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Rudolph Comes to Priston Tale with a Job for Everyone
Dec 21st
Classic MMORPG Celebrates Christmas the Old School Way TORONTO, ON December 21, 2011–Priston Tale, the classic 3D fantasy MMORPG published in North America by Wicked Interactive, celebrates the holidays the Old School way, with Rudolph and Frosty and a special Christmas adventure, as well as a new map and other surprises.
THE CHALLENGE:
Rudolph has just rolled into the Priston Continent. Your job? Find him the seven unique items that fell off his sleigh. If you do, he will give you a special prize.
Watch out, though. To obtain these items players will need to defeat the snowmen hiding among regular monsters in each map. So get your friends together and earn your reward from Rudolph!
MORE SURPRISES:
Along with this patch is an enhancement to the new Ice Mine map. The 108-item drop rates have been increased for all monsters.
Finally, the daily quest experience has been increased. Hint: Talk to Hunter Owen, who can be found in Ricarten and Pillai. You’ll be rewarded even more for completing his quests!
GET DOWN WITH THE HOLIDAY FUN:
Priston Tale is a free to play MMORPG that centers on a real-time battle system. The game Tale is perhaps one of the oldest free MMORPGs out there. More >
Explore the lands of Galgaron – Official Closed Beta Test Has Begun
Dec 19th
Berlin, 12-19-2011 – The first closed beta test for ELIGIUM- The Chosen One, the newest MMORPG from Frogster, begins today at 16:00 CET. Players fortunate enough to get their hands on one of the limited beta keys can start their adventure today – a little present before Christmas.
Pandaring to the Masses The closed beta will run until the 18th January 2012. During that time players will be able to sample a selection of ELIGIUM‟s many features and raise one of three selectable races to level 45, the level cap for the closed beta. Players who are waiting to follow the path of the brave Panda will have to practice the art of patience and await the second phase of beta testing where the Panda will make its glorious entrance. Knowing the Panda, this will be hard to miss.
To accompany the launch of the closed beta Frogster has also prepared a special ELIGIUM presentation video which gives players a run through of the game‟s key features, such as the skills and virtues, to help players get to grips with their new world.
You can still register on the main website to participate in one of the upcoming beta key waves, as well More >
Gala Networks Europe Celebrates Christmas
Dec 19th
In-Game Events Revealed, MMO Operator also Passes 20 Million Users Worldwide
Dublin, Ireland – December 19th, 2011 – The Gala Group, a leading publisher of free-to-play MMO games and operator of the gPotato portals across the world, has announced that it now has over 20 million registered users worldwide. Gala Networks Europe, the EU subsidiary of Gala Networks, has also shown remarkable growth throughout 2011, contributing significantly to the Gala group’s total.
Nicolas Pajot, COO, Gala Networks Europe comments: “Passing 20 million users is a fantastic milestone for the Gala Group and we’re hugely proud to have contributed to building a loyal user base for free-to-play titles, that continues to grow year-on-year.” He continues, “We’re also proud that our choice of free-to-play MMO titles has found a substantial audience in Europe – with AAA games like Allods Online, Dragonica and Terra Militaris all contributing to our success, we’re equally proud to be running the best range of Christmas events that we have ever had. We look forward to even more growth as we gear up to betas for Age of Wulin and SEVENCORE in 2012.”
Coinciding with the run-up to Christmas, Gala Networks Europe is celebrating reaching this milestone with a series of More >
PRISTON TALE 2 REVEALS COLOSSEUM MODE UPDATE
Dec 15th
New Video Details Changes in the Upcoming Update
Toronto, CANADA-December 15, 2011-Game Bridger Entertainment, a global publisher of interactive online entertainment media and the proprietor of the GamerKraft global free-to-play gaming portal, released today a video preview of a forthcoming update to their hit MMORPG, Priston Tale 2: The Second Enigma. The video details new content, updates, and improvements to be included as part of a future update that will also introduce the brand new PvP-focused "Colosseum Mode". For more information regarding this expansive update, visit the Priston Tale 2 homepage at: http://www,pristontale2.com.
