La Tale, a whimsical 2D MMO with simple gameplay for all ages, has just received a new addition to spice things up: a Player vs. Player Fight Arena.

Players can now access the Fight Arena and compete in free-for-all battles that support two, four or eight players at a time. Each player enters the Fight Arena with increased statistics and health for an intensified combat experience. Players gain points for knocking other players out, but they must constantly be ready, as knocked-out players can re-spawn with full health to rejoin the battle. Bonus boxes filled with power-ups add an exciting twist to PvP combat. After the battle, contenders receive points that can be spent on special items.

From the description it sounds similar to Super Smash Bros. Brawl. So if you're a La Tale fan who's always wanted to PvP, hop into the Fight Arena and try it out. You can read the full announcement after the jump.

We recently interviewed Producer Ross Parks on the success of La Tale, and he mentioned the game will receive updates on a regular basis. Well, it's only been two months since the game's launch you can already explore some brand new areas, including a new city.

Players can explore new areas and brave new challenges. Ves, the newest city, offers beautiful scenery inspired by Indian culture and architecture. Orca Beach and the Jungle are as lush as they are dangerous. Plus, for the truly brave, the Ruin of Ktuka offers great treasures and secrets to those who can survive its challenges.

You can also try out the new LaDeck system, which uses Gold Darts of Luck to win prizes. The full press release regarding these announcements can be found after the jump.

OGPlanet opened the doors to their highly anticipated 2D side-scrolling MMORPG this afternoon. Check out the details about this totally free MMORPG in the official press release:

Charming Side-Scrolling MMORPG Makes Its International Debut

El Segundo, Calif.- Sept. 18, 2008- OGPlanet, an innovative provider of multiplayer online games, today announced the launch of side-scrolling MMORPG La Tale. In addition to being OGPlanet's first 2D, side-scrolling MMORPG, La Tale is also unique in that it is the first game that OGPlanet is launching to a worldwide audience. Unlike OGPlanet's other, North American-based games, La Tale will be available to players in every country that does not currently have their own version of the game.

"La Tale is a perfect addition to our portfolio of multiplayer games and a great first step into the international market," said Ross Park, the producer of La Tale. "The depth of the La Tale world, with its diverse environments, charming characters and engaging gameplay, will please OGPlanet fans old and new."

La Tale's whimsical art style and detailed 2D worlds bring a lighthearted touch to the MMORPG genre, and have won it a large following in Asia. Simple gameplay and intuitive quests make La Tale accessible for players of all ages, while the immersive storyline with a variety of characters, enemies, and challenges keep the game intriguing. Like all of OGPlanet's massively multiplayer games, La Tale is completely free to play, with optional micro-transaction items purchasable in the OGPlanet shop.