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'Early on in the 2000s, we got enamored with consoles and I think certain games didn't make the leap right:' Star Wars Zero Company's director has a theory about why old school PC gaming genres are back with a vengeance
Greg Foertsch, director of Star Wars Zero Company, theorizes that the resurgence of PC gaming genres like RTS and turn-based tactics is due to a difficult transition to consoles in the early 2000s. He believes that as more games successfully adapt to new platforms and embrace camera tools, innovation in these complex genres will continue to grow.
Meta to pay $375 million for 'thousands' of children's safety violations, a whole 0.19% of its 2025…
Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, has been ordered by a New Mexico jury to pay $375 million for thousands of children's safety violations. Prosecutors argued that Meta prioritized profits over safety, violating the state's Unfair Practices Act by failing to protect children from sexual exploitation. A similar verdict in California found Meta and Google negligent in protecting young users, though the shared penalty was significantly lower.
Discussion: Is it okay for an MMO expansion's launch to be buggy?
This article discusses whether it's acceptable for MMO expansions to launch with bugs, acknowledging the complexity of these games and the frustration players feel, especially when paying a subscription. While the author expresses sympathy for developers, they also highlight how bugs can negatively impact player progression and the overall launch experience.
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.
Former Battlefield, Star Wars developers announce DnD-inspired adventure title—and it looks promising
Former DICE developers, including Dennis Brännvall, have announced Wyldheart, a co-op fantasy adventure game inspired by tabletop Dungeons & Dragons. The game features a sandbox environment with extensive player agency, survival mechanics, and a rumor system for discovering quests. Wyldheart is currently being crowdfunded on Kickstarter.
Wyldheart Demo Proves Classic RPGs Can Still Evolve
The upcoming co-op action RPG Wyldheart, developed by Wayfinder Studios, aims to capture the spirit of classic online RPGs with a focus on player freedom and collaborative gameplay. The demo showcases a classless character creator, branching dialogue, and flexible party roles, with an Early Access launch planned for 2027. The game is being developed by a small team of industry veterans who previously worked at EA DICE.
World of Warcraft introduces tougher raid tiers and Mythic+ dungeons, disqualifies a cheating guild
Blizzard Entertainment has increased the difficulty of raids and Mythic+ dungeons in World of Warcraft, introducing mythic options for the Voidspire and Dreamrift raids. Mythic+ keystones are now available, offering rewards like mounts and armor effects. The guild RAoV QA Strikes Back was disqualified from the 'world first' race for using cheats.
Before MMOs, before Discord, before everything, we played MUDs, and there wasn’t an MTX in sight
Multi-User Dungeons (MUDs), originating in 1978, are a foundational element of online gaming history, predating modern MMOs and the internet as we know it. These text-based worlds pioneered concepts like persistent online communities, character progression, and player interaction, influencing genres from RPGs to social platforms. Despite the rise of graphical games, MUDs continue to exist and evolve, offering a unique experience focused on imagination and shared text-based worlds.
'There are no leaks', says Stardew Valley creator, taking a hammer to the rumour mill
Stardew Valley creator Eric Barone has debunked rumors of 'leaks' regarding the upcoming 1.7 update, stating that any such claims are false. The developer also confirmed there are no plans to add a specific feature that players had expressed disappointment about.
Pro World of Warcraft player disconnects mid-fight because he forgot to renew his subscription before Midnight's world first race: 'I actually bought a WoW token, I forgot to use it'
A professional World of Warcraft player was disconnected mid-boss fight during the Midnight expansion's world first race due to an expired subscription. The player, Imfiredup, had forgotten to use a purchased WoW token to renew his subscription. This incident highlights a recurring issue during high-stakes races where players manage multiple accounts and subscriptions.
Massively Overthinking: Should gamers shut up about MMOs they don’t play?
Former Blizzard developer Jeff Kaplan stated that gamers should refrain from commenting on games they have not played, a sentiment echoed by some and debated by others. While some agree that uninformed criticism is detrimental, others argue that feedback from non-players can still be valuable for game development and community discourse.
Neuralink patient raiding in World of Warcraft after only 100 days of having the implant installed calls it 'pure magic… exploring Azeroth hands-free at full speed'
A Neuralink trial participant, paralyzed below the neck, is now playing World of Warcraft hands-free using the company's brain-computer interface after only 100 days. The implant translates neural signals into digital commands, allowing the user to control a computer and explore Azeroth entirely through thought. This development highlights the potential of Neuralink's technology for individuals with severe disabilities and for controlling various devices.
World of Warcraft guild known for raid-busting exploits disqualified from new Midnight Mythic race by Blizzard after hitting 1 boss for 300 million damage: "Absolute gamers"
A World of Warcraft guild, RAoV QA Strikes Back, was disqualified from the new Midnight Mythic raid race by Blizzard after exploiting a bug to defeat the first boss. Despite Blizzard's disqualification, fans have praised the guild's ingenuity, with some suggesting a separate hall of fame for exploiters.
World Of Warcraft Announces 20 Years Of Music Tour
Blizzard Entertainment announced a 20-year anniversary music tour for World of Warcraft. The tour will celebrate two decades of the game's iconic musical score.
World Of Warcraft Announces 20 Years Of Music Tour
Blizzard Entertainment has announced a "20 Years of Music" tour celebrating two decades of World of Warcraft's iconic soundtrack. The tour will feature live orchestral performances of music from the game. Further details on dates and locations are expected soon.
World of Warcraft: Midnight review
World of Warcraft: Midnight, an expansion to the 20-year-old MMO, offers ambitious new content including a redesigned Silvermoon and engaging dungeons, despite wrestling with bugs and design issues. While the main story falls short of greatness due to pacing and subtlety problems, the expansion's beautiful new zones, solid delves, and promising features like player housing and the Prey system make it a strong, albeit imperfect, addition to the game.
WoW player finds out it costs 25 gold more for them per dungeon to use their mitigation
A World of Warcraft player discovered that Protection Warriors incur additional repair costs per dungeon due to the "Shield Block" ability increasing durability loss. While the extra gold cost is minimal in the current game economy, it represents an interesting quirk in the game's long-standing mechanics.
Infamous World of Warcraft guild exploits its way to a world first in new Midnight raid until Blizzard says its instant…
A World of Warcraft guild, RAoV QA Strikes Back, achieved a world-first clear of the new Dreamrift raid by exploiting a bug that allowed them to instantly defeat the boss Chimaerus. Blizzard Entertainment disqualified the guild and removed their names from the hall of fame shortly after.
Underrated Titles on Netflix Worth Discovering
This article highlights ten overlooked films available on Netflix, ranging from international productions to documentaries and dramas. It aims to guide viewers toward hidden gems beyond the platform's most popular recommendations, featuring titles like 'System Crasher,' 'Happy as Lazzaro,' and 'The First Slam Dunk.'
World of Warcraft releases a new song in collaboration with AURORA to celebrate Midnight’s release
World of Warcraft: Midnight has released a new song titled "A Place To Call Home" by artist AURORA to celebrate the expansion's launch and its focus on in-game housing. The accompanying music video features iconic moments from the game's history.