MMO Info: Lego MMORPG / Whirled
NetDevil to be making some sort of online product
The Lego Group <http://www.lego.com/> recently announced that "it has commenced a working relationship with NetDevil <http://www.netdevil.com/> ." Together, they will create :a massively multiplayer online gaming experience" for the Lego community. The exact form of this MMOG is unclear.
"As children around the world continue to spend more time online, we are developing new and engaging ways for them to interact with our brand," said Lisbeth Valther Pallesen, Executive Vice President, Community, Education and Direct Division Lego Group. "The Lego brand represents construction, creativity and problem solving -- values that complement the MMOG market. By merging the online world of social interaction with physical play, the Lego brand is providing new experiences for children, as well as fans. NetDevil's technological capability, openness to work with a large community, and enthusiasm for the Lego brand make them a natural partner."
"Playing with Lego bricks and developing online worlds are both creative activities. To bring them together is deeply professionally satisfying and we look forward to working with the LEGO team," said Scott Brown, president of NetDevil.
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Three Rings Gets Whirled
Try to imagine whirled peas
Three Rings <http://threerings.net/> announced today a new title called Whirled. A follow up to Puzzle Pirates and Bang! Howdy, this web-based virtual world features games and player-created content. A taste of the game can be found at whirled.com <http://www.whirled.com/> .
"Whirled is about having fun -- and making fun!" said Daniel James, CEO of Three Rings. "We've made a tremendously easy place for people to hang out, play games and then create their own stuff, from avatars and furniture to complex multi-player games. Using Flash opens up Whirled creation to the vast number of skilled Flash artists and developers. We're excited to see what in the Whirled people make!"
"We hope that our players make Whirled their home, and are inspired to contribute and create at whatever level they wish. Peas," said Michael Bayne, Three Rings CTO.
by David Radd <mailto:editor@gamedaily.com>
