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The best of the best in online gaming

With the advancement of Internet technologies, cheaper Broadband access, and sophisticated console instruments, Online Gaming has boomed as a favored pastime all over the world. Along with it, numerous brilliant online games have captivated the imagination of users all over the world.

Some of the games have been so successful and legendary that they broke all past records and have continued to rule the top of the charts year after year.

Here is a brief review of the "Best of the Best" in Online Gaming:

WORLD OF WARCRAFT

The moment this game was released in North America, it created a sensation in the gaming world, and the demand far exceeded its supply, despite doubling of server capacity within weeks of its launch. Till today this game continues to be a craze among the gamers, with a total of 10 million subscriber base and still growing.

HALO: COMBAT EVOLVED

Halo's sharp graphics, its excellent weapon balancing, and an awesome multi-player mode created a stunning First Person Shooting (FPS) game that took the world of gaming by storm. Ever since its release, almost every FPS game continues to copy some aspect or the other from the Halo's control scheme.

LINEAGE

This game was launched quietly, without much fanfare, by a small and unknown Korean software firm called NCSoft. It went on to break all previous records and became one of the most successful MMORPGs of all time, clocking over 4 million subscribers till date.

DOOM

This game turned out to be the most talked-about first-person action shooter of all time. It was launched in the early nineties and had to depend upon LAN networks for multi-player gaming, and yet it became a legend that continues to live on till today.

HALF LIFE

This game sent shockwaves throughout the gaming world with its terrific combination of heart-pounding action and spectacular storytelling. It won over 50 "Game of the Year" awards, and went on to win the "Best PC Game Ever" title by PC Gamer.

CALL OF DUTY 4: MODERN WARFARE

This combat game became the top-selling game worldwide in 2007, with nearly 10 million copies sold till now. It won universal accolades and countless awards, including the "Best Xbox 360 Game" award by IGN.

STARSEIGE

This game was launched as an Online-only first-person action game, and went on to break all records in sales and popularity. It offers a team-based game play, great outdoors, multiple play modes, and customizable characters.

HALO 2

This game opened to unprecedented mass hysteria and quickly turned into an international bestseller. The game is credited with almost single-handedly turning the fortunes of Xbox Live online service, and adding millions of new subscribers to Xbox Live.

GUILD WARS

Among the free games online that are available without subscription, this game leaves the competition behind by miles. With outstanding graphics and unlimited possibilities, it is simply the best of the best among free MMORPGs in the world.

PERFECT WORLD

This game is recognized not only as a bestseller, but also as one of the most beautifully created online games in history. Its amazing character customization system allows you to create a "perfect" character, letting your imagination run riot, with its incredible possibilities. The game invites multiple players to discover and interact with each other.

SUMMARY: The list of "Best of the Best" Online Games can be comprehensive, but it can never be exhaustive because of the immense number of wonderful games being introduced every year. There is a fantastic game out there for everyone to suit his taste.