Internet Games: Most Popular Articles
These articles are the most popular over the last month.
Free Online Pinball
They will never be quite like the old arcade pinball machines with roll digits, but online pinball simulations are getting incredibly realistic and there are no quarters required. Free pinball has become a way for companies to promote their brand and encourage people to visit their Web sites.
They will never be quite like the old arcade pinball machines with roll digits, but online pinball simulations are getting incredibly realistic and there are no quarters required. Free pinball has become a way for companies to promote their brand and encourage people to visit their Web sites.
Video Cards for Gaming
Every experienced gamer is familiar with constantly escalating hardware demands of the latest games. These PC graphics cards will help get your frame rate back up to tolerable levels whether you're upgrading or building a new system.
Every experienced gamer is familiar with constantly escalating hardware demands of the latest games. These PC graphics cards will help get your frame rate back up to tolerable levels whether you're upgrading or building a new system.
Multiplayer FPS Action Games
First-person shooters have long been a dominant force in online gaming, especailly on the PC. If you need some fast multiplayer FPS action, these are some of the top games currently available.
First-person shooters have long been a dominant force in online gaming, especailly on the PC. If you need some fast multiplayer FPS action, these are some of the top games currently available.
Multiplayer RTS Games
Many real-time strategy games for the PC 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.
Many real-time strategy games for the PC 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.
PC Graphics Card
Whether you are considering an upgrade to your current system, or you want your new system to be able the latest games, here are some things you should know before buying a video card for gaming.
Whether you are considering an upgrade to your current system, or you want your new system to be able the latest games, here are some things you should know before buying a video card for gaming.
Top MMO Action Games
Some massively multiplayer games focus on fast-paced action and historical simulation rather than roleplaying. These titles tend to blend a small amount of roleplaying with an ample amount of FPS and simulation style combat in large online play areas with hundereds of players.
Some massively multiplayer games focus on fast-paced action and historical simulation rather than roleplaying. These titles tend to blend a small amount of roleplaying with an ample amount of FPS and simulation style combat in large online play areas with hundereds of players.
PC vs. Console
In recent years consoles have become a viable alternative for online gamers, with services like Xbox Live growing at a brisk pace. The latest generation of consoles are more attractive than ever, but the PC remains a dominant force in online gaming. Although I'm sure many households now have both PCs and consoles, here is a quick comparison for anyone trying to decide between the two.
In recent years consoles have become a viable alternative for online gamers, with services like Xbox Live growing at a brisk pace. The latest generation of consoles are more attractive than ever, but the PC remains a dominant force in online gaming. Although I'm sure many households now have both PCs and consoles, here is a quick comparison for anyone trying to decide between the two.
Wizard101 Review
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. 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.
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. 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.
Fantasy MMORPGs
In these fantasy-themed MMORPGs games you create a character, don a sword or a spellbook, and venture off into a persistent online world in search of experience points. An Internet connection is required and they typically charge a monthly subscription fee for access.
In these fantasy-themed MMORPGs games you create a character, don a sword or a spellbook, and venture off into a persistent online world in search of experience points. An Internet connection is required and they typically charge a monthly subscription fee for access.
Free Tower Defense Games
Tower defense games have been growing in popularity at a rapid rate ever since the success of Flash Element Tower Defense and Desktop Tower Defense in 2007. Essentially, you have to destroy multiple waves of oncoming hostiles (creeps) by placing defensive towers on the map. These towers can typically be upgraded and in some games, used to force the enemy to take a longer path. Here are my favorite free browser-based tower defense games.
Tower defense games have been growing in popularity at a rapid rate ever since the success of Flash Element Tower Defense and Desktop Tower Defense in 2007. Essentially, you have to destroy multiple waves of oncoming hostiles (creeps) by placing defensive towers on the map. These towers can typically be upgraded and in some games, used to force the enemy to take a longer path. Here are my favorite free browser-based tower defense games.
Using Voice Chat
While there are still some die-hard speed typers among us, the keyboard is giving way to headsets and microphones as voice becomes the preferred way to communicate in online games. These software and hardware options can take team play to the next level.
While there are still some die-hard speed typers among us, the keyboard is giving way to headsets and microphones as voice becomes the preferred way to communicate in online games. These software and hardware options can take team play to the next level.
Counter-Strike Tips
General strategies for competing more successfully in Counter-Strike and other multiplayer FPS games. The basics can make a big difference when there's a bullet coming your way hard and fast. (Page 1)
General strategies for competing more successfully in Counter-Strike and other multiplayer FPS games. The basics can make a big difference when there's a bullet coming your way hard and fast. (Page 1)
Top Multiplayer PC Games 2007
It was an extraordinary year for PC games, particularly first-person shooters. It's torture to have to choose between great titles like Team Fortress 2, Call of Duty 4, Quake Wars, Unreal Tournament 3, and Crysis, even if you can afford more than one of them. There were some excellent releases in other genres as well, notably The Burning Crusade expansion back in January, and World in Conflict, a fresh approach to real-time strategy.
It was an extraordinary year for PC games, particularly first-person shooters. It's torture to have to choose between great titles like Team Fortress 2, Call of Duty 4, Quake Wars, Unreal Tournament 3, and Crysis, even if you can afford more than one of them. There were some excellent releases in other genres as well, notably The Burning Crusade expansion back in January, and World in Conflict, a fresh approach to real-time strategy.
Sci-fi MMORPGs
Elves and dwarves are extremely popular, but they're not your only roleplaying options these days. If laser-beam toting superheroes are more your style, these science fiction MMORPGs feature persistent worlds full of high-tech weaponry, spaceships, and belligerent aliens.
Elves and dwarves are extremely popular, but they're not your only roleplaying options these days. If laser-beam toting superheroes are more your style, these science fiction MMORPGs feature persistent worlds full of high-tech weaponry, spaceships, and belligerent aliens.
Secret Weapons of WWII Screenshots
Screenshots of the Secret Weapons of WWII expansion pack for Battlefield 1942.
Screenshots of the Secret Weapons of WWII expansion pack for Battlefield 1942.
Ventrilo Settings
One of the most common complaints I hear about using voice chat is that some people can barely be heard, while others are so loud that they blow your ear drums out. And we all know what it's like when someone gets excited in the heat of battle and starts screaming into the microphone, or decides to share that special rap song they're listening to with everyone else on the channel at high volume. Here's how to quickly set up the compressor in Ventrilo for a less painful voice chat experience.
One of the most common complaints I hear about using voice chat is that some people can barely be heard, while others are so loud that they blow your ear drums out. And we all know what it's like when someone gets excited in the heat of battle and starts screaming into the microphone, or decides to share that special rap song they're listening to with everyone else on the channel at high volume. Here's how to quickly set up the compressor in Ventrilo for a less painful voice chat experience.
