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Monsters & Memories has delayed its early access from June to October
Niche Worlds Cult has delayed the early access launch of Monsters & Memories from June to October 1st, 2026. Studio lead Shawn Lord cited slower than hoped progress and a desire for further polish on class revisions, itemization, progression, and content as reasons for the delay. The game will now launch with Module I, also known as Descent into the Deep, doubling starting locations and adding two races.
Make My MMO: AQW Infinity’s massive Kickstarter haul, Ashes of Creation in limbo
AdventureQuest Worlds Infinity's Kickstarter has surpassed $1.3 million, making it a significant crowdfunding success. The article also notes other crowdfunded MMOs, including the successful Darkhaven and the ongoing legal battles and player count issues surrounding Ashes of Creation.
A key Monsters & Memories developer has apparently left just ahead of the June early access
Niche Worlds Cult has announced the departure of a key developer, Nick, from the Monsters & Memories development team just ahead of its June 1st early access launch. Studio head Shawn Lord stated that development and beta testing will continue as planned, with no immediate impact on target dates, though further details are restricted due to personnel matters. The news follows a delay in the weekly beta lottery due to issues with the current build.
The MOP Up: Stars Reach teaches you how to roleplay alien species
Stars Reach is providing lore and roleplay guides for its alien species, the Elioni and Gertans, ahead of its sandbox MMO's launch. This week's MMO news roundup also includes updates for War Thunder, Dungeons and Dragons Online, Sea of Thieves, and Farm Together 2, a crossover between Palworld and Legend of Mushroom, and NCsoft's acquisition of JustPlay.
Betawatch: Marathon and Equinox Homecoming both enter launch waters
Bungie's new game Marathon and Equinox Homecoming have launched this week, alongside other gaming news including AdventureQuest Worlds Infinity reaching a crowdfunding milestone. The article also provides updates on various games in beta testing and development, detailing their current status and upcoming plans.