Legacy of Holy Castle Open Goes into Open Beta

After the successful CBT, The Legacy of Holy Castle entered its wonderful Open Beta on June 5. As the Open Beta launches, the more Online Events will be open at the same time .

1. Free Blessing of the Gods
From the Myth times, all the gods have been guarding this continent, until today, the gods still bless the braves of this continent. The castles which obtain the bless of the gods will be get the tremendous economic and time advantage.

All the players who start our game within one week from the beginning of the Open Beta will get the Blessing from four gods. the blessing time will remain for one week.

The four gods: Demeter, Prometheus, Kronos, Arthemis.

2. Invite Your Friend
Invite your friends to join our game, and play together. You will obtain 100 Gems as a rewards, if area of the castle, which belongs to the one you recommended, reaches 100 in the Open Beta.

3. Zodiacs lucky days
From the Open Beta open, 12 Zodiacs lucky days system will be launched, each player each day can obtain one lucky Zodiac for that day, but there is no a particular order of the lucky days.

4. Top Three Rewards
The credit of the castle signify the development of every castle, the higher credit is the higher level of the construction and the technology.

After the Open Beta launch, the first three castles which credits reach the 2000 points will get the special GEM rewards.

The Champion: 150 GEM
Second place: 120 GEM
Third place: 100 GEM

5. Hero Top Ten
In The Legacy of Holy Castle ,every powerful lords must have a strong hero to assist, so the hero's ability will reflect strength of the lords partially.

After 24 hours from Open Beta launch, the top 10 of the Hero Rank will get the Hero TopTen rewards.

Rank 1-5 Adventure Scorll * 60
Rank 6-10 Adventure Scorll * 40

6. Tournaments Hero
Tournaments is one of the most interesting entertainment activities of The Legacy of Holy Castle, you can challenge all the online players' castles, and the result of the challenge will only affect the Honor of the hero, won't affect the credit, the resource, and the attribute of the hero.

After 24 hours from Open Beta launch, the top 10 of the Hero Rank will get the Hero TopTen rewards .

(Click "Tournaments", you can see the rank of the hero. if you want your hero showed in the rank list, please set that hero as the defend, and don't send him/her to do any mission.) The rewards only for the hero who is online and in the rank, the one who is offline or do a mission will not appear in the rank.
Wonderful game and events is waiting for you. Welcome to join the Open Beta, good luck!.

Soulcalibur IV - Secret Apprentice artwork

Screenshots featuring the Secret Apprentive out of Star Wars: The Force Unleashed, newly revealed as a guest character.

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Top 10 Xbox 360 Games For Your Girlfriend

Indeed, there is a social stigma that goes along with being a gamer that seems to be at its worst when dealing with the fairer sex.

It’s clear that there are female gamers out there, but unfortunately the majority of them just don’t have a spot in their life for a 360.

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Age of Conan - sells a million No 1 in all markets

Standard edition sold out in numerous territories, hundreds of thousands additional copies now shipping Officially number one on the charts in all major markets -

Age of Conan will pass the astounding “One Million Copies Shipped” milestone, in less than three weeks after the launch of the game.

Due to overwhelming demand Funcom’s retail partner is now re-supplying retail boxes rapidly while also including new markets to the mix. As a result of the tremendous interest from gamers, Age of Conan has for the past few weeks been claiming number one spots on the sales charts across the western world – including the US, Germany, France and the UK – while receiving glowing review scores from gaming media.

“Sales data shows that Age of Conan is the biggest MMO launch since World of Warcraft,” says Funcom Vice President of Sales and Marketing, Morten Larssen. “The numbers are very promising, and we are very proud to be one of the fastest selling PC games ever in a launch month and the biggest simultaneous Europe/US MMO launch in history.”

In the US, Age of Conan has a strong # 1 chart position and is now moving past the 500.000 shipped mark. Meanwhile the attention for the game is growing across the globe, with over 8 million unique visitors from over 200 countries to the Age of Conan websites so far in 2008. The community surrounding the game is also growing fast, with over 800,000 signing up as members of the Clan of Conan fan club.


