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Story of the Week: Star Wars Comes and Goes
The Story of the Week is all Star Wars, as The Old Republic opens its doors and Galaxies shuts its own. Read on for our brief thoughts and feel free to chime in with your own.
Posted on 12/17/2011 by William Murphy
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Farewell to SWG
Star Wars Galaxies will be closing its doors for good in December 2011. In today's Player Perspectives, MMORPG.com's Isabelle Parsley bids adieu to SWG, a game that was one of her "defining games". Read Isabelle's thoughts about the final days of Star Wars Galaxies and her memories of the glory days. Add a comment or two of your own in the comments.
Posted on 09/23/2011 by Isabelle Parsley -
Story of the Week: Star Wars Makes Some Moves
The Story of the Week may be a no-brainer, but that doesn't stop Bill Murphy from chatting about it and recapping the events. Star Wars: The Old Republic has its pre-order all lined up and ready for fanatical consumption, and it's definitely generating some buzz.
Posted on 07/23/2011 by William Murphy -
Story of the Week: Ding-Dong, Vader's Dead
Every week we here at MMORPG.com take a look at the news and come up with the biggest scoop. This week, it was kind of a no-brainer as the world learned that SOE's Star Wars Galaxies is shutting down for good on December 15th, 2011.
Posted on 06/25/2011 by William Murphy -
Me and My MMOs
In today's Player Perspectives column, readers get a rare inside look at the MMOs that have shaped those perspectives for MMORPG.com columnist Isabelle Parsley. They've winked and snuggled and finally drawn her into their ever-lovin' arms. Read on to see which MMOs have captured Iz's attention and heart over the years and then let us know what you think!
Posted on 06/03/2011 by Isabelle Parsley -
Bring Your Own Sand
One of the perennial arguments amongst MMO gamers is the one that centers around Theme Park vs Sandbox games. Proponents of one or the other draw battle lines and argue vehemently that "theirs is the best type" of MMO. In today's Player Perspectives, MMORPG.com columnist Isabelle Parsley takes a look at these two MMO types. She's got a lot to say about them so be sure to check out her article. Leave us your thoughts in the comments.
Posted on 02/25/2011 by Isabelle Parsley -
The Way Back Machine - Licensed MMOs
This 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 Wood -
Top Crafting Systems
Crafting is a make it or break it proposition for many MMO players. A good crafting system can keep a player involved for years. A bad one can chase them out very quickly. In The List this week, MMORPG.com Lead Writer Bill Murphy takes a look at several MMOs that he thinks set the standard for all that's right in crafting. Check it out and then weigh in with your thoughts in the comments below.
Posted on 02/02/2011 by William Murphy -
2010 Awards: Game of the Year
The 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 Wood -
The Quiz: Bill Murphy Edition
No, 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 Wood
Editorial
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Story of the Week: Star Wars Makes Some Moves
The Story of the Week may be a no-brainer, but that doesn't stop Bill Murphy from chatting about it and recapping the events. Star Wars: The Old Republic has its pre-order all lined up and ready for fanatical consumption, and it's definitely generating some buzz.
Posted on 07/23/2011 by William Murphy -
Story of the Week: Ding-Dong, Vader's Dead
Every week we here at MMORPG.com take a look at the news and come up with the biggest scoop. This week, it was kind of a no-brainer as the world learned that SOE's Star Wars Galaxies is shutting down for good on December 15th, 2011.
Posted on 06/25/2011 by William Murphy -
The Sci-Fi MMO: The Present
In the second of a three part series, MMORPG.com's Bill Murphy explores the Sci-Fi subgenre of MMOs and looks at its present and where we stand today.
Posted on 02/24/2010 by William Murphy -
Correspondent - Roleplaying is Dead, Long Live Roleplaying...
MMORPG.com Star Wars Galaxies Correspondent Jef Reahard writes this editorial piece reflecting on the days of a roleplayer's paradise in Star Wars Galaxies.
Posted on 09/19/2008 by Jef Reahard -
Pursuit of a Mythical Audience
Kevin Tierney examines the failures of LucasArts and SOE's grand strategy in this new editorial.
Posted on 06/13/2006 by Kevin Tierney -
Debate: Major IPs as MMORPGs
Lord of the Rings Online. Star Wars: Galaxies. Star Trek Online. Major IPs are everywhere in this genre. Should they be?
Posted on 01/28/2006 by Dana Massey -
Fixing The Game: Whether You Like It or Not!
In light of the recent changes to Star Wars Galaxies that fundamentally alter the product, Dana Massey looks at the ethics of changing a game midstream.
Posted on 11/23/2005 by Dana Massey -
Combat Upgrade or Combat Downgrade?
We take an in depth look at the new Combat Upgrade that was recently added to Star Wars Galaxies.
Posted on 05/11/2005 by Clint Nielson
Previews
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Jump To Lightspeed Preview
Our own Richard Duffek took the first ever SWG expansion for a test drive. Find out what he had to say about it!
