Showing posts with label Everquest II. Show all posts
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Wednesday, August 11, 2010

Sony Online Entertainment Reveal Destiny of Velious Is The Next Expansion For EverQuest II


Sony Online Entertainment have revealed the next expansion for EverQuest II is Destiny Of Velious. this expansion follows on from the events of Sentinels Fate where the the twin Swords of Destiny, Soulfire and the Qeynos Claymore, have been drained of their powers, setting the stage for the destruction of the EverQuest universe. to save Norrath, the swords need to be restored. EverQuest II is Destiny Of Velious is set to come out on 11th February 2011.

The EverQuest II is Destiny Of Velious also brings:
  • Flying Mounts – Soar high above Norrath and explore EQII like never before
  • Hundreds of new weapons and items – Customize your character and in-game home in thousands of ways
  • Over 300 new quests – Follow the EQII storyline through the fabled lands of Velious
  • Ten instanced dungeons – Crawl your way through 10 dangerous dungeons
  • Four new Heritage Quests – Live the legacy of the EverQuestfranchise and gain memorable rewards
  • One massive contested dungeon – Good or evil, be the first to conquer the all-new contested dungeon
  • Two overland zones – Journey into incredible unknown land
  • Six Raid Instances –  Group up with 12-24 man raids for desirable loot
  • Velious-themed Battlegrounds – Get your PvP on in the snow
  • A new Signature Quest line – Immerse yourself in EQII lore and get the goods
  • Over 30 new creatures – Battle dangerous and fantastical enemies
  • Dozens of new armor sets – Gear up in powerful armor sets


Concept Art


Press Release

What:
The latest addition to the monumental MMORPG franchise, EverQuest® IIDestiny of VeliousTM presents an unmatched all-in-one compilation packloaded with the groundbreaking EQII base game, seven thrilling expansions and three exciting adventure packs. New and veteran players are transported to the legendary Great Wastes of Velious, where towering dungeons, dangerous beasts and epic storylines provide the ultimate MMO experience. EverQuest II Destiny of Velious launches its adventures into the sky delivering impressive new features and gameplay, including flying mounts.

EverQuest II Destiny of Velious Storyline
Following the events of Sentinel's FateTM, the twin Swords of Destiny, Soulfire and the Qeynos Claymore, have been drained of their powers, setting the stage for the destruction of the EverQuest universe.  The prophecy known as Age's End begins to unfold in the legendary continent of Velious and it is here where the war for Norrath will arise. For there to be any chance to save Norrath, the Swords of Destiny must be restored. Norrath’s guardians who undertake this burden will be tested by labyrinthine dungeons, the harsh Velious tundra and powerful creatures including the God of War himself, Rallos Zek. To succeed would mean ultimate glory. To fail would mean annihilation

New Expansion Features and Additions:

•Flying Mounts – Soar high above Norrath and explore EQII like never before
•Hundreds of new weapons and items – Customize your character and in-game home in thousands of ways
•Over 300 new quests – Follow the EQII storyline through the fabled lands of Velious
•Ten instanced dungeons – Crawl your way through 10 dangerous dungeons
•Four new Heritage Quests – Live the legacy of the EverQuestfranchise and gain memorable rewards
•One massive contested dungeon – Good or evil, be the first to conquer the all-new contested dungeon
•Two overland zones – Journey into incredible unknown land
•Six Raid Instances –  Group up with 12-24 man raids for desirable loot
•Velious-themed Battlegrounds – Get your PvP on in the snow
•A new Signature Quest line – Immerse yourself in EQII lore and get the goods
•Over 30 new creatures – Battle dangerous and fantastical enemies
•Dozens of new armor sets – Gear up in powerful armor sets

WHEN:
The scheduled release date for EverQuest II Destiny of Velious is February 11, 2011

Friday, May 21, 2010

Sony Online Entertainment Announce Players Can Buy Stonebrunt Prowler Mounts In EverQuest II

Sony Online Entertainment have announced that gamers who have the Sentinel's Fate expansion for EverQuest II can now purchase mounts. for $25, players can buy these mounts via Station Cash Marketplace. For Norrath, there are 3 different types of Prowler Mounts to choose from, that will be available for at least a month.

Ethereal Prowler (Purple)
• Increases Slashing, Aggression, Ranged, Piercing and Crushing of caster by 5.0
• Reduces maximum falling speed of caster
• Increases caster run speed by 65%

Sinister Prowler (Green)
• Increases Disruption, Focus, Ministration, Subjugation and Ordination of caster by 5.0
• Reduces maximum falling speed of caster
• Increases caster run speed by 65%

Ulteran Prowler (Blue)
• Increases Focus, Ordination, Disruption, Subjugation and Ministration of caster by 5.0
• Reduces maximum falling speed of caster
• Increases caster run speed by 65%



Screenshots


Press Release

WHAT: Beginning today, EverQuest II players no longer need to save plat or chase retail boxes to achieve the status and performance boost that comes with roaming Norrath on a mount. Fueled by player demand, Sony Online Entertainment LLC (SOE) is giving players the opportunity to purchase a mount through the Station Cash Marketplace for the first time. The all new Stonebrunt Prowler mounts are available to purchase for only $25.00 in-game now. Residents of Norrath can choose from three different types of Prowler mounts which are guaranteed to be available for at least one month.

