There are many different types of MMO players, ranging from the casual to the super hardcore. Whether you’re into just questing and doing your own thing or being on the cutting edge of progression contents, many MMOs seek to offer a little something for everyone. Despite our differences, however, many players have one thing in common: we want to look super cool. Maybe there are some players that could literally be looking at a bunch of boxes and windows and have a blast (I’m looking at you, EVE Online devotees), but most of us want to play the hero, and it makes sense to want to look the part. MMOs offer a wide range of gear choices, ranging from the plain rags we usually start off with to the often ridiculously over-designed pieces from raids at max level. When it comes down to it, however, all those pieces of gear are just icing, and if the cake is crappy it doesn’t really matter. We need our characters themselves to look cool, and Revelation Online doesn’t really offer many choices that make me go “Oh cool!”, something that should change for a wider appeal.
In the character creator for Revelation online you’re presented with several choices that make it seem like there’s character customization but the choices can be summarized in a line or two. You can be a big beefy dude, a skinny dude, a skinny woman, or a loli-esque “cute” girl character. This is something that we’ve seen a lot from a lot of asian MMOs (especially the Loli characters which honestly kinda creep me out). Why don’t I have more options, though? Where are the non-human characters that add a little more diversity to a sea of humans? Tera is infamous for it’s Loli race the Elin, but even Tera gives us options like the Popori, the Baraka, and the Amani. Revelation Online gives us only a few different options – all of which are human. You can’t even necessarily choose the body type you want. Do you want to be a big muscular Spiritshaper? Too bad, because the developer has decided to stick to the cliche of frail and physically delicate casters so you’re stuck with a waif of a character no matter what gender you decide on.
What’s funny is that I really don’t feel like it would take much to add more playable races into the game. You’d think that with only humans available to play that the world of Revelation Online would be inhabited pretty much exclusively by humans, but there’s a rich selection of races, all of which would make a cool addition to the game’s character creation. Since I don’t want to come across as whiny without the constructive part of criticism, I’ve listed a few races I think would be great additions to the cast of playable characters.
The Volopine
I really feel like Revelation Online needs some cute, cuddly, furry characters. When I played TERA I was a Popori whenever I had the option. The Volopine present in Revelation Online would be a perfect addition of furry cuteness as playable characters. From the Revelation Online main site:
“Volopine males look similar to raccoons on two legs, while the females look very much human in comparison, bar the giveaway detail that is their raccoon ears. This may or may not be related to their uncanny gift of transformation and illusion-weaving. If that wasn’t enough, they are also exceptional masters of brewery to boot.”
Falmari
A race that’s still humanoid but has some unique twists, this might be easier to implement than a furry Volopine. You meet the amphibious Falmari during your sprawling journey to max level, and they would add a great tinge of “cool” to the otherwise bland character creation options.
“The Falmari – the favourite children of the sea god. They look both human and amphibious and live only on the coast, spending half of their time in the water. Members of this race will often visit Sulan, the sea capital, located in the west of the continent. But if you want to get a better look at these magnificent creatures that have emerged from the waves, the best thing to do is to visit the seaside.”
These are just a few races of Revelation Online that I feel should make their debut as playable options. As I mentioned above, part of the appeal for many players of MMOs is looking the part, and sadly right now the game doesn’t offer enough variety. The Revelation Online in the West is just a port of the Asian MMO, so for any updates to come here they would first have to release in China. One can only hope we get a little more variety in the years to come, as the shortcomings in the character creator are really hampering what otherwise is a pretty cool title.
Gaming
Sony is reportedly engaged in discussions to form a partnership for a potential bid on Paramount
There hasn’t been much buzz lately about any new acquisitions in the world of video game intellectual property. According to a recent report, Sony is currently engaged in discussions with a well-funded partner to potentially acquire the renowned film studio Paramount, along with all the exciting possibilities that come with such a merger.
As reported in the New York Times (thanks, ResetEra), Sony Picture Entertainment is reportedly in discussions with Apollo Global Management, an investment firm, as per two sources familiar with the matter. In the past, Apollo had made an offer to acquire Paramount for a minimum of $26 billion, but their bid was ultimately turned down.
The terms of the joint bid are currently under discussion, and there is a chance that the two parties may decide against making a formal offer. Unnamed sources have revealed that Paramount is currently in exclusive discussions with Skydance, preventing any official offer from being made at this time. Investor opposition to the recent deal that Skydance brought seems to have been significant.
Sony Pictures Entertainment and Apollo Global Management, an investment firm, have been in discussions about teaming up for a joint bid to acquire Paramount, people familiar with the situation said Thursday. https://t.co/qN86H4y7Va
— The New York Times (@nytimes) April 18, 2024
The potential impact of such an acquisition is immense. First and foremost, it would introduce adaptations of Sonic and Halo into the expanding media empire of the PlayStation platform holder. Following the announcement, Paramount’s stock experienced a significant 11% surge in after-hours trading.
What are your thoughts on the news? Is there a possibility of Sony acquiring Paramount? Feel free to share your thoughts in the comments section below.
In the ongoing conflict against the Automaton invasion fleet, the Helldivers 2 players have successfully halted their advance. However, the situation has now reached a tiresome stalemate. Yet again, the machines refuse to take a break from their relentless pursuit of progress, with reports emerging of the Factory Striders being deployed in record-breaking quantities.
There have been reports of alleged machines that were supposedly encountered during Operation Swift Disassembly, which was just the beginning of a larger campaign. However, these accounts should be taken with a grain of salt, as they are unverified and seem to be more on the imaginative side. Factory Striders have gained a reputation as formidable weapons platforms that can produce more Automatons while enduring significant damage. If the machines are able to withstand such a relentless assault, it will be necessary to develop innovative strategies.
Factory Striders have made a resurgence on the Automaton front. These imposing, massive support dreadnoughts now threaten freedom and democracy throughout the galactic rim. pic.twitter.com/XRTPU7k71s
— HELLDIVERS™ 2 (@helldivers2) April 16, 2024
Have you come across groups of Factory Striders in Helldivers 2? Which strategies are proving to be the most effective in taking down these armored brutes? The Orbital Railcannon Strike will prove to be a valuable asset in the comments section below.
The recent release of Amazon’s adaptation of Fallout has ignited a renewed interest in the series and brought attention to the captivating alternate history that forms its foundation. Fans have expressed concern that the TV show’s events might be at odds with the plot of the Obsidian Entertainment video game New Vegas. Warning: Spoilers ahead for New Vegas and Amazon’s show!
Bethesda Game Studios director Todd Howard and Fallout TV executive producer Jonathan Nolan recently sat down with IGN to discuss the timeline. Howard was taken aback when showrunners Graham Wagner and Geneva Robertson-Dworet presented him with the surprising concept of obliterating Shady Sands, the bustling capital of the New California Republic, in the aftermath of the events in New Vegas. Howard eventually warmed up to the idea: “After discussing it, we realized that this could be a significant story moment that many things hinge upon.”
It seems that they had to make some tough decisions to ensure everything fell into place, but Howard emphasizes the importance of preserving the integrity of the Fallout timeline: “We take great care with the timeline. There seems to be some confusion in certain areas. However, all the events from the previous games, including New Vegas, did occur. We take great caution in that matter. We’re really pushing the limits here, but the explosions occur right after the events of New Vegas.
What are your thoughts on this? Is it up to par? Even though it may not have a significant impact on the overall quality of the games or show, it is comforting to know that those in charge are paying attention. We value your feedback and would love to hear your thoughts in the comments section below.
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