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BitCraft Online finally addresses long-standing stability problems and overhauls mining
Developer Clockwork Labs has addressed long-standing stability issues in the early access MMORPG BitCraft Online, attributing them to hardware provider problems and implementing upgrades. The latest update also overhauls the mining profession with new features and items, and continues the earlier fishing overhaul with new knowledge unlocks and equipment.
‘Flaming swords, here we go!’: Indie MMO Hollowed Oath focuses on improving combat feels
The indie MMORPG Hollowed Oath is focusing on improving its combat feel, with recent updates adding custom skill animations, enhanced particle and sound effects for staves and wands, and persistent weapon effects. The team also worked on reducing memory usage, improving targeting, and constructing the framework for "express delivery" quests. Future updates will include pet item loadouts, quick-use item slots, and a rebuilt ability bar.
One streamer’s WoW Classic leveling challenge run has revived a sleepy EU server
A streamer named Fred the Purifier has revitalized the underpopulated European World of Warcraft Classic server Celebras with a unique leveling challenge: reaching level 60 by only defeating undead enemies. This challenge has fostered a community of over 300 members in his guild, The Grand Crusade, and even spawned a rival group of undead players.
The Portal Skills [How to Get All Skill Books]
This guide details all the unlockable skills in the MMORPG The Portal, categorized by role (Universal, Cleric, Enchanter, Defender, Warrior) and explains how to acquire each skill book from Neria's Shop or through drops. It covers the effects and stat dependencies for various abilities, including offensive, defensive, and buffing skills.
The Daily Grind: How should maps and navigation be presented in MMORPGs?
This article discusses how maps and navigation should be presented in MMORPGs, with the author and readers favoring transparent map overlays similar to Diablo's. It contrasts this with more hardcore approaches that eschew in-game maps and quest markers, questioning what constitutes a 'crutch' in game design.
Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth multi-platform push and Final Fantasy 14 Evercold hype give Square Enix a welcome win as profits…
Square Enix reported an 88.6% increase in operating income for the quarter ending June 30, largely due to the performance of Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth and anticipation for the Final Fantasy 14 expansion, Evercold. The company noted improved user activity in Final Fantasy 14, with player counts exceeding one million.
MMO Week in Review: Palworld Online sets its sights on the MMORPG genre
Garena has licensed the Palworld IP from Pocketpair to develop a mobile-only MMORPG titled Palworld Online, set to launch in 2026. The announcement comes amidst other MMO news including updates for Guild Wars 3, Lord of the Rings Online, and Aion 2, as well as the official completion of Electronic Arts' acquisition.
Square Enix Reports 88.6 Percent Increased Revenue in Latest Quarter Due to Multiplatform Releases
Square Enix reported an 88.6% increase in revenue for the quarter ending June 30th, largely driven by multiplatform releases like Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth and strong performance from catalog titles. The company also noted anticipation for the next Final Fantasy 14 expansion, Evercold, and discussed the narrative conclusion of Final Fantasy 7 Revelation, with potential DLC focusing on untold character stories.
Pantheon Rise of the Fallen declares Badia de Cara is on its final pass before it begins public testing
Visionary Realms is preparing for a final pass on the Badia de Cara zone in Pantheon: Rise of the Fallen before it can be opened for public testing. Updates include work on NPC pathfinding, collision, and dialog. The weekly report also mentions a nerf to Wizards, updates to Faerthale, animations, Elf hairstyles, armor textures, and Enchanter class mastery skills.
The Daily Grind: Which MMO feels older than it is to you?
This article discusses the subjective perception of game age within the MMORPG genre, using The Elder Scrolls Online and WildStar as examples of games that feel older than their release dates. It prompts readers to share which MMOs feel older to them, regardless of their actual release year.
Dominus Automa is a new MMORPG "for busy adults who don't have endless hours to play"
Metashift Labs has launched a multiplayer playtest for Dominus Automa, an MMORPG designed for players with limited time. The game allows characters to continue progressing offline, focusing on strategic decision-making rather than constant grinding. The playtest, running until August 23, includes a new Paladin class and various new content for players to experience.
Aion 2 details changes for party sizes, activities, and founder’s pack benefits for its global release
NCsoft provided new details for the global release of its MMORPG Aion 2 during its first livestream. Changes include increased party sizes for dungeons and raids, stat normalization for the 10v10 PvP mode, and a PvP toggle flag available at launch. Founder's packs will include 30 days of subscription time, and cosmetics from these packs will not be sold separately.
LOTRO Legendarium: Wolves of Mordor is the most exciting LOTRO announcement in years
The author expresses excitement for the upcoming Lord of the Rings Online expansion, The Wolves of Mordor, calling it the most interesting announcement in years. The expansion will feature three new zones in Mordor, a new neighbor system tied to player housing, and a region-based progression system called Survival Instincts. While acknowledging potential challenges in execution, the author is optimistic about the expansion's potential to revitalize the game.
Stars Reach is readying another server slam this afternoon ahead of early access
Playable Worlds is conducting a server slam event for its upcoming MMORPG, Stars Reach, today at 2:00 p.m. EDT, ahead of its early access launch on August 18th. The event aims to replicate early access conditions by having players create new characters and progress through the starting zone to gather data and test server stability.
The Daily Grind: Which MMO sucks up the most of your time with its cosmetic system?
This article asks MMORPG players which games consume the most time with their cosmetic or costume systems. It highlights the importance of fashion and virtual wardrobes in the massively multiplayer online roleplaying genre.
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.
Binance.US dangles 8,500 WOD for new sign-ups as World of Dypians livestream nears
Binance.US is offering new customers 8,500 WOD tokens for signing up and making any deposit, an offer valid until August 10. This promotion coincides with a livestream featuring the World of Dypians team. World of Dypians is an MMORPG built on BNB Smart Chain, with WOD serving as its in-game currency.
Star Wars Galaxies Legends revives the Battle of Restus, gives website and game UI a facelift
The rogue server Star Wars Galaxies Legends has launched a rebuilt website and updated its game UI. The update includes the return of the Battle of Restuss with modifications, a PvP kill leaderboard, new critter DNA, and various bug fixes and class tweaks. The new website aims to be faster, clearer, and easier to navigate, featuring updated guides and a smoother path for new players.
RuneScape offers a closer look at API progress and several new plugins including a quest helper
Jagex has provided an update on RuneScape's API progress, showcasing several new in-game plugins that are under development. These include a highly requested quest helper, a house planner, a tile marker for route planning, an agility helper, and a farming timer. While no release dates have been announced, Jagex is working closely with plugin creators and improving submission guidelines.
Camelot Unchained teases its latest patch with class progression revamps, quests, and spiders
Camelot Unchained's latest early access update, patch 0.46, introduces significant content including class progression revamps, skill tree updates, and a new quest system with associated lines. The update also adds new NPCs and monsters, such as goblin chieftains and large spiders, with players able to earn new rewards through the quest system.
