Games Review

Warhammer Online: Wrath of Heroes

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[stat=Publisher]Electronic Arts[/stat]
[stat=Developer]BioWare[/stat]
[stat=Genre]MOBA[/stat]
[stat=Distribution]Online Download[/stat]
[stat=Graphics]3D[/stat]
[stat=PvP]Yes[/stat]
[stat=Free to Play]Yes[/stat]
[stat=Download Size]??[/stat]
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Warhammer Online: Wrath of Heroes from BioWare offers an extreme, fast-paced experience which focuses purely on PvP combat. Based off the popular Warhammer Online: Age of Reckoning, Wrath of Heroes drops the quests and places players in the arena. 

Three teams of six players are pit against each other with the ultimate goal of crushing the opposition. Players have a selection of 10 different heroes to choose from which players can swap between mid-match to optimize circumstances. New spells and moves can be unlocked as characters progress via each character’s skill tree.

With a look that is reminiscent of the World of Warcraft series, this MOBA boasts quick, high intensity games with a variety of gametypes including Capture the Flag and classic Deathmatch. Don’t let the gorgeous graphics fool you, this game offers as brutal a beating as any game out there. Players who don’t pay attention or lack the required skill could easily be swallowed up in the chaos.

Rise of Immortals

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[stat=Publisher]Petroglyph Games[/stat]
[stat=Developer]Petroglyph Games[/stat]
[stat=Genre]MOBA[/stat]
[stat=Distribution]Online Download[/stat]
[stat=Graphics]3D[/stat]
[stat=PvP]Yes[/stat]
[stat=Free to Play]Yes[/stat]
[stat=Download Size]??[/stat]
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Rise of Immortals (RoI) by Petroglyph Games is a 3D, top-down multiplayer battle arena game in which players chose an Immortal to utilize in battle against other characters. While sticking close in formula to other MOBA style games, RoI sets itself apart through a number of elements: the social structure and progression systems being the most notable.

After selecting an Immortal, players are dropped into a social hub world where they can chat, shop, show off their character and view leaderboards. Games are initiated through this hub world and players are returned to it upon completion of their game. This offers a friendly change of pace from the menus and chat rooms of other games for those looking to have a more personal experience with teammates and opponents.

The game also features persistent character progression. Instead of an account-based leveling system, as players gain experience, they are able to customize a persistent skill tree through which they can progress their character in the way they see fit. These unlocked unique abilities stay consistent from match to match.

While players are given the option to participate in PvP matches of up to five players per team, those less confident in their skill can build their character through the PvE system as well. This presents a great opportunity to try out new abilities or gain more experience before moving on to the more competitive world of PvP.

This game is no longer playable. It was closed to give way to Battle for Graxia.

Heroes of Newerth

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[stat=Publisher]S2 Games[/stat]
[stat=Developer]S2 Games[/stat]
[stat=Genre]MOBA[/stat]
[stat=Distribution]Online Download[/stat]
[stat=Graphics]3D[/stat]
[stat=PvP]Yes[/stat]
[stat=Free to Play]Yes[/stat]
[stat=Download Size]~569MB[/stat]
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Heroes of Newerth (HoN), developed by S2 Games, is a multiplayer battle arena game that was released in May of 2010 and made free-to-play in July of 2011. The game finds heavy inspiration from Warcraft III’s custom map Defense of the Ancients.

The game pits two opposing teams against each other by placing them at opposite ends of the map and tasking them with claiming the opponent’s base. Each player, in control of a single hero from a top-down perspective, must navigate and fight their way through the enemy army and their defense towers in order to destroy the primary structure located at the opposing base. ‘Creeps’ are spawned every 30 seconds for each team to assist with the battle.

Experience is earned for being nearby when an enemy is killed and is used to level up the player and his/her four abilities. Gold can also be earned through battle to purchase various items.

The game tends to be fairly competitive and the learning curve can be a turn off for some players. That being said, those willing to take the time to learn the game and progress their character will find the experience extremely rewarding.

Bloodline Champions

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Bloodline Champions is a free to play 3D arena-based PvP MMO game published by Funcom. The game is best described as being similar to that of League of Legends and Dota 2, but has a very unique way of handling the MOBA genre. Bloodlines is a more skill-based game. Instead of relying on killing creeps and controlling lanes the game is much more skill based. Critical hits and passive buffs don?t exist, healing and damage spells need to be manually aimed with a deft touch, and teamwork matters more than ever.

Bloodline Champions is a player vs. player arena game where players engage in short, intense battles of up to ten players divided into two teams. Each player must take control over one of several different bloodlines, each with their own unique weapons and abilities. The game can be described as quite easy to learn, but when it comes to mastering the game, it becomes a whole new beast. There are many different maps and game modes, each requiring different tactics to learn. Good teamwork is very important in Bloodline Champions and will determine the outcome more than not. Spells travel towards where the player aim their mouse cursor, and can be avoided by enemy players, making every ability dependent on individual player skill. There is no mana and the cooldowns are short, ensuring that every match is full of intense, adrenaline-filled action.

