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War Rock Review: Ready to War Rock?!

Are you ready to rock?! ARE YOU READY TO WAR ROCK?!
By Kei Beneza (Dividelife), Onrpg writer

 

Gosh, this sure brings back memories. Remember Counterstrike and Battlefield? I remember the epic feeling of having to throw the grenade that wiped out my enemies. Good news guys, you no longer have to dwell in nostalgia cause War Rock wont let that EPIC feeling die! Now who said that all MMOs have to be RPGs…? Quick! Where are the guns?!

 

War Rock is an online game that brings you the old-school feeling of having to use existing military weapons to slay your opponents. War Rock’s graphic capability isn’t that good when compared to the most up to date shooters. You’re basically stuck with models with the same graphic detail as those of Counterstrike and other early FPS games. This on the other hand doesn’t serve as a problem since the game’s low spec compatibility makes it easier for most PCs to run the game. The sounds are just awesome, with BOOMs and BAMs that would spark up your old ‘gunny’ desires that probably died a few years back. I could say that the game is pretty much something you must have on your PC since FPSes are quite helpful when yearning for a game that won’t last you for hours (that would depend on you though).

 

I said, where are the guns?

The guns are nicely made and rendered like your average MMO games. Their responsiveness and balance are also quite similar to that of Counterstrike. You’ll start off with a small variety of guns which will expand as you unlock more. You can purchase them by spending your hard-earned Dinar (or in game currency) that you acquired throughout the game. There are also some items that you can loan for a price (cash). Although it might suck to return it when your lease time runs out, these premium guns are loaded and would greatly enhance your performance (or maybe it just feels epic). This may be considered as premium whoring since paying for stuff may give you an advantage over your enemies who are playing it for free (Cash > Skill).

 

More Than CounterStrike? Definitely!

If you think War rock is nothing more than a counterstrike remake, then you’re dead wrong. This game shares a nice set of game modes that remove the linearity of the game. Close Quarters Combat missions (commonly-known-as CQC) for example is your regular “Plant the bomb” scenario, while Battle Group mode brings you in the middle of an all-out-war where you can ride tanks and aircrafts to further decimate your opponents. If you’re tired of playing Rambo then why not try to take it up a couple of notches?

 

Whether it’s on land, water or air, War Rock’s gameplay is sure to put you on the edge of your seats with an array of stunning vehicles that would do more than satisfy your cravings for action. As you can see, War Rock offers you more than just guns, this game is pretty much the whole package! Humvees, Fighter Planes, YOU NAME IT! Nothing screams “War!” better that this game.

 

“War Rock has pretty much captured the good aspect of all the FPSes we know and love, condensing them into a solid brew of action and mayhem.” You can find more information about the battle conditions here.

 

Classes

Unlike old FPSes, War Rock gives you a chance to further define your role in the battlefield by picking between a group of 5 classes: Heavy Trooper, Sniper, Medic, Engineer, and Assault. Make sure you maintain a good balance of characters in your group since this may actually work up to your advantage.  You can always change your class during your respawn time when you feel like using another character.

 

Yep… definitely still MMO-ish

Of course no MMO would be complete without characters leveling up, and War Rock is no exception. Leveling up allows you to unlock more features like guns and other stuff that would further compliment your performance. You can gain experience points either by killing or functioning the role of your class. A healer, for example, will gain experience by healing his teammates as they continue to fight throughout the game. This by far is an excellent way of telling people that everything can’t be acquired through GRINDING kills (lol).

 

BANG BANG BANG!

The sounds greatly emphasize what this game is all about. Hearing each gun’s unique firing sound kinda gives you a feeling of how hard the bullet might hit. This, of course is good since it gives you a better feel of the game and you pretty much wouldn’t want to play a game with guns that technically blurts off the same sound every time you fire them. The variety of sounds can even work up to your tactical advantage since you know what type of gun your opponents are using. Hearing the sound of sniper rifles can inform you that your opponents may have a sniper among them. It IS a lot better than poking your head out just to see if they have one anyway. 

 

Tanks and aircrafts also give off their own respective BOOMS, giving players a good grasp of the ambiance. War rock’s sound is definitely one of the things that make it good, no doubt about that. Enhancing a player’s experience as they continue to battle it out till the end. 

 

The Verdict

First of all, I’d like to say that the sudden revival of our oldschool FPS meta is reason enough to put confetti all over this game. The game’s different game modes are all quite exquisite and would probably get you playing for a couple of hours. Since the game is mainly based on PVP, the replay value is quite high being that every session serves as a different challenge. Trying out different guns as you progress throughout the game makes leveling-up something to look forward to.

 

The in game vehicles are quite appealing, and although the graphics aren’t as good as some of the most up to date games, it’s the gameplay that truly brought in the adrenaline of WAR. The game is called War Rock, and may I say that the name itself pretty much defines what this game is all about. It’s a war…. that rocks…

 

Pros:
– Fast paced action
– Excellent sounds
– Vintage functioning.

 

Cons: 
– The graphics are a bit old
– Characters look a bit pixelated
– Too old-school perhaps.

Vanilla Gate

In Vanilla Gate, which is another planet you landed on by accident, you have to help those in need during your great adventure while exploring ancient mysteries. Gather artefacts and gain skill in order to discover a portal that might send you home!

Wolfteam: New Features

Wolfteam, developed and serviced by Softnyx Co., Inc. has created eight new wolves for players’ enjoyment and strategy.
What is Wolfteam?
Wolfteam is an online FPS game developed and published by Softnyx. Its unique features allow a player’s character to transform into a wolf and use supernatural powers to defeat the opponent. From the first launch of the game, Softnyx has created more kinds of wolves for with different abilities for use in-game.
What are the wolves?
 
