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Mabinogi : Rise and Shiny recap: Revisiting MabinogiDec 04, 2011 02:00:00 PM News Item: 17793
Filed under: Video, belief, Free-to-play, Hands-on, Casual, Humor, Mabinogi, Rise and Shiny, Livestream
If you've kept up with my columns for a while, it should be no secret that I think Mabinogi is still one of the best games out there. While it does have its issues, the game simply presents more sandboxy goodness to gamers (while keeping those systems coming) than almost any game I can think of. In fact, the game has added so much since I started this column that a returning gamer can get confused. A new gamer might even become lost.
I like to officially dip my toes into old, familiar games once in a while. Checking back on these games from my past is a great way for me to get my gamer's bearings and see how my opinions might have changed. Mabinogi has been calling to me for a while because I haven't actually jumped into it for that long over the past few months. I figured now is the time.
Click past the cut!Continue reading Rise and Shiny recap: Revisiting Mabinogi  Rise and Shiny recap: Revisiting Mabinogi Sun, 04 Dec 2011 14:00:00 EST.
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Mabinogi : Mabinogi announces The Merchant of Venice, California contestNov 07, 2011 10:00:00 PM News Item: 17792
Filed under: Fantasy, Contests, News items, Free-to-play, Mabinogi
Mabinogi's latest substence update followed the Shakespearean themes of the game's recent additions and added an in-game version of the Bard's famous play The Merchant of Venice. Now, Nexon is giving one lucky gamer the opportunity to become the merchant of Venice. Venice, California, that is. That's right, Nexon is giving away a trip for one gamer and a guest to sunny Venice, California, where they will receive 500 USD in spending money, three-night hotel accommodations, and a tour of the Nexon studios, complete with lunch with the Mabinogi team.
To qualify for the contest, gamers much reach Merchant level 9 in each of Mabinogi's towns. Completing this task by November 28th will enter them into the drawing for the grand prize. So what are you waiting for? Get out there and peddle your wares.
[Source: Nexon press release] Mabinogi announces The Merchant of Venice, California contest Mon, 07 Nov 2011 22:00:00 EST.
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Mabinogi : MMORPGbility: Ten terrific titles for this nifty new netbookNov 04, 2011 03:00:00 PM News Item: 17791
Filed under: belief, Ultima Online, Free-to-play, Browser, Mobile, Hands-on, Casual, MMORPGRTS, Mabinogi, Kids, Wizard101, Sandbox
I point outed this new gaming toy of mine last week, and it finally arrived. I immediately loved how it felt and weighed. Sure, there are lighter netbooks, but many of them feel more fragile. This Inspiron Duo has a rubberized edging to it, and the flip-screen feels snappy but firm. I was happy right away. It's a higher-quality netbook with a decent-quality tablet included.
After I tweaked it and purged it of bloatware, I had to get some games going on it, and not just casual Facebook games but real MMORPGs. I spent a few days going through my list of titles to see which ones would work on the netbook and how many will work well with the touchscreen. I wanted games that would give a normal netbook fits but not lag excessively. Note that my netbook's screen is 1366x768, while the cheapest ones out there are normally 1024x600. Adjustments might need to be made there. I came up only with 10 games for now, but anticipatemore in the future.
Click past the cut to see the list!Continue reading MMORPGbility: Ten terrific titles for this nifty new netbook MMORPGbility: Ten terrific titles for this nifty new netbook Fri, 04 Nov 2011 15:00:00 EST.
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Mabinogi : Mabinogi prepping Merchant of Venice, offers three new levels of premium serviceOct 21, 2011 11:00:00 AM News Item: 17790
Filed under: Fantasy, Business models, Economy, Patches, Free-to-play, Mabinogi
It's a busy time for Mabinogi, which is still firmly in the grips of Shakespeare fever. The free-to-play title is preparing to commence its Merchant of Venice update on October 26th, and with it, a new commerce system.
Mabinogi's commerce system offers gamers a way to experience the highs and lows of trading with a little danger thrown in for good measure. Players will start out with a limited amount of new currency, ducats, which can be used to buy and sell from trading posts. Newly minted traders will then have to transport the currency personally while coming under fire by bandits. Pull off enough successful trade routes, and awesome new weapons will become obtainable to you!
Nexon has also introduced a few new levels of premium service for gamers looking to enhance their Mabinogi experience. These optional services grant gamers additional inventory, free gifts, XP bonuses, and exclusive missions. As gamers wait for the commence of the update, Nexon is extending its free premium service for everyone to enjoy.Mabinogi prepping Merchant of Venice, offers three new levels of premium service Fri, 21 Oct 2011 11:00:00 EST.