Dragon’s Call II

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[stat=Publisher]Ray Media Group[/stat]
[stat=Developer]GameDP[/stat]
[stat=Genre]Fantasy[/stat]
[stat=Distribution]Browser[/stat]
[stat=Graphics]2D[/stat]
[stat=PvP]Yes[/stat]
[stat=Free to Play]Yes[/stat]
[stat=Download Size]NA[/stat]
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Dragon’s Call II is a western-style 2D MMORPG featuring creative side-scrolling and surprisingly unique turn-based action.  Being the sequel to the first Dragon’s Call this game does take place three years after the events of the first game.  In the game you control a hero which can be one of three classes: the Warrior, the Assassin or Mage.  As you level up your character will learn many abilities that help defeat your enemies more quickly and efficiently.  

What makes this game so unique is their guild system.  In guilds you are given quite a bit more to do in the game.  There are a variety of guild-only tasks and quests that will keep you and your guildmates busy during your time in Dragon’s Call II.  The game features an epic storyline where you will fight many fierce enemies like orcs and undead and even Dragons!  But of course there were dragons, look at the title!

The best part of the game is the storyline.  It really makes you feel for and understand the world around you.  It pulls you in and makes you want to gain more knowledge about the world you are trying to save.  With many events being held around the game the developers put a lot of time and effort into ensuring a great playing experience.

Ghost Recon Online

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[stat=Rating]9.5[/stat]
[stat=Publisher]Ubisoft[/stat]
[stat=Player base]Medium[/stat]
[stat=Graphics]High[/stat]
[stat=Type]Shooter[/stat]
[stat=PvP]Yes[/stat]
[stat=Release Date]April 2012[/stat]
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Ghost Recon Online is Ubisoft’s first installment in the Tom Clancy series to be designed specifically for the PC and the free to play market.  GRO offers a full fledged first person shooter game with all the bells and whistles to free to play gamers.

The game boasts two game modes, four maps and three classes at its launch.  But Ubisoft has promised to deliver new content on a regular basis to eventually make this game one of the most coveted shooters around.  Already is 8v8 cover-based combat works extremely well thanks to the extremely well thought out classes; Recon, Assault and Specialist.

Ghost Recon Online is less like a fast-faced slaughterfest that you’d find in a Call of Duty game, and more on the slow and suspenseful side which accounts for a great mix of strategy and cunning as you take on the enemies in a conquest matches. 

This game is a must for anyone who plays shooter games.  The game is very well polished and we can expect many major updates to make this game an invaluable addition to your collection.

Ghost Recon Online has been renamed, Ghost Recon Phantoms.

Wings of Destiny

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[stat=Rating]8.2[/stat]
[stat=Publisher]IGG[/stat]
[stat=Player base]Medium[/stat]
[stat=Graphics]Medium[/stat]
[stat=Type]MMORPG[/stat]
[stat=Exp Rate]High[/stat]
[stat=PvP]Yes[/stat]
[stat=File size]Browser[/stat]
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[/review]Wings of Destiny is a browser based fantasy MMO game developed and published by IGG. The game features four playable classes; the Knight, which is the tank class, the Hunter, which is the physical DPS class, the Mage, which is the magical DPS class, or the Priest, which is the healer class. What’s great about each class is that they can have different specialties which further enhance the fantasy gameplay. Knights can develop into crusaders or berserkers, Hunters can specialize as rangers or stalkers, Mages, which are the best DPS class in the game, can become sages or warlocks and the Priest mainly heal, but can also specialize in dark magic and become damage dealers as well.

Wings of Destiny character advancement has 4 main aspects: stats and items, souls, faith and skills. Stats will improve a character’s abilities. Players do not need to be concerned with all stats though, as certain classes won’t need to specialize in certain stats. Stats can be increased by wearing armor, which can be enhanced with souls, which are found after level 20. The skill panel lists characters abilities. Abilities become more powerful with every gained level. You can boost your attributes by using the Faith feature.

The game includes many activities including dungeons, events and boss fights. Many of these events may have level requirements, but leveling goes relatively fast in the early levels. The achievement system also helps players get rewards during the game. Wings of Destiny also has an auction house for player trading, pets to help in battle and a great PvP experience.

Crazy Fairies

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[stat=Publisher]Spicy Horse Games[/stat]
[stat=Developer]Spicy Horse Games[/stat]
[stat=Genre]Fantasy[/stat]
[stat=Distribution]Browser[/stat]
[stat=Graphics]Low[/stat]
[stat=PvP]Yes[/stat]
[stat=Free to Play]Yes[/stat]
[stat=Download Size]NA[/stat]
[stat=System]PC,iOS,Android[/stat]
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Crazy Fairies, a turn-based, free-to-play title featuring cross-platform play. Developed by Spicy Horse, this game is much like the Worms family of games, in that it is an item-centric warfield that pits player against player ? or player against computer. Believe, me, these fairies mean business!

