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Disguising the grind
Disguising the grind
massively.com — Believe it or not, grind is an essential part of an MMO and we might be pretty... lost without it. Repetitive content is the cornerstone of the MMO genre but it's not all just smacking monsters over the head for hours on end or completing yet another ... (more) Disguising the grind
EverCracked! The Phenomenon of EverQuest, Episode 2
video.ign.com — EverCracked! The Phenomenon of EverQuest, Episode 2 ▼► About this video Thu Nov 19 13:41:00 PST 2009... URL: EMBED: More Videos at IGN.com "> More Embed to an IGN Community Site: (more) EverCracked! The Phenomenon of EverQuest, Episode 2

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EverCracked! The Phenomenon of EverQuest, Episode 3
video.ign.com — EverCracked! The Phenomenon of EverQuest, Episode 3 ▼► About this video Wed Nov 25 11:27:00 PST 2009... URL: EMBED: More Videos at IGN.com "> More Embed to an IGN Community Site: (more) EverCracked! The Phenomenon of EverQuest, Episode 3
What EQ2 Hath Wrought
What EQ2 Hath Wrought
biobreak.wordpress.com — A few days ago I handed out a homework assignment to any EverQuest 2 bloggers/players out there... — I wanted to hear what features of the game they considered to be better done than WoW (or features that WoW simply doesn’t have). Not for ... (more) What EQ2 Hath Wrought
Imagine MMOs with little coin
Imagine MMOs with little coin
epicslant.com — Imagine an MMO where coin isn’t an abundant commodity. It is easy if you try. Monsters would... not drop it as loot and would instead only reward players with appropriate items. Animals would drop pelts while orcs might carry an axe or club. Every item would have some function. Weapons and ... (more) Imagine MMOs with little coin
EverQuest II – 5 Good, 5 Bad, 5 So-So
EverQuest II – 5 Good, 5 Bad, 5 So-So
tagn.wordpress.com — Syp over at Biobreak asked for EverQuest II players to celebrate the EQ2 5th anniversary in something... of a confrontational way, by listing out five ways that EQ2 is better than World of Warcraft. I just resubscribed to EQ2, so I guess I count as an EQ2 player yet again. Though it ... (more) EverQuest II – 5 Good, 5 Bad, 5 So-So
EQ2 and WoW
dukestreet.org — Syp asked people to write about things in EQ2 that are better than WoW . And then... my esteemed guildmate, Stropp, wrote down all my answers . So while I agree with Stropp on all his points, I want to head off in a slightly different direction here.  ... (more) EQ2 and WoW
En Garde!
En Garde!
stylishcorpse.wordpress.com — No, not the play-by-mail game of the 80s and 90s (and if you know what I’m talking... about, many props!). Rather, Syp’s thrown down the gauntlet to EQ2 players to give him 5 ways in which EQ2 is better than WoW. Since both games launched ... (more) En Garde!
In Defense of Azeroth
dukestreet.org — Occasional guest writer davew was last seen here writing the guide to WoW Level 80 Endgame Play... . Recent discussions about EQ2 and Darkfall, though, have brought him out of the woodwork to write about World of Warcraft again. So, reasons why EQ2 ... (more) In Defense of Azeroth
Favorite EQ2 Features
Favorite EQ2 Features
mmoquests.com — Syp from Bio Break recently asked for EQ2 players to help him out by naming a few... EQ2 features that people felt were ‘better’ then WoW. There were a huge amount of fantastic answers, and I decided I would show people my favorites via ... (more) Favorite EQ2 Features
EverQuest 2 Week Part 4
EverQuest 2 Week Part 4
epicslant.com — Today marks the end of Epic Slant’s EverQuest 2 week and it has been quite exciting for... me to talk about the game I so dearly love. I realize that some of the topics I covered weren’t exactly “current news” but they were of great interest to me. It also needs to be said ... (more) EverQuest 2 Week Part 4
Five Things That EQ2 Does Better Than WoW
Five Things That EQ2 Does Better Than WoW
blog.weflyspitfires.com — "Eeeya!" Thumbs up for EQ2 Professor Syp (a wise man indeed but I have a mild inclination... that he’s not a real professor) issued a general call today for bloggers with experience with Everquest 2 to write an article about five features or aspects of EQ2 that are better ... (more) Five Things That EQ2 Does Better Than WoW
Clever Designs in EQ2
eldergame.com — I tend to use EQ2 as my example game a lot, which makes it the butt of... my attacks. But I prefer it over WoW or Lotro, so my griping is not intended to dissuade people from trying it. In fact, since most MMO players have never tried EQ2, they have no ... (more) Clever Designs in EQ2
EverQuest 2 Week Part 3
EverQuest 2 Week Part 3
epicslant.com — EverQuest 2 week soldiers on Epic Slant and I’ve been pleased with the topics thus far. In... each article I’ve tried to give short snippets on the areas of the game that I’ve picked. Some topics, however, require a bit more time. When it comes to class balance, I certainly think ... (more) EverQuest 2 Week Part 3
Calling Out EQ2ers!
