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The Daily Grind: Have you ever played a ‘greenskin’ race in an MMO?
This article discusses the prevalence of 'greenskin' races like goblins and orcs in MMORPGs, using Warhammer Online as an example. It poses a question to players about whether they have ever chosen to play as such a race and their experiences with it.
The Stream Team: Carousing in AQ3D’s Crystal Clear Lake
Massively OP's MJ Guthrie will be exploring the new Crystal Clear Lake area in AdventureQuest 3D, which offers a new quest line and a house as a reward. The stream will also cover other ongoing in-game events like Summerween and the return of the Battle Concert.
Betawatch: Stars Reach sets course for early access, EverQuest Legends successfully launches
Stars Reach has announced its paid early access will begin on August 18th, while EverQuest Legends has officially launched. The article also provides updates on Guild Wars 3's music, Cinder City's pre-alpha testing, and Reaper Actual's free weekend, alongside a comprehensive list of games currently in various stages of testing and early access.
Whatever happened to NCsoft’s MMORPGs Blade & Soul and Blade & Soul NEO?
NCsoft's MMORPGs Blade & Soul and Blade & Soul NEO remain playable, though content updates have differed. Blade & Soul NEO has received monthly updates since February, including new dungeons and class balance changes, while the original Blade & Soul has seen a slowdown in major content patches, primarily receiving events and cash shop updates.
Post-apocalyptic MMO Afterglow globally launches on iOS and Android
The post-apocalyptic sandbox MMORPG Afterglow has globally launched on iOS and Android after its open beta. Developed by Shadow Counsel, the game is set in a 1980s-themed Wasteland 77 years after a nuclear war, where players survive and explore mysterious artifacts. Future updates will include new quests, enemies, dungeons, and a PvP arena.
World Of Warcraft Is Coming To D&D, And Will Let You Grind Renown Just Like The MMO
Blizzard Entertainment is releasing Dungeons & Dragons: World of Warcraft in November, translating the popular MMORPG into a tabletop roleplaying experience. The adaptation will feature all 13 WoW classes, new subclasses, over 40 class specializations, 11 WoW races, and systems like Renown grinding with factions. Preordering certain editions will also unlock in-game cosmetic items for World of Warcraft.
Final Fantasy 14 fans discover "Creepypasta Backrooms" area in Patch 7.55, and Square Enix is feeding into the horror: "If you're not careful and you noclip out of reality..."
Players of Final Fantasy 14 have discovered a disturbing, out-of-bounds area in the North Horn of the Occult Crescent, reminiscent of "Creepypasta Backrooms" imagery. This discovery, made after Patch 7.55, features white floating platforms against a black void with crawling arms and formidable enemies. Square Enix acknowledged the find with a playful reference to "noclipping out of reality."
Star Wars, Metal Gear, and Halo composer Kazuma Jinnouchi confirmed as lead composer for Guild Wars 3
ArenaNet has announced Kazuma Jinnouchi, known for his work on Star Wars, Metal Gear, and Halo, as the lead composer for Guild Wars 3. A video detailing the creation of the game's main theme, featuring Jinnouchi and other composers like Asuka Ito and Maclaine Diemer, was also released.
SWTOR’s GU 8.0 has hit the PTS as Broadsword talks overworld difficulty toggles and the new operation
Broadsword has released Game Update 8.0 for Star Wars: The Old Republic to the Public Test Server, featuring the new Children of Nul operation, class balance passes, and quality-of-life improvements. A significant addition is the overworld difficulty toggle, allowing players to adjust combat challenge in non-multiplayer areas across Story, Veteran, and Master difficulties. The update also includes persistent stronghold decorations and new ventures.
The Elder Scrolls Online developer posts extensive roadmap and reiterates that the game is "here to stay", in spite of sweeping Xbox layoffs
ZeniMax Online Studios has reassured players that The Elder Scrolls Online is committed to long-term development, releasing a roadmap extending through 2027. This comes amidst significant layoffs across the Xbox brand, which have affected several key personnel at the studio. The developer emphasized a focus on quality experiences over strict adherence to release dates, promising new content and features.
