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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.
WoW Factor: World of Warcraft’s never told a big story well, but it does organic tales better
This article analyzes World of Warcraft's long-standing issues with delivering compelling main storylines, contrasting them with the game's success in creating memorable organic, player-driven narratives and engaging side quests. While the overarching plot is often criticized as disjointed, the game's world design and smaller quest arcs provide a more personal and captivating experience for players.
Something for the Easter Weekend – 04/04/26
This week's gaming news includes updates on Elder Scrolls Online Season 0, the Xbox Games Showcase 2026 featuring Gears of War: E-Day, and early access releases for games like Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era. Reviews covered Darwin’s Paradox, Legacy of Kain: Ascendance, and The Division: Resurgence, with comparisons made to its mobile counterpart.
Elder Scrolls Online is turning 12 years old – here’s how to have your cake and eat it too
The Elder Scrolls Online is celebrating its 12th anniversary with the Anniversary Jubilee in-game event, running from April 2 to April 15. Players can earn bonus rewards, including a passive 100% XP buff, by participating in various in-game tasks. New rewards this year include Dapper Daredevil outfit style pages and fragments for the Thorn’s Bite Withersteed mount.
Evening Gatherings and Events
The Elder Scrolls Online has launched its new in-game event, Season Zero: Dawn and Dusk. This event marks the beginning of a new narrative arc for the MMORPG.
How to get the Thorn’s Bite Withersteed mount in ESO
This guide explains how to obtain the Thorn's Bite Withersteed mount in The Elder Scrolls Online, which was an event drop during the 2026 Jester's Festival. The mount's components, such as the Blooming Saddle and Gilded Stirrups, are acquired through event boxes or purchased from the Impresario using Trade Bars during specific in-game events like the Anniversary Jubilee and Zeal of Zenithar.
Elder Scrolls Online’s Season Zero Dawn and Dusk is live with Tamriel Tomes and anniversary festivities
The Elder Scrolls Online has launched its "Season Zero: Dawn and Dusk," featuring the new Tamriel Tomes rewards system and anniversary festivities. While the Night Market zone and challenge difficulty toggle are set to release later in April and June respectively, players can begin earning rewards immediately through the consolidated Endeavors and Daily Logins system.
The Elder Scrolls Online – Season Zero: Dawn and Dusk is Now Live
The Elder Scrolls Online has launched its new content season, titled Season Zero: Dawn and Dusk. This update introduces new story elements and gameplay opportunities for players of the MMORPG.
Elder Scrolls Online - Previewing Season Zeros Tome of Dawn and Dusk Rewards
The Elder Scrolls Online will introduce its first Tamriel Tome, "Tome of Dawn and Dusk," on April 2, 2026. This preview showcases some of the in-game rewards players can unlock and acquire through this new system.
Elder Scrolls Online - Previewing Season Zero’s Tome of Dawn and Dusk Rewards
The Elder Scrolls Online is previewing rewards for Season Zero's Tome of Dawn and Dusk. A 2026 Seasons Direct from ZeniMax Online Studios will detail upcoming adventures, stories, challenges, and systems for the MMORPG, with a first look at each Season arriving in 2026.
How to complete Last Entry in Arc Raiders
This guide details how to complete the 'Last Entry' quest in Arc Raiders' Flashpoint update. Players must navigate to the Seed Vault on Stella Montis, interact with a workstation to access a researcher's log, find the Seed Vault Box Key, and then use it to unlock the Seed Box within the vault to obtain the Official Shutdown Documentation for extraction.
The Elder Scrolls Online 2026 Seasons Direct
ZeniMax Online Studios will host The Elder Scrolls Online 2026 Seasons Direct to reveal upcoming content, including new adventures, stories, challenges, and systems for the MMORPG. The presentation will offer a first look at each season planned for 2026, signaling a new era for the game.
The Elder Scrolls Online – 2026 Seasons Direct
ZeniMax Online Studios presented the 2026 Seasons Direct for The Elder Scrolls Online, detailing upcoming adventures, stories, challenges, and systems for the MMORPG. The presentation also offered a first look at each season planned for 2026, signaling a new era for the game across multiple platforms including PC, PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch.
Marathon has made everyone's favourite loot spot harder to access but even more rewarding, and it's got solo…
Bungie has implemented changes to the Marathon Outpost map in patch 1.0.5.2, altering the accessibility and rewards of the central Pinwheel loot spot. These modifications have sparked debate, with some players finding them detrimental to solo play while others acknowledge their potential benefits after further experience.
Morning Multiplex
This article highlights recent official trailers and reveals, including Chop Chop Inc.'s reveal trailer and new content for The Elder Scrolls Online and Enlisted. It also features an introduction to MercurySteam's Lead Animator, Joan Marc Fuentes.
The April 2026 PlayStation Plus Essential games are confirmed [Updated]
Sony has confirmed the April 2026 PlayStation Plus Essential lineup, featuring Lords of the Fallen, Sword Art Online: Fractured Daydream, and Tomb Raider I-III Remastered. The article also mentions March's remaining PlayStation Plus titles, including Monster Hunter Rise, which received high praise.
April Fools’ Day pranks and events around the MMORPG and MMO world, 2026 edition
MMORPGs across the industry celebrated April Fools' Day 2026 with a variety of in-game events, pranks, and humorous patch notes. Titles like Guild Wars 2, World of Warcraft, Star Trek Online, and Final Fantasy XIV participated with unique in-game activities and themed content.
Well Fed: If MMORPGs were actually candy…
This article humorously compares various MMORPGs to different types of candy, exploring their unique characteristics and player experiences. Games like Final Fantasy XIV are likened to complex UK chocolate bars, while Elder Scrolls Online is compared to steady gummy bears, and World of Warcraft to the distinct sour gummy worms.
Is a blizzardy Skyrim return persuading me to retry Elder Scrolls Online? Not really, but naval combat and underwater exploration might
Zenimax has revealed upcoming content for The Elder Scrolls Online, including naval combat and underwater exploration planned for 2026. New Thieves Guild and Sheogorath-themed quests are set to arrive in summer 2025, following a 'season zero' event in April. The developer also teased a return to a blizzardy Skyrim-like zone for early 2027.
Elder Scrolls Online Season 0 brings new Night Market zone – Skyrim teased for 2027
The Elder Scrolls Online is launching Season 0: Dawn and Dusk on April 2nd, introducing a new format for content updates. This season includes the Night Market event zone, Challenge Difficulty for overland encounters, and updates to PvP progression. Future seasons will bring back the Thieves Guild, introduce ship battles, and hint at a return to Skyrim in 2027.