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If you've ever been curious about how data analytics impacts MMO design decisions, a new interview at SWTOR Network is worth your time. Alex Tremblay, manager of analytics for BioWare's Star Wars: The Old Republic, talks about everything from architecture and the speed at which statistics can be retrieved to examples of engagement stats affecting design. "Our regular monitoring of...

I've been playing Call of Juarez: Gunslinger here lately. It's nothing special, really, but it is a competent wild west shooter that I picked up for pocket change on Steam quite a while ago. While the gameplay is overly familiar, the setting is not, and the soundtrack is pretty great, too, if you're into twangy atmospherics, slide guitars, and the like. I'd certainly...

Interested in having fun in RuneScape over the summer? The amount of stuff being added to the game over the next few months is pretty extensive, starting with the new world event pitting adventurers against the enormous Tuska. Take her out before she collides with Gielinor to earn a special warpriest set and ability to commemorate your victory. There's...

Are you on the fence about checking out The Elder Scrolls Online? If so, a new post on the official Bethesda blog might be worth reading. Or it might be marketing hype. Or both, you decide! In any case, it's basically a top seven list of things you need to know about ESO, including the fact that the game is...

In this episode, Larry, Tina, Cosmic Engine, and Jason debate what makes MMORPGs sticky and which game has done it the best.

If farming is your thing, then Albion Online may be your game. Sandbox Interactive has released a new video highlighting the feature and explaining its integral nature to the game. Even if you have no interest in conquering the world or participating in PvP, you can have a vital role. Robyn Henkys, the lead game designer, said, "The purpose...

Ever since The Secret World's debut dev livestream two weeks ago teased motorcycle mounts, players have been abuzz with anticipation. The desire for vehicles in the game stretches way back; more than two years ago I mounted a campaign to bring scooters, bicycles, and even motorcycles to the game. I just knew it could be done, and now it...

The wait for the Tree of Life is over barely after it began! The survival sandbox is now available in early access form on Steam for either $19.99 for a settler pack or $24.99 for an adventurer pack. Those who spring for the adventurer pack (or buy it as an upgrade for $7.99) get an extra hairstyle each for...

Sword Coast Legends is getting a musical boost from legendary video game composer Inon Zur. The upcoming coop RPG announced yesterday that it had signed on Zur to create a fantasy score with the help of The City of Prague Philharmonic Orchestra. Game Director Dan Tudge said that this match will benefit the title greatly: "It's wonderful to see Inon...

It's been a while since we've talked about Stronghold Kingdoms, a veteran MMORTS our writers have previously praised for its casual-friendliness, community, and stability. If you've been itching to give an MMORTS a try, then it's your lucky day because we've got 100 Stronghold Kingdoms gift pack codes to give out to 100 readers, courtesy of developer and publisher FireFly Studios. Gift pack...