Lightning Spell
Screenshots of Ultima Online: Kingdom Reborn
Screenshots of Ultima Online: Kingdom Reborn
Multiplayer RPGs
Highly graphical multiplayer RPGs have become a trend in online gaming that has been impossible not to notice in recent years. These games typically don't come with persistent worlds or monthly fees, but they do provide a considerable variety of Internet play options.
Highly graphical multiplayer RPGs have become a trend in online gaming that has been impossible not to notice in recent years. These games typically don't come with persistent worlds or monthly fees, but they do provide a considerable variety of Internet play options.
Turtles
Screenshots of the online game Aion.
Screenshots of the online game Aion.
Top Multiplayer Games of 2006
2006 was definitely a landmark year for consoles, but, with a few notable exceptions, titles from earlier years continued to dominate the PC game space. One of the most highly-praised new releases was Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion, a single-player game which walked away with quite a few Game of the Year awards. There were, however, some excellent multiplayer PC games that came out this year. These are my picks for the top online games that arrived in 2006.
2006 was definitely a landmark year for consoles, but, with a few notable exceptions, titles from earlier years continued to dominate the PC game space. One of the most highly-praised new releases was Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion, a single-player game which walked away with quite a few Game of the Year awards. There were, however, some excellent multiplayer PC games that came out this year. These are my picks for the top online games that arrived in 2006.
Online Games of Skill
A lot of people dream of turning their gaming habit into a full-time job. While that remains highly unlikely for most of us, there are a growing number of ways to put your elite game skills to the test for a small wager online, whether you're into chess, cards, or arcade games.
A lot of people dream of turning their gaming habit into a full-time job. While that remains highly unlikely for most of us, there are a growing number of ways to put your elite game skills to the test for a small wager online, whether you're into chess, cards, or arcade games.
Top Multiplayer PC Games 2008
Although there were some great releases in 2008, I wouldn't call it a fantasiic year for PC gaming. Aside from the juggernaut World of Warcraft expansion, consoles scooped a lot of the attention. It wasn't that long ago that the PC would get a game first, and console versions came later. Now it usually seems to be the other way around. Nevertheless, there are still plenty of options for PC gamers, and MMORPGs in particular show no signs of having reached their peak in popularity.
Although there were some great releases in 2008, I wouldn't call it a fantasiic year for PC gaming. Aside from the juggernaut World of Warcraft expansion, consoles scooped a lot of the attention. It wasn't that long ago that the PC would get a game first, and console versions came later. Now it usually seems to be the other way around. Nevertheless, there are still plenty of options for PC gamers, and MMORPGs in particular show no signs of having reached their peak in popularity.
Command and Conquer Generals Screenshots
Screenshots of the game Command and Conquer Generals.
Screenshots of the game Command and Conquer Generals.
Neverwinter Nights Screenshots
neverwinter nights: Screenshots of the game Neverwinter Nights.
neverwinter nights: Screenshots of the game Neverwinter Nights.
Top World of Warcraft Addons
Unlike most games, World of Warcraft allows users to make radical adjustments and additions to the game's graphical user interface (GUI). For the most part, the default interface is pretty good, but it offers nowhere near the range of options and flexibility of many of the addons (also called mods) made by the community. These are some of the most useful of the hundreds of addons available for World of Warcraft.
Unlike most games, World of Warcraft allows users to make radical adjustments and additions to the game's graphical user interface (GUI). For the most part, the default interface is pretty good, but it offers nowhere near the range of options and flexibility of many of the addons (also called mods) made by the community. These are some of the most useful of the hundreds of addons available for World of Warcraft.
Free Online Mahjong
Mahjong (or Mah-jongg) is a tile-matching game that originated in China over a century ago. Today it is played all over the world, and like many other traditional games, there are now a multitude of free online variations of Mahjong you can play in a Web browser. These are some of the better free Mahjong games I've come across so far.
Mahjong (or Mah-jongg) is a tile-matching game that originated in China over a century ago. Today it is played all over the world, and like many other traditional games, there are now a multitude of free online variations of Mahjong you can play in a Web browser. These are some of the better free Mahjong games I've come across so far.
Free Match-3 Puzzle Games
Match-3 games have become a staple of the casual game genre over the years, and you'll now find them adapted to countless different themes and seasons. The central mechanic they all share is that the player must find or create sets of similar items, typically three or more, to complete the game's objectives. Here are some of the most popular free match-3 puzzle games available online.
Match-3 games have become a staple of the casual game genre over the years, and you'll now find them adapted to countless different themes and seasons. The central mechanic they all share is that the player must find or create sets of similar items, typically three or more, to complete the game's objectives. Here are some of the most popular free match-3 puzzle games available online.
Archer
Screenshots of the online game Aion: Tower of Eternity.
Screenshots of the online game Aion: Tower of Eternity.
Playing Literati or Scrabble Online
Having trouble finding a decent Scrabble partner? You might enjoy playing Literati on the Web, where there is always someone up for a game.
Having trouble finding a decent Scrabble partner? You might enjoy playing Literati on the Web, where there is always someone up for a game.
Surrounded
Screenshots of Ultima Online: Kingdom Reborn
Screenshots of Ultima Online: Kingdom Reborn
Playing Internet Pool
Pool has become one of the most popular free online games, with tens of thousands of players participating at any hour of the day or night. Now you can rack 'em up from the comfort of home, even if you don't have a table.
Pool has become one of the most popular free online games, with tens of thousands of players participating at any hour of the day or night. Now you can rack 'em up from the comfort of home, even if you don't have a table.
Lich King Reputation Guide
One of the best ways to prepare your World of Warcraft character for dungeons on heroic difficulty is by earning some of the many reputation rewards offered in Wrath of the Lich King. Numerous new factions have been introduced in the expansion, and reputation can now be earned by "championing" certain dungeons. This is a guide to the factions in Wrath of the Lich King, including links to all the reputation rewards currently available in Northrend.
One of the best ways to prepare your World of Warcraft character for dungeons on heroic difficulty is by earning some of the many reputation rewards offered in Wrath of the Lich King. Numerous new factions have been introduced in the expansion, and reputation can now be earned by "championing" certain dungeons. This is a guide to the factions in Wrath of the Lich King, including links to all the reputation rewards currently available in Northrend.
Top Multiplayer Games of 2005
It wasn't quite as landmark a year as 2004, but there were some excellent online games released in 2005. Guild Wars innovated with the online RPG, Battlefield 2 rocked the world of multiplayer shooters, and a couple of classic strategy series made a triumphant return. These are my picks for the top online games of 2005.
