Aside from comic books, one of my interests is playing PC games specifically MMORPGs (Massively Multiplayer Online RPGs). Ive tried almost everything from Ragnarok Online to FF to World of Warcraft, etc. I was browsing through comicbookresources.com and saw the advertisement for a new free MMORPG. Now, I usually just ignore the ads whenever I see one for another mmorpg as there are practically tons of them out there right now.
But as they say the spirit is willing but the flesh is weak. Seeing that it offers a unique take on mmorpgs, being a strategic turn based type in contrast to the standard (beat-em-up style and potions all you want) style out in the market, isactually what made me click that link which eventually directed me to the games website. I browse around the site trying to decide if this game is actually even worth my time. The graphics, based on the screenshots, is top notch and the concept is very much appealing. So I decided to download the installer (the file is quite big >2.0GB) and give it a try.
The game feels very much like a typical console RPG (which is a good thing) where there’s a lot of quests to be done and levelling is not much of task as I was able to level up without even noticing since I was having a lot fun completing the quests. And when I say there are a lot of quests, believe me as there’s really a lot which keeps the game fresh and entertaining. Partying up with other users is also a lot of fun and the battle system (turn based) is actually what makes this game shine. The graphics will definitely invite you to try it but its the gameplay which is going to hook you on. The game publisher (ndoors) is so confident that users will like Atlantica Online that they even have an offer to buy your character (in cash) if you happen to don’t like the game.
The community is very friendly and helpful as well. Different people from different countries playing the game and having fun at the same time. The lag is non-existent which is surprising since the graphics is really good. The game is really fun and there are a lot of events happening round the clock (Betting Arenas, PVP, Treasure hunt, etc.)
In conclusion, I really liked this game and this would probably be keeping me up all night for quite some time. I strongly MMORPG fans to try this game out as not only is it going to be free (forever) but it even boasts a great battle system, full of content, great community and very professional handling by the management. Before I go I’m leaving you with an in game screenshot of my archer (I’m still at level 18 after 2 days) and I hope we can someday have an adventure together in game. Click on the image to enlarge.
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