World of Darkness is moving along at a slower pace than some fans had hoped, but Ignited Games has an alternative solution for vampire fans that have been looking for an MMOG world to sink their fangs into. Today the developer reintroduced fans to what its calling the worlds first massively multiplayer online vampire role-playing game (MMOVRPG) with DarkEden.
DarkEden is set in the fictional eastern European country of Eslania and will allow players to choose between three races vampires, human slayers and beastly ousters. Each race has a distinctive gameplay progression mechanic such as a vampires need to drink blood to gain experience points. DarkEden also boasts to be a throwback to the golden age of MMORPGs with classic hack-and-slash action and 2D visuals.
DarkEden ceased services earlier this year but now returns under Ignited Games. Fans can register for the DarkEden closed beta and Like the games Facebook page to become eligible for a variety of prizes and giveaways.
Ignited Games Reintroduces World's First Vampire MMORPG
DarkEden Sinks its Fangs into Closed Beta
EL SEGUNDO, Calif. - Nov. 8, 2011 - Vampire fans and online gamers, beware. Ignited Games is bringing back DarkEden, the world's first massively multiplayer online vampire role-playing game (MMOVRPG). Dark Eden's closed beta test (CBT) is now live and aspiring vampires and vampire hunters can sign up for the chance to participate by visiting the game's official site.To kick off the launch of Dark Eden's CBT, Ignited Games is rewarding its loyal closed beta testers with special in-game items throughout the CBT period. Furthermore, players who report in-game bugs on the forum will earn additional rewards.
"DarkEden's nostalgic charm provides a macabre experience that sets it apart from contemporary MMORPGs," said Peter Kang, CEO of Ignited Games. "With vampire lore being so prevalent in pop culture, now is the perfect time to revive this classic game and let fans experience its rich story and gritty action."
DarkEden is a throwback to the golden age of MMORPGs, featuring classic hack-and-slash action and isometric 2D visuals. Set in the fictional eastern European country of Eslania, players choose between three available races, including vicious Vampires, human Slayers and beastly Ousters, and battle for control of Eslania. Each race has distinctive gameplay mechanics and methods for character progression, such as the Vampire's need to drink blood to gain experience points.
Online gamers can now choose their side and join the fight between the living and undead in DarkEden by visiting the game's website at http://dk.ignitedgames.com. For the latest updates on DarkEden, and to be eligible for a variety of prizes and giveaways hosted by the game's managers, fans also can "Like" the game on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/PlayDarkEden.
About Ignited Games
Based in El Segundo, Calif., Ignited Games was created in 2010 by an experienced team of global online game developers and publishers. With superb community management, extensive global marketing experience and top-notch localization, Ignited Games is dedicated to achieving a fun and unique online gaming experience for its players. Following the successful release of games in South America and Europe, the company recently published WindSlayer 2 in North America and is following up the accomplishment with DarkEden. Ignited Games plans to launch more exciting free-to-play online games for the market.
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