The evolution of browser-based games has seen us advance from simple Tetris clones to full-fledged fantasy worlds. The growth of the MMO genre in particular has really reshaped the world of gaming in general, with most popular titles such as World of Warcraft and EverQuest requiring large client applications in order to play. However, these massive games have also made their presence known in the browser realm. One example of a browser-based MMO that has made a large impact is Runescape, which boasts an active member base of several million players.
One company aiming to create full-scale MMOs that can be played within your browser is Gameforge, who is looking to make a push into the U.S. market. The German-based game developer has recently opened a new office in San Francisco, and they appear to be creating browser-based games tailored towards the more hardcore gamer. Gamasutra recently spoke with company president Lars Koschin about the future of MMOs in the browser.
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