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Aion NA brings the new ‘true hybrid’ Dread Blade class to its Classic and Ascend servers
NCsoft has released the new 'Dread Blade' class for the North American version of Aion, available on both Classic and Ascend servers. This hybrid class utilizes a unique soul sword to absorb enemy souls for powerful attacks and offers a mix of area-of-effect and single-target abilities. The update also includes new leader monsters, gear rewards, enchantment changes, and the Tiamat's Sanctuary dungeon.
MONGIL: STAR DIVE’S LATEST UPDATE UNVEILS NEW CHARACTER “MINA”
Netmarble has released the first post-launch update for its action RPG MONGIL: STAR DIVE, introducing a new five-star fire-attribute Fighter character named "Mina." The update also includes a "Mina" Summoning Event, "Flame That Takes" story content, and quality-of-life improvements such as an event story skip function. MONGIL: STAR DIVE, built with Unreal Engine 5, is a reimagining of a 2013 mobile collectible RPG featuring a three-character tag combat system and a "Monsterling Collection" system.
City of Heroes Rebirth devs release a new launcher to support the community’s rogue servers
The City of Heroes Rebirth team has released a new launcher to support unlicensed rogue servers for the MMORPG. This 'City of Heroes Multiverse Launcher' acts as a shared entry point, allowing individual servers to customize their appearance and provide players with a unified way to download the game and updates. The launcher consolidates several small servers under the Homecoming banner, offering a convenient alternative for players.
City of Heroes celebrates its 22nd birthday with an anniversary event and new badge
City of Heroes is celebrating its 22nd anniversary with an in-game event and a new 'Exuberant' badge available until May 31st. The Homecoming servers are hosting the event, which includes dropping anniversary time capsules. NCSoft licensed the Homecoming rogue server community in 2024, a significant positive development for the game's history.
MMO Week in Review: Evercold, Aion 2, and EQ Legends
This week in the MMORPG genre saw the reveal of Final Fantasy XIV's 'Evercold' expansion for January 2027, alongside confirmations for Aion 2's global launch this year. Several other titles like Embers of the Uncrowned, RF Online Next, Palia, EverQuest Legends, and Loftia also had significant updates or beta launches.
Betawatch: Closed beta for Loftia and EQ Legends, delay for Monsters & Memories
Several MMOs are currently in various stages of testing. Loftia has launched its closed beta with no NDA, while Monsters & Memories has delayed its early access to October due to a lead developer's departure. Camelot Unchained has expanded its testing to Wednesdays, and Palia is adding horses while remaining in beta.
Vague Patch Notes: The bad data problem with MMOs
This article discusses the pervasive issue of 'bad data' in the MMORPG genre, particularly concerning player metrics. It argues that attempts to derive accurate player counts or financial data from sources like Steam Charts or financial reports are often misleading and lead to worse conclusions. The author emphasizes that only official data released by game companies can provide reliable figures, but even then, the necessity of knowing exact player numbers is questioned.
Is Tifa Lockhart the new brawler in Street Fighter 6? F... | TAG
Rumors suggest Tifa Lockhart from Final Fantasy VII may join Street Fighter 6, coinciding with Final Fantasy VII's anniversary and Street Fighter's Year 3 Character Pass conclusion. Nintendo announced Splatoon Raiders for the Switch 2 this summer, alongside a Deep Cut amiibo. The MMO Aion 2 is set for a global launch this year despite initial microtransaction concerns, and a sequel to the horror film Event Horizon is in development with Christian Ward writing.
A Surprising 17-Years-Later Sequel Is Coming West This Year
NCSoft announced that Aion 2, a sequel to the 2008 MMORPG, will receive a global release on PC via Steam later this year. The game, built on Unreal Engine 5, faced criticism for its microtransactions upon its South Korean and Taiwanese launch. NCSoft has apologized and vowed to make changes for the international release, with more details expected in May.
Despite microtransaction woes at launch, MMO sequel Aion 2 will go global this year
NCSoft's MMO sequel Aion 2, which launched last year with criticisms regarding its microtransaction model, is set to receive a global release on PC via Steam in 2026. Despite initial mixed reception, the game has reportedly been financially successful, prompting the international launch across North America, South America, Japan, and Europe.
