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| New Issue Of The Daedalus Project |
The Daedalus Project has new findings and a new survey. The Daedalus Project is an ongoing online survey study of MMORPG players that started 5 years ago and has surveyed over 35,000 players.
Some highlights of this issue's findings: While the media likes to talk about how "virtual" relationships in MMOs are, about 80% of players actually play with someone they know in real life (a romantic partner, a family member, or a friend). PvP servers attract younger players as well as more men than PvE servers. This has implications for gender-bending rates. On PvP servers, female avatars are much more likely to be played by men. 22% of respondents said that they had purchased virtual gold. On average, these players have spent $135 USD on virtual gold. While older players are more likely to have done so, there were no gender differences. |
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Posted by Tessil Tuesday, October 25, 2005 (10:29:42) |
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| XBox 360 Arrives November 22 in US |
Microsoft has released an official press release regarding the XBox 360 world wide launch just prior to the Tokyo Game Show. Looks like the US will be getting it just prior to Thanksgiving on November 22nd. Europe will get it on December 2nd, and Japan on December 10th. |
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Posted by Tessil Thursday, September 15, 2005 (12:32:31) |
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| Guilds: What's in it for me? |
The Escapist has a piece looking at the rationale behind joining a Guild, and what it takes to enjoy the experience. Guilds are a core component of most Massively Multiplayer Online Games, but they're also one of the hardest to get right.
From the article: "If guild members don't get what they need from their group, whether that need is companionship or gear, they are going to leave it. The guilds that thrive are not the ones that recruit hundreds of members with no common interests - in this case, finding members might be easy, but keeping them would be impossible. Similarly, if players refuse to accept the costs of a guild such as sharing loot or defending castles, the guild will have a harder time functioning as an efficient unit. The guilds with higher rewards and lower costs are the ones that will last." |
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Posted by Tessil Wednesday, September 14, 2005 (12:02:17) |
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Disney's ToonTown Online is finally getting a day in the sunshine. Gamespot is reporting that Sony Online Entertainment is going to be publishing the game commercially, both for the PC and console systems.
From the article: "The boxed version of the game will retail for $19.95, which includes a two-month subscription to the $9.95-a-month service. Toontown has been available directly from the game's official Web site since June 2003." |
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Posted by Tessil Monday, August 29, 2005 (09:38:11) |
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| Putting Xbox 360's Price in Context |
There is no question that four hundred dollars is a good chunk of money, but how wide is the gap between this console launch and the price of previous gaming hardware? What follows is a list of previous consoles with their prices adjusted for inflation according to the Consumer Price Index:
Atari VCS launched in 1977 for $249.99 = $811.21 in 2005
Nintendo Entertainment System launched in 1985 for $199.99 = $354.91 in 2005
SEGA Genesis launched in 1989 for $249.99 = $389.67 in 2005
NeoGeo launched in 1990 for $699.99 = $1041.12 in 2005
Super Nintendo launched in 1991 for $199.99 = $282.21 in 2005
Jaguar launched in 1993 for $249.99 = $328.69 in 2005
3DO Interactive Multiplayer launched in 1993 for $699.95 = $920.30 in 2005
SEGA Saturn launched in 1995 for $399.99 = $497.66 in 2005
Nintendo 64 launched in 1996 for $199.99 = $242.75 in 2005
SEGA Dreamcast launches in 1999 for $199.99 = $228.09 in 2005
PlayStation launched in 1995 for $299.99 = $372.01 in 2005
PlayStation 2 launched in 2000 for $299.99 = $333.15 in 2005
Xbox Launched in 2001 for $299.99 = $325.34 in 2005
GameCube launched in 2001 for $199.99 = $216.89 in 2005
Read the whole article on xbox360.ign.com. |
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Posted by Tessil Sunday, August 21, 2005 (01:54:57) |
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| Massively Multiplayer Sweat Shops |
Computer Games World, part of 1up.com, has done up a fantastic piece looking into the world of Massively Multiplayer Sweat Shops. More than just a look at how it's done, it painfully illustrates that not all farmers are farming by choice and not all farmers are from Asia.
From the article: "How does it work? The macros for World of WarCraft, for example, control a high-level hunter and cleric. The hunter kills while the cleric automatically heals. Once they are fully loaded with gold and items, the 'farmer' who's monitoring their progress manually controls them out of the dungeon to go sell their goods. These automated agents are then returned to the dungeons to do their thing again. Sack's typical 12-hour sessions can earn his employers as much as $60,000 per month while he walks away with a measly $150." |
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Posted by Tessil Thursday, July 07, 2005 (10:47:54) |
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| The Matrix Online Sold To SOE? |
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Posted by Tessil Friday, June 17, 2005 (10:31:29) |
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| Sony Unveils PlayStation 3 |
The company unveiled details of its PlayStation 3 Monday, showing off a machine with enormous horsepower, stunning graphics and a slew of multimedia elements.
Due in spring 2006 for an unannounced price, the PlayStation 3 is powered by the "Cell" processor, which Sony boasts makes the machine 35 times more powerful than the PlayStation 2.
The PS3 will use the Blu-ray disc format, which can hold 50 gigabytes of information - the equivalent of six DVDs. It will also have a small removable (2.5")hard drive, though Sony did not say whether it would come as standard. Other features include the ability to use up to seven wireless Bluetooth controllers, and has outputs for two high-definition televisions (HDTVs). Six USB ports and Internet-ready communications via a built-in Ethernet port or via wi-fi.
