Its a good time to take another look.. a breath of fresh air in a world of MMO clones

User Rating: 8.1 | The Saga of Ryzom PC
By torak101 | Review Date:
A lot has changed in Ryzom in the last six months, heck a lot has changed in Ryzom since its launch in 2004, unfortunately not much else has changed in MMORPG's in the last 5 years. Why is it a good time to take another look at Ryzom? Because in todays MMO market there is nothing but EQ type games with the standard features like Elves, Dwarves and linear level based progression with raids and capture the flag at the endgame.
Ryzom offers an alternative to this. It is not class based players can freely choose skills, it is open ended and NON-linear. It has a unique take on a theme, a strange fantasy/sci-fi blend, some interesting and unique races to choose from and the graphics are very good.

Additionally, there is the new "Ryzom ring" which allows players to create their own content! So if you are closet/garage game designer, here is a chance to show off your talent.

It is an excellent value on top of it. First, the trial does NOT require a credit card. Next, the trial is unlimited in time but keeps you on a starter island. If you deside to subscribe the software is basically free and all you do is start a monthly billing. Can't get much better then that.

So if you are tied of the same old fantasy garbage with elves and dwarves killing orcs and 10 rats, give this game a try, the community adds the RPG back into the MMO title.

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