Multiplayer RTS Games

Many real-time strategy games now have multiplayer options that allow you to wage war over the Internet. In most cases you are required to gather resources, research new technology, build up an army, and use it to vanquish your enemy. The player limit is typically between 6 and 12. A game's popularity is not the only consideration for inclusion on this list, which based in part on my opinion and your feedback. These are games I would recommend today, so with a few exceptions, it emphasizes recent titles over classics. Feel free to let me know if I've missed something. Sequels can be risky because some people want unique and innovative changes, while others want the game to stay close to its roots. StarCraft 2 manages to walk that fine line nicely, bringing the franchise into the 21st...

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Online Games of Skill

It's common knowledge that you can gamble online, but games of skill are also becoming a very popular way to put your money where your mouse is. Along with the usual single-player Web games that offer cash prizes, a growing number of sites are now letting users compete for a wager in multiplayer games and tournaments. As enjoyable as a free game of online chess or pool can be, having a little money riding on the outcome can certainly make it more thrilling. Casual games and traditional board games are the mainstay of this industry, which earns revenue by several means, including both through advertising and competition entry fees. Word games like Bookworm and puzzle games like Bejeweled are quite popular. Arcade, trivia, and card games are also frequently played for a wager or prizes....

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Roleplaying and Romance

When you're in an online world with thousands of other players, matters of the heart will inevitably arise, even if the game itself has nothing to do with romance. In any large enough group of people there will be those who are looking for love, those who are celebrating their love together, and those with an interest in expressing themselves in erotic ways. This is a quick look at how romance manifests itself in many massively multiplayer online games. Meeting Places On rare occasions, it actually does happen that two people find each other in the game, meet in real life, and go on to live happily ever after. While MMORPG players are predominantly male, there are women that play. I'd guess that on average, it's still well below 20 percent in most games, which is something to think about...

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Review of Wizard 101

You're a young wizard being trained in the ways of magic at the Ravenwood School of Magical Arts under the watchful eye of headmaster Ambrose. As you learn to harness mystical powers, you'll be tasked with saving the school from the evil Malistaire Drake. Sound like Harry Potter? Well, it is a lot like Harry Potter, at least up to a point. Wizard101 is an online game for kids that has many of the trappings of an adult MMORPG built around an unusual card-based combat system, and it has been capturing the imagination of people of all ages. Many elements of larger online RPGs are present in Wizard101. After creating a character you'll find yourself...

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WoW Mounts

There are a large number of mounts available in World of Warcraft, and more are added to the game on a regular basis. The total is currently around 200, although that includes different color variations on the same mount model. Mounts speed up travel through the world and are highly coveted possessions within Azeroth. Most of the mounts in World of Warcraft are listed here, but there are likely still some missing, or some that have been discontinued. A single character can collect many different mounts, and flying mounts were introduced with the Burning Crusade expansion. There are numerous way to acquire a mount; they can be purchased...

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Wrath of the Lich King FAQ

Now that the Wrath of the Lich King expansion for World of Warcraft is live, many people are wondering what it has to offer and where to get started. Here are some answers for those who want to get the most out of the new content for this ever-popular MMORPG. Can I purchase and/or download Wrath of the Lich King online? Yes, you can now upgrade your account and download the game client on the official site. What are the system requirements for Wrath of the Lich King? PC System Requirements Minimum - Windows XP (Service Pack 3), Windows Vista (Service Pack 1) - Intel Pentium 4 1.3 GHz or AMD Athlon XP 1500+ - 512 MB RAM (1 GB for Vista...

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Castle Empire Closed Beta

Browser-based strategy games seem to be growing in popularity, and Ubisoft is getting in on the action with Castle Empire. The game lets you build a medieval kingdom, explore, and go to battle with neighboring kingdoms. Developed by the team responsible for the Settlers series, Castle Empire uses a similar art style, and it goes by the name The Settles Online in Europe. The game will be free-to-play when it launches. View the original article h...

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More Diablo 3 Details Emerge

Blizzard has been revealing new information about Diablo 3 that have fans buzzing, particularly over the proposed real money auction house and the requirement of a constant Internet connection. The auction will operate alongside a game currency auction, and will allow player-to-player trades for real money, with Blizzard taking a cut of the proceeds. They have no plans to sell items directly to players through the auction at this point, although they are considering making some cosmetic items available. Only a handful of games have tried something like this, and it could really go over well with a game of this stature. The need for a constant...

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Bodycount - Hands-on Preview

It can be really disheartening when you try your level best only to be slapped in the face with the news that you simply aren’t good enough. In Bodycount, Codemaster’s latest first-person shooter, that was ever apparent as we ended our first ever mass slaughter of hundreds of local militia by earning a measly Grade “D” in the end of level rankings. Needless to say, this didn’t feel reward enough considering our confident gung-ho approach and willingness to tackle some ferocious A.I. head on. There is, however, a good lesson to be learned from our mistaken view that Bodycount is a game that merely involves aiming, firing and running like you've...

