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Betawatch: Monsters & Memories plunges testers into The Deep, Loftia begins pre-registrations, and ArcheAge S is on its way next year
Several MMORPGs are entering new testing phases or preparing for launch. Monsters & Memories is plunging testers into 'The Deep' ahead of its early access, while Loftia has begun pre-registrations. ArcheAge S is slated for a Q2 2027 release, with gameplay previews coming soon. Legends of Aria Eternal and Valheim have officially launched, while Pantheon: Rise of the Fallen has experienced layoffs.
Betawatch: Stars Reach sets course for early access, EverQuest Legends successfully launches
Stars Reach has announced its paid early access will begin on August 18th, while EverQuest Legends has officially launched. The article also provides updates on Guild Wars 3's music, Cinder City's pre-alpha testing, and Reaper Actual's free weekend, alongside a comprehensive list of games currently in various stages of testing and early access.
Rumor: Rayman Legends Retold coming to Nintendo Switch 2
A report suggests that Ubisoft is developing Rayman Legends Retold, a remake of Rayman Legends, for the Nintendo Switch 2. The game is rumored to feature a 3D/2.5D visual style, new character designs, skins from previous Rayman titles and other games, and Star Fox-style 3D gameplay sections. It is also rumored to launch on October 1, 2026.
EasySMX D05 review
This article discusses the current state of the gaming industry, with commenters expressing disappointment in the quality of AAA games and the prevalence of live service titles. They lament the shift from the past, where more diverse and numerous games were released by smaller teams, and question the high development costs and focus on profit over player experience.
Betawatch: Marathon and Equinox Homecoming both enter launch waters
Bungie's new game Marathon and Equinox Homecoming have launched this week, alongside other gaming news including AdventureQuest Worlds Infinity reaching a crowdfunding milestone. The article also provides updates on various games in beta testing and development, detailing their current status and upcoming plans.