Category: Reviews

SD Gundam Capsule Fighter

SD Gundam Capsule Fighter Online (SDGO) is a third-person MMO shooter built around the Gundam anime universe, reimagined with super-deformed, toy-like mobile suits. Its cel-shaded presentation is intentionally playful, but underneath that style is a surprisingly competitive arena game with a massive roster of units, co-op missions, and PvP that leans heavily on player skill and matchup knowledge.

Publisher: OGPlanet
Playerbase: Low
Type: MMO
Release Date: Dec 1, 2011 (NA/EU)
Shut Down Date: July 27, 2015
Pros: +Enormous mobile suit selection (300+). +Fast, skill-driven combat with satisfying movement.
Cons: -Cash shop access to high-rank suits could feel unbalanced. -Chibi toy aesthetic may not click with every Gundam purist.

Silkroad-R

Silkroad-R revisits the classic Silkroad Online formula with a “rebirth” style ruleset aimed at smoothing out the original grind. It keeps the same 7th century Silk Road premise, where players travel between East and West, pick Chinese or European characters, and participate in the trademark hunter, thief, and merchant conflict that defines the game’s identity. The big draw is familiar content with faster progression, balance tweaks, and quality-of-life improvements, even if some long-running issues still linger.

Publisher: Joymax
Playerbase: Medum
Type: MMORPG
Release Date: Jan 18, 2012 (NA/EU)
PvP: Duels / Open World / Guild Wars / Arena
Pros: +Wide weapon-based class options. +Leveling is quicker than the original. +Hunter vs Thief job PvP remains distinctive. +UI and convenience updates.
Cons: -Botting is still a constant presence. -Population feels smaller than the classic version.

Bloodline Champions

Bloodline Champions is a 3D arena-style MOBA built almost entirely around short, round-based PvP. Instead of the familiar loop of lanes, minions, items, and late-game power spikes, it asks you to win fights with positioning and precision. There are no automatic hits here, every basic attack and ability is aimed manually, and when your character goes down you are typically out until the round ends. It is a stripped-back take on the genre that lives or dies on player execution and team coordination.

Publisher: Stunlock Studios
Playerbase: Low
Type: MOBA
Release Date: Jan 13, 2011 (NA/EU)
Shut Down: December, 2017 (Battlerite is the remake)
Pros: +Arena-only PvP with zero minion clutter. +High skill ceiling with satisfying aim-based combat. +Quick rounds that are easy to jump into.
Cons: -The streamlined formula can feel too bare for strategy-first MOBA fans. -Queues can be slow due to the small population.

PlanetSide 2

PlanetSide 2 is a free-to-play MMOFPS built around a persistent war where three factions constantly push for map control. Instead of match-based rounds, the action plays out across huge continents, with combined-arms firefights that regularly involve armor columns, aircraft, and infantry squads all colliding at once. When the battles are at their best, it feels like an FPS scaled up to a battlefield size most shooters never attempt, with as many as 1,200 players fighting on a single continent and a deep pool of weapons, vehicles, and upgrades to chase.

Publisher: Daybreak Game Company
Playerbase: Medium
Type: MMOFPS
Release Date: Nov. 20, 2012 (NA/EU)
Pros: +Enormous continents built for large fights. +Truly massive engagements (up to 1,200 on one continent). +Responsive FPS gunplay. +Strong visuals for a large-scale MMO shooter. +Rewarding loadout tuning and progression.
Cons: -High barrier to entry for new soldiers. -Occasional latency and performance hiccups.

Lord of the Rings Online

Lord of the Rings Online (often shortened to LOTRO) is a 3D fantasy MMORPG that lets you carve out your own tale in J.R.R. Tolkien’s Middle-earth. It leans heavily into questing and lore, pairing traditional MMO progression with a setting that is instantly recognizable, whether you came from the books, the films, or both.