Posted on 10/25/2004 by Richard Cox
Interviews
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Galactic Civil War Interview
MMORPG.com's Garrett Fuller recently asked a few questions of Star Wars Galaxies producer Tony Tyson about the Galactic Civil War and what it means for players.
Posted on 01/29/2010 by Garrett Fuller -
User Created Content Interview
Star Wars Galaxies is introducing the Chronicles system into their game that will allow players to create their own content in the iconic universe. MMORPG.com's Chris Higgins had the opportunity to ask a few questions of SWG Producer, Tony Tyson.
Posted on 10/16/2009 by Garrett Fuller -
Phantom Squadron and the Future of Jump to Lightspeed
MMORPG.com Star Wars Galaxies Correspondent Jef Reahard writes this interview with the commander of the Phantom Squadron in SOE's Star Wars Galaxies, a group dedicated to making the Y-Wing a viable and dangerous PvP craft.
Posted on 10/23/2008 by Jef Reahard -
SWG Trading Card Game Demo
While at GenCon, we had the opportunity to talk to Game Designer Chuck Kallenbach about the Star Wars Galaxies Trading Card Game, where he gives us details on the game and shows us how the game is played.
Posted on 08/27/2008 by Keith Cross -
AGC: Breakfast with SOE
We ate breakfast with four people from SOE and learned about each of their titles.
Posted on 09/13/2006 by Carolyn Koh -
Chris Kramer, Senior Director of Corporate Comm.
Chris Kramer is the head of SOE's public relations and corporate communications, we recently caught up with him.
Posted on 08/18/2006 by Carolyn Koh -
Interview with Casey Keefe
As things settle down at LucasArts/SOE, we catch up with Casey Keefe for an update on Star Wars Galaxies.
Posted on 02/21/2006 by Dana Massey -
NGE Interview with Casey Keefe
In addition to our editorial and review, we have a brief interview with Community and Press Relations Manager Casey Keefe.
Posted on 11/23/2005 by Dana Massey -
Interview with Julio Torres
Julio Torres is the Producer of Star Wars Galaxies. Today he answers some of our questions on the game and its future.
Posted on 10/27/2005 by Jon Wood -
Dev Profile: Tim Temmerman
In this first of many upcoming Q&As from around the industry, we profile Tim Temmerman, the QA Lead for LucasArts on Star Wars Galaxies.
Posted on 07/11/2005 by Dana Massey -
Combat Upgrade Q&A
The recent "Combat Upgrade" introduced to Star Wars Galaxies has many players upset. We decided to address many of the issues with the update by going directly to the source and asking Julio Torres - the SWG Producer at LucasArts.
Posted on 05/03/2005 by Dana Massey -
Interview With Dallas Dickinson, SOE Producer
Reed Hubbard asks Dallas Dickinson a few questions about the upcoming expansion "Rage of the Wookiees" for Star Wars Galaxies.
Posted on 04/05/2005 by Reed Hubbard -
Jump To Lightspeed Interview
Richard Duffek gets a chance to talk with Julio Torres, the Associate Producer and Kurt Stangl, the Community Manager at SOE.
Posted on 11/08/2004 by Richard Cox
Dev Journals
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Game Update 9 Journal - Housing Updates
Jaskell from Sony Online Entertainment's Star Wars Galaxies writes this developer journal looking at housing updates in the game's Update 9.
Posted on 05/15/2009 by Guest Writer
General Article
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The Way Back Machine - Licensed MMOs
This 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 Wood -
Collections of Note
MMORPG.com Star Wars Galaxies Correspondent RJ hubbard writes this interesting piece on various collections found in SOE's Star Wars Galaxies.
Posted on 12/10/2008 by RJ Hubbard -
Hoth Hubbub
MMORPG.com Star Wars Galaxies Correspondent Brian Turner writes this look at the recent addition of the ice planet Hoth to SOE's Star Wars Galaxies.
Posted on 12/08/2008 by Brian Turner -
Tips for Returning Players
Our new Star Wars Galaxies Correspondent writes this short article giving a few play tips for players who may have left the game and are planning a return.
Posted on 11/17/2008 by RJ Hubbard -
The First Rule of Star Wars Galaxies PvP
MMORPG.com Star Wars Galaxies Correspondent Jef Reahard writes this article discussiong the lack of attention that the PvP system in SOE's Star Wars Galaxies has received and why PvP should have been an integral part of the game.
Posted on 09/02/2008 by Jef Reahard -
Correspondent - Does Crafting Matter?
MMORPG.com Star Wars Galaxies Correspondent Jef Reahard writes this article on crafting and the recent crafting changes that have come with Update 5.
Posted on 08/06/2008 by Jef Reahard
Progress Reports
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E3 Look Forward
Jon Wood spoke to a developer behind this controversial game.
Posted on 05/13/2006 by Jon Wood -
Progress Report
We talk to the development team about the Combat Upgrade and Rage of the Wookiees. How did they do? What impact did it have on the bottom line?
