GamesRadar - Runes of Magic

Runes of Magic Begins Christmas Celebrations (News)

Dec 3, 2009

Christmas time is also coming to Taborea: Frogster Interactive has a whole host of special events and offers around the season of giving and is set to get Runes of Magic fans in a proper Christmas mood.

Runes of Magic Helps Raise Funds for Save the Children (News)

Nov 29, 2009

Frogster Interactive is running a fund-raising promotion in collaboration with the children's rights organisation 'Save the Children Deutschland e.V.' in their free-to-play Massively Multiplayer Online Role-Playing Game (MMORPG), Runes of Magic. The publisher has announced that approximately 11,000 Euros have already come in for children in adversity.

Runes of Magic Cracks Open Lair of Demon Dragon (News)

Nov 18, 2009

This Thursday, the wrath of the demon dragon will be unleashed upon all high level players in patch 2.1.3. The dungeon contained in Aotulia Volcano is the new hardest 12 man raid in the game -- a worthy challenge to players at the top of their endgame.

Runes of Magic and Playspan Offer Game Cards (News)

Nov 18, 2009

Runes of Magic has been enjoying a nice burst of success recently, and as a free-to-play game one of the biggest things that helps it is increased visibility and access to the game's microtransaction system. So it should come has little surprise that Frogster Interactive has teamed up with PlaySpan to start moving branded game cards into 7-Eleven stores, improving both visibility and accessibility in one fell swoop. In addition, Diamonds will be purchasable at PlaySpan's online store, already a hub for several popular free-to-play game currencies.

Runes of Magic Sees Unprecedented Success; New Servers Announced (News)

Nov 15, 2009

Because of the huge impact of Runes of Magic internationally, the game's publisher, Frogster has revealed figures on the player population since the launch of Chapter II – The Elven Prophecy in August. Adventurers have already solved well over fifteen million quests and have overcome more than 250,000 boss opponents in the second chapter.

Runes of Magic Celebrates 10,000 Facebook Fans (News)

Nov 9, 2009

They're celebrating by sending fans on a scavenger hunt. Runes of Magic wants you to take a look around their social networking sites: Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube, and find four gold coins that they've hidden.

Runes of Magic to Feature New 12-Player Raid Dungeon (News)

Nov 5, 2009

It's not just the Naga who have settled around the Aotulia Volcano, the ancient species of flame dragons has been sighted in the lava filled landscape. In 'Lair of the Demon Dragon', Gestero awaits careless adventurers who don't heed the warnings. Today, Frogster Interactive has revealed the first details of a new twelve-player raid dungeon in Runes of Magic. The new instance will be introduced into the online role-playing game as part of one of the upcoming content updates.

2010 MMO Calendar Goes On Sale (News)

Oct 26, 2009

The fourth annual MMO Calendar, which raises funds for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, is now on sale.

Developers of a wide range of Massively Multiplayer Online games have dedicated artwork from their games to the cause. This year, the list includes a mix of old and new games, some yet to come such as Funcom's The Secret World.

Anyone who purchases a calendar is also entered into a prize draw where they can win one of ten prizes for each game that features in the calendar.

Runes of Magic to Celebrate Halloween with the Taborean Pumpkin Festival (News)

Oct 22, 2009

On Halloween a tasty in-game pumpkin-based event will launch in Runes of Magic. On 27th October, every player of the free-to-play Massively Multi-player Online Role-Playing Game (MMORPG) will be able to experience the Taborean Pumpkin Festival.

The Zurhidon Rise Again in Runes of Magic (News)

Oct 19, 2009

Frogster Interactive is launching a series of in-game events in the Runes of Magic game world. In a weekly rhythm, a dangerous troop of Zurhidon warriors will strike in turn on the various European servers. In the course of the manually GM controlled event, the Zurhidon will use their sinister powers to the fullest, summoning up demons for their own dire purposes.

