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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.
MindsEye's first major update, 'Blacklist', really will be used by former GTA lead to 'share some of the evidence of the sabotage’ that apparently made it bad
Build a Rocket Boy, led by former Grand Theft Auto developer Leslie Benzies, is releasing a major update for its game MindsEye called 'Blacklist'. Benzies claims the update will include evidence of corporate sabotage that he alleges negatively impacted the game's development and reception. The studio is reportedly cooperating with UK and US authorities regarding these claims.
Crimson Desert Players Are Finding The Best Drip Around
Players of Pearl Abyss' action-adventure RPG Crimson Desert are actively sharing creative character outfits and cosplays on Reddit, drawing inspiration from various games like Elden Ring and Final Fantasy XIV. Despite the game's success, selling over 4 million copies, players continue to express frustration with its inventory management system, even after a recent patch.
Final Fantasy 14 lost me with Dawntrail, but The Elder Scrolls Online promises to mend my broken heart with a return to…
The author, a longtime Final Fantasy XIV player, expresses disillusionment with the Dawntrail expansion and finds renewed engagement with The Elder Scrolls Online. ZeniMax Online Studios' upcoming updates and seasonal model, including the Night Market event and new Solo Dungeons, are revitalizing the game and offering fresh content for all players.
TAG Community Safety Score: Final Fantasy XIV, Sea of Thieves, Apex Legends & Destiny 2
This analysis details the TAG Community Safety Scores for Final Fantasy XIV (71/100), Sea of Thieves (66/100), Apex Legends (62/100), and Destiny 2 (54/100). The scores evaluate games based on moderation infrastructure, response, communication controls, transparency, guidelines, appeals, parental controls, and proactive design. The article highlights how community culture can compensate for infrastructure gaps, the importance of platform integration, and the fixable issue of transparency reporting.
Everything you need to know for Final Fantasy 14's Moogle Treasure Trove event, including what to do with all of…
The Final Fantasy XIV Moogle Treasure Trove event, "Hunt for Aphorism," is back, offering players a chance to earn old rewards through various in-game activities until patch 7.5. Players can exchange Irregular Tomestones of Aphorism, obtained from completing challenges like raids, dungeons, and PvP modes, for items such as mounts, minions, and glamour pieces. The guide details how to participate, where to find the Itinerant Moogle, and provides recommendations for the best farming methods and reward priorities.
Crimson Desert voice actor says he had to keep pushing to get a cohesive story for Kliff
Voice actor Alec Newman, who has been working on Crimson Desert for five years, discussed the challenges of developing a cohesive story for the game. Newman stated that the writing was scattershot and that he had to repeatedly push the developers to clarify plot points and character motivations. This aligns with criticisms of the game's narrative pacing and unclear character goals mentioned in reviews.
Wisdom of Nym: Evaluating the big additions of Final Fantasy XIV Dawntrail thus far
This analysis evaluates the new content additions in Final Fantasy XIV's Dawntrail expansion, examining features like the 24-person Cloud of Darkness fight, Pilgrim's Traverse Deep Dungeon, The Merchant's Tale Variant Dungeon, and the Occult Crescent field area. While Pilgrim's Traverse and The Merchant's Tale are praised for their innovation and execution, the Cloud of Darkness fight and Occult Crescent are noted for having design flaws or limited engagement potential.
Blizzard is finally giving World of Warcraft fans an official Pride event in a new Midnight update, after 12 years of a…
Blizzard Entertainment is introducing an official Pride event within World of Warcraft as part of the upcoming Midnight update. This marks the first official in-game celebration of its kind, building on a 12-year-old fan-led fundraising event for The Trevor Project. The Darkspear Dash microholiday aims to celebrate individuality and identity within the game.
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.
Dissidia Duellum: 5 Breakout Characters in Final Fantasy's New Mobile Game
Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy, a new MOBA-style mobile game set in Tokyo, has launched from Square Enix. The article highlights five breakout characters from the initial roster, including Warrior of Light, Prompto, Krile, Lightning, and Rinoa, detailing their unique abilities and roles within the game. It also touches on the importance of ability customization and upcoming character additions.
Discussion: Is it okay for an MMO expansion's launch to be buggy?
This article discusses whether it's acceptable for MMO expansions to launch with bugs, acknowledging the complexity of these games and the frustration players feel, especially when paying a subscription. While the author expresses sympathy for developers, they also highlight how bugs can negatively impact player progression and the overall launch experience.
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.
Final Fantasy Warrior of Light and Chocobo Nendoroids Dated
Good Smile Company and Square Enix have announced release windows for their Final Fantasy Warrior of Light and Chocobo Nendoroids. The Chocobo figure will be released in Japan in August 2026 and worldwide in Q1 2027, while the Warrior of Light figure will debut in Japan in September 2026 and worldwide in Q1 2027. Both figures come with exclusive pre-order bonuses from Good Smile Company.
'There are no leaks', says Stardew Valley creator, taking a hammer to the rumour mill
Stardew Valley creator Eric Barone has debunked rumors of 'leaks' regarding the upcoming 1.7 update, stating that any such claims are false. The developer also confirmed there are no plans to add a specific feature that players had expressed disappointment about.
FFXIV CERO Age Rating Goes up in Japan
Shueisha has confirmed that fraudulent votes were cast in the 2nd Global One Piece Character Popularity Poll "World Top 100" and has removed these ballots. The company stated that further measures may be implemented to prevent future occurrences. The poll remains open until June 11, 2026, with results to be revealed during One Piece Day '26 events in August.
World of Warcraft guild known for raid-busting exploits disqualified from new Midnight Mythic race by Blizzard after hitting 1 boss for 300 million damage: "Absolute gamers"
A World of Warcraft guild, RAoV QA Strikes Back, was disqualified from the new Midnight Mythic raid race by Blizzard after exploiting a bug to defeat the first boss. Despite Blizzard's disqualification, fans have praised the guild's ingenuity, with some suggesting a separate hall of fame for exploiters.
Vague Patch Notes: Cringe is good
This opinion piece argues that 'cringe' elements in game marketing, such as those seen in Amazon's promotional videos for Lost Ark and Throne and Liberty, are actually good and effective. The author suggests that genuine enthusiasm and a lack of shame, even if job-related, foster authentic connection and enrich the player experience, contrasting it with negative behaviors.
Final Fantasy 14's Japanese age rating gets a bump, and it's all because of screenshots
Final Fantasy 14's age rating in Japan has been increased from CERO C to CERO D by Square Enix. This change is speculated to be related to player-created in-game images, including those using mods, which may be considered sexually provocative by the CERO rating board.