But don?t you dare go thinking this game only contains fairies.The title may imply a heavy dosage of fairies, but it also features characters like Godfather Death, Master Cat, and a host of other characters inspired by fairy tale archetypes. In Crazy Fairies you?ll be invited to customize your characters, weaponry, and ?personal space? to your fullest degree.

If you happen to be allergic to cats, or fairies even, then you can always purchase yourself a new character through the in-game shop. You can also pick up new weapons, cards, wallpapers, stickers and more.

So if you’re a fan of Worms and are looking for something a little different, and a little more wacky, then give Crazy Fairies a try, you will not be sorry!

Pirate 101

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[stat=Publisher]KingIsle Ent.[/stat]
[stat=Developer]KingIsle Ent.[/stat]
[stat=Genre]Fantasy[/stat]
[stat=Distribution]Online Download[/stat]
[stat=Graphics]3D[/stat]
[stat=PvP]No[/stat]
[stat=Free to Play]Yes[/stat]
[stat=Download Size]2.6GB[/stat]
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[/review]Pirate 101 is a free-to-play pirate-themed MMORPG developed by KingsIsle Entertainment, makers of Wizard 101. Pirate 101 is set in the same universe as Wizard 101, so players will continue to challenge the evil Clockwork Empire. Play starts with players rolling up a pirate, then setting out to gain a ship and crew. Players will be able to find swashbuckling combat on the ground, but the main fighting focus will be ship-to-ship combat high in the sky among the skyways and floating islands in the Weave. 

The most amazing aspect of the game lies within its replay value. The storyline in this game has many different outcomes based on the choices players make. This gives a player the ability to replay the game with different characters making different choices, and thus enjoying a different story. You also have the ability to choose their companions which can drastically change the flow of battles, dialogue and overall storyline. There are endless ways to play this game.

DC Universe Online

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DC Universe Online

DC Universe Online is a Free-to-Play, massive online action game set in the DC Comics universe.

Jump into DC Universe Online with everything you need to get started on your Heroic or Villainous adventures!


Get four DLC Packs that include additional super powers, weapons and high-level missions, and two Legends PvP characters. You’ll get future Batman and future Harley Quinn!

Join thousands of other players in a massive online action game and experience true action combat as you fight alongside and against legendary characters such as Batman, Superman, The Joker and Lex Luthor.

Odin Quest

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[stat=Publisher]Snail Games[/stat]
[stat=Developer]NA[/stat]
[stat=Genre]Fantasy[/stat]
[stat=Distribution]Browser[/stat]
[stat=Graphics]Low[/stat]
[stat=PvP]Yes[/stat]
[stat=Free to Play]Yes[/stat]
[stat=Download Size]NA[/stat]
[stat=System]PC[/stat]
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[/review]Odin Quest is an action RPG that features five different classes: Warrior, Mage, Priest, Assassin, and Hunter. The beauty about the game is that each class is very unique.  They have their own individual strengths and weaknesses, and also their own special mount to obtain in the game. In Odin Quest you will fight against countless numbers of monsters, each of which can drop loot and money. The game gives an extensive upgrade system for each piece of gear you obtain.

One of the best aspects of the game is the various dungeons are scattered throughout.  Dungeons give a great challenge for players interested in conquering them and finding out what lies inside. The game also features a great PvP system that lets you face off against players to test your skills.  

Kingdoms of Camelot

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[stat=Publisher]Kabam[/stat]
[stat=Developer]Kabam[/stat]
[stat=Genre]Fantasy[/stat]
[stat=Distribution]Browser[/stat]
[stat=Graphics]Low[/stat]
[stat=PvP]Yes[/stat]
[stat=Free to Play]Yes[/stat]
[stat=Download Size]NA[/stat]
[stat=System]PC[/stat]
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[/review]Build the mightiest kingdom to rule Camelot!  Battle rages in Camelot, the realm of legend ruled by the noble King Arthur and his famed Knights. The Wizard Merlin guides willing Lords and Ladies as they fight to build their mighty Kingdoms. Join one of three powerful Factions, the Briton, Druid or Fey and expand your Kingdom as you vie for Arthur?s favor and the chance to Rule Camelot.

