This E3 has probably seen more MMO’s then any other before it, in this industry it’s always a pleasure to see a game return, and such was the case with Ryzom this year. Last year I had the opportunity to see Ryzom’s Outpost episode and hear some of the first news of there exciting new expansion known as The Ring. The Ring is a first for an MMO. It will take players where they have never been able to go before, in to the designer’s seat. The Ring will take the player experience to a whole new level because for the first time they will be able to design their own quests for friends, guildmates or anyone who plays Ryzom if they choose.

Many aren’t familiar with Ryzom; the game was launched in 2004 by French developer Nevrax. The game takes place on the planet Atys, a diverse world with five rich ecosystems that allows players to create a character with full customization from one of four races. The game allows players to gain experience in a number of methods, from crafting to combat, there are many ways for players to find a niche where they can fit in. The game has lots of content to offer players, including PvE, PvP and, since the release of Outposts, guild vs. guild combat (GvG). Now as if all these were not enough, what truly separates Ryzom from other MMO games is its ever evolving story line where the players are not only involved, but help to craft, the future.