Category Archives: Darkfall Online

In-game vs Forum perception

Posted on March 10, 2010 by SynCaine

It’s no secret that the forums of any MMO are not exactly the best place to go if you want to judge the health or status of the game itself, but recently things have just gotten head-shake sad with ForumFall. … Continue reading →

Posted in Darkfall Online, Random | 33 Comments

Tales from DarkFall: Darkmoore and the missing door

Posted on March 9, 2010 by SynCaine

I mentioned in my previous “Tales from DarkFall” post (that’s going to be the prefix title going forward) that while Inquisition is getting stronger as a whole, we are not yet up to city-raider level. This is mostly true, and … Continue reading →

Posted in Combat Systems, Darkfall Online, Housing, Inquisition Clan, PvP | 9 Comments

Battlefield: Bad Company 2, and DarkFall is an A-

Posted on March 8, 2010 by SynCaine

Some Monday quick notes to wrap up the day. First, MMORPG writer Frank Inktomi has a review of DarkFall up, and robs the game with an A- score. Damn haters just keep hating! I kid I kid; it’s a solid … Continue reading →

Posted in Combat Systems, Darkfall Online, Inquisition Clan, Mass Media, PvP, Random | 20 Comments

DarkFall: Saying hello to our new neighbors

Posted on March 8, 2010 by SynCaine

While this weekend saw a few major sieges in DarkFall, including the use of a Man-o-War (the biggest ship in the game) against a coastal city, my weekend PvP was on a much smaller scale. Due to two new clans … Continue reading →

Posted in Combat Systems, Darkfall Online, Inquisition Clan, PvP | 8 Comments

We are talking some big numbers here

Posted on March 3, 2010 by SynCaine

Two things of grave significance have happened today. Two very generous gifts delivered to MMO fans. The first, Aventurine will give you $5000 if you come up with the coolest DarkFall-related promotional item. That’s $5000 dollars, not potatoes or onions … Continue reading →

Posted in Allods Online, Darkfall Online, MMO design, Patch Notes, Rant, RMT | 34 Comments

Some DarkFall plans, Final Fantasy on the iPhone, and Lost

Posted on March 3, 2010 by SynCaine

With the DarkFall trial of my two friends coming to an end this Thursday, we set out last night to work on their archery in preparation for a PvP trip tonight. While DarkFall does not limit what a new character … Continue reading →

Posted in Combat Systems, Darkfall Online, iPhone, Random | 7 Comments

New DarkFall pricing announced

Posted on March 2, 2010 by SynCaine

There are a few ways you can interpret this special offer from Aventurine for new DarkFall customers: The box cost of the game has just been lowered to $15 if you purchase a three month subscription at regular price, Or … Continue reading →

Posted in Allods Online, Darkfall Online | 12 Comments

Reaction to DF Trial reactions

Posted on March 1, 2010 by SynCaine

Initial reactions from DarkFall trial users have begun popping up. Some are positive, others are a little more negative, and still some are neutral. I find all of them interesting to read from my point of view however. There are … Continue reading →

Posted in Combat Systems, Darkfall Online, MMO design | 19 Comments

Tell me if you have heard this one before

Posted on February 26, 2010 by SynCaine

Another day, another F2P MMO talking about how many free accounts people have signed up for, with today being DDOs day in the sun. What separates DDO from the average F2P game however is that it’s not terrible, and that … Continue reading →

Posted in Combat Systems, Darkfall Online, DDO, Mass Media, Rant, RMT | 10 Comments

Interview with NEW leadership and DF Trial tips.

Posted on February 25, 2010 by SynCaine

Over at his MMORPG.com blog, Paragus Rants has put together a nice interview with clan NEW leadership about their general goals, and how best to take advantage of the new trial being offered in DarkFall. A good read for anyone … Continue reading →

Posted in Darkfall Online, Inquisition Clan, Mass Media | 10 Comments