Yearly Archives: 2011

Nadirim Online Beta Preview – Get Your Harem Pants Ready!

Nadirim Online Beta Preview – Get Your Harem Pants Ready!
By Kei Beneza (dividelife), OnRPG Journalist

 

Before I start this review, I’m going to assume that you don’t like browser games like I do. When asked to review a browser game, I would normally just assume something generic as most of them revolve around clicking texts and images. Nadirim Online, however is an exception. I would like to say that I have nothing but respect and admiration for this game, as it (in my opinion) has taken browser games to a whole new level.

 

It’s amazing how browser games managed to get this far, now functioning like client-based MMOs without the hassle of downloading and patching. When I first played this game, I was utterly stunned by Digital Reality’s fine take on MMO browser gaming. Upon viewing trailers and trying it out for the first time during our exclusive tour, I was pretty much conviced that some browser games can be awesome, and can even be more fun than some client games.

 

Concept wise, I would say that Nadirim’s world is pretty unique in general. Instead of offering us the usual dungeons and dragons (no pun intended), Nadirim focuses on Arabic mythology, giving us Djinns, Genies, as well as a few elements that are exclusive to the world of Nadirim. So what is Nadirim anyway? Why am I raving like it’s the best browser game on the planet?

 

Character Creation

Nadirim Online has 5 basic classes (with 3 currently available): The Warrior, who uses brutal strikes that hit their opponents to the ground with massive damage; The Sage, who relies on his/her exquisite lineup of spells to slay monsters in a variety of ways; The Ruffian, who (in the developer’s own words) is a dirtier version of the Rogue; The Caravan Master, who by far is one of the most unique classes I’ve ever seen, forcing slaves to fight his battles for him; and the Nomad, who is comparable to hunter classes that commands animals to aid him in battle. Each character has their own pros and cons, which is a good thing as we normally have different classes to lessen the linearity of playing the same way over and over again. The character creation interface is actually quite broad for a browser game, which normally just lets you pick a picture and name your character. In Nadirim, they really take character creation seriously. Though this feature will be implemented at a later time, players will have the chance to edit their character’s face, background, accessories, and hairstyle.

 

Nadrim Character Creation

I WISH TO PROGRESS! NAO!

The best part about Nadirim’s system is having the ability to fully define your characters with skills that will aid you in your journey. The game sports the attribute system, which is much similar to games like Ragnarok Online, or better yet, Diablo. Players will also be able to access different skill trees per character, which means that not all Warriors, Ruffians, or Sage will ever function the same way. Everything will depend on your stats and skill choices. Battle Sage anyone?

 

Also, items and equipment display differently when equipped, allowing you to grant your character a personal touch, especially since there’s so much to choose from.

 

An Expanding World

If you think that the world of Nadirim is big, know that the developing team is constantly expanding the ingame planes as we speak. This means that players will have more areas to explore over time, and can look forward to more monsters to slay on their browser based adventure.

 

Combatatatatat!

Nadirim’s combat system is turnbased, which is comparable to the early Final Fantasy games. You and your enemies will each have your chance to attack each other during your turn, and will need to rely on your skills to even the odds. Enemies or mobs are indicated by the red color surrounding them. Once you click on a hostile character, combat begins. Nadirim also stated that they will implementing Aggro mobs soon, which may boost the game’s difficulty overall, but don’t worry, because the group or partied combat system will be there to even the odds.

 

Nadrim Combat Browser MMO

Graphics And Sounds

Now I normally don’t use this header when reviewing browser games, but Nadirim is  the type of browser game that is commended also for its beautiful graphics and stunning sounds. First of all, moving images are rather rare in the world of browser MMOs, and even if there were, they would be limited to 2-framed GIFs. Nadirim on the other hand allows players to reallty control their character on the screen. For the lack of a better example, I would say “A high resolution Arabian Diablo”. The ingame elements look briliant, with enough details to emphasize the terrific experience. The soundtrack also adds up to my list of raves, as it enhances the experience whether in combat or just plain adventuring. The sound effects are also superb, as the game provides a series of hit sounds that’s just about right for each skill or attack. Hands down to Nadirim for this amazing display of browser-based graphics.

