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Soul Master closing down for redesign, scheduled to return in 2011
Soul Master, an action MMORTS from GamesCampus, has announced that it will be joining the ranks of shuttered MMOs on November 16th. In something of a departure from your typical MMO shutdown, the notice on the free-to-play title's official website states that the game is tentatively scheduled to be re-launched in the summer of 2011 after it has been completely reworked. The current build is "not sufficient to meet our standards in both the direction we feel game development should go and the quality of the experience we feel is deserved by the player community," says the announcement. The statement also hints at Soul Master's resurrection in six to eight months, one that will apparently feature a more traditional style of MMO character progression. Check out all the details on the official website.
New Soul Master trailer highlights battle
Soul Master has been in open beta for almost a week now, and the latest trailer gives us a more extensive view of battle than we've had before, while hinting at some exciting options for alliances. The game is designed to be an action-oriented MMORTS, and while there's certain to be an emphasis on strategy and planning, the gameplay we see in the trailer looks to be pretty fast-paced. There is talk of never fighting alone, units rushing to you in battle, and deadly attacks -- the blending of RTS and action seems to be coming along nicely. Follow along after the jump for the latest look at Soul Master.
Soul Master begins open beta
Soul Master bills itself as a "genre-bending, free-to-play MMORTS," offering players MMORPG-style control over their characters while maintaining a style of RTS gameplay. Can they deliver? Well, that's an answer that will vary from player to player, but the best way to find out is to try it for yourself. Current closed beta testers have been enjoying the game, but now GamesCampus is ready for the next step. Open beta testing begins for Soul Master today, so anyone who wants to give the game a try can sign up and join the testing. If you've been participating in the closed beta, there will be a character wipe, so this is your chance to start fresh and check out the new and improved version of Soul Master.
Soul Master entering closed beta tomorrow
Looking to mix up your MMO gaming, maybe with a dash of real-time strategy? Soul Master might be the game for you, and the free-to-play MMORTS hybrid from GamesCampus is entering closed beta on July 22nd. The beta period will last through August 4th, and you can grab a key at the official website. Soul Master features player-created structures, command units, and progression through various technology trees, all in service of a traditional persistent MMO character as well as team and FFA PvP. The game also features a robust itemization system that allows for skill and statistical bonuses to everything from the player's avatar, to their buildings, production capabilities, and RTS units. "The fast-paced combat in Soul Master combines the high-speed action of a character vs. character brawler with the tactical elements of squad-based RTS," says GamesCampus Marketing and Business Development VP David Chang.
GamesCampus releases new Soul Master screenshots
The developers of upcoming free-to-play MMORTS Soul Master announced earlier this year that they were planning for a closed beta test "this summer." They've now narrowed that window down to July, so if F2P MMORTS is your preferred brand of gaming, you don't have much longer to wait. GamesCampus has given us a taste of what's to come in that first beta test with a new round of screenshots. The screenshots illustrate the tier 1-4 units of the three classes that will be available in the first closed beta test: BearCat, Knight, and Priest. Check out the gallery for a first look at these classes, and if you're not signed up for the beta, visit the Soul Master site to do so. %Gallery-93740%
Mapping the way to the Soul Master closed beta
With tons of MMO options available, players are looking for fun and interesting mechanics that might well scratch their gaming itch. That's why the folks at Gamescampus are hoping that their shiny new action MMORTS, Soul Master, will catch players' eyes by offering lots of interesting new maps and challenges to differentiate it from your everyday hack-and-slash game. As the closed beta is set to start "this summer" we're guessing that players won't have too much longer to wait before we start to hear more about this upcoming title. With most of the mechanics sounding very similar to regular RTS games (creating your own defensive and offensive units, resource gathering, producing upgrades, etc.) and talk of MMO-style raiding thrown in, it's still a bit early to say just precisely where this will land on the MMO spectrum. Nonetheless, we do have a handful of shiny new images featuring different maps and monsters in the gallery below for you to check out. Alternatively, if you'd prefer a taste of the action up-front, there's also a video embedded behind the break for your viewing pleasure. In either case, if you're an RTS-fiend who wants to see just how far down the MMO rabbit-hole this particular game goes, you can head over to the Soul Master site and sign up for the closed beta. %Gallery-93740%
Soul Master MMORTS announced
The free-to-play MMO market just got a bit more crowded as GamesCampus has announced its forthcoming MMORTS called Soul Master. The game looks to innovate by marrying traditional Hero units from the real-time strategy genre with the level of individual style and character control commonly found in MMORPGs. "Soul Master is unlike anything else currently out there and definitely what players have been waiting for," said GameCampus' David Chang. The game, scheduled to enter closed beta testing in June, will feature resource-driven RTS combat and progression in addition to persistent individual character development. GamesCampus promises fast-paced combat, likening the experience to "the high-speed action of a character versus character brawler and the tactical elements of a squad-based RTS." Additionally, the game is set to feature robust PvP content as well as boss raids, co-op missions, and various scenario modes for PvE players. Stay with Massively for further Soul Master coverage as we get closer to the beta test, and don't forget to check out the teaser trailer after the cut.
Soul Master to be published in Europe by gamigo
gamigo, a leading publisher of FTP online games, announced its latest creation called Soul Master. "We are excited to announce that we will be the exclusive European publisher of Soul Master," says gamigo executive board member Patrick Streppel. "Soul Master provides a unique gameplay experience that combines strategy and role-play, fitting perfectly into our broad portfolio of free-to-play online games." In Soul Master, an entirely mission-based world, three factions duke it out for the right to rule all. Inside cities players will find a place to meet and to get quests, something the developer claims to have no shortage of. Besides just running through missions to build up a character, however, players will be attempting to capture resources that will aid them in building up a base and growing an army. There will be no lack of PvP, either, as players will be able to fight other Soul Masters in PvP battles and in guild wars that are going to be an "absolute highlight" of the experience. Expected to be released in the third quarter of 2010, Soul Master will be staying in the tradition of gamigo's other titles and remaining completely free-to-play. Join me after the jump for a trailer and some more game highlights.
