Latest Sony Online Entertainment News

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  ‘Wizardry Online’ First Impressions & Gameplay Video

  The free-to-play MMO ‘Wizardry Online’ leaves a bad first impression, thanks to server issues and a poorly designed introduction to the game.

  by Rob Keyes | Jan 31, 201311 Comments

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  ‘PlanetSide 2′ E3 Presentation Showcases Classes and Customization

  Just a few short weeks after E3, Sony Online Entertainment has unveiled their conference demo video for ‘PlanetSide 2′ to the masses.

  by Jacob Siegal | Jun 27, 20126 Comments

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  ‘Wizardry Online,’ ‘Bullet Run’ Hands-On Preview

  Sony Online Entertainment had a lot to show at E3 this year, and their two new titles ‘Wizardry Online’ and ‘Bullet Run’ both deserve some attention for offering fantasy and shooter fans something to look forward to.

  by Jacob Siegal | Jun 24, 20121 Comment

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  ‘PlanetSide 2′ Preview

  ‘PlanetSide 2′ is the next free-to-play MMOFPS from Sony Online Entertainment, and after spending some time with the game at E3, it is clear that the massive shooter is living up to the lofty expectations set by its predecessor.

  by Jacob Siegal | Jun 18, 20121 Comment

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  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

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  Weekly Video Game News Roundup: May 26th

  Topics covered: The creator of ‘Heavy Rain’ talks next-gen, EA’s shutdown of ‘Dragon Age: Legends’, the new Superbrothers/Jim Guthrie collaboration, Ghost Recon Commander & Command & Conquer: Tiberium Alliances, ‘Battlefield Premium’, Star Trek Starbases and much, much more.

  by Curt Hutson | May 26, 20125 Comments

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  ‘Vanguard: Saga of Heroes’ Finally Makes the Switch to Free-to-Play

  Although many thought it might be another MMO casualty, ‘Vanguard: Saga of Heroes’ will live on as another free-to-play game this summer.

  by Jacob Siegal | Apr 9, 20121 Comment

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  ‘Plants Vs Zombies’ Vita Review

  ‘Plants Vs Zombies’ has received an obligatory Vita release, but does PopCap include any new additions and how does the game hold up to previously released versions? Read our review.

  by Anthony Mole | Mar 22, 2012No Comments

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  EverQuest Joins Its Sequel in Embracing Free-To-Play Model

  Sony Online Entertainment announces that the 13-year MMO landmark ‘EverQuest’ is going free-to-play this Spring, with lots of goodies for fans new and old.

  by Rob Keyes | Jan 30, 20127 Comments

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  Star Wars Galaxies is No More

  A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away there was a Star Wars MMO where Jedi were a rare encounter. Goodbye old (and newer) Star Wars Galaxies, and welcome, The Old Republic.

  by Rob Keyes | Dec 16, 20113 Comments

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  ‘DC Universe Online’ Adds 120,000 Members After Going Free-To-Play

  After going to a ‘freemium’ subscription model, Sony Online Entertainment’s superhero MMO ‘DC Universe Online’ has received 120,000 new subscriptions.

  by Anthony Taormina | Nov 4, 20118 Comments

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  ‘PAYDAY: The Heist’ Review

  Deep down, every person has wanted to participate in a bank robbery.Does Overkill’s ‘PAYDAY: The Heist’ scratch that itch or do a couple of flaws rob the experience of any fun? Read our review.

  by Anthony Mole | Oct 22, 20118 Comments

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  SOE President: Hackers Focused On Dormant Accounts

  Sony Online Entertainment President John Smedley claims that most of the 93,000 recently compromised PlayStation Network accounts were dormant.

  by Anthony Mole | Oct 13, 20117 Comments

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  ‘DC Universe Online’ Will Tie-In to the Comics Reboot

  With the DC Comics reboot nearly here, Jim Lee, DC comics co-publisher, has said that ‘DC Universe Online’ will receive some ‘subtle’ tie-ins to the event.

  by C.J. Smillie | Jul 29, 2011No Comments

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  Game Ranter Banter – Halo, WoW, DC Universe Online, PSN Pass & Minecraft

  The Game Rant team discusses Master Chief’s importance, free-to-play in ‘World of Warcraft,’ the PSN Pass, an appearance by the Green Lantern, and the newest (unofficial) version of ‘Minecraft.’

