Latest MechWarrior Online News

2013 Canadian Videogame Awards: Winners & Thoughts

‘Far Cry 3′ takes home the most wins at the 2013 Canadian Video Game Awards. See the full winners lists and some thoughts here.

by Rob Keyes | Apr 22, 20134 Comments
MechWarrior Online Update: Big Pink Music Mech & Artillery Strikes

Since moving to a bi-weekly update schedule, pilots have had to become more patient for additional content and bug fixes in MechWarrior Online but the payoffs…

by Rob Keyes | Apr 2, 20131 Comment
MechWarrior Online: Launch Date & Pay-To-Play Controversy

‘MechWarrior Online’ is getting several major updates over the next few months, but not before the devs clarify comments about the game’s pay model.

by Rob Keyes | Mar 31, 2013No Comments
2013 Canadian Videogame Awards: Finalists Revealed

‘Mark of the Ninja’ leads the 2013 Canadian Videogame Awards finalists along with Assassin’s Creed 3, Far Cry 3, Mass Effect 3, MechWarrior Online, Sleeping Dogs and more!

by Rob Keyes | Mar 18, 20134 Comments
MechWarrior Online: The ‘Pretty Baby’ Update

Piranha Games Creative Director Bryan Ekman details the plan for future ‘MechWarrior Online’ updates and confirms major content additions coming tomorrow and for the upcoming months.

by Rob Keyes | Feb 5, 2013No Comments
‘MechWarrior Online’ Introduces New Light Mechs & First Double XP Weekend

MechWarrior Online adds the new Spider mech and several new in-game options in time for this weekend’s double XP event. Read on for screenshots and gameplay footage.

by Rob Keyes | Jan 18, 2013No Comments
Huge ‘MechWarrior Online’ Update Adds New Map, Mode & Mechs

MechWarrior Online open beta patch #6 adds a plethora of new features, bug fixes and balancing updates, including a pair of twin Hero Mechs and the new (gigantic) Stalker.

by Rob Keyes | Dec 18, 2012No Comments
‘MechWarrior Online’ Open Beta Begins Next Week [Updated]

Piranha Games is ready to take ‘MechWarrior Online’ public and players will be able to jump into the open beta beginning October 16, 2012.

by Rob Keyes | Oct 10, 2012No Comments
MechWarrior Online Preview: The Good, The Bad, The Awesome

MechWarrior is back and fans will be happy to know that MechWarrior Online delivers a faithful return to the franchise. Read on for our preview of the MWO beta.

by Rob Keyes | Oct 8, 20124 Comments
Must-See Mods: A Steampunk Xbox 360 Controller & In-Home ‘MechWarrior’ Cockpit

For two more days, an amazingly hand-crafted steampunk Xbox 360 controller is going for auction on eBay. Not for sale: a room-sized cockpit built specifically by a fan for the upcoming release of ‘MechWarrior Online.’

by Brian Sipple | Jul 26, 20123 Comments
Time to Get Excited For ‘MechWarrior Online’

Piranha Games’ President talks about ‘MechWarrior Online’ gameplay variety, while we take a look at two of the game’s mechs and two of the harsh environments they’ll battle on.

by Rob Keyes | Jul 25, 20124 Comments
Game Rant’s E3 2012 Awards: Nominations

E3 2012 is over and we’ve gathered to reflect on the best of what was presented this year. Here are the nominees for Game Rant’s E3 2012 Awards!

by Rob Keyes | Jun 13, 20129 Comments
MechWarrior Online Gameplay, Screenshots and Mech Lab Details

Piranha Games showcases the brand new Dragon mech, along with in-game screenshots which highlight the Mech Lab – where players can buy and customize mechs in ‘MechWarrior Online.’

by Rob Keyes | May 14, 20121 Comment
Weekly Video Game News Roundup: May 11th

In the May 7th – 11th roundup, we discuss Naughty Dog’s now free ‘Uncharted 2′ DLC, Skullgirls getting cross-platform play, Nameco Bandai, Internet browsing on Xbox, what is catapulting onto MechWarrior Online and much, much more.

by Curt Hutson | May 12, 20124 Comments
First ‘MechWarrior Online’ Gameplay Trailer Looks Awesome

After a teaser and screenshots grabbed our attention, Piranha Games earns our excitement with the first ‘MechWarrior Online’ gameplay trailer.

by Rob Keyes | Mar 13, 20122 Comments
MechWarrior Online Screenshots Showcase What Fans Want

The first in-game screenshots of the long-awaited ‘MechWarrior Online’ surface, depicting a game that truly looks like a successor to ‘MechWarrior 4.’

by Rob Keyes | Mar 11, 20126 Comments
First ‘MechWarrior Online’ Trailer Teases Big Things Ahead

Piranha Games reveals the very first teaser trailer for ‘MechWarrior Online’ which showcases the massive size and scale of the game’s titular combatants. Time to jump into the Atlas!

by Rob Keyes | Feb 28, 2012No Comments
Free-to-Play ‘MechWarrior Tactics’ Continues Resurgence of Franchise

Roadhouse Interactive and A.C.R.O.N.Y.M. Games are working on another new BattleTech video game, the free-to-play turn-based ‘MechWarrior Tactics.’ Read on for details and mech images.

by Rob Keyes | Feb 22, 20121 Comment
New MechAssault-Esque ‘Reign of Thunder’ Announced

Day 1 Studios, the developers behind the MechAssault series, return to the genre with the free-to-play ‘Reign of Thunder.’ Read on for the details and announcement trailer.

by Rob Keyes | Feb 21, 20123 Comments
MechWarrior Online: Community & Information Warfare

Looking for more details on ‘MechWarrior Online’? Read on for info on player progression, multiplayer matches, faction loyalty, and using the BattleGrid and Electronic Counter Measures.

by Rob Keyes | Jan 5, 20127 Comments
Details on MechWarrior Online Factions, Mercenary Corps & Warfare

Piranha Games releases their first dev blog to detail factional warfare within the Inner Sphere for ‘MechWarrior Online,’ with an explanation of how corporations and loyalty points work. Plus, new images!

by Rob Keyes | Dec 8, 20112 Comments
PC-Exclusive ‘MechWarrior Online’ Announced

Piranha Games finally unveils what their MechWarrior game is all about. It’s a free-to-play MMO, titled ‘MechWarrior Online’ that plays just like the last few games in the series.

by Rob Keyes | Oct 31, 20111 Comment
MechWarrior Reboot Still in Development

After a year and a half of silence, Piranha Games is finally offering a little tease for their long-awaited ‘MechWarrior’ reboot.

by Rob Keyes | Oct 20, 20117 Comments
MechWarrior’s Back Baby! Check Out The Trailer

MechWarrior is a franchise I have loved for quite some time through multiple games and plenty of reading material. Believe it or not, a new MechWarrior…

by Tim Keyes | Sep 27, 20092 Comments