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Aion 2's hardest fight is coming back, bigger and better, after being pulled from the free MMORPG's launch
The Ludra raid in the free-to-play MMORPG Aion 2 is set to return on November 4th with redesigned mechanics and new attack patterns. The raid was initially removed shortly after launch due to being defeated too quickly, sparking discussions about potential pay-to-win elements. NC is implementing several in-game events and login bonuses to help players prepare for the relaunch.
The Stream Team: Pup patrol and Priests in AdventureQuest 3D
Massively OP's MJ Guthrie will be playing AdventureQuest 3D, focusing on a quest to find a lost puppy and exploring the recent revamp of the Healer class into a Priest. The stream will also potentially include a Mortis challenge.
Betawatch: ArcheAge Chronicles sets its early access plans and Vampir gets a release date
ArcheAge Chronicles has announced its early access price of thirty dollars, with plans to eventually remove gender locks and add third weapon options for classes. Vampir is set to launch on October 27th. The article also provides updates on City of Titans, Soulframe, and numerous other MMOs in various stages of testing and development.
RF Online Next adds a new story chapter, readies a new growth server and 500-player battleground
RF Online Next has received a new update that introduces a new story chapter, Chapter 11.5 of the Asu Continent storyline. The update also adds a new Vera server with character growth events and Albern Fortress, a large-scale siege warfare instance for up to 10 guilds and 500 players. Future additions include a seasonal event and a 200-player dungeon.
Aion 2 infographic shares trivia on PvP kills, characters created, and top three class picks
Aion 2 developers have released an infographic detailing player activity since launch, showing over 108 million hours played and 26 million PvP kills in the first 18 days. The data also highlights Gladiator, Chanter, and Sorcerer as the most popular class picks. Recent updates include new hard mode dungeon difficulties, a new board, and ongoing events.
WoW: Forever’s Divisive Layering Will See Major Improvements For Launch, Blizzard Says
Blizzard Entertainment has acknowledged significant issues with the layering system in World of Warcraft: Forever, particularly concerning players being unexpectedly separated. Associate production director Clay Stone stated that improvements are being made to ensure players remain together, especially on transports and when entering/leaving capital cities, aiming to recreate a more persistent world feel for the game's launch.
Neverwinter’s Masquerade of Liars Halloween event returns with a new faction and new rewards
Neverwinter's annual Masquerade of Liars Halloween event has returned, featuring three factions: the Denizens of the Deep, Porcelain Patricians, and the new Highway Robbery led by the Headless Horseman. Players can participate in daily quests and find tricksters to gather treats and earn rewards, with the event running until November 5th.
2023 PS5 Console Exclusive RPG Shutting Down
The PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 console-exclusive VR MMO Zenith: Nexus will shut down its servers on December 18, 2026. Publisher TribeVR announced that new content development ceased in 2024, and paid DLC and in-game currency have already been removed from sale.
Pax Dei unleashes its horse-filled update with new related skills and features
The sandbox MMORPG Pax Dei has received a major update introducing mountable horses for faster travel across its landscapes. The update also includes new related skills like riding and saddle crafting, combat adjustments, saddlebag inventory, and quality-of-life improvements such as a grass removal tool and auto-run feature. A weekend boost event is planned to celebrate the game's first anniversary.
The Stream Team: Taking a Detour in Dungeons & Dragons Online
Massively OP's MJ is starting a new quest arc in Dungeons & Dragons Online called The Netherese Legacy. The first step involves escorting a wizard named Bensen Virandson with a piece of an ancient scroll along the Greenweald trail.
Massively Overthinking: Could you ever be convinced to give a mobile MMORPG a try?
The Massively OP staff discusses the challenges and potential for mobile MMORPGs to gain wider acceptance. While acknowledging the platform's limitations and past issues with monetization and control schemes, some writers express a willingness to try well-designed titles, particularly those with PC versions or that offer meaningful interaction beyond autoplay.
VR MMO Zenith confirms its shutdown date of December 18 after over two years of maintenance mode
Ramen VR has announced that the virtual reality MMORPG Zenith will officially shut down on December 18th, after over two years in maintenance mode. Sales of the game and its premium currency have already ceased, though existing in-game currency can still be used. The developers cited financial unsustainability as the reason for the closure, stating they could no longer run the servers at a loss.
WoW: Forever Is Keeping Its Secrets Close To The Chest
Blizzard Entertainment stated that World of Warcraft: Forever still holds many secrets that were intentionally kept hidden during the beta phase. Senior game designer Josh Greenfield confirmed that some items and secrets were disabled, with more to be discovered at launch and beyond. Lead encounter designer Michael Nuthals also hinted at future content, with potential for new dungeons and raids planned for next year.
EverQuest Legends brings a new zone, playable Half Dark Elves, and a Halloween event in today’s update
EverQuest Legends has released its Castle Nektropos update, introducing a new zone called Lake Nerius and an instanced dungeon, Castle Nektropos. The update also adds the Half Dark Elf playable race and a Halloween event featuring a werewolf pet illusion and a special quest.
Project Gorgon celebrates Halloween, adds animal cosmetics, and tweaks several skills
Project Gorgon has received a significant update introducing revamped foxes, new animal cosmetic items, and adjustments to several skills including surveying, angling, and a new swimming skill. The game is also celebrating Halloween with a seasonal event featuring new content for high-level characters, over 100 quests, and unique rewards.
Vampir is Netmarble’s PC and mobile MMO of ‘blood, horror, and sexuality’ with an October 27 global launch
Netmarble has announced that its PC and mobile MMORPG, Vampir, will launch globally on October 27th. The game features a dark vampire motif with themes of blood, horror, and sexuality, offering players five DPS-only classes and a large-scale PvP battlefield. Players can pre-register for in-game rewards.
Gloria Victis’ Halloween event includes a showdown against a giant community manager
Gloria Victis has launched its 'Season of Harvest' Halloween event, featuring a Headless Horseman boss, candy drops for rewards, numerous quests, and pumpkin events. A unique community event allows players to fight a giant version of a community manager named GV Spectre.
WoW: Forever Is Getting A New Server Option By Popular Demand
Blizzard Entertainment is adding a role-playing-player vs. player (RP-PvP) server option to World of Warcraft: Forever due to popular demand from the community. This new server ruleset joins existing PvE, PvP, and roleplaying options, addressing player concerns about avoiding streamer drama on the single existing PvP server. Initially hesitant, Blizzard has now decided to implement the RP-PvP server, with name reservations opening on October 27.
Vague Patch Notes: The struggle to review MMORPGs, now and forever
Reviewing MMORPGs presents unique challenges due to their constantly changing nature, slow pace, and heavy reliance on player interaction. The article highlights how factors like open PvP and the social dynamics of forming or joining groups make objective evaluation difficult, suggesting that any review of an MMORPG is inherently provisional.
Cloud Deployment Incoming: ‘Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4’ Arrives on GeForce NOW
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 has launched on GeForce NOW, allowing players to stream the campaign, multiplayer, and DMZ modes. Ultimate members can experience ray-tracing features powered by RTX 5080-class performance. Additionally, FINAL FANTASY RESONANCE and The Elder Scrolls Online's Echoes of Skyrim season are now available on the cloud platform.