  by Jacob Siegal | Jul 16, 20113 Comments

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  ‘The Old Republic’ Defeats ‘Star Wars Galaxies’

  Star Wars Galaxies is coming to an end. Here’s the announcement, the reason, the apology and what to look forward to in in the final months of the game.

  by Rob Keyes | Jul 11, 20116 Comments

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  ‘PlanetSide 2′ Trailer Reveals Massive Online Mayhem

  A ‘PlanetSide 2′ official trailer has been unveiled – showing some pretty intense action with several hundred people fighting in the same battle. Get ready to join a squad!

  by John Jacques | Jul 9, 20112 Comments

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  ‘Papo & Yo’ Announced, Coming to PSN in 2012

  A brand new independent title giving players control of a young boy and a powerful monster will be coming to PSN next year, bringing some intriguing ideas with it.

  by Andrew Dyce | Jun 2, 20111 Comment

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  ‘EverQuest II’ Gets New PvP & Quest Content in ‘Children of War’ Update

  The world of Norrath expands its borders in Sony’s free update to fan-favorite MMO ‘EverQuest II’. Get ready for ‘Children of War’ – which features new PvP and quest content.

  by Kyle Hembree | Jun 1, 20111 Comment

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  Game Ranter Banter: MMOs, PS4, PSN, Super Smash Bros. & Activision

  In Game Ranter Banter, the team discusses new MMOs, Sony’s next home console, the next Smash Bros. game for Nintendo, the PlayStation Store and Modern Warfare 3′s mutiplayer.

  by Jacob Siegal | May 28, 20117 Comments

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  Sony Sends Official Letter to Partners Regarding PSN Intrusion

  An official letter has gone out to Sony’s partners that details the events of the PSN intrusion and outlines the PSN’s new security measures.

  by Anthony Taormina | May 13, 20115 Comments

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  Sony Outlines SOE Return Program

  Both the PSN and SOE services are slated to return within the next few days. Here are the details of how Sony plans to compensate SOE gamers.

  by Jacob Siegal | May 13, 201123 Comments

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  Another Sony Hack Attack Coming

  Sony is in a lot of trouble at the moment and their PSN/SOE services are still down as a result of hackers. Now comes word that another attack is coming this weekend…

  by Rob Keyes | May 6, 201133 Comments

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  Only 900 Stolen SOE Credit Cards Were Still Active

  According to Sony, only 900 of the nearly 13,000 credit card numbers stolen from the SOE databases were still active.

  by Jacob Siegal | May 3, 20117 Comments

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  Sony Confirms 12,000 Credit Card Numbers Obtained By Intrusion

  Sony Online Entertainment has now officially confirmed that over 20,000 credit card and debit account numbers were obtained by hackers last month.

  by Andrew Dyce | May 2, 20117 Comments

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  Hack Forces Sony Shutdown of SOE Games & Websites

  While Sony prepares to restore PSN services, they face another intrusion on the SOE side of things and now all of their MMOs are offline.

  by Isaac Calon | May 2, 201121 Comments

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  Sony Denies NGP Delay, Says Handheld is Perfect For MMOs

  Despite recent comments, Sony has confirmed that the production of their newest handheld is still on schedule, with some developers already seeing the device as the perfect home for MMOs.

  by Andrew Dyce | Apr 7, 20112 Comments

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  Sony Closes 3 Studios, Lays Off 205 Developers

  Sony Online Entertainment has shut down 3 studios and let go of 205 employees in a restructuring bid to strengthen development efforts on two of Sony’s franchises.

  by Sebastian Gaweda | Apr 1, 20113 Comments

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  ‘DC Universe Online’ Tops Steam Sales, Improvements on the Way

  Key members of the ‘DC Universe Online’ team at SOE came out to announce the game’s popularity as well as promising many game fixes.

  by Anthony Taormina | Jan 24, 2011No Comments

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  Mad-Scientist Mayhem in ‘DC Universe Online’ Oolong Island Trailer

  A new ‘DC Universe Online’ trailer showcases Oolong Island, mad scientists, and experiments gone wrong. Keep reading for all the details.

  by Christian Spicer | Jan 12, 20111 Comment

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  Fight Alongside Superman in ‘DC Universe Online’

