Category Archives: SW:TOR

The early bashing of TESO, and what it might mean

Posted on June 18, 2012 by SynCaine

I find the defensive nature of the Elder Scroll MMO devs interesting. The game is not close to release, no one has seen it in action, let alone played it, yet already ‘fans’ are objecting and raising complaints, and the … Continue reading →

Posted in beta, MMO design, Random, SW:TOR, The Elder Scrolls Online, World of Warcraft | 22 Comments

Damn competitive market!

Posted on June 15, 2012 by SynCaine

To the MMO minor leagues! “The MMO market is very dynamic and we need to be dynamic as well,” he says. “Unless people are happy with what they have, they are constantly demanding updates, new modes and situations. So we … Continue reading →

Posted in Rant, RMT, SW:TOR | 16 Comments

This post is about one MMO

Posted on June 5, 2012 by SynCaine

Why is Wargaming.net still calling its MOBA titles MMOs? Especially now that MOBA titles are a bigger genre than MMOs. Someone pass them the memo already. SW:TOR getting a limited free trial is somewhat of a non-factor (although does this … Continue reading →

Posted in Random, Rift, SW:TOR | 16 Comments

Opinions

Posted on May 31, 2012 by SynCaine

Today’s post is somewhat of a continuation from yesterday, because what I’ve heard/read is fascinating in so many ways. According to more than one commentator here, the themepark side of the MMO genre is doing just fine, and all but … Continue reading →

Posted in EVE Online, Mass Media, Random, Rant, SW:TOR | 48 Comments

My favorite genre is coming back!

Posted on May 30, 2012 by SynCaine

MMOs are a niche genre in gaming. They are games that require additional ‘work’ beyond just loading something up, and to really get the most out of them you have to put in that ‘work’ consistently. They can also be … Continue reading →

Posted in Darkfall Online, EQ2, EVE Online, Guild Wars, Mass Media, MMO design, Rant, Rift, SW:TOR, Ultima Online, World of Warcraft | 39 Comments

You’re welcome

Posted on May 30, 2012 by SynCaine

And I’m hoping that ‘death’ arrives with SW:TOR. If even half the crap about that game is true, it’s going to be an E.T., bury-copies-in-the-desert-sized disaster. Nothing, and I mean nothing released about that game has interested me in the … Continue reading →

Posted in EVE Online, Rant, SW:TOR | 17 Comments

No relation

Posted on May 22, 2012 by SynCaine

This. This. It’s been 6 months already? Saddest part is all the wrong people are being laid off, as I’m sure whichever genius came up with the solo-MMO idea is still getting paid (way too much), while the guy trying … Continue reading →

Posted in Mass Media, SW:TOR | 21 Comments

EVE looking pretty dated

Posted on May 11, 2012 by SynCaine

One thing I hate about EVE is that it’s a 9 year old MMO that looks a bit dated. Imagine what the game would look like if it was a 2012-era game? Would be pretty mind-blowing, right? Especially if you … Continue reading →

Posted in EVE Online, Rant, SW:TOR | 36 Comments

SW:TOR – EA says the game is not interesting, players agree

Posted on May 8, 2012 by SynCaine

In our portfolio in terms of property from a franchise, it’s in our top 10 but it’s not in our top 5,” Riccitiello said. “So I understand there’s a modest amount of interest, but I don’t know if it warrants … Continue reading →

Posted in Mass Media, Rant, SW:TOR | 46 Comments

Xfire, TES MMO, and a lost EVE pilot

Posted on May 4, 2012 by SynCaine

Xfire: When I link Xfire stats, I don’t do it with the belief that Xfire is 100% accurate and to show exact sub numbers. I do it because Xfire trending has, historically, been accurate in painting how a game is … Continue reading →

Posted in EVE Online, MMO design, Random, SW:TOR | 47 Comments