Last week, we featured an interview about the Age of Conan: Unchained House of Crom update. This week, we sit down with Craig Morrison to talk about Age of Conan: Unchained and the dev team's plans for 2012. Check it out and then leave us a comment or two.
Posted on 01/18/2012 by Garrett FullerAge of Conan: Unchained players received a high-level treat with the recent release of the House of Crom update. We had the opportunity to talk with Game Director Craig Morrison about House of Crom. Check out our exclusive interview and then let us know what you think in the comments.
Posted on 01/13/2012 by William MurphyIn The List this week, MMORPG.com Managing Editor takes a look at five games that really deserve more attention from MMO fans. The list is both nostalgic and perhaps just a bit controversial. See if you agree with Bill's choices of MMOs that deserve our attention, then leave us a couple thoughts in the comments.
Posted on 09/06/2011 by William MurphyRecently Funcom announced the "Conan the Barbarian" movie tie in with the Savage Coast of Turan adventure pack for Age of Conan. MMORPG.com's Garrett Fuller recently had the opportunity to chat withe Funcom's Craig Morrison about Turan. Check it out for some great nuggets of information and then leave us your thoughts in the comments.
Posted on 08/31/2011 by Garrett FullerIt's hard to accurately predict what will be popular in the MMO-space these days. Last week, we took a look at a 2009 piece predicting the success of certain MMOs in 2012 that...ain't gonna make it. In The List today, MMORPG.com Managing Editor dons the swami's hat and prognosticates about 2012 and what he believes will be the real success stories of the year. Read on!
Posted on 08/23/2011 by William MurphyWith the new Conan the Barbarian movie on the horizon, it seems only fitting that Funcom would include a tie-in in Age of Conan Unchained. Funcom devs have sent over a terrific look at the inspiration behind the upcoming adventure pack, The Savage Coast of Turan. Check it out and then weigh in with your impressions in the comments.
Posted on 08/15/2011 by Guest WriterThe fine folks at Funcom have decided to share with us the exclusive details on their brand new dungeon: Fort Ardashir. As a part of the forthcoming Savage Coast of Turan Adventure Pack, the new instance focuses on the military honcho General Arman and his henchmen as the baddies, players have a lot to be excited about in this new instance for the newly F2P game.
Posted on 08/13/2011 by Guest WriterIn the latest of his outstanding 'first impressions' video series, MMORPG.com's own Ripper X heads into the mystical lands of Hyboria as embodied in Age of Conan. Check out Ripper's first faltering footsteps on Tortuga and beyond!
Posted on 07/19/2011 by Guest WriterIt's been awhile since MMORPG.com's Phil James has visited Age of Conan. In Part 3, Phil journeyed through the world smashing things and having a great time. In today's chapter of Return to Hyboria, Phil wraps up his month long adventure with a few closing thoughts. Read on!
Posted on 06/22/2011 by Phil JamesMMORPG.com and Funcom have partnered to bring our readers some exciting news for Age of Conan players: When the new "Unrated" version of the game goes live, a new hardcore PvP server called Blood & Glory will make its debut. Funcom's Craig Morrison has an exclusive look at the new servers. Check it out and then let us know your thoughts!
Posted on 06/10/2011 by Guest WriterIn this week's list, MMORPG.com Managing Editor Jon Wood takes a look at past and present winners of MMORPG.com's Most Anticipated Game awards to see if, in hindsight, those much looked for games lived up to the hype.
Posted on 05/20/2009 by Jon WoodNew MMORPG.com writer Mathew Reuther pens this look back at the Age of Conan launch from his own perspective.
Posted on 06/11/2008 by Mathew ReutherNew MMORPG.com writer Mathew Reuther pens this look back at the Age of Conan launch from his perspective.
Posted on 06/10/2008 by Mathew ReutherDan Fortier looks at adult MMOs like Age of Conan and 2Moons and why this may or may not be a good idea.
Posted on 11/06/2006 by Dan FortierThe fine folks at Funcom have decided to share with us the exclusive details on their brand new dungeon: Fort Ardashir. As a part of the forthcoming Savage Coast of Turan Adventure Pack, the new instance focuses on the military honcho General Arman and his henchmen as the baddies, players have a lot to be excited about in this new instance for the newly F2P game.
Posted on 08/13/2011 by Guest WriterMMORPG.com's Bill Murphy got his hands on the beta for the Age of Conan expansion, Rise of the Godslayer. Today, on launch day, he brings us some more impressions of the new addition.
Posted on 05/11/2010 by William MurphyMMORPG.com's Bill Murphy got his hands on the beta for the Age of Conan expansion, Rise of the Godslayer. Today, he brings us his very early impressions with a more detailed report to come later.
Posted on 05/03/2010 by William MurphyMMORPG.com was on hand for the Age of Conan Rise of the Godslayer expansion presentation at this year's Game Developers Conference.
Posted on 03/18/2010 by Garrett FullerYesterday, MMORPG.com revealed the first group of factions revealed to us by Funcom for their upcoming Rise of the Godslayer expansion. Today, we reveal the second group.
Posted on 01/20/2010 by Guest WriterOver the next two days, MMORPG.com will be introducing the new factions being brought into Age of Conan in their upcoming expansion, Rise of the Godslayer.
Posted on 01/19/2010 by Guest WriterCarolyn Koh was at PAX. While there, she met up with Funcom's Craig Morrison to talk about the upcoming Conan expansion, Rise of the Godslayer.
Posted on 09/11/2009 by Carolyn KohOn this first day of un-embargoed goodness for Funcom's Age of Conan, Managing Editor Jon Wood shares his initial impressions of the very early stages of the game.