The Colosseum is a new PvP-focused mode that introduces level-based matchmaking and a new environment for players to battle in. The Colosseum walls house items of peril like lightning bolts, feral tigers, and vicious guards that will add dynamic elements to any PvP battle! Players will earn points based on their performance in the Colosseum to put towards the purchase of exclusive new armor sets.
The Colosseum update will also include updated quests for both low and high level players, new items and area-of-effect skills, a revamped skill tree, and many other additions and improvements.
For more information regarding the Priston Tale 2: The Second Enigma, visit the game’s official More >
CROSS FIRE DELIVERS HOLIDAY CHEER WITH ITS LATEST UPDATE
Dec 15th
New Holiday Update Features the New UNSF Character, 3 New Maps, 7 New Guns, and 12 Days of In-Game Events!
Toronto, CANADA – December 15th, 2011 -G4BOX Inc., a North American publisher and distributor of interactive online entertainment media, released today an update for its free-to-play military shooter, Cross Fire. The free update features the new UNSF character, three new maps in Elimination, Ghost, and Zombie modes, 7 new weapons, and Holiday-themed items and equipment. To mark the release of this festive update, Z8Games is hosting a special "12 Days of Cross Fire" event in which players can complete daily challenges for in-game rewards. For current players, the update will download automatically upon launching Cross Fire. New players can download and play the game for free from: http://crossfire.z8games.com.
Cross Fire’s holiday-themed December update brings back the annual fan favorite Holiday Elimination Mode map, in addition to two new maps: Venice, an expansive Zombie Mode map, and Bio Facility an all-new Ghost Mode map. The update also introduces the new United Nations Security Force (UNSF) character, available now for purchase from the Cross Fire in-game and web item malls. The Holiday update also brings with it a full arsenal of new weaponry, including the More >
BRAWL BUSTERS OFFICIALLY LAUNCHES
Dec 15th
Busters Rejoice With An All-New Boss Battle Mode, A New City Hall Map, Festive Attire And Weapons And Much More
Markham, Canada – December 15, 2011 – Rock Hippo Productions announced today that Brawl Busters, the hotly-anticipated free2play online multiplayer action game, has officially launched. With the official launch, Rock Hippo Productions has released a brand new exciting trailer alongside scrumptious screenshots featuring festive new accessories and attire, a new City Hall Map and a new Boss Battle Mode. To check out the action packed online game, players can visit www.BrawlBusters.com and join in the mayhem.
Getting into the holiday spirit is easy with Brawl Busters! Players can dress up in festive Santa Claus outfits, or they could deck the halls with themed Yuletide weapons to ensure all the naughty boys and girls straighten up before present time arrives.
Ready to kick butt and chew bubble gum at the same time? You may want to reconsider after watching this trailer! The first Boss Battle revealed for Brawl Busters is the dreaded "Bubble Yum." He may look tasty, but don’t let his meek appearance deceive you. This huge pink monstrosity isn’t going to make things easy, and you especially need to watch out for Bubble Yum’s nauseating More >
Meet the Classes in New Sci-Fi FPS Repulse
Dec 15th
SANTA CLARA, Calif. – Dec 15, 2011 – Aeria Games, a leading global publisher of free-to-play online games, today revealed new screenshots highlighting the classes in Repulse, its latest sci-fi themed first person shooter (FPS) title.
Repulse sizzles with heart-pounding, fast-paced combat and edge-of-your-seat FPS action. The latest screenshot release highlights Repulse’s selection of classes: play as the deadly Sniper, the versatile Assault soldier, or the steady Engineer. Each class is capable of the game’s signature boost and wall jump moves; choosing a class only further refines your tactical abilities in the game. Gear up each class with specialized helmets, armors, and weaponry to take advantage of new maneuvers and combat tactics. As an added bonus, players looking to test out and utilize different abilities can swap between classes before re-spawning.