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Mabinogi : Nexon takes Mabinogi offline to combat RMTOct 10, 2011 05:00:00 PM News Item: 17789
Filed under: Fantasy, MMORPG industry, News items, Free-to-play, Mabinogi
Mabinogi fans aren't having the best of weeks, as their MMORPG of choice has been down for the count since October 4th. ThisIsGame.com reported that Nexon took the free-to-play fantasy title completely offline in order to deal with unauthorized real-money trading and implement new security measures.
Players were warned of the downtime approximately one hour before it occurred, and though there's no time table for a restart, Nexon has said that it will compensate consumers accordingly.
"We have found lots of RMT [effecting] from workers and auto gamers during the last holiday. So we are working on [an] investigation [...] and proceeding [with] broadscale system maintenance to root it out," the company said.Nexon takes Mabinogi offline to combat RMT Mon, 10 Oct 2011 17:00:00 EST.
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Mabinogi : Free for All: So what else can you get for 150 dollars?Jul 27, 2011 06:00:00 PM News Item: 17788
Filed under: EverQuest II, Lord of the Rings Online, Business models, Culture, Economy, Wurm Online, belief, Free-to-play, Browser, Hands-on, Casual, Humor, Free Realms, Mabinogi, Kids, Free for All, Battlestar Galactica Online
Recently, fans of the upcoming MMORPG Star Wars: The Old Republic had the pleasure of plopping down 150 clams to pre-order a special collectors edition of their favorite game they have never played. I've seen this before, and have even pre-ordered a few in my day (I'm looking at you, giant Warhammer Online box.) Pre-orders are the oldest form of virtual goods...they were cash-shops before cash-shops appeared in every game. The funnest part is seeing hardcore cash-shop haters gladly paying enormous sums of money for a robot pet or a cool looking cape. Somehow, they see it as a different thing altogether than buying a shiny mount or pink dress from in-game.
Still, I understand the impulse. I get it every time I am in the check-out lane and the new flavors of gum have been released. Even worse is when one of my favorite games releases new items in their cash shop. New mounts, housing goods, heck even new weapons or stat-increasing potions...they make me drool.
So, I decided to take a 150 dollar budget and see what I could get for it. Click past the cut and let's look at the list!Continue reading Free for All: So what else can you get for 150 dollars? Free for All: So what else can you get for 150 dollars? Wed, 27 Jul 2011 18:00:00 EST.
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Mabinogi : The Perfect Ten: SequelitisMay 19, 2011 11:30:00 AM News Item: 17358
Filed under: EverQuest II, Lineage 2, Neocron 2, Sword of the New World, Guild Wars 2, Everquest Online Adventures, Humor, Final Fantasy XIV, DUST 514, Vindictus, EverQuest Next, Perfect Ten, Miscellaneous
As a long-time movie buff, I've always been fascinated by sequels. I know, they have a terrible reputation and everyone gets this face like he's digesting a porcupine when discussing them, but there's something fun about them as well. I think we always want a good story to continue, to see what happens next, and to answer the question, "What would the first film be like if it were put in the hands of a complete boob?" It would be an entertaining trainwreck, that's what.
Even though the MMORPGRPG genre is in its toddler stage, it's seen a number of sequels, prequels and spin-offs, just the same as other types of entertainment. Video game sequels for hit titles are safer financial investments than striking out into new territory, so it makes sense that MMORPG studios would follow this pattern as well.
Right now there are loads of MMORPG sequels and spin-offs in the works -- including EverQuest Next, PlanetSide Next, Guild Wars 2, Mabinogi 2, MapleStory 2, Phantasy Star Online 2, Dust 514, and even a potentialUltima Online sequel -- so it's safe to say that the trend won't be dying down anytime soon. However, today I want to look at 10 sequels that already made it to release and briefly examine how they stacked up to their predecessors. Oh yes, there will be blood after the jump -- and I will drink your milkshake!Continue reading The Perfect Ten: Sequelitis The Perfect Ten: Sequelitis Thu, 19 May 2011 11:30:00 EST.
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Mabinogi : Defy the stars: Mabinogi stages Romeo & JulietMay 09, 2011 05:00:00 PM News Item: 17412
Filed under: Fantasy, Galleries, Trailers, Video, Patches, Free-to-play, Roleplaying, Mabinogi
What's in a name? That which we call a free update by any other name would smell as sweet! Or so a little birdie told us when we got word that Mabinogi is bringing another Shakespearean classic to Nexon's quirky title: Romeo and Juliet.
