The worlds most popular MPORPG has had a face lift.

Everquest II set 500 years after the first game will run in tandem with the original game.

SOE are looking at being the big seller this year in what is becoming an ever-increasing competitive market. With the likes of WOW and Middle Earth Online among a glut of games with a 04 release planned.

The game comes with an impressive list of features as well as some truly stunning graphics.


Unparalleled character customisation capabilities. In addition to thousands of armour, weapons and items users can equip, players will be able to customize their character's facial appearance to an incredible level of detail and personalization.

• A new, massive online world for thousands of players to explore, filled with danger, adventure and mystery
• Unparalleled character customization capabilities. In addition to thousands of armor, weapons and items users can equip, players will be able to customize their character's facial appearance to an incredible level of detail and personalization
• 16 races, 50 levels and 24 classes with a branching system that allows players to choose their class as they advance
• Trade skills available to all player classes
• Player-owned real estate (such as apartments, homes, and guild houses)
• No race/class limitations, allowing players to truly choose who they want to be in game
• New user friendly game mechanics with reduced learning curve for both new and seasoned players
• More than 160 unique creature types, from Orcs and Goblins to huge dragons and menacing Living Statues
• Incentives for current EverQuest subscribers
• A state-of-the-art, cinematic quality 3D graphics engine capable of improving as hardware technology advances
• State-of-the art combat, spell and skill systems

For more information or a chance to sign up for the beta please visit

http://everquest2.station.sony.com/beta.jsp