GamesRadar - Vanguard: Saga of Heroes

Vanguard gets final 3 weapon sets: Druid, Necro, Sorcerer (News)

Aug 31, 2009

Vanguard: Saga of Heroes doesn't get as much attention as other SOE games, but it clearly has a dedicated community of players. It's also a game that has seen a significant amount of change since it launched, and the developers are continually improving Vanguard through player input.

Steam Drops MMO Prices This Weekend (News)

Jun 12, 2009

Steam has marked down MMORPGs from 20-75% off. Not only that, but they still come with a free month of play, meaning trying out games like Age of Conan and Everquest II will only cost about $10.

Future Vanguard update to fix the players' choice of bugs (News)

Jun 8, 2009

Massively:

"An upcoming patch to Vanguard has been designated as the "Player's Choice" update, and recently the players decided that it should be focused on bug-squashing. The next phase of this process is now underway, and players can submit their choice of which bugs to fix at this thread. There are a few guidelines for people planning to put in their two cents, the most important being that each person can only submit one bug, and they should do their best to avoid repeating previously suggested ones."

Vanguard: Halls Of The Pantheon Screens (News)

May 21, 2009

To celebrate the release of the latest Vanguard update, Halls of the Pantheon, Sony Online Entertainment has released eight new screen shots of the game.

Vanguard Halls of the Pantheon Update Goes Live (News)

May 21, 2009

Vanguard has been patched with its "Halls of the Pantheon" game update, which marks the first level cap increase for the game. The new level cap is 55, and Massively is already hearing from the community that getting through the five extra levels is going to take a bit of work. The titular Halls of the Pantheon will have players proving themselves to the gods of Telon in return for great rewards.

Vanguard To Add RMT (News)

Mar 13, 2009

Sony Online Entertainment's MMO, Vanguard, is to have Real Money Trading added for its players using the same system as the other MMO owned by SoE, EverQuest 2.

Live Gamer has partnered with SoE to provide players with a secure way to trade virtual items including in-game currency, characters and items. As with many MMOs, the game is currently plagued with third party sites advertising currency for sale and other services such as power leveling and account sales.

Groundbreaking Mmo Library From Sony Online Entertainment Arrives On Steam (News)

Jan 16, 2009

EverQuest®, EverQuest® II, Vanguard: Saga of Heroes®M and Pirates of the Burning SeaTM Available Now.

Vanguard gets new features & expands race/class combos on test (News)

Dec 3, 2008

Massively: "The Vanguard test server is hopping with the release of additional classes for most races and a host of other new features including galleons, fishing and a games arena. The lore behind the updated classes is that some races have been trained by others in practices needed for war while others have taken it upon themselves to learn and adapt."

Vanguard hopes for a second chance (News)

Sep 21, 2008

When Vanguard launched, hopes were high that the game would be a breath of fresh air in the MMO market. Unfortunately, the game didn't meet the expectations of many gamers, who lamented its unfinished state and subsequently left. Sony Online Entertainment hasn't given up on Vanguard though, and they're now offering an incentive for players to return.

Vanguard Game Update 6 goes live, adds free trial/newbie area (News)

Sep 14, 2008

One thousand. That's how many bug fixes are in Vanguard's sixth game update, which has now gone live. In addition to the fixes, there's a new newbie area for levels one through ten called the Isle of Dawn. Word is that it will eventually serve as a free trial setting. For now, though, it's just an easy place to get a new character started.

SOE also redid character models, offering new customization options and making some changes that lower the models' system performance hit.

The most controversial changes are a whole slew of class damage adjustments. SOE looked at every single class in the game and adjusted its damage output to ensure "that each lands in their correct place in the spectrum of classes." The details of all those changes are buried in the patch notes.

Vanguard: Saga of Heroes - Telon rides on (Video)

Jun 10, 2008

What does the main man behind EverQuest do for an encore? This massively multiplayer fantasy role-playing game, that's what.

