Dead or Alive Online

Dead or Alive Online is a PC-based game from the Dead or Alive series, with online capabilities created by Lievo Studios. Shown at the 2008, the game was planned to be released during the 2008 Beijing Olympics.

The game only reached open beta level, with the latest beta having been released on August 24, 2009. On January 9, 2010, all Dead or Alive Online servers were closed, meaning people are no longer able to play the game. The game was in Chinese, but could be excessed internationally. The game's future state is unclear at this point.

Development
The game follows the storyline and plot of Dead or Alive Ultimate, with Hitomi added to the game. Most of the content and gameplay of Ultimate is retained and reused into the game. Apart from single player matches and fights, players can also bring fights online, challenging other players worldwide. This is a free online game, but some content, such as various characters or costumes, need to be paid for in order to play with.

Dead or Alive Online was downloadable from the official website. Players were required to create an chibi-styled avatar during registration, which will repersent the player in the communtiy. The player could enter matches against NPC or real-life players, or take part in quests to unlock items.

The servers for Dead or Alive Online closed in January 2011. The ability to register to the beta was open until November 24, 2010, to at that point only players who have registered beforehand could have played. It is unknown if Dead or Alive Online will be re-released as a completed game, or if all progress has stop after the severs close.

Also See

 * Promotional artwork and wallpapers for Dead or Alive Online

External Link

 * Official Website - Chinese
 * Dead or Alive World - Chinese to English set-up, tutorial, and menu guide