ABOUT THE STONEBRUNT PROWLER MOUNTS: The Stonebrunt Prowler is a fearsome predator with strong jaws and deadly speed, and has been known for stalking the plains of Odus. Since Odus was pulled from Norrath, the prowlers have mutated, with magic infusing their bodies and improving their already powerful muscles. Recently, Erudite researchers have found ways to bend the prowlers to their service, taking control of the magic essence of each prowler and harnessing it for use as a mount of unparalleled ferocity.

Further details on each of the Stonebrunt Prowler mounts:

Ethereal Prowler (Purple)
• Increases Slashing, Aggression, Ranged, Piercing and Crushing of caster by 5.0
• Reduces maximum falling speed of caster
• Increases caster run speed by 65%

Sinister Prowler (Green)
• Increases Disruption, Focus, Ministration, Subjugation and Ordination of caster by 5.0
• Reduces maximum falling speed of caster
• Increases caster run speed by 65%

Ulteran Prowler (Blue)
• Increases Focus, Ordination, Disruption, Subjugation and Ministration of caster by 5.0
• Reduces maximum falling speed of caster
• Increases caster run speed by 65%

MORE INFO: For more info on the EverQuest II Station Cash Mounts
http://www.eq2players.com .

Tuesday, April 20, 2010

Sony Online Entertainment Have Released A New Trailer For EverQuest II

Sony Online Entertainment have released a new trailer for EverQuest II. this trailer is in-game and shows various parts of the Halas Zone, from the Sentinels Fate Expansion for EverQuest II.




Wednesday, February 17, 2010

Sony Online Entertainment Release A New Trailer For EverQuest II Sentinel's Fate And Announce Its Out Now

Sony Online Entertainment have released a new trailer for EverQuest II Expansion, Sentinel's Fate. this trailer is a launch trailer and is made from in-game footage of the expansion. the trailer shows some of the new Encounters, Zones, Creatures, And Items that come with this expansion.

Sony Online Entertainment have also announced that Sentinel's Fate is out now, from certain retailers, for the suggest retail price of $39.99. a Digital release, at www.everquest2.com, will be released on 23rd February.
Click the Read More/Comment section below to view the new features and pre-order bonuses for EverQuest II: Sentinel's Fate.




Press Release

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – FEBRUARY 16, 2010 – Gamers worldwide can now log-in and immerse themselves in EverQuest® II Sentinel’s Fate™, the latest expansion from the massively multiplayer online game by Sony Online Entertainment LLC (SOE). Sentinel’s Fate is the sixth expansion for the groundbreaking EverQuest II franchise. This all-in-one compilation pack will be available at select retail stores on February 16, 2010 for the suggested retail price of $39.99 USD plus applicable tax and via digital download atwww.everquest2.com beginning February 23, 2010.

“Sentinel’s Fate is the result of inspiration derived from both the original EverQuest franchise and suggestions made by our dedicated player community,” said Alan Crosby, Producer, Sony Online Entertainment. “By honing in on what’s important to our players, we have been able to refine the overall gameplay experience and ensure that there is something for everyone to enjoy in this expansion, new players and veterans alike.”

EverQuest II Sentinel’s Fate transports players into a universe of legend and lore where exploration is just the beginning. It includes many highly-detailed areas that are fondly remembered from the original EverQuest®, as well as brand new areas to discover. Players can now explore the fabled lands of Odus, filled with epic quests, magnificent dungeons and limitless content provide the ultimate MMO experience for new players and seasoned veterans alike. Sentinel’s Fate presents the next chapter of the EverQuest II legacy which has been written by the passion of players and fueled by the hunger for adventure. Retail customers will enjoy up to a 7-day head start of gameplay access before the digital release. Customers who purchase the Collector’s Edition will receive an exclusive Armored Highland Stalker in-game mount with matching pewter figurine.

Finally, current EverQuest II subscribers with characters level 80-90 can now participate in the ultimate PVP with the complimentary addition of Battlegrounds. Battlegrounds allows players to engage in the most exciting and intense PvP battle against their friends or foes, regardless of server, and provide thrilling group-based, competitive matches in three all-new zones.

EverQuest II Sentinels Fate Features:
• Level cap increase to 90 to achieve your character’s greatest potential
• Two expansive new overland zones to discover: The Sundered Frontier and Stonebrunt Highlands
• 12 new dungeons to battle through
• 400 new quests based on the legend of Odus
• Five new Heritage Quests with valuable new loot
• Over 2,000 new weapons, armor, and items to enjoy
• All new alternate advancement abilities to expand your arsenal of powers
• Hundreds of new dangerous and cunning creatures
EverQuest II Sentinel’s Fate Standard Edition Retail Box Includes: (Available for purchase February 16, 2010)
• Sentinel’s Fate™ expansion pack, plus the entire award-winning content from five previously released expansion packs and three adventure packs
• Players can explore up to 90 levels of breathtaking content in more than 300 expansive and dangerous environments both new and nostalgic
• Experience the legend and lore of EQII through more than 8,000 quests with over 5,000 savage creatures
• Forge your character’s destiny by choosing from 19 unique player races and 24 distinct character classes
• Customize your character with unique armor sets, exciting weapon advancements, fascinating mounts and collect thousands of items for your home or guild hall
• Includes Legends of NorrathTM strategic online trading card game

