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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.
Brighter Shores lead dev Andrew Gower talks with players in-game about combat update plans
Andrew Gower, lead developer for the MMORPG Brighter Shores, discussed upcoming combat updates directly with players in-game. The plans include multi-combat encounters, AoE attacks, wave survival modes, consumable health regeneration, loot chests for rare cosmetics, and a repeatable boss. The first of five planned combat updates is expected later this month.
RuneScape creators asked their mom to help design the MMO's first enemies: "Only much later did they even…
The creators of RuneScape, brothers Andrew and Paul Gower, initially enlisted family members, including their mother, to help design the MMO's first enemies. Former design director Mark Ogilvie shared that early asset creation was a family affair, with even younger siblings contributing. This bedroom project approach prioritized accessibility on low-spec hardware, contributing to the game's eventual popularity.
Brighter Shores delivers an Easter event, crafter-focused content, and milestone updates
The early access MMORPG Brighter Shores has received multiple updates, including a new Easter event featuring a rabbit rescue quest. The event, which offers unique rewards, will conclude on May 5, 2026. Recent updates also introduced new crafting content, QOL improvements, and expanded fishing bounties.