ascension posts

Massively Interviews: A look into Jade Dynasty's Ascension expansion with Andrew Brown

by Seraphina Brennan Nov 9th 2009 at 12:00PM

Filed under: Expansions, MMO industry, Patches, Massively Interviews, Jade Dynasty

As we mentioned on Friday, Jade Dynasty is getting a brand new expansion and we the inside scoop for you. This Thursday is the release of the free update, but you don't have to wait that long to find out the story on the game's new Ascension system, brand new race, and new pet features.

We sat down with Jade Dynasty's American product manager, Andrew Brown, and talked with him about the update. Not only did we find out exactly what's in the expansion, but we also got a glimpse into how the game is made and how much control American audiences have over the features in a Chinese MMO.

Tags: andrew-brown, ascension, exclusive, expansion, interview, jade-dynasty, massively-interview, patch, perfect-world-entertainment, skyblade, social-features, westernization

Exclusive screenshots from Jade Dynasty's upcoming "Ascension" expansion

by Seraphina Brennan Nov 6th 2009 at 5:30PM

Filed under: Galleries, Screenshots, Expansions, New titles, Jade Dynasty

Perfect World Entertainment's Jade Dynasty really is a unique offering on the MMO market. We here at Massively have been covering it and commenting on it since we got to see it at E3, and we're always interested to hear more about the MMO that "plays itself." Well, the team at Jade Dynasty hasn't disappointed us and they've let us here at Massively check out some exclusive screenshots of their upcoming expansion, Ascension.

Ascension is opening up the path for players to become veritable gods, but it's also adding two new factions, a brand new race, realm versus realm PvP opportunities, aerial combat, and much more. We've also gotten the opportunity to sit down with Jade Dynasty's product manager, Andrew Brown, and talk with him about all of the gritty details in the next expansion. However, you'll have to wait until Monday to check out that interview.

In the meantime, check out these screenshots and concept art of the Divine Realm area, and come back on Monday to check out our exclusive interview about the future direction of Jade Dynasty.

Gallery: Jade Dynasty: Ascension Screenshots

Tags: andrew-brown, ascension, esper, exclusive, invigorate, jade-dynasty, jd, media, perfect-world-entertainment, pwe, screenshots, skyblade

Choose my Adventure: Becoming Ascended

by Shawn Schuster Jul 8th 2009 at 5:00PM

Filed under: Fantasy, Galleries, Screenshots, Guild Wars, Lore, Massively meta, Hands-on, Choose my Adventure

Join me as I brave my way through lands unknown in an adventure dictated entirely by you, the Massively readers! Vote for everything from game played to character creation to ultimate goal and watch it unfold in a series of journals and galleries here on the site. Then, as the ultimate goal is reached, we'll do it all over again in a new game!

Last week, you voted to keep our notorious Necro in the Crystal Desert of Guild Wars and work on her Ascension. Not only has she complied with your demands, but she's done it in style!

This week she aims to leave the arid desert and continue her journey through the Southern Shiverpeaks, and eventually, onto the Ring of Fire Islands. With three weeks left in her journey through Guild Wars, we can't help but feel a bit sad that our first Choose my Adventure hero will retire soon to that big persistent world in the sky. But not before we get her through the remaining missions and bonuses of Guild Wars! Follow along after the jump below for more on our travels, as well as this week's poll.

Tags: arenanet, ascension, choose-my-adventure, crystal-desert, featured, guild-wars, in-character, ncsoft

Hands on with the Aion beta: Becoming a Daeva

by Lesley Smith Jun 22nd 2009 at 1:00PM

Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, Aion, Massively Hands-on, First Impressions

As the Aion: Tower of Eternity Closed Beta Test 2 continues, it's time to go deeper into Asmodae. You've explored Tunapre Lake, passed through Sap Farm, explored the Odella Plantation, braved the ghost-filled Ishalgen Prison Camp and you've even discovered the Forgotten Place of Exile. As you level, the Raiders and other NPCs start to mention Daevahood and an old man called Munin. Are you ready to meet destiny? Join us after the jump to find out what the future holds.

Tags: aion, aion-beta, aion-cbt2, aion-the-tower-of-eternity, aion-tower-of-eternity, ascension, asmodae, asmodian, asmodians, ishalgen, pandaemonium

One Shots: The Doppelganger

by Elizabeth Harper Dec 20th 2007 at 2:00PM

Filed under: Screenshots, Guild Wars, One Shots

Reader Brinstar sends in this shot from Guild Wars Prophecies of her character (in the distance) facing off against her Doppelganger. For those of us who need more explanation, Brinstar tells us:

Before a character can Ascend in Guild Wars Prophecies, she must complete three Missions in the Crystal Desert and defeat her Doppelganger. Only characters that have achieved Ascension can change their secondary profession andenter elite PvE areas in the Realms of the Gods.

Do you have any screenshots of your virtual persona on the verge of a grand accomplishment? Tell us all about the monsters you've slain and the foes you've vanquished -- so we can feature your story for tomorrow's One Shots! It's easy to participate -- just send your screenshots and stories to oneshots@massively.com.

Gallery: One Shots