Guild Wars 2
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WRUP: Jason Jason is our new town name edition
This week's "What Are You Playing" roundup features staff and community members discussing their weekend gaming plans. Titles mentioned include Guild Wars 2, Palia, Red Dead Online, Final Fantasy XIV, World of Warcraft, and Age of Mythology: Retold. A bonus question asks which fast food restaurant they would hypothetically control for petty reasons.
The Stream Team: Happy 19th anniversary, Lord of the Rings Online!
Massively OP's MJ is joining the 19th anniversary celebration for The Lord of the Rings Online, which includes an anniversary scavenger hunt, event quests, a festival instance, and a new quest for a cosmetic pet. The stream will cover the festivities live, with the full stream posted later. Other games like AdventureQuest 3D, Planet Crafter, and Guild Wars 2 are also featured in upcoming streams.
Vague Patch Notes: The bad data problem with MMOs
This article discusses the pervasive issue of 'bad data' in the MMORPG genre, particularly concerning player metrics. It argues that attempts to derive accurate player counts or financial data from sources like Steam Charts or financial reports are often misleading and lead to worse conclusions. The author emphasizes that only official data released by game companies can provide reliable figures, but even then, the necessity of knowing exact player numbers is questioned.
The Stream Team: Pampering Petey the roller beetle in Guild Wars 2
MJ Guthrie continues her quest to acquire a roller beetle in Guild Wars 2, with her next steps involving dealing with a scarab plague, the beetle king, and a toxic spider queen. The stream will cover her attempts to find and complete the necessary in-game events to achieve this goal.
Massively OP Podcast Episode 563: In the name of the Windrose
The MassivelyOP Podcast episode 563 covers several MMORPGs, including the early access launch of pirate survival game Windrose and the shift of Book of Travels to a single-player offline experience. The hosts also discuss the closure of the Turtle WoW project, legal issues surrounding Ashes of Creation, the closed beta for Loftia, and drama within Project Gorgon.
Horse game klaxon: Palia is adding breedable, rideable horses and they look way more realistic than most MMO mounts
The life simulation MMO Palia is introducing breedable and rideable horses with its upcoming Royal Highlands expansion. These mounts will feature different gaits and handling traits, with a breeding system allowing for unique traits and visual effects. The expansion, launching in May, will also include new horse breeds and celebrate 10 million total players.
MMO Week in Review: Gorgon’s drama, TurtleWoW’s demise, Ashes’ docs
This week in the MMORPG genre saw significant drama and updates across various titles. Ashes of Creation's former boss released legal documents, Project Gorgon faced community backlash over bans, and TurtleWoW announced its closure following a lawsuit. Additionally, Book of Travels is transitioning to a solo offline game, while new content and updates arrived for games like Guild Wars 2, Final Fantasy XIV, and Elder Scrolls Online.
One Shots: Release the confusing kraken!
This week's 'One Shots' column features community screenshots from various MMOs, including Final Fantasy XIV, Guild Wars 2, Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora, World of Warcraft, and Lord of the Rings Online. Players shared images of in-game bosses, serene landscapes, and nostalgic locations, highlighting the visual diversity and community engagement within these virtual worlds.
WRUP: The cooking rice with liquid mercury song
This week's 'What Are You Playing' roundup features community and staff discussing their weekend gaming plans. Titles mentioned include Palia, Guild Wars 2, Wayfinder, Red Dead Online, Final Fantasy XIV, City of Heroes: Homecoming, Warframe, Death Howl, World of Warcraft, and Overwatch. A bonus question asks about default restaurant orders for testing new establishments.
The Stream Team: Guild Wars 2’s Bumble Pug Days… er, Super Adventure Box is back
The Super Adventure Box event, also known as Bumble Pug Days, has returned to Guild Wars 2, featuring new content in World 3 Test Zone 2. The event is known for its silly and fun 8-bit aesthetic, including bumble pug hybrids. MJ Guthrie will be streaming the event live on Tuesday, April 14th, 2026, at 8:00 p.m. EDT.
Guild Wars 2’s Super Adventure Box Festival has returned with World 3 Test Zone 2 as teased
The Super Adventure Box festival has returned to Guild Wars 2, featuring the newly expanded World 3 Test Zone 2. This update introduces new weapon sets, a backpack, guild decorations, and music, alongside adjustments to player damage and boss health. The event also includes a historical raid encounter vendor and Push tournaments, running until May 5th.
The Daily Grind: What are some good examples of overengineering in MMORPGs?
This article discusses the concept of overengineering in video games, specifically within the MMORPG genre. Examples like The Lord of the Rings Online's task system and Guild Wars 2's character panel are cited as instances where game design is unnecessarily complex. The piece invites readers to share their own examples of overengineered features in MMORPGs.
MMO Week in Review: EQ Legends’ beta, Ashes of Creation’s drama
This week's MMO news roundup covers the upcoming closed beta for EverQuest Legends and ongoing legal drama surrounding Ashes of Creation. Several other titles like AdventureQuest Worlds Infinity, Dune Awakening, and Temtem Pioneers also saw significant updates or funding news.
One Shots: Reflecting on a job well done
This week's community screenshot showcase features players from Final Fantasy XIV, Baldur's Gate 3, World of Warcraft, and Guild Wars 2. The submissions highlight various in-game moments, from completing difficult grinds to experiencing significant story events and humorous character interactions.
The Stream Team: Portal hopping in Planet Crafter
Massively OP's MJ Guthrie is exploring the portal-hopping mechanics in Planet Crafter, finding cool new areas filled with loot. She enjoys scratching her explorer itch while simultaneously filling her storage. The article also lists upcoming streams featuring other games like Crystalfall, Warframe, Guild Wars 2, and Star Trek Online.
Guild Wars 2’s Super Adventure Box Festival returns next week, teasing a new map
ArenaNet announced that the Super Adventure Box festival for Guild Wars 2 will return on April 14th, featuring new rewards and potentially teasing a new map for World 3. The event, now a full festival, was previously an April Fools' joke.
The Stream Team: Starting the search for a personal Guild Wars 2 roller beetle
Massively OP's MJ Guthrie is starting her quest to acquire a personal roller beetle mount in Guild Wars 2. The stream will focus on the process of obtaining the mount, moving beyond renting for races. The article also lists upcoming streams for other games.
Legends of Elumia: Season of Fire Unveiled with Volcanic Beasts and Fresh Quests
Triumph Games has launched the 'Season of Fire' update for the MMORPG Legends of Elumia, introducing volcanic environments, new creatures, and the 'Magma Hunt' event. The update aims to enhance player engagement and competitiveness. Triumph Games, which acquired the title in April 2025 and transitioned it to a free-to-play model on the Immutable network, continues to roll out new content.
The Stream Team: Twelve years of Elder Scrolls Online? Bring on the cake!
The Elder Scrolls Online is celebrating its 12th anniversary with a new in-game cake and event tickets. The article highlights the tradition of elaborate anniversary cakes in the game and mentions other live streams for Guild Wars 2, Dungeons & Dragons Online, and AdventureQuest 3D.
WoW Factor: World of Warcraft’s never told a big story well, but it does organic tales better
This article analyzes World of Warcraft's long-standing issues with delivering compelling main storylines, contrasting them with the game's success in creating memorable organic, player-driven narratives and engaging side quests. While the overarching plot is often criticized as disjointed, the game's world design and smaller quest arcs provide a more personal and captivating experience for players.