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Massively OP Podcast Episode 565: Happily Farever after
The MassivelyOP Podcast episode 565 covers Guild Wars 2's new zone, EVE Online studio CCP's rebranding to Fenris Creations, and Path of Exile 2's 'Return of the Ancients' update. The hosts also discuss the early access launches of Farever, Reaper Actual, and Outbound, as well as Ultima Online emulators.
Flameseeker Chronicles: Guild Wars 2’s Visions of Eternity update The Only Way is here
The latest Guild Wars 2 update, 'The Only Way,' introduces the new zone Eternity's Garden within the Visions of Eternity expansion. This update features a new meta-event, the Swiftwing Raptor mount skin as a rare drop, the Forge Guard's armor and weapon set, a new otter pet for Rangers, and two new legendary accessories: Stella Radians for PvE and Strife Unending for WvW. Additionally, the wardrobe system has been refined with a new travel section and improved gear transmutation options.
Turns out you yearn for the return of PC Gamer's two favourite genres just as much as we do
A PC Gamer poll revealed that Real-time Strategy and Immersive Sims are the most desired comeback genres among players. Other popular choices included MMOs and point-and-click adventures, indicating a strong nostalgia for '90s and 2000s PC gaming staples. Despite past hopes, the RTS genre has struggled to regain its former glory, while immersive sims remain a niche but beloved category.
MMO Week in Review: The big rebranding of CCP Games
CCP Games, the studio behind EVE Online, has rebranded to Fenris Creations and announced a partnership with Google DeepMind for AI development. This news comes amidst other MMO updates including Guild Wars 2's new zone, Conan Exiles' Enhanced version, and acquisitions like Daybreak buying Cold Iron Studios.
WRUP: The context of this entry is that something very bad just happened to Guillaume edition
This weekly roundup covers what the Massively OP community and staff are playing, including Star Wars Galaxies Legends, Guild Wars 2, Palia, The Division 2, City of Heroes Homecoming, Final Fantasy XIV, Warframe, and Age of Empires IV. The article also includes a bonus question about bizarre old internet videos, with staff sharing favorites like DJ Steve Porter's Shamwow remix and the 'democracy manifest' clip.
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.