Telon Rides On Gone Live (News)

May 29, 2008

GamingShogun writes: "Vanguard: Saga of Heroes®, fifth game update titled "Telon Rides On", introduces unique land mounts customized for each one of the player races in the game. With the launch of the game update, a citizen's favor can now earn them great rewards and is of high importance to those throughout Telon. Residents of each town are seeking adventurers to help spread the city's influence across the land..."

Vanguard: Saga of Heroes update #4 released (News)

Mar 12, 2008

Sony has informed us that Game Update 4 has been released for Vanguard: Saga of Heroes and brings the permanent flying mounts in addition to an extensive list of game play features. Players will notice a significant revamp of the Riftway system, the addition of an overland raid for high-level players, updates to three classes, bug and performance fixes and the inclusion of Veteran player rewards.

MMO Charts version 22.0 (News)

Feb 15, 2008

Bruce Woodcock's MMOGChart.com has updated with his latest tracking of MMO subscriptions.

MMOGChart.com is dedicated to research in tracking the growth of subscription-based Massively Multiplayer Online Games (MMOGs). Each version is updated with new figures, charts, graphs, and Woodcock's analysis.

His latest charts and analysis are listed under Alternative Sources.

Sony Online Entertainment Spreads the Love This Valentine's Day (News)

Feb 13, 2008

IGN: Online titles will host a variety of in-game Valentine's Day events, including EverQuest II's Erollisi Day.

Happy Anniversary, Vanguard! (News)

Jan 30, 2008

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY
VANGUARD!

Because it can never be said enough, thank you to all the wonderful players who help make the world of Telon the exciting, challenging and fun world that it is! Your dedication and contributions to Vanguard and its community are invaluable. We look forward to many more years of fun and excitement!

Be sure to participate in the Anniversary Trivia on the Official Forums!

Kiddie Porn & Abuse Surrounding MMO Gold Selling (News)

Nov 16, 2007

Most MMO players know the story of IGE and Affinity Media by now, (the owners of WoWhead, Allakhazam, Thottbot and WoWinterface), and their relationship. A really interesting article popped up on Radar Online today which highlights some of the dodgy characters that are involved in the Affinity Media business which had claimed to have no involvement with IGE. Brock Pierce who is an advisor and a board member of Affinity Media, is highlighted in the above article and I have to say there's some pretty unsavoury stuff here pointing at child abuse. This has been brought up before regarding Brock Pierce who has apparently denied charges but there are filed legal cases which he has tried to settle.

In related news, there has been paperwork filed this week where IGE admits that it is Affinity Media (see additional link). Not that anyone doubted it. Next time you hit up an Affinity Media site, just think about who you are supporting and who's pockets your traffic is lining with cash.

Vanguard: Saga of Heroes (Screenshots)

Jul 11, 2007

What SOE is showing at E3 (News)

Jun 21, 2007

PSN@Home has decided to go on a journey. One that will take us quite a bit of work, one where we may have to "bribe" some companies! Although luckily we have spoken with a Rep for Sony Online Entertainment and they made it very easy for us to know what is going on with them at E3 this year.

SOE and Sigil in talks over Vanguard (News)

May 1, 2007

It's speculated that Sony Online Entertainment may acquire Vanguard: Saga of Heroes developer Sigil Games, following the revelation that the two are in talks regarding the future of both the PC MMOG and Sigil. Speaking to Vanguard Vault, Sigil CEO Brad McQuaid admitted that Vanguard isn't doing as well as hoped but explained that talks with the game's publisher SOE "are going well and first and foremost, our primary concern right now is what's best for Vanguard and its community." "We want to ...

Vanguard Improves (News)

Mar 3, 2007

Saga of Heroes MMO sees first major update next week.

Sony Online Entertainment's Vanguard: Saga of Heroes MMO is getting its first major online update. Available March 6, the update adds more than a dozen new weapon models, six new NPC races (Djinn, Mnalus, Mudmen, Sand Giants, Ichtakhta and Xennu), two new areas for adventuring and nine visually.

Vanguard getting first content update next week (News)

Mar 2, 2007

Recently released MMORPG Vanguard: Saga of Heroes is to receive its first content update on March 6. New additions include new weapon models, six new NPC races and two new mid to high level areas to adventure in - Deep Swamp and Gorgalog. A number of the game's existing dungeons are also receiving art and lighting ...

