Final Fantasy XIV
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Guild Wars 1 and 2 will continue to get updates even after Guild Wars 3 is out: 'We are not replacing your favorite…ArenaNet has announced that Guild Wars 3 will not lead to the discontinuation of Guild Wars 2 or Guild Wars. Both existing titles will continue to receive updates for the foreseeable future, with Guild Wars 2 seeing a slowdown in new content as Guild Wars 3 approaches release. This approach mirrors successful strategies seen in other long-running MMORPGs like Final Fantasy XIV and RuneScape.
Summer Game Fest 2026 Part 2: Racing, Horror, Fighting Games & Major Updates | Invision Game CommunitySummer Game Fest 2026 Part 2 showcased a wide array of new games and updates across multiple genres including racing, fighting, and horror. Major announcements included expansions for Monster Hunter Wilds, new content for Street Fighter 6 and Palworld, and reveals for games like Hot Wheels Infinite Rush and Stellar Blade: Blood Rain. The event also highlighted upcoming titles for the Nintendo Switch 2 and concluded with the unveiling of Final Fantasy VII Revelation.- Everything Announced at Summer Game Fest 2026: Every Reveal, Trailer and Release Date | Invision GameSummer Game Fest 2026 showcased a vast array of new game announcements, including remakes of Resident Evil: Code Veronica and Assassin's Creed Black Flag, sequels to Alien Isolation and Lords of the Fallen, and new entries in franchises like Guild Wars and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. The event featured reveals across multiple genres and platforms, with many titles slated for release in 2027 and beyond.
As someone with over 1,000 hours in Guild Wars 2, I hope ArenaNet has a better plan this time aroundArenaNet has announced Guild Wars 3, a follow-up to their long-running MMO Guild Wars 2. The announcement comes after a period of inconsistent content updates and narrative conclusions for Guild Wars 2, leading to player concerns about the developer's planning. The new title aims to be a fresh start for the series, with hopes of attracting new and returning players.
After 14 years, Guild Wars 3 is finally coming as "a modern evolution of the MMO" – and its beta opens…ArenaNet has officially announced Guild Wars 3, a modern evolution of the MMORPG genre, during Summer Game Fest. The game is set over a thousand years before the original Guild Wars and will feature deep character customization and skill-building gameplay. A beta is scheduled to open in the fall of 2027, with sign-ups available now.
Guild Wars 3 Will Make Its Console Debut on PS5, Beta Due in Fall 2027Guild Wars 3 is confirmed to be launching on PlayStation 5, marking the first console release for the series. The first beta test is scheduled for Fall 2027. The game is set in the Tyrian region of Orr and features a vast open world with magical elements and nature spirits.
Everything announced at Summer Game Fest 2026 — from Final Fantasy 7 Revelation to Resident Evil Code Veronica…Summer Game Fest 2026 showcased a multitude of game announcements and trailers, including the reveal of Final Fantasy 7 Revelation, a remake of Resident Evil Code Veronica, and new titles like Stellar Blade Bloodrain and Alien Isolation 2. Several existing games also received updates or new content, such as Palworld 1.0 and a new season for Fortnite. The event also featured announcements for upcoming titles across various genres, with many slated for release in 2026 and 2027 on platforms including PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, PC, and Nintendo Switch 2.- 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.
- Here are some of the Pride events happening across the MMORPG and multiplayer worldMultiple MMORPGs and multiplayer games are celebrating Pride Month with in-game events, cosmetic items, and charitable donations. Titles like Wizard101, Overwatch, Final Fantasy XIV, and World of Warcraft are offering special content and supporting LGBTQ+ organizations.
How to watch the Summer Game Fest 2026 livestreamThe Summer Game Fest 2026 livestream, hosted by Geoff Keighley, is scheduled for Friday, June 5th, and will run for approximately two hours. Viewers can watch the event on YouTube and Twitch, with confirmed appearances from Star Wars: Zero Company and Among Us, alongside potential reveals for Persona 6 and Guild Wars 3.