Age of Conan was launched May 20th in the US and May 23rd in Europe, receiving critical acclaim from media across the globe. “Age of Conan has raised the bar,” wrote US gaming website Gamezone, giving the game a score of 94 out of 100. Gamespot, one of the world’s leading gaming websites, rewarded Age of Conan a 8,5 score calling it “one of the finest online RPGs available”. The game is also receiving acclaim in Europe, where a broad range of early reviews gave an average score of over 90 percent. Funcom is committed to continue to expand and improve on the game by adding more content, features and fixes in order to make Hyboria a favorite place for gamers across the globe, and players can expect some exciting news in the weeks and months ahead.

Urban Rivals the world's busiest online trading card game, introduce a new clan

Urban Rivals the world's busiest online trading card game, introduce a new clan to the captivating game world. 'Shiver me timbers' here come the Piranas!

Urban Rivals has released a new clan into the crazy world of Clint City.

Hailing from a watery past The Piranas spent a long time gallivanting about the high seas seeking booty and fortune, before Captain Bloodh dropped anchor in the bay of Clint City. The Piranas have been enjoying a well deserved break on dry land taking advantage of the relaxed way of life in the City. They've made many friends and foes with their antics and are having so much fun they don't want to leave, so instead they will stay and join the battle.

Six new character cards for the Pirana clan were released today and are available in booster packs from the Urban Rivals online shop.

The new characters include:

• “Katan” a knife throwing legend.

• “Hawkins” whose family owned Sharky Burger where he grew up listening to the weird and wonderful stories of the Pirate clan, only to join up with them years later.

• “Spycee” the clans cook and a dab hand at turning literally nothing into a tasty meal, he’s also very useful with a knife and rumours abound of his past as a pirate captain.

• We also have “Mayhem” and his assistant in the cannon firing department, “Smokey”. Mayhem is only interested in sinking other ships and with Smokey on his team they have an impressive tally.

• And finally we have “Rhed” who dreamed of joining the Piranas from a young age but had to disguise herself as a boy to be accepted. Once fully integrated into the clan she revealed her true identity and no-one disputes her being one of the team.

Closed beta for PC game - Stone Age 2 launched

Closed beta of the highly anticipated free-2-play massive-multiplayer RPG, Stone Age 2.

Set in the prehistoric ages, Stone Age 2 brings a mixture of dinosaurs of unimaginable heights and invisible spirits who help humans roam altered terrains such as dungeons and arid desserts.

Catch cute dinosaur pals and raise them to be battle masters and fight primeval threats alongside friendly allies. Duel against other players and creatures by building up your team with a combination of over 200 dinosaur species – each with unique personalities and special abilities. Enter your dinosaur pals into battle tournaments or just ride them around town.

Players can interact with Game Masters – who run events in-game, to make a world in Stone Age 2 from chatting online, making new friends and even create a guild. Players can decorate your personal home den and live stylishly. Invite friends over for Jurassic tea, then go out and discover new species of wooly and saber-toothed animals together.



Here’s what some Aeria Games players have mentioned about Stone Age 2:

"StoneAge2 is an amazingly unique game. The pet system is the prime part and should keep people hooked with a virtually unlimited combination of pets to please everyone." -Toastngravy

"After beta testing most of the Cute Casual MMORPG of 2008, Stone Age 2 is the only one I believe will be a bigger hit then Maplestory!" -Nameless524

“If my employers knew how much I played this game during work hours, I would probably get fired!!! OOPS! Did I say that out loud???” -SupermanOX

"Ach! Mein Stone Age Twozen ist der best dinosaur-based kasual MMO I haff ever seen! De kraftwerk is amazing, und the munsters are vell-animated!" -ittoujuu

“Look out, Pokemon ... Stone Age 2 raises the bar for monster-catching games everywhere with a wide range of pet-player interactions.”
- cenic5

“I was not one of the first two thousand people to apply, because of this I cannot yet play this interesting game and I'll be crying myself to sleep tonight.” -Persiangato

“We got dinosaurs ... as pets! Many many dinosaurs! Many many pets! How awesome is that?! 'Nuff said.” -Liddokun

"Club swingin' dinosaur ridin' hi-fashion fur wearin’, casual fun for everyone” -MoonBunnie

For more information on closed beta for Stone Age 2, please visit http://stoneage2.aeriagames.com.

