Revelation Online Outlines Design Philosophy

In the first of two blog posts, the Revelation Online team detailed their philosophical approach to game design. While a bit pedantic and almost soporific—since the post gives no further information about the upcoming MMORPG—it's a nice, quick read, that suggests the developers have put some thought into why they do what they do.

Each MMO is like a rebirth. It is a world, a life, where you encounter a different version of yourself and others. Extraordinary MMOs must create a complete world waiting to be explored; in this world, the enjoyment comes not just from excitement or having your senses stimulated or even having fun battling with others. What's important is that this world is a utopia that we long for, one that surpasses reality.

It's not often we see musings that border on being a soliloquy.

Revelation Online's Closed Beta is scheduled to begin in November. If you want guaranteed access you'll have to purchase a Founder's Pack. Unfortunately, NetEase's philosophy of Founder's Packs was not included in the post.