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The 5 Worst MMO Launches

MMO launches are one of the trickiest things in the world for a developer and publisher to orchestrate. In the case of single player games, the experience can be perfectly balanced and simulated in a controlled environment. For standard multiplayer games, you can easily cap the number of players involved and know how it’s going to turn out in a live scenario. A Massively Multiplayer Game on the other hand, is something else entirely.
Posted on 11/17/2014 by David Jagneaux

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MMO Growing Pains

One of the thing that many of us realize is that the MMO-genre is a bit stale. Why is that when, at least according to our latest No Elves Allowed column, "the sky should have been the limit"? Find out and then let us know what you think!
Posted on 02/01/2012 by Cassandra Khaw
Ripper X & the Mean Streets of San Paro

In our latest video introduction, our own Ripper X ventures into the crime ridden world of APB: Reloaded, a free to play action MMO based on the mean streets of San Paro. Check it out!
Posted on 11/30/2011 by Ripper X
Open Beta Preview

GamersFirst has launched APB Reloaded onto the gaming world in the form of the open beta. By all reports, huge numbers of players are taking advantage of the opportunity to see the game in its new iteration. MMORPG.com columnist Adam Tingle is one of those whose been entertaining his bad boy side in APB Reloaded and he's got some thoughts to share. Check it out and then leave us a comment or two.
Posted on 05/30/2011 by Adam Tingle
Looking ahead at 2011

After a couple of weeks looking back at the year that was, it's time to turn our collective eye to the future for MMO gaming in 2011. In his newest column, Bill Murphy looks at what lies ahead for gamers in 2011. Check out Bill's thoughts and then let us know what you're looking forward to in 2011 in the comments section below.
Posted on 01/21/2011 by William Murphy
2010 Awards: Biggest News Story

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 our final award, 2010's Biggest News Story.
Posted on 01/16/2011 by Drew Wood
2010 Awards: Biggest Disappointment

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 take a look at the Biggest Disappointment of 2010.
Posted on 01/06/2011 by Jon Wood
The Best & Worst of 2010

The 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 Murphy
2010 Awards: Biggest News Story

In 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 biggest new stories and select the one that you believe created the most stir in 2010.
Posted on 12/07/2010 by Drew Wood
Why Do MMOs Die?

In his latest "The Rant" column, MMORPG.com's resident ranter, Adam Janovyak, begins with a question: Why do MMOs die? He meanders through the money issue and the 'lack of interest' angle and finally comes to the real reason he believes MMOs die. Read "The Rant" and see if you agree with Adam's ultimate findings. Be sure to leave a rant of your own in the comments below.
Posted on 12/07/2010 by Guest Writer

Editorials

One Girl's Opinion

MMORPG.com's Angie Webb recently had some hands-on time with Realtime Worlds' APB. One of her assignments was to write an article based on her own unique perspective as a female gamer.
Posted on 06/10/2010 by Angie Webb

Previews

Open Beta Preview

GamersFirst has launched APB Reloaded onto the gaming world in the form of the open beta. By all reports, huge numbers of players are taking advantage of the opportunity to see the game in its new iteration. MMORPG.com columnist Adam Tingle is one of those whose been entertaining his bad boy side in APB Reloaded and he's got some thoughts to share. Check it out and then leave us a comment or two.
Posted on 05/30/2011 by Adam Tingle
APB IMHO

MMORPG.com's Angela Webb writes this report of her brief time spent playing APB at a recent press event. Please note that this is not a full game preview, but a first impressions preview based on a few hours of gameplay.
Posted on 06/07/2010 by Angie Webb
Hands-On Experience

At the recent PAX East show, Garrett Fuller got some hands-on time with Realtime Worlds' All Points Bulletin and today reports on what he saw.
Posted on 04/07/2010 by Garrett Fuller
First Look Opinions

Enigmatic MMORPG.com writer Allen Smithee writes this look at the fast-paced cops and robbers MMORPG, All Points Bulletin.
Posted on 03/26/2010 by Guest Writer
E3 Preview

David Jones ran us through the ins and outs of All Points Bulletin, while Chris Dye submitted to an on camera interview.
Posted on 06/15/2009 by Dana Massey

Interviews

Interview with EJ Moreland

MMORPG.com's Angie Webb sat down with APB's Lead Designer EJ Moreland for an interview during her recent visit to the offices of Realtime Worlds.
Posted on 06/14/2010 by Angie Webb
Dave Jones Interview

Allen Smithee returns to bring us this new interview with All Points Bulletin's Dave Jones. The pair talk about the game, getting into some detail about a few of the upcoming title's systems.
Posted on 03/31/2010 by Guest Writer
Video Interview With Chris Dye

Chris Dye of Real Time Worlds talks about APB at E3 2009.
Posted on 06/15/2009 by Dana Massey
GDC First Look Part Two - Optimist

While at this year's Game Developer's Conference both Keith Cross and Laura Genender attended a seminar called "My First MMO". This seminar was about the upcoming MMO All Points Bulletin. While both Keith and Laura left the room impressed, Keith's impressions were pessimistic, while Laura's was through the roof enthusiastic. Today, we present both of their views as an MMORPG.com first look at APB.
Posted on 02/28/2008 by Laura Genender

Hardware Reviews

Bigfoot Networks Killer 2100 NIC Review

In her latest hardware review, MMORPG.com correspondent Carolyn Koh takes a look at the BigFoot Networks "Killer" Network Interface Card (NIC). Carolyn takes the challenge that BigFoot offers gamers: Improved network performance and reduced lag in online games. Does the Killer NIC measure up? Read Carolyn's review to find out.
Posted on 08/13/2010 by Carolyn Koh
NOX Audio Specialist Review

In this week's hardware review, MMORPG.com correspondent Carolyn Koh takes on the NOX Audio Specialist headset. As the 'new kid on the block', NOX has a lot to prove. Does the Audio Specialist headset make the cut? Find out in Carolyn Koh's comprehensive report.
Posted on 07/22/2010 by Carolyn Koh

Media

Ripper X & the Mean Streets of San Paro

In our latest video introduction, our own Ripper X ventures into the crime ridden world of APB: Reloaded, a free to play action MMO based on the mean streets of San Paro. Check it out!
Posted on 11/30/2011 by Ripper X

Developer Journals

Inside the Music

Stephen Lord, Audio Lead on Realtime Worlds' All Points Bulletin, writes this week's APB dev journal on the subject of the game's music.
Posted on 06/25/2010 by Guest Writer
Which Side Are You On?

