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This article is a weekly roundup of what games the Massively OP community and staff are playing, featuring a bonus question about car preferences in video games. Contributors discuss their weekend gaming plans across various titles including Star Wars Galaxies Legends, Guild Wars 2, The Division 2, and Final Fantasy XIV, while also sharing their favorite types of cars in games, ranging from vintage to sports models.
Final Fantasy 11 takes cues from FF14 as Square Enix plans a dramatic free trial expansion
Square Enix is expanding the free trial for Final Fantasy XI, drawing inspiration from Final Fantasy XIV's successful model. The upcoming changes will remove the current two-week playtime limit and raise the level cap from 50 to 75, though some restrictions like auction house access and party invites will remain. Director Yoji Fujito stated these changes are being discussed for implementation before the game's 25th anniversary in May 2027.
What are we all playing this weekend?
Several members of the team share their weekend gaming plans, ranging from Forza Horizon 6 and American Truck Simulator to the unreleased game for guides, Directive 8020, and EVE Online. One writer is experiencing a retinal migraine and plans to rest, while another is trying out the puzzle game Drop Duchy on Steam Deck. The article also touches on personal anecdotes about pet care and healthcare.
Amazon Cancels Lord of the Rings MMORPG - GameHaunt
Amazon Games has canceled its Lord of the Rings MMORPG, which was in development since 2023 with Embracer Group. The company cited economic and technical challenges, opting instead to pursue a smaller, single-player or co-op experience in Tolkien's universe. This marks the second time Amazon has failed to launch a Lord of the Rings MMO, with a previous attempt canceled in 2021 due to disputes with Tencent.
EVE Online: Cradle of War Next Month
CCP announced that the new expansion for the space MMORPG EVE Online, titled Cradle of War, will launch on June 9th. The expansion focuses on the game's lore and narrative.
Betawatch: Subnautica 2 dives into early access with a big splash
Subnautica 2 has launched into early access, drawing significant player interest and discussion, partly fueled by prior controversy. The article also provides a broad overview of other games currently in various stages of testing, including Farever, Star Citizen, and EverQuest Legends, highlighting player counts, updates, and testing statuses.
EVE Online Cradle of War Expansion announced for June 2026
Fenris Creations has announced the 'Cradle of War' expansion for the MMORPG EVE Online, set to launch in June 2026. This expansion marks the beginning of a three-part series focused on expanding combat and warfare within the game's universe.
Early access sandbox MMORPG BitCraft adds Sagi Bird trips and ranching
The early access sandbox MMORPG BitCraft has received a new patch that introduces Sagi Birds, allowing players to trap, ranch, and breed them for resources like eggs and feathers. The update also includes cosmetic bee mask recolors for all players.
EVE Online’s Cradle of War expansion wants to make the space MMO more welcoming to new players, before killing them in galaxy-wide omniconflict
The EVE Online expansion, Cradle of War, launching June 9th, aims to improve new player onboarding with the "Exordium" safe zone, where PvP is disabled. The expansion also introduces objective-based military campaigns for each of the four major empire factions, new ships including Tech 2 Command Carriers, and an achievement system. A follow-up update in September will rebalance large fleet projection.
Pax Dei talks up NPC aggro changes, UI updates, and garden housing pieces coming in its next patch
The survival MMORPG Pax Dei is set to receive a new patch that will introduce garden housing decorations, including trellises, ivy, bushes, statues, and a fountain. The update will also feature changes to NPC aggro systems for improved dungeon runs, along with several UI enhancements such as new sorting options for the redeeming queue, an improved emote menu, and a better party management window.
Elder Scrolls Online details the class mastery system launching with U50 in June
ZeniMax Online Studios has detailed the upcoming class mastery system for The Elder Scrolls Online, launching with Update 50 on June 8th. This new system introduces a passive skill line for each of the game's seven classes, offering five unique abilities per class to further enhance player builds and reward specialization.
"It has been an honor": World of Warcraft fans gather in popular private server Turtle WoW to say goodbye as it ends 8-year run following Blizzard lawsuit
The fan-run private server Turtle WoW has shut down after an eight-year run, following a lawsuit from Blizzard Entertainment. Players gathered for a final farewell to the 'Vanilla+' server, which offered a classic World of Warcraft experience. The Turtle WoW team expressed their gratitude to the community and suggested Blizzard consider a framework for licensing fan servers.
I was worried EverQuest Legends making me too OP would ruin the magic of the classic MMO, but crushing hordes of…
EverQuest Legends, a reimagined version of the classic MMORPG at launch, is set to release in July. While initially concerned about losing the original game's challenging nature, the preview suggests that the new systems, including multi-classing and item merging, offer a fun and engaging experience that balances power with customization. The game aims to be accessible for new players while retaining elements appreciated by long-time fans.
Amazon Cancels Lord of The Rings MMO, New LOTR Game Planned
Amazon Games has canceled its in-development Lord of the Rings MMO, with head of games Jeff Grattis confirming a new game experience is being explored. The MMO, announced in 2023 and developed by Amazon Games Orange County, was reportedly in early production for PC and consoles. This cancellation follows layoffs at Amazon Games and the end of service for New World.
Palia: The Flames of Ambition Quest Guide
This guide details how to complete "The Flames of Ambition," a main story quest for Subira in Palia. The quest involves navigating Enfield's lab, solving a brazier puzzle, obtaining a Pyroflow Mask, and collecting Amber Echo before returning to Subira. Completing the quest rewards players with Amadeus' Blessing and Renown Points.
Stars Reach’s Before the Frontier test update lands today with stat allocation and item decay
Playable Worlds has released the Before the Frontier update for its MMORPG Stars Reach, introducing stat point allocation for new characters and item decay mechanics. The update also includes an improved paper doll system, a pathfinder tool, and server infrastructure enhancements to prepare for player influx. The studio is releasing features earlier than usual to gather rapid feedback from alpha testers.
Final Fantasy XI Is Expanding Its Free Trial
Square Enix has significantly expanded the free trial for its pioneering MMORPG, Final Fantasy XI. The new trial removes the time limit and raises the level cap to 75, allowing players to explore the base game's world indefinitely. The announcement was made during a livestream celebrating the game's 24th anniversary.
BioWare had a plan to reboot Star Wars: The Old Republic and make it more KOTOR like, but EA's board of directors shut it down
Former BioWare lead designer James Ohlen revealed a plan to reboot Star Wars: The Old Republic into a more KOTOR-like experience called 'The New Republic'. Despite convincing Lucasfilm executives Kathleen Kennedy and Dave Filoni, as well as EA's Patrick Söderlund, the project was ultimately rejected by EA's board of directors due to concerns over the original game's high budget.
Final Fantasy 14 is promising big changes with Evercold, but I hope it's not a surface-level attempt
The upcoming Final Fantasy 14 expansion, Evercold, promises significant changes including a new combat system and revised gearing to address perceived stagnation. While these updates are welcomed, the author expresses cautious optimism, hoping they lead to more substantial overhauls and a more dynamic world rather than just surface-level improvements.
The Daily Grind: What bugs are acceptable in an MMO launch?
This opinion piece discusses what level of bugs are considered acceptable during the launch of a Massively Multiplayer Online Role-Playing Game (MMORPG). It contrasts common launch issues like login problems and chat overload with more severe bugs such as disappearing characters or desync, questioning how such critical flaws could be missed during beta testing.