Reports from the E3 presentation made by Ken Kutaragi, President and Group CEO of Sony Computer Entertainment, indicated that the PS3 would feature backwards compatibility with both the original Playstation and PS2 games, potentially another major advantage over Microsoft's Xbox 360 from a developer and even a consumer standpoint. |
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Posted by Tessil Tuesday, May 17, 2005 (15:43:59) |
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| PSP Set to Release on March 24 Across North America |
FOSTER CITY, Calif., Feb. 3 /PRNewswire/ -- Sony Computer Entertainment America Inc. announced today the North American launch details for its highly anticipated PSP(TM) (PlayStation(R) Portable) handheld entertainment system. Available through retail outlets on March 24, the company continues its consumer-centric legacy with the release of the PSP Value Pack for a suggested retail price of $249.99 U.S./$299.99 CND. In addition to the revolutionary PSP hardware, the PSP Value Pack contains an unprecedented added-value package of accessories and entertainment content, including 32 MB Memory Stick Duo(TM), headphones with remote control, battery pack, AC adaptor, soft case and cleaning cloth, movie/music/game video sampler UMD disc including multiple non-interactive game demos, and for the first one million PSP Value Packs shipped, a special UMD video release of the feature film Spider-Man(TM) 2 from Sony Pictures Entertainment. |
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| Halo 2 Midnight Launch Event |
The defeat of the Covenant in the first Halo game was only a temporary victory, as the alien attackers have renewed their mission to wipe out all of humanity. Despite the human military force's and Master Chief's efforts, the Covenant have breeched the Earth's defenses and have left its inhabitants in a dismal situation. In the midst of desperation, players assume the role of Master Chief and lead the resistance against the Covenant to save the people of Earth from a gruesome demise. Halo 2 will feature an immense and epic single player mode, as the story picks up where it ended in the first game. In addition to the single player mode, Halo 2 will also feature a redesigned multiplayer mode. While the first game limited players to LAN connectivity, Halo 2 takes multiplayer missions online by way of Xbox Live.
In New York, Toys "R" Us Times Square will be the epicenter of "Halo 2" activities in the United States. Legions of dedicated fans are expected to line the streets waiting for the chance to be among the first to own the coveted game. Across every time zone, more than 7,000 retailers are also planning "midnight madness" events. A complete list of retail outlets opening at 12:01 a.m. can be found online at url=http://www.xbox.com/en-us/halo2/storelocator.htm]http://www.xbox.com/en-us/halo2/storelocator.htm[/url].
"With more than 1.5 million copies already preordered, day-one sales of 'Halo 2' look to herald the biggest 24 hours in entertainment retail history," said Peter Moore, corporate vice president of worldwide publishing and marketing for Xbox at Microsoft Corp. "By the end of this week the world will be playing 'Halo 2' -- and with our Xbox Live(TM) online service, fans will literally be banding together across the globe to fend off Covenant invaders." |
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Posted by Admin Monday, November 08, 2004 (08:22:19) |
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| Guild Name: |
| | Clenched Fist |
| Server: |
| | Crushbone | | Guild Level: 90 |
| Guild Status: N/A |
| Total Characters: 178 |
| Unique Members: 33 |
| Average Adv. Level: 51 |
| Average Art. Level: 26 |
| Date Formed: |
| | Wed, 12 Jan 2005 19:31:00 |
| Average Quests Completed: 349 |
| Total Rares Harvested: 7,569 |
| Total Items Crafted: 504,002 |
| Total Kills: 2,242,977 |
| Total PvP Kills: 0 |
| Total City PvP Kills: 0 |
| Total Wild PvP Kills: 0 |
| Total Deaths: 51,656 |
| Total Kills: 2,242,977 |
| Total Deaths: 51,656 |
| Kills vs. Deaths Ratio: 43 |
| Highest Guild Status Contributor: | | | Tulvarus (7,230,493) |
| Most Quests Complete: | | | Tulvarus (5,222) |
| Most Collections Complete: | | | Toukai (498) |
| Highest Max Melee Hit: | | | Sala (5,124,003) |
| Highest Max Magic Hit: | | | Tulvarus (1,796,495) |
| Most rares collected: | | | Tulvarus (931) |
| Most items crafted: | | | Tulvarus (345,147) |
| Longest Time Played: | | | Tulvarus (1 year 5 months 1 week 2 days 8 hours) |
Class Breakdown:
 | Fighter: 24 |
- Berserker: 3
- Guardian: 6
- Bruiser: 4
- Monk: 5
- Paladin: 6
- Shadow Knight: 0
| Priest: 24 |
- Templar: 4
- Inquisitor: 7
- Warden: 3
- Fury: 5
- Defiler: 1
- Mystic: 4
| Mage: 28 |
- Warlock: 4
- Wizard: 7
- Illusionist: 4
- Coercer: 3
- Necromancer: 5
- Conjuror: 5
| Scout: 29 |
- Brigand: 4
- Swashbuckler: 1
- Dirge: 4
- Troubador: 5
- Assassin: 2
- Ranger: 5
- Beastlord: 8
Trades Breakdown:
| Craftsman: 24 |
- Craftsman: 8
- Provisioner: 8
- Woodworker: 4
- Carpenter: 4
| Outfitter: 14 |
- Outfitter: 5
- Armorer: 4
- Weaponsmith: 2
- Tailor: 3
| Scholar: 19 |
- Scholar: 2
- Jeweler: 5
- Sage: 5
- Alchemist: 7
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