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Diablo III demo leaked? Updated
Pat from Videogaming247 is reporting that a unknown page is offering download information for a leaked Diablo III demo. The file is reported to have been leaked by an internal beta tester.
Update: Four Youtube trailers have appeared, a chap that claims to have cancer is sharing a lot of information about the game. We aren't sure if he's actually played this leaked beta or not. This could all be fake, but stay tuned.
Trailer 1, Trailer 2, Trailer 3, Trailer 4.
More on this when we get it.
Update: Four Youtube trailers have appeared, a chap that claims to have cancer is sharing a lot of information about the game. We aren't sure if he's actually played this leaked beta or not. This could all be fake, but stay tuned.
Trailer 1, Trailer 2, Trailer 3, Trailer 4.
More on this when we get it.
Blizzard: Player-killing is out
Posted: 03.07.2008
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In response to a number of concerns raised on the World of Warcraft forums, Blizzard rep Bashiok has hinted that ‘Player-killing’ might not appear in Diablo 3.
"We're - in general - not big fans of griefing for any game. It's really only "fun" for one person, and that definition of fun isn't generally something we're going to want to encourage"
"We're - in general - not big fans of griefing for any game. It's really only "fun" for one person, and that definition of fun isn't generally something we're going to want to encourage"
Bioware Console MMO has "potential"
Posted: 02.07.2008
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Bioware CEOs Ray Muzyka and Greg Zeschuk have recently expressed an interest in bringing an MMO title to the home console.
In an interview with MTV, Muzyka commented on how they "think there's potential for an MMO on a console".
In an interview with MTV, Muzyka commented on how they "think there's potential for an MMO on a console".
NCsoft Announces Summer Trade Show and Event Plans
Posted: 02.07.2008 by Kres
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NCSoft informed Strategy Informer this afternoon that it will be showcasing its Aion: The Tower of Eternity MMO to select members of the press. Showing between July 29-31, this will be the first time for western journalists to see Aion since the summer of 2007.
Fallout 3 developer "disappointed" with Diablo III 'conservatism'
Posted: 02.07.2008 by JamieSI
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Posting on his personal blog, Bethesda's Fallout 3 producer Ashley Cheng has voiced his lamentations over Blizzard's "conservative side" on Diablo III and StarCraft II.
He hails the doubtless success they'll receive saying they'll be "incredibly fun, addictive and polished games." Some Blizzard fans seem to have taken this as an 'attack'.
He hails the doubtless success they'll receive saying they'll be "incredibly fun, addictive and polished games." Some Blizzard fans seem to have taken this as an 'attack'.
Mystery "unknown project" from Blizzard a next-gen MMO, new IP?
Posted: 02.07.2008 by JamieSI
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Blizzard's VP Rob Pardo confirmed that there is an unannounced fourth game in development, he reaffirmed the job hunt for next-gen MMO staffers wasn't linked to Diablo III or World of Warcraft.
Some speculate this could be a World of Starcraft, or perhaps Blizzard is finally going to announce a completely new franchise.
Some speculate this could be a World of Starcraft, or perhaps Blizzard is finally going to announce a completely new franchise.
Play.com lists Diablo 3 as 27th March, 2009 - Pre-ordering available now
Posted: 01.07.2008 by Kres
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During our search for the Diablo Battle Chest bundle on Play.com, we noticed that Diablo III is available for pre-order at £24.99, and has a release date of 27th March, 2009. Could this be the intended release date for Diablo III?
We cannot be sure until Blizzard officially announces it, as retail listings are often incorrect. But since its Diablo III, we wanted to let you know.
We cannot be sure until Blizzard officially announces it, as retail listings are often incorrect. But since its Diablo III, we wanted to let you know.
Diablo Battle Chest bundle bestseller on Amazon.com
Posted: 01.07.2008 by Kres
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The announcement of Diablo III in Paris last weekend has increased the sales of Blizzard's Diablo Battle Chest bundle, as its currently number one on the bestseller chart at Amazon.com.
The pack was released many years ago, and includes Diablo, Diablo II, and The Lord of Destruction expansion pack along with two guides.
The pack was released many years ago, and includes Diablo, Diablo II, and The Lord of Destruction expansion pack along with two guides.
PC Zone say Lich King quests not so generic, much more variety?
Posted: 01.07.2008 by JamieSI
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Blizzard's upcoming expansion to World of Warcraft apparently has done away with, or at least masks, the average "kill-30-of-this number" quests.
During their live blogging at the Blizzard Worldwide Invitational they say the new tasks players will come into contact with won't be so bland and generic.
