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Betawatch: Enshrouded launches as Guild Wars 3 starts sharing social hubs
Enshrouded has officially launched into version 1.0, exiting early access. Meanwhile, Guild Wars 3 has previewed its first social hub, and World of Warcraft Forever is preparing for a server slam stress test. The article also lists numerous other games in various stages of beta and early access testing.
DC Universe Online beta tests a feature that unshackles high-level players from instance scaling
DC Universe Online is beta testing a new feature called 'unscaled private queues' that allows high-level players to experience older instances without their power being scaled down. This feature is intended for fun and to help players complete events or earn source marks. Additionally, the Wonder Woman Day event is currently live, offering themed rewards.
DC Universe Online continues its Children of Krypton story with Wrath of the Worldkillers
DC Universe Online has released the Wrath of the Worldkillers update, which continues the Children of Krypton story arc. This update introduces a new open-world map called Titans Bay, new missions featuring characters like Supergirl and the Titans, a new duo mission defending Titans Tower, a new raid called Project Overload, and two new flashback instances.
MMO Week in Review: Welcome back to Atreia
This week's MMO news roundup covers the official launch of Aion 2 in the West, the early access release of Monsters & Memories, and upcoming expansions for EverQuest and EverQuest II. Lord of the Rings Online's Wolves of Mordor expansion is set for an October 21st release, while World of Warcraft Forever teases new classes. The article also touches on layoffs at Elder Scrolls Online developer ZeniMax and discusses the current state of the MMORPG genre.
DC Universe Online highlights new story arc and new ally for October 6’s Wrath of the Worldkillers update
DC Universe Online is launching its new story arc update, Wrath of the Worldkillers, on October 6th. This update will see players team up with Supergirl and introduce a new ally named Reign as they work to stop a cataclysmic event. The game will also have a presence at New York Comic Con.
DC Universe Online runs one final event before October 6’s Chapter 2 content release
DC Universe Online is running a week-long finale event from September 29th to October 5th, offering players rewards like Sunstone Fragments and Destiny Tokens for completing challenges. This event leads up to the release of Chapter 2 of the Children of Krypton content on October 6th.
Perfect Ten: The MMOs that paved the path for console MMOs
This article explores the history of MMORPGs on consoles, highlighting ten pioneering titles that paved the way for modern online console gaming. It details games like Phantasy Star Online, Final Fantasy XI, EverQuest Online Adventures, and Destiny, discussing their impact and evolution.
The MOP Up: Elder Scrolls Online invites you to vote on its features
The Elder Scrolls Online has launched new Feature Upvote dashboards, allowing players to submit ideas, provide feedback, and report bugs to the development team. This initiative follows a successful beta period and aims to involve the community in game improvements. The article also rounds up other smaller MMO news, including updates for Farm Together 2, ARC Raiders, For Honor, DC Universe Online, World of Warships, Wartales, Meccha Chameleon, Hearthstone, Crossout, Arena Breakout, and Trove.
DC Universe Online celebrates Batman Day with maximum Batman celebratory goodness
DC Universe Online is celebrating Batman Day with special in-game rewards and content. Players can use the code DARKKNIGHT26 to receive a free t-shirt commemorating the 40th anniversary of The Dark Knight Returns. Additional rewards, including a Primal Bat Cowl and a Batman emblem, can be earned by completing Batman-related content by September 21st.
DC Universe Online’s returning Teen Titans’ Homecoming event is ready for some football
DC Universe Online's Teen Titans' Homecoming event is back, running until September 21st, and features football-themed cosmetic items and missions. Players can earn tickets through open-world and alert missions to acquire items like a football field for bases and an endzone dance emote. The update also includes UI improvements, bug fixes, and updated communicator images.
EG7 Q2 2026: Daybreak has finished buying out Cold Iron and Aliens Fireteam Elite 2
Enad Global 7's subsidiary Daybreak Game Company has finalized its acquisition of Cold Iron Studios for $3 million, securing assets and intellectual property related to the developer, including the Aliens franchise IP for Aliens: Fireteam Elite. Daybreak reported improved profitability in Q2 2026, driven by Palia and DC Universe Online, alongside steady performance from its other live-service titles like EverQuest and EverQuest II.
DC Universe Online’s new ally feats system lets players strengthen ally characters and earn account unlocks
DC Universe Online has launched a new ally feats system, allowing players to strengthen ally characters and earn account-wide unlocks. This update increases ally growth to 10 ranks, offering immediate ability enhancements and awarding feat points and a new currency, ally legion tributes, at milestone ranks. These tributes can be used to unlock allies for alternate characters or across the entire account.
DC Universe Online expands its Supergirl tie-ins with Shadows Over Argo: Aftershock, now live
DC Universe Online has released Shadows Over Argo: Aftershock, the latest content update tied to the Supergirl movie. This update includes a two-week progression event with daily and weekly challenges, new story missions, an open-world boss, and elite versions of existing instances. The event runs until August 10th.
DC Universe Online teases the sidekick system and ally mission systems in development
Daybreak's Dimensional Ink team is developing new features for DC Universe Online, including a sidekick system and an ally mission system. Executive producer Andrew Emerson also detailed ongoing improvements to early game streamlining, such as tutorial skip options and a 'warp to current mission' feature, aimed at improving the experience for new and alternate characters.
DC Universe Online brings back the battle for Atlantis with its Tides of War event
DC Universe Online has brought back its annual Tides of War event, featuring the battle for Atlantis. The event introduces new rewards such as Power Array Augments, an Undersea Usurper Chroma Pack, and Aquaman styles. Players can earn Sand Dollars by completing daily missions and seasonal content to unlock these new items.
DC Universe Online celebrates the Supergirl film release with a limited-time event
DC Universe Online is hosting a limited-time event to celebrate the release of the Supergirl film. The event includes free in-game items and cosmetics inspired by the movie, earned through completing challenges. The event runs until July 6th.
MMO Week in Review: ArcheAge’s revival, Guild Wars’ CCG
This week's MMO news roundup covers a variety of topics including Guild Wars receiving a CCG in China, ArcheAge's revival, and Richard Garriott's efforts to regain Ultima copyright. It also features updates on Tomo Endless Blue's Kickstarter success, Embers of the Uncrowned, and Diablo Immortal's new Warlock patch.
Hey, Daybreak actually rescued DC Universe Online’s forums instead of canning them
Daybreak Game Company has relaunched the community forums for DC Universe Online after a period of issues. The new forums preserve most user data, including post history and usernames, while introducing some fresh elements. This news coincides with the release of a new daily Trouble Alert event and a multiplayer cutscene skip feature in the game.
DC Universe Online celebrates Pride with returning and new cosmetic goodies
DC Universe Online is celebrating Pride with new and returning in-game cosmetic items, including the Trans Oceanic Shark accessory and Super Pride Cape. Players can acquire these items by completing a mission with a level 20 character and visiting NPC vendors in Metropolis. The event also features double source marks earnings and a discount on wolf pack tokens, running until June 15th.
Massively Overthinking: What’s the next best thing to your favorite MMORPG?
The Massively OP staff discusses where players might migrate if their favorite MMORPGs were to shut down. Contributors share personal experiences of losing beloved games like City of Heroes and Star Wars Galaxies, and explore whether direct replacements are sought or if players move to different genres entirely. The consensus leans towards players finding games with familiar elements rather than exact replicas, or embracing a more transient gaming experience.