This is a good idea in theory, as it gives plenty of time for players to explore the world instead of just going XP hunting. We’ll see if it pays off with increased subscriber count.

EA today announced that Warhammer Online: Age of Reckoning will launch September 18 whether it is ready or not. The newest MMORPG from Mythic Entertainment will have a monthly subscription costing $14.95, with discounts available for subscribing for longer periods.

“The countdown has officially begun. Mark your calendars! September 18th is the Day of Reckoning,” said Mythic founder Mark Jacobs. He added, “For the last three years, the entire team at Mythic has poured their hearts into making Warhammer Online the next great MMORPG. We are so excited to open up this world and share it with the fans that will live in it, quest in it, go to war in it and make it come alive.”

It was recently revealed that several cities and races had been cut from the game due to quality concerns.