Vanguard: Saga of Heroes - ships 02-21-07 (Video)

Feb 21, 2007

What does the main man behind EverQuest do for an encore? This massively multiplayer fantasy role-playing game, that's what.

Vanguard: Saga of Heroes - Wyvern 02-14-07 (Video)

Feb 14, 2007

What does the main man behind EverQuest do for an encore? This massively multiplayer fantasy role-playing game, that's what.

Vanguard: Saga of Heroes (Review)

Feb 8, 2007

After nearly five years in development, Vanguard has created much buzz in MMO circles. Originally billed as the game that hardcore World of Warcraft players would want to leap into after getting tired of grinding Blizzards end game, and later toned down (if not the game, then at the very least its marketing) to appeal to a wider audience, Vanguards lengthy development has clearly had its share of ups and downs. But despite any hate you may have heard on message boards in the days and weeks ...

Vanguard: Saga of Heroes Gets Release Date! (News)

Jan 12, 2007

Sony Online Entertainment and Sigil Games Online today announced that the upcoming massively multiplayer online role-playing game Vanguard: Saga of Heroes will be released to retail outlets across North America and Europe on January 30, 2007, for the suggested retail price of US$49.99. A limited edition is also available for a suggested retail price of US$89.99.......

Vanguard: Saga of Heroes beta kicks off (News)

Jan 4, 2007

Fileplanet is opening the Wonka-doors and letting gamers run amuck in the massive world of Telon starting tomorrow, January 5th, with a week long exclusive beta access to Vanguard: Saga of Heroes. The game is promising to build upon both the successes and shortcomings of other MMOs such as World of Warcraft and Everquest by offering character options a-plenty and a much more open ended experience than we've seen before. You better believe that players eager enough to pre-order, and leave ...

New images from Vanguard: Saga of Heroes (News)

Dec 15, 2006

We can't speak as to whether the inhabitants of the continent of Telon celebrate Christmas, but they sure are in a gift-giving mood this holiday season. Just in time to make a snappy present, they (with the help of Sony Online Entertainment and Sigil Games Online) have bestowed brand new screenshots of the environments from their upcoming MMORPG, Vanguard: Saga of Heroes. After you've fully customized your character's race and class, there'll be no shortage of space in which to navigate. We're ...

New Vanguard trailer and pre-order goodies (News)

Dec 5, 2006

Even the heroes of Telon know how to bust out the spiked egg nog and celebrate the holidays because we recently got our mitts on a new trailer showing off one of the land mounts youll be able to ride in mega-MMORPG Vanguard: Saga of Heroes. Players gain access to land mounts once they reach level 10, but the imposing Shadow Hound will be reserved for those with higher levels. Not much is known about the beast, other than its ability to sprint across terrain and rugged mountains. It also looks ...

Vanguard: Saga of Heroes (News)

Oct 13, 2006

Today Sony Online Entertainment released details on the special features and exclusive items available for early-bird fans that purchase the pre-order and Collector's & Guild editions of their latest entry in the MMORPG genre, Vanguard: Saga of Heroes. In an attempt to lure gamers in for the long haul, a large list of features and items come with the pricier Collector's & Guild edition of the game. If youre ready to invest $89.99 in the game and make the commitment, youll get: An art book ...

Vanguard: Saga of Heroes (News)

Oct 3, 2006

What does EverQuest creator Brad McQuaid do for an encore? Build the world of his dreams, that's what. Among the scores of up-and-coming massively multiplayer online games coming out this next year, Vanguard: Saga of Heroes stands head-and-shoulders above the rest in terms of our expectations. Even the group of otherwise mundane environment shots that were released today smack us upside the head with their enormity. McQuaid clearly doesn't want anything bumping his noggin in Vanguard - nearly ...

