User:Epicahab/AfterWorld (virtual world)
AfterWorld is a "free market economy" virtual world (and MMORPG) set in post-apocalyptic Siberia.
About
[edit]AfterWorld is similar to other role playing games in that an avatar advances skills by doing things like hunting, mining, and crafting. The game has a real-cash virtual economy.
As of March 8, 2009 it had a hype level of 7.83on MMORPG.com.
Gameplay
[edit]A newcomer starts the game without citizenship. He or she must complete certain tasks to be able to leave the "Quarantine Zone" and access the rest of the world. Once a citizen, the participant develops skill and experience in many different areas by hunting creatures, mining (above and underground), refining resources, and crafting.
The real-cash economy involves the virtual currency "AWD" or AfterWorld Dollars. These can be obtained from other players or by donating cash.
Release Stages
[edit]Alpha
[edit]Alpha version was released in late 2006. Registration is open.
Beta
[edit]Beta version release is scheduled at the end of 2009.