EverQuest II Sentinel’s Fate Collector’s Edition Retail Box Includes: (Available for purchase February 16, 2010)
• Up to a 7-day head start of gameplay access before the digital release
• Exclusive Armored Highland Stalker in-game mount to accompany you through your Norrathian adventure
• Collectible Armored Highland Stalker figurine
• Coveted Guarding of the Reasoned in-game armor* to provide extra protection on your journey
• EverCracked! The Phenomenon of EverQuest DVD Documentary
• $10.00 Sentinel’s Fate digital download discount coupon for Station Store
• 500 Station Cash™ to spend on virtual items
• Legends of Norrath™ The Fall of Erudin scenario
• 30-day subscription included for new accounts

EQII Sentinel’s Fate Station Store Digital Download (Available for purchase February 23, 2010)
• Coveted Guarding of the Learned armor* to provide extra protection on your journey
• Legends of Norrath™ The Fall of Erudin scenario
• 500 Station Cash™ to spend on virtual items
• 30-day subscription included for new accounts

EQII Sentinel’s Fate Station Cash™ Purchase (Available for purchase February 23, 2010 through the EQII in-game Marketplace)
• Coveted Guarding of the Learned armor* to provide extra protection on your journey
• Legends of Norrath™ The Fall of Erudin scenario
• 500 Station Cash™ to spend on virtual items
• 30-day subscription included for new accounts

*In-game item: Limit one (1) per character. Non-transferable. No cash value.

About Sony Online Entertainment
Sony Online Entertainment LLC (SOE) is a recognized worldwide leader in massively multiplayer online games, with hundreds of thousands of subscribers around the globe. SOE creates, develops and provides compelling entertainment for the personal computer, online, game console and wireless markets. Known for its blockbuster franchises and hit titles including EverQuest®, EverQuest® II, Champions of Norrath®, Untold Legends™, and PlanetSide®, as well as for developing Star Wars Galaxies™, SOE continues to redefine the business of online gaming and the creation of active player communities while introducing new genres on various entertainment platforms. Headquartered in San Diego, CA, with additional development studios in Austin, TX; Seattle, WA; Denver, CO; Tucson, AZ and Taiwan, SOE has an array of cutting-edge games in development.

SOE, the SOE logo, EverQuest, PlanetSide, and Champions of Norrath are registered trademarks of Sony Online Entertainment LLC. Untold Legends is a trademark of Sony Online Entertainment LLC. All other trademarks and trade names are properties of their respective owners.

Tuesday, February 9, 2010

Sony Online Entertainment Announce The Battlegrounds Expansion For EverQuest II

Sony Online Entertainment have announced Battlegrounds, a PvP expansion for EverQuest II. Battlegrounds is for players with characters levelled 80-90. The Expansion will come with 3 maps where players can engage in PvP against their friends or foes, not matter what server they are on.

The Battlegrounds expansion will come out on 16th February. Players who login between 16th Feb - 18th Feb will also receive a Warrior Of Chaos Statue.

The Three Battlegrounds are:


Battlefield of Ganak
• Game Type: Capture the Flag
• Players: 6 Person Group
• Environment: Outdoor arena with two large oppositional bases with intersecting interiors
• Objective: Capture the enemy's flag located within their base and return it to your base with your flag still in place
• Win Condition: First team to successfully capture and return three flags wins

Smuggler's Den
• Game Type: Hold Territory
• Players: 24 Person Group
• Environment: Five spires on top of two pinnacles jutting out of a raging ocean
• Objective: Gain control and hold towers longer than the opposition to earn Tower Tickets
• Win Condition: First team to reach the displayed Tower Ticket goal wins

Gears of Klak'Anon
• Game Type: Hold the Relic
• Players: 6 Person Group
• Environment: Industrious clockwork foundry containing scientific equipment in motion
• Objective: Acquire and hold the relic to accrue points faster than the opposition
• Win Condition: First team to reach the set score wins

Sony Online Entertainment have also released screenshots and a trailer for this expansion. the screenshots are taken from battles on each of the maps, whilst the trailer highlights the features and shows gameplay of the different game modes




Battlegrounds


Press Release

WHAT: On February 16, 2010 the long awaited introduction of battlegrounds is scheduled to arrive in EverQuest® II as a complimentary addition for current EQII subscribers with characters level 80-90. Battlegrounds allow players to engage in the most exciting and intense PvP battle against their friends or foes, regardless of server, and provide thrilling group-based, competitive matches in three all-new zones. Participants can quickly join the nonstop action in three different types of matches, with up to 48 players total. On the Battlegrounds there is a role for all, no matter the class, each player can support or lead the group to victory and reap the rewards of the all-new Chaos armor sets!

Additionally, EverQuest II players who login between Feb. 16, 2010 and Feb. 18, 2010 receive the Warrior of Chaos statue*!

ABOUT BATTLEGROUNDS: At launch the following three Battlegrounds are scheduled to be available for players to enjoy:

Battlefield of Ganak
• Game Type: Capture the Flag
• Players: 6 Person Group
• Environment: Outdoor arena with two large oppositional bases with intersecting interiors
• Objective: Capture the enemy's flag located within their base and return it to your base with your flag still in place
• Win Condition: First team to successfully capture and return three flags wins

Smuggler's Den
• Game Type: Hold Territory
• Players: 24 Person Group
• Environment: Five spires on top of two pinnacles jutting out of a raging ocean
• Objective: Gain control and hold towers longer than the opposition to earn Tower Tickets
• Win Condition: First team to reach the displayed Tower Ticket goal wins

Gears of Klak'Anon
• Game Type: Hold the Relic
• Players: 6 Person Group
• Environment: Industrious clockwork foundry containing scientific equipment in motion
• Objective: Acquire and hold the relic to accrue points faster than the opposition
• Win Condition: First team to reach the set score wins
WHEN: Battlegrounds are scheduled to go live on February 16, 2010.

For more details on Battlegrounds, new screenshots and the latest information visithttp://eq2players.station.sony.com/gameinfo/battlegrounds

EverQuest II Sentinel’s Fate is available for pre-order at http://everquest2.station.sony.com/

Wednesday, January 6, 2010

Sony Online Entertainment Have Released New Screenshots For EverQuest II Sentinel's Fate

Sony Online Entertainment have released new screenshots for the EverQuest II Expansion Sentinel's Fate. the screenshots are for the Fate Zone and focus on the "The Hole" Section. The Screenshots appear to be all in-game and show various parts of The Hole.

EverQuest II Sentinel's Fate



Wednesday, December 23, 2009

Sony Online Entertainment Have Released A New Trailer For EverQuest II Sentinel's Fate

Sony Online Entertainment have released a new trailer for EverQuest II Sentinel's Fate. this trailer shows the lynx mount in the game. the trailer shows that you can get this mount and the armoured mount by pre-ordering the collectors edition. you will also get a collectable figurine of a armoured mount when you pre-order the collectors edition.




Thursday, December 10, 2009

EverQuest II Players Can Now Join In On The Will Of A Tyrant, The Second Pre-Launch Event For Sentinels Fate


Sony Online Entertainment have announced that current and eligible former players of EverQuest II can now take part in the Will of A Tyrant Event. this is the second pre-launch event for the Sentinels Fate Expansion for Everquest II.

The Will Of A Tyrant update brings city festivals back to the game, with the first starting in January 2010. there will be new Daily Tradeskill Missions and hundreds of bug fixes across the game.

The Trailer released for Will Of A Tyrant shows some of the features of the update and a bit of updates story.



Press Release

WHAT: Beginning today, current and eligible former EverQuest® II (EQII) players can journey to Qeynos and Freeport to join in on the second Sentinel's FateTM pre-launch event, Will of a Tyrant!

In Freeport, Lucan D'Lere is missing and the city has erupted in chaos. The rule of law is gone and blood runs in the streets as Lucan's would-be successors vie for power over the great city. Players must uncover the mystery behind his disappearance and who is responsible for this unprovoked attack.

The city of Qeynos is unharmed for now, but enemies of the city hide in plain sight everywhere awaiting the perfect moment to unleash their plan. One of Antonia Bayle's closes advisors has gone missing, and it is up to the players to help find him.

EQII players who left the game with their account in good standing within the past two years are also invited to participate in the pre-launch event with up to three weeks of free play. From Dec. 9-31, 2009, players can log in using their former account and receive EverQuest II The Shadow OdysseyTM trial access. Additionally, if aplayer decides to convert this trial to a paid subscription and purchase the upcoming Sentinel’s Fate expansion, that player will receive an exclusive in-game item “Marble Effigy of Al’Kabor”, 250 Station Cash™ and access to the Sentinel’s Fate Beta on or around Jan. 19, 2010.

ABOUT THE WILL OF A TYRANT GAME UPDATE: • EverQuest II Sentinel’s Fate Pre-Launch Event #2 – Roehn Theer’s minions are on the move leaving destruction in their path. Players must uncover their evil plot and stop them from destroying another city

• City Festivals are Back! –Festivals started by the Far Seas Trading Company are scheduled to begin in January 2010

• New Daily Tradeskill Missions in Kunark! – Players can seek out Assistant Volwon in Bathezid’s Watch to participate

• Bug Bash 2009!

o 300 quest bugs, plus an additional 300 miscellaneous bugs have been fixed

o Many creatures throughout Norrath that previously did not grant Alternate Advancement experience now do

o Erollisi's Lost Longbow, the Longbow of Valor, the Buckler of the Broken Heart and the Tower of Love can now each be turned into a trophy item to be placed within player homes

o Item tooltips will now give information about gains and losses over currently equipped items

WHEN:
EverQuest II game update The Will of the Tyrant is now live.
EverQuest II Sentinel’s Fate is available for pre-order at http://everquest2.station.sony.com/

For more details, new screenshots and the latest information visithttp://everquest2.station.sony.com/expansions/sentinelsfate/index.vm

ABOUT SOE:
Sony Online Entertainment LLC (SOE) is a recognized worldwide leader in massively multiplayer online games which have entertained millions of players around the globe. SOE creates and delivers compelling entertainment for the personal computer, online, game console and wireless markets. Known for its blockbuster franchise EverQuest®, its successful online trading card game Legends of Norrath®, as well as the recent kids’ phenomenon Free Realms™, SOE continues to raise the bar for online gaming and players worldwide. Headquartered in San Diego, with additional studios in Austin, Seattle, Denver, Tucson, and Taiwan, SOE has a slate of engaging, high-quality games currently in development across new genres for all platforms and audiences.