Posted on 05/01/2008 by Jon WoodLast week, MMORPG.com Writer Carolyn Koh attended this year's, modified, E3. Today, she files this report on Funcom's much-anticipated upcoming MMORPG, Age of Conan.
Posted on 07/16/2007 by Carolyn KohGarrett Fuller had the chance to check out Funcom's Age of Conan at the recent Game Developers Conference.
Posted on 03/12/2007 by Jon WoodFor our 2005 Annual Awards it was our most anticipated. How's it doing this year?
Posted on 05/13/2006 byGarrett Fuller spoke to Jorgen Tharaldsen at GDC.
Posted on 03/27/2006 byJorgen Tharaldsen, the Product Manager of Age of Conan, met us for breakfast at AGC in Austin.
Posted on 10/31/2005 by Dana MasseyWe stopped by the FunCom booth during the show to see how things were going with Anarchy Online as well as their new title in development - Age of Conan: Hyborian Adventures.
Posted on 05/20/2005 by Reed HubbardAge of Conan: Unchained players received a high-level treat with the recent release of the House of Crom update. We had the opportunity to talk with Game Director Craig Morrison about House of Crom. Check out our exclusive interview and then let us know what you think in the comments.
Posted on 01/13/2012 by William MurphyRecently Funcom announced the "Conan the Barbarian" movie tie in with the Savage Coast of Turan adventure pack for Age of Conan. MMORPG.com's Garrett Fuller recently had the opportunity to chat withe Funcom's Craig Morrison about Turan. Check it out for some great nuggets of information and then leave us your thoughts in the comments.
Posted on 08/31/2011 by Garrett FullerWith today's huge announcement that Age of Conan will be utilizing a hybrid free-to-play / premium subscription revenue model, players are bound to wonder about some of the specifics of the decision. MMORPG.com Industry Relations Manager Garrett Fuller caught up with AoC Executive Producer Craig Morrison to talk about those decisions and more. Check it out and then leave us a few comments.
Posted on 05/25/2011 by Garrett FullerIt's hard to believe that it's already been three years since Funcom's Age of Conan launched itself on the MMO world but it's true! MMORPG.com Industry Relations Manager Garrett Fuller recently had the opportunity to sit down and chat with AoC's Executive Producer Craig Morrison. Check out Craig's thoughts about the past three years and what he hopes for the future in our exclusive interview.
Posted on 05/23/2011 by Garrett FullerAge of Conan: Rise of the Godslayer composer and music producer Knut Avenstroup Haugen spoke to our very own Garrett Fuller to discuss the expansion's soundtrack in this exclusive interview.
Posted on 06/10/2010 by Garrett FullerMMORPG.com's Garrett Fuller recently asked a few questions of Funcom's Erling Ellingsen about the direction that the company will be taking in 2010.
Posted on 02/17/2010 by Garrett FullerMMORPG.com's Garrett Fuller recently spoke with Age of Conan's Erling Ellingsen about the upcoming Rise of the Godslayer expansion.
Posted on 02/09/2010 by Garrett FullerFuncom has provided us with this internally conducted interview with Carola Berens, one of the developers working on the Iron Tower dungeon for Age of Conan.
Posted on 10/20/2009 by Guest WriterMMORPG.com's Garrett Perkins recently spoke with Tim Donks, the developer in charge of PvP for Age of Conan. Some players might better know him as “Didek” from the test live forums, about the past present and future of PvP in AoC.
Posted on 10/09/2009 by Garrett PerkinsRecently, we brought you news of an Age of Conan machinima project called The Last Bastion. Today, MMORPG.com AoC Correspondent Garrett Perkins brings us an interview with the director of that series.
Posted on 09/18/2009 by Garrett PerkinsAfter Funcom’s reveal of their new expansion, Rise of the Godslayer, MMORPG.com’s Jon Wood spoke with Erling Ellingson about the announcement.
Posted on 08/25/2009 by Jon WoodMMORPG.com recently had the opportunity to sit down with Funcom's Craig Morrison to talk about the launch of the most recent update to their flagship game, Age of Conan.
Posted on 07/03/2009 by Jon WoodAge of Conan Game Director Craig Morrison recently released a new letter to the game's players for the month of April. MMORPG.com Managing Editor Jon Wood had the opportunity to ask the Conan boss a few questions about it in this interview.
Posted on 04/30/2009 by Jon WoodMMORPG.com Managing Editor Jon Wood had the opportunity recently to sit down and speak with Age of Conan Director Craig Morrison about the about-to-be released Ymir's Pass update that will see a new zone and more added to the game.
Posted on 11/13/2008 by Jon WoodMMORPG.com Managing Editor Jon Wood had the opportunity to sit down with Funcom's Erling Ellingsen to talk about the most recent major update to Age of Conan that hit the live servers today. In the interview, Ellingsen tells us a little bit about combat changes, improvements to tradeskills, PvP changes and more!
Posted on 10/29/2008 by Jon WoodThe folks at Funcom have sent us a new internally conducted Q&A where System Designer Dave Williams addresses what's coming in terms of Culture Armor and Weapons.
Posted on 10/16/2008 by Guest WriterMMORPG.com Managing Editor Jon Wood had the opportunity to ask new Age of Conan Game Director Craig Morrison a little bit about himself and his philosophies on gaming.
Posted on 10/07/2008 by Jon WoodToday, we present part two of our Leipzig interview with Funcom Product Manager Erling Ellingsen. In this half of the interview, Ellingsen talks about upcoming content, the reason for the upcoming expansion, why they can't give us specific subscriber numbers, and more.
