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The Secret World News
Latest Headlines for The Secret World
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Are the Floodgates Opening?
There are few of us who are true MMO aficionados who aren't eagerly anticipating the arrival of Funcom's The Secret World. With its release ostensibly within a few months, Funcom seems to be revving up the info-release engine. See what tidbits we picked up around the 'Net recently and then let us know what you think!
Reported on Feb 08, 2012 -
Deck Templates
The Secret World is going to feature one of the most complex abilities systems in any MMO to date. The dev team has partnered with MMORPG.com to unleash new information about the pre-made "deck templates" that will help players navigate the complexities. Check it out and then let us know what you think in the comments.
Reported on Feb 08, 2012 -
Deck System Introduced
The good folks at GamesRadar.com have a new interview with Funcom's Martin Bruusgaard about the deck system that will be utilized in The Secret World.
Reported on Feb 08, 2012 -
Location Preview – Blue Mountain
Funcom has partnered with MMORPG.com to bring our readers a first-ever look at a new location from The Secret World. Called Blue Mountain, the area is a forbidding haunted place filled with creatures of legend like the wendigo, the draug and the ak'ab. Find out more about Blue Mountain in our exclusive first look. Let us know what you think!
Reported on Jan 24, 2012 -
The Illuminati
Funcom has released a teaser trailer featuring the Illuminati, one of three factions that will be featured in The Secret World. To the Illuminati, knowledge is power. Check out this cinematic gem and enjoy!
Reported on Jan 13, 2012 -
Illuminati Trailer Surfaces
A new teaser trailer featuring the Illuminati from The Secret World has surfaced at GameTrailers.com. The trailer outlines the background of the organization: Knowledge is power, knowledge is currency. It features some nice in-game footage as well. Check it out!
Reported on Jan 12, 2012 -
The Shape of Crafting
For many players, having a robust crafting system is essential in their MMO. So what about The Secret World? What, if anything, do we know about crafting? Will it be "level-less" in a way similar to character progression? In today's TSW column, we speculate about some of those things and more. Check it out!
Reported on Jan 11, 2012 -
The Illuminati
Funcom has partnered with MMORPG.com to bring our readers more information about one of the three societies in The Secret World. This time, the Illuminati are profiled. Keep reading about this most secretive group and then leave us your comments.
Reported on Jan 10, 2012 -
Illuminati Week Begins
Funcom has sent out the latest newsletter to fans of The Secret World. In it, devs reveal that this week will see secrets revealed about the enigmatic Illuminati. Of course, knowing a few secrets about the Illuminati will likely generate a hundred more.
Reported on Jan 09, 2012 -
Dungeon Making Process
MMORPG.com has partnered with Funcom to bring our readers an inside look at how dungeons are created for The Secret World. Penned by Senior Designer Brent Ellison, it's a fascinating behind the scenes look for one of the most keenly anticipated games for 2012. Read on!
Reported on Jan 05, 2012 -
The Sound of Silence
The Secret World has gone largely off the grid in the last month and a half or so. Is this a good thing for a game that is due to hit the MMOniverse in just over four months? Read on and then let us know what you think in the comments.
Reported on Dec 28, 2011 -
What Weapon?
One of the most interesting features coming in The Secret World is the nearly limitless combination of weapons that players will have at their collective disposal. In our latest column devoted to TSW, we take a look at the exciting prospect of a wide-open weapon configuration. Check it out and then leave us your thoughts in the comments.
Reported on Dec 14, 2011 -
Location Preview - The Scorched Desert
A couple of days ago, the world was treated a first look at the Scorched Desert, an Egyptian locale from The Secret World. Today, Funcom has partnered with MMORPG.com to give our readers and inside look at the Scorched Desert and at the horrors that await. Check it out and then leave us a comment or two.
Reported on Dec 08, 2011 -
Scorched Desert Location Trailer
Funcom and The Secret World dev team have released a new trailer featuring the Egyptian location called The Scorched Desert. Aten has been reborn and is marshaling his minions to wreak havoc on the Earth. Check it out!
Reported on Dec 07, 2011 -
New Trailer Shows Off Egypt
Gamespot UK has a new trailer featuring a look at The Scorched Desert, one of the locations from The Secret World. In it, the narrator speaks of Aten returning to Egypt with some pretty danged impressive locusts among other monsters. Check it out at the link above.
Reported on Dec 06, 2011 -
Can It Be True?
Is The Secret World too good to be true? Judging by the press previews last month, it appears not. But many have a healthy sense of skepticism about Funcom's ability to deliver. Take a look at the budding optimism that is building here at MMORPG.com and then let us know what you think in the comments.
Reported on Dec 01, 2011 -
First Ever Hands-On Preview
During a recent press event at Funcom's Montreal studio, MMORPG.com Associate Editor Suzie Ford had the opportunity for a day-long hands-on experience with The Secret World. Calling it "a thinking player's game", Suzie has a lot to say about why she thinks that in her comprehensive first look at The Secret World. Treat yourself to a fine read. Leave us a comment or two when you're finished reading.
Reported on Nov 19, 2011 -
Templar Teaser Trailer
Funcom has released a new trailer featuring the Templars, one of three secret societies from The Secret World. "The Templars are the old guard of The Secret World; ruthless and traditional they will use any means to fight the darkness." Check it out!
Reported on Nov 18, 2011 -
Unveiling The Templars
MMORPG.com and Funcom have partnered to bring our readers an exclusive first look at the Templars, where they've come from and who they are. Templars are one of the three secret societies coming with The Secret World. Keep reading to find out some of the back story about this ancient society. Let us know what you think in the comments.
Reported on Nov 15, 2011 -
New Templar Screens
As part of this week's ongoing Templar coverage, Funcom and The Secret World dev team have released six screenshots. The screens show off Templar clothing, the Templar HQ and more. Check them out in The Secret World screenshot gallery.
Reported on Nov 15, 2011