SOE, the SOE logo, EverQuest and PlanetSide are registered trademarks and Free Realms and Legends of Norrath are trademarks of Sony Online Entertainment LLC.

All other trademarks and trade names are properties of their respective owners.

Terms and Conditions:
From December 9, 2009 to December 31, 2009, all EverQuest II accounts inactive between November 12, 2007 to November 20, 2009 (in good standing) will receive complimentary access to EverQuest II Rise of Kunark and a trial version of EverQuest II The Shadow Odyssey (unless previously owned). Customers who convert such trial account to a monthly subscription plan for EverQuest II will receive the EverQuest II Rise of Kunark compilation with their subscription, but will be required to purchase EverQuest II The Shadow Odyssey in order to access its associated content. In-game item(s) are non-tradable. Station Cash is non-transferable and will be added to account holder’s Wallet after successful conversion on December 31, 2009. No cash value. Benefits awarded one (1) per account.

Friday, November 13, 2009

Sony Online Entertainment Have Released Screenshots And A Trailer For EverQuest II Expansion Sentinel's Fate


Following yesterdays announcement from Sony Online Entertainment that the Sixth expansion for EverQuest II, Sentinel's Fate, Is now available to pre-order, they have released screenshots for the expansion as well as a trailer.
The trailer and screenshots are in-game and shows many of the new features that the expansion brings, as well as showing some of the enemies and environments.



EverQuest II Sentinel's Fate



Thursday, November 12, 2009

Sony Online Entertainment Have Announced That EverQuest II Sentinel's Fate Is Now Available For Pre-Order

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Sony Online Entertainment have announced that the sixth expansion for EverQuest II is now available to pre-order from www.everquest2.com. Sentinel's Fate is coming out at retail on February 16th, and digitally February 23, 2010. both have a suggested retail price of $39.99, with the collectors edition priced at $69.99.

Sentinel's Fate will come with all the previous expansions to the series and their content. The retail version will come the Coveted Guarding of the Reasoned in-game armour, whilst the collectors edition coming with that and an exclusive armoured Highland Stalker, Armoured Highlands Stalker pet figurine, and the EverQuest DVD Documentary EverCracked!

Press Release

WHAT: EverQuest®II Sentinel’s Fate™ and EverQuest®II Sentinel’s Fate™ Collectors Edition, the sixth expansion for the popular online game EverQuest®II, is now available for pre-order atwww.everquest2.com.

The expansion, scheduled to be available exclusively at retail on February 16, 2010, followed by the digital launch on February 23, 2010, is an all-in-one compilation pack which transports players into a universe of legend and lore where adventures are just the beginning. Both retail and digital versions will be available for the suggested retail price of $39.99 (plus applicable taxes). Additionally, a Collectors Edition including exclusive items is being offered for $69.99 (plus applicable taxes)

Today also marks the debut of the epic documentary EverCracked! The Phenomenon of EverQuest available exclusively on IGN.com, the leading videogames website. The five part weekly series, produced by Jace Hall, chronicles the trials and tribulations leading to the development, launch and success of the genre-defining massively multiplayer online game which celebrated its tenth anniversary in March 2009. The first installment is available here

ABOUT EVERQUEST II SENTINEL’S FATE: EverQuest II Sentinel’s Fate takes players into the fabled lands of Odus, filled with epic quests, magnificent dungeons and limitless content providing the ultimate MMO experience for all players. Sentinel’s Fate presents the next chapter of the EverQuest II legacy which will be written by the passion of players and fueled by the hunger for adventure.

EverQuest II Sentinel’s Fate features:
• All Previous Expansions - Includes the new expansion pack and all five previous expansions and content
• Increased Level Cap – Reach new heights with a level cap increase to 90
• Amazing New Zones – Explore two expansive new overland zones, The Sundered Frontier and Stonebrunt Highlands
• The Quests Continues - Experience the legend of Odus through 400 new quests
• More Dungeons - Battle through 12 new dungeon additions
• New Weapons and Armor - Outfit characters with 2,000 new weapons, pieces of armor and items
• New Alternate Advancement Abilities - Optimize your character's power and strength with all new alternate advancement abilities
• Legends of Norrath™ - Includes digital card game client and The Fall of Erudin scenario
• 500 Station Cash™ - Select unique virtual items from the in-game EQII Marketplace
• 30-day subscription included for new EQII Accounts

