Guild Wars 2
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The Daily Grind: Which MMORPG still really needs to have a mobile client or spinoff?
The author questions which MMORPGs still lack a mobile client or spinoff, despite the success of games like RuneScape and Albion Online on mobile. The article highlights the potential for games like Guild Wars 2, City of Heroes, and World of Warcraft to benefit from mobile integration, citing the recent Guild Wars 1 port announcement as a point of discussion.
My most-anticipated but frequently delayed Zelda-like is finally releasing later this month after 6 years in development
Yacht Club Games has announced that Mina the Hollower, a top-down action RPG inspired by classic Zelda titles, is set to release later this month after a development period spanning since 2020. The game, known for its 8-bit inspired pixel art and Castlevania-like aesthetic, faced delays due to the COVID-19 pandemic and industry challenges. The studio considers the game's success crucial for its future, aiming to sell at least 200,000 copies.
The Stream Team: Sojourning at the Sunspear sanctuary in Guild Wars 2
Massively OP's MJ Guthrie is continuing her playthrough of Guild Wars 2's Living World Season 4, focusing on the Sunspear sanctuary in episode 4. The stream will cover strategies for dealing with Kralkatorric's forces and planning for the dragon's eventual defeat. The event is scheduled for 8:00 p.m. EDT on Tuesday, May 5th, 2026.
Massively OP Podcast Episode 564: Evercold or everwarmer?
The MassivelyOP Podcast episode 564 covers recent MMORPG news, including Final Fantasy XIV's 'Evercold' expansion announcement for 2027, Guild Wars Reforged receiving a mobile port, and Aion 2's westward release window. Other topics include new MMOs from Nexon, Palia's upcoming mount expansion, SWTOR's future updates, LOTRO's housing, Conan Exiles Enhanced edition, and the sale of EVE Online back to CCP Games.
Linux century marches on as Discord brings updater parity with Windows and easy installs for more distros
Discord has updated its application for Linux, bringing its updater functionality in parity with Windows and simplifying installation for more distributions. This change addresses a long-standing inconvenience for Linux users who previously had to manually install updates. The move is seen as a positive sign for Linux's growing presence on the desktop.
Guild Wars 2 formally reveals The Only Way’s new zone, Eternity’s Garden, coming May 12
ArenaNet has revealed details for the next update in Guild Wars 2: Visions of the End, titled The Only Way, which will introduce the new zone Eternity's Garden on May 12. This update continues the story following the Commander's investigation into the Inquest leader Vloxx. It will also feature new mastery tiers, relics, legendary items, and updates to the Wizard's Vault.
Guild Wars 2: Visions of Eternity Update ‘The Only Way’ Launches Next Tuesday
ArenaNet announced that the Guild Wars 2: Visions of Eternity update, 'The Only Way,' will launch on Tuesday, May 12. This update introduces a new map called 'Eternity's Garden,' continues the expansion's story, and adds new masteries, relics, and rewards. Guild Wars 2: Visions of Eternity is available for $24.99 on Steam and the official Guild Wars 2 website.
MMO Week in Review: Guild Wars in your pocket
ArenaNet announced a mobile port of Guild Wars Reforged with cross-progression, coinciding with the game's 21st anniversary. This week also saw Final Fantasy XIV patch 7.5, Pearl Abyss selling EVE Online studio CCP Games to its management, and Star Wars The Old Republic revealing the planet Ryloth for its 8.0 update.
WRUP: He’s Chort edition | Massively Overpowered
This week's 'What Are You Playing' segment features discussions on Guild Wars 2, The Division 2, and Final Fantasy XIV. Staff members also shared their thoughts on disappointing landmarks, with Mount Rushmore and Plymouth Rock being mentioned.
Loving MMOs in 2026 is an exercise in frustration, grief, and moving on
The current state of MMORPGs in 2026 is frustrating due to a lack of new titles and constant changes to existing ones, leaving players reliant on older games. This situation is attributed to the conflict between the long development cycles of MMOs and the short-term profit demands of shareholders, leading to cancellations and instability within the genre.