Posted on 06/01/2005 by Dana Massey
Awards
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2010 Awards: Game of the Year
The 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 Wood
Column
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Farewell to SWG
Star Wars Galaxies will be closing its doors for good in December 2011. In today's Player Perspectives, MMORPG.com's Isabelle Parsley bids adieu to SWG, a game that was one of her "defining games". Read Isabelle's thoughts about the final days of Star Wars Galaxies and her memories of the glory days. Add a comment or two of your own in the comments.
Posted on 09/23/2011 by Isabelle Parsley -
Me and My MMOs
In today's Player Perspectives column, readers get a rare inside look at the MMOs that have shaped those perspectives for MMORPG.com columnist Isabelle Parsley. They've winked and snuggled and finally drawn her into their ever-lovin' arms. Read on to see which MMOs have captured Iz's attention and heart over the years and then let us know what you think!
Posted on 06/03/2011 by Isabelle Parsley -
Bring Your Own Sand
One of the perennial arguments amongst MMO gamers is the one that centers around Theme Park vs Sandbox games. Proponents of one or the other draw battle lines and argue vehemently that "theirs is the best type" of MMO. In today's Player Perspectives, MMORPG.com columnist Isabelle Parsley takes a look at these two MMO types. She's got a lot to say about them so be sure to check out her article. Leave us your thoughts in the comments.
Posted on 02/25/2011 by Isabelle Parsley -
Top Crafting Systems
Crafting is a make it or break it proposition for many MMO players. A good crafting system can keep a player involved for years. A bad one can chase them out very quickly. In The List this week, MMORPG.com Lead Writer Bill Murphy takes a look at several MMOs that he thinks set the standard for all that's right in crafting. Check it out and then weigh in with your thoughts in the comments below.
Posted on 02/02/2011 by William Murphy -
The Quiz: Bill Murphy Edition
No, 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 Wood -
The Worst MMORPG Launches
The 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 Murphy -
The Quiz: MMO Holiday Edition
In The Quiz this week, MMORPG.com's Drew Wood takes a break from the eggnog to post up the Holiday Edition. Put on your Santa hats and get cracking with The Quiz: MMO Holiday Edition. Let us know how you did in the comments below!
Posted on 12/22/2010 by Drew Wood -
The Quiz: Expansions Edition
With this week's launch of World of Warcraft: Cataclysm, MMORPG.com's Drew Wood figured that expansion packs would be a terrific subject for today's Quiz. So sit back, see how you do and let us know what you think in our forums!
Posted on 12/08/2010 by Drew Wood -
Top 5 Ugly MMO Races
The List this week features a look at some of the ugliest races ever to grace the hallowed pixels of our favorite MMOs. Bill Murphy has pulled some mirror-breaking folk from expected, and maybe a few unexpected, places. Check out his list and then add some uglies in our comments section below.
Posted on 12/08/2010 by William Murphy -
Top 5 MMO Learning Curves
The List this week focuses on our favorite MMOs and the learning curves employed. How long it takes a player to pick up and play a game largely determines how long their tenure will be. Find out which games MMORPG.com's Bill Muphy thinks make it tough on the newest players and then add your thoughts on the forums!
Posted on 09/28/2010 by William Murphy -
Ten MMOs and Their Place In History
MMORPG.com's Jon Wood returns this week with another list, this time taking a look at ten games that have, for better or worse, solidified a place in MMORPG history.
Posted on 11/18/2009 by Jon Wood -
Five Scariest MMO Launches
In honor of Halloween this weekend, we count down five of the scariest MMO launches in history.
Posted on 10/30/2009 by Dana Massey
Guide
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Imperial Flight Guide, Part Two
MMORPG.com Star Wars Galaxies Correspondent Thomas Allegood writes this helpful guide for up and coming Imperial pilots in the SOE MMO based on the popular sci-fi franchise.
Posted on 03/13/2009 by Thomas Allegood -
Imperial Flight Guide, Part One
MMORPG.com Star Wars Galaxies Correspondent writes this helpful guide for up and coming Imperial pilots in the SOE MMO based on the popular sci-fi franchise
Posted on 03/03/2009 by Thomas Allegood -
A newbie's guide to the Jedi Profession
Star Wars Galaxies correspondent Thomas Allegood takes us from Padawan Learner to Jedi Master in this guide to Jedi in SWG.
Posted on 02/24/2009 by Guest Writer -
City Building Guide
MMORPG.com Star Wars Galaxies Correspondent Jef Reahard writes this new guide giving players some insight into creating player cities in SOE's Star Wars Galaxies.
Posted on 11/05/2008 by Jef Reahard
System Focus
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Trading Card Game Overview
MMORPG.com Star Wars Galaxies Correspondent Jef Reahard writes this overview of the recently added Trading Card Game in Star Wars Galaxies.
Posted on 10/07/2008 by Jef Reahard
