“DCUO has been dead since the 2011 cyber attack. It’s still dead today nearing the death of this game for a while now.”
“DCUO is crap, it’s dead, nobody even plays anymore”
The above quotes or some version of them have shown up on social media, gaming blogs, and in the DC Universe Online forums themselves.
This negative view of the game has been around for years, however, I’d like to take a look at why DCUO has never been more alive.
However dire that prediction seemed, membership, in-game purchases, and cross-play between PC, Playstation, and X Box platforms remain steady and pretty consistent on in-game populations.
And a new platform will be bringing the DCEU to gamers on the Nintendo Switch. This will start on August 6th, 2019, and the anticipation of a new platform to play on is high. With server connections able to set up crossplay between platforms, the development, art, and story teams have taken a unique way of looking at the DC entertainment universe.
From item capsules that tie into movies or comic storylines, to downloadable content or DLC episodes that go deep into DC mythology, this game is far from dead.
Like other MMORPG or Massively Multiplayer Online Roleplaying Game, platforms DCUO has your typical damage dealing role, which is the default for all players, but also three support roles.
Controller-keep the opposing forces off of your teams back, and keep their powers charged. Within this group of powers are the gadgets of Batman, the light powers of Green Lantern or Sinestro, or the mental powers of J’onn J’onzz.
Healer – self-descriptive, really, but along with healing your team, you can also utilize shielding to keep them safe. Power sets include water control, ala Mera, Nature powers like Poison Ivy or Beast Boy, and celestial powers akin to The Spectre.
Tank – Helps to protect teammates by taking damage, low-level healing, and adding protective measures. Power such as Mr. Freeze or Killer Frost’s Ice mastery, Geo Force’s Earth power, and Firestorm’s atomic abilities are all under this umbrella.
Basic powers come in-game, with three powers each group, then additional powers are available via subscription or separate purchase. Also, during gameplay, you can either earn or purchase, various iconic costume and appearance sets during gameplay. It’s possible to have a very convincing ninja, pulp, anime or even Green Lantern or Bat-character over time.
Team ups with iconic characters from the hero side include Superman
Versus Lex Luthor.
Also, you can fight Joker’s clowns with an ice tornado while trying to free Commissioner Gordon.
Or you can combat Harley Quinn.
You can also purchase unique bases and items such as an underwater base with Atlantean highlights and undersea scenery.
If you are new to the game, YouTube Channels such as Torikumu’s are helpful.
And for those playing on the NintendoSwitch, the good people at DCUO/Daybreak games have provided com helpful info at the following links: