As some of you know, DDO started a F2P section back in June, and from this writer's experience it was a really nice addition. I was able to check out the game, and if I was interested I could pass the cap and start paying. Since Turbine made that decision, a lot of MMO's have been trying this scenario. Today the news is that AoC is going to give it a try... That's right... AOC has a F2P section now to get you interested in the game. According to the Examiner:

The company is offering a free "trial" that allows gamers to wander the entire Island of Tortage for free. In fact, gamers can play the game forever without having to upgrade to a full subscription... or until Funcom says otherwise. That's certainly not a bad deal, but there's a catch.

According to the company, gamers must first create a free account, download the client, and then jump into the MMORPG before January 1, 2010. There's also another catch: the level cap is only 20, so don't expect to conquer the island as a level 100 barbarian.

In the article they reference the game's website. You have only 2 or so weeks, so hurry! Look for me there, because I'll be giving this one a shot for free :)