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Soulframe Preludes 15: Gods & Ghosts Update Expands Loot, Crafting, and Social Features in Closed Alpha
Digital Extremes has released the Preludes 15: Gods & Ghosts update for Soulframe's closed alpha on PC. This update overhauls loot and crafting systems, introduces new social features like trading and in-game mail, and adds new enemies and encounters. The Totem system has also been reworked to offer more strategic gameplay combinations.
Preludes 15: Gods & Ghosts - New Soulframe Update Launches Free for PC
Digital Extremes has released the latest free update for Soulframe's closed Alpha on PC, titled Preludes 15: Gods & Ghosts. This update introduces a revamped loot and crafting system, new social features like trading and in-game mail, additional weapons and enemies, and various quality-of-life improvements based on community feedback.
LINE Games' Uncharted Waters Origin Hosts 'Rose Garden Event' Through July 7
LINE Games, in collaboration with KOEI TECMO GAMES and Motif, has launched the 'Rose Garden Event' and a content update for its MMORPG, Uncharted Waters Origin. The event, running until July 7, offers players in-game rewards through a game board and trade competition. The update introduces new characters, improved company effect selection, and convenience features for prime minister policies and contracts.
Square Enix Releases Final Fantasy XIV Online Switch 2 Gameplay Trailer
Square Enix has released a gameplay trailer for Final Fantasy XIV Online running on the Nintendo Switch 2, showcasing the upcoming early access version launching in August 2026. Players will need to purchase the game and a separate subscription for the Switch 2, though existing players receive a discount on the subscription. Additionally, a new HD-2D title, Final Fantasy Resonance, was announced for the Switch and Switch 2, releasing in October.
Demo for Sword Art Online Game Echoes of Aincrad Confirmed
Bandai Namco Entertainment has announced a demo for Sword Art Online: Echoes of Aincrad, an action RPG set to release on July 10, 2026. The demo will be available on PC starting June 15, 2026, followed by PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X on June 16, 2026. The article also briefly mentions a demo for Digimon Story: Cyber Sleuth on Nintendo Switch.
The Stream Team: Crypt cleaning in Project Gorgon’s cemetery
MMORPG player MJ Guthrie will be streaming Project Gorgon, focusing on clearing crypts in the game's cemetery to gain favor and rewards. The stream is scheduled for 3:00 p.m. EDT on Wednesday, June 10th, 2026, marking MJ's 16th Massiversary. Other streams planned include Return to Moria, RIFT, Crashout Crew, and No Man's Sky.
Throne and Liberty’s upcoming gauntlet weapon promises ‘relentless chained combat’
NCsoft is introducing a new weapon called gauntlets to the MMORPG Throne and Liberty with the upcoming The Frozen Divide: Nix update on June 25th. This weapon is designed to offer a blend of tanking and DPS capabilities, allowing players to switch between heavy-hitting strikes and flanking maneuvers. The gauntlets aim to provide an accessible yet high-skill ceiling combat experience.
DC Universe Online celebrates Pride with returning and new cosmetic goodies
DC Universe Online is celebrating Pride with new and returning in-game cosmetic items, including the Trans Oceanic Shark accessory and Super Pride Cape. Players can acquire these items by completing a mission with a level 20 character and visiting NPC vendors in Metropolis. The event also features double source marks earnings and a discount on wolf pack tokens, running until June 15th.
Final Fantasy 14 receives first Nintendo Switch 2 gameplay trailer
Square Enix has released the first gameplay trailer for Final Fantasy XIV on the Nintendo Switch 2, following its announcement at the recent Fan Festival. The trailer showcases footage of the MMORPG running on the upcoming console, which is slated for an August release. The game's director has also commented on the expected frame rate performance.
Lost Ark introduces fresh story content and a new ship with today’s Twilight Isle update
Amazon and Smilegate have released the Twilight Isle update for Lost Ark, introducing new story content in the Cadarum Isles and a new ship called Luminas. The patch also includes the Horizon Cathedral Abyssal Dungeon, new cosmetics, progression events, class balance adjustments, and raid gold changes.
