ARKADIA 2d MMORPG [OPEN BETA][FREE]

[Henry Dutch 0]

BREAKING NEWS:

ARKADIA WILL BE GOING LIVE WITH OUR OPEN BETA LAUNCH FRIDAY 8/29/2014. I WILL BE STREAMING LIVE ALL WEEKEND. COME JOIN THE FUN!
DOWNLOAD LINK AVAILABLE HERE 8/29/2014 11:30 AM PST!

Introduction:

-Arkadia is 2d MMORPG that has been in the making a long time and has finally developed into a full formed game of intrigue and adventure! Let me introduce myself, my name is Henrik, as some of you may know, and I have been involved with the playerworlds/xtremeworlds/elysium/mirage/eclipse hobby and the hobby of making RPGs for many years.  I have seen games come and go and have had many countless memories playing everyone's creations. Now as we enter a new era for 2d gaming and MMORPGs as a hobby I felt it was my time to create and launch my story.  I wanted to create something fully polished as so many projects go unfinished and forgotten.

I am a aspiring game design student, game design has long been one of my favorite hobbies and I have spent many hours creating the wonderful world that is Arkadia! Thank you for taking the time to read this thread and I hope to see you in game soon! (This game was made strictly as an educational hobby project so that I could learn about game design in a hands on manner. I do not claim to own any of the assets used while learning with this project. This project is free to access and does not accept donations.)


Gameplay Video:

CLICK HERE TO SEE THE LAUNCH VIDEO ON YOUTUBE NOW!

Screenshots:


The above screenshot is of an area of mountains and valleys located in southern Arkadia. The game has over 200 maps all delicately detailed for 2d realism and good playability. Unlike most Eclipse games Arkadia is a fully polished complete game.




The world of Arkadia has a rich main storyline full of interesting characters and memorable journeys.




We host weekly game nights on Sundays, as well as have a game calendar on the website with server events! The way in which the
players complete the sever events progresses the storyline and creation of new areas!

 

 

Modded GUI and other polished details such as rare spawns and secret zones.

 

Thousands of items to collect and hundreds of spells to cast with neat and useful guides posted on the website.


The Story Unfolds...

"They say that every age has it's heroes. No matter the galaxy or date there always seems to be a select few that muster up the courage to brave the evils that exist out there. For it is true that in every age heroes exists, it is also true that darkness lies in every age as well."

"This is the 3rd Age of the Land of Arkadia. King Darius the 2nd rules over the throne in the grand city of Southsa and has a glorious vision of trying to reunite the world in peace and harmony. The same mission taken on by his forefather in the last age.Arkadia is a prosperous world. Overflowing with bounty and green grass and trees where ever most would turn. Like most worlds of adventure it has it's share of monsters but for as long as anyone can remember the world seemed to have been going on the right path, everything seemed to be in place."

"Darkness has a way of wanting to forge it's own path."

"On the horizon a dark threat brews."

"Heroes awaken in the realm of Arkadia to learn of a strange fate plaguing the world."

What adventures await you?

There is only one way to find one...


The Heroes of Arkadia

In Arkadia there are 5 base classes of magic. These five magics are derived from different natural powers of the world.

You will start the game with no class but at Level 10. you will have the opportunity to take on your own class of magic.


At Level 100: Firebloods may choose between 2 different classes.


At Level 100: Waterbloods may choose between 2 different classes.


At Level 100: Windbloods may choose between 2 different classes.


At Level 100: Earthbloods may choose between 2 different classes.


At Level 100: Voidbloods may choose between 2 different classes.

In addition to these five classes of magic there are other magics such as common magic, elvish magic, ancient magic,
and ultimate magic, which are able to be learned by any of the 5 base classes. These additional magics
help you customize your character in just the manner you would like.


What Makes Arkadia Special?

-Fully Polished Game
-Using Eclipse Origins v4.2 to its full potential.
- A deep rich storyline
-A new expansive world to explore.
-Challenging and team-building end-game.
-Thousands of items to collect.
-Class branching into 10 interesting schools of magic.
-Humor akin to "Earthbound"
-Weekly Server Events that push forward the storyline.
-Small close knit "D&D" type atmosphere
-Active admins
-Lots of updates

OFFICIAL WEBSITE:

Click here to visit the OFFICIAL WEBSITE
http://henrikjames.wix.com/talesofyesteryear


Thanks to all who gave input, encouraged, and helped out along the way. You have all be amazing.

Edited August 26, 2014 by Henry Dutch

[Saltome 16]

...N-no, I have to resist urge. I have the feeling this game is what I've been waiting for, for a long time. Unfortunately this could be either the greatest thing ever or the biggest disappointment ever.

In any case there are a couple of questions I'd like to ask.

 

Is this really going to be free, or are you going to jump on the first opportunity to make money off it?

Will you continue developing it?

Are you looking for recruits, contributors, directional ideas or general feedback?

[Henry Dutch 0]

Hi Saltome!

Thanks for taking an interest in the project :)

Let me answer your questions:

1.) Arkadia will always remain completely free. There will never be any costs, or cash shop or anything like that. Actually I do not even take donations. I do not even have a paypal account for this game or anything. 100% free!

2.) I have been with the mirage sourcecode for many years and this project is more then just a game to me, it is something I enjoy doing in almost all of my free time. My main goal was to make a complete game as so many of these indie mmorpgs fall by the wayside. Open Beta will provide a stable game to the public and I plan on launching many updates in the future regards expansions and zones.

3.) Yes anyone who can get the word out about the game right now would be awesome. Anyone who is getting in on the game at a ground level as you are right now has my utmost respect and I will look forward to seeing you in game. One of the great things about a game like this as opposed to a big box game is that I LOVE feedback and many of the things the players do and the feedback I recieve will shape the virtual world.



Thanks again for your interest! Sign up on the forums if you can: http://arkadia.boardhost.com/index.php
 

[Saltome 16]

Oh, I see. A college project.

And on a second glance it seems to have an action style combat system, which I feel isn't a good combination for a classic graphical style, of course that hasn't stopped it from being popular in so many projects out there.

 

In a way it's too bad that it won't bring any profits, I'd love to get paid to do what I love, and stop wasting my time with an actual job. But this concept is close to my heart and with the chance of working on it with cooperatives It's worth at least a detailed look.

 

I am eager to see if it really is as polished as you say. I wonder how many tiny bugs and recommendations I can come up with.

I don't know about advertising, I'm rather introvert. But after I have a look at the game if I decide to stick around I'll see if I know anyone who might be interested.

You will see me in the game, I want to see first hand what it's about, and how my ideas can be used to enrich it.

You should be careful what you wish for though. I'm probably going to overwhelm you with feedback and suggestions.

Lastly, I'm one forum kinda guy. I'm probably not going to register, unless I wanna do something specific with it. Besides, I would rather an ingame community system.

By the way, looking at the forum, you might want to add a feedback and troubleshooting sections, as that's what I would think it will be most used for.