 

Nadrim Graphics Sounds MMORPG

The List

Not satisfied? Worry not, for Nadirim was nice enough to provide us with a list of upcoming features. First of all, PVP and group battles will be implemented over time, allowing players to prove themselves in the world of Nadirim. System-wise, the game will also be implementing achievements, which will indicate how far you’ve gone in this world of adventure. A crafting system will also be available soon, so get those materials ready.

Nadrim Extra MMORPG

Verdict

Although the game is still on its beta stage, I’m quite happy with Nadirim already. Being able to explore a world that’s unfamiliar to most MMO players is always a treat, and I’m still looking forward to more Nadirim goodness. Somehow, the game doesn’t seem to fit in the browser game category. It’s just hard to believe that a browser game could function as well as Nadirim. I’m still hyped up for the final product, I hope you guys are too.

New Details About the Steampunk World of ARGO Online

New Details About the Steampunk World of ARGO Online


burda:ic today unveiled brand-new details about upcoming Steampunk Fantasy MMORPG ARGO Online, with the game’s developers offering a glimpse into some of the finer points of this post-apocalyptic battlefield.

 

ARGO Online News

ARGO Online is a world where two very different philosophies prevail: for one side, technology and its advancement are top priorities, while the opposing thinkers cry for mankind to forgo this advancement in exchange for a life provided by the Earth itself. Those who enter the war-torn Earth of the future will have to choose a faction that correlates with one of these ideals, either the tech-savvy Noblians or the nature-connected Floresslah. Though both factions are polar opposites of one another, their goals are the same: control the precious element Earthdium and ensure their way of life survives.

 

Earthdium is the main resource in the world of ARGO Online, and it is crucial to building a character with strong offensive and defensive abilities. Earthdium is also used as a source of fuel, essential for powering mechanisms, and utilized in variety of other ways throughout the game. Players have many avenues to earn Earthdium, but the most lucrative path is most certainly defeating opponents and completing quests.

 

The developers have also released never-before-seen statistics about the world of ARGO Online, assuring that it will have plenty of content for players come day one. This culture-crossed world will feature:

 

20 huge dungeons to delve into

80 different territories to explore

3,600 quests to be undertaken in a steampunk-fantasy world

10,000 non-player characters (NPCs) for players to speak with on their travels

 

To learn more about ARGO Online, visit the teaser site. ARGO Online is coming to Europe and North America in early 2011.

Eight New TERA Class Trailers

Eight New TERA Class Trailers

 

Frogster today released eight new trailers for The Exiled Realm of Aborea, one for each of the classes the game will launch with.

 

Be it the magical presence of a priest, or the fearsome attack of the Berserker who shows his opponents no leniency on the battlefield. Starting to whet your appetite? Then click trailer of your choice below.

 

Archer

TERA Archer Trailer MMORPG

Berserker

TERA Berserker Trailer

Lancer

TERA Lancer Trailer

Mystic

TERA Mystic Trailer

Slayer

TERA Slayer Trailer

Priest

TERA Priest Trailer

Sorcerer

TERA Sorcerer Trailer

Warrior

TERA Warrior Trailer

Eternal Destiny

Within the ever changing universe, the calm world is separated into several realms:  Human, Demon, Asura, Infernal, Heavenly, and the unknown Chaos. Unbeknownst to the various realms, a being called the God of Chaos, emerged to propagate his doctrine of the world where, “No rule cannot be broken, everything can be twisted.”  This God of Chaos caused much turmoil with all the paths crossing through one another.  This event caused the boundaries of the realms to suddenly close and the realms were unable to return to their original state.  This broke the stability within the realms and an endless war ensued.  The world nearly collapsed under this turmoil.

The heroes from each realm began to ponder a solution to open the boundaries between each realm, in order to correct the problems that the God of Chaos created and to return the realms back to normal.  However the strongest heroes of the realms were lost since the closing of the boundaries.  Thus, the problem of how to find the boundaries of the realms and how to open them, become a more difficult puzzle to solve.  At this crucial and dire moment in time, several virtuous heroes stepped forward to take on the challenge as they were unaffected by the doctrine of the God of Chaos.  Join them as they fight strong enemies and take on the heavy burden of expelling the God of Chaos in order to regain control of this chaotic land!  Embrace your Eternal Destiny!