Monthly Archives: December 2009

Smart-Phone MMOs

Posted on Monday, 28 December 2009 by Ferrel

If there is one truth when it comes to gaming it is that our cell phones are becoming a bigger part of it every day. Casual games are finding their way into the hands of what we would previously consider … Continue reading →

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EQ2, a new start

Posted on Sunday, 27 December 2009 by Ferrel

A small group of Sodality members and I have decided to try something interesting when it comes to Everquest II. We’re going to truly put the term microcore to the test. This came about because our return to the game … Continue reading →

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The Multiverse Ep 3

Posted on Saturday, 26 December 2009 by Ferrel

It is time once again to listen to Chris, Riknas and I ramble on about things like we’re professionals! Join us for The Multiverse Episode 3 where we cover interesting topics like storytelling and immersion in MMOs. Be one of … Continue reading →

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A moment with Ferrel

Posted on Friday, 25 December 2009 by Ferrel

Quite some time ago RC from Grinding to Valhalla was kind enough to interview me. He came up with some wonderful questions and gave me some time to reflect on why I do some of the things I do. In … Continue reading →

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What is in a name?

Posted on Tuesday, 22 December 2009 by Ferrel

I’ve been accused of being an MMO elitist for numerous reasons. When I was enjoying a successful career as a hardcore raider and guild leader I pretty much heard every insult under the sun. I’ve even been called a group … Continue reading →

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Casual games worth playing

Posted on Friday, 18 December 2009 by Ferrel

Every once in a while I have to check in with my iPhone and talk about the wonders that I’ve discovered there. Sometimes I’ll find something new and exciting but generally I just stick to the same games that continue … Continue reading →

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Guild recruiting for the rest of us

Posted on Monday, 14 December 2009 by Ferrel

If there is anywhere that I am deficient as a guild leader it is in the recruitment department. It is the one aspect that I simply do not want to do and I am not very good at it. During … Continue reading →

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MMO Raids, is twelve the new twenty-four?

Posted on Friday, 11 December 2009 by Ferrel

In the WoW: Wrath of the Lich King expansion players were treated to a lot of two group content. This was due in part to how popular Karazhan proved to be. Similarly, I’ve found that the developers of EverQuest II … Continue reading →

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The Multiverse Episode 2

Posted on Wednesday, 9 December 2009 by Ferrel

As if we were professionals Chris, Riknas and I recorded our second podcast right on schedule! This time around we did a better job of avoiding extreme tangents and really focused in on our talking points so if you haven’t … Continue reading →

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