The Daily Grind: Is gliding more fun than flying in MMORPGs?
This article discusses the evolution and enjoyment of gliding mechanics in MMORPGs, comparing it to traditional flying. While initially underwhelmed by Guild Wars 2's gliding, the author now appreciates its contribution to player freedom without trivializing world traversal, noting its prevalence in recent survival sandboxes like Aloft, Palia, Nightingale, and Farever.
Massively Overthinking: Should MMOs reward players for content they were gonna do anyway?
This article discusses the potential negative impacts of over-gamification in MMORPGs, where rewards for basic activities like logging in or completing daily quests can diminish intrinsic motivation. Several writers share experiences of feeling obligated to play rather than enjoying the game, leading to burnout and a loss of interest. The discussion explores whether these systems benefit players or studios in the long term.
Guild Wars 2 has begun teasing Visions of Eternity’s The Only Way, launching May 12
ArenaNet has begun teasing "The Only Way," the next part of the Guild Wars 2 expansion Visions of Eternity, set to launch on May 12th. The content will focus on mapping and story, with influencers sharing glimpses of a new map, a jumping puzzle, and a potential otter Ranger pet. A spoiler-filled recap video confirmed the name and release date for this quarterly patch.
The Stream Team: Guild Wars 2’s A Star to Guide Us
MassivelyOP's MJ Guthrie will be playing Guild Wars 2's Living World Season 4, chapter 4, titled 'A Star to Guide Us'. The stream will focus on the in-game events occurring at the leadership summit in Jahai following the defeat of Joko. The stream is scheduled for 8:00 p.m. EDT on Tuesday, April 28th, 2026.
MMORPG The Quinfall announces a new project to name and shame cheaters and RMT bots
Vawraek Technology, the developer of the MMORPG The Quinfall, has announced a new 'Wall of Shame' project to publicly list banned players. This initiative aims to increase transparency regarding rule violations such as real money trading and cheating. The studio previously stated that around 100 RMT accounts were actioned.
‘Guild Wars Reforged’ Launches on iOS and Android Devices This Summer
ArenaNet announced that Guild Wars Reforged, the acclaimed MMORPG, will launch on iOS and Android devices this summer with an optimized UI and controls. The game will be free-to-play with an ad-supported client for the original Prophecies campaign, with expansions available for purchase. Players can sync their characters and progress across mobile and PC platforms, playing together on the same servers.
Guild Wars Reforged Will Be Free On Mobile, With A Catch
ArenaNet is releasing Guild Wars Reforged, a quasi-remaster of the 2005 MMORPG, for free on iOS and Android devices this summer. The initial Prophecies campaign will include ads, with players needing to purchase additional campaigns on PC to go ad-free. Those who already own the PC version can link their accounts for complete, ad-free access and synchronized progress across platforms.
Final Fantasy 14's promised 'public fields' redesign could fix complaints I've had about the MMO for…
This article discusses potential improvements to Final Fantasy XIV's open-world design, focusing on the 'Public Fields' and quests. The author expresses delight that Square Enix plans to address complaints about the beautiful but empty zones, drawing comparisons to dynamic events in World of Warcraft and Guild Wars 2. Director Naoki Yoshida has acknowledged the issue and promised more dynamic content and quest improvements.
One Shots: A trot on the beach
This week's One Shots feature community screenshots from various MMOs, including Equinox Homecoming, Final Fantasy XIV, Crimson Desert, and Guild Wars 2. Players shared their virtual adventures, from beach sunrises and in-game festivals to unique in-game events and seasonal content like Guild Wars 2's Super Adventure Box.
Most MMOs have so many expansions, it's hard to keep track of them all—can you tell our clever fakes from the…
This article presents a quiz designed to test players' knowledge of massively multiplayer online (MMO) game expansions. It challenges readers to distinguish between real and fake expansion names for popular titles like World of Warcraft, Final Fantasy 14, and Guild Wars 2.
