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lotrlore

Joseph has been writing or podcasting about games in some form since about 2012. Having written for multiple major outlets such as IGN, Playboy, and more, Joseph started writing for MMORPG in 2015. When he's not writing or talking about games, you can typically find him hanging out with his 10-year old or playing Magic: The Gathering with his family. Also, don't get him started on why Balrogs *don't* have wings. You can find him on Twitter @LotrLore

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lotrlore
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July 2014
Last Active
April 2024
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Activision Blizzard's Workplace Practices Are Now Being Investigated By The SEC

The Wall Street Journal reported today that Activision Blizzard is now under investigation by The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). This investigation, according to WSJ sources, is looking into how the publisher has handled allegations by employees over sexual misconduct and discrimination within the workplace.


Witcher 3's Quest Design Lead Is Now Working On Riot's Upcoming MMO

Riot's upcoming MMO just got an experienced developer to join their team, as Mateusz Tomaszkiewicz announced via Twitter he would be setting up shop working on the anticipated MMO.


I'm Happy Newer MMOs Are Ditching The Cluttered UI Of MMOs Past

A discussion about the EVE Online Skill Plan UI got Bradford thinking about UI design in MMOs overall. Gone seemingly are the days of outrageously cluttered UI, in favor now for more minimalistic approaches. And Bradford is all for it.


MMORTS Kingdom Under Fire 2 Is Shutting Down On October 26

MMORTS Kingdom Under Fire 2 is shutting down in October, according to a new Steam announcement by Gameforge. The announcement states that the title, which released less than two years ago here in the West, would be shuttering on October 26th.


EVE Online: Is The New Player Experience Enough To Get Started?

Ever since Bradford first started covering EVE Online, there has been a refrain from devs and fans alike to improve the new player experience. Well, it's here, but does it set new capsuleers up for success?


Magic: The Gathering Arena Sees Big Update; New Innistrad: Midnight Hunt Set Released

It's rotation time in Standard, and Magic: the Gathering's digital offering, MTG Arena is seeing a massive update which hopefully will take care of some long-standing bugs, as well as make room for Innistrad: Midnight Hunt, which hit today.


Mechwarrior 5: Mercenaries' Next Expansion, Legend of the Kestrel Lancers, Coming September 23rd

The next expansion in the Mechwarrior series, Legend of the Kestrel Lancers, is coming to all platforms Mechwarrior 5: Mercenaries calls home this September 23rd.


Dual Blade Class Comes To MapleStory M In Latest Update

Mobile MMO MapleStory M has released its latest class into the game, this time debuting the rogue thief Dual Blade. To go along with the class release, the MMO is hosting an event to help players along their way with leveling up, as well as earn rewards.


Pearl Abyss Talks DokeV's Multiplayer Elements, Island Size In New Interview

DokeV made an appearance at gamescom's Opening Night Live, and it made more than a few fans with its cute - yet hauntingly realistic visuals, as well as confusion around whether it was an MMORPG or not. 


DC Universe Online Is Celebrating Batman Day With Free Gifts For All Players

Batman Day is upon us and DC Universe Online is getting into the festivities by giving away Batman-themed gifts in the super hero MMO. Dimensional Ink Games is giving both members and free-to-play players plenty of Batman stuff to play with from now through the end of the month.


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Corsair SABRE RGB PRO WIRELESS Champion Series Mouse Review

Bradford has had an off-and-on relationship with wireless gaming mice over the years, though that has changed a bit the last year he's been using a wireless mouse. How does Corsair's latest offering, the SABRE RGB PRO Wireless Champion Series, stack up compared to the rest of the competition, though, and does it make a compelling case for a tournament grade wireless offering?


Amazon Game Studios Brings In Alexandre Parizeau To Head Montreal Studio Working On New Competitive Multiplayer IP

Amazon Game Studios announced this morning that the company has brought on former Ubisoft Toronto Managing Director Alexandre Parizeau to head its new Montreal game studio. The studio itself will be working on a competitive multiplayer title set in a new IP.


Horse MMO Star Stable Online Celebrates 10 Years, Sees 40 Percent Surge In Registrations In 2020

Star Stable Online, the horse-themed MMO from Star Stable Entertainment, is celebrating its 10th anniversary. The MMO aimed at empowering girl gamers also notes that the game is still going strong, with 2020 seeing a surge in first-time registrations at the clip of a 40 percent increase.


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HyperX SoloCast USB Microphone Review

HyperX is back with a new microphone designed to provide stellar audio quality without breaking the bank. But does it fit the bill, or does its sub-$100 price point mean too much has been shaved off to make the SoloCast a viable option? Here is our review.


Activision Blizzard Employees Accuse Company Of 'Intimidation' In New Charge With National Labor Relations Board

Activision Blizzard employees have filed a charge with the National Labor Relations Board, accusing the publisher of both "intimidation and union busting" in the wake of the current ongoing lawsuit surrounding the gaming giant.