Guardian Wolf
The Guardian Wolf has the highest HP and defense of all the wolves. Bullets bounce off its body due to the hard shell of its skin. This wolf is best used as a tank when faced with more enemies than allies.
 
Smart Wolf
The Smart Wolf is the fastest and has the ability to suck the life out of its opponents. He can convert the blood he takes from opponents and heal himself.
 
Ghost Wolf 
The Ghost Wolf has the ability to turn invisible when not in motion. This is the perfect wolf to use for ambush.
 
Ice Wolf
As its name suggests, the Ice Wolf can freeze opponents for a few seconds by throwing balls of ice at them. This move can buy teammates time to regroup or stop the opponents’ momentum.
 
Psycho Wolf
The Psycho Wolf can throw balls of psychic energy at opponents to affect and confuse their movements.
 
Berserker Wolf
The Berserker Wolf is capable of self-destruction when cornered or in more urgent situations.
 
Power Wolf
The Power Wolf can kill enemies in as little as one or two slashes from its powerful claws.
 
Ghost2 Wolf
Unlike the Ghost Wolf before it, the Ghost2 Wolf is never fully visible. Its permanent semi-invisibility allows it to sneak up on opponents when they least expect it.
 
New Weapons
The humans’ munitions have also been strengthened. New weapons and grenades have been created for the humans to be able to survive against these new wolves.
 
MK-6G
When thrown over a cluster of opponents, the MK-6G will create a force field that sucks everyone in, before it explodes. While its explosive radius is more limited than a regular grenade, its explosive power more than makes up for the lack of distance.
 
MK-6 EG
The incendiary power of the MK-6 EG allows it to burn enemies for a longer length of time than regular grenades. Enemies receive additional damage over time from the MK-6 EG.
 
MK-6 E
The MK-6 E creates a wide fiery area on the ground it lands on, burning anything and everything it touches. An advantage that this grenade has over others is that it can be equipped as a secondary weapon.
 
New Maps
With the advent of wolves come new maps for more scrimmages.
 
Junk Field
Map size: Mid-sized, 8vs8
 
Street
Map size: Small, 8vs8

AdventureQuest Worlds Reaches 6 Million Players!

Launched just over six months ago, the popular web-based MMORPG AdventureQuest Worlds is proud to announce that it has exceeded 6 million registered players. Created by the home grown team at Artix Entertainment, LLC, this anything-goes fantasy MMORPG features chat, real-time-combat, wars, and live events, and has had more than one brand new release per week since launch.
 

To celebrate, AdventureQuest Worlds is preparing to release its first world boss (or Chaos Lord). This is the exciting conclusion of their first storyline which takes place along an M.C. Escher inspired valley featuring original and creative 2D game art.

Zero: New Server on May 22!

We are happy to announce that the new server, Orion, will be open for all soldiers on May 22, 2009 at 00:01 PDT (GMT-7). In the new Orion sector, all pilots will start from the very beginning. It is time for you to create your legend of heroes and glory, and do your part for the fate of the universe!
 
Besides the fair challenge and great opportunities available on a new server, all pilots can receive 7 days’ military badge when they first login to the new world. Make good use of this badge to level up your units very quickly! Once you meet the level requirements, you also have a chance to win up to 1,470 free ZPs, and a full set of Elite equipment (8 pieces)!
 
Want to start a fresh adventure in a brand new world? Orion would be the first choice for you! We hope you enjoy yourselves in this brand new arena!

Ace Online trailer

Ace Online is a free-to-play MMORPG, 3D shooter. Ace Online is largely PvP oriented with various type of combat systems available such as Raids, Mothership Battles and more. Watch the video to learn more!

Wonderking trailer

Planned for release in the second half of 2009, WonderKing is an unconventional free MMORPG for gamers of all skill level. The beta is scheduled to launch early this summer. Watch the video to learn more!

Earth Eternal Enters Closed Beta

Sparkplay Media, Inc. today announced the upcoming beta of Earth Eternal, a top-tier free-to-play MMO. An indie fully 3D title that can be played within a browser or via a downloadable client, Earth Eternal is positioned to take free-to-play MMOs to the next level. Scheduled for release later this summer, players can check out this epic fantasy by taking part in the closed beta test beginning May 18th. Check out some EXCLUSIVE screenshots here!
 
Earth Eternal offers users an incredibly immersive gaming experience with a broad range of character customization options and diverse environments. Set in a world where mankind no longer exists, the game incorporates a blend of original fiction, mythologies from Norse to Egyptian, and classic fairy tales into an epic, sweeping story that provides the stage for users to create their own, personal stories.
 
“MMOs can be daunting for those who haven’t played them before, so we wanted to create a dynamic, yet approachable experience with Earth Eternal; something fun for any level of gamer,” said Matt Mihaly, CEO of Sparkplay Media. “And by combining compelling full-featured, immersive MMO game play with story written for a Western audience we’re sure that Earth Eternal will have a wide appeal. We’re particularly excited to be able to offer all this in a browser.”
 
Earth Eternal is truly free-to-play.  Everything that can be purchased can be earned through playing the game, but players have the option to purchase upgrades in the form of virtual items. Players choose from 22 (seriously!) unique races, ranging from the bear-like Ursine to the Faerie-born Cyclops to the hawk-like Atavians, and select from four classes – Knight, Rogue, Mage, and Druid. Unlike most MMOs however, players are not limited to skills and spells from their class – they can select many abilities from other classes as well, allowing players to either go deep or broad in their character builds. 
 
Interested players can go to http://www.eartheternal.com/ to learn more about Earth Eternal and sign up for the closed beta test today.