Pixeline and the Mirror of Dreams - on Nintendo DS

Published by KREA Media, "Pixeline and the Mirror of Dreams" takes the well-known Pixeline children’s character through her first adventures on Nintendo DS. In order to find the missing Mr. Hak and the mirror of dreams, Pixeline must travel through 11 worlds in the Pixieland universe, interact with a number of different personalities, buy and sell items, and play through 14 fun touch- and microphone enabled mini-games.

Thomas Nielsen, CEO of Progressive Media explains the strategy behind the move on to the console scene: "We're determined to evolve Progressive Media into one of the worlds leading independent cross-platform game specialists, and our move into Nintendo DS is a big step in that direction.".

He continues, "We're already working with ambitious partners to bring out new titles across j2me, BREW, online social communities, PC downloadable, Xbox Live Arcade and now Nintendo DS - And we'll be making more announcements on both iPhone and Android later this year."

"The in-house technology we've built over the past years allows us to cost-effectively develop and launch across multiple platforms, positioning us as an attractive development partner for what we believe will provide the most growth for the games market: fun, easily digestible games, available to consumers for a number of different platforms, through a number of different approaches to distribution", he adds.

Battlefront.com announce - Empires of Steel turn-based game of world conquest.

Empires of Steel is a turn-based game of world conquest set in the 20th century. Players command various ground, armored, naval and airforce units against up to 20 human or computer-controlled (Artificial Intelligence) opponents.

Empires of Steel uses a simultaneous turn-resolution system, better known in gaming as 'We-Go'. You can form alliances, capture and trade precious resources, research new technologies, and of course form huge invasion fleets and armies to conquer your opponents.

Empires of Steel was built from the ground up with multi-player in mind, and includes voice and text chat systems, matchmaking features, and even a download system for mods, maps, and custom unit sets all integrate d seamlessly into the game! Single-play against the the Artificial Intelligence Computer Opponent is of course fully supported as well – be prepared to see the computer declare war against you, or offer you a trade!

Conquest and exploration
At the start of each game you can either load a pre-generated map (such as a real world global map), or you can create a completely random map based on your preferences for land mass and other parameters. The map can either be fully revealed to all players at the start, or you can play in exploration mode, and lift the fog of the the unknown as you discover new lands and valuable resources as well as potential enemies, turn after turn.

Global domination
You need to conquer resources such as Oil, Crops, Steel, or Gold to fuel your production and infrastructure as well as technological research. Aggresive players can declare wars to fight for resources, and cunning players can estabish alliances to trade for them.

Technology race
The game features an extensive technology tree starting from pre-World War One era units all the way to futuristic nuclear and satellite techs. Clever investments into technology will put you ahead in the race for global dominance.

Resource-management
You decide what to produce and when, how to upgrade your cities and armies, how to defend your territory and when and where to strike against your enemies. A typical game can be played in under an hour, or it can last days.

Tactics and strategy
Build up your armies and employ your land, sea and air (and space!) forces to defeat your enemies and establish an undisputed Global Empire!

Official games website


Empires of Steel is currently in development and is scheduled for a release in early 2009.

Call Of Duty 4 - Modern Warfare Windows PC Map Pack Available Now

NVIDIA New Maps Free Download through nZone.com

New battle zones are emerging on the Windows PC front and Activision, is putting out the call for new recruits starting today as Infinity Ward’s Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare Variety Map Pack for Windows PC is now available online. Sponsored by NVIDIA, the Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare Variety Map Pack is available for download, free of charge. For updates about download destinations, visit: www.charlieoscardelta.com or www.nzone.com.

The Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare Variety Map Pack features four new multiplayer maps including “Broadcast,” featuring tight corridors and wide open parking lots where large groups will utilize close-quarter fighting and strategic maneuvers; “Chinatown” where night battles well lit by the full moon can play havoc against a backdrop of brightly colored lamps, antique shops and neon signs of the local district; “Killhouse,” a desolate warehouse under enemy attack where squads will need to move through building mock-ups and plywood walls in order to take control of the combat arena; and “Creek,” a wide open village in a heavily wooded area where battles are fought among high ridgelines and deep in underground caves.

“We are delighted to reward GeForce owners with this fantastic new map pack from Infinity Ward,” said Roy Taylor, vice president of content relations at NVIDIA. “This is our way of saying thanks to Activision for an incredible game and also our way to give something back to the PC gaming community. Now go download it from nzone.com and I’ll see you online!”

Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare is rated 16+ by PEGI for Violence and Strong Language. Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare is included in NVIDIA’s The Way It’s Meant To Be Played program.

Guitar Hero III: Legends of Rock - Five song packs available to download this month.

Coming to a console near you, living room rock stars will soon be able to shred to an assortment of new master tracks on Activision, Guitar Hero III - Legends of Rock with five new song packs releasing throughout the month of June. Two of the five packs will let gamers rock out with three headline acts from the Isle of Wight festival and tunes from the timeless rock icon, Motörhead.

Reliving one of the most memorable performances of the 2007 Isle of Wight festival, Kasabian’s master recording of “Shoot the Runner” joins 2008 headliners The Sex Pistols and Kaiser Chiefs in the Isle of Wight pack. Available on June 12th, the track pack also features Kaiser Chief’s “I Predict a Riot” which climbed all the way to #9 on the UK Singles Chart. The Sex Pistols, who went into the studio for the first time in 30 years to re-record “Anarchy in the U.K.” specifically for Guitar Hero III: Legends of Rock, round out the track pack with a live rendition of “Problems,” recorded during their 30th anniversary tour stop at Brixton Academy in London.

In anticipation of Motorhead’s new album, on June 5, 2008 players can shred to the band’s legendary hits “We Are the Road Crew,” “Stay Clean” and their first single, the self-titled “Motörhead.”

Both track packs will be available on Xbox LIVE Marketplace for Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and PLAYSTATION Store for the PLAYSTATION 3 computer entertainment system.

Novastrike - explosive arcade shooter on Playstation Networ

Novastrike will be available on PlayStation Network today.

“We’re definitely very pleased to finally finish NOVASTRIKE for the PlayStation 3 computer entertainment system – it’s been quite a journey getting here as an independent developer and first-time publisher,” said Kevin McCann, president and creative director of Tiki Games. “NOVASTRIKE is also going to be the first self-published game on the PLAYSTATION Network – so for other independent developers out there, we’re living proof that it’s definitely possible to self-publish a game on the PLAYSTATION Network.”

Hardened shooter veterans will find a wealth of options in their arsenal in NOVASTRIKE, a sci-fi war zone that pits players against an onslaught by the world-conquering Draelus. From the cockpit of their experimental Scythe fighter, able pilots will utilize free-roaming flight and multiple weapon variations to combat an armada of alien forces in the air and on land. With ship and weapon upgrades, and a slew of allied units, players of NOVASTRIKE will engage the Draelus in a variety of planetary environments, completing objectives and facing fearsome opponents in their fight to drive back the invasion.

NOVASTRIKE Features:

• Seven expansive challenging stages driven by objective-based goals
• Free-roaming flight: there aren’t any rails here, so players can fly in any direction
• Progressive weapon acquisition and upgrade system: as the player collects weapon drops from enemy ships the weapons themselves become available to the Scythe – there are nine base weapon systems, each with three subsequent upgrade levels
• Air and ground targets: two separate weapon systems allow the player to combat both air and ground opponents
• Multi-sectioned enemies where individual components can be destroyed; for example, carriers have hangars that launch fighters – these hangars can be destroyed independently of destroying the Carrier preventing the Carrier from launching additional fighters
• Multitude of enemies and environments: players combat enemy fighters, bombers, kamikazes, aces, carriers, and destroyers, all leading to an end-boss fight
• You’re not alone: friendly fighters, bombers, and destroyers will aid you in your efforts to vanquish the Draelus invasion
• DualShock 3 support
• Continuing support: Tiki Games will be developing additional content for NOVASTRIKE throughout 2008

Ferrari Challenge Trofeo Pirelli for PLAYSTATION 3 - PlayStation 2 - Wii and DS

The forthcoming release of Ferrari Challenge Trofeo Pirelli throughout North America. Ferrari Challenge Trofeo Pirelli will hit shelves late summer 2008 for PLAYSTATION 3 and PlayStation 2 computer entertainment systems, Wii, and Nintendo DS.

