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EverQuest Legends launches July 28
EverQuest Legends is set to launch on PC on July 28 for $19.99, with a recurring monthly subscription of $9.99. Pre-orders are available now and include access to a pre-order beta, character name reservation, and an exclusive in-game title. This reimagined version of the classic 1999 MMORPG offers modern quality-of-life improvements while allowing for solo or casual play with features like multi-classing and gear upgrades.
PlanetSide 2 doubles, doubles your experience and provides camo insurance
Daybreak Game Company is hosting a double experience event for PlanetSide 2 until June 16th. Additionally, a new Flash Rider armor set and a Random Camo Pack with duplicate insurance have been added. The Random Camo Pack is currently exclusive to subscribers but may be made available to all players in the future.
EverQuest II releases Wuoshi TLE server, temporarily boosts All-Access membership perks
EverQuest II has launched its new time-locked expansion server, Wuoshi, which begins with the Echoes of Faydwer expansion and progresses every three months. Daybreak Game Company is also temporarily boosting perks for All-Access membership subscribers and has added new cosmetic items for sale. The update also allows players to hire mercenaries from anywhere and swap between owned ascension classes if they are over level 100.
EverQuest Legends launches July 28, with preorders open next week to ramp up the beta
Daybreak Game Company has announced that EverQuest Legends will launch on July 28th, with preorders opening on June 16th. Preordering grants access to a beta starting July 1st, character name reservation, and a special title. The standalone reimagining of EverQuest will cost $19.99 at launch, including one month of subscription, with subsequent monthly subscriptions priced at $10.
Summer Game Fest 2026: Hands-on and more details on 6 upcoming PS5 games
Summer Game Fest Play Days showcased several upcoming PlayStation 5 titles, including Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2, Crazy Taxi: World Tour, gen Atlas, Silent Hill: Townfall, Sonic Pico Park, and Virtua Fighter Crossroads. Hands-on demos and presentations provided new details on gameplay, story elements, and release windows for these anticipated games.
Summer Game Fest 2026: Hands-on and more details on 11 upcoming PS5 games
Summer Game Fest Play Days showcased numerous upcoming PlayStation 5 titles, offering hands-on experiences and new details. Games previewed include Alien: Isolation 2, Control Resonant, Onimusha: Way of the Sword, Resident Evil Veronica, SAW: Genesis, Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2, Crazy Taxi World Tour, gen Atlas, Silent Hill: Townfall, Sonic Pico Park, and Virtua Fighter Crossroads.
Casually Classic: Five MMOs other than WoW Classic that deliver that old school feel
This article explores several Massively Multiplayer Online games that capture the old-school feel reminiscent of World of Warcraft Classic. Titles like Old School RuneScape, EverQuest Legends, Pantheon: Rise of the Fallen, Embers Adrift, and Project Gorgon are highlighted for their embrace of legacy game design principles, challenging gameplay loops, and community-focused experiences.
Hollowed Oath, the MMORPG by former EverQuest rogue server devs, finished Kickstarter with $166K
Hollowed Oath, an MMORPG developed by former EverQuest rogue server creators God Mode Games, successfully concluded its Kickstarter campaign, raising $166,000 against a $100,000 goal. This funding unlocks one stretch goal for expanded adventure systems, though many other features were not funded. The game aims to provide an independent experience similar to the developers' previous unauthorized EverQuest server.
Massively OP Podcast Episode 567: One… billion… dollars!
The Massively OP Podcast episode 567 covers Star Citizen's crowdfunding milestone, the shutdown of Destiny 2 and Closers Online, a mobile client for Guild Wars, and subscription cost increases for The Lord of the Rings Online. The hosts also discuss upcoming expansions for Dungeons & Dragons Online and Throne and Liberty, and Camelot Unchained entering early access.
Classic EverQuest has officially opened Frostreaver, the progression server you voted on
Daybreak Game Company has launched Frostreaver, a new time-locked progression server for the classic MMORPG EverQuest. This server, which players voted on, begins with the Scars of Velious expansion and progresses through all subsequent expansions to the current live version. Access to Frostreaver requires a Daybreak All Access Membership subscription.