Take a flight to the uncanny valley with Aion 2, the MMO all about verticality that's going global this year
NCSoft has announced that Aion 2, an MMORPG focused on verticality and flight, will receive a global release on PC later this year. The game, which is set 200 years after the original Aion, has been available in South Korea and Taiwan since last year. It will launch with support for multiple languages and servers across North America, Europe, and Japan.
AION 2 comes to Steam with global release announced for 2026
NCSOFT has announced that AION 2 will have a global release in 2026, launching on Steam for PC. The game will be available in multiple languages across North and South America, Europe, and Japan. The announcement also revealed the use of AI-assisted art assets and addressed community concerns regarding the game's monetization model.
Aion 2, sequel to a beloved Korean MMO, is getting a global release this year from publisher NCSoft
NCSoft has announced that Aion 2, the sequel to the popular Korean MMORPG Aion, will receive a global PC release in 2026. The game will be available on Steam and NCSoft's Purple launcher, with official servers planned for North America, South America, Europe, and Japan. While Aion 2 received mixed reception in South Korea and Taiwan due to its monetization model and botting issues, NCSoft aims to address these concerns for the global launch.
NCsoft announces that Aion 2 will launch globally this year on Steam and Purple
NCsoft has officially announced that Aion 2, an open-world MMORPG, will launch globally later this year on Steam and its own PURPLE platform. The game has been specifically developed for PC with locally hosted servers in North America, South America, Europe, and Japan, and will feature localization in 10 languages.
Is Fortnite Toxic? An Honest Answer Backed by Data (2026) | TAG
Data suggests Fortnite's reputation for toxicity is more nuanced than commonly perceived, with lower rates of identity-based harassment compared to other competitive shooters. While age-driven trash talk and skill-gap frustration are prevalent, especially in modes like Ranked, Epic Games has implemented moderation tools and default communication settings to mitigate harm, particularly for younger players.
Perfect Ten: Old MMORPGs we used to talk about all the time but aren’t mentioned today
This article discusses ten MMORPGs that were once highly anticipated and frequently discussed but have since faded into obscurity. Games like Tabula Rasa, RIFT, Mythos, The Secret World, and Marvel Heroes are highlighted, with reasons for their decline ranging from studio closures and mismanagement to shifting player interest and lack of sustained development.
Lineage W to Be Published by NCV Games as the Premier MMORPG in Southeast Asia - GameHaunt
NCV Games, a joint venture between NCSoft and VNGGames, will publish Lineage W as its flagship MMORPG for Southeast Asia in 2024. The game will feature a fixed isometric view and focus on guild warfare, with custom adjustments planned for the region. Pre-registration is expected to open soon for mobile (iOS/Android) with PC cross-play anticipated.
SEVEN KNIGHTS RE:BIRTH UNLEASHES CELESTIAL GUARDIAN “RANDGRID” IN NEW UPDATE
Netmarble has released a new update for its collectible RPG Seven Knights Re:BIRTH, introducing the Celestial Guardian hero [Final Pride] Randgrid and the April Fools' hero [Wings of Darkness & Ranch] Deo. The update also features a new story event, "Two Hearts And Undying Memories," a "Instant Deo" mini-game, new costumes, and various in-game events offering rewards.
MMO Week in Review: Queen Devona
This week's MMO news roundup covers updates for Guild Wars Reforged, layoffs at MechWarrior studio Piranha Games, and a potential acquisition of Epic Games by Disney. The article also touches on political discussions surrounding game shutdowns in Europe and new early access dates for Heroes of Might and Magic Olden Era.
Lineage II devs discuss materials, progression, classes, and features for its multiple versions
Developers for Lineage II held a Q&A session addressing player questions about the game's multiple versions, including Samurai, Wolf, Aden, Classic, and Live servers. Key discussion points included increased availability of supply materials for new players on Samurai servers, upcoming cross-server castles and a Summoner rework for Wolf servers, Dreadnought updates for Aden, an instanced PvP zone for Classic, and a promise of improved communication for Live server players.