Greg ‘Ghostcrawler’ Street, a highly influential developer known for his work on World of Warcraft and League of Legends, is now working on a brand new MMORPG under his own studio, Fantastic Pixel Castle. The studio recently unveiled its upcoming game, codenamed Ghost, which is described as a “modernized fantasy MMORPG.” In this exciting new game, players will have the opportunity to play with friends and build communities as a key focus.
Ghost will offer a unique gameplay experience by dividing the online game into private and public “shards.” This innovative feature allows players to choose who they play with as they build their bases, collect resources, and impact their own shard. The choices made within the shards will persist between gaming sessions. Additionally, shards will offer PvP between players and guilds, providing a dynamic and competitive aspect to the game.
A Forgotten Apocalyptic World
The original fantasy world of Ghost is set in the aftermath of a forgotten apocalyptic event. Players will take on the role of inhabitants who must rebuild their civilization by traveling to different shards of the universe. The game’s story will be developed over a series of seasons, with player actions having a direct influence on the evolution of the setting.
Breaking Away from Traditional Tropes
Unlike many other fantasy MMORPGs, Ghost will deviate from traditional tropes such as orcs and elves. However, players can still expect to encounter familiar weapons like crossbows and axes, as well as elements of magic. The game will offer a variety of classes, including tanks, healers, and DPS, with some unconventional roles also thrown into the mix for added excitement and diversity.
Greg Street leads the team at Fantastic Pixel Castle, which includes other highly experienced developers from World of Warcraft and League of Legends. The studio is also joined by developers who have worked on other popular MMORPGs such as Guild Wars 2. Publisher NetEase will be responsible for releasing the game, bringing their expertise in handling successful MMOs to the table.
Although the release of Ghost is still in the early stages of development, Greg Street assures the community that they will be actively involved. Fantastic Pixel Castle plans to show the game early and often to the community, welcoming constant feedback to ensure that the game aligns with the players’ expectations and desires.
The MMORPG community has much to look forward to with the upcoming release of Ghost by Fantastic Pixel Castle. With its modernized fantasy setting, innovative gameplay mechanics, and a dedicated team of experienced developers, this new MMORPG promises to deliver an immersive and exciting experience for players. Keep an eye out for more updates on Ghost as the development progresses, and join the community in shaping the future of this highly anticipated game.
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