Runes of Magic Hits 2 Million Registrations (News)

Oct 6, 2009

Frogster Interactive has today announced that the free-to-play Massively Multi-player Online Role-Playing Game (MMORPG), Runes of Magic has now recorded over two million registrations in Europe and the USA. Doing so the Berlin publisher reaches a further milestone in the marketing of its multi-award-winning MMORPG, just six months on from the release of the first chapter 'Rise of the Demon Lord' in its German and English language versions.

Runes of Magic to Receive Content Update Next Week (News)

Oct 2, 2009

In the course of the multi-staged release of the second chapter of Runes of Magic, "The Elven Prophecy", Frogster will publish an additional content update next week. In conjunction with the Aotulia Volcano zone, the publisher is adding the Cave of the Water Dragon into the live version of the fantasy game world. The new dungeon offers groups of up to six players at the level cap of 55 to experience a fresh setting with new challenges and treasure.

Runes of Magic PvP Mode Launched (News)

Sep 24, 2009

Frogster Unteractive have today revealed a brand new Player Vs Player (PvP) mode for the hugely successful free-to-play Massively Multi-player Online Role-Playing Game (MMORPG) Runes of Magic. Two teams, two fortresses and one goal: to despatch hordes of monsters at your opponent until their fortress is levelled.

Runes of Magic Aotulia Volcano Revealed (News)

Sep 20, 2009

Things are heating up in Taborea – the Aotulia Volcano is about to erupt. The new territory in Runes of Magic has been where the malevolent Naga people have been exiled for centuries. The next content update will open the gates to this new region, which is characterized by boiling lava flows.

Runes of Magic Chapter II Attracts 1.9 Million Users (News)

Sep 16, 2009

Frogster today announced that yesterday's launch of The Elven Prophecy, the second chapter of Runes of Magic, was a huge success. More than 1.9 million players are now registered in the rapidly growing online game world. The launch of the new content was free of all technical problems as the servers came back online at 12 PM CET on 15th September, following one day of preparation for the European and US re-launch.

Runes of Magic Chapter II - The Elven Prophecy Now Available (News)

Sep 15, 2009

The major content addition offers more territories for beginners and advanced players in the fantasy world of Taborea. In parallel with the online launch, a new boxed version is in the shops today at €9.95 MSRP. Runes of Magic is of course still available as a free download via the official website.

New Raid Dungeons Announced for Runes of Magic (News)

Sep 10, 2009

The new raid dungeon in the bowels of the earth will demand much of players. Only the most exceptionally experienced and equipped twelve-person raid parties should venture into the 'Hall of Survivors'. Only these groups will be able to carry out the demanding tactical combat required to go up against eight bosses in total. Equipped with powerful abilities, each of the eight bosses can dispatch unprepared adventurers within seconds.

Runes of Magic to Receive New Mini-Game (News)

Sep 8, 2009

The clown Malatina offers a new solo challenge for plucky adventurers in the Massively Multiplayer Online Role-Playing Game (MMORPG), Runes of Magic. Once per day, she will give players the opportunity to enter a challenging, obstacle-packed dungeon. The mini-game, the 'Course of Terror', will be added to the game in the final content update along with the full launch of Chapter II – The Elven Prophecy, on 15th September 2009.

Runes of Magic: New Dungeon Revealed (News)

Sep 3, 2009

The secret of the Elven folk in Runes of Magic has laid deeply hidden in the Aslan Valley for centuries. Yet dark demons have corrupted the Ents, the peace-loving guardians of this holy place, which is known throughout Taborea as 'The Origin'. Beginning 15th September, brave adventurers can explore Runes of Magic's high level group dungeon, 'The Origin' and support the Elves in leading the Ents back to the righteous path.

Runes of Magic: Varanas Nightmare Reveals the Demon Lord (News)

Sep 1, 2009

Frogster today announced that as part of the current content update Naga's Awakening, players will get to meet the namesake of Runes of Magic's first chapter, the Demon Lord. The Demon Lord haunts a nightmare version of the city of Varanas in a new open combat feature, Varanas Nightmare, in what the company calls a 'Public Encounter'. Public Encounters are instances where players do not need to be part of a party or guild to enter, however the content is difficult and grouping is recommended.

