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Runestone launched amidst some issues earlier this month.  The game initially had some severe server issues; however they have learned from them and have completed several patches so far.  The servers have now been stable for some time.  They have also added several new items to the game already since release.

Since the game is an online download only, one issue that became apparent when we tried it was no supplied instruction manual.  The community has published one for the game and this will very likely be rolled into an official manual sometime soon.  They have also already added in several training and tutorial style missions to help new players acclimatize to the game. 

Conclusions

We left the interview impressed with Seed and what Runestone was attempting to do with it.  Both Jan and Nis, were clearly exited about their game and the direction Runestone hopes to take it.  They appear to have a very solid plan, and a strong desire to support the RPG aspect of the game.  We were very interested with the focus and direction of their game, especially in today’s MMO market.  We feel that the game is defiantly worth checking out if you are looking for a pure RPG style MMO.  It will be fascinating to see how well they can turn their vision of the game and it’s online universe into reality. 

Despite some early setbacks, and really which MMO has launch without any issues, the game appears very solid.  It also has at least two very energetic and motivated people behind it.  While it may not be for everyone, it will defiantly appeal to the serious RPG player.

We wish them the best of luck as the game is truly something unique in today’s market place.

About Runestone

Runestone Game Development is a Danish company specializing in the development of story-based MMOs, SEED being their premiere title. SEED is the second MMO produced from a Danish company, the first being a Mobile Phone game. Runestone are the first Danish developers to take the MMO market to the home computer. Runestone is based in Aarhus, the second largest city in Denmark (population 250,000).

SEED launched May 2nd 2006. It is available to download from the SEED website and is accompanied by a 14 day free-trial. There is no box required to play SEED as the entire game can be downloaded and activated online. Planning on SEED began in 2001 with development beginning in 2003.

Runestone is owned partly by employees and partly by business investors.