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Gamigo’s siege MMO Gloria Victis adds a guild warfare system in today’s State of War update
Gamigo has released the 'State of War' update for the MMORPG Gloria Victis, introducing a new guild warfare system. This update allows guilds to engage in 30-minute siege battles to capture rival guild islands and flags, with winners earning Technology Points for guild development. The game is available for free on PC via Steam.
Pantheon Rise of the Fallen’s latest PTR updates the mail system and midgame loot itemization
Pantheon: Rise of the Fallen's latest Public Test Realm update from Visionary Realms focuses on improving the mail system's stability and refining midgame loot itemization. This update includes a character wipe on the PTR to gather baseline data for upcoming player market testing and to evaluate itemization feedback.
Perfect Ten: The 10 MMORPG expansions from 2004
2004 was a pivotal year for the MMORPG industry, marked by numerous significant expansions for established titles. This list highlights ten key expansions, including EverQuest: Gates of Discord and Omens of War, Dark Age of Camelot: New Frontiers and Catacombs, Final Fantasy XI: Chains of Promathia, Anarchy Online: Alien Invasion, Star Wars Galaxies: Jump to Lightspeed, Meridian 59: Evolution, and Ultima Online: Samurai Empire. These expansions introduced new content, classes, features, and gameplay mechanics that shaped the genre.
MMORPG Architect Land of Exiles is headed for a wider PC/mobile launch across SE Asia
The MMORPG Architect: Land of Exiles, developed by Drimage/Dream Age and published by Aqua Tree, is expanding its reach beyond South Korea. The game is set to launch in Taiwan, Hong Kong, Macau, Singapore, Indonesia, Thailand, the Philippines, and Malaysia for PC and mobile platforms. Pre-registration is now open, with a specific release date for these territories yet to be announced.
EG7 Q2 2026: Daybreak has finished buying out Cold Iron and Aliens Fireteam Elite 2
Enad Global 7's subsidiary Daybreak Game Company has finalized its acquisition of Cold Iron Studios for $3 million, securing assets and intellectual property related to the developer, including the Aliens franchise IP for Aliens: Fireteam Elite. Daybreak reported improved profitability in Q2 2026, driven by Palia and DC Universe Online, alongside steady performance from its other live-service titles like EverQuest and EverQuest II.
DDO adds new Terror of Demogorgon quest while LOTRO tests new Lua plugin improvements
Standing Stone Games is adding a new quest, 'Raiding the Raiders,' to the Terror of Demogorgon expansion for Dungeons and Dragons Online as part of Update 81.2. Meanwhile, The Lord of the Rings Online is receiving PvP adjustments and bug fixes in Update 49.4, with Update 49.5 on the Bullroarer test server previewing new Lua Plugin functionality.
Star Wars The Old Republic kicks off Galactic Season 11 with companions and a shallow bowl for your head
Star Wars: The Old Republic has launched its 11th Galactic Season, reintroducing Fen Zeil and Amity as earnable companions. The season also features a unique meta-achievement reward: a shallow bowl worn as a hat with a chin strap, alongside other cosmetic items, weapons, mounts, and minipets available on both free and subscriber tracks.
The Daily Grind: Do you feel compelled to 100% complete MMO zones?
This article discusses the player compulsion to 100% complete zones in MMORPGs, including completing all quests, achievements, and reputation goals. It questions whether players feel this pressure due to their playstyle or a desire to maximize content. The piece is part of a daily series from Massively Overpowered writers.
The Stream Team: Using Guild Wars 2’s Festival of the Four Winds to forget
Massively OP's MJ Guthrie is using the Festival of the Four Winds in Guild Wars 2 as a way to cope with recent in-game sorrows. The article highlights the fun and light-hearted activities available during the festival, such as racing as a dolyak, as a means of providing 'festival therapy'.
Massively OP Podcast Episode 576: Peering into the future of MMOs
The Massively OP Podcast episode 576 features hosts Justin and Bree discussing the future of MMORPGs, including Star Wars: The Old Republic's update plans, World of Warcraft's latest patch, and delays for Lost Ark and Throne and Liberty due to Amazon's exit from publishing. They also cover Q2 MMO financials and introduce a new 'spotlight of the week' segment.
