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Old School RuneScape Summer 2026 Campfire Recap: A Blood Moon Rises Over Gielinor This June
Jagex has outlined the upcoming content for Old School RuneScape in 2026, including the Grandmaster quest 'Blood Moon Rises' on June 30, a new island called Wyrmscraig, and the first new endgame raid in over four years, 'The Fractured Archive'. The company also detailed updates for mobile clients, a new PvP tutorial, and the expansion of game worlds to Singapore, Japan, and South Africa. Additionally, Jagex announced plans for Runefest 2026 to celebrate RuneScape's 25th anniversary and the Early Access launch of RuneScape: Dragonwilds in 2025.
Lord of the Rings Online is hiking its multi-month subscription fees with a grace period through 2027
Lord of the Rings Online is increasing its multi-month subscription prices for the first time since its 2007 launch, with changes taking effect after June 30th. Existing subscriptions will be grandfathered in at the old rates until the end of 2027. The game will also see new content updates and its developers will attend Gen Con.
The Daily Grind: What fantasy tropes are getting stale in MMOs and need a refresh?
This article discusses the overuse and staleness of common fantasy tropes in MMORPGs, using fantasy pirates as an example. It questions which tropes are becoming repetitive and how developers can creatively refresh them to feel new and engaging for players.
The Stream Team: Going to town in Project Gorgon
Massively OP's MJ Guthrie is exploring the town in Project Gorgon after leaving the starting area. The stream will cover her adventures, including quests and puzzles, as she navigates the mainland. This guide focuses on the MMORPG's exploration and gameplay elements.
Torebia, an indie MMORPG inspired by Ragnarok Online, is holding a stress test this weekend
Torebia, an indie MMORPG inspired by Ragnarok Online, is holding a 10-day stress test this weekend. Developed by a three-person team, the game features a classless build system, no pay-to-win elements, and a world filled with islands and dungeons. Players can wishlist the game on Steam.
Indie MMO Eterspire adds new co-op dungeon content in today’s endgame progression patch
Indie MMORPG Eterspire has received a significant endgame progression update, introducing the 'Trials of the Plague' co-op dungeon content. This update, developed by Stonehollow Workshop, adds new challenges for players level 160 and above, including ranged enemies, dodgeable AoE mechanics, and a new 'Plague' stat element, along with new themed gear sets. The patch also includes new quests for lower-level players and precedes the game's summer roadmap which will feature guild content, achievements, and Steam Deck verification.
Stars Reach’s alpha has added a Star Wars Galaxies-esque profile system and waypoint tabs
The latest alpha patch for the MMORPG Stars Reach, developed by Playable Worlds, introduces a new character profile system reminiscent of Star Wars Galaxies. This update also includes waypoint tabs, asset overhauls with a new shader system, and performance optimizations for building tiles.
Classic EverQuest has officially opened Frostreaver, the progression server you voted on
Daybreak Game Company has launched Frostreaver, a new time-locked progression server for the classic MMORPG EverQuest. This server, which players voted on, begins with the Scars of Velious expansion and progresses through all subsequent expansions to the current live version. Access to Frostreaver requires a Daybreak All Access Membership subscription.
Guild Wars Reforged opens mobile UI testing for all, sends Reforged mode into beta with title revisions
ArenaNet has opened mobile UI testing for Guild Wars Reforged, with a full launch targeted for June 24th, and the Reforged mode is now in beta and default for new characters. The studio has also decided against marking titles earned in Reforged mode to avoid discouraging veteran players, instead introducing a 'Veteran mode' to preserve the classic experience.
EverQuest Legends’ latest video talks new features, multiclassing, challenge, and expansions
EverQuest Legends developers discussed new features including rituals, personal instancing with adjustable difficulty, and new invocations for magic classes. The upcoming Kunark expansion, set for December, will not directly follow the original EverQuest's universe, and several classes are slated for major changes. The team is also working on making the game more approachable for new players.
BLUE PROTOCOL: STAR RESONANCE SEASON 3 LAUNCHES WITH FAIRY TAIL COLLABORATION
Blue Protocol: Star Resonance has launched its third season, featuring a limited-time collaboration with the anime series Fairy Tail. The update also introduces a new Twin Striker class, new maps and dungeons, and a Musician System for social gameplay. The Fairy Tail collaboration runs from May 28 to June 30.
Dungeons and Dragons Online announces Terror of Demogorgon expansion and new Duergar race
Standing Stone Games announced the upcoming 'Terror of Demogorgon' expansion for Dungeons and Dragons Online, set to release in summer 2026. The expansion will introduce a new playable race, the Duergar, and their associated iconic character, the Mindcleaver. A public preview server is now available for players to test the new content.
The Daily Grind: Which MMORPG has the worst bug enemies?
This article discusses which MMORPG features the most unsettling "bug" enemies, distinguishing between in-game creatures and technical glitches. The author shares a personal aversion to the spider enemies in Final Fantasy XI as an example of a particularly disturbing in-game bug creature.
Continuing A Great Legacy, Crystal Saga Nova Just Dropped
Crystal Saga Nova, the fourth installment in the Crystal Saga franchise, has launched as a browser-based MMORPG. It features familiar gameplay mechanics and class systems from previous titles, enhanced with new 3D graphics and inspired by Greek and Roman mythology. The game offers both solo and social gameplay, including PvE and PvP content, with systems for gear prestige and character evolutions.
"Toram Online" x TV Anime "Let This Grieving Soul Retire" Collaboration On Now! Limited battle against the powerful enemy "Arnold" & Avatars that let you dress like Krai and the crew are here!
Asobimo, Inc. has launched a collaboration event between the cross-platform MMORPG Toram Online and the TV anime Let This Grieving Soul Retire. The event, running until July 30, features special avatars, a boss battle against Arnold, and the ability to acquire the creature 'Drink' as a pet. A photo contest is also being held to celebrate the collaboration.
Ragnarok: The New World SEA Version Enters Testing Phase - GameHaunt
Gravity Game Vision has launched the Genesis Test for Ragnarok: The New World in Southeast Asia, running until June 21, 2026. Character creation is available for a limited 14-hour window on May 28, 2026. The closed beta supports cross-platform play on Android, iOS, and PC, featuring seven swappable classes and safe gear upgrades.
Embers Adrift updates with challenge content, preps gathering and guild banks
Embers Adrift has received its latest monthly update, introducing new challenge content within the Forgotten Depths and preparing for future additions like a challenge on Redshore Bluffs. The update also includes the upcoming implementation of gathering banks and guild banks for testing, with water-based activities still in development.
Pantheon is resetting PTR characters today as it begins testing its latest progression revamp
Visionary Realms is releasing the fourth Public Test Realm (PTR) update for the MMORPG Pantheon, focusing on a revamp of the game's progression system. This update introduces changes to how experience is awarded, encouraging players to take on tougher NPCs for better gains, and includes a character reset for testers. The changes aim to simplify progression tuning and accommodate a wider variety of playstyles.
Indie MMORPG SpiritVale just released a new trailer ahead of its Kickstarter launch
The indie MMORPG SpiritVale, developed by Baikun Interactive, has released a new trailer ahead of its Kickstarter launch and July early access release. The game will be free-to-play with cosmetic microtransactions and features class-based action combat with over 230 monsters and 20 world bosses across 30 unique maps.
EVE Online posts a video digest for Cradle of War’s features as Capsuleer Day reaches its zenith
EVE Online has released a video digest showcasing features for the upcoming Cradle of War expansion, including new starter space, military campaigns, ships, and achievements. The game's Capsuleer Day anniversary event is also reaching its peak with extended rewards and new challenges before the expansion's release.