Flameseeker Chronicles: I’m hyped for Guild Wars 3 – but dreading it too
A Guild Wars 2 player expresses mixed feelings of hype and dread regarding the announcement of Guild Wars 3. While excited for a fresh start free of Guild Wars 2's accumulated 'cruft' and the potential for a console audience, concerns remain about the new game's action combat, the potential impact on Guild Wars 2's ongoing development, and whether Guild Wars 3 will cater to existing player preferences.
EverQuest II releases Wuoshi TLE server, temporarily boosts All-Access membership perks
EverQuest II has launched its new time-locked expansion server, Wuoshi, which begins with the Echoes of Faydwer expansion and progresses every three months. Daybreak Game Company is also temporarily boosting perks for All-Access membership subscribers and has added new cosmetic items for sale. The update also allows players to hire mercenaries from anywhere and swap between owned ascension classes if they are over level 100.
Perfect Ten: Pirate MMOs that boarded and plundered our gaming PCs
This article highlights ten pirate-themed MMORPGs and online multiplayer RPGs that have sailed the digital seas. It covers a range of titles from obscure to well-known, discussing their development histories, gameplay mechanics, and current status, including games like Pirates of the Burning Sea, Sea of Thieves, and Skull and Bones.
PlayStation Plus Game Catalog and Classics Catalog lineup for June 2026 announced
Sony Interactive Entertainment has revealed the June 2026 lineup for PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium subscribers. The Game Catalog will feature titles like Final Fantasy XVI, Sonic X Shadow Generations, and Kingdom Come: Deliverance, while the Classics Catalog will include Gitaroo Man. Some games will be available on June 10/11, with the majority releasing on June 16.
Preview: Early Echoes of Aincrad Does Feel Like an SAO MMORPG
Echoes of Aincrad aims to capture the authentic Sword Art Online MMORPG experience with an original story and player-created characters, differentiating itself from previous titles. The preview highlights engaging combat, exploration, and a personalized approach to the familiar SAO narrative, though some equipment management limitations were noted. The game is set to release on July 10, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC.
Echoes of Aincrad Hands-On Preview: Like An Episode Of The Anime
Echoes of Aincrad aims to capture the magic of the Sword Art Online anime, allowing players to experience a full season within the game's world before the First Arc's conclusion. The preview highlights detailed environments, fluid combat, and a progression system that emphasizes player skill and weapon mastery. The game is set to launch on July 9 for PC and potentially other platforms.
The Stream Team: Exploring Eternity’s Garden in Guild Wars 2
MJ Guthrie continues the Visions of Eternity story in Guild Wars 2, focusing on chapter 10, Within Your Grasp, as she searches for Vloxx and the Spire of Exaltation. The article also lists upcoming streams for other games including Project: Gorgon, Return to Moria, RIFT, Crashout Crew, and No Man's Sky.
Massively OP Podcast Episode 568: Take me home, Tyrian roads
The Massively OP Podcast episode 568 covers the official announcement of Guild Wars 3, release windows for Aion 2, Stars Reach, Loftia, Dune Awakening, and Valheim, and early access updates for Camelot Unchained and Eterspire. The hosts also discuss Star Wars: The Old Republic's Update 7.9 and The Elder Scrolls Online's Update 50.
MapleStory offers a Global Classic World trailer, but we still don’t know when it’s launching
MapleStory has released a new trailer for its upcoming Global Classic World, a reboot of the game's classic version. While the trailer showcases the nostalgic experience, it does not provide a specific launch date, only stating "coming soon." Nexon America previously indicated that the reboot requires one more test before launch and will share schedule details once confirmed.
EVE Online’s Cradle of War expansion kicks off the summer with military campaigns and newbie safe zone
EVE Online has launched its summer expansion, Cradle of War, which initiates the Theatres of War trilogy. This expansion introduces Military Campaigns, a new system connecting player actions into larger wars with permanent consequences for New Eden's landscape. It also adds a safe starting zone for new players, eight new ships, an achievement system, and an epic lore arc.