What’s Next After World of Warcraft?

With the success of World of Warcraft by Blizzard some of us are wondering if there will be another online game to be developed by Blizzard. Fortunately, the answer is yes. Before you start to be excited of a possible Starcraft game or Diablo game, I am telling you now that it is a possibility but it might not happen. One thing is sure though, it won’t be another World of Warcraft game.

Iztik Ben Bassat, the vice president of development, revealed that Blizzard will develop another online game. He said, the project will be revealed years from now but definitely not more than a decade. The only hint he gave the British film magazine empire is that it will be [I Quote] “something innovative and new that really brings entertainment to another level.”

Did I mention there will be a World of Warcraft movie too? No details yet but he did say that Blizzard is “pushing” for it.

The Doctor gets a Column in Game! Magazine Blog

Recently, I was given a spot as a Columnist for the Game! Blog in Game Magazine’s Website. I am truly honored in this opportunity given to me. I can finally blog out my thoughts regarding games on public. I am required to give atleast 4-6 blog articles each week.

Hoping for your support on this matter. Just Visit the Game! Website every now and then.

Granado Espada: Free to Play?

Some news came to me. It appears that Granado Espada will be free to play. This is really weird since it’s not F2P in Korea or so I think. More news to come.

In 2001, K2 Network was founded on the belief that the community experience of Massively Multiplayer Online Games (MMOGs) will become one of the most significant forms of online entertainment in the 21st Century.

K2 Network has since distinguished itself by aggregating highly addictive, engaging properties from 3rd party developers and publishers worldwide to serve gamers in the Western Hemisphere.

By leveraging the company’s knowledge and expertise in publishing, operation, infrastructure, and services, K2 Network is poised to become the leading service provider of the largest and the most active online communities in the global online games market.

To fulfill this mission, we must meet the discerning needs of our community:

Free2Play™
Quality Customer Service (24/7, Multi-Lingual Support)
Creative Pricing & Flexible Payment Options
Tighter Control on Hacks and Cheats
World Class Hosting and Connection Speed
Incorporation of User Driven Contents
Exciting New Events & Frequent Updates
Ability to Purchase Performance Enhancing In-Game Items

At K2 Network, we believe that the key of a successful MMOG is its community.

With keeping gamers first in mind, we are committed to delivering the best online community experience ever on the Internet.”

Scions of Fate Beta Launch Revealed

After much waiting, I have received word that Scions of Fate (Yulgang Online) will now begin their Beta Testing this 2007. According to their website, Beta Testing will begin on January 15, 2007. However it will only be open for a limited time. The first 5k keys will be accepted on the 1^st wave of Beta Testing.

The Schedule is as follows:

January 15 – 19 (5000 Digital Keys)
Server time: 2pm – 9pm
Test Objectives: Bug and Stability Test

January 22 – 26 (8000 Digital Keys)
Server time: 24 Hours
Test objectives: Ranking, PVP Test, item distribution
Special feature: All characters will be level 70 complete with items and premium items for testing.

January 29 – February 2 (All participants)
General Overall testing

Key distribution sites:

http://www.mmorpg.com
http://www.girlzgametoo.com
http://www.betawatcher.com
http://www.mmosite.com
http://www.gamershell.com
http://www.qjnet.com
http://www.evilavatar.com
http://www.warcry.com
http://onrpg.com
http://www.tentonhammer.com
http://stratics.com
http://www.mmogamez.com
http://fateplayer.com

TDP Exclusive: Level Up! Games to get Perfect World

Last December 12, 2006, Level Up! Games and Beijing Perfect World Company had a Grand Signing Ceremony. It is for the acquisition of the English version of the game Perfect World by the Beijing Perfect World Co.

What is Perfect World?

Perfect World is a great fantastic 3D online game presented by Beijing Perfect World Co., Ltd. It cost the company over 30 million RMB and was accomplish within three years. Starting from a Chinese traditional myth that Pangu (Chinese ancestor) built sky, land and human, the game creates a particularly historical space and brings players into an age-old, mysterious and undiscovered world with epic background and grandiose story contents.

　 　Developed on the base of Perfect World’s patented Element 3D engine, Perfect World presents our players a real 3D space with its 3D seamless huge map. Perfect World brought players the concept of 3D online game with the theme creating world for the first time. Players will experience great fun of team work and creating world. All these functions are able to enhance the interaction between game and players and bring them novel and infinite fun.

Screenshots and Videos to follow soon.