f2p

‘Free-to-play’ is a term that refers to games that do not have box or download fees associated with them and do not incur a mandatory subscription. Some have optional subscriptions and are more properly referred to as hybrid F2P. Most have cash shops and microtransactions.

The Stream Team: Storming of the heroes

Mike Foster - February 26, 2015 10

In last week's MOBA Madness stream, MassivelyOP's Mike Foster struggled to figure out whether he was winning or losing matches in Blizzard Entertainment's Heroes...

Rumor: Hearthstone may be prepping a Blackrock Mountain adventure

Justin Olivetti - February 26, 2015 6

What's next for the ever-hot Hearthstone? Hearthhead reported that a data mining expedition has uncovered references to Blackrock Mountain dungeon cards, meaning that card...

Skyforge announces closed beta start and sells Founder’s Packs

Justin Olivetti - February 26, 2015 73

Skyforge wannabe deities, you may want to clear your calendar for early next month because closed beta is coming! The team announced today that...

SMITE adds the warrior Bellona to the fray

Justin Olivetti - February 25, 2015 45

SMITE has taken another giant step forward as the MOBA has introduced its first true female warrior to the champion pantheon. Bellona is a take-no-prisoners...

The Stream Team: Touring Qeynos in Landmark

MJ Guthrie - February 25, 2015 11

Who says Landmark isn't very EverQuest-y? In fact, a stroll through the sandbox right now will yield quite the assortment of Qeynos buildings thanks...

Champions Online is fiddling with costume prices

Bree Royce - February 25, 2015 48

Champions Online is still alive! How do we know? It's fiddling with its cash shop prices come March 5th. A forum post explains the...

H1Z1 devs make fun of cheaters in new vid

Jef Reahard - February 25, 2015 84

Have you been banned for cheating in H1Z1? Did you write an angry email to Daybreak expressing your remorse and/or incredulity? If so, you...

Skycastles take flight in TERA’s newest patch

Justin Olivetti - February 25, 2015 24

Hope you're not afraid of heights, for skycastles have arrived in TERA. The gravity-defying guild houses are just part of yesterday's Patch 30.09. Guilds won't...

Linkrealms reboots as an open PvP server

Justin Olivetti - February 24, 2015 8

As the name of the brand-new Phoenix server implies, Linkrealms is rising from the ashes of oblivion to deliver a fresh experience for players. Linkrealms,...

H1Z1’s Hizzy Awards showcase player achievements

Justin Olivetti - February 24, 2015 18

Now that the Oscars are over, where will award show junkies go to get their fix? Never fear: Daybreak has you covered with the...

Neverwinter coming to Xbox One on March 31

Jef Reahard - February 24, 2015 17

Perfect World has announced that Neverwinter is coming to the Xbox One on March 31st. The launch will feature all of the content from...

TERA dungeon triggers player controversy

Justin Olivetti - February 24, 2015 54

A new TERA dungeon named Ghillieglade has raised the ire of European players who discovered that the "extremely easy" instance delivers incredible rewards with...

Order and Chaos Online update adds dungeon, wheel of fortune

Justin Olivetti - February 23, 2015 7

It doesn't look like peace is coming any time soon to Order & Chaos Online. In fact, a fallen angel named Annemone has invaded...

EverQuest is getting a new progression server

Justin Olivetti - February 23, 2015 50

EverQuest has made a reputation for itself over the years as an MMO that isn't afraid to experiment with progression servers, and as such...

Runes of Magic plans server merges

Justin Olivetti - February 23, 2015 16

North America and Australia Runes of Magic players, buckle up: You're about to experience some server merger turbulence. During this period, drink service will...