It wasn't quite as landmark a year as 2004, but there were some excellent online games released in 2005. Guild Wars innovated with the online RPG, Battlefield 2 rocked the world of multiplayer shooters, and a couple of classic strategy series made a triumphant return. These are my picks for the top online games of 2005.
Roleplaying and Romance
With Valentine's Day fast approaching, I thought it would be a good time to take a quick look at sex and romance inside massively multiplayer online games, where players celebrate everything from birthdays to weddings. Although it may not fit the stereotype, gamers are not immune to love, and gamer couples are becoming more common all the time. Most games do their best to keep it clean, but those seeking something more risque have a few virtual worlds to choose from as well.
With Valentine's Day fast approaching, I thought it would be a good time to take a quick look at sex and romance inside massively multiplayer online games, where players celebrate everything from birthdays to weddings. Although it may not fit the stereotype, gamers are not immune to love, and gamer couples are becoming more common all the time. Most games do their best to keep it clean, but those seeking something more risque have a few virtual worlds to choose from as well.
Wolfenstein: ET
Developed by SplashDamage, Wolfenstein: Enemy Territory is an excellent WWII first-person shooter that you can enjoy for free. Get the details and download locations in this profile.
Developed by SplashDamage, Wolfenstein: Enemy Territory is an excellent WWII first-person shooter that you can enjoy for free. Get the details and download locations in this profile.
Free Favorites - America's Army
Information and download locations for America's Army, an excellent multiplayer first-person shooter that you can play online for free.
Information and download locations for America's Army, an excellent multiplayer first-person shooter that you can play online for free.
WoW: Wintergrasp Guide
Wintergrasp is a large PvP zone added to World of Warcraft with The Wrath of the Lich King expansion. It's a fairly straightforward siege scenario, but there are still frequent questions in chat about the Towers and Goblin Workshops. This is a quick explanation of how the zone works and what the rewards are for participating in the massive battles over Wintergrasp Fortress.
Wintergrasp is a large PvP zone added to World of Warcraft with The Wrath of the Lich King expansion. It's a fairly straightforward siege scenario, but there are still frequent questions in chat about the Towers and Goblin Workshops. This is a quick explanation of how the zone works and what the rewards are for participating in the massive battles over Wintergrasp Fortress.
Pirates of the Caribbean
Disney isn't just about movies and theme parks anymore, they've become a serious contender in the online games market, with a variety of titles aimed at youngsters. Pirates of the Caribbean Online is their latest effort, based on the famous movie series, and it lets you skirmish with scurvy dogs and plunder ships on the high seas.
Disney isn't just about movies and theme parks anymore, they've become a serious contender in the online games market, with a variety of titles aimed at youngsters. Pirates of the Caribbean Online is their latest effort, based on the famous movie series, and it lets you skirmish with scurvy dogs and plunder ships on the high seas.
PC Game Accessories
Peripherals, gizmos, gadgets and accessories for video gamers, including game controllers and 3D glasses.
Peripherals, gizmos, gadgets and accessories for video gamers, including game controllers and 3D glasses.
Eve Online Review
Eve Online gives you a chance to build an empire in space and rise to the pinnacle of galactic domination. Almost 2 years old, the game continues to grow. The recent free Exodus expansion added a long list of new features, and shortly after its release Eve set records with over 12,000 concurrent players in a single online world.
Eve Online gives you a chance to build an empire in space and rise to the pinnacle of galactic domination. Almost 2 years old, the game continues to grow. The recent free Exodus expansion added a long list of new features, and shortly after its release Eve set records with over 12,000 concurrent players in a single online world.
Knight in Town
Screenshots of the MMORPG Darkfall Online.
Screenshots of the MMORPG Darkfall Online.
The Game of Sex and Violence
Bloodletting and large-breasted babes are nothing new to the video game industry, but with the war on terrorism fueling sales of war-themed game titles, both sides of the content controversy seem to be hunkering down for a decisive battle.
Bloodletting and large-breasted babes are nothing new to the video game industry, but with the war on terrorism fueling sales of war-themed game titles, both sides of the content controversy seem to be hunkering down for a decisive battle.
Ice Spell
Screenshots of the online game Wizard101 from KingsIsle Entertainment
Screenshots of the online game Wizard101 from KingsIsle Entertainment
Flyer
Screenshots of the online game Aion.
Screenshots of the online game Aion.
Web Games 101
Casual board, card, arcade, and puzzle games have become extremely popular on the Internet. Many text-based games are also now playable in any major Web browser. Most of these games are easy to learn and don't require the latest computer hardware.
Casual board, card, arcade, and puzzle games have become extremely popular on the Internet. Many text-based games are also now playable in any major Web browser. Most of these games are easy to learn and don't require the latest computer hardware.
New Arrival
Screenshots of Dungeons & Dragons Online: Stormreach, an online roleplaying game based on traditional D&D from Turbine Entertainment.
Screenshots of Dungeons & Dragons Online: Stormreach, an online roleplaying game based on traditional D&D from Turbine Entertainment.
Swordsman
Screenshots of the online game Aion.
Screenshots of the online game Aion.
WoW Compared to EQ2
It's not often that two blockbuster MMORPGs hit store shelves within weeks of each other, and it presents people who don't have unlimited time and money for online games with a tough decision. Both World of Warcraft and EverQuest II promise to be exceptional games, so here is a quick comparison between the two that might make it easier to figure out which one is for you.
It's not often that two blockbuster MMORPGs hit store shelves within weeks of each other, and it presents people who don't have unlimited time and money for online games with a tough decision. Both World of Warcraft and EverQuest II promise to be exceptional games, so here is a quick comparison between the two that might make it easier to figure out which one is for you.
Indoor Fight
Screenshots of Ultima Online: Kingdom Reborn
Screenshots of Ultima Online: Kingdom Reborn
Siege at Gludio
Screenshots of the MMORPG Lineage 2.
Screenshots of the MMORPG Lineage 2.
Wrath of the Lich King FAQ
Wrath of the Lich King is the second expansion for World of Warcraft, which raises the level cap to 80 and introduces the continent of Northrend. Here are answers to a lot of the common questions about the expansion to get you on your way to a smooth start in Wrath of the Lich King.
Wrath of the Lich King is the second expansion for World of Warcraft, which raises the level cap to 80 and introduces the continent of Northrend. Here are answers to a lot of the common questions about the expansion to get you on your way to a smooth start in Wrath of the Lich King.
Equipment
Screenshots of the MMOG Tabula Rasa.
Screenshots of the MMOG Tabula Rasa.
Multiplayer Strategy Games 101
The ability to compete online with other players is becoming a common feature in recent strategy and sports games. Strategy games give you control of entire armies and empires, rather than just a single avatar. Sports games let you guide your team to glory, or test your driving skills against others on the track. We've got some basics for people new to this kind of gaming.
