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Generally favorable reviews- based on 15 Ratings

  • Summary: Vendetta Online is a massively multiplayer game, debuting this summer, which will permit thousands of players to interact as the pilots of spaceships in a vast universe. Users may build their characters in any direction they desire, becoming rich captains of industry, military heros, or outlaws. A fast-paced, realtime "twitch" style combat model gives intense action, coupled with the backdrop of RPG gameplay in a massive online galaxy. Three major player factions form a delicate balance of power, with several NPC sub-factions creating situations of economic struggle, political intrigue and conflict. The completely persistent universe and detailed storyline add to the depth of immersion, resulting in a unique online experience. [Guild Software] Expand
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  1. A decent sim that does things mostly right. It provides a solid framework for an online space sim, but it needs additional content to build and sustain its appeal.
  2. Early missions can be a bit of a grind, and you can't buy anything fancy right away, even if you have the cash. [March 2005, p.66]
  3. 65
    To the casual gamer though who just wants to be among a bunch of other players in the same game, almost every other MMO is recommended over this one.
  4. A lot like "Freelancer," only boring and with a monthly fee. [May 2005, p.94]

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  1. Gargantula
    10
    If you are looking for a great twitch (real time)based space game rpg so far, this is it! There are only 4 developers who made and are improving this game! The game is progressing nicely and they have listened to our suggestions on the forums and continue to do so. This game will constantly evolve into the best real-time space game in the MMORPG genre if it keeps going the way it is. Jumpgate is the competitor to this game and that game doesn't offer much. EVE Online is not a twitch-based game so it doesn't compare, although the graphics are nice. The critics should re-review this game when Version 2 comes out later in 2007. Expand
  2. [Anonymous]
    10
    The only thing more amazing than the great focus on intense gameplay exhibited by this MMO, is the fact that small-time company Guild Software managed to develop it, and is still pumping out new features and content every month in the shadow of huge MMOs with bigger publishers and enormous corporate backing. Expand
  3. Vendetta Online remains a true diamond in terms of gameplay, survivability, and fun. There is no other gaming experience that has come close to reproducing the effect that Vendetta Online's multiplayer space twitch combat deftly inspires. The company Guild Software also deserves applause for their dedication and vision in bringing this experience to users in the face of overwhelming odds, and for their honesty and innovation in maintaining and developing their remarkable end product. I was fortunate enough to meet the lead developer, John Bergman, and this furthered my confidence that Vendetta Online will continue to grow and come into its own as the years continue. As a subscribed user since the Alpha stages of June 2003, I highly recommend this product to anyone with an interest in coruscating and intuitive combat in a rich and believable world, or to anyone with an interest in games in general. Expand
  4. While considered to be in the broader MMORPG genre, VO is technically more of an MMOFPS. It has a strong focus on hands-on first-person piloting and combat, with a slew of other activities like trading, mining, crafting, racing, and various player-organized events mixed in, with a minimal focus on grinding and roleplay. It is a community-oriented game with a small, close-knit and dedicated community of players that is slowly but steadily growing. The learning curve starts out a little bit steep, but it doesn't take long to grow adjusted, and it is a very fun, rewarding, and addicting game when you do. It is under constant development as it has been since 2004, by a small team of developers, and gameplay aspects are added or changed periodically. Expand

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