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20 New Games Headed To GeForce NOW In April, Many Day-One Releases
GeForce NOW is adding 20 new games in April, including several day-one releases. Notable additions include Arknights: Endfield, Pragmata, and Mega Man Star Force Legacy Collection. The service will also see titles like Replaced and Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era become available.
RuneScape Dragonwilds’ Dowdun Reach is live today with new quest content and dedicated servers
The RuneScape Dragonwilds expansion has received its Dowdun Reach update, introducing new quests, building pieces, a runecrafting revamp, and increasing the skill cap to 99. Dedicated servers are now available, allowing players to host games with up to five friends, with options for custom settings and third-party hosting through Shockbyte.
RuneScape: Dragonwilds Lowers The Drawbridge To Dowdun Reach
Jagex has launched Dowdun Reach, a free content update for RuneScape: Dragonwilds, its survival crafting game currently in Steam Early Access. The update introduces a new region, Ashenfall, a cursed fortress, new gameplay mechanics, and a new tier of Mithril gear. Dedicated servers are also now available, supporting up to six players.
MMO Week in Review: EverQuest’s legacy, Camelot out of chains
This week's MMO news includes Daybreak's announcement of EverQuest Legacy, a spinoff of the classic game, and the surprise early access launch of Camelot Unchained after eight years in beta. Several other MMOs received updates, including V Rising, New World, and EverQuest II, while Epic Games faced significant layoffs due to overspending and a slump in Fortnite's performance.
Wyldheart Demo Proves Classic RPGs Can Still Evolve
The upcoming co-op action RPG Wyldheart, developed by Wayfinder Studios, aims to capture the spirit of classic online RPGs with a focus on player freedom and collaborative gameplay. The demo showcases a classless character creator, branching dialogue, and flexible party roles, with an Early Access launch planned for 2027. The game is being developed by a small team of industry veterans who previously worked at EA DICE.
RuneScape Drops the First Part of Havenhythe, Its Biggest Area Expansion till Date
Jagex has released the first part of Havenhythe, the largest area expansion in RuneScape's 25-year history. This update introduces new quests, expands the Hunter skill to level 110, adds two new boss encounters, and implements fish farming as a new skilling activity. The second part of the expansion is scheduled for release in 2026.
Solve a crab housing crisis and fight a Dreadhog in part one of Runescape's big Havenhythe expansion, which is out now
Jagex has released the first part of the RuneScape expansion, Havenhythe, which is described as the MMORPG's largest area expansion to date. This update introduces new quests, including free-to-play options like 'Visions of Havenhythe' and 'Hearts of Sanguine', alongside members-only content such as side quests focused on crab housing and the boss Silverquill the Dreadhog. The expansion also adds new fish farming and hunting mechanics, with further content planned for later in the year.
Runescape: Havenhythe Update Part One
The MMORPG RuneScape has launched the first part of its Havenhythe update today on PC and consoles. This update marks the largest area expansion in the game's 25-year history.
RUNESCAPE’S BIGGEST AREA EXPANSION IN ITS 25-YEAR HISTORY BEGINS TODAY
Jagex has launched the first part of Havenhythe, the largest area expansion in RuneScape's 25-year history. This update introduces a new quest series, expands the Hunter skill with a level cap increase to 110, adds two mid-level bosses, and introduces fish farming as a new skilling activity. RuneScape is available on PC, Steam, iOS, and Android with cross-platform progression.
RuneScape opens up the new land of Havenhythe in its latest update, but much of its content is paywalled
RuneScape has released a new update introducing the island of Havenhythe. While free players can access main quests and a low-level boss, much of the new content, including side quests, a Hunter skill cap increase to 110, and a mid-level boss, is locked behind a subscription. The update also includes adjustments to daily activities and bug fixes.
RuneScape Dragonwilds sets Dowdun Reach – and dedicated servers – for March 31
Jagex announced that the RuneScape Dragonwilds update, featuring the new area Dowdun Reach, will be released on March 31st. This update emphasizes exploration and combat within a densely packed fortress environment, with dedicated servers included, though fishing content has been delayed to April.
BEWARE THE BLACK KNIGHTS! RUNESCAPE DRAGONWILDS TO UNLEASH A NEW REGION 31ST MARCH
Jagex announced that the next major content update for RuneScape: Dragonwilds, titled Dowdun Reach, will launch on March 31st. This update introduces a new region featuring a labyrinthine fortress, new gear tiers including Mithril weapons and armor, and raises all skill caps to 99. RuneScape: Dragonwilds is currently available in Steam Early Access and is part of the Steam Spring Sale with a 30% discount.
1,200 hours in, Final Fantasy 14 player trying to beat the MMO under RuneScape's Ironman rules clears biggest obstacle yet thanks to a backup strategy that took 300 hours to prepare
A Final Fantasy 14 player, Rath Games, has successfully completed the Shadowbringers Hades trial using RuneScape's Ironman rules after 1,201 hours of gameplay. This involved a 300-hour preparation strategy, including leveling a new character to assist his main Warrior of Light.
RuneScape releases its sweeping overhauls to multiple daily activities
RuneScape has implemented significant overhauls to its daily activities, a system referred to as 'DailyScape'. Jagex has focused on making these activities feel less mandatory and improving their overall design. Some daily tasks have been removed entirely, while others have been adjusted to maintain their core identity. Alongside these changes, the update also includes combat modernization adjustments and the ability for all subscribers to view in-game metrics.
MMO Week in Review: Pre-seasoning Elder Scrolls Online
This week's MMO news roundup covers updates for Elder Scrolls Online, World of Warcraft's Midnight expansion, and previews for Final Fantasy XIV and Palia. The article also discusses player tendencies to rush MMORPG expansions and features opinions on various titles and industry issues, including comments from Jeff Kaplan regarding Activision Blizzard.
RuneScape shares a close look at Havenhythe and character model updates, OSRS makes more travel updates
RuneScape is introducing a new area called Havenhythe with new Hunting activities, a level cap increase to 110, new bosses, and additional skill areas. Concurrently, Jagex is planning visual refreshes and skin texture improvements for player avatars later this year. Old School RuneScape is receiving weekly updates focused on travel improvements, sailing tweaks, and general adjustments.
Epic Games defends Fortnite's controversial V-Bucks price hike, insisting it's in "direct correlation to the operating costs" and teasing "amazing things" are coming that'll make you "understand what's been going on"
Epic Games has announced an upcoming price increase for Fortnite's V-Bucks currency, citing "direct correlation to the operating costs" of running the business. This change, effective March 19, will reduce the amount of V-Bucks players receive for their money. Epic Games is also teasing significant new content and features expected within the next six to twelve months.
RuneScape Subscription Now Costs As Much As World of Warcraft
Jagex has increased the monthly subscription price for RuneScape, bringing it to the same cost as World of Warcraft. This is the second price hike in less than two years, a move that has frustrated long-time players who valued RuneScape as a more budget-friendly alternative. The article discusses the business reasons behind the increase and its potential impact on player retention and competition within the MMORPG market.
Subscriptions, Clouds, and Streams
RuneScape has increased its subscription prices after previously removing microtransactions. This move shifts the game's monetization strategy towards a subscription-based model.
As of today, your RuneScape subscription will be just that little bit more expensive every month
Jagex has announced a price increase for both monthly and yearly subscriptions for RuneScape and Old School RuneScape, marking the second such hike in under two years. The company cites increased investment in game development, infrastructure, and player support as reasons for the change, aiming to ensure the games' sustainability for the next 25 years.
