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PitchBlack Games has announced that development on Dominus has officially reached its end. The announcement came via the game's Facebook page.

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https://www.mmorpg.com/news/production-ceases-2000077011 News Dominus Suzie Ford https://www.mmorpg.com/news/production-ceases-2000077011 MMORPG.com Mon, 30 Apr 2012 14:26:53 -0000
Why Don’t They...

There’s a line in Robert Heinlein’s last novel that reads “Any question that starts out ‘why don’t they—‘ the answer is always ‘Money.’” And so begins our latest Developer Perspectives column. Intriguing, isn't it? Keep reading!

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https://www.mmorpg.com/columns/why-dont-they-2000093439 Columns Dominus Sanya Weathers https://www.mmorpg.com/columns/why-dont-they-2000093439 MMORPG.com Fri, 20 Apr 2012 11:00:00 -0000
Translations in Community Management

Developers, in case you didn't know, have a secret language all of their own when communicating with their players. In today's Developer Perspectives, we take a look at what is said and what it just might really mean. Check it out!

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https://www.mmorpg.com/columns/translations-in-community-management-2000093310 Columns Dominus Sanya Weathers https://www.mmorpg.com/columns/translations-in-community-management-2000093310 MMORPG.com Fri, 16 Mar 2012 08:00:00 -0000
Message Board Warts

Message boards are both bane and boon to gamers everywhere. In today's Developer Perspectives, we take a look at some of the forum denizens in their natural habitats and offer some thoughts. See what you think then leave your comments.

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https://www.mmorpg.com/columns/message-board-warts-2000093262 Columns Dominus Sanya Weathers https://www.mmorpg.com/columns/message-board-warts-2000093262 MMORPG.com Fri, 02 Mar 2012 11:00:00 -0000
A Note to the Vocal Minority

We all know who they are...heck, some of us might -be- these guys. You know the ones we mean: The passionate followers of any game. In today's Developer Perspectives, we take a look at the 'vocal minority'. See what you think and then weigh in with your ideas in the comments.

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https://www.mmorpg.com/columns/a-note-to-the-vocal-minority-2000093220 Columns Dominus Sanya Weathers https://www.mmorpg.com/columns/a-note-to-the-vocal-minority-2000093220 MMORPG.com Fri, 17 Feb 2012 08:00:00 -0000
The Beta Blues

Beta testing is just a quick way to get into our most anticipated MMO IMMEDIATELY...right? Right? Well, maybe not as today's Developer Perspectives opines. We mourn the loss of what used to be an actual testing period for games. Check it out and then add your thoughts in the comments....unless you're That Guy.

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https://www.mmorpg.com/columns/the-beta-blues-2000093179 Columns Dominus Sanya Weathers https://www.mmorpg.com/columns/the-beta-blues-2000093179 MMORPG.com Fri, 03 Feb 2012 10:00:00 -0000
Big News Incoming?

According to a new post on the Dominus Twitter, the team may very well have a big announcement incoming soon.

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https://www.mmorpg.com/news/big-news-incoming-2000076312 News Dominus Suzie Ford https://www.mmorpg.com/news/big-news-incoming-2000076312 MMORPG.com Wed, 25 Jan 2012 09:32:37 -0000
Ask Pitchblack Devs Your Dominus Questions!

The fine folks over at Pitchblack Games have agreed to take on ten of your best Dominus related questions. So lay them on us, and act fast! We'll only leave the thread open for about a day!

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https://www.mmorpg.com/news/ask-pitchblack-devs-your-dominus-questions-2000076176 News Dominus William Murphy https://www.mmorpg.com/news/ask-pitchblack-devs-your-dominus-questions-2000076176 MMORPG.com Thu, 05 Jan 2012 10:32:48 -0000
Now Known Simply as 'Dominus'

PitchBlack Studios has announced that the game formerly known as Prime: Battle for Dominus will now simply be called "Dominus". A new Facebook page and website have been launched to reflect the name change.

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https://www.mmorpg.com/news/now-known-simply-as-dominus-2000075765 News Dominus Suzie Ford https://www.mmorpg.com/news/now-known-simply-as-dominus-2000075765 MMORPG.com Mon, 07 Nov 2011 16:05:21 -0000
Teaser Trailer World Premier

Pitchblack Studios has partnered with MMORPG.com to bring our readers an exclusive first look at the latest world release of a new teaser trailer from its inaugural MMO, Prime Battle for Dominus. Check out Prime Battle for Dominus Teaser Trailer World Premier and let us know what you think!

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https://www.mmorpg.com/media/teaser-trailer-world-premier-2000083662 Media Dominus Guest Writer https://www.mmorpg.com/media/teaser-trailer-world-premier-2000083662 MMORPG.com Fri, 28 Oct 2011 09:00:00 -0000
Developer Perspectives: The Startup Staff

In her latest column for MMORPG.com, Pitchblack Studios' Community Weenie Sanya Weathers once again gives her unique perspective on start up companies. This time, Sanya turns her laser-like gaze on the staff and what any company worth its salt needs. Read on and then let us know what you think in the comments!

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https://www.mmorpg.com/columns/developer-perspectives-the-startup-staff-2000083664 Columns Dominus Sanya Weathers https://www.mmorpg.com/columns/developer-perspectives-the-startup-staff-2000083664 MMORPG.com Fri, 28 Oct 2011 09:00:00 -0000
Live Developer Chat TODAY!

Fans of three faction PvP will want to be on hand for a live developer chat featuring the folks behind Prime Battle for Dominus.