Vanguard: Saga of Heroes - Special Report (Feature)

Sep 15, 2006

GamesRadar recently had the honor of spending two solid days completely immersed in the early version of Sigil Games Online's new massively multiplayer online role-playing game Vanguard: Saga of Heroes. We have returned from our journeys with more information than could possibly fit in our heads - good thing we brought a couple of notebooks. With deeper access than anyone else at this stage, we've compiled the most expansive hands-on preview you're going to find anywhere. Covering every nuance ...

Vanguard: Saga of Heroes - Special Report (Day 5) (Feature)

Sep 15, 2006

For the final day of our Vanguard mega-info explosion, we've saved the best for last. Massively multiplayer games are about more than combat (no matter how rich a system one might employ), and Vanguard: Saga of Heroes provides more alternatives to hacking and slashing by offering two additional spheres for class advancement: crafting and diplomacy. We'll begin by taking a look at crafting and giving you an insider's perspective from Senior Designer Salim Grant. In the second section of today's ...

Vanguard: Saga of Heroes - Special Report (Day 4) (Feature)

Sep 14, 2006

"The biggest weakness of our grouping system could be that grouping is actually too fun," proclaimed the mighty Darrin MacPherson, Senior Game Designer on Vanguard: Saga of Heroes... and after logging a few hours in the sprawling land of Telon, we'd be inclined to agree. This is not to say that you can't "solo" (MMO-ese for playing all by yourself) in Vanguard. The team at Sigil has been sure to include plenty of quests and adventures for individuals who would rather go it alone, but the most ...

Vanguard: Saga of Heroes - Special Report (Day 3) (Feature)

Sep 13, 2006

Now that you have an idea of what kind of adventurers you can step into to quest through the land of Telon, we figured you might need an idea of the kind of foes you'll be facing. To that end, we sat down with Senior Artist Minoh Kim and Artist Rick Winter and shot question after question about the tons of monsters they'd created, and continue to create, in the ...

Vanguard: Saga of Heroes - Special Report (Day 2) (Feature)

Sep 12, 2006

There are actually three different Spheres of classes in Vanguard: Saga of Heroes (didn't we mention that this game is huge?). In this portion of the preview, we'll focus on the Adventuring Sphere of classes which you'll select when you initially create your character. (We'll cover the Crafting and Diplomacy Spheres later in the week.) Your Adventuring class determines what kind of skills your character will be able to learn as you gain experience. These skills are predominantly combat based, ...

Vanguard: Saga of Heroes - Special Report (Day 1) (Feature)

Sep 12, 2006

Vanguard: Saga of Heroes bears one of the richest character customization systems in the vast universe of MMOs. Boasting nineteen races and fifteen classes, you're faced with overwhelming possibilities before you even start playing. In addition, for those that love tweaking their digi-persona's features, Vanguard provides a ton of sliders that give you complete control over every aspect from facial deformations to body physique ...

E3 2006: Vanguard: Saga of Heroes updated impressions (Preview)

May 11, 2006

Today at E3, we met Jeff Butler, president of Sigil Games, at his new publisher Sony Online Entertainment. Jeff also happens to be the executive producer of Vanguard: Saga of Heroes, the highly anticipated, massively multiplayer online role playing game. Weve seen Vanguard before, but the smug look on Jeffs face betrays a man who has made his dreams a reality. One look at the new version of the game tells us Sigil has made incredible strides in artistic appeal. The team has forged amazingly ...

Vanguard: Saga of Heroes (Preview)

May 5, 2006

Vanguard: Saga of Heroes seeks to define a new age in the massively multiplayer role-playing genre. Under the direction of veteran game designer (and EverQuest co-daddy) Brad McQuaid, developer Sigil has set out to design what they're calling a "third-generation MMO": a next step in evolution beyond first-gen EverQuest and second-gen World of ...

Vanguard to swap publishers (News)

May 5, 2006

Vanguard: Saga of Heroes, the long-awaited massively multiplayer online role-playing game from EverQuest creator Brad McQuaid, is due out this winter - but who will publish it? Probably not Microsoft, as Sony Online Entertainment is currently snagging the publishing rights. In a press release, Sigil Games CEO Brad McQuaid said, “As the development process is ongoing and constantly shifting, it became clear that Microsoft Game Studios and Sigil had varying visions and direction for the ...