Echoes of Elysium
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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 hits early access stumbles and Guild Wars 3 outlines its Kodan details
This week's Betawatch covers the early access launch of Stars Reach, with developer Raph Koster apologizing for initial issues. Guild Wars 3 has also detailed its playable Kodan, while City of Heroes and Stormforge have received updates. The roundup includes news on numerous other MMOs in various testing phases, including Aero Tales Online, Elder Scrolls Online, and Aloft.
Echoes of Elysium brings weather to your airships with its newest Tempest update
The Tempest update for Echoes of Elysium introduces dynamic weather systems, including rain and wind, that directly impact airship gameplay and piloting. This update also brings UI improvements and biome-specific weather cycles. The patch was originally slated for spring, indicating a shift in the game's development roadmap.
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.
Airship survival sandbox Echoes of Elysium teases new weather system and controller support
Loric Games is preparing a major update for its early access airship survival game, Echoes of Elysium. The update will introduce a new weather simulation system, including rain, which will create additional challenges and strategic considerations for players. Additionally, the game will receive gamepad support.
Airship survival RPG Echoes of Elysium receives major update for first-time user experience
Loric Games and Snail Games USA have released a major update (v0.18.5) for their airship survival RPG, Echoes of Elysium, focusing on improving the first-time user experience and onboarding. The update refines game systems to make learning the mechanics easier for new players. The game is also available at a 35% discount on Steam for a limited time.
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.
Echoes of Elysium’s latest early access update ‘radically reworks’ the onboarding experience
Echoes of Elysium has received a major update that significantly overhauls the game's onboarding experience, making it clearer and smoother for new players. The update introduces new movement abilities like a Power Jump and a progression system for the glider, alongside performance tweaks and additional content.
Airship survival RPG Echoes of Elysium receives its biggest update yet
Loric Games and Snail Games USA have released the largest update yet for their airship survival RPG, Echoes of Elysium, now in Steam Early Access. Major Update 0.18 overhauls the player experience with new movement abilities, glider progression, and numerous quality-of-life improvements based on player feedback. The update aims to make the game smoother and more engaging from the start, with future plans including controller support and Steam Deck compatibility.
Evening Patches
This article provides patch notes for several games. Echoes of Elysium received a major update on April 16. Marvel Rivals has released its Version 20260417 patch notes, coinciding with the arrival of Season 7.5.
Echoes of Elysium Update 0.18 Overhauls Early Game | Invision Game Community
Loric Games and Snail Games USA have released Update 0.18 for their airborne open-world survival RPG, Echoes of Elysium, which is available on Steam Early Access. This significant update overhauls the early game experience, introducing a new Power Jump ability, a revamped glider progression system, and 150 new items, alongside numerous performance improvements and bug fixes based on player feedback. The developers also shared a roadmap for future updates, including controller improvements, Steam Deck optimization, and two major content expansions planned for 2026.
Airship survival RPG Echoes of Elysium receives its biggest update yet
Loric Games and Snail Games USA have released Update 0.18 for their airship survival RPG Echoes of Elysium, available on Steam Early Access. This significant update overhauls the player experience with new movement abilities like Power Jump, a glider progression system, and over 150 new items. The developers have focused on improving clarity, performance, and incorporating player feedback to smooth out early-game friction.
WRUP: Presenting the 36th Annual Summer of Butts edition
This weekly roundup features Massively OP staff and community members discussing their weekend gaming plans. Titles mentioned include Marvel Heroes, Monster Hunter Wilds, Final Fantasy XIV, World of Warcraft, and several other MMORPGs and games. The article also includes a bonus question about favorite flowers.
Airship survivalbox Echoes of Elysium heralds a ‘major player reception turnaround’ after 20+ patches
Loric Games has seen a significant turnaround in player reception for their airship survival sandbox, Echoes of Elysium, moving from 'mixed' to 'mostly positive' reviews on Steam after over 20 patches. The studio credits their commitment to listening to feedback and implementing improvements for the shift. The game is currently part of the Steam Spring Sale with a 20% discount.
Morning Patches
Several games have received recent patches and updates. Abyss: New Dawn released a major update 0.3, Crimson Desert deployed patch version 1.00.02, and Echoes of Elysium received a March 19 patch. Euro Truck Simulator 2 also saw its 1.59 update.
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.
Top Indie Game Releases of January 2026, Part 4 – GTOGG’s Curated Picks – Zombies, time loops, and a really grumpy alien – GTOGG
This article rounds up notable indie game releases from the final week of January 2026, featuring a variety of genres. Titles include 'The Spirit Lift,' a deckbuilder roguelike set in hell; 'Earth Must Die,' a point & click adventure with a grumpy alien; and 'Fear the Timeloop,' a survival game centered around a time loop.