The Best of Online Gaming 2014

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With the release of the PS4 still fresh on our minds and developers hard at work on the next generation of graphically amazing titles, most assumed that gaming in 2014 would be dominated by the quest for enhanced visuals.    Certainly it’s true that everyone’s on the lookout for the next big “pretty” game to plop into their console or PC, but this isn’t really where the action is in all honesty.  No…in 2014, online gaming is all the rage, with one amazing MMO title being released after another.  Moreover, industry developers have been focusing on finding new ways to integrate various online features into what might otherwise be single player games.  2014 is shaping up to be an incredible year for online play, and here are some of the titles to take note of (now and for the near future)…

The Elder Scrolls Online

The Elder Scrolls Online

Anyone who considers themselves to be a fan of open world titles, especially fantasy-themed games like Skyrim, is online right now playing Bethesda’s new masterpiece, “The Elder Scrolls Online”.  Quite simply, everything you liked about previous games in the series is found here in addition to enhanced visuals and loads of other added features.  There really aren’t many games of this caliber out there, and for the discerning gamer who loves action and adventure, TESO is virtually unrivaled across the current gaming landscape.

Titanfall

Titanfall

One of the things that makes “Titanfall” such an interesting online gaming experience is the fact that its designers have decided to completely eschew your typical separation of single and multiplayer game modes.  Instead, they’ve opted to fuse them together amidst awesome next-gen graphics and furious mech battles.  In short, Titanfall takes many of the olden concepts of online combat and neatly repackages them in a new and exciting format that provides plenty of wholesome action.

Loads of free-to-play titles

free-to-play titles

Whether you’re a PC gamer or tend to stick to the consoles (7th or 8th generation), 2014 has brought us all loads of free games and content.  For example, Microsoft has its free games offer running for subscribers as does Sony with PlayStation Plus.  At the same time, they’ve been careful to include a number of multiplayer titles, which is really thoughtful.  What’s even better – there’s always more on the way. Love poker? Poker isn’t for everyone, but it’s definatley worth a mention. There’s some awesome online poker games for PC gamers, check out the best poker games online for more information.

Tom Clancy’s The Division (TBA 2014)

Tom Clancy’s The Division

Perhaps looking to update their tactical gameplay model, Tom Clancy’s “The Division” is probably going to be one of those titles that redefines 3rd person MMO’s.  Aside from the game’s premise (we’re all living in a post-apocalyptic “danger zone”), the game seems poised to bring a new type of gameplay to the table.  Needless to say it’s going to be interesting to see what Ubisoft comes up with.

Destiny (September 9, 2014)

Destiny

Few games are as highly anticipated as Bungie’s “Destiny”.  It’s an entirely new IP that many see as being the true successor to the “Halo” series.  Not only is this to be an advanced-looking shooter, but it’s also going to be plunging players into massive MMORPG-type environments which are said to feel “alive”.  Assuming that all goes as planned, it’s very likely that “Destiny” will end up being lauded and praised throughout late 2014 and early 2015.

The Crew (Q3 2014)

the crew

Lastly, we have one for the racing fans.  The only thing you need to know about Ubisoft and Ivory Tower’s “The Crew” is that it’s a very good-looking, nice-feeling open-world racing game with MMO aspirations.  In other words, you’ll be able to drive across the incredibly massive map with friends from all over the world, taking part in all sorts of driving activities.  In short, if driving is your thing and you’re after some great multiplayer action, “The Crew” will probably end up being “the game to get” later on this year.

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