Bonus Expansion Items
Retail Edition
• Up to a 7-day headstart of gameplay access before the digital release
• Coveted Guarding of the Reasoned in-game armor piece to provide extra protection on your journey
Collectors Edition
• Up to a 7-day headstart of gameplay access before the digital release
• Exclusive Armored Highland Stalker in-game mount to accompany you through your Norrathian adventure
• Collectible Armored Highlands Stalker pet figurine
• Coveted Guarding of the Reasoned in-game armor piece to provide extra protection on your journey
• EverCracked! The Phenomenon of EverQuest DVD Documentary
Digital Edition
• Coveted Guarding of the Learned armor piece to provide extra protection on your journey

WHEN:
EverQuest II Sentinel’s Fate and EverQuest II Sentinel’s Fate Collectors Edition are available for pre-order beginning today at www.everquest2.com

For more details, new screenshots and the latest information visit www.sentinelsfate.com

ABOUT SOE:

Sony Online Entertainment LLC (SOE) is a recognized worldwide leader in massively multiplayer online games which have entertained millions of players around the globe. SOE creates and delivers compelling entertainment for the personal computer, online, game console and wireless markets. Known for its blockbuster franchise EverQuest®, its successful online trading card game Legends of Norrath®, as well as the recent kids’ phenomenon Free Realms™, SOE continues to raise the bar for online gaming and players worldwide. Headquartered in San Diego, with additional studios in Austin, Seattle, Denver, Tucson, and Taiwan, SOE has a slate of engaging, high-quality games currently in development across new genres for all platforms and audiences.


SOE, the SOE logo, EverQuest and PlanetSide are registered trademarks and Free Realms and Legends of Norrath are trademarks of Sony Online Entertainment LLC.

About IGN Entertainment

IGN Entertainment, a unit of News Corporation, is a leading Internet media and services provider focused on the videogame and entertainment enthusiast markets. Collectively, IGN's properties reached more than 29.1 million unique users (U.S.) in September 2009, according to Internet audience measurement firm comScore Media Metrix. IGN's network of videogame-related properties (IGN.com, GameSpy, FilePlanet, TeamXbox, Direct2Drive, What They Play and others) is one of the Web's leading videogame information destinations and attracts one of the largest concentrated audiences of young males on the Internet.

All other trademarks and trade names are properties of their respective owners.

Friday, October 16, 2009

Sony Online Entertainment Announce Halloween Events In Their Online Games

Sony Online entertainment have announced this years Halloween events for their online games.

Free Realms is getting a Spooktacular in its latest update. there will be new decorations, trick or treating, mini games, 14 new quests, 2 new trading game packs, and more than 35 new costumes. The Spooktacular will run from October 14th through to November 11th.

Everquest has a Harvester Haunt. there will be new quests and awards. also, players have to track down a gravedigger called Edmund Strangeways in the Plane Of Knowledge. this even is scheduled to run from October 24th to November 7th.

Everquest II has the Nights Of The Dead. there will be a new Haunted Hedgemaze in Nektulos Forest, a Haunted Mansion in Loping Planes as well as buildings decorated and trick or treating in Qeynos and Freeport. there will also be new quests and ghosts wondering around. this event is set to run from October 16th to November 9th.

Legends of Norrath players will have to save the citizens from Riverale from a Zombie invasion. the new scenario, called Brraaaaaainss!, will be open to new and existing players, and will be free. those who are successful in defeating the zombies will receive promo cards to EverQuest or EverQuest II. this scenario runs from October 15th to November 11th.

Star Wars Galaxies have a Galactic Moon Festival to take part in at either Moenia or Mos Eisley. there will be new costumes as well as the return of the Burning Ewok Costume. this will begin on October 20th.

Free Realms Costumes


Free Realms Spooktacular


Everquest


Press Release

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – October 15, 2009 – From ghosts, goblins and creepy cobwebs to candy corn costumes, Sony Online Entertainment LLC (SOE) gears up for its biggest virtual Halloween event of the season. Today, the hit online game Free Realms™ introduces its latest game update, Super Spooktacular, featuring decorations, daily trick-or-treating, mummifying minigames, 14 new quests, 2 new trading card game Quest Packs and more than 35 new costumes for players and their pets.

“We are celebrating the first Halloween in Free Realms, with weeks of spooky activities and festive live events,” said Andy Sites, senior producer at Sony Online Entertainment. “After a night of trick-or-treating the fun doesn’t have to end. Dressed as a chicken, mummy, witch or any of the other crazy costumes available, kids can explore virtual neighborhoods with millions of friends from the safety of their own home.”

Super Spooktacular is scheduled to run from October 14th through November 11th. For detailed information on Super Spooktacular, please visit www.FreeRealms.com.

Along with Free Realms, SOE’s online titles, EverQuest®, EverQuest® II, Legends of Norrath® and Star Wars™ Galaxies are also scheduled to host a variety of in-game Halloween events:

EverQuest: Hungry halflings, wandering vampires and necromancers unite! Harvester’s Haunt has arrived with brand new quests and holiday-themed rewards. Players can track down the gravedigger, Edmund Strangeways in the Plane of Knowledge who’s been asking the brave to venture into Norrath and dig up corpses. Adventurers who seek more fun can try making candy apples or see a holiday merchant for costumes and special treats. Harvester’s Haunt is scheduled to run from October 24th through November 7th. For detailed information, please visit www.eqplayers.com.