MMO Week in Review: Your light fades away
This week's MMO news highlights the impending end of updates for Destiny 2 after its final release in June, leading to player mourning and industry layoffs. Several other games, including Closers Online and one version of Tree of Savior, are also shutting down. New developments include Daybreak Game Company adding a Canadian studio, Guild Wars Reforged soft-launching its mobile client, Throne and Liberty previewing an expansion, and Neverwinter releasing a new module.
EG7 reveals Ravenwake, a new Canadian studio to support Daybreak’s MMORPGs
Enad Global 7 has announced the formation of Ravenwake Games, a new Vancouver-based studio that will support Daybreak Game Company's MMORPG titles. The studio aims to leverage Canada's talent pool, with open positions supporting games like EverQuest, DC Universe Online, and Magic: The Gathering Online. This move follows Daybreak's recent acquisitions and funding efforts.
"People want MMOs, and the sales of New World proved it" – Cryptic Studios head Jack Emmert on why MMOs are ripe for reinvention
Cryptic Studios CEO Jack Emmert believes the MMORPG market is still strong, citing the sales of New World as proof, despite recent cancellations. He argues that successful MMOs should focus on a distinct vision and niche audience rather than trying to appeal to everyone, which often leads to diluted experiences. Emmert also emphasizes the importance of rapid prototyping and controlled scope for long-term success in the genre.
MMO Business Roundup: XBOX’s rebrand, California games law, and Far Far West’s 1M sold
This MMO business roundup covers several industry developments, including California's game ownership law advancing, Steam's community market upgrades, and an AI video contest proposed by Party Animals developers. It also notes the Xbox brand's rebranding to XBOX and the early access extraction FPS Far Far West selling over one million copies on Steam.
I was worried EverQuest Legends making me too OP would ruin the magic of the classic MMO, but crushing hordes of…
EverQuest Legends, a reimagined version of the classic MMORPG at launch, is set to release in July. While initially concerned about losing the original game's challenging nature, the preview suggests that the new systems, including multi-classing and item merging, offer a fun and engaging experience that balances power with customization. The game aims to be accessible for new players while retaining elements appreciated by long-time fans.
The Stream Team: Taking a beta look at EverQuest Legends
MassivelyOP's MJ Guthrie will be providing a first look at the beta for EverQuest Legends on May 15th, 2026. The stream will cover initial impressions of the game's appearance, gameplay, and character creation process.
Massively OP Podcast Episode 565: Happily Farever after
The MassivelyOP Podcast episode 565 covers Guild Wars 2's new zone, EVE Online studio CCP's rebranding to Fenris Creations, and Path of Exile 2's 'Return of the Ancients' update. The hosts also discuss the early access launches of Farever, Reaper Actual, and Outbound, as well as Ultima Online emulators.
DC Universe Online teases its Supergirl arc, begins level scaling beta test, and kicks off Legends PvP week
DC Universe Online is launching a new narrative arc focused on Supergirl, titled Children of Krypton, with the first installment due May 22nd. The game is also initiating a beta test for its level scaling system, aiming for consistent player stat values across content, and is hosting a Legends PvP event featuring iconic DC characters.
Mini MMO Palia’s Royal Highlands expansion is live today with ridable, breedable horses and a whole new zone
The Royal Highlands expansion for the mini MMO Palia is now live, introducing a new zone, ridable and breedable horses, and expanding the main story. Developed by Singularity 6, the expansion adds new decor, a regal villager named Eshelon, and integrates horses into the ranching system. The update also includes new currency, campsites, harvestables, expanded storage, and a clothing dye system.
MMO Week in Review: The big rebranding of CCP Games
CCP Games, the studio behind EVE Online, has rebranded to Fenris Creations and announced a partnership with Google DeepMind for AI development. This news comes amidst other MMO updates including Guild Wars 2's new zone, Conan Exiles' Enhanced version, and acquisitions like Daybreak buying Cold Iron Studios.