Torchlight II
News, coverage and analysis tracking Torchlight II across the outlets.- Top Setups for Every Class – Expert Game ReviewsThis guide provides expert-recommended builds for each class in Torchlight 2, focusing on optimal skill point distribution, stat priorities, and gear tips for various playstyles. It details how builds work, the impact of stats like Strength, Dexterity, Focus, and Vitality, and offers beginner-friendly options like the Engineer Sword & Board Tank and Embermage Frost Control.
- ARC GAMES ANNOUNCES STRATEGIC LEADERSHIP TEAM UPDATES TO SUPPORT CONTINUED GROWTH AS AN INDEPENDENT PUBLISHERArc Games, an independent publisher of AA and indie titles, has announced several key leadership updates to support its continued growth. Michael Borras joins as VP of Business Development, while Jason Park, Zheng Zeng, and Jooyoung Chung take on expanded roles as Chief Operating Officer, Chief Technical Officer, and VP of Live Services, respectively. These changes aim to strengthen operational capabilities, expand global partnerships, and support the company's diverse publishing portfolio.
- Perfect Ten: Old MMORPGs we used to talk about all the time but aren’t mentioned todayThis article discusses ten MMORPGs that were once highly anticipated and frequently discussed but have since faded into obscurity. Games like Tabula Rasa, RIFT, Mythos, The Secret World, and Marvel Heroes are highlighted, with reasons for their decline ranging from studio closures and mismanagement to shifting player interest and lack of sustained development.
- Perfect Ten: MMOs whose sequels struggled to landThis article analyzes ten massively multiplayer online games whose sequels failed to achieve the same success as their predecessors. It explores reasons for these failures, including development issues, player migration, and market competition, highlighting titles like MapleStory 2, Overwatch 2, and EverQuest II.
- Multiplayer ARPG Darkhaven raised $500K on Kickstarter in spite of a gamer’s pledge anticsThe multiplayer ARPG Darkhaven successfully reached its $500,000 Kickstarter funding goal, accumulating approximately $521,088 from over 5000 backers. The campaign faced some uncertainty due to a potential backer attempting to manipulate the funding goal without intending to fulfill pledges.