Posted on 09/05/2008 by Jon WoodWhile at the Leipzig Games Convention Jon Wood had the opportunity to sit down under a tree and follow up on the conversation he had with Erling Ellingsen at ComicCon, where they discuss DirectX 10, forum censorship, and Age of Conan's issues after launch.
Posted on 09/04/2008 by Jon WoodAt Comic Con San Diego, MMORPG.com Managing Editor Jon Wood caught up with Funcom's Erling Ellingson to talk about the game since launch and the direction for the future.
Posted on 08/01/2008 by Jon WoodMMORPG.com's Carolyn koh was at E3. While there, Carolyn caught up with Erling Ellingson of Funcom and Rick Reyonlds of Eidos to talk about the future of the game.
Posted on 07/21/2008 by Carolyn KohEach month, MMORPG.com brings you a profile of one of the developers working on Funcom's Age of Conan. This month, it's the head honcho himself, Game Director Gaute Godager.
Posted on 06/13/2008 by Guest WriterTo accompany Mathew Reuther's first article on The Anatomy of a Launch, he also had the opportunity to ask a few questions of Funcom's Jorgen Tharaldsen. In this unconventions Q&A, Reuther comments on the questions asked and the answers given.
Posted on 06/10/2008 by Mathew ReutherRecently, MMORPG.com Managing Editor Jon Wood had the opportunity to send eight questions over to Jorgen Tharaldsen at Funcom. In those questions, Tharaldsen addresses instances, CS and more.
Posted on 06/02/2008 by Jon WoodRecently, MMORPG.com Managing Editor Jon Wood had the opportunity to sit down to talk with Funcom Product Manager Jorgen Tharaldsen and talk about the XBox360 implementation for AoC.
Posted on 05/26/2008 by Jon WoodWhile attending a launch event in Oslo, Norway, MMORPG.com Managing Editor Jon Wood had the opportunity to speak with Knut Avenstroup Haugen, the composer of the Age of Conan soundtrack.
Posted on 05/16/2008 by Jon WoodEvery month, the folks from Funcom provide us with a new developer profile Q&A, telling us just a little bit more about the people behind Age of Conan. This time around, it's Per Storløkkenn, a Gameplay Designer.
Posted on 05/08/2008 by Guest WriterLast week, we spoke to Funcom’s Age of Conan Product Director Jorgen Tharaldsen about the company’s decision to hold an Open Beta through the subscription-based website Fileplanet. Now that the Fileplanet Beta is underway, a number of player concerns have arisen about the game’s performance and potential launch problems. This week, Tharaldsen speaks once more with MMORPG.com Managing Editor Jon Wood, Speaking to some of the concerns that have been raised by our readers.
Posted on 05/07/2008 by Jon WoodFuncom Product Director Jorgen Tharaldsen speaks to MMORPG.com Managing Editor Jon Wood about the Fileplanet Open Beta. In this interview, Tharaldsen addresses a number of the rumors that have circulated since the Open Beta announcement.
Posted on 04/29/2008 by Jon WoodEvery month, we profile a different member of the Funcom development team. This month, Helene Johnsen answers our questions. Helene is a Content designer on Age of Conan.
Posted on 02/28/2008 by Guest WriterEvery month, we feature a new member of Funcom's Age of Conan team in the form of a Developer Profile. This month, it's Sigbjørn “Siggy” Galåen, the Technical Art Director for Age of Conan.
Posted on 02/01/2008 by Guest WriterYesterday, an entry from designer Jason Stone kicked off our official Age of Conan developer blogs. Today, Stone returns with another entry.
Posted on 01/15/2008 by Guest WriterRecently, News Manager Keith Cross had the opportunity to travel to San Francisco for a hands-on demonstration of Funcom's upcoming MMORPG, Age of Conan. The experience was under embargo until today, so today he files his report.
Posted on 12/14/2007 by Keith CrossEvery month, we feature a new member of Funcom's Age of Conan team in the form of a Developer Profile. This month it's Tomaz Przechodzki, a rendering programmer on the project.
Posted on 11/30/2007 by Guest WriterEach month, MMORPG.com brings you a profile of one of the developers working on Funcom's Age of Conan. This month, it's Loremaster Elliott Kingdon who answers our questions.
Posted on 11/06/2007 by Guest WriterEach month, to coincide with the release of the Age of Conan Newsletter, MMORPG.com brings you a profile of one of the developers working on Funcom's Age of Conan. This month, it's Quest Designer Joel Bylos who answers our questions.
Posted on 09/27/2007 by Guest WriterToday, we continue our series of Developer Profile Q&As where we take a more in-depth look at one of the people working on Funcom's Age of Conan. This week, we're talking to Orjan "Mathis" Tvedt, the Service & Quality Assurance Senior Manager for AoC.
Posted on 06/28/2007 by Guest WriterOur series of developer profiles from Funcom, the company behind the upcoming Age of Conan, continues today with answers from Morten Sorlie, the game's Audio Director.
Posted on 05/31/2007 by Guest WriterMats Remman from Funcom answers questions from our own Garrett Fuller about his job, his game, and life in the industry.
Posted on 03/29/2007 byFuncom Developer Jason Stone stops by to answer Garrett Fuller's questions about live, work and the games industry in this Developer Focus interview.
Posted on 02/22/2007 byGarrett Fuller had a chance to get to know Funcom's Didrik Tollefsen, the Art Director for Age of Conan.
Posted on 01/29/2007 byGarrett Fuller sits down with Funcom World Designer Thomas Wollbekk.