  Check out the Man of Steel in action as he shows your newly empowered superhero the ropes in these ‘DC Universe Online’ screens.

  by Anthony Taormina | Jan 7, 20113 Comments

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  ‘DC Universe’ Online Beta Closing Event

  Sony Online Entertainment has announced that a closing event has been scheduled for the end of the ‘DC Universe Online’ beta. Read on for all the details.

  by Tyler Davis | Jan 5, 20111 Comment

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  Preview: DC Universe Online Beta Impressions

  DC Universe Online is set to be released on January 11, 2011. Check out our preview of the recent beta – so you’ll know what to expect.

  by Tyler Davis | Dec 24, 201015 Comments

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  ‘DC Universe Online’ Takes Flight January 11

  ‘DC Universe Online’ is set to launch on the PS3 and PC on January 11. Keep reading for the details.

  by Christian Spicer | Dec 21, 20106 Comments

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  ‘DC Universe Online’ Beta Access Coming for PlayStation Plus Members

  Metropolis, Gotham and all the other iconic locales of DC comics are about to get a bit more crowded as Sony announces plans to expand ‘DC Universe Online’ beta access to all PlayStation Plus subscribers.

  by Anthony Taormina | Dec 9, 20106 Comments

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  ‘The Agency’ Delayed into the Second Half of 2011

  Despite earlier intentions for a 2010 launch, it seems that Sony Online Entertainment’s spy MMO The Agency has been delayed once more, this time being pushed into the second half of 2011.

  by Robert Bratcher | Dec 8, 20101 Comment

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  New ‘DC Universe Online’ Screens and Trailer Spotlight Batman, Gotham City

  New screens and a trailer show off the Gotham City that fans can look forward to patrolling with their own heroes, and the Dark Knight they’ll be fighting as villains.

  by Andrew Dyce | Nov 28, 20103 Comments

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  Scarecrow Haunts the Streets of DC Universe Online

  Jonathan Crane, aka Scarecrow, is just one of the many villains and heroes that players will team up with or fight against in ‘DC Universe Online.’

  by Anthony Taormina | Oct 27, 20103 Comments

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  A Father & Son Tackle ‘Star Wars: Clone Wars Adventures’

  ‘Star Wars: Clone Wars Adventures’ has been billed as a family-friendly MMO for kids of all ages. With that in mind, what does your everyday five year-old think of it? Let’s find out.

  by Steve Pendlebury | Oct 11, 20107 Comments

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  Jim Lee in Director’s Cut Of DC Universe Online Trailer

  Legendary artist Jim Lee speaks to the director of the cinematic trailer for ‘DC Universe Online,’ about the choices they made and what kind of story they wanted to tell.

  by Andrew Dyce | Sep 25, 20102 Comments

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  ‘Star Wars: Clone Wars Adventures’ Beta Impressions

  Interest in ‘Star Wars: The Old Republic’ is at an all-time high but LucasArts has served up another MMO for their younger fans, ‘Star Wars: Clone Wars Adventures.’ Check out our impressions.

  by Andrew Dyce | Sep 23, 20102 Comments

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  New DC Universe Online Trailer: Be Good or Evil but Not the Swiss

  A new trailer for the anticipated DC Universe Online was released showcasing all of the good will or havoc players can bring to the iconic locales.

  by Anthony Taormina | Aug 19, 20103 Comments

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  EverQuest Next Makes a Surprise Appearance at Fan Faire 2010

  At Fan Faire 2010 Sony is showing a little bit of EverQuest Next, hoping that a glean of their art direction will draw fans’ eyes and build excitement for the next iteration of EverQuest.

  by Rory Young | Aug 8, 20105 Comments

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  Hero or Villain? – DC Universe Online Trailer

  Sony unveiled the trailer for DC Universe Online at E3 last week, showing off some in-game action and focusing on the choice of sides – hero or villain. Check out the trailer inside….

  by Jon Lavallee | Jun 22, 20104 Comments

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  DC Universe Online Pricing Announced

  DC Universe Online may be breaking new ground by bringing the MMORPG genre to PS3, but the pricing sticks to PC conventions. Read about the announced pricing inside.

  by Robert Bratcher | Jun 22, 20108 Comments