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Vague Patch Notes: In which I do not memorialize Elyon
This opinion piece reflects on the nature of player connection to games, using Elyon and Astellia Online as examples of games that failed to maintain player interest or community. The author contrasts these with Final Fantasy XIV and Warframe, highlighting how emotional impact and shared experiences, even in flawed games, can be significant.
LOTRO Legendarium: Looking back at Mines of Moria
This article looks back at the 2008 expansion for Lord of the Rings Online, Mines of Moria, developed by Turbine. It highlights the expansion's ambitious scope, the technical challenges of creating underground environments, and its impact on the game's progression, including the introduction of new classes and the controversial Radiance gear system. Despite some criticisms, the author views Mines of Moria as a net positive for the game, especially in its current iteration.
Massively OP Podcast Episode 576: Peering into the future of MMOs
The Massively OP Podcast episode 576 features hosts Justin and Bree discussing the future of MMORPGs, including Star Wars: The Old Republic's update plans, World of Warcraft's latest patch, and delays for Lost Ark and Throne and Liberty due to Amazon's exit from publishing. They also cover Q2 MMO financials and introduce a new 'spotlight of the week' segment.
LOTRO Legendarium: How do you navigate the first 50 levels in LOTRO?
This guide offers multiple strategies for navigating the first 50 levels of Lord of the Rings Online, addressing player confusion between the epic book's direction and zone design. It outlines paths like the 'Old Fashioned Path,' incorporating 'Before the Shadow,' focusing on deeds, full completionism, or grinding missions, to help players reach Moria efficiently.
Massively Overthinking: What year of MMOs would you pick to repeat forever?
The Massively OP staff discusses which year in MMORPG history they would choose to relive forever. Contributors like Brianna Royce, Carlo Lacsina, Chris Neal, Sam Kash, and Tyler Edwards share their picks, ranging from the early days of Ultima Online and EverQuest to the peak of World of Warcraft and the launch of Guild Wars 2.
Massively OP Podcast Episode 574: Is it getting Evercold in here or is it just me?
The Massively OP Podcast episode 574 covers the launch of EverQuest Legends, reveals from Final Fantasy XIV's Evercold, Guild Wars 3's backstory, SEED's early access, The Guild's Kickstarter success, and Black Desert's 2026 plans. Hosts Bree and Justin discuss these MMO updates and share listener emails.
Vague Patch Notes: The struggle of expansions against MMO identity
This analysis explores the challenges and identity shifts inherent in MMO expansions, using examples like Final Fantasy XIV and World of Warcraft. Expansions that introduce new areas can either seamlessly integrate or create a jarring tonal clash, impacting the game's overall feel and player perception.
Massively OP Podcast Episode 568: Take me home, Tyrian roads
The Massively OP Podcast episode 568 covers the official announcement of Guild Wars 3, release windows for Aion 2, Stars Reach, Loftia, Dune Awakening, and Valheim, and early access updates for Camelot Unchained and Eterspire. The hosts also discuss Star Wars: The Old Republic's Update 7.9 and The Elder Scrolls Online's Update 50.
LOTRO Legendarium: Ranking LOTRO’s 18 weapon types according to their cool factor
This article ranks the 18 weapon types available in The Lord of the Rings Online based on their perceived 'cool factor'. The ranking considers visual appeal and in-game representation, with Halberds being deemed the most stylish and Rune-stones the least.
Massively OP Podcast Episode 563: In the name of the Windrose
The MassivelyOP Podcast episode 563 covers several MMORPGs, including the early access launch of pirate survival game Windrose and the shift of Book of Travels to a single-player offline experience. The hosts also discuss the closure of the Turtle WoW project, legal issues surrounding Ashes of Creation, the closed beta for Loftia, and drama within Project Gorgon.
Massively OP Podcast Episode 561: From Season Zero to confusing heroes
The Massively OP Podcast episode 561 covers Guild Wars Reforged's update, Elder Scrolls Online's Season Zero, and the upcoming Heroes of Might and Magic Olden Era. Hosts Bree and Justin also discuss layoffs at MechWarrior Online, the role of nostalgia in MMOs, and the concept of single-player MMOs.
Massively OP Podcast Episode 560: EverQuest Legends never die
The Massively OP Podcast episode 560 covers the announcement of EverQuest Legends, Camelot Unchained's early access, and the cancellation of New World's 10-year plan. It also touches on Loftia's closed beta, V Rising entering maintenance mode, and the sunsetting of Elder Scrolls Blades.
Massively OP Podcast Episode 557: Adrift in a sea of MMOs
The Massively OP Podcast episode 557 covers recent MMORPG news including World of Warcraft: Midnight's launch, AdventureQuest Worlds Infinity's successful Kickstarter, and updates for The Lord of the Rings Online and The Elder Scrolls Online. Hosts Bree and Justin also briefly mention Fallout 76's Backwoods update.
Selini Review | NoobFeed
The preview build of Selini shows potential as a puzzle platformer with its atmosphere and unlockable abilities. However, the short runtime of the preview leaves much of its potential unrealized, according to editor Justin.