The ability to compete online with other players is becoming a common feature in recent strategy and sports games. Strategy games give you control of entire armies and empires, rather than just a single avatar. Sports games let you guide your team to glory, or test your driving skills against others on the track. We've got some basics for people new to this kind of gaming.
Cheating in Online Games
In a perfect world, you could trust the people you game with online to follow the rules, but in this world, it takes an extraordinary effort to keep a game free of cheaters, whether it's an Olympic event or a Counter-Strike match. I get quite a few questions about the extent of cheating in online games and what is being done about it, so here are the details.
In a perfect world, you could trust the people you game with online to follow the rules, but in this world, it takes an extraordinary effort to keep a game free of cheaters, whether it's an Olympic event or a Counter-Strike match. I get quite a few questions about the extent of cheating in online games and what is being done about it, so here are the details.
Abyss
Screenshots of the online game Aion: Tower of Eternity.
Screenshots of the online game Aion: Tower of Eternity.
AFK
A definition of the acronym AFK as used in video game culture.
A definition of the acronym AFK as used in video game culture.
FPS
Internet Games Glossary - FPS - first-person shooter
Internet Games Glossary - FPS - first-person shooter
Engaged in Combat
Screenshots of the MMORPG Darkfall Online.
Screenshots of the MMORPG Darkfall Online.
Playing SmallBall Baseball
Whether you are a baseball fan or not, there is a good chance you will enjoy SmallBall, which is a free online game that makes you feel like a big league sports team manager.
Whether you are a baseball fan or not, there is a good chance you will enjoy SmallBall, which is a free online game that makes you feel like a big league sports team manager.
Frintezza's Minion
Screenshots of the MMORPG Lineage 2.
Screenshots of the MMORPG Lineage 2.
Trading Game Assets
A lot of money is changing hands these days for characters and items that exist only in the virtual worlds of massively multiplayer online games. Remarkably, some people have turned this activity into big business, creating auctions and stores that cater specifically to the needs of online adventurers. Here's a closer look at this new economic phenomenon.
A lot of money is changing hands these days for characters and items that exist only in the virtual worlds of massively multiplayer online games. Remarkably, some people have turned this activity into big business, creating auctions and stores that cater specifically to the needs of online adventurers. Here's a closer look at this new economic phenomenon.
ToonTown Online Review
There aren't a lot of massively multiplayer games designed for young kids. Along with the obvious safety concerns, many MMORPGs take a considerable effort to learn to play and they often feature violent content that isn't appropriate for children. Disney has taken a different approach with ToonTown, resulting in an online game that isn't just squeaky clean, it's easy to learn and entertaining enough that the adults in the family will likely want to play along.
There aren't a lot of massively multiplayer games designed for young kids. Along with the obvious safety concerns, many MMORPGs take a considerable effort to learn to play and they often feature violent content that isn't appropriate for children. Disney has taken a different approach with ToonTown, resulting in an online game that isn't just squeaky clean, it's easy to learn and entertaining enough that the adults in the family will likely want to play along.
Multiplayer Shooters 101
First-person shooters have come a long way since Quake demonstrated the potential for online play in a 3D action game. Today multiplayer shooters are played on consoles as well as PCs, and they encompass everything from realistic counter-terrorist settings to extreme science fiction. This is a quick summary of how most FPSes are played online.
First-person shooters have come a long way since Quake demonstrated the potential for online play in a 3D action game. Today multiplayer shooters are played on consoles as well as PCs, and they encompass everything from realistic counter-terrorist settings to extreme science fiction. This is a quick summary of how most FPSes are played online.
Internet Games Glossary
A glossary of commonly used game related words and acronyms.
A glossary of commonly used game related words and acronyms.
WoW Gold Earning Tips
Making the gold needed for some of the more expensive items in World of Warcraft can seem like an impossible task, especially when you're looking a four digit numbers. This leads a lot of people to buy gold for real money, but there are alternatives. With a little persistence, there are several viable, legitimate ways to earn gold in the game. Here are some pointers to get your characters on their way to a comfortable income.
Making the gold needed for some of the more expensive items in World of Warcraft can seem like an impossible task, especially when you're looking a four digit numbers. This leads a lot of people to buy gold for real money, but there are alternatives. With a little persistence, there are several viable, legitimate ways to earn gold in the game. Here are some pointers to get your characters on their way to a comfortable income.
Installing WoW Addons
While writing an addon World of Warcraft is quite complicated, installing and using addons is very simple. User interface addons are not cheats or hacks, they are condoned by Blizzard, and there are hundreds of them available for WoW. Most people find them so useful that once they start playing with them, there's no going back. Here's a quick guide to downloading and installing addons for WoW.
While writing an addon World of Warcraft is quite complicated, installing and using addons is very simple. User interface addons are not cheats or hacks, they are condoned by Blizzard, and there are hundreds of them available for WoW. Most people find them so useful that once they start playing with them, there's no going back. Here's a quick guide to downloading and installing addons for WoW.
PlanetSide Screenshots
planetside: Screenshots of the MMOFPS PlanetSide.
planetside: Screenshots of the MMOFPS PlanetSide.
MMORPG
Internet Games Glossary - MMORPG - massively multiplayer online roleplaying game
Internet Games Glossary - MMORPG - massively multiplayer online roleplaying game
Ice Fairy Sirra
Screenshots of the MMORPG Lineage 2.
Screenshots of the MMORPG Lineage 2.
Outland
Maps of the Outland from the World of Warcraft Burning Crusade expansion.
Maps of the Outland from the World of Warcraft Burning Crusade expansion.
Dragonspyre
Screenshots of the online game Wizard101 from KingsIsle Entertainment
Screenshots of the online game Wizard101 from KingsIsle Entertainment
Free Action Puzzle Games
Puzzle games don't have to entail tremendous amounts of logic and deliberation. Adding arcade-like action or physics to a puzzle game can bring some luck and reflexes to the exercise. These are puzzle games that keep up the pace and often have you shooting your way out of difficult situations.
Puzzle games don't have to entail tremendous amounts of logic and deliberation. Adding arcade-like action or physics to a puzzle game can bring some luck and reflexes to the exercise. These are puzzle games that keep up the pace and often have you shooting your way out of difficult situations.
DISCover - A Console for PC Games
Look out Xbox and PS2, there's a new console coming that will run PC games. DISCover intends to make PC gaming friendlier than ever, and bring it into the living room to join the rest of the home entertainment system.
Look out Xbox and PS2, there's a new console coming that will run PC games. DISCover intends to make PC gaming friendlier than ever, and bring it into the living room to join the rest of the home entertainment system.