EverQuest II: Nights of the Dead returns to EverQuest II with an all new Haunted Hedgemaze zone in Nektulos Forest which also includes a new holiday collection! Get lost in the Haunted Mansion in Loping Planes, trick-or-treat in the big cities and enjoy decorations and haunted homes in both Qeynos and Freeport. Players can buy a costume illusion from holiday merchants and reap great rewards from Nights of the Dead events, including Ponchy’s quest line in Antonica. Experience the midnight banquets and groovy ghoulies that wander the streets during Nights of the Dead. You may get more than you bargained for! Nights of the Dead is scheduled to run from October 16th through November 9th. For detailed information, please visit www.eq2players.com.

Legends of Norrath: Save the Halfling citizens of Rivervale from an invasion of brain-eating zombies. Anticipated to run between October 15th and November 11th, players will face a horde of zombies and their leader, Eater of Brains, in an all-new Legends of Norrath scenario, Brraaaaaainss!, created just for Halloween. New and existing players alike are invited to bring their best decks and try this free scenario that rewards with Halloween treats. Players who successfully keep the Halflings alive and destroy their opponent's avatar or who complete the four quests to win the game will receive powerful promo cards and helpful loot cards for EverQuest or EverQuest II. For detailed information, please visitwww.legendsofnorrath.com.

Star Wars Galaxies: When the crypt goes creak and the tombstones outside the cantina quake, you'll know it's time for the Galactic Moon Festival! Scheduled to begin on October 20, residents of Star WarsGalaxies can take a shuttle to Moenia and Mos Eisley and celebrate the Galactic Moon Festival in style...if you dare. That's right fright fans, the Festival has returned! We have added several new costumes this year including Salacius Crum, Gamorrean Guard and that’s right – by popular request the Burning Ewok costume! For detailed information, please visit http://starwarsgalaxies.station.sony.com.

All throughout the month of October, Halloween-themed events are scheduled to take place in the virtual worlds of your favorite SOE games. Exact dates vary by title. Please log on to respective game sites for more information.

About Free Realms
Free Realms is a free-to-play, family-friendly online video game that has more than five million registered players engaged in the whimsical virtual world. In Free Realms, players can customize their characters and play a wide variety of minigames in a safe, online environment, packed with stunning visuals, distinctive environments, and social networking capabilities. Fun for the entire family, players are free to do or be anything: Become a ninja, cook a yummy meal, battle goblins, set out on epic quests or connect with friends through a safe, social networking page. Free Realms also features a trading card game playable both digitally within the Free Realms online game and through a physical game available in the US wherever trading cards are sold!

Free Realms is rated E10+ for Everyone 10 and up with content descriptors of Crude Humor and Fantasy Violence. To play Free Realms, visit: http://www.FreeRealms.com.

About Sony Online Entertainment
Sony Online Entertainment LLC (SOE) is a recognized worldwide leader in massively multiplayer online games, with hundreds of thousands of subscribers around the globe. SOE creates, develops and provides compelling entertainment for the personal computer, online, game console and wireless markets. Known for its blockbuster franchises and hit titles including EverQuest®, EverQuest® II, Champions of Norrath®, Untold Legends™, and PlanetSide®, as well as for developing Star Wars Galaxies™, SOE continues to redefine the business of online gaming and the creation of active player communities while introducing new genres on various entertainment platforms. Headquartered in San Diego, CA, with additional development studios in Austin, TX; Seattle, WA; Denver, CO; Tucson, AZ and Taiwan, SOE has an array of cutting-edge games in development.

About Star Wars Galaxies
Star Wars Galaxies, developed and published by LucasArts and Sony Online Entertainment, is one of the longest-running and most popular online experiences, bringing gamers of all ages and skill levels together in the ultimate Star Wars journey. Begin aboard the Millennium Falcon helping Han Solo and Chewbacca fend off the notorious Darth Vader. Along the way, join with Star Wars characters on missions that span the galaxy. Ally with the Rebels to fight against the Galactic Empire, or join forces with the dark side and crush the Rebel scum. Heroic adventurers can seek their fortune in space or on the ground as a bounty hunter, smuggler, Jedi or a host of other unique Star Wars professions.

About LucasArts
LucasArts, a division of Lucasfilm Entertainment Company Ltd., is a leading developer and publisher of interactive entertainment software worldwide for video game console systems, computers and the Internet. Based in San Francisco, Calif., as well as on the Internet at www.lucasarts.com, LucasArts was created in 1982 by George Lucas to provide an interactive element to his vision of a state-of-the-art, multifaceted entertainment company.

LucasArts and the LucasArts logo are registered trademarks of Lucasfilm Ltd. Star Wars Galaxies is a registered trademark of Lucasfilm Entertainment Company Ltd. © 2002-2009 Lucasfilm Entertainment Company Ltd. or Lucasfilm Ltd. & ® or TM as indicated. All rights reserved. All other trademarks and trade names are properties of their respective owners.

