Project Gorgon

MMO Week in Review: Gorgon’s drama, TurtleWoW’s demise, Ashes’ docs

This week in the MMORPG genre saw significant drama and updates across various titles. Ashes of Creation's former boss released legal documents, Project Gorgon faced community backlash over bans, and TurtleWoW announced its closure following a lawsuit. Additionally, Book of Travels is transitioning to a solo offline game, while new content and updates arrived for games like Guild Wars 2, Final Fantasy XIV, and Elder Scrolls Online.

Project Gorgon’s Miraverre server has erupted in drama over player pop and moderation

Drama has erupted within the Project Gorgon MMORPG community, specifically concerning the Miraverre server's player population and moderation practices. A Reddit thread detailing a conflict between a player and moderator Jackencola, who allegedly told players to play Ashes of Creation if they were unhappy, has escalated. Elder Game developers Eric Heimburg and Lemons have addressed the situation, stating that only two players were banned for 180 days and several others temporarily gagged, disputing claims of mass bans.

The Stream Team: Returning to Project Gorgon’s spider cave

Massively OP's MJ Guthrie returns to the spider cave in the MMORPG Project Gorgon with new gear and maxed-out weapon skills. The stream aims to guide players through the cave and locate a lost adventurer party, concluding a task on the starter island.

The Stream Team: Checking out Crystalfall’s early access

Massively OP's MJ will be providing a first look at the new co-op MMOARPG Crystalfall during its early access launch. The stream will showcase gameplay for viewers who may not be able to try the game themselves. Additional streams for Project Gorgon, Clone Drone in the Danger Zone, and No Man's Sky are also scheduled.

Project Gorgon fixed a nasty exploit that let some players get ‘more than a year ahead of the intended power curve’

Indie MMORPG Project Gorgon has released an update addressing a game-breaking exploit related to the Prodigal Epiphany buff stacking. Developer Elder Game stated that players who significantly abused this exploit will lose associated Prodigy levels. The patch also includes various other balance adjustments, bug fixes, and quality-of-life improvements.

Project Gorgon Obelisk Quest Complete - Escaping Newbie Island Adventure!

The author details their progress in Project Gorgon, successfully completing the Obelisk Quest on the starting island and unlocking the ability to travel to a new area. They also mention learning First-Aid and Armor Repair skills and plan to focus on improving their sword combat in future sessions.

Trapped on Newbie Island?! My Project Gorgon Escape Attempt Goes Wrong

This Project Gorgon gameplay session details the player's ongoing attempt to escape "Newbie Island." Despite initial setbacks and deaths, progress was made in finding obelisks and acquiring new gear like plate armor and a sword and shield, though the escape was not achieved in this installment.

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Back to Project Gorgon After Years - A Fresh Start Adventure!

The author details a nostalgic return to the MMORPG Project Gorgon after years away, starting with a fresh character on the beginner island. The session focused on early skill leveling through combat and fishing, with plans to explore beyond the starting area in the next play session.

MMO Week in Review: Queen Devona

This week's MMO news roundup covers updates for Guild Wars Reforged, layoffs at MechWarrior studio Piranha Games, and a potential acquisition of Epic Games by Disney. The article also touches on political discussions surrounding game shutdowns in Europe and new early access dates for Heroes of Might and Magic Olden Era.

Massively Overthinking: So how panicked are we about the state of the games industry?

Industry veterans Brenda and John Romero expressed deep concern over the current state of the games industry, citing funding issues, AI concerns, and studio closures. The Massively OP staff discusses these worries, with some feeling resigned and others cautiously optimistic about a potential industry correction, particularly concerning the future of MMORPGs.

Well Fed: If MMORPGs were actually candy…

This article humorously compares various MMORPGs to different types of candy, exploring their unique characteristics and player experiences. Games like Final Fantasy XIV are likened to complex UK chocolate bars, while Elder Scrolls Online is compared to steady gummy bears, and World of Warcraft to the distinct sour gummy worms.

The Stream Team: Grinding those skills in Project Gorgon

MJ Guthrie returns to Project Gorgon to grind sword and unarmed skills after an unsuccessful attempt at a spider cave. She aims to level up her abilities to wear new gear and complete remaining quests on the newbie island. The stream will also celebrate her 14th streamaversary.

Project Gorgon introduces the first pass of its guild system while population holds steady

Project Gorgon has introduced the first iteration of its guild system, allowing players to form guilds with core functionalities like shared banks and chat channels. The March update also included shop wards, buffed enemies, and rebalanced quest rewards. The game's player population has stabilized between 1,200 and 2,400 concurrent players on Steam following its initial post-launch surge.

WRUP: Presenting the 36th Annual Summer of Butts edition

This weekly roundup features Massively OP staff and community members discussing their weekend gaming plans. Titles mentioned include Marvel Heroes, Monster Hunter Wilds, Final Fantasy XIV, World of Warcraft, and several other MMORPGs and games. The article also includes a bonus question about favorite flowers.

WRUP: Plersky edition | Massively Overpowered

The Massively OP community and staff share their weekend gaming plans, with mentions of Palia, Lord of the Rings Online, Guild Wars 2, Project Gorgon, Monster Hunter Wilds, Skate, Final Fantasy XIV, and World of Warcraft. The article also includes a bonus question about favorite re-read books.

The Stream Team: Scouring Project Gorgon’s spider cave clean

MMORPG player MJ Guthrie will be clearing out a spider cave in Project Gorgon, aiming to find loot and rescue NPCs. The stream is scheduled for 8:00 p.m. EDT on Thursday, March 19th, 2026. This guide will cover strategies for navigating the dangerous cave.

MMO Week in Review: Pre-seasoning Elder Scrolls Online

This week's MMO news roundup covers updates for Elder Scrolls Online, World of Warcraft's Midnight expansion, and previews for Final Fantasy XIV and Palia. The article also discusses player tendencies to rush MMORPG expansions and features opinions on various titles and industry issues, including comments from Jeff Kaplan regarding Activision Blizzard.

Massively Overthinking: What’s the most important takeaway from the last MMORPG you quit?

The Massively OP staff discusses their experiences quitting MMORPGs, exploring reasons ranging from developer decisions and corporate agendas to limited time and a loss of personal connection. Key takeaways often involve understanding what makes a game truly engaging beyond its mechanics, with many highlighting the importance of community and shared experiences over gameplay alone.

WRUP: Prisoner of the heck fart brigade edition

This weekly roundup features Massively OP staff and community members discussing their gaming plans. Participants are playing a variety of titles including Project Gorgon, Skate, Monster Hunter Wilds, Final Fantasy XIV, Warframe, Overwatch, and World of Warcraft. A bonus question asks about words that look strange when written out.