The Daily Grind: What are some weird objects in MMORPGs that we’ve normalized?
This article discusses normalized concepts within MMORPGs, using RuneScape's crafting stations as an example of a seemingly odd in-game object that players have come to accept. It prompts readers to share other unusual MMORPG elements that have become commonplace.
World of Dypians Teams With Binance.US on 8,500 WOD Reward for New Sign-Ups
World of Dypians has partnered with Binance.US for a limited-time promotion offering 8,500 WOD tokens, valued at approximately $40, to new users. To qualify, participants must register on Binance.US via the promotional page and make a deposit of any amount before August 7, while supplies last. This campaign coincides with the WOD token's listing on Binance.US and aims to increase user engagement and trading liquidity.
After 12 years and heavy layoffs, new Elder Scrolls Online lead says the MMO is "here to stay" with extra help from Bethesda proper and "all-new experiences in Skyrim" on the way
Despite significant layoffs at Zenimax Online, the new lead for The Elder Scrolls Online, Nick Giacomini, assures players the MMORPG is committed to a long-term future with increased collaboration with Bethesda Game Studios. This new direction prioritizes quality over strict deadlines, leading to delays for upcoming content like the Crimson Veldt trial and Update 52, now slated for January 2027, alongside new experiences in Skyrim.
The Elder Scrolls Online Director Outlines Content Roadmap Following Xbox Layoffs
Following significant layoffs at ZeniMax Online Studios, game director Nick Giacomini has outlined a revised content roadmap for The Elder Scrolls Online. Some features, including a new trial and combat refresh, have been pushed to 2027 to allow the team to re-establish development pipelines. Update 51 has been delayed to September 28th and will introduce new content and features, while ongoing seasonal content and events will proceed as planned.
The Stream Team: Dungeons & Dragons Online’s The Deal and the Demon
Massively OP's MJ will be playing through the 'The Deal and the Demon' quest in Dungeons & Dragons Online, focusing on collecting an orb from the champion Kishnaurac. The gameplay session will also feature MJ's group teaming up with an interplanar mercenary company led by Ymris to assault Kishnaurac's lair. The stream is scheduled for July 30, 2026, at 8:00 p.m. EDT.
Massively Overthinking: Are there any MMORPGs or MMO features that are good kinda by accident?
This article discusses MMORPGs and their features that became popular or fun by accident, often in ways unintended by developers. Examples include "alting" and the architect system in City of Heroes, content trains in Guild Wars 2, and the unintended consequences of Grand Theft Auto Online's content creator. World of Warcraft and Fortnite are also cited for features that evolved beyond their original design intent.
Dungeons & Dragons: World of Warcraft expansion announced at Gen Con 2026
Wizards of the Coast announced a Dungeons & Dragons expansion based on World of Warcraft at Gen Con 2026. This collaboration, part of D&D's new Universes Beyond banner, will feature all playable races and classes from WoW, new subclasses, and adventures set in Azeroth, including the Ice Crown Citadel raid. The expansion is scheduled for release on November 17, 2026.
ArcheAge Chronicles previews the Ranger, Warrior, and player housing in new dev blogs
XL Games has released new details on ArcheAge Chronicles, focusing on the Warrior and Ranger classes, as well as player housing. The Warrior class can wield longswords or greatswords, while the Ranger can choose between a hatchet or longbow. The game has experienced multiple delays.
Guild Wars Reforged has added new loot and minis to Underworld and Fissure of Woe
ArenaNet has released a new patch for Guild Wars Reforged, adding new miniature collectibles and unique items as rare rewards to the Underworld and Fissure of Woe endgame content areas. The update also includes fixes for disconnect issues and AI improvements for hero skills.
After Layoffs, New Elder Scrolls Online Content Is Delayed But Still Coming
Despite recent layoffs, ZeniMax Online Studios has confirmed that new content for The Elder Scrolls Online is still planned, with a roadmap for 2026 and 2027. Some anticipated updates, including a combat and class refresh, have been delayed to prioritize quality. New content for the remainder of 2024 includes Update 51 and Season Two, featuring solo dungeons and various improvements.
