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Mythic Launches Warhammer Online

After four days of "head-start" players getting the run of the servers, Warhammer Online launched today to the rest of the public. Mythic took the opportunity to explain why they think World of Warcraft players should give them a chance, highlighting their focus on PvP (or Realm-vs-Realm in this case), and their desire to keep time-intensive activities to a minimum. Creative director Paul Barnett says it's "a bit like Batman." 1.5 million copies of the game have already been sent to retailers, so they're clearly expecting a solid launch. The folks over at Massively have developed an excellent series of guides for players looking to get into the game. They explain and contrast general career choices and look at individual classes as well. They also have a variety of interviews and descriptions of gameplay.

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  1. Oh Noes! The 'Mac Gamers' Are Boycotting! by Anonymous Coward · · Score: 2, Funny

    WTF were you thinking Mythic???

  2. Re:having "war" in the name probably isn't the... by clamatius · · Score: 2, Funny

    Someone has to do it.

    Don't say another Goddamn word.

  3. Re:So? by Fourier404 · · Score: 3, Funny

    Bit of mixed message though.

  4. Re:Support for Mac? by moderatorrater · · Score: 5, Funny

    PC stands for "Personal Computer", which by definition includes Macs

    That's a common myth. In actuality, Macs long ago left the realm of personal computing and evolved into a status symbol and fashion accessory. Most powerbooks sold these days don't even have a processor in them, just an etch-a-sketch, since they just look good with patched jeans, a 5 o'clock shadow and carefully mussed-up hair while letting the owner feel artistic.

  5. Re:I already played WARHAMMER by Dog-Cow · · Score: 2, Funny

    When you appear intelligent on an online forum, it doesn't really mean much, as anyone can Google or visit Wikipedia. However, looking like an idiot online generally indicates that you're really an idiot.