Probably 1 of the most complained and worst features in the original Final Fantasy XIV Online, the gathering and crafting system is getting simplified in A Realm Reborn. I shall not further explain, as the video does really explain itself…
ArcheAge – Physical marketing begins at Gangnam
After announcing the Open Beta date yesterday for ArcheAge Korea, developer and publisher XLGAMES has moved on to physically marketing the game. The first spotted campaign is at the Gangnam Station of Seoul Subway Line 2, where a mesmerizing 3D…
MapleStory: Unlimited – Demon Avenger preparing to descend
On 20th December, MapleStory Korea will be getting Part 2 of its Winter 2012-2013 update, with the powerful Demon Avenger making his appearance. Similar to all of the newer classes, he will have his own storyline and strong skill combos.…
Black Desert – Native Korean publisher announced
Black Desert has finally confirmed a publisher for its native Korean server. Developer Pearl Abyss, led by veterans of games such as C9, revealed that Daum Communications will be hosting the game, with more game content being revealed come next…
The Secret World – Game cancels monthly subscription model
[Announcement] In short, The Secret World has gone Buy-to-Play (B2P), similar to Guild Wars and Guild Wars 2. For 1 price (USD30 / €30 / £24.99), players may now enjoy all the game’s content. And of course enjoy spending on…
Hawken – Unreal Engine 3 mecha shooter enters Open Beta today
[Game website] 4 hours from the time this post appears, that is. Developed using Unreal Engine 3, Hawken is 1 of 2 mecha PvP games to launch recently, with the other being MechWarrior Online. I have to say, I…
PlayStation 3 – Sony cancels console certification for China
While I do not usually post about consoles, an interesting news popped up in the China gaming forums today. With some neat CSI skills, a gamer found out that Sony Computer Entertainment has cancelled its 3C certification bid to finally…
RIFT – Developer announces workforce reduction
RIFT developer, Trion Worlds, earlier announced that the company went through a round of staff layoffs “in response to market conditions, product timelines and the natural evolution of our company”. It was estimated by various websites that around 30 to…
ArcheAge – Open Beta date finally confirmed
Earlier today, developer XLGAMES held an event to reveal more details about the upcoming Open Beta phase for ArcheAge Korea. It has been several months since Closed Beta 5 ended, and players were getting pretty anxious. Open Beta has been…
Disney Interactive – Expanding Asia MMO influence with studio purchase
Disney earlier announced the capture of South Korean games developer, Studio EX, which somewhat surprised the industry. Studio EX has yet to have any matured title, although it has an US office as well. Its most notable title might be…
Burst Sky – Classic arcade style shooter goes online
1 of the rare genres which is seldom developed for the online gaming platform, classic arcade shooters seem to be unpopular with MMO developers all these years. China’s no.2 MMO company, NetEase, just announced 1 of their own, roughly translated…
Infinity Hero – New PvE gameplay trailer released
First revealed right after G*Star 2012, Infinity Hero is a new MMORPG primarily developed in China. Using the best elements of League of Legends (heroes and more heroes) and Torchlight II (bright isometric world), Infinity Hero is looking to conquer…
Gundam Online – Namco Bandai confirms Open Beta date
After almost a year of testing in Japan, the Open Beta date for Gundam Online has been set for 19th December 2012, which is a little over 1 week away. On 17th December, there will be a pre-Open Beta phase…
The King of Fighters Online – Game back on track with 2013 release
After 6 months of silence from Korean developer Dragonfly, it was announced today that The King of Fighters Online will finally be seeing a 2013 release on the company’s re-designed portal. First announced way back in 2009, it is unknown…