Game Highlights

  • Expand your Kingdom ? Build your castle, claim your throne and grow your Empire
  • Join Arthur?s Roundtable – Train with fabled knights of yore
  • Amass an Army ? Train Knights, Cavalry and other medieval soldiers to fight for the glory of your Kingdom
  • Reap the Spoils of War ? Loot items that imbue you and your kingdom with exceptional abilities and power
  • Form Powerful Alliances ? Join Forces with your fellow Lords and Ladies to Rule Camelot

War of Angels – Defunct

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[stat=Publisher]Neowiz Games[/stat]
[stat=Developer]Neowiz Games[/stat]
[stat=Genre]MMORPG[/stat]
[stat=Distribution]Online Download[/stat]
[stat=Graphics]Med[/stat]
[stat=PvP]Yes[/stat]
[stat=Free to Play]Yes[/stat]
[stat=Download Size]~1500MB[/stat]
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[/review]War of Angels is a free-to-play 3D online, MMO fantasy role-playing game where you can fight not just on land but also underwater and also in the air. Join up with other players to explore massive dungeons, become leader of your own guild and conquer the guild city. Build your own economy and rule your own town.

War of Angels  mixes elements from both Eastern and Western games, both in visual style and gameplay. Perhaps the game?s most innovative feature is it?s town building system ? where players who conquer towns can build and better manage them. Like most other MMORPGs, players have access to both a large variety of pets and mounts as well as a large arsenal of skills and spells.  Immerse yourself in a world of highly-detailed graphics with a unique look that combines Western conventions with an Asian flair. You decide whether you are one of the good guys or one of the bad ones.

There is no limit on how to strategize and perfect your skills in the art of war. Any skilled warrior can earn their wings and take their battles to the skies. Show your opponents that you?re not afraid of conflict! Take off and become a warring angel.

District 187

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[stat=Publisher]CJ Games Global[/stat]
[stat=Player base]Medium[/stat]
[stat=Graphics]Medium[/stat]
[stat=Type]Shooter[/stat]
[stat=Exp Rate]Medium[/stat]
[stat=PvP]Extensive, Clans[/stat]
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District 187 is a first person shooter by CJ Games Global.  The game is set at the end of the 21st century after the collapse of the world economy.  As the world turns to chaos money means everything and the wealthiest survivors control the world power.  The government is no match for the wealthy citizens and constant fights and wars are breaking out in cities all across the globe.

In District 187 there are two main factions that compete for territory.  The game offers one of the most developed guild systems in any FPS.  You and your friends can create or join guilds in order to compete in special clan vs clan matches.  There are many achievements and missions to unlock daily, which help increase your rank and awards for completing them.  Clans (guilds) can also claim streets in the city which will give your clan bonuses.  But remember, there’s always another clan that’s trying to get your territory!

Rage of 3 Kingdoms

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[stat=Publisher]RMS[/stat]
[stat=Developer]Gamernizer[/stat]
[stat=Genre]Fantasy[/stat]
[stat=Distribution]Browser[/stat]
[stat=Graphics]Low[/stat]
[stat=PvP]Yes[/stat]
[stat=Free to Play]Yes[/stat]
[stat=Download Size]NA[/stat]
[stat=System]PC[/stat]
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[/review]Rage of 3 Kingdoms is a popular online browser based strategy MMORPG.  At it’s heart it is a city-building strategy game, but it goes beyond that with many different strategies involved in playing the game.  You will be in command of an army of troops that you will train to join in the battle of three different kingdoms within China.

In the beginning of the game you are given a town hall in which to start your journey.  You will improve upon this meager start by adding training camps, barracks, a granary, farmlands, and many other additions that will help your empire grow.  Upon upgrading your hall you will gain levels which will help when upgrading all other buildings.  Improving your technologies will help you train and acquire better troops and upgrades to your hero.

Rage of 3 Kingdoms is a great browser game that will gobble up your free time.  The amount of strategy involved is different compared to many city-building games, which makes R3K a great addition to your browser.

 

Command and Conquer: Tiberium Alliances

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[stat=Publisher]EA[/stat]
[stat=Developer]EA[/stat]
[stat=Genre]Strategy[/stat]
[stat=Distribution]Browser[/stat]
[stat=Graphics]High[/stat]
[stat=PvP]Yes[/stat]
[stat=Free to Play]Yes[/stat]
[stat=Download Size]NA[/stat]
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Command and Conquer Tiberium Alliances brings the battle to your browser in this epic strategy MMO. Compete or ally with your friends in a worldwide war for precious resources. Based in the Command and Conquer Tiberium story world, C&C Tiberium Alliances allows players to experience C&C in a brand new way. Using HTML 5 technology, players are able to access their game from any web accessible browser making this one of the first truly portable MMO strategy titles to hit the market.

  • Conquer Everywhere – Hardcore strategy gameplay available wherever you are. Play on your web browser from any html5 compatible browser or mobile device all for free.
  • Build Alliances – Diplomacy can get you everywhere. Build alliances & conquer new territory through leveraging your social network strategically.
  • Grow your Empire – Expand your territory by gathering resources, defeating enemies and taking over new areas of a dynamically updating map.