Eterspire’s latest patch adds new quests and event currency, with woodcutting on deck for September 1
Stonehollow Workshop has released the v80 patch for its MMORPG Eterspire, titled 'Of Rabbits and Wolves.' This update introduces two new questlines, controller support, UI improvements for Apple TV, and a new community event shop where players can use 'manu coins' for past event items. A new woodcutting lifeskill is also slated for release on September 1st.
EverQuest Legends has revamped the classic Mistmoore Castle with today’s update
EverQuest Legends has received a significant update that revamps the classic Mistmoore Castle zone. The patch guarantees named NPCs will spawn with loot, introduces new items with stat bonuses, and designates all named enemies as rare creatures. Additionally, creature aggression has been adjusted, and various other fixes and improvements have been implemented, including adjustments to grouping experience and UI scaling.
Runewaker blames Runes of Magic’s content delay on ‘ugly bumps on the road’ but says it’s back on track
Runewaker has provided an update on the content delays for Runes of Magic, citing "ugly bumps on the road" as the cause. The studio confirmed that a new product manager has been hired and that previously teased content, including a level cap increase and new region, is still in progress. While a timeline remains unannounced, Runewaker assures players that the team is "back on track" and has shared new screenshots.
Only Zarath Counts: Legends of Elumia Centers Its Lord of the Bones Event on One Boss
Legends of Elumia has launched its 'Lord of the Bones' event, centered around defeating a single boss named Zarath to earn rewards like the Aegis Pendant and Rune Shards. This limited-time campaign from Triumph Games, which acquired and transitioned the MMORPG to free-to-play on Immutable, focuses solely on Zarath kills for leaderboard progression. This marks the third themed event of 2026 for the game, which previously migrated from Solana to Immutable and offers opt-in Web3 elements.
Scramble Knights pivots to ‘not quite an MMO, but more than a co-op game’ as it enters beta
Funktronic Labs has shifted the direction of Scramble Knights Online, moving away from its battle royale origins to become a multiplayer adventure RPG that blurs the line between co-op and MMO. The game, which features a chibi aesthetic and Zelda-inspired quests, is currently in beta and aims for an early access release this fall with a buy-to-play model.
Elder Scrolls Online begins testing its solo-friendly revamp of two 2018 DLC dungeons
The Elder Scrolls Online is testing a revamp of two 2018 DLC dungeons, Moon Hunter Keep and March of Sacrifices, for solo play. These redesigned dungeons will be available in the fall as part of update 51 and season 2. ZeniMax Online Studios is encouraging players to test the solo-friendly versions on the Public Test Server.
The Daily Grind: What’s the goofiest player name you’ve seen in an MMO lately?
This article discusses humorous and unusual player names encountered in MMORPGs, using an anecdote from Overwatch as an example. It poses the question to readers about the goofiest player name they have seen recently in the genre.
Ragnarok Online-inspired MMO Torebia is taking requests for its ‘biggest playtest yet’ on August 21
Indie MMORPG Torebia: Island Odyssey, developed by Twin Studios, is preparing for its largest playtest yet, starting Friday, August 21st. The open playtest will stress servers and is accessible by requesting access on Steam. The game draws inspiration from Ragnarok Online, featuring a classless system, a shared world, and open item trading.
Mabinogi’s latest patch focuses on life skills with seasonal activities, new recipes, and new progression
Nexon's MMORPG Mabinogi has received a 'New Life' update focused on enhancing life skills. The update introduces the 'Season Life' system with seasonal activities and progression, alongside new farming mechanics, rare materials, expertise effects, and cooking recipes to deepen player engagement with crafting and gathering.
Wisdom of Nym: The cross(over) to bear in Final Fantasy XIV’s upcoming raids for Evercold
Square Enix has announced two crossover raid series for Final Fantasy XIV's upcoming Evercold patch sequence, sparking mixed reactions. The author discusses the history of crossovers in FFXIV, acknowledging both the potential for disappointment and excitement, while emphasizing the need to wait for the actual implementation before passing final judgment on their execution and narrative impact.
