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Fight or Kite: Holdfast American Revolution was the perfect way to spend the holiday weekend
The author discusses Holdfast: American Revolution as a perfect way to spend the holiday weekend, highlighting its 75 vs. 75 shooter gameplay and the recent American Revolution update. Despite a slow pace due to realistic musket reload times, the game offers unique class mechanics and a straightforward combat experience, making it an enjoyable drop-in-and-play title.
WRUP: Tips to make your fireworks incredibly unsafe edition
This week's "What Are You Playing" roundup features community members discussing their weekend gaming plans. Titles mentioned include Farever, The Division 2, Final Fantasy XIV, Doom: Infinite, Octopath Traveler II, Spyro the Dragon, Overwatch, Stronghold 4, and Warframe. The discussion also touches on outdoor grilling preferences.
Massively OP Podcast Episode 571: Mid-year mailbag marathon
The Massively OP Podcast episode 571 features hosts Justin and Bree discussing various player-submitted topics. These include the viability of browser-based MMOs, potential improvements to achievement systems, the integration of AI into MMORPGs, and the definition of what constitutes an MMORPG.
The Stream Team: Fun with forklifts in Crashout Crew
Massively OP's MJ Guthrie will be previewing the co-op game Crashout Crew, which features players driving forklifts in a chaotic shipping warehouse environment. The game emphasizes physics-based gameplay with the tagline "Time is money, and safety is no concern."
The Steam Team: Some Starseeker stress test shenanigans
Massively OP's MJ participated in a stress test for Starseeker: Astroneer Expeditions, a new game set to launch soon. The article highlights her attempts to stress test the game's networks, framing it as a way to identify and fix issues before the official release. The content also briefly mentions past and upcoming streams for Guild Wars 2 and RIFT.
The Stream Team: Knights In the Belly of the Beast in Dungeons & Dragons Online
MassivelyOP's MJ will be playing a standalone adventure in Dungeons & Dragons Online, focusing on a quest where the team infiltrates an Underdark operation where drow are capturing Purple Dragon Knights for gladiatorial combat. The stream is scheduled for 8:00 p.m. EDT on May 21, 2026.
The Stream Team: Welcome to the jungle in Guild Wars 2’s Castora
MassivelyOP's MJ Guthrie will explore the jungle island of Castora in Guild Wars 2 as part of the latest Visions of Eternity update. The stream will focus on chapter 9, 'On the Threshold,' and is scheduled for Tuesday, May 19th, 2026, at 8:00 p.m. EDT. Past and future streams for other games are also listed.
The Stream Team: Starting up Subnautica 2
Massively OP's MJ Guthrie will be providing a first look at Subnautica 2's early access gameplay, highlighting its new co-op features. The stream is scheduled for May 18th, 2026, at 8:00 p.m. EDT. Past streams and videos are available on the OPTV channel.
The Stream Team: Exploring Elder Scrolls Online’s Night Market
Massively OP's MJ will explore The Elder Scrolls Online's new Night Market event zone, which is free to enter but requires earning reputation to make purchases. The event may also feature a new house to unlock. The stream will cover the exploration and gameplay within the event.
The Stream Team: A light look at Loftia’s closed beta
MassivelyOP's MJ Guthrie will be providing a first look at the closed beta for the cozy MMO Loftia. The stream will focus on the game's sandbox elements, housing, and pets, aiming to see if it can satisfy the itch for a new community-driven experience. The preview is scheduled for Wednesday, April 29th, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. EDT.
The Stream Team: Explosive fun in The House of Death Undone in DDO
Massively OP's MJ will be playing Dungeons & Dragons Online, infiltrating House Szind in the quest arc 'The House of Death Undone'. The mission involves disrupting a House Szind experiment with a new form of undead minion. The stream will be available live and later as a complete recording.
Massively OP Podcast Episode 563: In the name of the Windrose
The MassivelyOP Podcast episode 563 covers several MMORPGs, including the early access launch of pirate survival game Windrose and the shift of Book of Travels to a single-player offline experience. The hosts also discuss the closure of the Turtle WoW project, legal issues surrounding Ashes of Creation, the closed beta for Loftia, and drama within Project Gorgon.
The Stream Team: Participating in No Man’s Sky’s new pet battles
Massively OP's MJ Guthrie is exploring the new pet battle feature in No Man's Sky, showcasing how to collect and train pets for combat. The article highlights an upcoming stream where MJ will demonstrate the pet battles and introduce various creatures available in the game.
Massively OP Podcast Episode 562: Turtles, mechs, and multiclassing
The MassivelyOP Podcast episode 562 covers updates on Albion Online's world refresh and the potential end of Turtle WoW due to a court settlement. The hosts also discuss EverQuest Legends' upcoming closed beta, AdventureQuest Worlds' successful crowdfunding campaign, and methods for making MMOs feel more alive.
The Stream Team: What lies up the Eastern Stair when we Return to Moria?
Massively OP's Stream Team, featuring Larry Everett and MJ Guthrie, will be live streaming Lord of the Rings: Return to Moria on April 8th, 2026, at 8:00 p.m. EDT. The stream will cover the game's progression, referencing iconic moments from the film adaptation and discussing potential challenges.
Massively OP Podcast Episode 560: EverQuest Legends never die
The Massively OP Podcast episode 560 covers the announcement of EverQuest Legends, Camelot Unchained's early access, and the cancellation of New World's 10-year plan. It also touches on Loftia's closed beta, V Rising entering maintenance mode, and the sunsetting of Elder Scrolls Blades.
The Stream Team: In DDO’s House of Rusted Blades
Massively OP's MJ is returning to Dungeons & Dragons Online to tackle the "House of Rusted Blades" quest in the Underdark city of Sschindylryn. The objective involves disrupting the political alliance between drow houses and the Temple of Lolth by sabotaging weapons and armor, aiming to blame rival houses.
The Stream Team: Brews and battle in Return to Moria
Massively OP's MJ and Larry are continuing their co-op adventures in Return to Moria, focusing on mining, forging, brewing, and combat. The stream will highlight the simple pleasures of dwarven life deep within the mines of Moria.
Massively OP Podcast Episode 559: Not all Marvel Heroes wear capes
The Massively OP Podcast episode 559 covers the relaunch of Marvel Heroes, layoffs at Lost Ark, and the settlement of the EverQuest emulator lawsuit. Hosts Bree and Justin also discuss various MMO-related topics in a "Daily Grind Blitz" segment, including player habits and game design ideas.
The Stream Team: Peeking back into PixARK (while it’s on sale)
Massively OP's MJ Guthrie is returning to PixARK after a six-year absence, coinciding with a 57% off sale for the game. The stream will feature MJ exploring the blocky world and its creatures, with the full stream to be posted later for those who missed it.