Posted on 12/27/2006 byHeidi Schmidt is a Content Developer for Funcom's Age of Conan. What does that mean? Why, she's the keeper of the lore!
Posted on 11/23/2006 byWe chat with a community manager on Funcom's Age of Conan.
Posted on 10/31/2006 byOle Herbjørnsen is the Lead Designer of Age of Conan. Today, we run his developer profile.
Posted on 10/14/2006 byGame Director Gaute Godager arrives with the second half of our two part look inside this exciting title.
Posted on 10/14/2005 by Dana MasseyIn the first part of a two part interview, Funcon's Terri Perkins discusses their second big MMORPG project: Age of Conan.
Posted on 09/02/2005 by Dana MasseyIn the latest of his outstanding 'first impressions' video series, MMORPG.com's own Ripper X heads into the mystical lands of Hyboria as embodied in Age of Conan. Check out Ripper's first faltering footsteps on Tortuga and beyond!
Posted on 07/19/2011 by Guest WriterTo go along with our exclusive wolf mount features today, the team from Funcom has provided us with new exclusive screenshots of the beast.
Posted on 01/28/2010 by MMORPG.com StaffFuncom has released these three new, exclusive screenshots from their upcoming Age of Conan expansion, Rise of the Godslayer.
Posted on 11/02/2009 by MMORPG.com StaffFuncom has released these three new, exclusive screenshots from their upcoming Age of Conan expansion, Rise of the Godslayer.
Posted on 10/19/2009 by MMORPG.com StaffEight screenshots of the upcoming Rise of the Godslayer expansion to Age of Conan have surfaced, and we've got 'em for your viewing pleasure! Check them out below!
Posted on 08/20/2009 by Michael BittonFuncom has provided us with this exclusive walkthough of the new Tarantia Commons area opened up in the recent 1.05 update. The walkthrough, which takes players visually through the new area, is narrated by Game Director Craig Morrison.
Posted on 06/25/2009 by Guest WriterAccompanying Funcom's Gangs of Tarantia developer journal are these six new, exclusive screenshots featuring the massive city.
Posted on 06/23/2009 by Guest WriterAt GDC, MMORPG.com Managing Editor Jon Wood caught up with Age of Conan Game Director Craig Morrison to talk about the game and the recently announced free trial.
Posted on 04/02/2009 by Jon WoodFuncom has released a new trailer to celebrate the new 7 Day free trial for their most recent MMO release: Age of Conan.
Posted on 04/02/2009 by Guest WriterThe folks at Funcom have provided us with this trailer video for the upcoming Ymir's Pass update for their MMORPG, Age of Conan.
Posted on 11/13/2008 by Guest WriterMMORPG.com has received an exclusive English version of Funcom's most recent Hyborian Insider. In it, Erling Ellingson tells us about some of the new content that is being added into the game as well as some information on (and a good look at) some of the DX 10 features that are planned for the game.
Posted on 09/15/2008 by Guest WriterAt a recent press event Erling Ellingsen and Gaute Godager gave gathered journalists and fans a look at combat in Age of Conan. In part two of the video, we get a look at spellweaving and mounted combat.
Posted on 05/21/2008 by Jon WoodAt a recent press event Erling Ellingsen and Gaute Godager gave gathered journalists and fans an overview of character creation and the opening cinematic for Age of Conan.
Posted on 05/21/2008 by Jon WoodAt a recent live presentation of Funcom`s Age of Conan, Gaute Godager and Erling Ellingsen demonstrated the player built cities that are one of the perks of guild membership in-game, a unique process that closer recalls games like The Sims or Age of Empires than it does any previous MMO.
Posted on 05/19/2008 by Keith CrossAt a recent live presentation of Funcom`s Age of Conan, Gaute Godager and Erling Ellingsen demonstrated the different forms of combat in their game. In part one of the presentation the guys talked primarily about the melee combat combo system and the aimable ranged combat.
Posted on 05/19/2008 by Keith CrossThe folks at Funcom have provided us with new screenshots from Age of Conan, the highly anticipated new MMO that will open its doors on May 20th.
Posted on 05/16/2008 by Guest WriterThe folks at Funcom have provided us with new screenshots from Age of Conan, the highly anticipated new MMO that will open its doors on May 20th.
Posted on 05/15/2008 by Guest WriterWhile at the Game Developer's Conference, the guys from Funcom provided us with these thirteen new screenshots of their upcoming MMORPG, Age of Conan.
Posted on 02/28/2008 by Guest WriterWhile in Norway, MMORPG.com was provided with samples from the Age of Conan Art Book. Today, we present this overview of art detailing some of the Pictish weapons.
Posted on 02/12/2008 by Guest WriterDuring their recent press event, the guys from Funcom's Age of Conan sat down to answer some questions from the press.
Posted on 02/11/2008 by Guest WriterWhile in Norway, MMORPG.com was provided with samples from the Age of Conan Art Book. Today, we present this overview of art detailing some of the Vanaheim armor.
Posted on 02/06/2008 by Guest WriterDuring their recent press event, the guys from Funcom's Age of Conan sat down to answer some questions from the press.
Posted on 02/05/2008 by Guest WriterWhile in Norway, MMORPG.com was provided with samples from the Age of Conan Art Book. Today, we present this overview of art detailing some of the Atlantian weapons and Armor.
Posted on 02/04/2008 by Guest WriterWhile in Norway, MMORPG.com was provided with samples from the Age of Conan Art Book. Today, we look at art representing Cimmerian armor.
Posted on 01/30/2008 by Guest WriterWhile in Norway, MMORPG.com was provided with samples from the Age of Conan Art Book. Today, we look at art representing the disreputable Tortage.
