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Ultima Online’s brand-new shroom-centric Spritelight holiday event has arrived for spring
Ultima Online has launched its latest major update, the Spritelight holiday event, which centers around mushroom harvesting and preservation. The event introduces new truffle hogs, shroom-related tools, and various rewards including decorations, titles, and unique items. The update also includes a PvP balance pass, new wooden weapons, and an update to the Clean Up Britannia rewards system, with another event, Moonveil, planned for July.
Mabinogi opens the Abyss of Doubt dungeon and outlines update plans through the summer
Mabinogi has released its latest update, featuring the new Abyss of Doubt dungeon, which serves as a higher difficulty for the Brí Leith dungeon. This update also includes new titles, items, and enchant possibilities, alongside adjustments to existing systems and a penalty for dungeon abandonment. Future summer plans include a new generation storyline, Arcana: Martial Hearts content, and additions to fantasy life professions.
Palia New Twitch Drops for Royal Highlands Expansion Update
Palia is currently offering new Twitch Drops for its Royal Highlands Expansion update, allowing players to earn free in-game rewards by watching their favorite streamers. The expansion itself introduces a large new zone with ancient human history, new resources, creatures, and the addition of horse mounts. Players can claim rewards such as cookies and prize bags by watching streams between May 12 and May 26, 2026.
WoW Classic’s Burning Crusade Anniversary adds two more raids in its latest phase
Blizzard Entertainment has released the second phase of the WoW Classic Burning Crusade Anniversary realms, titled Overlords of Outland. This update introduces two new endgame raids, Tempest Keep: The Eye and Serpentshrine Cavern, and launches Arena Season 2. Future phases will include The Black Temple, Zul'Aman, and Sunwell Plateau.
Square Enix financials notes a decline in MMO sales offset by a rise in income thanks to remasters
Square Enix reported a decline in MMORPG sales for the fiscal year ending March 31st, 2026, attributed partly to the release gap of Final Fantasy XIV: Dawntrail. However, overall income rose significantly due to strong performance from remasters like Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles and Dragon Quest 1 & 2 HD-2D Remake, alongside catalogue titles.
A former SWTOR lead once proposed a top-down revamp that was shot down by EA
Former Star Wars: The Old Republic lead designer James Ohlen proposed a significant reboot of the MMORPG, titled Star Wars: The New Republic, which would have shifted the game's timeline. The proposal was ultimately rejected by Electronic Arts' board of directors, who were hesitant to invest further after the initial $300 million development cost.
Wisdom of Nym: How different will tanks and melee DPS jobs be in Final Fantasy XIV’s Evolved mode?
This analysis speculates on how Evolved Mode in Final Fantasy XIV will alter existing tank and melee DPS jobs. It examines Paladin, Warrior, Gunbreaker, Dark Knight, Dragoon, Ninja, Reaper, Monk, Samurai, Viper, and Pictomancer, predicting which will feel similar and which will undergo significant changes due to the new system.
Monster & Memories provides a deep-dive of the reworked Spellblade class
Monsters & Memories has provided a deep-dive into the reworked Spellblade class for its upcoming MMORPG. The melee DPS class remains proc-centric but has been adjusted to balance player expression with less reliance on RNG. New mechanics include infusion stances and a 'Conduit' skill to activate potent abilities.
MMO Week in Review: The Only Way to the Cradle of War
This week's MMO news roundup covers major announcements from EVE Online's Cradle of War expansion and Star Citizen's alpha 4.8 Tactical Strike. Guild Wars 2 launched The Only Way update, while Amazon's Lord of the Rings MMORPG fate remains uncertain. NCsoft and Pearl Abyss reported strong financial quarters, and various other MMOs like Farever, EverQuest Legends, and Subnautica 2 were discussed.
Where Winds Meet Announces Second Major Expansion - Imperial Palace | Console Creatures
Everstone Studio announced the "Imperial Palace" expansion for its open-world Wuxia ARPG, Where Winds Meet. This major update, launching late this month, adds a 1 million square meter Imperial Palace with 3,000 NPCs and introduces new gameplay features like the Homesteads System and new game modes in June. Future updates will include a Companion System and Gauntlets, with a Limited-Edition Panda Cosmetic available from May 19th to June 17th.