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MapleStory end its Chaos update series with new content

MapleStory has finished the Chaos series, and Nexon has presented Age of Triumph, a huge update that brings new content exclusively to those players who traverse Maple World on Global MapleStory servers. Age of Triumph is a new update that bring to the players an entirely new story line called the Silent Crusade. This full length quest for players level 37-110 introduces a battle force that specializes in eliminating Master Monsters, a faction of enemies never before seen in MapleStory. Throughout their journey through the Silent Crusade, players will be introduced to new NPCs that will aid them along their quest, including one character...

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Latest Room Escape Game From Abroy: Beneath Oval Cabinet

After Da Vinci Mystery, here is Beneath Oval Cabinet, the latest Room Escape game from Abroy. “This time you are trapped under the oval cabinet. It is said that there might be some angry ghost so make your way out as fast as you can!” Have fun! View the original article h...

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Battle Stance – Human Campaign A Real-Time Strategy Game

After invading the Land of Men, the orcs have settled all across it. Stand up against their armies and face them in battlefield, in Battle Stance – Human Campaign, a real time strategy game. Build up an army by killing orcs and freeing our people held hostage. Have fun! View the original article h...

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The Online FPS Crossfire arrives to Europe

The Online FPS Crossfire arrives to Europe SG Interactive, has revealed that Crossfire Europe, a free online FPS, in coming to Europe very soon, with a Closed Beta Test scheduled to begin on  Aug. 31, 2011. Crossfire is a popular online game, setting an  impressive record of 2.8 million concurrent users across the world. In Crossfire Europe, players join mercenary teams fighting  for dominance in a world overrun by terrorists and dominated by massive  corporations. With deeply competitive gameplay fueled by rankings,  leaderboards and clans, as well as plenty of diverse maps and modes, Crossfire Europe takes death...

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Boulder Crash: A Flash Remake By Mirko Ruto

Back to the Emerald Mines! Boulder Crash is a Flash remake by Mirko Ruto of the classic arcade puzzle game Boulder Dash. Use the arrow keys to move, space for action and ESC to abort or pause. Have fun! View the original article h...

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Experimental Shooter

Experimental Shooter is a puzzle shooter from Vitalii Zlotskii that features 21 levels of different gameplay. “Each level has a very unique set of rules and goals. But you will have to figure out the rules and goals on your own! Hint: The level name gives a hint for what the level is about and how to solve it.” Have fun! View the original article h...

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Black Prophecy: Launch Time

Gamigo has announced the North American launch of free-to-play sci fi space combat MMO BLACK PROPHECY. The “Successful” Open Beta has concluded and now is the time to fly into the universe Germany’s Reakktor Media has created. Burnt out on EVE? Sad you’ll never play JUMPGATE 2? This may be right up your space alley. Black Prophecy - she's a looker. “Black Prophecy is the first Sci-Fi Space MMOG that dares the step towards action-oriented gameplay from a third-person and first person perspective. Begin your journey into space and experience fast-paced real-time action as a fighter pilot in countless hazardous missions and epic battles....

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HILG – Eitini

Eitini is another Room Escape game from HILG, the author of P-Diver, C Sensor 2, Roof Escape 2, JROOM, Camel Eye, Favorite, Anonymous, Alloy and many more games. Click the yellow button in the bottom left corner of the game window to switch between Japanese and English. Have fun! View the original article h...

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Rat of Hamelin 4: Latest Minoto's Point' n' Click Adventure

Fans of Minoto, rejoice: Rat of Hamelin 4, the latest Minoto’s Point’n’Click Adventure game is live! If you enjoy this game, don’t forget to check out Rat of Hamelin 3, 2, 1, The Pied Pier of Hamelin, The Blue Bird,  A Dog of Flanders, Ikkyusan, God of Poverty, Kintarou, The Wizard of Oz 4, 3, 2, 1, The Boy Who Cried Wolf and many more by the same author! Have fun! View the original article h...

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Growl! Beastlord Class Arriving for EverQuest II

At the recent SOE Fan Faire in Las Vegas Sony unveiled the new Beastlord class planned for EVERQUEST II. The new class will likely arrive hand-in-hand with the “Age of Discovery” expansion due this fall. You can already play a Beastlord in the original EVERQUEST where some players find it an overpowered mix of Shaman and Brawler with an angry pet in tow. Sounds cool! Beastlord class on the way for EverQuest II this fall. That's a big puppy! Check out the official site and EQ Wire for lots of juicy, additional news. View the original article h...

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