Mabinogi gamers now have a chance to engage with this romantic tragedy and its two star-crossed lovers. The action takes place at Rath Castle, where gamers will join the masquerade ball and witness the epic love story that bridged the chasm between two warring families. The addition of Romeo and Juliet to the game's landscape follows the Hamlet update earlier this year.
If you're not in the mood for love and fashionable costumes, Mabinogi's latest update invites you to grab a new weapon -- the lance -- and joust with your friends and enemies. You'll look even cooler doing this from a fire horse, a flaming steed that's been added to the game. Or if a life of peace is one you crave, then settle down in one of Mabinogi's Homesteads to grow crops, customize your ranch, and trade with others.
You can look into the screenies of the Romeo and Juliet update below, go read the full patch notes on the official site, and watch the trailer after the jump!
Continue reading Defy the stars: Mabinogi stages Romeo & Juliet Defy the stars: Mabinogi stages Romeo & Juliet Mon, 09 May 2011 17:00:00 EST.
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Mabinogi : Free for All: A week of scheduled playtimesApr 13, 2011 01:00:00 PM News Item: 17101
Filed under: EverQuest II, Culture, Ryzom, Wurm Online, belief, Free-to-play, Casual, Humor, Mabinogi, Alganon, Free for All
After a loose week of playing scheduled games, I can say that I have a lot of work to do to perfect my system. Once again, Tim and Jon from the Van Hemlock podcast are my inspiration. They are both dedicated to the art of playing games, to "finishing" games, almost to the point of obsession. It's certainly not for everyone, but they seem to maintain a real balance while skipping around. Perhaps the podcast they host helps them with this balance? I've hosted several podcasts over the years, so maybe putting my weekly gaming thoughts into audio form is necessary to keeping my sanity?
In reality, what I need to do is just stick it out and stay the course. I am not sure of many things in this world, but I am positive that repetition and scheduling are more powerful than almost any plan. Humans are habitual creatures, even with their gaming. Especially with their gaming. Over this last week, I started to settle into the role of a scheduled gamer and even looked forward to it each night.
Click past the cut and I'll let you know how it went.Continue reading Free for All: A week of scheduled playtimes Free for All: A week of scheduled playtimes Wed, 13 Apr 2011 13:00:00 EST.
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Jan 08, 2011 08:00:00 PMMabinogi : Nexon brings Shakespeare's Hamlet to Mabinogi
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Jul 05, 2010 08:00:00 AMMabinogi : The Daily Grind: How do you like your in-game holidays?
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May 26, 2010 08:00:00 PMMabinogi : Mabinogi releases Generation 3 in Europe
May 25, 2010 05:00:00 PMMabinogi : Free for All: How much substence does 25 dollars buy?
May 08, 2010 06:00:00 PMMabinogi : Rise and Shiny: Mabinogi
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May 04, 2010 03:00:00 PMMabinogi : Nexon acquires NDOORS Interactive
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Apr 25, 2010 10:00:00 AMMabinogi : The Anvil of Crom: Family Unfriendly
Apr 21, 2010 10:00:00 AMMabinogi : Mabinogi celebrates spring with cherry blossoms and a new quest
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Apr 06, 2010 12:00:00 PMMabinogi : Free for All: Five favorite game systems
Mar 31, 2010 11:30:00 AMMabinogi : Mabinogi's Easter Egg-scavation
Mar 24, 2010 01:00:00 PMMabinogi : Mabinogi looking for moonwalkers
Mar 03, 2010 12:00:00 PMMabinogi : Mabinogi's Alchemy update brings in new boss
Feb 12, 2010 09:00:00 AMMabinogi : Mabinogi fuses science and magic with new Alchemist update
Feb 04, 2010 12:00:00 PMMabinogi : Mabinogi adds Shadow Missions
Jan 28, 2010 09:00:00 PMMabinogi : Mabinogi enters open beta in Europe
Jan 14, 2010 09:00:00 PMMabinogi : Latest Mabinogi update revamps beginner areas
Dec 08, 2009 07:00:00 PMMabinogi : Closed beta test for Mabinogi in Europe has begun
Oct 16, 2009 06:00:00 PMMabinogi : Nexon America's financials continue to impress in Q3
Oct 16, 2009 10:00:00 AMMabinogi : Mabinogi's "Dragon" update adds... dragons
Sep 15, 2009 10:00:00 AMMabinogi : Mabinogi to get "Dragon" update this year, teaser trailer revealed
Aug 25, 2009 09:30:00 AMMabinogi : A trio of Mabinogi videos show off the "Ancient Secrets of Irinid"
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Dec 26, 2007 10:00:00 AMMabinogi : Nexon counting down to Mabinogi English beta
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