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July 2011 Ask Cryptic

Late last month, Robobo took some questions from the Cryptic/Champions Online community about the game and so very much more. Read along as they address questions about comics, game tweaks, the Steam achievement list, the new PvP map and more.
Reported on Aug 07, 2011
Every Hero (or Villain) Needs a Lair

There's no question that every champion or villain needs a lair. That said, Champions Online players now have the option for a hideout in the game. Hideouts come in a variety of flavors and are useable across all characters on a player's account. Every Gold & Lifetime player gets a hideout for free. Silver players get a Phase One hideout and can later upgrade it if they choose.
Reported on Jul 07, 2011
State of the Game: June 2011

Executive Producer, Rob Overmeyer, has written the latest State of the Game for the month of June for Cryptic Studios' Champions Online. Rob takes a look at things to come for the game and what we can expect to see in the coming weeks as the game continues forward.
Reported on Jul 03, 2011
Last Chance for Blood Moon

Today is your last chance to dive into the undead madness of Champions Online's Blood Moon, their ongoing horror event. The event closes today, so pop into the game and take your chance at killin' zombies in the killer PvP event.
Reported on Jun 26, 2011
Concepts and Costumes: Hideouts

Lead Artist Brad Stokan is at it again, this time taking a look at the hideouts that they create for the game, taking aim at two real-world hideouts: the Vigilante Safe House, and, my favorite, Mom's Basement! See what he has to say this week.
Reported on Jun 19, 2011
Concepts and Costumes

An interesting piece has popped up on the Champions Online website, as Brad Stokan (the lead artist on the game) showcasing the work of some of his fellow artists in the context of how costume pieces in the game are conceived, and made.
Reported on Jun 04, 2011
May Ask Cryptic Published

Champions Online devs have published the latest Ask Cryptic with devs answering a host of questions submitted by players and fans. Topics include whether or not players will ever get 'throwing' powers, lairs and the upcoming comic series. It's a terrific and eclectic read. Check it out!
Reported on Jun 01, 2011
Perfect World Snaps Up Cryptic Studios

Gamasutra is reporting that Chinese publisher Perfect World Entertainment has snapped up Cryptic Studios. Cryptic was recently put on the market by Atari and is the development studio responsible for Champions Online and Star Trek Online. PWE acquired 100% equity in Cryptic for $50.3 million.
Reported on May 31, 2011
Atari Divests Itself of Cryptic Studios

According to an earnings statement released by Atari, the company has divested itself of Champions Online developer, Cryptic Studios. The move became effective on March 31st. According to Gamasutra, Atari will continue its support of Champions Online and Star Trek Online until such time as the studio is sold.
Reported on May 17, 2011
Resistance is Coming

The team over at Champions Online are pleased to announce the arrival of Resistance, a new adventure pack due to drop this May. Check out the trailer, screenshots and info over at the official Champions Online website.
Reported on May 01, 2011
April State of the Game Letter Posted

Champions Online Producer Rob Overmeyer has posted the April State of the Game letter on the official site. Overmeyer discusses the team's plans for summer updates including new rewards, scaling instances, adventure packs, PvP, hideouts, costume packs and more. It's a good read for Champions fans.
Reported on Apr 22, 2011
Zombie Apocalypse Today

The Champions Online team will be hosting a Zombie Apocalypse event on Tuesday, April 12th from 11-12 a.m. and from 3-4 p.m. PST. The event is for Archetypes at level 40.
Reported on Apr 12, 2011
April Ask Cryptic

The latest Ask Cryptic has cropped up on the official Champions Online site. This is an ongoing series of articles with players submitting questions for answers from the CO team. There is no set topic for the questions which range from crafting tables to adventure packs to whether or not a system similar to Star Trek Online's Foundry will be deployed for CO.
Reported on Apr 06, 2011
Cryptic Partners with Vivox

The team at Cryptic has announced a partnership with Vivox to provide the players of their games with voice chat across all of their games. Check out the announcement.
Reported on Mar 06, 2011
March State of the Game

Champions Online Producer Rob Overmeyer has written the latest State of the Game letter. Overmeyer spends a bit of time reviewing the past months as the team prepared for the Free for All release. He also discusses C-Store updates and takes a forward look at upcoming content updates and more.
Reported on Mar 02, 2011
Numbers & Revenue Spike

Cryptic Studios, Atari and the Champions Online dev team have announced a gigantic spike in both revenue and player participation in the game since the "Free For All" version was released at the end of January. Concurrent users, unique log ins and revenue have risen over 1000%. To celebrate, devs have a free gift for players that can be claimed at the C-Store.
Reported on Feb 17, 2011
Free For All Launch Trailer

Cryptic Studios, Atari and the Champions Online team have released a new video celebrating the official launch of the "Free For All" version of the game. Check it out!
Reported on Jan 27, 2011
Free for All Launch Interview

Yesterday was a banner day for Cryptic Studios, Atari and the Champions Online development team with the debut of the game's Free For All version. To celebrate the event, MMORPG.com Community Manager Michael Bitton sat down with Champions Online Executive Producer Shannon Posniewski. They chatted up the Free For All Champions within hours of its official release. Check it out and then weigh in on the conversation in the comments below.
Reported on Jan 26, 2011
Free For All Launch Day

For Champions Online players and prospective players, this is a big day as the game has officially gone free to play. To celebrate, Cryptic Studios has several items of interest on the main page including a new character creation guide, a notice about the C-Store sale, a YouTube trailer and the Free For All launch day patch notes.
Reported on Jan 25, 2011
Lifetime Subscriptions On Sale

Cryptic Studios has announced that lifetime subscriptions for both Champions Online and Star Trek Online will be on sale for 20% off beginning January 25th. The sale is in celebration of Champions going free to play and Star Trek Online's first anniversary.
Reported on Jan 20, 2011