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The EverQuest Legends studio will host a panel at SDCC 2026 covering its development journey
The studio behind EverQuest Legends will host a panel at San Diego Comic-Con titled "From 1999 to EverQuest Legends." The panel will feature developers discussing the reimagining of the classic MMORPG for modern players and promises reveals and first looks at the game.
RuneScape revamps its housing customisation with a snazzy looking build mode and the option to make your own neighbourhood with your pals
RuneScape has released a significant update focused on player-owned housing, introducing a revamped build mode that allows for extensive customization and the creation of unique spaces. The update also includes the new Homestead system, enabling players to build neighborhoods with friends and share facilities.
Eterspire’s latest quest reward is a ‘stinky aura, complete with its own buzzing fly sound effect’
Stonehollow Workshop has released a new content update for their indie MMORPG Eterspire, introducing a new Remnant boss, Bah Randa, The Stenchful, and a rare 'Stinky Aura' cosmetic reward. The update also includes fishing tool equippability, improved fishing notifications, and enhanced character running. Future improvements are planned for controller gameplay to achieve Steam Deck verification and potential releases on platforms like Apple TV.
World of Warcraft and Final Fantasy 14 fans can now earn up to $15,000 in scholarship money by tackling achievements with a less than "1% global completion rate"
The University of Silicon Valley is offering scholarships of up to $15,000 to students who demonstrate exceptional mastery through rare in-game achievements. Players of titles like World of Warcraft, Final Fantasy 14, Minecraft, and Dark Souls can apply if they meet demanding criteria, such as unlocking specific in-game feats that have less than a 1% global completion rate.
Pearl Abyss Unveils Black Desert Mobile Update Schedule at 2026 Heidel Ball
Pearl Abyss revealed the upcoming update schedule for Black Desert Mobile at the 2026 Heidel Ball, focusing on faster progression and improved gameplay experience. Key updates include reduced progression barriers, boosted rewards from Knowledge-based content, and the introduction of a new Genesis Gear tier. The game will also streamline content, revamp Node and Siege Wars, and launch Season 2 with quality-of-life enhancements.
The Daily Grind: What’s the most important thing an MMORPG can do in its first month?
This article discusses the crucial actions MMORPGs should prioritize in their first month post-launch, focusing on developer communication, player feedback integration, and strategic roadmaps. It emphasizes the importance of substantive communication over mere noise and warns against drastic, potentially disruptive balance changes.
NIGHT CROWS Officially Kicks Off Summer Season Event ‘Crows Vacation’ Along with Simultaneous Launch of New Server ‘Crow Frontier’
The MMORPG NIGHT CROWS has launched its summer event, 'Crows Vacation,' and a new server called 'Crow Frontier' on July 14. The update includes summer-themed events, new costumes, and significant progression buffs for players on the new server, alongside various in-game missions and rewards. Additionally, the community interaction segment 'Crow Talk-Talk' returns for Season 2 on July 23.
The Stream Team: To talk of Tau and Warframe’s Tennocon 2026
Massively OP hosts MJ Guthrie and Eliot Lefebvre will discuss the details from Warframe's Tennocon 2026 event. The developers revealed significant expansions, including a new solar system and lore additions, indicating a major shift in the game's direction. The discussion will cover player anticipation and future content hopes.
Tibia’s summer update ramps up endgame difficulty and adds a new practice mode
Cipsoft's latest update for the MMORPG Tibia introduces challenging endgame bosses with infinitely scalable difficulty and new mechanics. The update also adds a practice mode for players to learn boss mechanics and includes improvements to the tutorial island and starter zone.
Scars of Honor elaborates on its FirstWatch player tester group, gliding, and open world plans
Developer Beast Burst Entertainment detailed its 'FirstWatch' player testing initiative for Scars of Honor, which involves selected players providing feedback through private Discord servers, polls, and interviews. The studio also showcased development updates including improved animations, gliding mechanics, and plans for opt-in open world PvP and world events.