Twilight Creatures
Screenshots of BattleForge, an online card-based RTS game from EA Phenomic
Screenshots of BattleForge, an online card-based RTS game from EA Phenomic
DPS
Internet Games Glossary - DPS - damage per second
Internet Games Glossary - DPS - damage per second
Frintezza's Organ
Screenshots of the MMORPG Lineage 2.
Screenshots of the MMORPG Lineage 2.
National Army
Screenshots of the online FPS game Battlefield Heroes.
Screenshots of the online FPS game Battlefield Heroes.
Will Consoles Kill PC Gaming?
If you've visited your local electronics store recently, it's not hard to get the impression that consoles are taking over the video game industry.Despite occasional successes like World of Warcraft, retail PC game sales clearly aren't keeping pace with their console counterparts. Is PC gaming doomed to become the domain of casual Bejeweled players and the handful of hard-core nerds willing to tinker with their processor clock speeds, as some analysts have suggested?
If you've visited your local electronics store recently, it's not hard to get the impression that consoles are taking over the video game industry.Despite occasional successes like World of Warcraft, retail PC game sales clearly aren't keeping pace with their console counterparts. Is PC gaming doomed to become the domain of casual Bejeweled players and the handful of hard-core nerds willing to tinker with their processor clock speeds, as some analysts have suggested?
Internet Game Timeline
This is a timeline of key events in the history of Internet gaming. It includes significant developments in computer games, console games, and Internet technology.
This is a timeline of key events in the history of Internet gaming. It includes significant developments in computer games, console games, and Internet technology.
Corpses on the Field
Screenshots of the MMORPG Lineage 2.
Screenshots of the MMORPG Lineage 2.
Online Poker Basics
From seniors to college students, people are flooding into poker rooms, both online and offline, like never before. The recent poker craze owes a lot to the success of televised high-stakes tournaments like the World Series of Poker, and it has made Texas Hold 'Em one of the hottest games on the Internet. Here are some things you should know before trying your hand as an online card shark.
From seniors to college students, people are flooding into poker rooms, both online and offline, like never before. The recent poker craze owes a lot to the success of televised high-stakes tournaments like the World Series of Poker, and it has made Texas Hold 'Em one of the hottest games on the Internet. Here are some things you should know before trying your hand as an online card shark.
Wintergrasp
Screenshots of World of Warcraft Wintergrasp map.
Screenshots of World of Warcraft Wintergrasp map.
Skull
Screenshots of the online game Aion: Tower of Eternity.
Screenshots of the online game Aion: Tower of Eternity.
Onyxia Key Quest Chain - Horde
If you've reached level 60 in World of Warcraft, odds are your guild wants you to get your Onyxia key (Drakefire Amulet) so you can join them on raids to Onyxia's Lair. You need to complete a long chain of quests to get this item, and they differ depending on whether you're playing Alliance or Horde. This is a walkthrough for the Horde side.
If you've reached level 60 in World of Warcraft, odds are your guild wants you to get your Onyxia key (Drakefire Amulet) so you can join them on raids to Onyxia's Lair. You need to complete a long chain of quests to get this item, and they differ depending on whether you're playing Alliance or Horde. This is a walkthrough for the Horde side.
Guild Wars Screenshot Index
Screenshots of the Guild Wars E3 for Everyone demo.
Screenshots of the Guild Wars E3 for Everyone demo.
Hero Controls
Screenshots of Guild Wars Nightfall.
Screenshots of Guild Wars Nightfall.
Vanguard Review
MMORPGs have come a long way in the last few years, and Vanguard: Saga of Heroes has set out to add some depth to this increasingly popular genre. With relatively complex crafting and diplomacy elements, the game is as ambitious as they come, but is it accessible? Here is my assessment of what I've seen of Vanguard so far.
MMORPGs have come a long way in the last few years, and Vanguard: Saga of Heroes has set out to add some depth to this increasingly popular genre. With relatively complex crafting and diplomacy elements, the game is as ambitious as they come, but is it accessible? Here is my assessment of what I've seen of Vanguard so far.
Royal Army
Screenshots of the online FPS game Battlefield Heroes.
Screenshots of the online FPS game Battlefield Heroes.
Enemy Juggernaut
Screenshots of BattleForge, an online card-based RTS game from EA Phenomic
Screenshots of BattleForge, an online card-based RTS game from EA Phenomic
Cold as Ice
Screenshots of the MMORPG Lineage 2.
Screenshots of the MMORPG Lineage 2.
LPB
Internet Games Glossary - LPB - low ping bastard
Internet Games Glossary - LPB - low ping bastard
LotR Online Review
Tolkien's famous trilogy, which has served as inspiration for countless roleplaying games going back several decades, is now itself a MMORPG. Lord of the Rings Online: Shadows of Angmar brings Middle-earth to life in an online world, which just received it's first major content patch as I finished this review. If you've ever longed to be a Hobbit on an Elf running around The Shire, you should take a closer look.
Tolkien's famous trilogy, which has served as inspiration for countless roleplaying games going back several decades, is now itself a MMORPG. Lord of the Rings Online: Shadows of Angmar brings Middle-earth to life in an online world, which just received it's first major content patch as I finished this review. If you've ever longed to be a Hobbit on an Elf running around The Shire, you should take a closer look.
zerg
Internet Games Glossary - zerg
Internet Games Glossary - zerg
Boundless Planet Review
Boundless Planet is one of only a handful of games attempting to take the real-time strategy concept into the massively multiplayer realm. The challenge isn't just a technical one - there are a lot of potential pitfalls in designing a game of this kind. Boundless Planet launched in early November, and I had a chance to see how this new MMORTS comes together.
Boundless Planet is one of only a handful of games attempting to take the real-time strategy concept into the massively multiplayer realm. The challenge isn't just a technical one - there are a lot of potential pitfalls in designing a game of this kind. Boundless Planet launched in early November, and I had a chance to see how this new MMORTS comes together.
Zangarmarsh
Maps of the Outland from the World of Warcraft Burning Crusade expansion.
Maps of the Outland from the World of Warcraft Burning Crusade expansion.
Exteel Review
In Exteel, you are the pilot of a high-tech fighting machine called a Mechanaught, which has customizable weaponry and rapid movement capabilities. Your mission is to take a big gun and slaughter other Mechanaughts in PvP arenas, capturing a few flags along the way. Story? We don't need no stinking story! Go on a killing spree and earn yourself a bigger gun, then pwn some noobs - there's your story.
In Exteel, you are the pilot of a high-tech fighting machine called a Mechanaught, which has customizable weaponry and rapid movement capabilities. Your mission is to take a big gun and slaughter other Mechanaughts in PvP arenas, capturing a few flags along the way. Story? We don't need no stinking story! Go on a killing spree and earn yourself a bigger gun, then pwn some noobs - there's your story.
