Category Archives: Sony Online Entertainment

The next major update to DC Universe Online has players taking on the primary antagonist of the MMORPG’s entire first year.

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After fourteen years of service, the Life Swallower is ready to absorb a new generation of subscription-free adventurers.

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SOE’s said it’s got more seasonal events planned for DC Universe Online.

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SOE has marked the first anniversary of DC Universe Online by handing characters which existed in the game since January 11 a swanky cape. The firm has also released some fun facts regarding achievements accomplished by those who play the F2P MMO.

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DC Universe Online has been updated with a new R&D system which allows players to create new items.

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SOE president John Smedley has said EverQuest II has seen “amazing growth” since it switched to F2P. The MMO, according to Smedley in a series of tweets, has reached a 40% increase in log-ins, 300% uppage on item sales, as well as adding “a lot of new subs.” Smedley added that all of this came while “some really good competition hit the market.”

Thanks, Massively.

A brand new gameplay video of Planetside 2 has appeared online, showing some of the SOE development team detailing the game’s new engine, the factions within it and some new gameplay towards the end. Get it below the break. The MMOFPS doesn’t have a date as yet.

Thanks, DSB.

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SOE’s begun sign-ups for Planetside 2 ahead of a planned testing period expected at some point next year. In order to sign up for the beta, you will need an SOE account. Get to it over on the game’s newly-revamped website, soldier.

The MMOFPS currently goes without a date. Thanks, RPS.

One player left his PC recording video of the last, celebratory gasps of Star Wars Galaxies as the venerable MMORPG shuttered forever.

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The dust has settled over the final battles of Sony Online Entertainment’s long-lived Star Wars Galaxies. The subscription-based MMO’s servers signed off today after eight years of operation, the closure triggered by the expiration of a contract, this month’s launch of BioWare’s The Old Republic, and questions of financial sustainability. The much-treasured universe went down fighting, in the last throes of the Galactic Civil War. So long, Star Wars Galaxies, and thanks for all the mouse droids.

After a stern warning to unscrupulous Everquest players last week, Sony Online Entertainment made good on its threats. Seven hundred accounts were suspended today as Sony’s wrath rang out through Norrath.

“Remember that these suspensions are merely the first wave, and further action is on the horizon. We will not rest, but will instead continue to gather data and take action as necessary on behalf of the entire player base. Don’t cheat – it’s not worth it,” said Everquest community manager Piestro.

Via Massively.

EverQuest II executive producer Dave Georgeson has announced that all characters created before Age of Discovery’s launch will be grandfathered into the game. Now, characters previously locked when going from having a subscription to choosing the free-to-play model are now playable. Station Cash points spent to unlock the characters following the AoD release will also be refunded. Any character created on an EQII account before December 6 is eligible. More information on the matter is posted on the forums. The forum also has word that Veteran Rewards will be made available to F2P users as well. Thanks, Massively.

A post on the Sony Online Entertainment forums has warned players of an imminent crackdown on those utilising exploits in the nearly 12 year old MMORPG, Everquest. The teams has “quietly invested significant behind the scenes effort” and advises cheaters to “take heed and reform. There will be no second chances.”

Thanks, Blue.

The promised grand conclusion to the eight year saga of Star Wars Galaxies is just two weeks away. Clear your diary.

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The Battle of Umbara expansion for Star Wars: Clone Wars Adventures brings a brand new combat zone.

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SOE said this morning that the DC Universe Lightning Strikes DLC, announced earlier this month, will release on December 6. The update includes a new Flash adventure, electricity powers and loads more. It’s free for subs, $10 for everyone else. DCUO went free-to-play on PC and PS3 in October.

As part of update 62, the city of Freeport in long-lived MMORPG Everquest II is geting a major facelift. Lucan D’Lere is back on the throne, and that means the city’s decorators have jumped on this season’s hottest trends – black, spikes, and fire-breathing bat horses. Check out the new look in the trailer through the break.

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DC Universe Online has been going from strength to strength since adopting a free-to-play business model.

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SOE has announced the second downloadable pack for DC Universe Online, Lightning Strikes, will be released later this year, adding electricity powers and a new adventure starring the The Flash.

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Since going free-to-play, DC Universe Online’s star has only shone brighter.

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