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DC Universe Online

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With the rise in popularity of superhero movies, it is no wonder that the gaming industry is eager to get a piece of the action, and with that came a new generation of MMORPG, one that focuses on making you the next comic book super-hero (or villain). DC Universe Online is one such game, if not the actual leading title of the genre, as it allows you to create your legacy along with DC comics legends like Batman, Superman or the infamous Joker.

The developers of this game worked in collaboration with DC comic writers to create a story arc that allows the idea of common people (the player) gaining super-human abilities.  This story arc is what drives the game, while also being written flexibly to allow both heroic or villainous characters to thrive and develop. It doesn't matter if you want to focus on saving the planet from Brainiac via the Campaign, or if you just like leveling up and pounding stuff in the free mode, you'll have plenty of things to do in this game.

A trend among all super-hero MMOs is the introduction of an extensive (overwhelming in some cases) character customization process.  This feature is something understandable since all comic book characters are as different as they can be, from costume style, to body shape and power source. If the whole goodie super-hero business is not to your liking, you could always just create a super-villain character, and wreak havoc on the world instead of saving it.

It doesn't matter if you want to create an original character or if you want to create a borderline lawsuit-eligible Batman copy, DC Universe Online will give you all the tools to do just that. Powers that can be attributed are as different as they can be, allowing you to create a character with a wide variety of skills, from a weapon's trained martial artist to a cosmic-infused ranged attacker. Exploration of the world is also made incredibly fun since your character will not be limited to walking or running, as they can choose between three main movement options: super speed, acrobatics, and flight.

The graphics of DC Universe Online Client are incredible, being one of the few titles where the cinematic trailer is not all that misleading at all. The 3D models are excellently rendered, and the textures are well designed and of the highest quality, with shaders acting realistically and animations being smooth and well responsive. Those of you that are still running older machines shouldn't worry about not being able to run this game properly since the graphics settings are incredibly customizable. This means that as long as you are willing to sacrifice some eye-candy, your game will run on almost any PC.

Missions are non-linear, and there are also randomly spawned ones that will always keep you on your toes, such as your typical bank robbery, allowing players to do what they want wherever they want. Those interested in following the storylines are in for treats since the game is continuously updated with new events featuring iconic characters from across the fictional universe. regardless if you want to help Batman stop the Joker again and again, or if you want to help the Joker capture the Bat, you'll always be able to rub shoulders with your idols at one point for the other

Choosing whether to play a hero or a villain isn't just about what characters you'll be interacting with or aesthetics, it also determines the relationship between you and other players. That being said, once you've created a character, you will automatically be deemed hostile to those of the opposite faction and certain NPCs. This antagonistic relationship is a premise for the PvP experience you will have along the way since battles between players are constantly organized in arena-like instances.

If you're the type that spent their childhood's evening reading about the great adventures of your favorite comic book heroes, then you won't mind spending the evenings fighting alongside your favorite comic book heroes. The game is well designed, constantly updated, the population is big enough to make it worth playing, and the setting alone is enough to keep you hooked for hours.

What's new in DC Universe Online 95:

  • Survival Mode: Season 1:
  • Queue up for Titan’s Training Sim in the Events tab to challenge yourself against the most difficult battles DCUO has ever seen. 30 rounds of challenge await, if you can survive. Each round consists of two waves of three minions and one boss at the end of the waves.
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