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Massively OP Podcast Episode 585: BioWare dies, SWTOR lives on
The Massively OP Podcast episode 585 discusses the closure of BioWare by EA, alongside updates on MapleStory Classic World, Dragon Nest Classic, WoW Forever, Elder Scrolls Online Season 2, and EverQuest Legends. The hosts also explore the concept of offline MMOs and spotlight Tower Unite.
Elder Scrolls Online invites you to test upcoming Season 2 and 3 content
ZeniMax Studios has released Update 52 to the public test server for The Elder Scrolls Online, allowing players to preview content from the game's upcoming Season 2 and Season 3. Features available for testing include a UI mini-map, increased housing limits, more companion customization options, Rimegale incursions, and a 40v40v40 PvP zone called Jerall Pass.
MMO Week in Review: Lament for BioWare
Electronic Arts has officially shut down the legendary studio BioWare, laying off 400 employees in the process. This move has been met with significant criticism, highlighting concerns about venture capital and corporate practices in the gaming industry. Several other MMOs and studios also saw news this week, including updates on MapleStory Classic World, Chronicles of Elyria, and the closure of Zenith.
Weekend Console Download Deals for Oct. 23: Halloween
Major console makers are offering Halloween-themed sales with discounts on various games across PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch. The sales feature a mix of scary titles and other popular games, with some first-time discounts available.
Cloud Deployment Incoming: ‘Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4’ Arrives on GeForce NOW
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 has launched on GeForce NOW, allowing players to stream the campaign, multiplayer, and DMZ modes. Ultimate members can experience ray-tracing features powered by RTX 5080-class performance. Additionally, FINAL FANTASY RESONANCE and The Elder Scrolls Online's Echoes of Skyrim season are now available on the cloud platform.
Coming to XBOX Game Pass: Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade, The Séance of Blake Manor, and More
Xbox Game Pass is adding several new titles throughout October and early November, including Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade, The Séance of Blake Manor, and Terrible Lizards. Additionally, The Elder Scrolls Online and The Finals are receiving updates, and The Finals is offering a Welcome Pack. Several games are also scheduled to leave the Game Pass library by the end of October and mid-November.
The Elder Scrolls Online wraps Greymoor and the Wolfhunter DLC into the base game
The Elder Scrolls Online is adding its Greymoor chapter and the Wolfhunter DLC to the base game, making them free for all players. This includes the Western Skyrim region, the Antiquities system, Kyne's Aegis trial, Moon Hunter Keep, and March of Sacrifices. Update 51 also brings further fixes and adjustments to rare materials and other game mechanics.
The MOP Up: Jagex prepares to migrate all of its legacy RuneScape accounts
Jagex is preparing to migrate all legacy RuneScape accounts to Jagex Accounts on November 17th, 2026, and will also release a MacOS Silicon launcher. The article also rounds up other recent MMO news, including updates for Elder Scrolls Online, Ultima Online, Trove, Helldivers II, Star Wars: The Old Republic, Ace Combat 8, World of Warcraft, PUBG Battlegrounds, and The Finals.
The Elder Scrolls Online invites players to go it alone with the solo dungeons arriving in Season 2
The Elder Scrolls Online is introducing new solo versions of its dungeons, Moon Hunter Keep and March of Sacrifices, as part of its second season on October 21st. These solo dungeons will offer players the chance to experience the stories at their own pace and face new challenges, including special "misfortunes" that increase difficulty for greater rewards and new two-piece sets.
The MOP Up: A RuneScape animated show is in the works
Jagex is developing a RuneScape animated series in partnership with creator Charlie White and Lyrical Media. The article also rounds up other recent MMO news, including updates for Sea of Thieves, MapleStory Classic World, and Riders Republic, as well as a new client for The Elder Scrolls Online on Apple Silicon and a delay for Forza Horizon 6 on PlayStation 5.
The Elder Scrolls Online puts the spotlight on changes to the Tome system
The Elder Scrolls Online has detailed recent updates to its Tamriel Tomes system, including an increase in the seasonal rollover to 5000 points, allowing for immediate unlocking of the next season's Tome pages. Excess points now award 25 gold each, and players will find a gentler reroll slope for weekly challenges, a wider variety of challenges, and general quality-of-life improvements.
The Elder Scrolls Online is prioritizing combat less and content that has you "looking in every nook and cranny" Morrowind-style more, say the MMO's leads
The Elder Scrolls Online is shifting its focus from combat-heavy content to exploration-driven experiences, reminiscent of Morrowind. Developers are introducing new systems like seasons and the Nowhere Vault to encourage players to "look in every nook and cranny" and uncover secrets, aiming to engage a broader player base.
MMO Week in Review: Welcome back to Atreia
This week's MMO news roundup covers the official launch of Aion 2 in the West, the early access release of Monsters & Memories, and upcoming expansions for EverQuest and EverQuest II. Lord of the Rings Online's Wolves of Mordor expansion is set for an October 21st release, while World of Warcraft Forever teases new classes. The article also touches on layoffs at Elder Scrolls Online developer ZeniMax and discusses the current state of the MMORPG genre.
The MOP Up: Dune Awakening nets one million new players from its console launch
Funcom reported that Dune Awakening has attracted over one million new players following its console launch, with the game currently on sale on Steam. The article also rounds up other smaller MMO news, including updates for Valheim, Lord of the Rings Online, Star Wars: The Old Republic, Warhammer 40K: Darktide, and Satisfactory, alongside a cease-and-desist for a Tera Classic rogue server and new Warcraft action figures.
Weekend PC Download Deals for Oct. 2: Steam Autumn Sale and friends
The annual Steam Autumn Sale has begun, offering discounts on a wide range of PC games, including recent releases and older titles. Several other digital storefronts like GOG.com, Epic Games Store, and Fanatical are also hosting their own autumn sales, providing various deals and free games.
The Elder Scrolls Online has sea battles now, so we asked Zenimax how they work
The Elder Scrolls Online is introducing instanced sea battles and treasure diving as part of its High Seas of Tamriel event. Players will repel pirate attacks, sink enemy ships, and then explore underwater environments using Dwemer diving chambers to find treasure. Zenimax developers describe the event as an experimental, narrative-driven experience that delves into lesser-known lore.
Elder Scrolls Online will move two more DLCs to the base game and launch Season 2 in late October
The Elder Scrolls Online will move two DLCs, Greymoor and Wolfhunter, to the base game on October 19th. Season 2, titled Echoes of Skyrim, launches on October 21st and will feature new dungeons, a region, and a battle pass. The Witches Festival event also returns on October 21st.
The Elder Scrolls Online is undergoing a "renaissance," as the MMO's devs say they saw what's "been going for 12 years and decided to make some changes"
ZeniMax Online Studios is shifting The Elder Scrolls Online's content strategy away from its annual DLC model towards a new season system with varied playstyles. This 'renaissance' aims to re-engage players with less combat-focused content and new experiences like the Nowhere Vault and High Seas of Tamriel, while still planning for larger, traditional zone releases.
The Elder Scrolls Online: Seek Sunken Treasures During the High Seas of Tamriel Event
The Elder Scrolls Online is hosting the High Seas of Tamriel event, encouraging players to seek sunken treasures. The game utilizes optional cookies to improve user experience and display personalized advertising.
Massively OP Podcast Episode 581: George McFly is your Destiny 2
The Massively OP Podcast episode 581 covers Destiny 2's resurgence, the early access launch of Monsters & Memories, and impressions of Aion 2. The hosts also discuss Dune Awakening's console release, the future of Elder Scrolls Online following layoffs, and highlight Wizard101.