All Points Bulletin Lead Gameplay Designer Jesse Knapp writes this new APB dev journal explaining the game's two factions and asks the question: Which side are you on?
Posted on 06/11/2010 by Guest Writer
Why APB?

All points Bulletin Lead Designer EJ Moreland writes this new developer journal that tells players what sets APB apart from other games and why they should give the game a shot as it creeps closer and closer to launch.
Posted on 06/04/2010 by Guest Writer

General Articles

Looking ahead at 2011

After a couple of weeks looking back at the year that was, it's time to turn our collective eye to the future for MMO gaming in 2011. In his newest column, Bill Murphy looks at what lies ahead for gamers in 2011. Check out Bill's thoughts and then let us know what you're looking forward to in 2011 in the comments section below.
Posted on 01/21/2011 by William Murphy
Game Designers Address Misconceptions About PvP

In 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 Writer
First Impressions

Over the past several days, MMORPG.com's Bill Murphy has been able to put in some quality playing time with Realtime Worlds' All Points Bulletin. Bill offers up his first impressions of APB, a cops and robbers MMO. Check it out!
Posted on 07/01/2010 by William Murphy
GDC First Look Part One - Pessimist

While at this year's Game Developer's Conference both Keith Cross and Laura Genender attended a seminar called "My First MMO". This seminar was about the upcoming MMO All Points Bulletin. While both Keith and Laura left the room impressed, Keith's impressions were pessimistic, while Laura's was through the roof enthusiastic. Today, we present both of their views as an MMORPG.com first look at APB.
Posted on 02/28/2008 by Keith Cross

Progress Reports

September Update

The Community Manager over at Realtime Worlds' upcoming MMORPG All; Points BUlletin (APB) has sent over a brand new update on the game's progress throughout the month of September, including implemented and not implemented fan suggestions.
Posted on 10/06/2008 by Jon Wood

Awards

2010 Awards: Biggest News Story

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 our final award, 2010's Biggest News Story.
Posted on 01/16/2011 by Drew Wood
2010 Awards: Biggest Disappointment

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 take a look at the Biggest Disappointment of 2010.
Posted on 01/06/2011 by Jon Wood
2010 Awards: Biggest News Story

In 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 biggest new stories and select the one that you believe created the most stir in 2010.
Posted on 12/07/2010 by Drew Wood
E3 2009 Awards

Find out who gets the hardware for Game of the Show and what other games took home honors in our 2009 MMORPG.com E3 Awards.
Posted on 06/24/2009 by Dana Massey

Columns

MMO Growing Pains

One of the thing that many of us realize is that the MMO-genre is a bit stale. Why is that when, at least according to our latest No Elves Allowed column, "the sky should have been the limit"? Find out and then let us know what you think!
Posted on 02/01/2012 by Cassandra Khaw
The Best & Worst of 2010

The 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 Murphy
Why Do MMOs Die?

In his latest "The Rant" column, MMORPG.com's resident ranter, Adam Janovyak, begins with a question: Why do MMOs die? He meanders through the money issue and the 'lack of interest' angle and finally comes to the real reason he believes MMOs die. Read "The Rant" and see if you agree with Adam's ultimate findings. Be sure to leave a rant of your own in the comments below.
Posted on 12/07/2010 by Guest Writer
Bring 'Em Back Live

In his latest Free Zone column, MMORPG.com columnist, Richard Aihoshi, takes a look at the rumored resurrection of All Points Bulletin by K2 Networks. Richard wonders if APB will finally live up to its potential when it's re-released as a F2P title later this year. Check out Richard's thoughts and then add yours to the mix on the forums.
Posted on 11/15/2010 by Richard Aihoshi
The Story of the Week

MMORPG.com Managing Editor Jon Wood has looked over all the stories that came out this week with a focus on MMOs. While Jon alludes to two others as noteworthy candidates, ultimately he landed upon the sale of stagnant MMO, All Points Bulletin. Check out what Jon has to say and let us know what you think in the forums.
Posted on 11/13/2010 by Jon Wood
What Went Wrong With APB

Bill Murphy's The List column this week takes a look at some possible reasons behind the sad news that Realtime Worlds is nearing bankruptcy. While APB seemed to be a promising cops and robbers MMO, the game seemed fraught with difficult issues that may have hastened Realtime Worlds' insolvency. Bill looks at APB's problems from a player perspective so see what you think and add your thoughts to What Went Wrong With APB.
Posted on 08/18/2010 by William Murphy
Top 10 Games of 2012

Jon breaks out his crystal ball and peers three years down the road. Which 10 games will dominate the market then?
Posted on 08/11/2009 by Jon Wood

System Focus

Enforcers vs Criminals

MMORPG.com APB Correspondent Cody Brunty writes this look at the two Cops and Robbers factions in the upcoming Realtime Worlds MMO All Points Bulletin.
Posted on 06/30/2009 by cody brunty