Final Fantasy 14 players clear one of the hardest fights in the MMO with only casters and healers: "Tank LB3 is a…A group of Final Fantasy 14 players has successfully cleared The Epic of Alexander (Ultimate) raid without any tanks, using only healers and casters. This challenging feat, typically requiring a balanced party composition, highlights the players' exceptional skill and coordination. The community has reacted with impressed comments, with some joking that tank Limit Breaks are merely a suggestion.
Feature: Nintendo Switch 2: Year One - Looking Back, How Would You Rate It So Far?This article looks back at the first year of the Nintendo Switch 2, which launched in June 2025. It recaps the major game releases, including both new titles and enhanced versions of existing games, and discusses the challenges faced by Nintendo and the industry during this period. The piece also includes impressions from the editorial team and reader polls to gauge satisfaction with the console's debut year.
Final Fantasy 14 housing lottery schedule: how and when to bid, and find out if you've wonThis guide explains the lottery system for acquiring housing in Final Fantasy XIV, detailing the entry and results periods which cycle every nine days. It outlines how to bid using gil and how to check if you have won, emphasizing the need to finalize purchases within the results period to avoid losing the plot and a portion of your bid.
FFXIV Y’shtola Nendoroid Appears Ahead of Emet-Selch, Haurchefant, and YotsuyuGood Smile Company and Square Enix have announced new Nendoroid figures for Final Fantasy XIV characters, with Y’shtola Rhul pre-orders opening now. Figures for Emet-Selch, Haurchefant Greystone, and Yotsuyu Brutus are also planned. The Y’shtola figure, depicting her Shadowbringers attire, will release in Japan in November 2026 and worldwide in Q2 2027.
Final Fantasy 14 seasonal events schedule: what to expect and when to expect themThis guide outlines the seasonal events schedule for Final Fantasy 14, detailing current and upcoming events like Make it Rain, Moonfire Faire, and All Saints' Wake. While exact dates are not always provided far in advance, Square Enix typically holds these events around the same time each year, offering unique in-game rewards and activities.
Final Fantasy and Star Wars have the same problem, says former Square Enix exec: fans are getting older, and young…Former Square Enix executive Jacob Navok argues that both Final Fantasy and Star Wars face a critical problem of an aging core fanbase with a shrinking new audience. He points to declining ratings for Star Wars: The Mandalorian and the high average age of Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth players as evidence that these franchises are struggling to connect with younger generations who are growing up with platforms like Roblox.
FFXIV Gimme Cat Being Turned Into a FigureTaito and Square Enix are releasing merchandise based on the Gimme Cat creature from Final Fantasy XIV: Dawntrail. Two variants, a standard Gimme Cat and a Great Gimme Cat, will be available in Japanese arcades around June 2026. The figures will stand at almost five inches tall and may be posable.
"Kefka is the ultimate troll": Final Fantasy 14's top raiders are being hoodwinked by a returning JRPG icon proving to be the most annoying Ultimate boss yetThe new Kefka-themed Ultimate raid in Final Fantasy XIV is proving to be an exceptionally challenging and troll-filled experience for top raiders. Players are amused by Kefka's deceptive mechanics, including a fake 'Complete' cutscene and a vanishing chest, which have led to the fight being humorously dubbed 'UMAD'. The raid's difficulty and unique trolling elements are generating significant community discussion and memes during the world's first race.
Final Fantasy 14's solo only challenge runner overcomes impossible odds again, this time by blowing himself upA Final Fantasy 14 solo challenge runner, RathGames, has overcome the Seat of Sacrifice duty by employing a unique strategy involving a second, multi-boxed character. To bypass a critical group-based mechanic, RathGames used his Blue Mage character to self-destruct and then immediately raised it with his Sage alt, exploiting the raise grace period to skip the damaging Limit Break.
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth Switch 2 Review – An unmissable portable RPGFinal Fantasy VII Rebirth has been released on Nintendo Switch 2, offering a portable version of the acclaimed RPG. While visual cutbacks and a 30fps frame rate are present compared to PlayStation 5 and PC versions, the game remains impressive thanks to DLSS upscaling and strong audio design. Despite some pop-in and reduced detail, it provides a compelling experience for portable players.