League of Legends – Popular MOBA poised to be top global earner in 2014

Poised to take over China’s CrossFire which held the throne last year, League of Legends is now the top worldwide earner for 2014 (Jan to Sep) in the MMO category. The final annual numbers have yet to be calculated since there…

NCsoft – WildStar developer takes major hit with latest round of layoffs

NCsoft just revealed that layoffs have hit the Western offices, including Carbine Studios, developer of WildStar. However, ArenaNet, developer of Guild Wars 2 and subsidiary of NCsoft, remains unaffected by this round of layoffs. Looks like Blade & Soul for…

World of Speed – The iconic McLaren F1 joins the racing roster

[Beta register] Slightly Mad Studios and publisher My.com released a brand-new trailer earlier today, welcoming the McLaren F1 to World of Speed’s extensive racing roster. The McLaren F1 is one of the most iconic cars of all-time and often said that…

World in Audition – Closed Beta is now live for new rhythm game

[Game website] Asiasoft today announced the dancing game, World in Audition, has entered Closed Beta and will be available to players till 27 October 2014, 0900hrs (GMT +8). Asiasoft has also launched a poll to invite players to vote for…

Armored Warfare – Preview trailer showcases the icy Cold Strike map

[Beta register] Obsidian Entertainment and My.com released a new video today, along with screenshots that detail one of Armored Warfare’s most chilling maps, Cold Strike. Cold Strike is a distinct winter map with blizzards, decreased visibility and muddy roads, as seen…

Sudden Attack M: Duel League – Nexon Korea launches mobile shooter

Nexon Korea is looking to beef up its mobile offering, with shooter title Sudden Attack M: Duel League launching on the Android platform recently. Developed by Nexon GT, the game will feature a more cartoon-ish design compared to the more matured…

MU2 – Developer blog posts reveal new images for upcoming sequel

With Webzen not taking part in next month’s G-Star 2014, the team for MU2 has taken to its own developer blog to keep fans updated for the sequel. Over the past few weeks, several teaser images were posted, giving the…

Hearthstone – Smartphone versions delayed till early next year

In a recent development update posted by the Hearthstone team, it was mentioned that the iPhone and Android phone version will only be ready “early next year”. It seems the team is finding it challenging to fit Hearthstone into palm-size…

Legend of Edda: Global Edition – 2nd content update is arriving this week

[More details] Global publisher JC Planet recently revealed the forthcoming update for Legend of Edda: Global Edition on 22nd October, which is arriving 2 weeks earlier than scheduled. Features of the new expansion are new instances, features, level cap and etc. with…

Civilization Online – XLGAMES ready to showcase new game at G-Star

Earlier today, South Korea studio XLGAMES revealed the concept design of its booth at G-Star 2014 next month. The focus will solely be on its hybrid action and strategy title, Civilization Online, which is developed in conjunction with IP owner 2K…

Sword Art Online: Code Register – Official game trailer revealed

After the TV commercial trailer was uploaded last month, Namco Bandai Games recently revealed the full official game trailer for Sword Art Online: Code Register. Set to launch later this year in Japan, Sword Art Online: Code Register will be…

World in Audition – Preview for upcoming dance game by Asiasoft

[Game website] As an online gamer, I have not necessarily spent much time in casual titles, including rhythmic games such as Audition Online. However, they are really popular in Southeast Asia, with publisher Asiasoft currently holding a live Alpha event…

Dragon Slayer – Game updated with Japanese voiceovers and new class

Developed by X-Legend, the Taiwanese studio behind games such as Aura Kingdom and Eden Eternal, the Taiwan server of Dragon Slayer recently got updated with authentic Japanese seiyuu voiceovers for the game NPCs. I have played in the Alpha test, which…

SevenCore – Webzen launching global English version next month

Webzen today announced free-to-play MMORPG SevenCore will be available on its global game portal Webzen.com on Tuesday, 4th November (Universal Standard Time). Any player with an active Webzen account will be able to access SevenCore. Players can create a free Webzen account here.…