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      Blizzard takes the plunge into not-so-microtransactions

      November 4, 2009 /

      Pandaren Monk in WoW.Propriety be damned, Blizzard’s decided to enter the ugly world of microtransactions. In true Blizzard style, though, the transactions aren’t so micro. World of Warcraft players can now spend a completely ludicrous $10 on an in-game pet from the Blizzard Pet Store. For now there are just two, the Pandaren Monk and Lil K’T, but there are plans to add more in the future.

      As though to curb some of the backlash that no doubt comes with this release, Blizzard announced that the purchases of a Pandaren Monk from now to December 31st will result in a 50% donation to Make-A-Wish, courtesy of Blizzard. Your purchases of Lil K’T, on the other hand, will simply help the Blizzard CEO’s buy larger stakes in football franchises.

      Really I’m surprised it took this long. WoW has held out for nearly five years, leaving the fees to maintenance services like realm and faction changes. As the next generation of MMOs prepare for launch, it’s not at all surprising that Blizzard would look to get its dues from WoWs most dedicated players.

      Activision, MMO

      Blizzard bends you over the customization fence…again

      October 28, 2009 /

      WoW race change.Blizzard’s unveiled its latest scheme to boost profits from World of Warcraft in the face of declining subscriptions: race change. You no longer have to traipse about Azeroth wishing you had made your warrior a Tauren. You can finally pay to get the best arena racials without buying yet another account.

      The service costs $25, and only works for a change within your current faction. A faction change runs $30, though you obviously get a race change for free. Personally, this isn’t something I’d be spending money on, but it’s been a while since I’ve been in that unique state of WoW-drunk where almost anything seems reasonable.

      Though I wish for the people still playing that Blizzard would lump some of these customization fees together, I also realize people are paying for this crap, so it’s hard to blame Blizzard. At least let me say, I feel for you, crackheads. It’s tough to pay for stuff like this when you’re calling off work to grind out those last few levels.

      Activision, MMO

      Champions Online goes free to play this weekend

      October 25, 2009 /

      Champions Online hero.If Halloween isn’t really your thing or you just prefer to dress up a digital version of yourself, you’re about to have a great weekend. Instead of running around in a drunken costumed craze, Cryptic will allow you to play Champions Online for free.

      The free weekend is part of a promotion for the game’s first patch, Blood Moon. If you don’t remember from my original spot, the game adds the typical Halloween horror to your online experience: zombies, werewolves, a demonic lord parading about. Sounds like a blast if you ask me.

      Deals, MMO

      September was a great month for MMOs

      October 21, 2009 /

      Aion angel flying.The NPD numbers are in for September showing strong sales among MMOs in the PC market. NCSoft’s Aion topped the list, bumping last month’s Sims 3 down a slot. Third and fourth went to Champions Online and Wrath of the Lich King respectively, and the Collector’s Edition of Aion. took fifth.

      Aside from the MMO scene, the list was dominated by older titles and smaller games. September wasn’t set to be a huge month for blockbuster titles, regardless of the fact that most of the major Q4 releases have been pushed to 2010. Any time Nancy Drew: Ransom of the Seven Ships is in the top 20, you know it’s been a slow month. Here’s the full list:

        1. Aion
        2. The Sims 3
        3. Champions Online
        4. World Of Warcraft: Wrath of the Lich King Expansion Pack
        5. Aion Collector’s Ed
        6. Mumbo Jumbo Assortment
        7. The Sims 2 Double Deluxe
        8. World Of Warcraft: Battle Chest
        9. Reel Deal Slots Treasures Of The Far East
        10. World Of Warcraft
        11. Spore
        12. Grand Theft Auto IV
        13. Starcraft: Battle Chest
        14. Zuma’s Revenge
        15. World Of Warcraft: Burning Crusade Expansion Pack
        16. Batman: Arkham Asylum
        17. Reel Deal Slots Adventure
        18. Nancy Drew: Ransom Of The Seven Ships
        19. Civilization IV: Complete Ed
        20. The Sims 2 University Life Collection

      MMO, News, PC

      Blizzard COO Buys A Chunk Of The Steelers

      September 27, 2009 /

      Blizzard COO Paul Sams.Blizzard COO Paul Sams has reportedly gotten into the football business, and I’m not talking about a Madden competitor. No, Sams and his family are listed as one among ten of the new joint owners of the Pittsburgh Steelers franchise. The news came courtesy of the Steelers’ official website, which gives a quick bio for both Sams and his wife.

      I guess when you’re at the top of a company whose biggest title has 11 million subscribers and sits on the verge of another expansion, whose critically acclaimed RTS has an upcoming sequel, and whose dungeon masher is about to become a trilogy you simply have more money than god and can buy just about whatever you want. That includes Super Bowl champions.

      Activision, News

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