PvE
Internet Games Glossary - PvE - player versus environment
Internet Games Glossary - PvE - player versus environment
MMORPGs 101
One of the most remarkable trends in online gaming in recent years is the rise in popularity of highly graphical 3D roleplaying games. Some roleplaying games are ideally suited to small groups of players who want exclusive encounters, while others feature large persistent online worlds with hundreds of players running around. If you're new to playing online RPGs, these basics may help.
One of the most remarkable trends in online gaming in recent years is the rise in popularity of highly graphical 3D roleplaying games. Some roleplaying games are ideally suited to small groups of players who want exclusive encounters, while others feature large persistent online worlds with hundreds of players running around. If you're new to playing online RPGs, these basics may help.
Battle 2
Screenshots of Disney's Pirates of the Caribbean Online game.
Screenshots of Disney's Pirates of the Caribbean Online game.
The War Hagglers
Screenshots of EverQuest 2.
Screenshots of EverQuest 2.
The Attackers Regroup
Screenshots of the MMORPG Lineage 2.
Screenshots of the MMORPG Lineage 2.
Pirates of the Burning Sea
Few MMORPGs use historical settings, and fewer still allow you to play a pirate cruising the Caribbean in a wooden ship, seeking gold and glory. Pirates of the Burning Sea is just such a game, and despite the title, it isn't just about pirates. Players join several different nations in a battle over the ports in the region. I've spent several weeks sailing by the seat of my pantaloons, and this game definitely offers something out of the ordinary.
Few MMORPGs use historical settings, and fewer still allow you to play a pirate cruising the Caribbean in a wooden ship, seeking gold and glory. Pirates of the Burning Sea is just such a game, and despite the title, it isn't just about pirates. Players join several different nations in a battle over the ports in the region. I've spent several weeks sailing by the seat of my pantaloons, and this game definitely offers something out of the ordinary.
EverQuest 2 Review (PC)
Although the first EverQuest went a long way toward putting MMORPGs on the map, EverQuest 2 faced some serious competition when it launched. Since then there have been adventure packs, expansions, and an assortment of other significant changes, not least of which has been the addition of PvP servers. The prospect of an all-out war between Qeynos and Freeport was tempting enough to draw me in for a better look.
Although the first EverQuest went a long way toward putting MMORPGs on the map, EverQuest 2 faced some serious competition when it launched. Since then there have been adventure packs, expansions, and an assortment of other significant changes, not least of which has been the addition of PvP servers. The prospect of an all-out war between Qeynos and Freeport was tempting enough to draw me in for a better look.
Graphical Web Games
Casual games have become a favorite form of entertainment on the Web because they are a great way to relax and enjoy a diversion without committing a large amount of time or money. There are a stunning variety of these games online, and more arrive every day. Without getting into traditional card and board games, here are my picks for some of the most compelling Web games currently available. Many of these sites offer downloadable versions as well.
Casual games have become a favorite form of entertainment on the Web because they are a great way to relax and enjoy a diversion without committing a large amount of time or money. There are a stunning variety of these games online, and more arrive every day. Without getting into traditional card and board games, here are my picks for some of the most compelling Web games currently available. Many of these sites offer downloadable versions as well.
Gaming with GameSpy
Server and player finding software is almost essential to online gaming, so if you're new to the hobby, this is an introduction to GameSpy.
Server and player finding software is almost essential to online gaming, so if you're new to the hobby, this is an introduction to GameSpy.
Team Fortress 2 Review
Many of you probably remember the famous Team Fortress mod for Quake that helped popularize online gaming back in the 90s. Valve has given the franchise a new life in the form of Team Fortress 2, and they've done it with a style that is both instantly recognizable and humorous. It's not the most complicated shooter out there, but that hasn't kept it from being a whole lot of fun. This is one that online FPS fans won't want to miss.
Many of you probably remember the famous Team Fortress mod for Quake that helped popularize online gaming back in the 90s. Valve has given the franchise a new life in the form of Team Fortress 2, and they've done it with a style that is both instantly recognizable and humorous. It's not the most complicated shooter out there, but that hasn't kept it from being a whole lot of fun. This is one that online FPS fans won't want to miss.
Jolly Roger
Screenshots of Disney's Pirates of the Caribbean Online game.
Screenshots of Disney's Pirates of the Caribbean Online game.
Terokkar Forest
Maps of the Outland from the World of Warcraft Burning Crusade expansion.
Maps of the Outland from the World of Warcraft Burning Crusade expansion.
Battle for Middle-earth 2 Screenshot Index
Screenshots of Lord of the Rings: Battle for Middle-Earth 2.
Screenshots of Lord of the Rings: Battle for Middle-Earth 2.
Frintezza
Screenshots of the MMORPG Lineage 2.
Screenshots of the MMORPG Lineage 2.
The Ice Queen's Royal Guard
Screenshots of the MMORPG Lineage 2.
Screenshots of the MMORPG Lineage 2.
Character Creation
Screenshots of EverQuest 2.
Screenshots of EverQuest 2.
BattleForge 3
Screenshots of BattleForge, an online card-based RTS game from EA Phenomic
Screenshots of BattleForge, an online card-based RTS game from EA Phenomic
Guardian
Screenshots of the online game Hellgate: London.
Screenshots of the online game Hellgate: London.
BattleForge Preview
What happens when you take a real-time strategy game and cross it with an online collectible card game? You get BattleForge, an upcoming title being developed by EA Phenomic in Germany. BattleForge is set in a fantasy realm full of exotic creatures and magic, and has online features not unlike MMOGs. Here are my first impressions of the game from playing the beta.
What happens when you take a real-time strategy game and cross it with an online collectible card game? You get BattleForge, an upcoming title being developed by EA Phenomic in Germany. BattleForge is set in a fantasy realm full of exotic creatures and magic, and has online features not unlike MMOGs. Here are my first impressions of the game from playing the beta.
D&D Online Review
Given the success of pen-and-paper D&D and the numerous video games that have since worn the title, it was only a matter of time before someone turned Dungeons & Dragons into a massively multiplayer game. Dungeons & Dragons Online: Stormreach is Turbine's virtual recreation of the Eberron campaign, with a heavy emphasis on the dungeon crawls that made this franchise famous. Will it be able to hold it's own in a very competitive MMORPG market? Let's see what DDO has to offer.
Given the success of pen-and-paper D&D and the numerous video games that have since worn the title, it was only a matter of time before someone turned Dungeons & Dragons into a massively multiplayer game. Dungeons & Dragons Online: Stormreach is Turbine's virtual recreation of the Eberron campaign, with a heavy emphasis on the dungeon crawls that made this franchise famous. Will it be able to hold it's own in a very competitive MMORPG market? Let's see what DDO has to offer.
