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MMO Week in Review: Joy of movement
This week's MMO news roundup covers a preview of Guild Wars 3's combat and movement, with ArenaNet's Colin Johanson taking on the game's direction. Other news includes Xbox's cloud gaming plans, Aion 2 lacking an Oceania server, Elder Scrolls Online's roadmap, and rumors of a StarCraft successor from Nexon and Blizzard.
Neverwinter lays out its roadmap for the remainder of 2026 and into early 2027
Cryptic Studios has released a roadmap detailing plans for Neverwinter through the end of 2026 and into early 2027. Upcoming content includes new events, Module 34 with a new trial and skirmish, and an additional difficulty mode. Future updates in 2027 will focus on an item-level rebalance, class changes, new class roles, UI improvements, and updates to the Reaper challenge.
Neverwinter’s latest update brings madness-causing monoliths, new items, and a multi-eyed cat
Neverwinter's latest update, Monoliths of Madness, introduces a 12-week in-game event featuring strange altars that corrupt zones and cause madness. Players can participate in a campaign, face corrupted enemies and bosses, and earn rewards including a new mount and companion. The update also includes item stack increases, the ability to equip two combat enhancements, and new gear.
Neverwinter kicks off its Summer Festival with events, mounts, and fashion
The MMORPG Neverwinter has launched its annual Summer Festival, which will run until September 3rd. Players can participate in activities like Sahha Ball, the summer feast, troll fights, and water battles to earn rewards such as unique mounts and cosmetic items, including a flower-covered bear and character fashion.
Star Trek Online gives a 2015-era Romulan warbird the ‘remastered’ treatment
Cryptic Studios has remastered the D'Khellra warbird battlecruiser for Star Trek Online, updating its model to current visual standards. This remaster is free for existing owners of the ship. Separately, Neverwinter received bug fixes and is preparing for its upcoming Module 33.5, Monoliths of Madness.
Betawatch: Palworld goes full mobile MMORPG as Guild Wars 3 talks species
This week's Betawatch covers several upcoming and in-development MMORPGs, including a mobile-only version of Palworld called Palworld Online and Guild Wars 3 confirming playable species. Updates are also provided on games like Runescape Dragonwilds, ArcheAge S: Strait of Freedom, and various titles in testing phases, highlighting the ongoing development and testing cycles within the MMO genre.
Neverwinter opens the test server for the Monoliths of Madness campaign
Neverwinter has launched a test server for its upcoming Module 33.5, "Monoliths of Madness," allowing PC players to provide feedback on new content and changes. The update, scheduled for a mid-September release, introduces new missions via "monoliths" in old zones, increased item stack sizes, and an extra Combat Enhancement slot. Player feedback is being accepted until August 18th.
Neverwinter adds new confirmation dialogues and updates item boosts as Siege of Neverwinter returns
Neverwinter has received a patch on PC that adds confirmation dialogues for loadout changes and updates character boost packs to item level 85,000. The game also sees the return of the Siege of Neverwinter event and new items added to the battle pass.
Neverwinter’s Celebration of Lliira returns for the week to promote ‘joy, freedom, and liberty’
The Celebration of Lliira event has returned to the MMORPG Neverwinter, encouraging players to honor the Goddess of Joy, Freedom, and Liberty. Players can participate by completing daily quests and setting off fireworks, earning Tokens of Lliira's Favor for event rewards, including a celestial dragonnel mount. The event runs through Friday, July 10th.
Neverwinter makes Dungeon Jotunskar itemization adjustments with its latest patch
Neverwinter has implemented patch adjustments to the Advanced Jotunskar dungeon's itemization. The vanity pet Little Jarl Blizzardson has been removed from drops and moved to the dungeon merchant, with store prices for various items halved. Drop rates for amulets and brooches have been improved, and Mythic Rings require less Cosmic Dust to refine, with Legendary rarity rings now being account-bound.
