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Gamerfitnation: Star Wars: The Old Republic Preview

It seems as if the franchise has been in the works for a new title to come out on PC. Star Wars: The Old Republic has a twisted story line you have got to see.

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nicfurlong4991d ago

never been a star wars fan, but ill try anything once!

Brownghost4991d ago

cant wait me and my friends already getting are clan ready for this game

Zephol4991d ago

this game is so cool! cant wait!

Darkfiber4991d ago (Edited 4991d ago )

After a few betas, I can honestly say...it's an MMO. Without going into specifics to break NDA, I can say it's nothing new and nothing special whatsoever. Still all the old MMO problems that every MMO suffers from, and the added voice acting (which is the ONLY thing unique about it) seems good on paper but in reality, it just gets in the way...seriously, now you have to wait 10 minutes for someone to tell you to go kill 5 of this. Then an NPC tells you that you are "the galaxy's only hope" and you are so amazing and so strong in the force and master soandso thinks you are the greatest thing since sliced bread...then you go out in the world and realize that 100 jedis were just told the exact same thing, and have the exact same master, and are on the exact same quest to go kill the exact same infinitely respawning things.

Sure, it adds something interesting to the game, but it just makes all the problems with MMOs that much more evident. It tries to immerse you in story, but then instantly sucks you out of it the moment you step out of a conversation and into the world. It's extremely jarring after just a short time, and the entire time you play, you are wishing that you are playing either a single player game where your actions actually matter, or a regular MMO where you can just skip the quest text and not actually care about what you are doing.

Shadowaste4991d ago (Edited 4991d ago )

@dark

I agreed with you but....That is why I wait a few months into an mmo, let all the bugs get worked out, let the servers get better spreads, then when I come on with a friend or two, we are playing the early game content whilst 90% of the population in game has moved on to endgame and we "kind of" have the game to ourselves.

IMO this is the best way to experience an mmo for you or someone like you.

I enjoy mmo's on occasion and like getting into the lore and all that, it's more fun to do it at my own pace.

Also, as stated, the bugs are worked out, bugged areas are fixed and balance adjustments are made.

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LucasArts Co-founder David Fox Reflects on Four Decades in the Gaming Industry

In an era where pixels ruled the screen and creativity sparked the imagination, a few names stand out as trailblazers in the gaming industry – David Fox is undoubtedly among them. As a co-founder of LucasArts, Fox played a pivotal role in shaping the landscape of gaming, leaving an indelible mark with iconic titles that continue to resonate with players worldwide. Join Sector as he shares captivating stories about the birth of LucasArts and the enthralling narratives behind some of the industry's most beloved classics.

mastershredder493d ago

eh…Gilbert, Purcell Schaffer were the trail blazers in that crew. David, while he did do some stuff once, like a real long ass time ago is more like b-list personality that specializes in reminiscing and signing ops at a convention.

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Star Wars: The Old Republic Going Third-Party as BioWare Focuses on Mass Effect and Dragon Age

EA is nearing an agreement to move the ongoing development and operation of MMORPG Star Wars: The Old Republic from BioWare to third-party studio Broadsword Online Games, IGN has learned. The move is intended to allow BioWare to focus on Mass Effect and Dragon Age.

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Star Wars: The Old Republic Still Receiving Updates 11 Years Into Release

A new update for Star Wars: The Old Republic is coming out on PC and the patch notes provide us with an in-depth look at all the new changes.

PapaBop807d ago

I loved this game and have played since launch but don't let this article fool you, this game is a step above life support. While they are still technically updating the game, the updates are few and far between and there is a significant lack of quality control, so many little bugs that have been present for years.

TheColbertinator807d ago

The updates felt flimsy to me also. Stopped playing in 2021.

Andrew336807d ago

This game got a huge update last year didn't it with more content?

PapaBop807d ago

They promoted it as an expansion yet offered like 3-4 hours of content. The game is amazing and easily one of the best Star Wars games ever made but content drops are so few and far between.