The Ice Queen's Castle
Screenshots of the MMORPG Lineage 2.
Screenshots of the MMORPG Lineage 2.
Swordsmen
Screenshots of the MMORPG Darkfall Online.
Screenshots of the MMORPG Darkfall Online.
Battlefield 2142 Review
Another game has joined the Battlefield series, and this time it takes us over a century into the future when war is fought with battlewalkers and floating airbases. Battlefield 2142 has a lot in common with its predecessor, Battlefield 2, but it also introduces a new gameplay mode and a deeper unlock tree. Is it a "must have" for FPS fans?
Another game has joined the Battlefield series, and this time it takes us over a century into the future when war is fought with battlewalkers and floating airbases. Battlefield 2142 has a lot in common with its predecessor, Battlefield 2, but it also introduces a new gameplay mode and a deeper unlock tree. Is it a "must have" for FPS fans?
Asheron's Call 2 Screenshots
asheron: Screenshots of the MMORPG Asheron's Call 2.
asheron: Screenshots of the MMORPG Asheron's Call 2.
E3 2007 Most Wanted
The spectacle that was E3 in previous years, always entertaining to watch even from a distance, underwent a major transformation in 2007, downsizing and returning to a press-only format. Nor was it a particularly exciting year for PC gamers. Although there are some impressive titles on the way, we've seen the bulk of them previewed relentlessly at earlier shows. Nevertheless, here's a look at what you might be playing this fall or early next year.
The spectacle that was E3 in previous years, always entertaining to watch even from a distance, underwent a major transformation in 2007, downsizing and returning to a press-only format. Nor was it a particularly exciting year for PC gamers. Although there are some impressive titles on the way, we've seen the bulk of them previewed relentlessly at earlier shows. Nevertheless, here's a look at what you might be playing this fall or early next year.
Crew Battle
Screenshots of Disney's Pirates of the Caribbean Online game.
Screenshots of Disney's Pirates of the Caribbean Online game.
The Dark Side of MMORPGs
Massively multiplayer online games are certainly the flavor of the day, but as experiments in this genre mature, some people are discovering that virtual worlds aren't always as enjoyable as the hype makes them out to be. This is a look at some of the problems that have plagued MMORPGs over the years.
Massively multiplayer online games are certainly the flavor of the day, but as experiments in this genre mature, some people are discovering that virtual worlds aren't always as enjoyable as the hype makes them out to be. This is a look at some of the problems that have plagued MMORPGs over the years.
Tython Enclave
Screenshots of Bioware's Star Wars themed online game, Star Wars: The Old Republic.
Screenshots of Bioware's Star Wars themed online game, Star Wars: The Old Republic.
Guild Wars: Eye of the North
With three successful stand-alone titles under its belt, Guild Wars won over many RPG fans with its fresh approach to the genre. Eye of the North is the first actual expansion for the series, designed for characters at the level cap who are ready to take on the Destroyers. It's an impressive addition to the games PvE content, and it paves the way for the sequel, Guild Wars 2.
With three successful stand-alone titles under its belt, Guild Wars won over many RPG fans with its fresh approach to the genre. Eye of the North is the first actual expansion for the series, designed for characters at the level cap who are ready to take on the Destroyers. It's an impressive addition to the games PvE content, and it paves the way for the sequel, Guild Wars 2.
Strand of the Ancients Guide
Strand of the Ancients was added to World of Warcraft with the release of the Wrath of the Lich King expansion, and it is the first Battleground that features a seige scenario and vehicles. The mechanics of it can be a little confusing for beginners, so here are some pointers on how it works and which strategies are most effective.
Strand of the Ancients was added to World of Warcraft with the release of the Wrath of the Lich King expansion, and it is the first Battleground that features a seige scenario and vehicles. The mechanics of it can be a little confusing for beginners, so here are some pointers on how it works and which strategies are most effective.
Gaming With Xfire
How many of you still use the phone to find out what games your friends are playing or which server they're on? Ever find that it takes four or five phone calls to get everyone into the same game? A program like Xfire can simplify this process and eliminate the need for phone calls completely. Not only does it make it easy to hook up with your friends, it has a long list of other useful features, including voice chat.
How many of you still use the phone to find out what games your friends are playing or which server they're on? Ever find that it takes four or five phone calls to get everyone into the same game? A program like Xfire can simplify this process and eliminate the need for phone calls completely. Not only does it make it easy to hook up with your friends, it has a long list of other useful features, including voice chat.
Life After Steam - Using Valve's Game Content Delivery System
Information on Steam, a new game content delivery system and server browser developed by Valve Software.
Information on Steam, a new game content delivery system and server browser developed by Valve Software.
Soldier
Screenshots of the MMOG Tabula Rasa.
Screenshots of the MMOG Tabula Rasa.
Guild Wars Interview
ArenaNet has recently announced an expansion and a sequel for their award-winning Guild Wars series. The expansion, Eye of the North, is scheduled for release around Christmas 2007 and will feature high-level content for current Guild Wars players. Guild Wars 2 is also being planned, but don't expect to get your hands on it before 2009 or 2010. I had a chance to talk to AreaNet co-founders Jeff Strain and Mike O'Brien about their upcoming projects.
ArenaNet has recently announced an expansion and a sequel for their award-winning Guild Wars series. The expansion, Eye of the North, is scheduled for release around Christmas 2007 and will feature high-level content for current Guild Wars players. Guild Wars 2 is also being planned, but don't expect to get your hands on it before 2009 or 2010. I had a chance to talk to AreaNet co-founders Jeff Strain and Mike O'Brien about their upcoming projects.
Jet Aircraft
Screenshots of the upcoming Euro Force booster pack for the PC game Battlefield 2.
Screenshots of the upcoming Euro Force booster pack for the PC game Battlefield 2.
Second Life Profile
One of the most open-ended virtual worlds around is Second Life, and although it's not really a game, I get quite a few questions about it. Over the years it has set the stage for some unusual events and grown into a very dynamic and controversial social experiment, as well as favorite place to set up a virtual classroom. Here's a quick overview of Second Life and how to get involved.
One of the most open-ended virtual worlds around is Second Life, and although it's not really a game, I get quite a few questions about it. Over the years it has set the stage for some unusual events and grown into a very dynamic and controversial social experiment, as well as favorite place to set up a virtual classroom. Here's a quick overview of Second Life and how to get involved.
World of Warcraft Review
No game has done more to make MMORPG a household word in North America than World of Warcraft. Since its launch in Nov. 2004, the game has been breaking records and receiving stellar reviews. Here's my review of this incredibly popular game.
No game has done more to make MMORPG a household word in North America than World of Warcraft. Since its launch in Nov. 2004, the game has been breaking records and receiving stellar reviews. Here's my review of this incredibly popular game.