“Without a doubt, this is the defining Ferrari experience for video games,” said Mark Cale, CEO at System 3. “It has been a collaboration with professionals on every level and we’ve truly captured the power, beauty, and excitement that is the Ferrari Challenge Series. This excitement is taken to a whole new level with the partnership of Activision’s power within the North American marketplace.”

“For the last sixty years Ferrari has been synonymous with precision, performance and elegant design, so expectations for the game will be high from auto enthusiasts and racing game fans alike,” said Dave Oxford, Activision Publishing. “Everyone involved in Ferrari Challenge Trofeo Pirelli has been dedicated to ensuring this product over-delivers on the experience of this legendary brand.”

Ferrari Challenge Trofeo Pirelli is a visual powerhouse with a racing style that is fast and accessible, yet the feel is more “sim” than arcade. It includes over 15 international racing circuits along with multiple gameplay modes such as Ferrari Challenge Seasons, Time Trial, Quick Race, and Endurance. Racing can be taken online with up to 16 players in a variety of challenges including circuits, hill climbs, and more.


Downloadable content will be continually released for the Ferrari Challenge Trofeo Pirelli community, and the official team and car rosters can be updated at the start of each season to reflect real-world lineups. Moreover, downloadable cars, tracks and customization options will be made available on a monthly basis to keep ravenous Ferrari fans satisfied.

System 3 and Activision will showcase Ferrari Challenge Trofeo Pirelli on PLAYSTATION 3 to the public for the first time at the Montreal Grand Prix from June 6th - 8th, 2008.

There will be playable kiosks open to the all attendees in the Fan Zone.

Wolf Of The Battlefield - Commando 3 on Xbox Live Arcade + Playstation network

Purchase Wolf of the Battlefield - Commando 3 and Become Eligible For SUPER STREET FIGHTER II TURBO HD REMIX Beta Test on XBLA

Wolf of the Battlefield - Commando 3 is now available for download on PLAYSTATION Network and will be available June 11, 2008 on Xbox LIVE Arcade. Wolf of the Battlefield - Commando 3 takes the same no-holds barred spirit its predecessors had and delivers next-gen graphics and a furious cooperative shooter experience for a new generation of shooter fans. Wolf of the Battlefield - Commando 3 is rated Teen by the Entertainment Software Ratings Board (ESRB) and is available for 800 Microsoft Points or $9.99 on PLAYSTATION Network.

Additionally, Xbox LIVE Gold subscribers who purchase Wolf of the Battlefield - Commando 3 will become eligible to participate in the SUPER STREET FIGHTER II TURBO HD REMIX beta test. The final version of Super Street Fighter II Turbo HD Remix will be available for Xbox LIVE Arcade and PLAYSTATION Network later this year.



As the spiritual successor to the Commando and Mercs classic shooter series, Wolf of the Battlefield™: Commando 3 brings some serious nonstop blasting action to the digital download space befitting the games renowned lineage. Players will assume the role of a rag-tag group of specialized soldiers, each with their own unique characteristics, who take on General Ratiev, a tyrannical despot pent on global shenanigans. Thankfully, players won’t be alone on this seemingly impossible mission; up to three players can enjoy the classic arcade-style shooter simultaneously on a single console or online. Wolf of the Battlefield - Commando 3 also compensates for the co-op multiplayer mode by dynamically shifting difficulty levels based on the number of players in the game, ensuring that the game always poses a challenge.

With a soundtrack created by Norihiko Hibino, famous for his work on the Metal Gear soundtrack, a wide arsenal of devastating weapons, controllable co-op vehicles, 4 default levels of difficulty, and a comprehensive scoring system and online leaderboards, Wolf of the Battlefield™: Commando 3 is guaranteed to bring more action than you can sink your teeth into.

New Duke Nukem Forever Footage Released

As promised, the first episode of the Jace Hall Show contains the first smidgen of gameplay footage from 3D Realms' long, long anticipated shooter Duke Nukem Forever.

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English demo released of Belief & Betrayal

First ever English language playable demo for their highly anticipated and enthralling conspiracy Adventure game Belief & Betrayal. 

The demo will introduce players to the main character, Jonathan Danter, a young tabloid journalist from New York City, who is thrust into a ten year old cold case murder investigation, which is somehow linked to a deep conspiracy reaching back to 1194 A.D. In the full version of the game, players will take on the role of two other characters: Katrin McKendal, a gutsy scholar of ancient languages, and Damien, a low-key computer expert. 