Scott Miller, founder of Apogee, has over 1,000 hours in World of Warcraft and always plays a warrior in any RPG: 'I like to get right in their face and pound away'
Scott Miller, founder of Apogee Software, discusses his extensive career in gaming and his current gaming habits. He has over 1,000 hours in World of Warcraft and prefers playing warrior characters in RPGs. Miller also shares his thoughts on recently played games like Far Far West, The Drifter, and Stray, and his ongoing work with Apogee Entertainment.
Pantheon: Rise of the Fallen gives spellcaster outfits the glow-up they deserve
Visionary Realms is reworking the armor system in Pantheon: Rise of the Fallen to improve spellcaster outfits. Players had provided feedback that the existing robes were not visually appealing. The update will introduce new robes and an overlapping clothing/armor mesh system to eliminate clipping and enhance visual flair.
The Daily Grind: Which MMORPG is your favorite game to just idle in?
This article discusses the concept of 'idle time' within MMORPGs, referring to moments where players are not actively engaged in gameplay but are instead comfortably exploring or observing the game world. It poses the question to readers about which MMORPG offers the best experience for such leisurely activities.
Where Winds Meet Reveals Expansion of Imperial Palace and Future Content Plans - GameHaunt
NetEase Games and Everstone Studio announced that the Where Winds Meet Imperial Palace expansion will launch in late May 2026. This major update for the open-world Wuxia RPG will add a forbidden royal court spanning one million square meters with over 3,000 unique NPCs. Future content includes co-op modes, a Homestead System, tomb exploration, and a new Gauntlet weapon class.
Where Winds Meet’s Imperial Palace is “Comparable to Kaifeng” With 3000 NPCs, Out in Late May
Everstone Studio announced that the Imperial Palace expansion for Where Winds Meet will be released in late May. This expansion adds a massive area comparable to the city of Kaifeng, featuring 3,000 NPCs, dual-season landscapes, and new gameplay mechanics like wall-running and parkour. Additional content, including new weapon types, homesteads, animal companions, and a co-op mode, is planned for release throughout the summer and later in 2026.
Camelot Unchained’s latest closed early access build brings class tweaks and global chat
Camelot Unchained has received a new closed early access build featuring substantial XP gain increases for professions, tweaked ability cooldowns and ranges, and the reopening of the global chat channel. The update also addresses keybinding issues and revamps the party frames UI. While a date for wider early access remains unannounced, development continues on the MMORPG.
Ancient MMO Final Fantasy 11 still has new things on the horizon 24 years after launch
Despite launching in 2002, the MMORPG Final Fantasy XI is still receiving updates, including a recent website overhaul. Game director Yoji Fujito expressed gratitude for the player community and stated the team's goal is to solidify the game's foundation to reach its 30th anniversary.
For its 24th anniversary, Final Fantasy 11 is getting a free trial upgrade that lets you play it for as long as you like
Square Enix is significantly expanding the free trial for its 24-year-old MMORPG, Final Fantasy XI. The updated trial will remove the 14-day time limit, allowing players to experience the base game indefinitely, though with a level cap of 75 and other restrictions on trading and communication. This move aims to make the long-running title more accessible amidst the current live service landscape.
MMO Hype Train: Is it smart or foolish for upcoming MMOs to embrace hardcore attitudes?
This article discusses the trend of upcoming MMORPGs embracing hardcore design philosophies, questioning whether this approach is wise or foolish. While some games like Embers Adrift and Pantheon: Rise of the Fallen have adopted more challenging mechanics, their success has been limited. The author notes the appeal of difficult games like Dark Souls but questions if there's enough demand for entire MMORPGs to be built around such a premise, especially given the inherent risks in the current market.
10 Games like World of Warcraft that'll take over your time next
This article lists 10 MMORPGs and RPGs that capture the essence of World of Warcraft, offering similar exploration, character customization, and progression. The list includes titles like The Lord of the Rings Online, Path of Exile, Star Wars: The Old Republic, Final Fantasy 14, and Guild Wars 2, catering to various player preferences from story-driven experiences to more relaxed, sandbox gameplay.
