I was a MMORPG-hold-out for a long time, until I recently discovered EA’s soon-to-be-deleted “Earth and Beyond.” When the announcement was made to pull the plug on that game in March 2004, I got out fast. Why should I waste my time leveling up a character into oblivion? Pining over the loss of my virtual E&B avatar and the friends he had made, I cast my critical eye out to find another deeply satisfying community-based MMORPG. Ever the skeptic, I waited until I heard a report from a friend who adores the recent game, “City of Heroes.” I went out and bought it in July 2004, and lo and behold, here is an experience to rival that of the abandoned worlds of Earth and Beyond! The character options are staggering, the interface is simple and powerful and teaming up with others to smite evildoers is so easy. I’m slowly easing into the community culture of this game and it’s truly exhilarating. I’m a little disappointed in the sound of City of Heroes. Ambient city noises are great, up to a point, and I do find myself humming the “Atlas Park” theme music throughout my workday, but I want more, like my own archetypal theme song: “Spider Guy, Spider Guy. He’s so hungry he’ll eat a fly….” Other than that, I’m very happy with my investment of time and money in this game.
I recommend this game for anyone who wants to give MMOs a shot, or anyone whose tired of slow MMOs. Unlike most online RPGs, City of Heroes has a fast play/fighting style that'll keep you interested, and a well paced lev... Read Full Review
How can I make you feel the deep love/hate relationship I have with this game. In almost every way, this is the worst massive multiplayer game to come around in a long time. But, there is so much about it that is just so... Read Full Review
