Q: Are you also planning more MMO products along similar lines to RuneScape, as that’s your speciality?
Geoff Iddison: You’re absolutely right, we’ve got a very, very big investment into another MMO.

Q: Would that be something you would start in Europe again and then filter into more markets across the globe?
Geoff Iddison: No, it will be launched in the US and Europe at the same time.

Q: Can we expect it to be launched this year?
Geoff Iddison: You can expect it early next year, Q1 2009.

Q: Is that the rumoured MechScape brand?
Geoff Iddison: I can’t say too much more, I’m afraid.

Source: MMO Week: Jagex’s Geoff Iddison, GamesIndustry.biz

Discuss this on the relevant forum thread.

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In other news, Jagex have announced that a new accelerated graphics mode is on its way for RuneScape. This bodes very well for MechScape’s graphics, discuss on the relevant forum thread.

MechScape World has been glorified. A little present as an apology for my absence. I’ve said it before, and I’ll say it again. I will take this website forward no matter what, and I will use what skills I have to make that a reality. I am back, and I’m here to stay. Now, there is much to do!

Furthermore, Ren, our lead researcher, has worked hard to bring you a wealth of new and up-to-date information about MechScape. Check out the FAQ and info pages. (Don’t forget to give MechScapeWorld.com credit if you spread the word!)

Jagex’s Imre Jele stated in an interview that a “new MMO” will go live next year. Is this “new MMO” MechScape? My guess is yes

See the forum post for details.

As prediected by MechScape World, FunOrb is on its way!

Jagex.com now links to FunOrb.com.

“Welcome to FunOrb! Soon we’ll be bringing you the very best in online gaming. With loads of great games to play, plus an update every two weeks, it’s going to be THE place to go - whether you fancy quickly solving a puzzle, shooting a few aliens or even losing track of time in a multiplayer strategy fest! FunOrb is brought to you by Jagex, makers of RuneScape.”

MechScape World is pleased to announce that we have a new website! We are now under the management of Daniel Sefton - an experienced web developer hoping to bring success to the community. We will see much improvement for the near future.

With a sophisticated website and appealing design, this is the first step in becoming the greatest MechScape fan site. Everything is now dynamic - this will allow for easy management and updating of content. We can now provide you with the very latest information on the spot. This is essential to cater for our increasing popularity.

You will not be able to register on the website at the moment. You should continue to use the forums for registration. We are developing a system which will integrate every user into the website. No effort will be required on your part. Membership will allow us to offer exclusive content along with abilities such as posting comments, taking part in polls, rating articles and so on.

Let this be the start of a new era for MechScape World!