A colorful clash of social gaming and massively multiplayer world, Free Realms was originally announced for the PC and PlayStation 3, but the console version was nowhere to be seen when the game launched in April of 2009. Since then Sony Online Entertainment promised information on the PlayStation 3 version of the game but never quite got around to delivering.
Now they’re delivering.
Free Realms launches on the PlayStation Network on March 29. Players simply need to download the client, create a character, and they’re on their way to a magical world filled with adventure, exploration and plenty of mini-games.
The game remains completely free-to-play on the PlayStation 3, with advanced content unlocked through a modest monthly subscription ($US5 on the PC) and new items available for purchase through microtransactions. Players will be able to use voice chat to communicate , in the likely case they don’t feel like hooking a keyboard to their PS3.
DC Universe Online proved that the PlayStation 3 could run a relatively intense MMO. Launching Free Realms should be a piece of cake.
Just be warned. The game looks adorable, but it’s ridiculously addictive once you find your stride.
Check out the game’s official website for more information.
Braaains
Saturday, March 12, 2011 at 10:13 AMI wonder if that $US5 a month fee is what they’ll actually charge us here, or if we’ll get shafted again like DCUO.
Prof. Ake
Sunday, March 13, 2011 at 11:31 AMDid you even read the article? It’s free to play. that $5 a month is only for exclusive content.
Braaains
Sunday, March 13, 2011 at 8:46 PMDid you even read my comment? I asked if that $5 fee – you know, the one for exclusive content – is what they’ll charge us here.