Meteor Games Announces New MMOG
Posted by Jessica Kelley on 05 August 2008 - 21:39 · 4 comments & 4470 views
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#1 Posted by Xeta on 05 Aug 2008 - 22:58
- At first glance it reads like a browser based MMO. But I found a FAQ from their website and it sounds like it will be DX9 based, fully 3D game. And then it'll have gimmick mini games outside the game to play as well that will somehow influence stuff in the MMO world.
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#2 Posted by RPDL on 05 Aug 2008 - 23:55
- The creators of Neopets created something new and innovative, but that was a long time ago, alot of new things were coming out. Can they still do it? Can they create an internet phenomenon? There are tons of free MMOs out there, many of which are entirely graphical (and awful), they're trying to set it apart from those other games and gain popularity with some tie-in browser games, but I say its gonna take more than that.
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#3 Posted by ChrisJ1968 on 06 Aug 2008 - 22:58
- My wife and I play Pirates online from disney. it's alot of fun, you get levels, side quests.
"We're excited to announce Twin Skies, […] a much more ambitious undertaking that aims to change the way gamers of all ages play and socialize in MMOs," said Adam Powell, CEO and creative director, Meteor Games. "Twin Skies' technology and design will allow players to access the game from anywhere and in any way they choose. The immersive world, advanced technology and accessible gameplay will be fun for gamers young and old, casual and hardcore alike."
The website for the game has already been launched and provides forums and games to enrich the experience. The online games will eventually provide users points that can be used in Twin Skies to purchase everything from avatars to unlocking new parts of the game and website. For example, achieving a high score in the Web-based Hungry Junkworm mini-game might create a huge junkworm in the Twin Skies game world which will then head off and attack players.
According to the creators, Twin Skies is the story of two planets locked together in close orbit. When one, named Stormia begins to crack apart, the other planet begins receiving visits from a many uninvited guests.
Twin Skies is expected to launch in 2009 and go beta soon. To take part in the limited beta test, potential players can visit them at the Penny Arcade Expo this year to sign up.