Posted on 01/28/2008 by Guest WriterWhile in Norway, MMORPG.com was provided with samples from the Age of Conan Art Book. Today, we present this overview of art from the in-game area known as Stygia.
Posted on 01/22/2008 by Guest WriterWhile in Norway, MMORPG.com was provided with samples from the Age of Conan Art Book. Today, we present this overview of art from the in-game area known as Cimmeria.
Posted on 01/21/2008 by Jon WoodCarolyn Koh is at CES in las Vegas. Yesterday, she had the opportunity to sit down and talk to the Funcom crew about their upcoming MMORPG, Age of Conan. While she was there, they provided her with fourteen screenshots.They may not be exclusive to MMORPG.com, but they sure are nice looking.
Posted on 01/11/2008 by Guest WriterIn an exclusive to MMORPG.com we see a video of "Acheron ruins complex on the island of Tortage".
Posted on 12/02/2005 by Dana MasseyWith the new Conan the Barbarian movie on the horizon, it seems only fitting that Funcom would include a tie-in in Age of Conan Unchained. Funcom devs have sent over a terrific look at the inspiration behind the upcoming adventure pack, The Savage Coast of Turan. Check it out and then weigh in with your impressions in the comments.
Posted on 08/15/2011 by Guest WriterMMORPG.com and Funcom have partnered to bring our readers some exciting news for Age of Conan players: When the new "Unrated" version of the game goes live, a new hardcore PvP server called Blood & Glory will make its debut. Funcom's Craig Morrison has an exclusive look at the new servers. Check it out and then let us know your thoughts!
Posted on 06/10/2011 by Guest WriterFuncom, the Age of Conan development team and MMORPG.com have teamed up to bring our readers an exclusive preview of the Paikang District. There are two new team instances coming up, both aimed at level 80 players, these instances will be found in the Imperial capital of Paikang in Khitai. Check out this exclusive look at the Paikang District and then leave us a thought or two when finished.
Posted on 05/03/2011 by Guest WriterFuncom and the Age of Conan dev team have a treat for players. In an exclusive article penned just for MMORPG.com readers, devs give an inside peek at the new New PvP Mini-game “The Call of Jhebbal Sag”. The new mini-game will feature 12 v 12 battles and an improved match-making system. Don't miss our exclusive developer journal from Age of Conan developers.
Posted on 12/13/2010 by Guest WriterThe team from Funcom has provided us with this exclusive first look at the much talked about alternate advancement system for their MMORPG Age of Conan.
Posted on 02/23/2010 by Guest WriterGuild Renown has come to Age of Conan in yesterday's roll out of the game's Update 6. Today, the team from Funcom tells us what the new feature is all about.
Posted on 02/05/2010 by Guest WriterThe team at Funcom has put together this developer journal which reveals new details on the wolf mount, available in the upcoming Age of Conan expansion Rise of the Godslayer.
Posted on 01/28/2010 by Guest WriterMMORPG.com occasionally asks the same question to a group of developers to see how different philosophies inside the industry really are. This week, our question is: "How do developers balance the company's need to make a profitable product versus their desire to create an interesting and innovative game?" Today, our answer comes from Age of Conan's Craig Morrison.
Posted on 01/22/2010 by Guest WriterToday, we ask Funcom's Craig Morrison about his philosophies on attempting to balance ranged and melee combat styles in an MMO.
Posted on 11/09/2009 by Guest WriterThe team over at Funcom has penned this developer journal giving us details on the newest dungeon in the game: The Iron Tower.
Posted on 10/20/2009 by Guest WriterIn this developer journal, the team from Funcom lays out the Vertean Rewards system, how it works and what items will be available to players to reward them for their loyalty.
Posted on 10/20/2009 by Guest WriterIn this exclusive developer journal, Funcom's Age of Conan team fills us in on some of the finer details of the upcoming Update 5: Gangs of Tarantia and the changes that it will bring to the game.
Posted on 06/23/2009 by Guest WriterAge of Conan's Update 5 has been highly anticipated by players, bringing with it, amongst other things, important changes to the item and statistics systems. In this internal Q&A developer Jarle Snertingdalen reveals details on the update.
Posted on 06/22/2009 by Guest WriterWith the announcement today of the game's 7 day free trial, Age of Conan Game Director Craig Morrison writes this overview of the upgrades made to the game since launch.
Posted on 04/02/2009 by Guest WriterAge of Conan Game Director Craig Morrison has posted a letter to the community detailing upcoming changes to the game, specifically the items and statistics update and its implications.
Posted on 02/27/2009 by Guest WriterThe Age of Conan website has been updated with this letter from Age of Conan Game Director Gaute Godager. In the letter, Godager lays out plans for the game in the near future.
Posted on 06/03/2008 by Guest WriterThe folks at Age of Conan have provided us with this new developer journal on the guild cities system.
Posted on 05/12/2008 by Guest WriterAge of Conan Game Director Gaute Godager recently wrote an article describing the current state of the game of AoC. He elaborates on his role in the game's development, and he describes the reasons behind the recently announced release date push back, the melding of certain classes, and other changes that have occurred throughout Age of Conan's development. We're pleased to present the entire article here.
Posted on 02/13/2008 by Guest WriterJason Stone, better known as Athelan, has updated his official Age of Conan Blog with info and his opinion of the delay.
Posted on 01/22/2008 by Guest WriterThe folks over at Funcom's Age of Conan have provided us with a new Developer Profile Q&A. This time around, AI Designer Haluk Diriker answers our questions as we get to know the folks behind their highly anticipated game.