Star Wars™ and related properties are trademarks and/or copyrights, in the United States and other countries, of Lucasfilm Ltd. and/or its affiliates. TM & © Lucasfilm Ltd. All rights reserved. All other trademarks and trade names are properties of their respective owners.

Thursday, September 24, 2009

EverQuest II Update, The Shards of Destiny, Is Live Now


Sony Online Entertainment have released a trailer and screenshots for the newest expansion for Everquest II. the trailer talks about the history behind the expansion, whilst the screenshots show many of the characters and locations that have been added with this expansion.
As well as introducing this new story, the expansion also brings Chronomagic to the game. Chronomagic can be used to down-tier you level so you can experience content that you may have missed whilst you were levelling up. an achievement system has also been added to the game as well as all people with houses will receive a new room.



The Shards of Destiny


Press Release

WHAT: EverQuest® II’s game update, The Shards of Destiny is live now and brings sorrow and anger to the world of Norrath as there has been a mysterious disappearance of the famed Erollisi Marr, the goddess of love. Her absence has cast a dark cloud over Norrath and it is up to the players to travel to the Shard of Love and defeat the creatures they encounter to determine the fate of Erollisi Marr. In addition to the new storyline, players can also enjoy new features such as Chronomagic, housing additions and the all new achievement system.

UPDATE FEATURES:
• Chronomagic: Down-tier your level to experience content you may have previously missed while you were leveling up
• Enter the Shard of Love: For the first time ever, players will be able to explore the home of Erollisi Marr
• All new 4x Dungeon: Test your skills in Miragul's Planar Shard
• Achievement System: Track and share your accomplishments with other players
• Housing Addition: All houses will receive a new room where you can use your creativity and expand your collections

WHEN: The Shards of Destiny is live

ABOUT SOE: Sony Online Entertainment LLC (SOE) is a recognized worldwide leader in massively multiplayer online games which have entertained millions of players around the globe. SOE creates and delivers compelling entertainment for the personal computer, online, game console and wireless markets. Known for its blockbuster franchise EverQuest®, its successful online trading card game Legends of Norrath®, as well as the recent kids’ phenomenon Free Realms™, SOE continues to raise the bar for online gaming and players worldwide. Headquartered in San Diego, with additional studios in Austin, Seattle, Denver, Tucson, and Taiwan, SOE has a slate of engaging, high-quality games currently in development across new genres for all platforms and audiences.

SOE, the SOE logo, EverQuest and PlanetSide are registered trademarks of Sony Online Entertainment LLC. Free Realms and Legends of Norrath are trademarks of Sony Online Entertainment LLC.

All other trademarks and trade names are properties of their respective owners.

Wednesday, July 29, 2009

Sony Online Entertainment Have Released A New EverQuest II Trailer,Done By TinkerFest, Showing Uses Of Cogs

Sony Online Entertainment have released a trailer for EverQuest II. the trailer was made by TinkerFest and it shows Cogs. Cogs being used as decoration in houses and around them.





Tuesday, June 16, 2009

Sony Online Entertainment - Everquest II Update brings Kurn's Tower to Norrath

Sony Online Entertainment have announced that the new game update for Everquest II will bring the true Tower of Kurn to Norrath. the update brings 80 new quests, Player Written books, which act like normal books, and new Charasis Quests.
The Update is set to hit June 16th.

Press Release


WHAT: EverQuest® II’s game update, Monument and Might reveals the true appearance of Kurn’s Tower to Norrath; panicking the inhabitants of Kunark and intriguing adventurers to its doors. A new void anchor emanates from the tower, as if a ghastly chord has tied its fate with the invading void. A warlord from a far-off land has turned his conquering eye upon the lands of Kunark and will stop at nothing to find a great power that may lie just within the tower’s walls!

UPDATE FEATURES:
• Let someone else do the work for you! Monument and Might introduces Research Assistants which allow players to train their spells up to higher grades one at a time! They are available around Qeynos and Freeport, Neriak, Haven, Gorowyn, and Kelethin. Check out the research guild hall amenity that allows you to access the research system in the comfort of your own house or guild hall!
• More than 80 new quests in the Rise of Kunark overland zones!
• Player-written books - Leave your permanent mark in Norrath by writing and distributing books! Books look and act just like the current books in the game, and you can hold them in your inventory or place them in your house or guild hall for other players to read. Read Rothgar’s blog about user-written books here!
• All-new Charasis West Wing group quests!

WHEN: The Monument and Might game update is scheduled to go live on June 16, 2009.

ABOUT SOE: Sony Online Entertainment LLC (SOE) is a recognized worldwide leader in massively multiplayer online games, with hundreds of thousands of subscribers around the globe. SOE creates, develops and provides compelling entertainment for the personal computer, online, game console and wireless markets. Known for its blockbuster franchises and hit titles including EverQuest®, EverQuest® II, Champions of Norrath®, Untold Legends™, and PlanetSide®, as well as for developing Star Wars Galaxies™, SOE continues to redefine the business of online gaming and the creation of active player communities while introducing new genres on various entertainment platforms. Headquartered in San Diego, CA, with additional development studios in Austin, TX; Seattle, WA; Denver, CO; Tucson, AZ and Taiwan, SOE has an array of cutting-edge games in development.