Runes of Magic Receives New Content (News)

Aug 28, 2009

The Naga are back. After a thousand years of banishment, the snake-like beings have succeeded in passing through the magical wall which once kept them from human civilisation. The new content update Naga's Awakening doesn't just tell the story of the start of the Naga invasion, but also at the same time marks the beginning of Runes of Magic's second chapter, The Elven Prophecy.

Runes of Magic Patch 1.9 Naga's Awakening (News)

Aug 28, 2009

Frogster America, Inc. today announced that the first content from the forthcoming second chapter of Runes of Magic is now live with patch 1.9.

Frogster secures rights to Runewaker's next MMORPG (News)

Aug 20, 2009

At GamesCom, Frogster has announced that they've secured global rights to Runewaker Entertainment's next MMORPG, due out in 2013.

Frogster currently owns the distribution rights for Runewaker's popular free-to-play MMORPG, Runes of Magic, in many territories, including the US and most of Europe.

Runes of Magic Launch Trailer Released (News)

Aug 18, 2009

Frogster has released the official launch trailer for the second chapter of its free-to-play MMO, Runes of Magic. Chapter II: The Elven Prophecy sees the Elves return to aid their Human allies in a battle against the serpentine Naga.

Elven Prophecy Releases Sept 15, Collectors Items Announced (News)

Aug 14, 2009

Frogster has just announced a September 15 release date for Runes of Magic's next content update, Chapter II - The Elven Prophecy. The update will bring players into new zones, like the Savage Lands, in addition to adding a new race to Runes of Magic -- the elves. September 15 will also mark the release of a boxed version of Runes of Magic for Germany, France, and Spain (at a recommended retail price of €9,90). That boxed version will include a few collectors items.

Runes of Magic: Savage Lands Unveiled (News)

Aug 6, 2009

Up high, hidden in the tree-tops of the rainforest, the Elves once erected their settlements in the Savage Lands. Now Frogster reveals the secrets of this new zone that will make its debut with the launch of Chapter II - The Elven Prophecy of award-winning Massively Multi-player Online Role-Playing Game (MMORPG) Runes of Magic.

Runes of Magic Offers Surveys for Diamonds (News)

Aug 4, 2009

Frogster America has recently partnered with Peanut Labs Media to bring Runes of Magic players a new way to earn diamonds without paying money -- surveys!

Underwater Runes Of Magic Dungeon Announced (News)

Jul 31, 2009

Frogster has announced more upcoming content for its free to play MMO, Runes of Magic.

Additional dungeons are being included with 'The Elven Prophecy', the approaching second chapter of Runes of Magic. The first instance will be called 'The Heart of the Ocean', which takes players to the sea bed to fight the Naga race.

Runes of Magic: Secret of the Goblin Mine Patch Unveiled (News)

Jul 24, 2009

Frogster has announced that it will soon deliver new content for Runes of Magic, with the large patch, Secret of the Goblin Mine. The update expands the Massively Multiplayer Online Role-Playing Game (MMORPG) world with among other things, the Goblin Mine, a new mini-game. There is also a new weapon quest series being added to the game.

Runes Of Magic: New Content Next Week (News)

Jul 23, 2009

Frogster has announced a new mini game and weapons quest series is being added to the game next week in the large patch, "Secret of the Goblin Mine".

Players will have to put best foot forward to complete the new weapons quest chains, which reward some of the best items in the game. The new mini-game, 'Gobin Mine' rewards rare armor recipes and titles.

The ability to grow plants that benefit players is also being added in this patch, which is due to go live next week.

Runes of Magic to Launch New PvP Server July 24 (News)

Jul 20, 2009

The free-to-play fantasy MMO Runes of Magic has already proven to be very popular in the rather short time the game has been running. This popularity is bolstered by Frogster America's steady stream of content updates, plus they've been firing up new servers to accommodate their players. Runes of Magic players were given a new PvE server on July 4th called Reni, in celebration of Independence Day. Frogster America announced they're also going to launch a new PvP server this week called Indigo.

