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Wisdom of Nym: Magical concepts that Final Fantasy XIV could potentially use for new jobs
This opinion piece explores potential new job concepts for Final Fantasy XIV, moving beyond strict interpretations of existing roles. It discusses ideas like Geomancers, Necromancers, Druids, Psionics, Illusionists, and Metamagic as sources for future job designs, emphasizing conceptual magic systems over specific weaponry.
The Daily Grind: Would you pay money to place an in-game ad in an MMO?
This article discusses the potential for players to pay real money for in-game advertising space within MMORPGs like Final Fantasy XIV. Commenters suggest this could be a viable monetization strategy for companies like Square Enix, offering an alternative to spamming global chats for guild or event promotion.
Twitch hit with class-action lawsuit over Amazon AI training: 'Twitch sent no email, displayed no pop-up…
Twitch is facing a class-action lawsuit from user Warren Pandiscia, who alleges that Amazon, Twitch's parent company, used Twitch stream content to train its generative AI without proper consent or notification. The lawsuit claims this practice is unlawful and an attack on content creators, as the data collection was opt-out and consent depended on host streamer settings. The article notes that Twitch sent no email or pop-up notification about the feature, which was discovered by a reporter.
MMO Week in Review: Way too early access
This week's MMO news covers the early access launch of Stars Reach, which some consider premature. Other highlights include a look at Guild Wars 3's Kodan, Daybreak's acquisition of Cold Iron Studios, new content for EverQuest Legends, and an analysis of the survival game Stormforge. The article also touches on various other MMO updates, rumors, and industry discussions.
It's been 25 years and I'm still not over one of the greatest songs to grace JRPGs
This article reflects on the enduring legacy of Final Fantasy 10's soundtrack, particularly the song "Suteki Da Ne," 25 years after the game's release. The author praises the song's emotional impact and its place within the game's narrative, highlighting it as a standout vocal track in the Final Fantasy series.
The Daily Grind: What far-future addition to an MMO are you nevertheless waiting for?
This article discusses player anticipation for future MMORPG content, specifically mentioning the long wait for Oraxia Prime in Warframe and upcoming expansions for Final Fantasy XIV. It poses a question to readers about what far-future additions they are waiting for in their favorite MMOs.
Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts – August 23, 2026 – Elden Ring already on top before launch
The Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts for the week of August 23, 2026, show Elden Ring topping the list due to pre-loads, despite its upcoming launch. Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2 also ranks high with pre-orders, while new releases like DayZ and Starsand Island appear on the charts.
FF11's 'unlimited' free trial expansion is planned for September, but it still falls short of FF14
Square Enix plans to expand the free trial for Final Fantasy XI in September, removing the 14-day time limit and increasing the level cap from 50 to 75. While these changes aim to make the game more accessible, the trial will still be limited to base-game areas and will not include features like trading or the bazaar. This update comes as Final Fantasy XIV continues to offer a more extensive free trial, including its base game and three expansions.
WRUP: This is where the fish lives edition
The Massively OP staff and community share their weekend gaming plans. Brianna Royce will check out Stars Reach and City of Heroes, Chris Neal is playing Palworld, Eliot Lefebvre anticipates updates for Final Fantasy XIV and Warframe, Sam Kash plans to play Guild Wars Reforged and Gloria Victis, and Tyler Edwards is catching up in World of Warcraft. Pierre is returning to Final Fantasy XIV and replaying A Plague Tale: Innocence in anticipation of A Plague Tale: Requiem.
Evening Reading - August 21, 2026
This is the final full Evening Reading before Gamescom, with the author departing for Germany to cover the event. The article rounds up recent gaming news including Take-Two Interactive's subpoena for the GTA 6 leaker, Marvel's Wolverine going gold, and updates on Call of Duty, Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024, and Dead by Daylight. It also highlights new game maps, download deals, and a look at the Metal Gear Solid series.
Final Fantasy XIV celebrates its 13th birthday when the The Rising returns on August 27
Final Fantasy XIV is celebrating its 13th anniversary with the return of The Rising in-game event, running from August 27th to September 10th. This year's event features a new Wuk Lamat minion and includes Orchestrion rolls with music from Final Fantasy X, potentially hinting at future content.
Storyboard: What makes MMO gamers connect with some NPCs but not others?
This column discusses what makes players connect with non-player characters (NPCs) in MMORPGs, arguing that relatable human traits and sympathetic introductions are more effective than simply showcasing a character's coolness. It uses examples from World of Warcraft, Final Fantasy XIV, and The Elder Scrolls Online to illustrate how flawed or relatable characters foster stronger player engagement than those initially presented as perfect or overly powerful.
Thanks to this Final Fantasy 14 roleplayer survey, I know exactly how basic my Warrior of Light's backstory is
A survey of over 10,000 Final Fantasy 14 roleplayers, compiled by Reddit user CevicheLemon, reveals common character backstories and demographics. The most popular character is a female Miqo'te from Ishgard, while the least popular is a non-binary Lalafell from Mhach. The author analyzes their own character's backstory against these findings.
Take-Two lost $2.8 billion in market cap after GTA 6 leaks—but what's more shocking to me is it probably…
Take-Two Interactive experienced a $2.8 billion drop in market capitalization following leaks of Grand Theft Auto 6, though the company's overall market cap remained over $43 billion and has since shown signs of recovery. The article highlights that despite the financial fluctuation, the impact of the leak on the company's stock was less severe than might be expected, suggesting resilience in the face of such incidents.
Massively Overthinking: What did your favorite MMORPG add to the genre?
This article discusses whether popular MMORPGs have truly innovated within the genre or simply built upon existing foundations. Several writers share their favorite MMORPGs and analyze their contributions, with Ultima Online, Star Wars Galaxies, and Guild Wars being highlighted for their significant impacts on social gameplay, economies, and business models.
Vague Patch Notes: How do MMOs come back from bad launches?
This article analyzes how Massively Multiplayer Online games can recover from poor launches, emphasizing the critical role of leadership admitting fault and engaging with the player base. It contrasts successful turnarounds, like Final Fantasy XIV, with games that failed to gain traction, such as Ship of Heroes, highlighting that player perception must improve before the game itself can be fixed.
Former Arkane vets' new studio isn't going to try 'trend chasing', and in hindsight, thank God
Harvey Smith and Ben Horne, former Arkane developers, have founded a new studio called Black Pony Immersive. They aim to avoid chasing industry trends and instead focus on creating immersive sim games that excite them and their target audience, citing the continued cultural and financial success of titles like BioShock and Dishonored as evidence of the genre's viability.
14 Games That Give You The Absolute Best Bang For Your Buck
This article highlights 14 games that offer exceptional value for money, focusing on titles that provide extensive playtime without requiring a high initial investment. It avoids free-to-play and live-service games, instead recommending titles like Final Fantasy XIV, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Complete Edition, and Hades, which offer deep experiences often available at significant discounts.
After cranking up the difficulty, I am once again asking: How many of these games with pixel art styles can you…
PC Gamer presents a quiz challenging readers to identify 15 games based on distorted pixel art screenshots. This is the second round of their pixel art identification quiz, with a six-minute time limit. The article also mentions other PC Gamer quizzes on various gaming trivia topics.
Fired Rockstar workers say you shouldn't boycott GTA 6 for them: 'We spent years pouring our hard work, skill,…
Fired unionized workers from Rockstar Games are urging gamers not to boycott Grand Theft Auto 6, despite their ongoing legal dispute over alleged union busting. The workers, represented by the IWGB union, are seeking justice and compensation for their dismissal, which they describe as a ruthless act. They encourage support through purchasing union merchandise to fund their legal battle.
