- Free Realms
Infobox VG
title = Free Realms
developer =Sony Online Entertainment
publisher =Sony Online Entertainment
released =
genre =MMORPG
modes =Multiplayer
ratings =
platforms =PlayStation 3 , Windows
media =Blu-ray Disc ,DVD
requirements =
input =Gamepad , keyboard, mouse"Free Realms" is an
Massively Multiplayer Online Role-Playing Game (MMORPG ) being developed bySony Online Entertainment (SOE) set in a humorous kid friendly fantasy-themed worldcite web | last = Adams | first = Dan | date =2008-07-15 | url = http://pc.ign.com/articles/890/890388p1.html | title = Free Realms Preview | publisher =IGN | accessdate 2008-07-15] for the PC andPlayStation 3 .The game is accessed via the Web. During character creation, a 3D client downloads behind the scenes and then streams as the user plays, which eliminates a large download.
Free Realms is going to be free to play with an optional subscription for a single player, or a discounted family plan for multiple accounts.Fact|date=September 2008 Also, micro-transactions will be available for players who are interested in purchasing in-game items for their characters. Unlike typical MMOs, combat is completely optional and the focus, instead, is spread across a variety of gameplay mechanics – exploration, combat, building, housing, pet-raising, mini-games and
social networking – to ensure its appeal to both boys and girls alike.Players will be able to choose from classes such as adventurer, ninja, mailman, medic, blacksmith, miner, warrior, archer,treasure hunter, wizard, and switch on the fly without creating a new character. The game limits barriers to entry and encourages social gameplay where, regardless of level or class, players will be able to interact, join forces and play together.cite web | last = Adams | first = Dan | date =
2008-07-15 | url = http://ps3.ign.com/articles/890/890398p1.html | title = Free Realms Preview | publisher =IGN | accessdate 2008-07-15]Due to the
social networking nature of the game, players will be able to send links, share images and videos, and chat with friends from their own, personal, customizable social networking page, which is all optional for parents that want to restrict their child’s access to user generated content.References
External links
* [http://www.freerealms.com] ; Official Free Realms website.
* [http://www.station.sony.com] ; SOE's Station.com game portal
* [http://www.soe.com] ; Sony Online Entertainment
* [http://kotaku.com/5026243/free-realms-+-the-best-mmo-at-e3] ; Kotaku: Free Realms the Best MMO at E3 2008?
* [http://www.examiner.com/x-294-Video-Game-Examiner~y2008m7d16-E3-The-best-games] ; Examiner: Free Realms one of E3's best games
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