The MOP Up: Albion Online teases a new July event
Albion Online is teasing a new event called "Keeper Uprising" for Guild Season 33 starting July 4th, featuring special missions and rewards. This roundup also includes updates from RuneScape, Neverwinter, Entropia Universe, Dungeon Fighter Online, La Tale, Myth of Empires: Throne, Hearthstone, Cave Crave, MapleStory: Idle RPG, Star Trek Online, Mimesis, MechWarrior 5 Mercenaries, MechWarrior Online, Marathon, Persist Online, Planet Crafter, and Teamfight Tactics, covering new content, events, patches, and business changes.
The MOP Up: Runes of Magic has its summer fun times
Runes of Magic is hosting a summer event with in-game activities and clear water to escape the heat. This article also rounds up other recent MMO news, including updates for The Division, Odin: Valhalla Rising, Persist Online, Uncharted Waters Online, Skull and Bones, Neverwinter, DayZ, EVE Online, Myth of Empires: Throne, Wizard101, Crossout, and League of Legends.
Champions Online’s Nightmare Invasion, Star Trek Online’s freebies, and Neverwinter’s borked patch
Cryptic Studios is running multiple in-game events across its titles in June. Champions Online features the Nightmare Invasion and Qliphothic Bonus Event, while Star Trek Online offers daily freebies during the Festival on Risa. Neverwinter received a patch on June 4th with adjustments to Dungeon Jotunskar and other fixes, though some changes were unintentionally not implemented correctly.
The MOP Up: Broken Ranks throws new content at you In Cold Blood
Broken Ranks has released a new content drop titled 'In Cold Blood,' which challenges level 140 players with the Monastery of the Order of the Forgotten Dawn for legendary gear. This article also rounds up other recent MMO news, including updates for RIFT, The Finals, Myth of Empires: Throne, Toram, Conan Exiles Enhanced, PlanetSide 2, Guild Wars 2, DC Universe Online, World War II Online, Neverwinter, Sea of Thieves, Magic Online, and Wizard101, as well as announcements from Ankama and the confirmation of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4.
MMOs don't need 'to be 200 hours of unique content' at launch, says industry vet
MMO design veteran Jack Emmert argues that new Massively Multiplayer Online games do not need to launch with an excessive amount of unique content. He suggests that focusing on a strong core experience and a committed live team allows for organic growth based on player desires, contrasting this with the current industry trend of over-scoping.
MMO Week in Review: Your light fades away
This week's MMO news highlights the impending end of updates for Destiny 2 after its final release in June, leading to player mourning and industry layoffs. Several other games, including Closers Online and one version of Tree of Savior, are also shutting down. New developments include Daybreak Game Company adding a Canadian studio, Guild Wars Reforged soft-launching its mobile client, Throne and Liberty previewing an expansion, and Neverwinter releasing a new module.
Cryptic’s Jack Emmert on hungry MMO fans and games that are ‘basically features, but without any soul’
Cryptic Studios' Jack Emmert believes the MMORPG genre still has a strong audience, citing games like New World and World of Warcraft. He argues that many new MMORPGs fail due to a lack of focused design, resulting in "features without any soul" and bloated budgets, which publishers often push for.
"People want MMOs, and the sales of New World proved it" – Cryptic Studios head Jack Emmert on why MMOs are ripe for reinvention
Cryptic Studios CEO Jack Emmert believes the MMORPG market is still strong, citing the sales of New World as proof, despite recent cancellations. He argues that successful MMOs should focus on a distinct vision and niche audience rather than trying to appeal to everyone, which often leads to diluted experiences. Emmert also emphasizes the importance of rapid prototyping and controlled scope for long-term success in the genre.
Midday Patches
Several games have received updates. Hunt: Showdown's 1896 update 2.7.1.2 is now live. Neverwinter's Module 33 'Biting Cold' is available, and Sid Meier's Civilization VII has released its 'Test of Time' update.
Midday Multiplex
This article highlights recent trailer releases for several games, including Clive Barker's Hellraiser: The Genesis Configuration, Fading Echo, and Neverwinter. It distinguishes between official trailers and content creator videos.