Each Repulse class features these unique abilities:
Sniper – Activate cloaking to turn invisible while stalking your enemies with a high-powered sniper rifle (equipped with a useful scope-zoom mechanism). Assault – Perform high-tech dodges, rocket boosts, and other thrilling tactical maneuvers to give your soldier the upper hand in combat. Engineer – Fire the same gun to heal your teammates during battle, or blast away enemies! Equip a special Engineer helmet to More >
Kill3rCombo Releases Significant New Content, Holiday Promotions for Online Action Side-Scrolling Game Elsword
Dec 14th
IRVINE, Calif. – Dec. 14, 2011 - In tune with the spirit of the season, massively multiplayer online (MMO) game Elsword is giving players the gift of fresh content by offering additional levels, character job classes and updated features. Players can also cash-in on holiday deals this month by visiting www.elswordonline.com, to sign up for a special five day newsletter giving them advance notice of seasonal sale items.
Leveling Up
Players who have adopted the newly-added character Eve as their melee combat queen are in for a bonus upon reaching level 35, as they will now be able to choose between two kick-ass jobs classes: Code Nemesis and Code Empress. While either option increases Eve’s power, Code Nemesis focuses on upgrading her weaponry into stronger firearms and blades, making her a more lethal damage dealer. Code Empress gains an additional robotic servant she can summon, named Ophelia. Using the deadly duo of Oberon and Ophelia together, Eve has even more combo tricks up her sleeve.
Players who want a sneak peak at the action before making their decision can view an all-new trailer here: http://www.youtube.com/user/ElswordUS
In addition, the long-awaited final levels of the Feita world will become available on December 21, allowing Elsword and More >
SG Interactive Introduces Rufus – Vicious New Gun-for-hire inGrand Chase: Chaos
Dec 14th
Rough Up Baddies for Bounty with the Latest Fighter to Join the Game
Irvine, Calif. – Dec. 14, 2011 – SG Interactive is unveiling a mysterious character in its massively multiplayer online role-playing game (MMORPG), Grand Chase: Chaos. Rufus Wilde, a bounty hunter with a checkered past, brings a whole new style of combat for players to master: with the deadly firearm Eyetooth, Rufus excels at delivering close and mid-range attacks and stunning enemies with powerful, summoned weapons. Fans of Grand Chase: Chaos can preview Rufus now, before his debut on Tuesday, Dec. 20, and new users can sign up to check out the latest addition to the game, by registering for a free account at the game’s official page.
After being abandoned and driven by his resentment towards his estranged father, Rufus Wilde set out to surpass his father’s abilities and become one of the world’s greatest bounty hunters. He spent many years as a lone wolf honing his skills and perfecting his deadly trade, and after the end of a lengthy pursuit in the Mundane World, Rufus prepared to return to the Underworld until he suddenly discovered an enigmatic blue flame. Now, players can help the gun-for-hire uncover the mystery More >
THE REAL AND THE DIGITAL WORLD COLLIDE ONCE AGAIN IN JOYMAX'S "JOY TO THE WORLD" UPDATE WITH CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY EVENTS
Dec 13th
Exclusive Digimon & Digimon Reinforcement System Add To The Festive Cheer
December 13, 2011— Joymax, leading online game developer and publisher, today announced the "Joy to the World" holiday event for their popular MMORPG, Digimon Masters is now live. The latest content update will showcase a variety of exciting new features including the first appearance of UlforceVeedramon in the Digital World, alongside a fun Christmas event running now until January 10th. Players can experience all the action for themselves by downloading and playing the game for free on the Joymax portal at http://www.joymax.com/portal.
Based on the wildly successful Digimon anime series, Digimon Masters takes players on a raucous ride as they complete quests while acquiring new Mercenary Eggs and leveling up both their character and Partner Digimon as well as acquire new Digimon by hatching a variety of eggs. The update brings in two additional Mercenary Eggs, which must be hatched using data found throughout the Digital World. WarGreymon stomps onto the scene and is joined by UlforceVeedramon, who will make its first ever worldwide appearance and will be exclusive to the global Digimon Masters game – this is the only place to capture this elusive and highly desirable companion!
The content update More >