premium membership. I suggest if you have a good group of friends that like tactical combat games, to hop in together because the fun factor goes way up with friends on this one.- clean designs, smooth graphics, delightful world map- healthy community- easy gameplay and controls- player-driven system and economy- very slow paced progression for players- monsters give minimal EXPs to level up- lack of quests- increased difficulty in the recent patch Graphics 4/5Controls 3/5Features 3.5/5Customization 3.5/5Community 4/5 Watch out for Indians The 11th hour Is that a flower or what In the port of Astrub Huggin' the trees Going down underground ›› More Screenshots 1:20 70% 30% Wakfu Eniripsa Class Spotlight Feb 22, 2012Views: 163 Wakfu's open beta came to a close today. Commercial launch here we come! Play Video 2:53 85% 15% Wakfu Dev Diary: PvP and War Feb 15, 2012Views: 125 Wakfu presents its Dev Diary focusing on PvP, consequences, and war. Play Video 7:27 84% 16% Wakfu Impressions w/ JamesBl0nde Feb 9, 2012Views: 849 JamesBl0nde walks us through the need to know basics of the massive world of Wakfu! Play Video ›› More Videos
他の人気文章:Dragon Saga Celebrates Valentine's Day
Tweet ... WarpPortal began their Valentine’s Day celebration this week, as hints begin to drop of the “Jump into the Action” Event coming soon, for its popular action MMORPG, Dragon Saga.In this year’s Valentine’s Day Event, Trouble in the Cookie Factory, two gangs have taken over the Cookie Factory and are preventing their world famous chocolate from being made. Players will have to make their way through this cookie factory themed instances and monsters to save the day. This event offers two all new instanced mission maps (F6 & F7), 12 New Quests, 4 New Recipes, New Costumes, and Valentine’s themed pets.In preparation for the Jump into the Action Event, WarpPortal has also extended their A Call to Arms Event. This event grants a bonus for all users between level 1-40, that play on Channel 1. These Bonuses include:Physical/Magical Defense +100%, HP 100%, MP +100%, EXP +100% Upon Character Creation: 1x +10[Normal] Darksoul weapon & +10 Underground Graveyard armors Top/BottomThese bonuses will aid players in reaching the level 40 required for the Jump into the Action Event.The Jump into the Action Event, coming February 22nd 2012, will allow players to create a new character on their account which begins play at level 40, with a full set of Anukus Armor(Lv32) and Dark Soul Weapon (Lv20~40). This character comes fully equipped and ready for battle. Jump into the Action will give players a chance to experience an all new class at mid-level or recreate their favorite class without having to start from 1. Account must have at least 1 character level 40 or higher during the event period to qualify. More details to be released 2/15. Icey dragon Hunter Werewolf Mage in Battle Tower Battle Icey Landscape 2 ›› More Screenshots No videos for Dragon Saga game yet
他の人気文章:Exclusive Jak And Daxter Behind-The-Scen
Jak And Daxter CollectionNews (3)PreviewsReviewVideos (2)ScreenshotsCheats and Walkthroughs Jak and Daxter fans, we've got a huge treat for you. The video below is an 18 minute long behind-the-scenes documentary in which Naughty Dog founders Andy Gavin, Jason Rubin and other gaming luminaries take a walk down memory lane and let us all in on the secrets behind the creation of this seminal game franchise.You'll see fascinating original concept drawings, hear from some of the most important people behind the games, and learn about the unique challenges inherent in bringing Jak and Daxter Collection to the PS3. Jak And Daxter Behind-The-Scenes Documentary Video »
他の人気文章:Mass Effect 3 In Space Video Check Out T
This morning's launch of early copies of Mass Effect 3 into space is one small step for Man, but a giant leap for... something. Okay, maybe not a giant leap, but it's pretty cool.Anyway, we've got video of the launch below.Click play to see how it all went down this morning in San Francisco. Mass Effect 3 Space Launch » As of the time of this posting, no one has picked up the copies of the game, but they've landed somewhere near HWY 1, Redwood State Park & Big Basin. Pro tip: There are a lot of huge trees there. I'd look in the top branches of one of them.Here's a gallery of the Mass Effect 3 launch.
他の人気文章:Capcom Digital Collection Announced Eigh
Capcom Digital CollectionNews (1)PreviewsReviewVideosScreenshotsCheats and Walkthroughs Capcom has announced the Xbox-exclusive Capcom Digital Collection. The Digital Collection, coming in Spring 2012, will feature eight Xbox exlcusive titles on one disc for just $39.99. The games include: 1942: Joint Strike Bionic Commando Rearmed 2 Final Fight Double Impact Flock! Rocketmen: Axis of Evil (including Rocketmen: It Came From Uranus expansion) Super Puzzle Fighter II Turbo HD Remix Super Street Fighter II Turbo HD Remix Wolf of the Battlefield: Commando 3Each game will come complete with multiplayer and achivement functions. I personally haven't even heard of several of these games. I don't think that it's a bad bundle, but if they had made a collection with Street Fighter 1, Super Stree Fighter 2 Remix, Street Fighter Alpha 3, Marvel Vs. Capcom 2, and Darkstalkers, that would have been much more appealing to me. What do you think?Source: CVG
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