Belief & Betrayal is scheduled to hit store shelves across the United Kingdom, Scandinavia and Benelux territories on June 20, 2008. This point-and-click Adventure game on PC DVD-ROM is Windows Vista compatible.

To download the demo, visit: www.lighthouse-interactive.com

To find out more about ‘Belief & Betrayal’ and to keep up with the latest news on the game, visit www.beliefandbetrayal-game.com and www.lighthouse-interactive.com.

GAME SUMMARY

As journalist Jonathan Danter, you discover that a ten year old murder is somehow part of a greater mystery that could destroy humanity itself. Filled with baffling plot twists and conspiracy theories, you must uncover the mystery that reaches back through history from 1194 A.D. to the time Judas received 30 pieces of silver to betray Christ.



Travel to exotic locations throughout Europe including: London, Venice, Rome and the Vatican, to uncover skeletons hidden deep within the closets of some of the most powerful leaders around the World.

FEATURES

• Play as 3 different characters throughout the game to solve the mystery
• Find lost ancient manuscripts and decipher mind-boggling codes and symbols
• Explore stunning environments and incredibly re-created historic locations
• Strong action/adventure storyline creates a compelling gameplay experience
• Use the memories and thoughts of the intriguing cast of characters to solve puzzles and expose dark mysteries
• Game based on historical events though the story is pure fiction
• Easy to navigate 3rd person point & click interface using the Virtools engine

MINIMUM SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

OS: Windows 2000 / XP / Vista
CPU: 1 GHz Intel Pentium processor or AMD Athlon processor
RAM: 512 MB (1 GB recommended for Windows Vista)
Video: 64 MB DirectX 9.0c compatible or better video card
PC CD-ROM: 4x (or PC DVD-ROM drive)
Sound: DirectX 9.0c compatible sound card
Available Hard Disk Space: 2 GB
DirectX: 9.0c
Other: Mouse, Keyboard and Speakers

Free-to-Play MMOG StoneAge 2 - go hunt dinosaurs

StoneAge 2 sends gamers hunting dinosaurs

Free-to-Play MMOG in an imaginative Stone Age setting

Even the Stone Age will go online soon. In StoneAge 2 Anime and Manga fans will discover a fanciful online world for their home computers. Besides the interaction between human players, the relationship between the characters and their pets, constitutes an essential game-play element. The skills of these cute companions and their capability to learn are decisive factors in determining the outcome of the turn-based fights.

Players will be able to download StoneAge 2 completely free of charge and play permanently with no monthly fees. The open beta of the localized German version will most likely start in late summer 2008. Other European language versions are in development. Interested players can find information and screenshots on the brand new German teaser site www.stoneage2.de. Historians and Manga fans can pre-register right away for the upcoming beta and will then receive all news about StoneAge 2.

In the land before time - StoneAge 2
Primeval spirits, mythical beings and dinosaurs once roamed the lovingly animated world of StoneAge 2. But since the mysterious disappearance of the mighty dinosaurs, aggressive and evil creatures have taken over the world. Hunting, gathering and defending their soil now dominate the everyday life of the Manga characters. Players fan out from their individual housing to look for food and resources. Fortunately for them, the pets stand by their sides with their unique fighting and healing talents. Players will attentively take care of their virtual companions. With good upbringing and training some might even be used as mounts. Hobby Neanderthals can choose from almost 200 pets and even create their own unique creature as a loyal escort. Before StoneAge 2, the Japanese developing studio DigiPark had already successfully operated its predecessor in China, Korea and Japan with almost 10 millions of players. You can find further information and pictures on www.stoneage2.de.

Features of StoneAge 2

- Free online role-playing game
- Turn-based fights
- 12 different main characters
- Sophisticated and extensive pet system: almost 200 pets to choose from, which can communicate with their owners via e-mail
- Pets can be used as mounts
- Breeding of your own Pets
- Housing system with furnishing and possible relocation
- Guild system with guild events and guild housing
- PvP and tournament system (PVP duells)
- Battles against boss characters
- Weather system with impact on the world
- Item crafting: create your own equipment
- Egg laying function: Pets can father offspring
- Integrated item shop
- In-game chat and blog system