Posted on 05/03/2007 by Guest WriterMMORPG.com Age of Conan Correspondent Ben Avery recently spoke with members of two Age of Conan Guilds, one in North America and one in Europe, to get their opinions on a number of issues relevant to the game as it is now and since launch. In Part Two, Ben talks to Mental Block, from the European guild Awakening.
Posted on 11/13/2008 by Ben AveryMMORPG.com Age of Conan Correspondent Ben Avery recently spoke with members of two Age of Conan Guilds, on in North America and one in Europe, to get their opinions on a number of issues relevant to the game as it is now and since launch. In Part One, Ben talks to Mental Block, from the North American guild Primal Instinct.
Posted on 11/03/2008 by Ben AveryIt's been awhile since MMORPG.com's Phil James has visited Age of Conan. In Part 3, Phil journeyed through the world smashing things and having a great time. In today's chapter of Return to Hyboria, Phil wraps up his month long adventure with a few closing thoughts. Read on!
Posted on 06/22/2011 by Phil JamesIt's been awhile since MMORPG.com's Phil James has visited Age of Conan. In Part 2, Phil detailed his first baby steps out into the larger and scarier world of Hyboria. In Part 3 of his Return to Hyboria series, Phil continues his journey while simultaneously smashing things along the way. Get the details on what Phil has found and then leave us a couple of comments.
Posted on 06/07/2011 by Phil JamesIt's been awhile since MMORPG.com's Phil James has visited Age of Conan. In Part 1, Phil detailed his adventures on Tortuga. In Part 2 of his Return to Hyboria series, Phil has left the lushness of Tortuga behind and has set out in the larger and more dangerous world. Get the details on what Phil has found and then leave us a couple of comments.
Posted on 05/31/2011 by Phil JamesIt's been awhile since MMORPG.com's Phil James has visited Age of Conan. Phil's been spending time on the lush tropical island of Tortage but it's not all frothy drinks and bikinis. Phil's got the full report in his Age of Conan: Return to Hyboria Part 1. Get the details on what Phil has found and then leave us a couple of comments.
Posted on 05/18/2011 by Phil JamesThis week on The Way Back Machine, MMORPG.com's own writer Drew Wood takes a look back on Victor Wachter's article about the state of Licensed MMOs from December 1st, 2009.
Posted on 02/12/2011 by Drew WoodIn his latest article for MMORPG.com, writer Michael Lafferty spends time with Funcom's Craig Morrison, Turbine's Jared “Kelsan” Pruett, Perfect World's Jon Belliss, and Realtime Worlds' EJ Moreland in a round table discussion about the misconceptions and 'fear' surrounding PvP. It's a fascinating look at the age-old (relatively speaking) argument for and against PvP and one that you won't want to miss.
Posted on 08/02/2010 by Guest WriterMMORPG.com columnist Michael Lafferty tackles one of MMO players' biggest complaints: THE GRIND. Michael has discovered that, as his title says, sometimes you just have to grind it. With this in mind, Michael talks to several game developers about the issue. Find out what they have to say about THE GRIND, leveling, starting areas and trying not to make games feel like work.
Posted on 07/14/2010 by Guest WriterMMORPG.com Age of Conan Reporter John Humphrey writes this look at the Aquilonia region, one of the primary areas in Funcom's Age of Conan.
Posted on 02/04/2010 by John HumphreyMMORPG.com Age of Conan Reporter John Humphrey writes this multi-part article detailing Age of Conan's 2009 progress toward being named MMORPG.com's Most Improved MMO. In today's addition, he discusses changes and events for the game from August to December.
Posted on 01/29/2010 by John HumphreyMMORPG.com Age of Conan Reporter John Humphrey writes this multi-part article detailing Age of Conan's 2009 progress toward being named MMORPG.com's Most Improved MMO. In today's addition, he discusses changes and events for the game from April to August.
Posted on 01/21/2010 by John HumphreyMMORPG.com Age of Conan Reporter John Humphrey writes this multi-part article detailing Age of Conan's 2009 progress toward being named MMORPG.com's Most Improved MMO. In today's addition, he discusses changes and events for the game from January to March.
Posted on 01/14/2010 by John HumphreyMMORPG.com Age of Conan Reporter John Humphrey writes this multi-part article detailing Age of Conan's 2009 progress toward being named MMORPG.com's Most Improved MMO. In today's opening, Humphrey provides the background for the changes to come in the year.
Posted on 01/13/2010 by John HumphreyMMORPG.com Age of Conan correspondent John Humphrey writes this look at Rise of the Godslayer, the upcoming expansion to Funcom's Age of Conan.
Posted on 12/22/2009 by John HumphreyMMORPG.com Age of Conan correspondent John Humphrey writes this look at Rise of the Godslayer, the upcoming expansion to Funcom's Age of Conan.
Posted on 12/08/2009 by John HumphreyMMORPG.com Age of Conan Correspondent John Humphrey writes this look at the fan base of the Conan IP that Funcom has to draw from and the new steps that the MMO company is taking to bring them and others into their game.
Posted on 11/30/2009 by John HumphreyMMORPG.com Age of Conan Correspondent John Humphrey writes this look at marketing and how Age of Conan, a totally revamped game with an expansion on the way, can learna thing or two from Blizzard.
Posted on 11/18/2009 by John HumphreyOn May 15th, Funcom released their Q1 2009 Financial Report, in it, they discuss the company's overall financial situation as well as how their current MMOs factor into the situation.
Posted on 05/15/2009 by Jon WoodReports that Funcom would soon be implementing technology that would allow players to import their own faces into the game have been refuted by the company.
