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Shakes and Fidget Codes (March 2026)
This guide provides a list of active codes for the MMORPG Shakes and Fidget, offering players rewards and boosts. It also details the steps required to redeem these codes after reaching level 10 and explains common reasons why codes might not work.
MMO Week in Review: EverQuest’s legacy, Camelot out of chains
This week's MMO news includes Daybreak's announcement of EverQuest Legacy, a spinoff of the classic game, and the surprise early access launch of Camelot Unchained after eight years in beta. Several other MMOs received updates, including V Rising, New World, and EverQuest II, while Epic Games faced significant layoffs due to overspending and a slump in Fortnite's performance.
Where Winds Meet’s Hexi Expansion Chapter 2 Trailer Showcases Gameplay in Liangzhou
Everstone Studio has released a new trailer for Where Winds Meet's Hexi expansion, Chapter 2, showcasing gameplay in the Liangzhou region and confirming its April 2nd release. The trailer features new locations, including snowy areas, and an intense boss fight with lightning mechanics. The Hexi expansion, which is free for all players, previously added new Mystic Skills and traversal abilities.
Pax Dei’s spring kitchen sink update with dueling, better resource spawning, and hidable helmets
The sandbox MMORPG Pax Dei has received its spring update, introducing a dueling system that allows consensual PvP combat without the risks of full PvP. The patch also includes improvements to resource spawning, the ability to hide helmets and weapons, and optimizations to the building system.
Best New Xbox And Game Pass Games For April 2026
April 2026 will see a diverse range of new games released for Xbox and PC, with many titles also launching day one on Game Pass. Notable releases include the roguelike Hades II, the cyberpunk action platformer REPLACED, and the unique word game Beyond Words. The month offers a variety of genres, from RPGs and survival horror to simulation and fighting games, ensuring something for every player.
The Daily Grind: What motivates you to try out an MMO you haven’t played before?
This article discusses what motivates players to try new MMORPGs, posing the question to readers and referencing the Massively Overpowered (MOP) team's own experiences. It highlights the ease of sticking to familiar games and the external pushes that can encourage exploration of the massively multiplayer online roleplaying genre.
EverQuest Legends details monetization, class switching, races, zones, and more in new FAQ
EverQuest Legends will launch in July with a subscription model separate from existing services, alongside a cash shop for cosmetic and utility items. The game will feature selectable difficulty settings for zones, housing at launch, and a multiclassing system allowing players to switch primary and secondary classes. Beta testing is expected in April, with the Kunark expansion already in development.
‘Casual friendly’ MMORPG Hollowed Oath continues making progress toward adding foundational features
The indie MMORPG Hollowed Oath is continuing its development, with the latest patch update focusing on foundational features. Progress has been made across core systems including NPC races, character progression, and combat updates as the game works towards a pre-alpha build. No release window has been provided, but a lore-filled archives website is available.
LOTRO Legendarium: LOTRO overstayed its Umbar welcome with Kingdoms of Harad
This analysis evaluates the success of Lord of the Rings Online's Umbar expansion trilogy, comprising Corsairs of Umbar, Legacy of Morgoth, and Kingdoms of Harad. While the trilogy began strong with Corsairs of Umbar, featuring a new class and city, subsequent expansions Legacy of Morgoth and Kingdoms of Harad are criticized for lacking significant new features and a compelling narrative, leading to a decline in player excitement.
Camelot Unchained enters early access for existing backers, drops a spring content roadmap
Camelot Unchained has entered early access for existing backers, with Unchained Entertainment planning a future Steam release. The MMORPG features over 60 square kilometers of RvR battle space and an engine designed for large-scale combat. A spring roadmap includes new classes, tradeskills, zones, and reward systems.
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.
What we've been playing - "I'm playing with my balls again"
Several individuals share their current gaming experiences, including Slay the Spire 2, Marathon, Old School RuneScape, Pokémon Pokopia, and Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream. The article also touches on games like Nutmeg and The Ball x Pit Regal Update, highlighting the variety of genres and experiences players are engaging with.
Chill Silver Mining Run in Elysium Mines – A Relaxing Shroud of the Avatar Grind
This article details a relaxed, hour-long livestream focused on a silver ore mining session in the Elysium Mines within the MMORPG Shroud of the Avatar. The primary goal was steady resource gathering to resupply in-game vendors, emphasizing the satisfying, methodical nature of such gameplay loops.
Betawatch: Eternal Tombs and EverQuest Legends prepare for beta testing
Eternal Tombs is preparing for a closed beta test this weekend, while EverQuest Legends, a reimagined version of the original EverQuest, is also in development. Other games like Loftia and Minimo have announced upcoming beta dates, with Loftia's closed beta scheduled for April 22nd. The article provides a comprehensive roundup of various MMORPGs currently in different stages of testing, including open and closed betas, early access, and alpha phases.
Winds of Valen is an old school-styled F2P MMORPG that leans on progression through effort
Winds of Valen is a free-to-play MMORPG from Fiery Dog Games that emphasizes player effort for progression, featuring skills like combat, mining, and smithing. The game, available on PC since November, has a 'mostly positive' Steam user score and has received updates including new skill lines and a PvP zone, with future updates planned for magic and high-level content.
World of Warcraft: Midnight Review - Light and Shadow | TNS
World of Warcraft: Midnight is praised for its improvements in gameplay and approachability, setting a new standard for the MMORPG genre. However, the expansion is criticized for a weak narrative that detracts from its overall quality.
ViVa Games Launches “Song of Eternal Ice” – The Largest Quality-of-Life Expansion in Kakele Online History
ViVa Games is launching "South-america Black," a new Open PvP server for its MMORPG Kakele Online on April 2nd. This server offers a fresh start from Level 1 with a revamped damage formula, Battle List, Yellow Skull system, and improved visuals. The company aims to provide a balanced and competitive PvP experience for players on both mobile and PC.
APB Reloaded delivers an expansion called Legends, its ‘biggest update’ of the last decade
Little Orbit has released the 'Legends' update for APB Reloaded, described as the game's biggest update in a decade. This expansion introduces new contacts for progression, increases the rank cap to 290, adds new weapons and tactical gear, and includes minor map adjustments. The update aims to evolve the game's combat meta and provide new avenues for players.
The Daily Grind: What MMO would’ve succeeded with better marketing?
This article discusses the significant impact of marketing on the success of MMORPGs, questioning whether better marketing could have saved games like Glitch and Crowfall. The author expresses dissatisfaction with the current system where good games often rely on luck or excessive spending to gain visibility, advocating for a more sustainable approach to game budgeting and promotion within the genre.
Bleach Revival Trello and Discord Links
This guide provides community links for the Roblox game Bleach Revival, including its Trello board and Discord server. These resources offer information on game mechanics, progression for various races like Soul Reaper, Hollow, and Quincy, and details on skills, quests, and updates. The Trello board serves as a comprehensive database, while the Discord allows players to interact with developers and experienced players for tips and announcements.