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MMO Week in Review: Lament for Elder Scrolls Online
Microsoft's decision to lay off a significant portion of The Elder Scrolls Online team has led to further management turnover and a restructuring of the studio. This week's MMO news also covers the early access launch of SpiritVale, the cancellation of Final Fantasy XIV Mobile, and discussions on lessons for Guild Wars 3.
Belghast’s Blaugust month-long MMO blogging challenge will continue this year thanks to event mentors
The Blaugust month-long MMORPG blogging challenge, created by the late Mark "Belghast" Temple, will continue this year with the help of event mentors. Krikket, Roger Edwards, and Aywren have confirmed the 2026 edition will proceed, with the event's Discord serving as a hub for participants. The initiative aims to encourage content creation and community building among MMORPG enthusiasts.
MMO Week in Review: EverQuest rising
This week's MMO news roundup highlights the resurgence of the EverQuest franchise with EverQuest Legends entering paid beta and expansions teased for EverQuest and EverQuest II. Other major stories include the implosion of DreamWorld, potential layoffs at Blizzard and Bethesda, and Sony's shutdown of PS3 and PS Vita storefronts. The article also covers updates and news from various other MMOs like Elder Scrolls Online, Conan Exiles, and Valheim.
Obituary: MMORPG blogger and community leader Mark ‘Belghast’ Temple has passed away
Mark 'Belghast' Temple, a prominent MMORPG blogger and community leader, has passed away due to complications from chemotherapy. He was the founder of the annual Blaugust blogging festival and a prolific writer with over 4000 posts on his blog, Tales of the Aggronaut.