We interrupt MMOtaku’s regularly scheduled posts for a public service announcement. For those who are unaware, the Philippines has recently been hit hard by Typhoon Ondoy (international name Ketsana), claiming hundreds of lives and displacing hundreds of thousands of people. The tragedy has sparked in the hearts of Filipinos and various international communities the spirits of mercy and sympathy, prompting some to take action by raising funds and other forms of aid for the victims.
Yesterday, Digital Media Exchange Inc., an online games publisher in Southeast Asia, launched its own fund-raising drive for the victims of Typhoon Ondoy:

Good news for players and fanatics of MU Online. Digital Media Exchange Inc., the game’s publisher in Southeast Asia, has just launched MU Online Season 4, the latest update to one of the longest-running massively multiplayer online role-playing games in the Philippines.
Yes, MU Online is still alive and kicking, proving the game’s skeptics wrong. I’m not much of a fan of the game either, but I’m not one to put a game with a good fanbase down.
So what’s in store for loyal followers of MU Online? Well, aside from in-game promos like the “Meet the Chaos Fairy” and “MU Raffle …read more

If you’re an MMOtaku regular, then you can recall the announcement story on the launch of Wolf Team by Asia-based online games operator Digital Media Exchange and its publishing arm mobiusgames.
Well, you need not wait any longer because Wolf Team, a massively multiplayer online first-person shooter developed by Softnyx of South Korea, is up and running. Just hie on over to the Wolf Team website, register an account, and download the game.
Curious as to what Wolf Team has to offer? Check out this mobiusgames announcement:

Do you still feel that itch to reach out and frag someone? Ever wondered what happened …read more

The open beta testing for Dekaron SEA ended recently, smoothly making way for the game’s full operation beginning September 24.
Dekaron SEA is a free MMORPG hailed all over the world for its visually stunning graphics and intense gameplay. The year’s most anticipated game for Singapore, Philippines, and Malaysia, Dekaron SEA has been on open beta since September 3.
With thousands and thousands of players playing everyday, Dekaron SEA is increasingly becoming the most popular MMORPG title in the region.
Previously unavailable during the open beta testing period, Dekaron SEA will finally open the “D-Shop” during its commercial launch. “The players have …read more

Yes, I hate fishing in Dekaron! Who doesn’t? Actually, I don’t really see the point why characters need to fish when the fish you catch only either 1) heals you or 2) replenishes your mana. Well, it’s a different matter entirely when you don’t have Dil, the in-game currency.
Still, even if I’m low on cash, I’d rather hunt Akris, which give rather hefty experience points and good items, than fish, which only gives your character a measly 10 to 12 experience points for every catch.
I almost changed my opinion when I got this bauble as a reward for finishing the …read more

Speaking of Dekaron, here’s a handy tip for newbies to the online game that is currently in open beta phase in Southeast Asia, thanks to its licensed operator, mobiusgames.
Well, Dekaron is just like any MMORPG in the sense that you earn experience either by killing mobs or finishing quests. Dekaron, however, has something akin to a bonus monster. It’s called the Akris (which look like a large deer or moose), and the experience points it gives is higher than the normal mobs and the items it drops include potions and magical weapons and armor.
What’s even better is that they’re not …read more

Here’s something that never changes no matter what MMORPG you play: Vendors and the way they clutter the streets and every nook and cranny of towns and cities.

Screenshot taken by Joel from the online game Dekaron, developed by GameHi and operated in Southeast Asia by dme and mobiusgames.

First off, I’d like to apologize to the thousands upon thousands (yeah, right) followers of this space for the seemingly long lull this past week. Truth is, I’ve been slaving in front of the PC to bring you more Asian MMORPG goodness than you can handle.
Well, it has been both a very productive and unproductive week for me, depending on how you look at things. Productive because I’ve been playing non-stop, except for the repeated bathroom breaks due to cold weather and the body’s need to replenish energy by taking in food and getting short, energizing catnaps.
For the most part, …read more

What better way to make diehard MMORPG players salivate for a game than showing them clips upon clips of videos. This is just what mobiusgames, operator of Dekaron in Southeast Asia, is doing.
So, in case you missed the jump onto the Dekaron bandwagon, I suggest you watch these videos to whet your appetite in time for open beta this September:

Well, it’s finally over … the closed beta test of Dekaron Southeast Asia, I mean. I was supposed to post another gripe about the game’s CBT, but decided to forgo it until we go into open beta, which would be the real test both for players and, of course, online games operator mobiusgames.
Here’s the lowdown from mobiusgames:
The End of the Beginning
Closed Beta Testing for Dekaron SEA is now over.
Thank you for playing with us. Team mobiusgames is overwhelmed with your support. We appreciate each and everyone’s contributions in making Dekaron SEA on Closed Beta Testing a success.
To keep the playing …read more