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MMO Week in Review: Foreverrrrr
BlizzCon 2026 saw major announcements including a new open-world StarCraft shooter, Diablo V for 2029, and World of Warcraft Forever launching soon. The event also revealed World of Warcraft's next retail expansion, The Last Titan, and sparked controversy over World of Warcraft Forever's monetization. Other news included the sunsetting of Ship of Heroes, layoffs at Pantheon Rise of the Fallen, and business dealings involving ArcheAge.
Betawatch: Monsters & Memories plunges testers into The Deep, Loftia begins pre-registrations, and ArcheAge S is on its way next year
Several MMORPGs are entering new testing phases or preparing for launch. Monsters & Memories is plunging testers into 'The Deep' ahead of its early access, while Loftia has begun pre-registrations. ArcheAge S is slated for a Q2 2027 release, with gameplay previews coming soon. Legends of Aria Eternal and Valheim have officially launched, while Pantheon: Rise of the Fallen has experienced layoffs.
Cozy MMO Loftia begins pre-registrations for this fall’s early access launch
The cozy MMO Loftia has begun pre-registrations for its early access launch this fall. Players who pre-register will receive special in-game rewards, available for a limited time. The developers are also aiming for half a million wishlists on Steam before early access begins.
Betawatch: Stars Reach sets course for early access, EverQuest Legends successfully launches
Stars Reach has announced its paid early access will begin on August 18th, while EverQuest Legends has officially launched. The article also provides updates on Guild Wars 3's music, Cinder City's pre-alpha testing, and Reaper Actual's free weekend, alongside a comprehensive list of games currently in various stages of testing and early access.
Make My MMO: Legends of Aria and The Guild are back, SpiritVale breaks 20K concurrent
This article provides an update on various crowdfunded MMORPGs, noting the return of Legends of Aria as Legends of Aria Eternal and the successful Kickstarter for The Guild movie. It also highlights SpiritVale's launch and its achievement of over 20,000 concurrent players, while mentioning other games like Book of Travels preparing to sunset and Stars Reach nearing early access.
MMO Jukebox Song of the Week: ‘Loftia’s Study Cafe’ from Loftia
The upcoming MMO Loftia has released a 20-minute music track titled 'Loftia's Study Cafe,' designed to provide a relaxing ambiance. This feature highlights the importance of music in MMOs and invites players to share their favorite game soundtrack moments.
Make My MMO: Camelot’s early access, Loftia’s beta, Solarpunk’s launch
Several crowdfunded MMOs have seen recent developments, including Camelot Unchained's early access launch, Loftia's upcoming beta, and Solarpunk's official launch. Other titles like AQ Worlds Infinity, Stars Reach, and My Time at Evershine have also provided updates on their development progress and release windows.
The Daily Grind: What’s your favorite ‘small’ MMO online RPG?
This article discusses the appeal of smaller-scale MMORPGs and online RPGs that cater to niche playerbases or offer more intimate experiences. It highlights games like Palia, Farever, Loftia, Embers Adrift, and Project Gorgon as examples of titles that thrive despite not aiming for massive player counts.
Massively OP Podcast Episode 568: Take me home, Tyrian roads
The Massively OP Podcast episode 568 covers the official announcement of Guild Wars 3, release windows for Aion 2, Stars Reach, Loftia, Dune Awakening, and Valheim, and early access updates for Camelot Unchained and Eterspire. The hosts also discuss Star Wars: The Old Republic's Update 7.9 and The Elder Scrolls Online's Update 50.
Solarpunk MMO Loftia Is Heading into Early Access on Steam Soon!
The solarpunk-themed MMO Loftia, inspired by games like Animal Crossing and Stardew Valley, is set to launch into Early Access in Fall 2026. Developed by Qloud Games, the game focuses on farming, crafting, decorating, and social interaction on floating islands, with an emphasis on sustainability and renewable energy. Loftia will be available on PC and Nintendo Switch.
