How to Make an Easy MMORPG
You're tired of all the same old, same old massive multiplayer online role-playing games (MMORPG) out there and want to make your own. You don't want something very involved, just something small and interesting that you and your friends can play during your downtime. There's really no such thing as an "easy" MMORPG unless you and your partners already possess all the advanced skills required: programming, graphic design, networking, and more. It will take a lot of work, but if you want to make an easy MMORPG, you can. Here's an overview of what's going to be a complex process.
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Instructions
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First and foremost, you will have to learn a computer language, such as C++ and virtual basic, to create the thousands of lines of code required by even an easy MMORPG.
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Develop your story. An easy MMORPG doesn't have to have an involved plot. You can have a standard character to simplify character creation, a fairly straightforward story line and simple quests. The easiest are the "go here," "kill it" and "get treasure" quests.
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Program the game. Once you have figured out your story and mastered your language, it is time to sit and begin programming. Since it's an easy MMORPG, the graphics and physics don't need to be top-notch. You can focus on 8-bit graphics and sounds.
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Buy a server. Every MMORPG needs to be hosted on a server that players can access to play the game. The prices of servers are varied, depending on their power, but since this is a simple MMORPG, you can get by with a cheaper server. An old computer can be turned into a server as long as it has several gigabytes of memory.
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Play the game. Get your buddies together and begin playing and debugging the game. Every game will have bugs, and by playing it, you will find out where they are and then work to fix them. MMORPGs are always in development, so when you think you are done, it's time to start developing new content. You can play the game on your computer prior to transferring it to a server, but once you are ready to have multiple players, transfer it to a server that can use its memory and processor to specifically manage your game.
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Tips & Warnings
Check out sales and used computer stores to retrofit old computers as servers. Simple is better. Just because you want to have an undead frost giant as your main steed for the game does not mean it can be done easily and on budget.
Beware the copyright. If you have an MMORPG that is surprisingly similar to others out there regardless of how basic the graphics, be prepared for a cease-and-desist order. If your game becomes increasingly popular, be aware your server could crash if there are too many people. If it does, then you will need to upgrade your server.