Posted on 04/21/2009 by Jon WoodThe latest update for Age of Conan is now live, bringing the new PvP Consequence System to the live game, as well as new content and quests, fixes, and more. Funcom has provided an overview of the major new features that have been added, and today we're happy to share that with you.
Posted on 10/29/2008 by Guest WriterMMORPG.com Age of Conan Correspondent Jean-Francois Doyon writes this article giving his own opinion of the customiztion in Funcom's flagship title.
Posted on 09/20/2008 by Jean-François DoyonMMORPG.com has learned that Age of Conan Producer and Game Director Gaute Godager has resigned his post with Funcom. His replacement, Craig Morrison previously held the same position on Funcom`s Anarchy Online.
Posted on 09/17/2008 by Jon WoodHave you ever wondered what the XBox 360 version of Age of Conan might handle like? Well, the folks at Blue Orb have released Switchblade, a free program that allows players to get into Hyboria using naught but a 360 controller. In this presentation, the guys tell us about the functions and availability of the product.
Posted on 09/11/2008 by Keith CrossMMORPG.com Age of Conan Correspondent Michael DeHart writes this guide to the Necromancer class in Funcom's Age of Conan.
Posted on 09/05/2008 by Michael DeHartMMORPG.com Ag of Conan Correspondent Jean Francois Doyon writes this article about his dissapointment with the exploration factor in Funcom's MMO.
Posted on 08/27/2008 by Jean-François DoyonIn this video interview preview, MMORPG.com Managing Editor Jon Wood discusses some of the information given at a recent Leipzig presentation on Age of Conan. The article includes information on content,DX 10 and a just-announced upcoming expansion.
Posted on 08/22/2008 by Jon WoodMMORPG.com Age of Conan Correspondent Chris Carlis files this report on the upcoming PvP system for Age of Conan.
Posted on 07/31/2008 by Chris CarlisleHere, Game Director Gaute Godager gives us a look at a player's first meeting with King COnan in Funcom's new MMO, Age of Conan. Remember, this is a spoiler, so if you don't want to know, don't watch it!
Posted on 05/26/2008 by Jon WoodThe folks from Funcom's Age of Conan have been kind enough to provide us with this interesting and entertaining non-exclusive Tortage Island Travel Guide.
Posted on 03/03/2008 by Guest WriterThe folks from Age of Conan have provided us with these two beastiary entries which originally appeared in an AoC newsletter.
Posted on 02/29/2008 by Guest WriterLast week, Managing Editor Jon Wood traveled to Norway to visit the studios of Funcom's Age of Conan. Today, he presents part three of his report, looking at raiding, city building and sieging.
Posted on 01/23/2008 by Jon WoodLast week, Managing Editor Jon Wood traveled to Norway to visit the studios of Funcom's Age of Conan. Today, he presents part two of his report with a heavy focus on weather and mounted combat.
Posted on 01/22/2008 by Jon WoodLast week, Managing Editor Jon Wood traveled to Norwayh to visit the studios of Funcom's Age of Conan. Today, he shares the experience and information on the ESRB Rating, Crafting, Sound and more.
Posted on 01/21/2008 by Jon WoodManaging Editor Jon Wood is in Oslo visiting the Age of Conan developers at Funcom where he has learned that the 14 Age of Conan classes have been folded down to 12 as four classes are merged into two.
Posted on 01/19/2008 by Jon WoodAt the New York Comic Con, News Editor Garrett Fuller took a moment to talk to Dark Horse Comics, the folks who are doing the most recent incarnation of Conan, so if you're one of those folks who isn't sure about the lore of this IP, you should check this out!
Posted on 03/02/2007 byCarolyn Koh had a chance at this year's CES in Las Vegas to sit down in front of Funcom's upcoming title Age of Conan to get a hands on peek at the highly anticipated MMORPG.
Posted on 01/16/2007 by Carolyn KohMMORPG.com's Carolyn Koh is at CES and yesterday she had the opportunity to talk to the Funcom crew about their upcoming MMORPG, Age of Conan. In this report, Carolyn lets us in on the look of the game and what's coming down the pipe before the game's scheduled launch date in March.
Posted on 01/11/2008 by Carolyn KohThe month of December has come and gone, taking 2010 with it. Some say good riddance, some look back fondly, but no matter how you slice it, that puppy’s behind us and we’re all moving forward to 2011. For the team here at MMORPG.com, we’ve just got one tiny loose thread to tie up before we officially start the new year: We have to announce the winners of the 2010 MMORPG.com Reader’s Choice Awards! Today we feature the 2010 Game of the Year.
Posted on 01/14/2011 by Jon WoodThe month of December has come and gone, taking 2010 with it. Some say good riddance, some look back fondly, but no matter how you slice it, that puppy’s behind us and we’re all moving forward to 2011. For the team here at MMORPG.com, we’ve just got one tiny loose thread to tie up before we officially start the new year: We have to announce the winners of the 2010 MMORPG.com Reader’s Choice Awards! Today we reveal the Most Improved MMO of the year.
Posted on 01/10/2011 by Jon WoodIn today's round of voting in the 2010 Reader's Choice awards here at MMORPG.com, we invite you to check out this year's nominees for the Most Improved game of the year. These are the games that got off to a rocky start but made steady and wanted improvements due to the diligence of the development team. Check out the choices, cast your vote and let us know why you chose as you did!
