I got to play a little of SilkRoad Online (with the new Europe expansion). It's still fun, and I like the way the European skills work. They seem well-rounded and just asking for party help (the magic/support characters are weak and can't tank higher level monsters by themselves, it seems). But for some reason I can't get into playing it as much as before. Maybe because I spent 22 days without even touching a computer. I don't feel drawn to play SRO (or any MMORPG) like I used to.

I also downloaded and installed Perfect World Online. I've been having some patching problems since yesterday. I'm still patching now, but I found a fix on the forums, so hopefully I can get to test it out later.

I know nothing about this game except that it's not popular in many other countries, and it isn't Korean-made. I think it's Chinese or Taiwanese or something. I dunno. The game system honestly doesn't look like anything special. Just your standard run-of-the-mill MMORPG stuff. But what drew me to the game is the awesome customization options for your character. That's pretty much the only thing I'm looking forward to. I figure it's worth at least a playtest.

Again, like I said, I'm not as interested as I was before. It's actually a good thing, though, because that means I'm ready and willing to make time for more important things in life, including, but not limited to, work.

Alright, the SRO Europe patch I've been waiting for is finally coming. The website says July 24. I'm getting excited. Although I won't be at home at that time, and I won't be until around August 10 I think. But the good news about that is that it'll be past the download rush, so I'll be able to download the client easily by then.

In other news, DW4 is still addictive and exciting.

There's a bunch of upcoming new games that I'm looking forward to.

First off, SilkRoad Online is finally releasing something I've been waiting over two years for: the Europe patch. This means there'll be more than just the Chinese side to play. Even more, it seems the European weapons and stuff are more interesting, with a focus on teamplay ("role" playing, such as having pullers, tanks, nukers and healers, just like a good old-fashioned MMORPG should have). Several new features have also been added, including improvements and fixes to old features. All the details are on the website.

In other news, Soul Calibur Legends is scheduled for release on the Nintendo Wii, later this year. I don't have much information, but it's not a regular fighting game like the other games of the title. It's listed as an "action, adventure" game, and from the looks of a few screenshots, it might be something like Dynasty Warriors (except that you play with the Wii heh).

Soul Calibur IV is also going to be released in 2008. No specific release date or period has been announced as far as I know. The graphics look even more stunning than ever. It will be released for the PS3 and XBOX 360.