[Source] As ArcheAge takes a step closer to world domination by launching in Russia later today, Trion Worlds finally provided an update for the English server. Basically, the team just returned from Korea after a week with XLGAMES, and tweaks…
Strife – Play Test Weekend opens to all gamers on 3 major OS next week
[Register] From 28th February till 2 March 2014, S2 Games is organizing The Trial of Strife: Play Test Weekend. Gamers will be able to register until 24th February 2014 to gain access into The Trial of Strife for unlimited gameplay over the play test weekend.…
ArcheAge – Official press release for launch of Russian server
[Game website] Renowned South Korea-based game developer XLGAMES is bringing highly anticipated ArcheAge to Russia. Jake Song, CEO of XLGAMES gave a speech at a press conference for around 100 journalists and major game community leader in Moscow, Russia. During…
Asiasoft – SEA behemoth buys Level Up! Philippines for USD 4.2 million
[Source] Southeast Asia publisher, Asiasoft, announced recently the complete takeover of Level Up! Philippines, a fellow games publisher in its native country. Despite being a behemoth in Southeast Asia, Asiasoft did not venture fully into Philippines until this deal happened.…
Lineage – Evergreen title gets new 8th class after 14 years of service
Despite failing in the Western market, Lineage is still very much alive in Asian countries such as South Korea, Taiwan and China. In fact, it is still developer NCsoft’s top selling product after 14 years in operations. Earlier today, a…
Wakfu Asia – Multiman sidekick arrives in Free-to-Play English server
[Game download] Every adventurer needs a sidekick; the Multiman feature is a one of a kind system that allows users to employ the help of a second to assist in combat in the world of Wakfu. What is a…
Blade & Soul – NCsoft to introduce game at special premier show
It hasn’t been long since Blade & Soul Japan was announced, and NCsoft Japan is doing very well in organizing the very first event. Dubbed the “Blade & Soul Premier Show”, it will be a live event taking somewhere in…
Webzen – Company posts 67% drop in operating profit for year ending 2013
South Korea-based gaming company, Webzen, posted its financial record for the year ending 2013 recently. While not a total disaster, operating profit did drop a hefty 67%, despite expanding its portfolio with the purchase of gPotato and introducing new games…
GunZ 2: The Second Duel – Game is now playable on Steam platform
[Download] Just a friendly reminder to everyone, GunZ 2: The Second Duel is now available on the Steam platform. I am guessing the game will be a global one with no IP block, so do inform me if I get…
Tales of Asteria – Latest game in series heading to mobile devices
Announced by Namco Bandai just a few hours ago, Tales of Asteria is the latest addition to the “Tales of” series. Launching for the iOS and Android platform later this spring (only for Japan), this mobile game will star 6…
Bless – Game content and features info for upcoming Closed Beta 1
Bless, powered by Unreal Engine 3, will be entering Closed Beta 1 in South Korea later this week. A few details of the Closed Beta 1 client were revealed earlier, including a level cap of 23, 9 zones (no loading…
MU2 – Webzen opens teaser Korean website and reveals new art image
First revealed back at G-Star 2011, Webzen finally activated the first phase for MU2’s launch by opening a Korean teaser website. Although there isn’t much information other than communicating with the local gamers, it signals the developer’s intent to launch…
Strife – 2nd generation MOBA to enter debut test phase in China next week
Developed by S2 Games, the studio behind Heroes of Newerth, Strife will be entering its debut test phase in China on 26th February, which is next week. While most expected Tencent to be the publisher, it will in fact be…
Fantasy Frontier – Familiar map introduced as new level 70 instance
Also known as Aura Kingdom for the English server, the Taiwan server introduced a new instanced zone for level 70 players last week. Known as “Otherworld – Crescent Hill”, players will have to enter this new area exterminate the whole…