Publisher: Turbine
Playerbase: High
Type: MMORPG
Release Date: April 24, 2007
PvP: Duels / Monster Play
Pros: +Huge Middle-earth to roam with strong atmosphere. +Narrative-focused questing that fits the setting. +Lots of side systems (housing, instruments, mounted combat, and more). +Memorable, high-quality musical score.
Cons: -Many packs and conveniences still sit behind purchases or VIP. -Lower and mid-level regions can feel quiet. -Interface and some presentation elements show their age.

RaiderZ

RaiderZ was a free to play fantasy MMORPG from MAIET Entertainment, built around active, manual combat and frequent encounters with oversized monsters.

Publisher: Arc Games
Playerbase: Low
Type: MMORPG
Release Date: Nov, 20, 2012 (NA/EU)
Closure Date: August 07, 2015
PvP: Duels / Arenas / Guild Battles
Pros: +Flexible, classless-style builds. +Deep crafting loop tied to boss hunts. +Clean UI and controls. +Satisfying action combat with dodges and combos.
Cons: -Early progression lacks bite. -Bots were a persistent issue.

RF Online

RF Online, also known as Rising Force Online, is a 3D sci-fi MMORPG set on the embattled planet Novus, where three rival nations clash over limited resources that can decide the future of their people. Even with its lasers, machinery, and cybernetics, the game leans heavily into classic MMO fantasy traditions too, with melee weapons, magic, and summon-style combat living side by side with high-tech warfare.

Publisher: RedFox Games
Playerbase: Low
Type: MMORPG
Release Date: Feb, 21, 2006 (NA/EU)
PvP: Duels / Open World / Faction Wars / Guild Battles
Pros: +Skills improve through repeated use. +Robust crafting and upgrading. +Faction leadership and politics. +Memorable soundtrack.
Cons: -Gameplay loop can feel monotonous. -Early progression lacks challenge. -Botting is a persistent issue.

Granado Espada

Granado Espada is a 3D fantasy MMORPG that stands out thanks to its multi-character party controls and its Baroque, Age of Exploration inspired backdrop. Rather than adventuring as a lone hero, you command a small squad, exploring the Kingdom of Vespanola while chasing influence, wealth, and progress for your growing household.

Publisher: T3Fun
Playerbase: Medium
Type: MMORPG
Release Date: July 10, 2007 (NA)
PvP: Duels / Open World / Arenas
Pros: +Distinctive three-character control (run a full mini-party solo). +Memorable, high-quality soundtrack. +Uncommon colonial-era fantasy presentation.
Cons: -Built-in automation can make progression feel less earned.

Runes of Magic

Runes of Magic, or RoM for short, is a 3D fantasy MMORPG set in the mystical world of Taborea. The game’s visuals and gameplay are inspired by WoW, but the game’s unique dual classing system sets it apart from other games.

Publisher: GameForge
Playerbase: Medium
Type: MMORPG
Release Date: March 19, 2009 (NA/EU)
PvP: Duels / Open World / Arenas / Guild v Guild
Pros: +Flexible multi‑class system that creates many viable builds. +Fully featured player housing with functional bonuses. +Responsive, smooth core gameplay. +Large amount of PvE and PvP content spanning many expansions.
Cons: -Cash shop can affect balance and progression for competitive players.

Star Wars: The Old Republic

Star Wars: The Old Republic (SWTOR) is a 3D sci-fi MMORPG that places you in the middle of an era-defining conflict within the Star Wars universe. You pick a side, either the Galactic Republic or the Sith Empire, then travel across a wide lineup of planets while following a storyline tailored to your chosen class. It is a feature-rich MMO with long-term systems beyond questing and combat, including companions, player housing, crafting, and starship-focused content.

Publisher: Electronic Arts
Playerbase: High
Type: MMORPG
Release Date: December 20, 2011
PvP: Open World / Arenas / Spaceship
Pros: +Top-tier presentation and polish. +Eight class stories that feel distinct. +Companions add strategy and personality. +Packed with side activities (space missions, crafting, achievements, and more).
Cons: -Free accounts face a lot of limiting rules. -Early zones can feel underpopulated. -Loading and performance can still be rough at times.