During their live blogging at the Blizzard Worldwide Invitational they say the new tasks players will come into contact with won't be so bland and generic.
Funcom beat their chests, Age of Conan "the undisputed #2" MMO
Posted: 01.07.2008 by JamieSI
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With over 700,000 subscriptions so far since launching in May, Funcom are not unsurprisingly buoyed that Age of Conan remains top dog in PC sales charts worldwide.
The developer proudly announces that Age of Conan: Hyborian Adventures is "the undisputed #2 subscription MMO in the western world."
The developer proudly announces that Age of Conan: Hyborian Adventures is "the undisputed #2 subscription MMO in the western world."
New World of WarCraft: Wrath of the Lich King Screenshots
Posted: 30.06.2008 by Kres
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The World of WarCraft: Wrath of the Lich King image gallery has been updated with 16 new screenshots.
New Disciples III: Renaissance Screenshots
Posted: 30.06.2008 by Kres
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The Disciples III: Renaissance image gallery has been updated with 26 new screenshots.
Guild Wars 2 "will not start" beta this year, ArenaNet not yet ready
Posted: 30.06.2008 by JamieSI
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Any fans looking to get their Guild War on with ArenaNet's sequel to their greatly successful free-to-play MMO will be waiting quite a bit longer.
The team want more time so that when the beta does start they hope players will be "absolutely blown away by the game". That's one ambitious beta.
The team want more time so that when the beta does start they hope players will be "absolutely blown away by the game". That's one ambitious beta.
Blizzard officially announces 'Diablo III' - first images hit the web!
Posted: 28.06.2008 by JamieSI
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Yes the day has finally arrived so put down that Voodoo stick and pack up your demonic circle because Blizzard Entertainment have unveiled - Diablo III.
At the Blizzard Worldwide Invitational the news that millions have hoped for has broken out across the land. 3D engine, Witchdoctor class, collapsible walls... demonic bliss.
At the Blizzard Worldwide Invitational the news that millions have hoped for has broken out across the land. 3D engine, Witchdoctor class, collapsible walls... demonic bliss.
New DC Universe Online details emerge
Posted: 27.06.2008
Comments: 1
New details have emerged for the up coming MMO DC Universe online.
According to an article in this months EDGE magazine, you will be able to create your own hero or villain, choose your superpower, and decide how you play the game.
Like traditional MMO’s, your character will level up and you'll develop your powers. When the game starts you might be able to fly, but only later will you learn how to pull off specific moves and attacks in mid-air.
According to an article in this months EDGE magazine, you will be able to create your own hero or villain, choose your superpower, and decide how you play the game.
Like traditional MMO’s, your character will level up and you'll develop your powers. When the game starts you might be able to fly, but only later will you learn how to pull off specific moves and attacks in mid-air.
Funcom's Gaute Godager proclaims Age of Conan a "great steak"
Posted: 27.06.2008 by JamieSI
Comments: 0
During an interview with Eurogamer, Gaute Godager 'cheekily' compared Blizzard's World of Warcraft to "McDonald's" while Funcom's Age of Conan enjoys "steak".
The newly launched MMO has been hugely successful. He admits though "it's more expensive," and that "perhaps it's not as easily accessible as WOW is."
The newly launched MMO has been hugely successful. He admits though "it's more expensive," and that "perhaps it's not as easily accessible as WOW is."
Blizzard Looks to Stem World of Warcraft Hacking
Posted: 26.06.2008
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There is nothing worse than spending four years of your gaming life on World of Warcraft, only to have your account hacked, voiding your hard work. Blizzard are aware of the cruel fate that can occur at any moment and have moved to stop it.
Microsoft talks to the world: PC gaming is looking up
Posted: 25.06.2008
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In an open letter to the world, Microsoft’s Corporate Vice President of LIVE, Software and services John Schappert has told consumers that things are looking up for PC gaming.
He claimed that Microsoft had helped make the PC gaming platform the “largest gaming platform in the world.”
He claimed that Microsoft had helped make the PC gaming platform the “largest gaming platform in the world.”
DreamCatcher announces The Orb and the Oracle for PC
Posted: 25.06.2008 by Kres
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JoWood Productions and DreamCatcher Games today announced The Orb and the Oracle, coming this Winter for the PC as the next installment to the dungeon lords saga.
Blizzard set to unveil new title at Worldwide Invitational?
Posted: 25.06.2008 by Kres
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Many rumours recently sparked up when Blizzard launched a new splash page on its official website, now VP of design, Rob Pardo, has confirmed that there will be a big announcement at Blizzard's Worldwide Invitational in Paris, and that it could be about a new title.

Posted: 03.07.2008 by JamieSI
Comments: 13