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Old School EverQuest-styled Hollowed Oath promises a gameplay video this month
The developers of the upcoming MMO Hollowed Oath, inspired by EverQuest, are preparing to release the game's first gameplay video this month. Recent updates have focused on completing player models, overhauling the character creation system, and implementing quest infrastructure.
Neverness to Everness showcases characters, gacha systems, side content, and more in video
Neverness to Everness, a PC and mobile gacha MMO, revealed new gameplay details including city exploration, transportation, housing, dating mechanics, and various side jobs. The broadcast also showcased playable characters, combat systems, gacha banners, character growth mechanics, and endgame content like high-risk commissions and a roguelite mode. Improvements since the last test, a new story chapter, and an upcoming crossover event with Porsche were also confirmed.
Loftia’s closed beta prompts the most insanely wonderfully detailed official guide ever
The MMO Loftia is generating significant excitement with its closed beta, for which the development team has released an exceptionally detailed 17-page guide. This comprehensive document covers various systems, early gameplay experiences, and upcoming features like pets and a study cafe.
Kalski Games Launches Massive 3D Space MMO – Playable Directly in Your Browser
Kalski Games has launched Millions of Billions of Suns, a persistent 3D space MMO designed for browser-based play supporting over 100,000 players. The game offers deep tactical gameplay, fleet command, and logistics without requiring large downloads or high-end hardware, and is currently in Public Beta.
MMO space shooter Star Conflict is shutting down
The MMO space shooter Star Conflict, developed by Star Gem Inc. and Gaijin Network Ltd, will shut down its servers on October 10, 2026. The developers cited increasing infrastructure costs, technical limitations, and a declining player base as reasons for the closure. Registration for new accounts will be disabled on May 14, 2026, and monetization on June 1, 2026.
WoW Hotfixes Roll Out April 17: Latest Balance Changes Live
Blizzard Entertainment released hotfixes for World of Warcraft on April 17, addressing class balance and quest bugs. These regular server-side updates are crucial for maintaining the 20-year-old MMO and are seen by players as a sign of ongoing support and preparation for future content.
EVE Online talks up its upcoming Fanfest event and summarizes the Clash at Atioth
CCP Games is hyping its upcoming EVE Fanfest event, detailing activities like a lava tunnel tour and keynotes. The convention will also feature a 'builder village' showcasing blockchain-based applications within EVE Frontier. Additionally, the developers provided a summary of recent in-game events, including the start of a new inter-corp war at Atioth.
The MOP Up: Trove looks to the stars for its latest contest
This week's MMO roundup includes Trove's "Space Innovation" decoration contest, Marvel Rivals' new season and creative director's vision, and sales milestones for Crimson Desert. Updates and patches were also detailed for The Elder Scrolls Online, Hearthstone, Throne and Liberty, Dark Age of Camelot, Magic Online, MechWarrior Online, and League of Legends.
One Shots: Release the confusing kraken!
This week's 'One Shots' column features community screenshots from various MMOs, including Final Fantasy XIV, Guild Wars 2, Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora, World of Warcraft, and Lord of the Rings Online. Players shared images of in-game bosses, serene landscapes, and nostalgic locations, highlighting the visual diversity and community engagement within these virtual worlds.
Cozy MMO Loftia continues to hype up its April 22 closed beta with a new cinematic trailer
The cozy MMO Loftia, developed by Qloud Games, is hyping its upcoming closed beta on April 22nd with a new cinematic trailer. The trailer features in-engine footage showcasing various locales and sets the tone for the game. Qloud Games is also planning a launch party in Discord on the day the closed beta begins.
Top Five Crypto Games Dominating April 2026
April 2026 sees significant activity in the crypto gaming space, with titles like GAMEE's Gold Fest, Heroes of Mavia's Global Tournament, Onchain Heroes' WORLD's Eve, Pudgy World, and The Sandbox's mobile expansion leading the charge. These games are innovating with live economic loops, diverse gameplay mechanics, and accessible entry points, showcasing the dynamic progress in Web3 gaming.
Yet another World of Warcraft private server taken out as Blizzard cracks down on Classic competitors
Blizzard Entertainment is continuing its crackdown on World of Warcraft private servers, with Stormforge being the latest to announce its closure on May 14 following a cease-and-desist letter. Stormforge offered free access to The Burning Crusade, Wrath of the Lich King, and Mists of Pandaria expansions. This action reduces options for players seeking older versions of the game, pushing them towards official Classic servers or potentially private alternatives.
Hotta’s gacha MMO Neverness to Everness preps for April 29 launch with new gameplay vid
Hotta Studio's gacha MMO Neverness to Everness is set to launch on April 29th. A new gameplay trailer showcases combat and pastoral activities, though a livestream scheduled for April 18th is expected to provide a more detailed look at the game's mechanics.
RuneScape creators asked their mom to help design the MMO's first enemies: "Only much later did they even…
The creators of RuneScape, brothers Andrew and Paul Gower, initially enlisted family members, including their mother, to help design the MMO's first enemies. Former design director Mark Ogilvie shared that early asset creation was a family affair, with even younger siblings contributing. This bedroom project approach prioritized accessibility on low-spec hardware, contributing to the game's eventual popularity.
Shiro’s adorable MMO lite Farever is coming to Steam early access May 6th
Shiro Games announced that its cute MMO-lite game, Farever, will launch into Steam Early Access on May 6th. The online multiplayer action RPG set in Siagarta will feature diverse regions, dungeons, crafting, and four classes at launch, with more content planned during its approximately one-year early access period.
The Division was originally "an MMO with World of Warcraft-style gameplay," devs reveal, and it had hotbars and all before it became a full looter-shooter
Developers revealed that The Division was initially conceived as an MMO with gameplay similar to World of Warcraft, featuring hotbars. This early vision contrasted significantly with the final looter-shooter product, which focused on a different combat loop and setting.
Windrose Steam Numbers Show People Want Pirate Games As Black Flag Rumors Swirl
The pirate sandbox MMO Windrose has surpassed 100,000 concurrent players on Steam shortly after its early access launch, indicating a strong demand for pirate-themed games. Developer Kraken Express cited Ubisoft's Assassin's Creed: Black Flag as an inspiration, with rumors of a remake, Assassin's Creed: Black Flag Resynced, further fueling interest in the genre.
Some takes don't age: Back in 2009, a creative director warned about the risks of 'obsessively self-referencing' existing hit games
In a 2009 interview, Paul Barnett, then creative director of Warhammer Online, criticized the industry's tendency towards 'design memes' and 'obsessive self-referencing,' warning that replicating successful formulas stifles innovation and funding for new ideas. He also discussed the distinction between games as art, design, and business, emphasizing the importance of the business aspect for long-term studio sustainability.
Heartlands | Online MMO - Free Online Browser Based HTML5 Game
Heartlands is a free-to-play online browser-based sandbox MMO where players can create and share custom blocks, items, skins, sounds, and NPCs. The game features a built-in pixel editor for designing game assets and allows instant integration into a shared world for other players to use.
Temtem Pioneers lobs a detailed combat dev blog at hungry Kickstarter backers
Crema Games has released a detailed combat dev blog for Temtem Pioneers, highlighting direct player control and RPG mechanics inspired by the original Temtem. The update comes as the game's Kickstarter campaign has surpassed $266,000. The article also touches on the controversial history of the Temtem franchise and Crema Games' previous projects.