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Elder Scrolls Online will move two more DLCs to the base game and launch Season 2 in late October
The Elder Scrolls Online will move two DLCs, Greymoor and Wolfhunter, to the base game on October 19th. Season 2, titled Echoes of Skyrim, launches on October 21st and will feature new dungeons, a region, and a battle pass. The Witches Festival event also returns on October 21st.
Aion 2’s head start has already climbed Steam’s charts for sales and concurrency as it opens more servers
Aion 2 has achieved strong sales and player counts on Steam during its head start access for founder's pack buyers, reaching #4 on the top sellers list and #9 in most played with over 160,000 peak concurrent players. NCsoft has opened additional servers to accommodate demand, with server transfers expected on October 14th. The game will launch as free-to-play on October 5th.
The Daily Grind: Has an MMORPG ever scared you?
This article discusses the intersection of MMORPGs and the horror genre, particularly during the Spooky Season. It asks players if they have ever been genuinely scared by an MMORPG, referencing The Secret World as a positive example.
The Stream Team: Concluding the Crypt of Mortis in AQ3D’s Wandering Light Saga finale
Massively OP's MJ Guthrie concludes the Wandering Light Saga in AdventureQuest 3D with the Crypt of Mortis finale, facing the cult leader Mortis. The stream will cover the final confrontation and the resolution of Sera Phimion's quest to free her sisters. The article also notes an upcoming stream for Party Animals.
Old School RuneScape launches a new auction house feature and counts down the days to RuneFest 2026
Old School RuneScape has launched a new auction house feature that allows trades above the game's maximum cash limit by combining coins and platinum tokens. Jagex is also building anticipation for RuneFest 2026, which will feature summits for all RuneScape games, a PvP invitational, and giveaways.
WoW Factor: Reacting to the rumors of new classes from the Blizzard survey
The author reacts to rumors of new classes being considered for World of Warcraft, based on a survey Blizzard Entertainment sent out. They express excitement for potential classes like Bard, Witch, Tinker, Illusionist, San'layn, Warden, Necromancer, and Runesmith, while offering specific opinions on each, generally favoring those that feel unique and well-integrated into the game's lore.
Final Fantasy XI raises its free trial to level 75 and unlocks the time limits
Final Fantasy XI has expanded its free trial, now allowing players to reach level 75 and removing the previous 14-day time limit. Existing free trial accounts can be reactivated without time restrictions, offering hundreds of hours of content.
Aion 2's imminent worldwide release could be huge as early access founders' packs outsell major games, and player numbers soar
Aion 2 is set for a worldwide release soon, following its launch in Korea and Taiwan a year ago. The game has achieved significant success on Steam, topping the Top Sellers list with its founders' packs outselling major recent releases by revenue. Player numbers are also high, with the game ranking ninth on the Most Played chart, and it is expected to climb further upon its free-to-play open launch.
Despite going free-to-play in days, new MMORPG Aion 2 just became Steam's top seller
The upcoming free-to-play MMORPG Aion 2 has become Steam's top seller just days before its full launch, driven by sales of its Founder's Packs which offer early access. Developed by NCSoft, the game promises a vast world with both ground and aerial combat, featuring eight distinct classes. While the base game will be free, optional premium subscriptions and battle passes will be available.
EverQuest II announces the Descent to Val’zyroth expansion arriving later this year
Daybreak Game Company announced the upcoming expansion for EverQuest II, titled Descent to Val'zyroth, set to release later this year. The expansion will take players into underground realms, introduce new factions, and feature a new personas system. A beta is scheduled for October 13th, with a developer livestream on November 18th.
Throwback MMORPG Monsters & Memories enters early access while netting over 12K advance subs
The old-school styled MMORPG Monsters & Memories has entered early access after being unveiled in 2021. The game had already secured over 12,000 advance subscriptions prior to launch, with players able to reserve names and create characters. Recent updates include adjustments to classes, spells, and tradeskills, alongside bug fixes and the ability to create multiple characters per server.
The Daily Grind: What’s your reason for not playing an MMO you want to like?
This article discusses why players sometimes choose not to engage with MMORPGs they might otherwise enjoy. It uses examples like Warframe and Star Wars: The Old Republic to illustrate how core game mechanics or the absence of specific community features can be dealbreakers for individual players.
Have you heard of the critically acclaimed MMORPG… oh, Final Fantasy 11, that's new
Square Enix has expanded the free trial for Final Fantasy XI, removing the 14-day time limit and increasing the character level cap to 75. This move follows similar generosity with Final Fantasy XIV's free trial, which extends to the Shadowbringers expansion. The developer is making significant efforts to keep its older MMORPGs active and appealing.
AION 2 Launches in Early Access Ahead of October 5 | Invision Game Community
NC America has launched AION 2 in Early Access on PC via Steam and its PURPLE platform. Purchasing one of three Founder's Packs grants players access five days before the official October 5 launch, with these packs offering various in-game items and benefits. The Early Access period includes the full game experience, featuring major online systems, PvP content, and the in-game economy.
AION 2 Hits #1 on Steam Ahead of Launch | Invision Game Community
NC America's upcoming MMORPG AION 2 has achieved the #1 position on Steam's Global Top Sellers chart ahead of its official launch. The game's success on the chart is attributed to players purchasing Early Access, reflecting strong player interest. NC America aims for AION 2 to be a long-lasting title supported by steady content updates.
The Stream team: Spelunking Project Gorgon’s red crystal cave
Massively OP's MJ Guthrie is exploring the red crystal cave in Project Gorgon, continuing her questing and dealing with curses. The stream will focus on uncovering secrets within the cave in Serbule. Past and future streams for other games like AdventureQuest 3D and Party Animals are also mentioned.
Final Fantasy 11 finally follows in Final Fantasy 14's free trial footsteps, offering new players a chance to try the critically acclaimed MMORPG with no restrictions on playtime
Final Fantasy 11 has expanded its free trial, removing the previous two-week time limit and increasing the level cap to 75. This move aims to attract new players to the critically acclaimed MMORPG, similar to the successful free trial offered for Final Fantasy 14. While some social features and trading are restricted, the trial now offers a more substantial experience for prospective players.
Embers Adrift tweaks how its internal combat timer works to halt resource regen cheesing
Embers Adrift has implemented a patch to address an exploit where players were using the combat recovery timer to regenerate resources unintentionally. The delay between combat actions and resource regeneration has been significantly reduced, and a combat flag now halts this timer when a player is targeted by an enemy. The update also includes visual adjustments, an "exit now" option, spawn updates, and bug fixes.
Aion 2 officially launches for those who bought in to founder’s packs
Aion 2 has officially launched for PC via Steam and NCsoft's Purple launcher, granting early access to players who purchased founder's packs. These packs unlock all game features, including transmog, full PvE and PvP content, and the in-game economy. The game will be available to all players on October 5th, with founder's pack players having access to separate servers but able to queue with launch servers.
DC Universe Online highlights new story arc and new ally for October 6’s Wrath of the Worldkillers update
DC Universe Online is launching its new story arc update, Wrath of the Worldkillers, on October 6th. This update will see players team up with Supergirl and introduce a new ally named Reign as they work to stop a cataclysmic event. The game will also have a presence at New York Comic Con.