Runes of Magic Expands with More EU Coverage (News)

Jul 14, 2009

In the continuing saga of Runes of Magic's world domination, Massively got word that Frogster is partnering up with games publisher UnitedGames Nederland BV to bring new features to the Dutch Runes of Magic players. This includes localization, brand new websites and community management for players in Holland and Belgium.

Runes of Magic Elf Classes Revealed (News)

Jul 10, 2009

Along with the release of the second chapter of Runes of Magic, The Elven Prophecy, the secretive Elves will appear for the first time in September as a playable race in the world of Taborea. The publisher Frogster is presenting two Elf classes today, the close combat class of 'Warden' and the magical class, 'Druid' and in doing so gives a first glimpse of the mysterious woodland folk.

Elves Add Classes To Runes Of Magic (News)

Jul 7, 2009

The elves are bringing two new playable character classes to Runes of Magic, along with the usual pointy-ears and naked mailbox dancing.

The Warden and the Druid join Runes of Magic's diverse cast of character classes when the second chapter, The Elven Prophecy, hits the game this September. The Warden is at one with the forest, travelling with a magical plant companion and casting beneficial spells on their allies.

New Runes of Magic Server to celebrate American holiday (News)

Jul 4, 2009

Free-to-play Runes of Magic opens another American server for the Fourth of July holiday. Contests, prizes, and bargains included in the festivities.

Runes of Magic: Patch 1844 released (News)

Jul 1, 2009

Jaime Skelton writes:

"Frogster brought down the Runes of Magic servers for a patch yesterday. Here are the "expected" official patch notes:"

Runes of Magic Opens New Zone (News)

Jun 25, 2009

The swamp landscape with its branching channels lies in the northern part of the up until now known game world of Taborea. While fish-like creatures of a species known as 'Tiktaalik' make the marshes themselves unsafe, the temples found on the higher ground are populated by wild clans of trolls.

Runes of Magic - Elves (Video)

Jun 24, 2009

Copies WoW in many ways except one. It's free. Still, the price point is hardly enough to compete with other titles.

Runes of Magic Diamond Give-Away (News)

Jun 21, 2009

Publisher Frogster Interactive is being particularly generous this weekend, having today announced they will be giving away Diamonds (the in-game currency of Runes of Magic) to all of its active players. Each player will receive a credit of 20 Diamonds for their Runes of Magic account, per server on which they have a character with a minimum Level 10 character.

Runes of Magic to Get a Bit More Elf (News)

Jun 12, 2009

Frogster have today revealed that in September 2009, a new leaf will turnover for Runes of Magic with a second chapter. In the upcoming Chapter II – The Elven Prophecy, the name giving elven will find their way into the game world Taborea. A widely branching background story entwines about the fairylike race with many new challenges that are going to be told in lots of new quests and new quest lines. Thus, Chapter II – The Elven Prophecy will lead players into new game regions characterized by elven lore like an elven island at the shore of Ravenfell.

Runes Of Magic Chapter II Announced (News)

Jun 4, 2009

Frogster has announced at E3 that Chapter II of Runes of Magic, the highly popular free to play MMORPG, introducing a new race, new classes, new content, a pet system, a graphics overhaul and raising the level cap.

'The Elven Prophecy' will launch in September, and will introduce Elves as a playable race with two new classes. Up until now Humans have been the only choice. Lots of lore will be brought into the game by means of a background story for the Elves.

Runes of Magic Update Coming in June (News)

Jun 1, 2009

Frogster Interactive seems to be off to a good start with their free-to-play MMO Runes of Magic, having exceeded 1 million registered users in under two months since launch. Frogster dropped some info today about the summer content they plan to release: Patch 1.7, "Return of the Ice Dwarf Kingdom" is scheduled to deploy on June 3rd.

Runes Of Magic Beta Testing In Russia (News)

May 28, 2009

Frogster has announced that Runes of Magic is now available in Russian language and that public beta testing is now open to anyone living in Russia.

