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Mobile MMO MapleStory M’s arrival to Steam is met with a wave of monetization complaints from players
MapleStory M has launched on Steam, but its arrival has been met with significant player backlash regarding its monetization practices. Despite the addition of new content and features, many players are criticizing the game as pay-to-win and overmonetized, with some also citing it as a poor port.
Phantasy Star Online 2 New Genesis engages two limited-time quests and another mission pass
Phantasy Star Online 2: New Genesis has released the second half of its March content update, featuring two limited-time quests: Scorching Fortress Clean-Up and the return of Shadow of the Fallen Star. A new mission pass season offers cosmetics, with additional lockboxes arriving later in the month. Sega is also encouraging player feedback through a survey, offering 50 star gems as an incentive.
Palia New Twitch Drops for Toadstool Tales Update
Palia's Spring Spectacle: Toadstool Tales update introduces new in-game activities and story quests, alongside a limited-time Twitch Drops event. Players can earn exclusive rewards like lures, prize bags, and plushies by watching Palia streams on Twitch between March 17 and April 7, 2026, after linking their accounts.
WoW Factor: The Arcantina is the (second) best addition to World of Warcraft Midnight
The Arcantina, a new tavern feature in World of Warcraft Midnight, is highlighted as a significant and cozy addition to the MMORPG, despite not impacting power progression. This feature, accessible after completing Arator's Journey, offers a roleplaying hub with lore figures, interactive elements, and weekly quests that reward housing items.
BEWARE THE BLACK KNIGHTS! RUNESCAPE DRAGONWILDS TO UNLEASH A NEW REGION 31ST MARCH
Jagex announced that the next major content update for RuneScape: Dragonwilds, titled Dowdun Reach, will launch on March 31st. This update introduces a new region featuring a labyrinthine fortress, new gear tiers including Mithril weapons and armor, and raises all skill caps to 99. RuneScape: Dragonwilds is currently available in Steam Early Access and is part of the Steam Spring Sale with a 30% discount.
Star Citizen teases the new PvE and PvP Rockcracker missions coming in next week’s alpha 4.7
Star Citizen's upcoming alpha 4.7 update, expected next week, will introduce new PvE and PvP Rockcracker missions, inventory UI improvements, and the initial version of in-game crafting. The update also includes various ship-based enhancements and hints at future content like new factions, stations, and ships. The game continues its development in an alpha state, funded by over $900 million in crowdfunding since its 2012 Kickstarter.
ArenaNet devs will take part in Guild Wars 2’s ongoing world boss rush event today
ArenaNet developers will participate in Guild Wars 2's ongoing world boss rush event today, March 20th, at 3:00 p.m. EDT. The livestream will feature the creators facing off against in-game monsters, though no specific rewards are mentioned.
WoW: Midnight's Player Housing Is Great, If You Can Afford The Decor Grind
World of Warcraft: Midnight introduces a robust player housing system with extensive customization options, allowing for significant creativity. However, the system is criticized for a grindy decor acquisition process and the potential for microtransactions to overshadow the experience, though the core functionality is praised as a strong foundation for future updates.
World Of Warcraft: Midnight Review - Back At It Again In Quel'thalas
World of Warcraft: Midnight, the 11th expansion for Blizzard's MMORPG, offers an approachable endgame, player housing, and a nostalgic campaign set in Quel'thalas. The expansion continues the evolution of the game with new systems like Prey for outdoor world challenges and built-in UI tools, while also revamping iconic locations like Silvermoon City. Despite some pacing issues and less impactful class changes, Midnight provides a compelling experience for both new and returning players by blending modern gameplay with homage to the past.
The Daily Grind: What was the first MMO you ever got disillusioned with and why?
The author discusses their first experience of disillusionment with the MMORPG EverQuest, contrasting it with Ultima Online. While initially drawn to EverQuest's 3D graphics, the gameplay loop ultimately failed to meet expectations, leading to disappointment.
Crimson Desert launches to 239,000 players on Steam but 'Mixed' reviews, and it's mostly because of how…
Crimson Desert has launched to 239,000 players on Steam, but has received 'Mixed' reviews. The game is noted for its numerous systems and complex control scheme, though the combat is described as deep and satisfying. The article also mentions the author's personal gaming history with titles like World of Warcraft and Final Fantasy 14.
Is Crimson Desert on Game Pass?
Crimson Desert is not currently available on Game Pass at launch, despite being released on Xbox, PC, and PlayStation 5. While there are no confirmed plans for its inclusion, its predecessor Black Desert was added to the service approximately 18 months after its Xbox release, suggesting a potential arrival for Crimson Desert around 2027.
All the hype has already made Crimson Desert one of the biggest launches on Steam this year
Crimson Desert, an open-world action RPG from Pearl Abyss, has launched to significant player numbers on Steam, peaking at over 239,000 concurrent players shortly after release. Despite its strong sales performance, the game has received a 'Mixed' user rating on Steam due to criticisms of clunky controls and a convoluted system design, though it has been a top global seller for weeks.
Eldegarde to Cease Operations After Only Two Months of Service - GameHaunt
The MMORPG Eldegarde will permanently cease operations on May 31, 2026, just three and a half months after its February 17, 2026 launch. Developer Stormbreak Studios cited unsustainable server costs and unfixable engine issues as the reasons for the shutdown. The game struggled with daily crashes and performance problems, leading to a high cost per player that the small player base could not support.
The Stream Team: Scouring Project Gorgon’s spider cave clean
MMORPG player MJ Guthrie will be clearing out a spider cave in Project Gorgon, aiming to find loot and rescue NPCs. The stream is scheduled for 8:00 p.m. EDT on Thursday, March 19th, 2026. This guide will cover strategies for navigating the dangerous cave.
Massively Overthinking: The nine games portrait of you
This article features Massively OP staff members sharing their personal lists of nine core video games that have shaped them. Contributors discuss foundational titles, franchise representations, and personal favorites across various genres, including MMOs, JRPGs, and action RPGs, reflecting on their impact on their gaming identities and creative work.
How to send Greymanes on missions in Crimson Desert
This guide explains how to send Greymanes on missions in Crimson Desert, a feature inherited from Pearl Abyss' MMO development experience. Players can access missions via the map's Factions tab, selecting locations to send their crew for resources, upgrades, or items. Later in the game, a Dispatch Coordinator at the Greymane camp allows for streamlined mission management.
Mabinogi’s 18th Anniversary Celebration Live Through April 9
Nexon America is celebrating Mabinogi's 18th anniversary with in-game events and rewards running until April 9. The celebration includes a special story questline, mini-games, daily and weekly challenges, and surprise login bonuses. The article also briefly mentions new demos and releases for The Darkside Detective: Backside of the Moon, Crimson Desert, Persona 5: The Phantom X, Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves, The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales, and Oceaneers.
World of Warcraft players go back to work on a year-old mystery after one of them accidentally unlocks the 10th orb in a…
World of Warcraft players have discovered a new puzzle element related to the Felcycle mount, unlocking the 10th orb in a mystery that spans multiple expansions. The solution was found accidentally while players were working on a separate puzzle for the Mind-Seekers cabal. The purpose and reward for this new phase of the puzzle remain unknown, but the community is actively investigating.
Entropia Universe heralds a shift to Unreal Engine 5 and teases new upcoming content
Entropia Universe is transitioning to Unreal Engine 5, which will include rebuilt core gameplay and backend updates for better scalability. While a timeline for the full shift is not yet provided, existing game worlds have been imported to the new engine client. A new teaser trailer also hints at upcoming content updates and showcases the game's visual improvements.