Posted on 12/10/2010 by Drew WoodIn today's round of voting in the 2010 Reader's Choice awards here at MMORPG.com, we invite you to check out this year's nominees for Favorite MMO Company. These are the good folk who bring us the games we love. We love those who make great games and know how to treat their customers. Check out the list, pick your favorite and let us know why you picked that particular company in comments below.
Posted on 12/08/2010 by Drew WoodThe editorial staff here at MMORPG.com has made their decisions, and today we start to unveil the winners of the 2009 MMORPG.com awards by naming our Most Improved Game of 2009.
Posted on 01/04/2010 by Jon WoodIn The List this week, MMORPG.com Managing Editor takes a look at five games that really deserve more attention from MMO fans. The list is both nostalgic and perhaps just a bit controversial. See if you agree with Bill's choices of MMOs that deserve our attention, then leave us a couple thoughts in the comments.
Posted on 09/06/2011 by William MurphyIt's hard to accurately predict what will be popular in the MMO-space these days. Last week, we took a look at a 2009 piece predicting the success of certain MMOs in 2012 that...ain't gonna make it. In The List today, MMORPG.com Managing Editor dons the swami's hat and prognosticates about 2012 and what he believes will be the real success stories of the year. Read on!
Posted on 08/23/2011 by William MurphyThis week in Free Zone, MMORPG.com's own Richard Aihoshi takes a look at two announcements that have come our way recently; The shift of Age of Conan to a hybrid, F2P model, and the announcement of Wizardry Online. Check it out and let us know what you think!
Posted on 05/30/2011 by Richard AihoshiIn today's MMO world, there are two sub-genres whose fans are in constant battle with one another: Theme Park vs Sandbox. We've all seen the arguments raging back and forth. In today's column, MMORPG.com Lead Writer Bill Murphy tackles the issue of theme parks as entertainment and wonders why those who are waiting for THE sandbox title to emerge don't take advantage. See what you think and then lend your thoughts in the comments.
Posted on 04/07/2011 by William MurphyWith all of the hearsay, gossip and speculation about Age of Conan potentially going Free-To-Play (or Freemium or non-subscription, what have you), MMORPG.com's Drew Wood hereby gives you TheQuiz: The King Conan Edition. See how well you know Hyboria and let us know how you did!
Posted on 03/02/2011 by Drew WoodIn The Free Zone this week, MMORPG.com columnist, Richard Aihoshi takes a look at the strong numbers that Champions Online has garnered since the Free for All version went live. In addition, Richard has picked up some tendrils of rumor surrounding Age of Conan and a F2P iteration. Read on!
Posted on 02/21/2011 by Richard AihoshiNo, it's not a quiz about Bill Murphy but it is based on his latest list of the worst MMO launches in recent memory. MMORPG.com's Drew Wood took inspiration from The List and created questions for each of the games mentioned plus a few extras. See how you do in The Quiz: Bill Murphy Edition and let us know in the comments below.
Posted on 01/05/2011 by Drew WoodThe launch of an MMO is arguably one of the most important facets in a game's long term success or failure as most players will not hang around a buggy game. In The List this week, MMORPG.com's Bill Murphy takes a look at the five worst MMO launches thus far in the history of MMOs. Check it out and add any you think are missing in the comments below.
Posted on 01/04/2011 by William MurphyThe List this week takes a bit of a different tack than normal in that MMORPG.com columnist Bill Murphy takes a retrospective look at 2010 and highlights the best and the worst MMO events that captured our attention. Check it out and add any thoughts you might have to add to The List.
Posted on 12/28/2010 by William MurphyIn Part I and Part II of Adam Tingle's Fighting Talk: Old vs New MMOs, "experienced" games were pitted against "the new kids on the block" in categories including community, solo play, instances and more. In today's installment of the three-part look at Old vs New MMOs, Adam discusses Guilds, Crafting and the Time Sink factor. See which group comes out victorious (for today)! Let us know your thoughts, as always, on the forums!
Posted on 09/24/2010 by Adam TingleMMORPG.com's Bill Murphy has a few ideas for the games he believes might go free to play in The List this week. Some of the games may surprise you to find on The List, others not so much. Either way, the trend for so-called premium games going free to play is now established with DDO, LOTRO, EQ II and PotBS all going that route in the last several months. See if you agree with Bill's assessment of which games might (or should) go free to play. Let us know what you think!
Posted on 09/21/2010 by William MurphyMMORPG.com Age of Conan Correspondent Garrett Perkins writes this guide to the siege system for first-time players of Funcom's "M" rated MMO.
Posted on 07/31/2009 by Garrett PerkinsFirst time Age of Conan Correspondent Garrett Perkins writes this guide to PvP in Funcom's brutal MMO.
Posted on 06/26/2009 by Garrett PerkinsMMORPG.com Age of Conan Correspondent Mike DeHart writes this introductory overview of the Ranger class in Funcom's Age of Conan.
Posted on 10/06/2008 by Michael DeHartMMORPG.com Age of Conan Correspondent Garrett Perkins writes this basic look at the Priest of Mitra class in Funcom's bloody MMO.
Posted on 08/18/2009 by Garrett PerkinsMMORPG.com Age of Conan Correspondent Garrett Perkins gives us a look at the hard-to-play assassin class in Funcom's Age of Conan.
Posted on 07/16/2009 by Garrett PerkinsMMORPG.com Age of Conan Correspondent Mike DeHart has written this new look at the Demonologist class in Funcom's Age of Conan.
Posted on 11/12/2008 by Michael DeHartMMORPG.com Age of Conan Correspondent Mike DeHart writes this overview of the Tempest of Set, the Stygian healer in Funcom's Age of Conan.
Posted on 10/20/2008 by Michael DeHart