Runes of Magic Attracts 1 Million Gamers (News)

May 15, 2009

Frogster has announced today that the online Role-Playing Game (RPG) Runes of Magic has now reached over a million registered users in Europe and the United States. In less than one year after announcing the game, the Berlin based publisher has been able to reach a further important milestone in the marketing of its multi-award-winning Massively Multi-player Online Role-Playing Game (MMORPG).

Runes Of Magic Gets Streamed (News)

May 14, 2009

Frogster America today announced that it will utilise steaming technology to allow players quicker first-time access to its free to play MMO, Runes of Magic.

Due to the size of RoM's client, players can currently expect to wait hours until they are able to create their first character once they begin downloading the game. However, thanks to a new deal with LLC's streaming technology, MMO BitRaider, the download time should be reduced drastically.

Runes of Magic: Secret of the Treasure Trove Revealed (News)

May 7, 2009

The ghost ship the 'Black Mary' will soon lie awaiting daring adventurers in a dark sinister grotto. In the very near future, the entrance to the high level dungeon 'Treasure Trove' with its long-forgotten pirate gold will open. The new instance is found in the online world of Runes of Magic in the newly created Ravenfell territory and furthers the story of the area's involvement with the Black Sail Pirates. Currently, the Treasure Trove is undergoing final tuning on the test server.

Runes of Magic (Review)

May 6, 2009

Who actually likes killing boars? The World of Warcraft phenomenon has passed us by entirely because we couldn’t understand the appeal of spending hours hacking and slashing through hordes of low-level creatures in order to gain experience. Replace the boars with giant mushrooms, and you’ll see that Runes of Magic makes efforts to follow the same baffling formula as WoW. ...

Runes of Magic (Screenshots)

May 6, 2009

New Gameplay Mode Introduced for Runes of Magic (News)

Apr 23, 2009

Frogster today announced that it has expanded the world of Runes of Magic, the Massively Multi-player Online Role-Playing Game (MMORPG) that is redefining the ave now been activated on the live servers, giving players new ways to play the rapidly growing free-to-play online game.

Runes of Magic: Spring Rain Festival (News)

Apr 17, 2009

Frogster has revealed screenshots and information about the Spring Rain Festival event that began today in its MMO, Runes of Magic.

Players can take part in new challenges and adventures which centre around an ancient legend, a symbol of the Earth's rebirth. The legend is the origin of the tradition of giving and receiving brightly-coloured eggs. Many new quests are available for this event, providing a large variety of rewards. Players should seek out the 'wabbits' who are said to hold surprises.

Runes of Magic Expands with Ravenfell (News)

Apr 9, 2009

Good news for those high-level Runes of Magic players out there as Frogster just announced the release of its newest zone Ravenfell. This zone is set in a Caribbean/pirate setting and is available to those players who are levels 45-50. It also introduces several new quests, bringing Runes of Magic's total quest count up to over 1,600.

Runes of Magic introduces horse racing (News)

Apr 2, 2009

Massively:

"Frogster America has announced today the implementation of an all-new horse race minigame in Runes of Magic entitled Windrunner, allowing players to compete against seven others in an obstacle course on horseback. For the price of a few Phirius tokens (obtainable through the completion of daily quests), players will face "treacherous traps full of magic" such as slow-down effects, spider webs or even speed boosters. Winners will receive a pot full of Phirius tokens that can be used both in the game world and in the item shop."

The Ice Dwarf King comes to Runes of Magic (News)

Mar 30, 2009

Massively:

"The teams at Frogster Interactive and Runewaker Entertainment are hard at work, continuing to develop more content for Runes of Magic, not content to rest after the hard work that went in up to the recent launch. Players wandering into Taborea for the first time are greeted by a world that will remind them of many of their favorite MMOs. By the mid-teens, Runes of Magic will begin to break away and stand on its own feet as an interesting free-to-play title with its own culture. For those of you who have been playing for a while (or just play a lot) you may well be up into the 30's or 40's, looking for new challenges to overcome. Luckily, there's some good news coming for you."