DKP
Internet Games Glossary - DKP - dragon kill points
Internet Games Glossary - DKP - dragon kill points
Archers on Fortifications
Screenshots of BattleForge, an online card-based RTS game from EA Phenomic
Screenshots of BattleForge, an online card-based RTS game from EA Phenomic
Internet Games - FullReviews
An index of FullReviews for the Internet Games guide site.
An index of FullReviews for the Internet Games guide site.
Wrath of the Lich King Review
World of Warcraft is poised for another lucrative Christmas season, regardless of any economic slowdown. The second expansion for the game, Wrath of the Lich King, is now filled with players working their way up to the new level cap of 80. If you're a World of Warcraft fan, you probably won't be taking time out from exploring Northrend to read this review, but here it is anyway.
World of Warcraft is poised for another lucrative Christmas season, regardless of any economic slowdown. The second expansion for the game, Wrath of the Lich King, is now filled with players working their way up to the new level cap of 80. If you're a World of Warcraft fan, you probably won't be taking time out from exploring Northrend to read this review, but here it is anyway.
Battlefield 2 Review
You will kill, and you will be killed. A lot. And as often as not, you won't see it coming, because Battlefield 2 keeps up the same blistering pace as the previous games in this series. Along with the shiney graphics, there are some cool new gameplay features, such as a command structure and rank system. Let's see if Battlefield 2 measures up to the hype.
You will kill, and you will be killed. A lot. And as often as not, you won't see it coming, because Battlefield 2 keeps up the same blistering pace as the previous games in this series. Along with the shiney graphics, there are some cool new gameplay features, such as a command structure and rank system. Let's see if Battlefield 2 measures up to the hype.
Inside WoW Battlegrounds
We've had a couple months to play Warsong Gulch and Alterac Valley, the first 2 Battlegrounds for World of Warcraft, and they're clearly a worthwhile addition to the game. Had they been included when World of Warcraft launched, some of those perfect review scores this MMORPG received may even have been justified. These are my thoughts on this aspect of the game, and a quick look at Arathi Basin, a new Battleground that will arrive with patch 1.7.
We've had a couple months to play Warsong Gulch and Alterac Valley, the first 2 Battlegrounds for World of Warcraft, and they're clearly a worthwhile addition to the game. Had they been included when World of Warcraft launched, some of those perfect review scores this MMORPG received may even have been justified. These are my thoughts on this aspect of the game, and a quick look at Arathi Basin, a new Battleground that will arrive with patch 1.7.
Top Puzzle Games on About
About Arcade has a large selection of puzzle, action, and card games which you can demo and purchase online. These are my picks for the best puzzle games currently available on the service.
About Arcade has a large selection of puzzle, action, and card games which you can demo and purchase online. These are my picks for the best puzzle games currently available on the service.
Special Forces Review
Since it's release about 5 months ago, Battlefield 2 has quickly become a favorite for fans of multiplayer military shooters. The first expansion, Special Forces, takes some of the emphasis off the game's vehicles, and brings night-vision goggles, flashbang grenades, tear gas, and grappling hooks into the fray. Could it be that Battlefield 2 is trying to take a page from Counter-Strike?
Since it's release about 5 months ago, Battlefield 2 has quickly become a favorite for fans of multiplayer military shooters. The first expansion, Special Forces, takes some of the emphasis off the game's vehicles, and brings night-vision goggles, flashbang grenades, tear gas, and grappling hooks into the fray. Could it be that Battlefield 2 is trying to take a page from Counter-Strike?
City of Heroes Review
Superheroes and computer games are a natural fit for each other, yet you really only have one choice if you want to play a superhero in a graphical MMORPG. City of Heroes has earned a reputation for focusing on combat and forgoing the more tedious aspects often associated with this sort of game. It has now had over a year's worth of updates and content additions, making the crime fighting fun more appealing than ever.
Superheroes and computer games are a natural fit for each other, yet you really only have one choice if you want to play a superhero in a graphical MMORPG. City of Heroes has earned a reputation for focusing on combat and forgoing the more tedious aspects often associated with this sort of game. It has now had over a year's worth of updates and content additions, making the crime fighting fun more appealing than ever.
Strand of the Ancients
Screenshots of World of Warcraft Battleground maps.
Screenshots of World of Warcraft Battleground maps.
Nagrand
Maps of the Outland from the World of Warcraft Burning Crusade expansion.
Maps of the Outland from the World of Warcraft Burning Crusade expansion.
Eve Online Screenshot Index
eve online nbsp nbsp nbsp nbsp nbsp screenshot thumbnails images: Screenshots of the sci-fi MMORPG Eve Online.
eve online nbsp nbsp nbsp nbsp nbsp screenshot thumbnails images: Screenshots of the sci-fi MMORPG Eve Online.
AO: Alien Invasion
The latest expansion to the long-running Anarchy Online MMORPG brings an onslaught of hostile aliens to Rubi-Ka. Unlike the average MMORPG expansion, this time the monsters are hunting down the players for a change.
The latest expansion to the long-running Anarchy Online MMORPG brings an onslaught of hostile aliens to Rubi-Ka. Unlike the average MMORPG expansion, this time the monsters are hunting down the players for a change.
Road to Rome Screenshots
Screenshots of the Road to Rome expansion pack for Battlefield 1942.
Screenshots of the Road to Rome expansion pack for Battlefield 1942.
Onyxia Key Quest - Alliance
If you've reached level 60 in World of Warcraft, odds are your guild wants you to get your Onyxia key (Drakefire Amulet) so you can join them on raids to Onyxia's Lair. You need to complete a long chain of quests to get this item, and they differ depending on whether you're playing Alliance or Horde, so I've put together walkthroughs of Onyxia key quests for both factions.
If you've reached level 60 in World of Warcraft, odds are your guild wants you to get your Onyxia key (Drakefire Amulet) so you can join them on raids to Onyxia's Lair. You need to complete a long chain of quests to get this item, and they differ depending on whether you're playing Alliance or Horde, so I've put together walkthroughs of Onyxia key quests for both factions.
Piracy, PC Games, and Doom 3
Doom 3 had been pirated and circulated on file-sharing networks even before the official release date. A game of Doom 3's stature will clearly make money anyway, but it makes you wonder if publishers have any real chance of winning the battle against theft. Here's my take on the issue.
Doom 3 had been pirated and circulated on file-sharing networks even before the official release date. A game of Doom 3's stature will clearly make money anyway, but it makes you wonder if publishers have any real chance of winning the battle against theft. Here's my take on the issue.
Swarmed
Screenshots of BattleForge, an online card-based RTS game from EA Phenomic
Screenshots of BattleForge, an online card-based RTS game from EA Phenomic