Round Up: Every Switch 1 & 2 Announcement From Summer Game Fest's Weekend Showcases
Summer Game Fest 2026 featured numerous announcements for the Nintendo Switch, including a variety of indie titles and some ports of existing games. Showcases like Geoff Keighley's Opening Show, Day of the Devs, Southeast Asian Games Showcase, Wholesome Direct, and others revealed new games and DLC across multiple genres.
Kickstarted cozy MMO Loftia ties down an autumn early access release window with a new trailer
The cozy MMORPG Loftia, developed by Qloud Games, is set to launch in early access this fall, as revealed in a new trailer. The trailer showcases various social and pastoral activities, including farming, fishing, and house decoration. To celebrate, Qloud Games is hosting an event to unlock community rewards, with more details on the exact early access date to follow.
All the SGF 2026 Wholesome Direct Cozy Games We Saw Today
The Wholesome Direct, part of Summer Game Fest 2026, showcased numerous cozy games with new announcements and release dates. The puzzle game Momento received a shadowdrop release on PC today, with console versions to follow. Many featured titles will be available on PC via a dedicated Steam page, and several demos are now live.
Loftia debuts a new trailer that showcases its cozy MMO dungeon-like instanced adventures
The cozy solarpunk MMO Loftia has released a new gameplay trailer showcasing its cooperative, time-based "adventures," which are described as a cozy take on MMO dungeons. The trailer features a team of four players engaging in gathering, crafting, puzzle-solving, and light platforming within instanced missions. Qloud Games also confirmed their participation in the upcoming Wholesome Direct presentation.
Betawatch: AdventureQuest Worlds Infinity and Torebia launch into testing
This week's Betawatch roundup highlights the upcoming testing phases for AdventureQuest Worlds Infinity and Torebia, both noted for their genuine genre fandom and plucky effort. Other games entering testing include Star Citizen, which has surpassed one billion dollars in crowdfunding, and various MMORPGs like Pantheon Rise of the Fallen and Subnautica 2.
Make My MMO: Hollowed Oath’s Kickstarter, Temtem’s latest haul, Loftia’s beta
God Mode Games' MMORPG Hollowed Oath is nearing its Kickstarter goal, having secured over $122,000 with 11 days remaining. Meanwhile, Temtem Pioneers successfully concluded its Kickstarter campaign, raising over $620,000. The article also provides updates on various other crowdfunded MMOs including Project Gorgon, Camelot Unchained, Tomo Endless Blue, and Loftia.
MMO Week in Review: The Only Way to the Cradle of War
This week's MMO news roundup covers major announcements from EVE Online's Cradle of War expansion and Star Citizen's alpha 4.8 Tactical Strike. Guild Wars 2 launched The Only Way update, while Amazon's Lord of the Rings MMORPG fate remains uncertain. NCsoft and Pearl Abyss reported strong financial quarters, and various other MMOs like Farever, EverQuest Legends, and Subnautica 2 were discussed.
Betawatch: Subnautica 2 dives into early access with a big splash
Subnautica 2 has launched into early access, drawing significant player interest and discussion, partly fueled by prior controversy. The article also provides a broad overview of other games currently in various stages of testing, including Farever, Star Citizen, and EverQuest Legends, highlighting player counts, updates, and testing statuses.
First impressions: Loftia is adorable even in beta, but it needs a clearer identity in the cozy space
Loftia, a new solarpunk MMORPG, shows promise with its adorable art style and engaging mechanics during its closed beta. However, the game struggles to establish a unique identity in the crowded cozy game market, facing challenges in differentiating itself from similar titles like Palia and My Time at Portia. Technical issues, particularly high ping and rubberbanding, also detracted from the experience.
Betawatch: Farever glides into early access while Loftia lands from closed beta
Several games are entering or continuing their early access and beta phases. Farever has officially launched into early access, while Loftia is preparing to bolster its early access based on closed beta feedback. Other titles like Trove, Aliens Fireteam Elite 2, Path of Exile 2, and Reaper Actual are also undergoing testing or preparing for updates and releases.