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https://www.mmorpg.com/news/live-developer-chat-today-2000075697 News Dominus Suzie Ford https://www.mmorpg.com/news/live-developer-chat-today-2000075697 MMORPG.com Fri, 28 Oct 2011 08:49:28 -0000
Getting Ready for 'Prime' Time

MMORPG.com Associate Editor Suzie Ford recently had the opportunity to head to Pitchblack Studios. While there, she met with the team and checked out Prime: Battle for Dominus, a game that is set to bring three-faction PvP back to the forefront of the MMO market. Read on to find out what Suzie discovered about the dev team and about Prime. Let us know what you think in the comments.

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https://www.mmorpg.com/previews/getting-ready-for-prime-time-2000083646 Previews Dominus Suzie Ford https://www.mmorpg.com/previews/getting-ready-for-prime-time-2000083646 MMORPG.com Mon, 24 Oct 2011 09:00:00 -0000
Bases Detailed & New Beta Footage Video

The Prime: Battle for Dominus site has been updated with new information about bases. Player-built military bases introduce an RTS-like element into the game.

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https://www.mmorpg.com/news/bases-detailed-and-new-beta-footage-video-2000075646 News Dominus Suzie Ford https://www.mmorpg.com/news/bases-detailed-and-new-beta-footage-video-2000075646 MMORPG.com Fri, 21 Oct 2011 10:32:42 -0000
Professions Detailed

The Prime: Battle for Dominus site has been updated with new information about the 'professions' that players can choose and how each one has its special niche in the game.

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https://www.mmorpg.com/news/professions-detailed-2000075536 News Dominus Suzie Ford https://www.mmorpg.com/news/professions-detailed-2000075536 MMORPG.com Sat, 08 Oct 2011 09:34:57 -0000
More Developer Videos Added

Get to know the team at Pitchblack Games behind the scenes of what's shaping up to be one of the most hotly anticipated titles of the season, Prime Battle for Dominus. Videos introducing Level Designer Dan Kershner and 3D Environment Artist Jeff Pinero have been added.

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https://www.mmorpg.com/news/more-developer-videos-added-2000074973 News Dominus Drew Wood https://www.mmorpg.com/news/more-developer-videos-added-2000074973 MMORPG.com Sun, 31 Jul 2011 17:07:26 -0000
Professions & Crafting Detailed

Pitchblack Games and the Prime: Battle for Dominus team have published details about the professions that will be featured in the game and have released new information about the crafting system as well. There are seven available professions that players can choose from in addition to the six classes per faction.

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https://www.mmorpg.com/news/professions-and-crafting-detailed-2000074960 News Dominus Suzie Ford https://www.mmorpg.com/news/professions-and-crafting-detailed-2000074960 MMORPG.com Thu, 28 Jul 2011 14:07:25 -0000
Stream #2 - Environment Preview/Guild Info

The team at Pitchblack Games has released another web stream and it's available for all to see over at YouTube. In this installment, Warren Weems and John Kennison tackle a preview of the game's lush environments and gives us a little information about guilds and how they'll be handled in the game.

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https://www.mmorpg.com/news/stream-2-environment-previewguild-info-2000074909 News Dominus Drew Wood https://www.mmorpg.com/news/stream-2-environment-previewguild-info-2000074909 MMORPG.com Sat, 23 Jul 2011 13:21:57 -0000
Sanya Weathers Interview with ScaryBooster.com

Scarybooster.com has released a Q&A with Pitchblack Games' Director of Community, Sanya Weathers. Follow the bouncing ball as they discuss the game's combat, professions and more.

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https://www.mmorpg.com/news/sanya-weathers-interview-with-scaryboostercom-2000074885 News Dominus Drew Wood https://www.mmorpg.com/news/sanya-weathers-interview-with-scaryboostercom-2000074885 MMORPG.com Wed, 20 Jul 2011 11:33:29 -0000
Did You Miss the Prime Battle for Dominus Webcast?

No need to worry, two of the videos from the webcast for the highly anticipated three faction PvP MMORPG have surfaced on YouTube. One focuses on the Character Creation in the game, while the other shows off a little bit of gameplay.

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https://www.mmorpg.com/news/did-you-miss-the-prime-battle-for-dominus-webcast-2000074866 News Dominus Drew Wood https://www.mmorpg.com/news/did-you-miss-the-prime-battle-for-dominus-webcast-2000074866 MMORPG.com Sat, 16 Jul 2011 10:33:42 -0000
The Worlds and Combat System of the Game - Live Dev Chat

A new press release from Pitchblack Games keeps us up to date with the worlds of Prime Battle for Dominus, with 11 worlds being profiled and the combat system of the game, where Pitchblack has released details on the death penalty, targeting and more. On top of it all, later today at 12PT (3ET) the devs will be taking part in a Live Chat. Check out the details.

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https://www.mmorpg.com/news/the-worlds-and-combat-system-of-the-game-live-dev-chat-2000074854 News Dominus Drew Wood https://www.mmorpg.com/news/the-worlds-and-combat-system-of-the-game-live-dev-chat-2000074854 MMORPG.com Fri, 15 Jul 2011 12:25:45 -0000
Classes Q&A

Prime: Battle for Dominus is setting itself up as a unique three-faction MMO that has landed on a lot of folks' radar recently. Yesterday it was announced that Prime would feature three factions, each with six classes for a total of eighteen classes! MMORPG.com Managing Editor Bill Murphy managed to corner Prime's Sanya Weathers for an exclusive Q&A all about the classes. Check it out and then let us know what you think!

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https://www.mmorpg.com/interviews/classes-qanda-2000083274 Interviews Dominus William Murphy https://www.mmorpg.com/interviews/classes-qanda-2000083274 MMORPG.com Sat, 02 Jul 2011 09:01:00 -0000