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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.
Mabinogi’s latest patch focuses on life skills with seasonal activities, new recipes, and new progression
Nexon's MMORPG Mabinogi has received a 'New Life' update focused on enhancing life skills. The update introduces the 'Season Life' system with seasonal activities and progression, alongside new farming mechanics, rare materials, expertise effects, and cooking recipes to deepen player engagement with crafting and gathering.
Mabinogi’s latest update, Martial Hearts, drops two new Arcana talents for players to explore
Mabinogi's latest update, 'Martial Hearts,' introduces two new Arcana talents: Melodic Puppeteer, which combines Bard and Puppetry for mid-to-long range musical damage, and Blazing Brawler, merging Martial Arts and Close Combat for fiery melee attacks. The update also expands the Arcana Association with new cap levels, vignettes, and stat caps, with further content promised for August.
The conclusion to Mabinogi’s Ruins in Twilight story update arrives this weekj
Nexon is releasing the conclusion to Mabinogi's two-part Ruins in Twilight story update on June 25th. The update will continue the high-level questline, introduce Korean voiceovers for all characters, and offer significant rewards upon completion.
Nexon Developers Conference 26 Opens Today
The Nexon Developers Conference (NDC) 26 has opened, focusing on Artificial Intelligence in game development. The conference, held by NEXON Korea Corporation, features 51 sessions covering planning, production, and live operations, with a special emphasis on how AI can streamline experimentation and creative processes. The event also includes exhibitions of Nexon IP artwork and game sound production.
MMO sandbox Mabinogi rolls out an epic two-part storyline this month called Ruins in Twilight
The MMO Mabinogi is rolling out a two-part storyline update titled "Ruins in Twilight" throughout June. Part 1, released on June 11th, introduces a mysterious gate in Dunbarton following a Divine Beast attack, and Part 2, arriving on June 25th, will add new characters and continue the narrative. New arcana talents are also planned for July.
Mabinogi opens the Abyss of Doubt dungeon and outlines update plans through the summer
Mabinogi has released its latest update, featuring the new Abyss of Doubt dungeon, which serves as a higher difficulty for the Brí Leith dungeon. This update also includes new titles, items, and enchant possibilities, alongside adjustments to existing systems and a penalty for dungeon abandonment. Future summer plans include a new generation storyline, Arcana: Martial Hearts content, and additions to fantasy life professions.
Nexon Q1 net income rises 118% to $360.7m
Nexon reported a 118% year-over-year increase in net income for the first quarter, reaching $360.7 million, driven by strong performance from Embark Studios' Arc Raiders and the MapleStory franchise. The company also announced a ten-year publishing partnership extension with Tencent for Dungeon & Fighter in China.
Mabinogi adjusts how many times you can loot some of its dungeons
Nexon has adjusted the loot rewards for Mabinogi's Crom Bás and Glenn Bearna dungeons, consolidating clear rewards between Basic and Normal difficulties to prevent excessive gold acquisition and potential negative impacts on the in-game economy. The April update also added more loot to the Alby Shineseeker dungeon and included various bug fixes and adjustments to skills and summons.
Mabinogi celebrates its 18th anniversary with events and rewards
Mabinogi is celebrating its 18th anniversary with a variety of in-game events, quests, and rewards, concluding on April 9th. Nexon shared statistics highlighting the game's longevity, including over 13 million rebirths and 15 million auction house items sold since its launch in March 2008.
Tofer.A Fire & Ice RGX 2026 Guest of Honor
Tofer.A, a recognized pop-culture expert and retro gaming enthusiast, has been announced as a Guest of Honor at Fire & Ice RGX 2026. The event will feature Tofer.A's performance on June 20th, alongside other guests and activities. The article also briefly mentions recent releases and updates for games like The Coin Game, Mabinogi, The Darkside Detective: Backside of the Moon, Crimson Desert, Persona 5: The Phantom X, and Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves.
Mabinogi’s 18th Anniversary Celebration Live Through April 9
Nexon America is celebrating Mabinogi's 18th anniversary with in-game events and rewards running until April 9. The celebration includes a special story questline, mini-games, daily and weekly challenges, and surprise login bonuses. The article also briefly mentions new demos and releases for The Darkside Detective: Backside of the Moon, Crimson Desert, Persona 5: The Phantom X, Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves, The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales, and Oceaneers.
Mabinogi 18th Anniversary Adds Events, Rewards, and Community Milestones
Mabinogi is celebrating its 18th anniversary with a three-week in-game event called "A Gift of Mysterious Magic," featuring story quests, mini-games, and daily/weekly challenges. The update also highlights community milestones, showcasing player achievements and statistics accumulated since the game's launch in 2008, alongside other rotating events and login bonuses.
The First Descendant Introduces Sharen Balance Updates, A New Melee Weapon, New Dungeon ‘Legion Laboratory’ and More in New Dev Livestream
NEXON has detailed upcoming updates for The First Descendant, including balance adjustments for the Descendant Sharen, a new melee weapon called 'Crime and Punishment,' and a new dungeon named 'Legion Laboratory.' The March update, launching on March 12, will also introduce new modules, weapon balance changes, and in-game events.