biobreak.wordpress.com — Do you play EQ2? Are you a blogger? Could you do me a favor? Since EQ2 is... hitting its 5th year anniversary as well, one of the things I would love to read is an article about five features or aspects of EQ2 that are better than World of ... (more) Calling Out EQ2ers!
EverQuest 2 Week Part 2
EverQuest 2 Week Part 2
epicslant.com — EverQuest 2 week continues here on Epic Slant as I look at the various aspects that make... up my favorite MMO! I’ve been playing for just over two months now and I’m still picking back up on all the intricacies that make up the game. It has been exciting to get back behind the wheel ... (more) EverQuest 2 Week Part 2
Lawsuit – WoW Isn’t Easy Enough
Lawsuit – WoW Isn’t Easy Enough
tagn.wordpress.com — Pointed out to me by a co-worker, a story over at GameSpot reports that one of my... former neighbors (though San Jose is a big city) is suing Activision Blizzard over issues he has with World of Warcraft. From the story: He first takes exception to the game’s $14.99 monthly subscription ... (more) Lawsuit – WoW Isn’t Easy Enough
Check out the Multiverse
Check out the Multiverse
epicslant.com — It is EQ2 week here on Epic Slant and more Norrath focused stories are on the way.... Today, however, I am pleased to announce the first episode of the Podcast that I’m co-hosting, the Multiverse . Together with Chris from Game by Night and Riknas from Riknas Rants we’ve put together a ... (more) Check out the Multiverse
Norrathian Museum Tour (Video)
Norrathian Museum Tour (Video)
mmoquests.com — Alright, my first “real” video is a very quick walk through of my EQ2 Norrathian Museum. I... realize the voice doesn’t sync all the way through, since I recorded it live (and it’s not like that on the computer, just ... (more) Norrathian Museum Tour (Video)
Everquest 2 Week Part 1
Everquest 2 Week Part 1
epicslant.com — Returning to an MMO that you’ve previously played can often be a difficult experience. Players frequently find... that the game just isn’t how they left it and the learning curve can sometimes be steep. At the same time they’re treated to far more content than was ever available ... (more) Everquest 2 Week Part 1
EverQuest Players
eqplayers.station.sony.com — Underfoot: Unfolding the Lore Brell's Rest Brell's Rest is the place where the worthy of Brell's worshippers... go when their time on Norrath ends. Some worshippers are given places amongst those of the Underfoot, to work on the world, but few find such ... (more) EverQuest Players
Everquest 2's sixth expansion, Sentinel's Fate trailer
examiner.com — Everquest 2 is expanding yet again with Sentinel's Fate.  The debut trailer can be found below thanks... to Game Trailers.  The upcoming expansion will include an increased level cap, new quests, and more.  Check out the features below. ... (more) Everquest 2's sixth expansion, Sentinel's Fate trailer
Evercracked!
blog.weflyspitfires.com — Can’t believe I missed this one. Back in June, SOE released a documentary detailing the history and... production behind Everquest, one of the “first generation” of MMORPGs and perhaps the most nostalgic for me, to celebrate it’s 10th anniversary. They showed it at the ... (more) Evercracked!
