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PlanetSide 2 addresses crash issues, reopens a smaller map, and kicks off more summer directives
PlanetSide 2 has received a new patch addressing client-side crash issues and reintroducing the smaller Koltyr map into its own pool for lower population hours. The update also includes additional summer directive rewards for the Operation: Ares event, running until September 2nd, and brings back previous summer cash shop items.
Here’s how EVE Online gamers can participate in their part of the EVE Vanguard Operation Avalon event
EVE Online players can participate in the Operation Avalon event from July 7-20, earning rewards by fighting, hacking, and salvaging through sites in New Eden. This event ties into the concurrent EVE Vanguard open alpha, allowing players to support their chosen empire and earn exclusive items by recovering intelligence related to Project Nemesis.
EVE Vanguard has begun its Operation Avalon open alpha, and yes you’re invited to try it
EVE Vanguard has launched its Operation Avalon open alpha, inviting players to test CCP Games' extraction MMOFPS. This phase aims to refine the game into a more cohesive vision, with features like the Lost Convoy map, updated gunplay, and persistent progression. The alpha runs until July 20th and is accessible via the EVE launcher or Steam.
Reaper Actual’s early access lands with a thud as Smed calls out a reviewer for giving game keys to cheaters
Distinct Possibility Studios' extraction MMOFPS Reaper Actual launched into early access with numerous player complaints regarding bugs, poor performance, and limited content, resulting in a 'negative' aggregate review score on Steam. Studio head John Smedley also publicly accused a reviewer from TheBigBois of unethical behavior for distributing game keys to cheaters.
Smed’s blockchain-optional MMOFPS Reaper Actual has delayed again, this time to May 29
Distinct Possibility Studios has delayed the Steam Early Access launch of its MMOFPS Reaper Actual to May 29, 2026. The additional time will be used to expand quality assurance and implement more features for the initial release. The game will include a persistent world map, progression, crafting, player bases, factions, and more, with an optional blockchain version also available.
A bittersweet farewell to Destiny 2, one of the best - and worst - games I've ever played
This opinion piece reflects on the decade-long journey of Destiny 2, highlighting its highs and lows from its PlayStation 4 launch to its current state. The author expresses a bittersweet farewell, attributing the game's decline to a prioritization of profit over player loyalty and staff well-being, while acknowledging its significant impact on their life and the broader gaming industry.
PlanetSide 2 celebrates 23 years of the PlanetSide franchise
PlanetSide 2 is celebrating the 23rd anniversary of the PlanetSide franchise with a double XP event running from May 22nd to May 25th. The game has also received new purchasable items, including a rocket rifle and Justicar armor set. The original PlanetSide launched in May 2003 and went offline in 2016, with its sequel continuing the series under Daybreak Game Company.
Smed’s MMOFPS Reaper Actual is still alive and just hauled a fresh pile of venture capital cash
Distinct Possibility Studios announced that its MMOFPS title, Reaper Actual, has secured a new round of venture capital funding led by Decasonic. The company plans to launch the game on Steam Early Access in May. Gaming industry veterans Bing Gordon and Paul Hsu have also joined the company's Board of Directors.
MMOs You’ve Never Heard Of: Follow Us, Torebia Island Odyssey, and Iron Swarm
This news roundup highlights lesser-known multiplayer games, including the two-player co-op horror title Follow Us, the indie MMORPG Torebia: Island Odyssey inspired by Ragnarok Online, and the MMOFPS Iron Swarm featuring gun-toting ants. Follow Us has a demo available, Torebia: Island Odyssey is in development with dev blogs and a trailer, and Iron Swarm has received a visual overhaul and is selling early access bundles.