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Dragonica Review

Aug 23, 2009 Dragonica|1,349views

Dragonica is a side scrolling 3D action MMORPG created by Barunson Interractive. Barunson began Dragonica’s development in March of 2006 and finally released the game to three locations. Dragonica EU: Gpotato. Dragonica NA: THQ ICE. Dragonica SEA: IAH Games.

Gameplay

Dragonica’s game play follows the traditional side scrolling genre, its controls are completely customisable and are very easy to learn.  (Maple Story, Wonder King, and Windslayer) but it sets itself apart by focusing on group instances. The game consists of “Mission Maps” for every character level bracket. Each map features five progressive levels. This promotes excellent group community. Most of your experience will be spent playing with three other players.
Character Development

The game follows very close to the typical class development seen in most action RPGs. Initially you are able to choose between  Thief, Magician, Warrior, and Archer and at level twenty you get to choose again. Jesters/Assassins. Hunters/Rangers. Priests/Battle Mage. Knights/Gladiators. The game however makes your choice simple by giving each sub class a distinct advantage in either PVE or PVP thus you are forced to choose between PVE or PVP very early in the game.. At level forty you can access your third class advancement. There are also four secret classes not yet implementedin the game.  Dualist. Bard. Doctor and Gunner.

Item Drops

Although Dragonica’s world map item drops are very limited, “Mission Maps” offer a easy way to obtain items. Each time you complete a “Mission Map”.you are given a rank, based on your performance. The higher your rank the more items you will receive. The ranks range from D-C-B-A then S. This can offer incentives and challenges to players. .

Equipment Customisation

Dragonica offers the player extensive customisation regarding their gear. Each Gear will have different stats and can can be upgraded two distinct ways, Enhancement and Soul Force. You may also choose to disassembled gear by clicking the hammer in your inventory in order receive more Souls that can be used to improve your gear

Graphics

Dragonica is exceptional among its family genre (Wind Slayer, Maple Story and WonderKing) and is a stunning side scrolling MMORPG. With well designed characters, distinct class gear, and an inspiring world, Dragonica has a way of absorbing you into the games atmosphere and has few limitations. Graphically Dragonica outshines its side scrolling competitors and has a throwback art design reminiscent of older RPGS.

community

Dragonica has a very simple concept of community. It offers a Guilds, and a “Couple” system that can be leveled up to access newer abilities. It focuses heavily on a party atmosphere. Dragonica can definitely be seen as community based MMORPG with typically friendly players.

Player Vs Player

Although you can not engage PVP in the world map Dragonica does offer an extensive Player/Player system.  You may click the Player/Player tab at any point you are in the world map. You are given different PVP options, including different PVP maps. A PVP match can range anywhere between one/one to five/five. You can also collect points based on your PVP success which can be traded for set class gear.

Different Versions:

IAH

IAH Games: SEA/Global

* Pros- Will be the first to receive new game material
* Pros- Currently has the Most Players out of all servers
* Cons- Servers have the most lag
* Cons- Long downtime durring maintenance
* Cons: Fashion items in cash Shop will not be permanent
* Community: Casual, Relaxed Environment.
* Rank 8/10

THQ

THQ ICE: North America

* Pros: Cash Shop Items can be permanent
* Pros: Servers have less lag then SEA
* Pros: Short downtime durring maintenance
* Pros: Offers party buffs based on party member’s class
* Pros: Offers the “Couple” System
* Cons: Has more bugs currently then other versions
* Cons: Will be the last to receive new material
* Community: More “Serious” players then SEA
* Rank: 8/10

gpotato

gpotato: Europe

* Pros: Next to no lag
* Cons: Very Few Players
* Community: Hard to Find a party based on low player volume
* Rank 6/10

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