A Theory of Fishing
A Theory of Fishing
tagn.wordpress.com — A post in which I draw two points and declare there to be a line. Before I... start, I just want to point out the humor tag on this post. Some people will miss that and not read the post in the spirit in which it was written. It is Friday. Relax and just chuckle at my folly. I have a ... (more) A Theory of Fishing
EverCracked! The Phenomenon of EverQuest, Ep. 1
video.ign.com — EverCracked! The Phenomenon of EverQuest, Ep. 1 ▼► About this video Thu Nov 12 11:03:00 PST 2009... URL: EMBED: More Videos at IGN.com "/> More Embed to an IGN Community Site: (more) EverCracked! The Phenomenon of EverQuest, Ep. 1
Simply Not Enough Time
Simply Not Enough Time
mmoquests.com — Ellithia is sporting the Shard of Love headgear that dropped for us earlier this week – and... that’s been the extent of my time in EQ2, which hasn’t happened in literally, months. I haven’t logged in. It’s not that I ... (more) Simply Not Enough Time
Happy Veterans Day!
Happy Veterans Day!
onlinegamingradio.com — November 11th Veterans/Remembrance Day is celebrated by many throughout the world. It marks the anniversary of the... signing of the Armistice, which ended the fighting in World War I back in 1918 however it doesn’t just honor that occasion, it is a holiday to celebrate the cause of ... (more) Happy Veterans Day!
Your first MMO is your favorite?
Your first MMO is your favorite?
epicslant.com — Today is Veteran’s day and a time to reflect on the sacrifices and duty of our servicemen... and women. Though this story is not about them specifically I do want to acknowledge the solemn nature of the day and say I truly am grateful for everything our soldiers, sailors, airmen and marines ... (more) Your first MMO is your favorite?
EQ2: Nights of the OMG AAAAAGH Dead
EQ2: Nights of the OMG AAAAAGH Dead
westkarana.com — EQ2’s “Nights of the Dead” Halloween event ended last night. I’ve been meaning for weeks, ever since... I fixed my second computer, to get back into the game now that I could two-box again. I really wanted to try the new hedge ... (more) EQ2: Nights of the OMG AAAAAGH Dead
Player Loyalty
blog.weflyspitfires.com — Something SOE does quite well in Everquest 2 (and presumably some of it’s other games) is encourage... loyalty from their player base. They have a very simple mechanic called veteran rewards which allows you to claim fluff items, titles, experience potions and the like depending on how ... (more) Player Loyalty
Road to Underfoot: Breaking the Seal and Event Progress!
eqplayers.station.sony.com — Reminder: Help protect Norrath and quell the threat of invading Cliknar soldiers with Breaking the Seal! This... final event of the Road to Underfoot will continue until December 1, 2009. Also, learn how to check your Road to Underfoot progress! Read ... (more) Road to Underfoot: Breaking the Seal and Event Progress!
Editorial: By any other name
mmogamer.com — So hello again mighty spacemen of the future. I’ve been spending some time out in the wild... internet savanna recently, and the sheer variety that I’ve come across has prompted me to ask myself a question. Basically I’m just wondering what exactly it is that makes one game a ... (more) Editorial: By any other name
Streaming WAR
weritsblog.com — Recently, I did some intensive investigating (twitter) and found an interesting tidbit about WAR.  You may recall... that WAR is revamping their free trial .  That is not the only change coming to it though. In addition to the unlimited ... (more) Streaming WAR
Leaving Behind Your Buddies
blog.weflyspitfires.com — One of the toughest things about the MMORPG genre is that it’s not always possible to take... your friends with you when you change game. People tend to find a MMO they enjoy and play it over long periods of time (months, if not years) and that’s great for forming strong bonds and ... (more) Leaving Behind Your Buddies
SOE’s Alan Crosby Talks Ten Years of EverQuest, and What the Next Ten May Bring
SOE’s Alan Crosby Talks Ten Years of EverQuest, and What the Next Ten May Bring
mmogamer.com — Steve sits down with Alan Crosby, formerly SOE’s Director of Global Community Relations, and current Senior Producer... of EQ2 to discuss the ten year history of the EverQuest franchise. Topics include the changing tastes of players over the years, the prospects for an EverQuest 3, ... (more) SOE’s Alan Crosby Talks Ten Years of EverQuest, and What ...