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Pathfinder Online
Pathfinder Online is a subscription based 3D sandbox fantasy MMORPG developed by Goblinworks. Pathfinder Online features no set classes, no grinding, a player driven economy, and so much more.
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Publisher: Goblinworks Type: Sandbox MMORPG Release Date: December 31, 2014 Shut Down: November 28, 2021 Pros: +Unique sandbox focus. +No set classes or grinding. +In depth crafting system. Cons: -Largely abandoned by developers. -Tiny playerbase. -Dated graphics. -Lack of polish. |
Pathfinder Online Shut Down on November 28, 2021
Pathfinder Online Overview
Pathfinder Online is sandbox MMORPG developed by Goblinworks based on the Pathfinder franchise. The game divergences from the cookie cutter generic MMORPG by having no set classes, a completely player driven economy, no unnecessary grinding, player housing, and open world PvP. The game accomplishs the "no grinding" promise by implementing steady XP gain for players whether they're online or offline, similar to how skill gain in Eve Online works. This means both casual and hardcore players will progress at the same rate, regardless of how much time they sink into the game.
Much like Camelot Unchained, Pathfinder Online was funded by crowdfunding.
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Pathfinder Online System Requirements
Minimum Requirements:
Operating System: Windows Vista / 7 / 8
U: Intel Dual Core / AMD X2 5600+
Video Card: Nvidia GeForce 8800 GT
RAM: 2 GB
Hard Disk Space: 30 GB
Recommended Requirements:
Operating System: Windows 10 64-bit
U: Intel Core i5 / AMD FX Series
Video Card: Nvidia GeForce GTX 400 series / ATI Radeon HD 7790
RAM: 8 GB
Hard Disk Space: 30 GB
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Pathfinder Online Additional Information
Developer: Goblinworks
Designer(s): Ryan Dancey
Other Platforms: Mac OS X
Game Engine: Unity
Early Enrollment Release Date: December 31, 2014
Open Enrollment Release Date: December 16, 2019
Shut Down: November 28, 2021
Development History / Background:
Pathfinder Online was developed by the Goblinworks powered by the Unity engine. The game raised slightly over $1 million through Kickstarter and aims to deliver a unique sandbox MMORPG experience. The game's name and setting is based on the tabletop Pathfinders game and the developer has an exclusive partnership with Paizo Publishing, the owner of the Pathfinder IP. The company launched their Kickstarter campaign in January, 2013 and set out to release a full game within 5 years. Early Enrollment began on December 31, 2014, allowing anyone who had backed the game on Kickstarter at a tier that included Early Enrollment or purchased an Early Enrollment package since to play.
With the release of Early Enrollment v9, Goblinworks dropped the initial box fee and allowed anyone to begin playing by simply paying a subscription fee. The company also introduced a 15-day free trial at this time.
In September 2015, it was announced that Goblinworks had suffering financial issues and that all but three of the company's staff had been laid off. At that time, Paizo CEO Lisa Stevens took over as Acting CEO.
Between September 2015 and March 2017, the game remained fairly stagnant. A few patches were released, but the game ultimately did not change much. Throughout this time, there continued to be intermittent notes from Goblinworks Acting CEO Lisa Stevens that the team was looking for someone else to take over development of the game.
On March 17, 2017, Stevens announced that the team had outlined a one-year timeline for completion of the game. The now three-person team is currently working to finish the game within the announced timeline.
On December 16, 2019 Pathfinder Online launched into Open Enrollment which allows players to subscribe at a rate of $5 per month per character. It was announced that the development team is now down to two people.
On July 27, 2021 it was announced that Pathfinder Online would shut down on November 28, 2021 following a special event that culminated with the end of the world.