RuneScape Adds the Much-Anticipated Housing Update
Jagex has released a major player-owned housing update for RuneScape, completely rebuilding the system and overhauling the Construction skill up to level 120. The update introduces over 650 decorative items, flexible room layouts, free furniture placement, and a new Homestead system allowing players to share houses with up to five others. New features also include achievement and collection displays, music integration, and environmental controls.
2-D pixelart MMO Soul’s Remnant dates August 13 for early access
Studio Chaomoon announced that the 2-D pixelart MMORPG Soul's Remnant will launch its early access on August 13th, a slight delay from the previously planned August 5th date. This adjustment was made to avoid overlapping with Nexon's MapleStory Classic World test runs, ensuring a smoother launch for Soul's Remnant. The developers are currently refining the game and preparing a Day One content patch.
Runescape housing update has you shacking up in a Homestead with friends, and brings back house parties
Runescape has released its 'From The Ground Up' update, overhauling the player-owned housing system as part of its 25th anniversary. The update introduces extensive customization options, a new furniture crafting system with construction leveled to 120, and the ability for up to five players to join Homesteads and build communities together. Players can also host house parties with unrestricted visitor numbers and display collected items.
The Daily Grind: Which modern MMORPGs should get a sequel?
This article discusses which modern MMORPGs are candidates for sequels, drawing parallels to the genre's history and upcoming titles like Guild Wars 3. It highlights the potential for sequels to games such as World of Warcraft, The Elder Scrolls Online, and EVE Online, questioning where the next major franchise follow-ups will emerge.
Feel the Heat: Tibia’s Summer Update Brings Infinitely Difficult Bosses
CipSoft has released a free summer update for its MMORPG Tibia, introducing infinitely difficult bosses with the potential for powerful loot. The update also includes a new quest, customizable challenge modes, and improvements to the weapon system. Additionally, Tibia has become more accessible with a new starter zone and class overhauls, aiming to attract both new and returning players.
Echoes of Aincrad Review
Echoes of Aincrad, a game set within the Sword Art Online universe, fails to capture the magic of its source material. Despite featuring a unique combat system with parries and a partner mechanic, the game is bogged down by glacial pacing, uninteresting loot, and linear quests. The narrative struggles to establish its own identity, often overshadowed by the presence of series protagonist Kirito, leaving the player's own character feeling insignificant.
MMO Week in Review: 213
Microsoft's significant layoffs have heavily impacted the Elder Scrolls Online live team, reducing its size to that of 2015-2018. This week also saw Warframe's TennoCon, Aion 2 previewing its monetization, Tencent acquiring the PlanetSide franchise, Star Trek Online launching Undiscovered, and Gamigo porting Fiesta Online to consoles.
Siege Camp’s in-development MMORPG Anvil Empires just got a big map and combat overhaul
Siege Camp's upcoming medieval MMORPG, Anvil Empires, has received significant updates including a complete world map recreation and a combat overhaul. The new map features more usable space and balanced terrain, while combat has been enhanced with more player agency. Other improvements include revamped town structures, item exchange UIs, and a functional smoke system.
Lineage II launches class tweaks, new zones, and the server wars for its multiple versions
Lineage II has released significant updates across its five versions, introducing 'server wars' focused on PvE challenges in the Citadel of Darkness hunting zone. These updates include class tweaks, new zones, item updates, and raid adjustments, with specific content tailored for Aden, Wolf, Samurai, Live, and Classic servers. NCsoft also provided a summary video and promised more active development for Classic and new content for Live.
Kalmia Online is an indie side-scrolling MMORPG running a public test the weekend of July 24
Kalmia Online, an indie side-scrolling MMORPG described as a blend of MapleStory and Ragnarok Online, is holding its first public playtest from July 24th to July 26th. The developers are seeking player feedback to improve the game, emphasizing that it will not feature gacha mechanics, pay-to-win elements, autoplay, or generative AI.