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Blizzard promises to make the blue elves in World of Warcraft: Forever look worse (positive)
Blizzard Entertainment has announced plans to visually update the new "Skyborne" race in World of Warcraft: Forever, responding to player feedback that their appearance was too modern compared to the game's classic aesthetic. The developer will implement a "retro makeover" to better match the game's original style, with updates for both "HD" and "SD" model settings.
DC Universe Online continues its Children of Krypton story with Wrath of the Worldkillers
DC Universe Online has released the Wrath of the Worldkillers update, which continues the Children of Krypton story arc. This update introduces a new open-world map called Titans Bay, new missions featuring characters like Supergirl and the Titans, a new duo mission defending Titans Tower, a new raid called Project Overload, and two new flashback instances.
We tried to earn as much gold in WoW: Forever as we could in 2 hours—which involved a mugging, slander, and at…
PC Gamer writers Harvey Randall, Fraser Brown, and Joshua Wolens attempted to earn as much gold as possible in World of Warcraft: Forever within a two-hour time limit. Harvey Randall, playing as 'The Orc of Wisdom,' successfully used roleplaying and wisdom-sharing to earn the most gold, while Fraser Brown struggled significantly, resorting to animal noises and skinning critters with minimal success. Joshua Wolens leveraged his status as a games journalist to solicit donations, achieving a moderate amount of gold.
Lord of the Rings Online welcomes back the Halloweeny Harvestmath festival
The Halloween-themed Harvestmath festival has returned to Lord of the Rings Online and will run until November 2nd. Update 49.7 also includes 160 level-up packages for Wolves of Mordor pre-orders and adjustments to the new neighbor system.
My favourite thing about Aion 2? The freedom to make a freaky lil' guy in a world of beautiful people
Aion 2's character creator is highlighted as a standout feature, allowing for extensive customization that enables players to create unique and even unconventional characters. This freedom in character design is praised as a significant positive aspect of the game, contributing to player enjoyment beyond its core MMO gameplay elements.
Aion 2's Character Creator Is Going Viral for Its Bust Size Options, or Lack Thereof
The free-to-play MMO action RPG Aion 2 is gaining attention online due to its character creator options, specifically the limited ability to adjust the bust size for female characters. This has sparked discussion among players.
RuneScape devs apologize for plan to reset and divide the MMO: "We have made you, as existing players, feel like…
Jagex has apologized and is reconsidering its "RuneScape Reignited" plan, which proposed splitting the MMO into new worlds with fresh economies, after significant player backlash. Existing players felt neglected, fearing their progress and accomplishments would be devalued. The developer is now exploring revisions to better integrate veteran players and address concerns about community fragmentation and monetization.
After a year’s worth of work, the Borderlands Online MMO from China is playable and in English
A fan modder has successfully made the Chinese Borderlands Online MMO playable and translated into English, a year after beginning the project. While still in a playtest phase with expected bugs and server issues, the game has seen over 3,500 players. This effort is being hailed as a win for game preservation, though the modder stated they would comply with any cease-and-desist orders from Gearbox or Take-Two Interactive.
The Elder Scrolls Online is prioritizing combat less and content that has you "looking in every nook and cranny" Morrowind-style more, say the MMO's leads
The Elder Scrolls Online is shifting its focus from combat-heavy content to exploration-driven experiences, reminiscent of Morrowind. Developers are introducing new systems like seasons and the Nowhere Vault to encourage players to "look in every nook and cranny" and uncover secrets, aiming to engage a broader player base.
World of Warcraft Forever's hard level cap means I might actually play it
The author, who has never played World of Warcraft, expresses interest in the upcoming World of Warcraft Forever due to its hard level cap and focus on horizontal progression. This approach, which emphasizes rounding out proficiencies rather than constant level grinding, is seen as a respectful use of player time and a potential draw for new players.
Jagex’s RS4 MMO Is Years Away as Gielinor Expansion Takes Shape
Jagex has revealed details about its upcoming MMO, codenamed RS4, which is being developed in Unreal Engine and is at least several years away from release. The game will be set in the Sixth Age of Gielinor, starting in the Ashenfall region, and will exist alongside the current RuneScape and Old School RuneScape titles, with each game maintaining its own development team and investment.
Hollowed Oath talks controller support, Oathline skill trees, and its Rattlewarren zone
Hollowed Oath has released its 28th patch, introducing the customizable Oathbound skill trees and making the Rattlewarren zone functional for testers. The update also includes rebalanced leveling, improved quest guidance, and near-production-ready controller support.
RuneFest 2026 Reveals Huge RuneScape Future | Invision Game Community
RuneFest 2026 revealed significant future plans for the RuneScape franchise, including a new RuneScape MMO in development with Unreal Engine, an animated adaptation partnership with Charlie White and Lyrical Media, and major updates for RuneScape, Old School RuneScape, and RuneScape: Dragonwilds. Key announcements include RuneScape Reignited launching in December, new story arcs for 2027, an end-game raid for Old School RuneScape, Hardcore Worlds, and the Blood Crystal Saga for Dragonwilds, alongside official modding support.
The Borderlands MMO is officially saved and playable in English, 11 years after its shutdown and 17 months after…
A fan-led effort has successfully revived Borderlands Online, a Chinese-exclusive MMO that shut down 11 years ago. Modder EpicNNG and the community have worked for 17 months to translate the game into English, adapt its UI, and make it playable online and offline. The project, known as BLOL, is not monetized and is currently in playtesting, with over 1,000 accounts created in its first four hours.
RuneScape Reignited Lets New and Veteran Players Start Together
Jagex is launching RuneScape Reignited on December 2 as a permanent character type with its own distinct economy and hiscores. This new option allows both new and returning players to experience RuneScape from a fresh start without affecting existing accounts. Reignited characters will have free access to members' content for the first 10 days.
RuneScape 4 is a new Unreal Engine MMO which reportedly grew out of a planned Dragonwilds expansion, though it's still a long way off
Jagex has announced RuneScape 4, a new MMO being developed in Unreal Engine, which reportedly evolved from a planned expansion for RuneScape: Dragonwilds. The game will be set in the Sixth Age of Gielinor, starting in the Ashenfall region, and is designed to coexist with existing RuneScape titles. Jagex also revealed RuneScape Reignited, a new permanent character type, launching December 2nd.
Games Inbox: Is 2026 really the best year ever for video games?
Readers discuss whether 2026 could be the best year for video games, citing potential releases like Grand Theft Auto 6 and Ace Combat 8. Concerns are raised about the future cost of consoles from Sony and Microsoft, while PC gamers seek exclusive indie recommendations. The discussion also touches on potential DLC characters for Street Fighter 6 and the desire for remakes of classic titles like Final Fight and Cannon Fodder.
The MOP Up: Dune Awakening nets one million new players from its console launch
Funcom reported that Dune Awakening has attracted over one million new players following its console launch, with the game currently on sale on Steam. The article also rounds up other smaller MMO news, including updates for Valheim, Lord of the Rings Online, Star Wars: The Old Republic, Warhammer 40K: Darktide, and Satisfactory, alongside a cease-and-desist for a Tera Classic rogue server and new Warcraft action figures.
One Shots: Posing against a flower explosion
This week's One Shots feature showcases community screenshots from various MMOs, including Sword of Justice, Final Fantasy XIV's Aloalo Island, and Guild Wars 2's Janthir Wilds and underground zones. Players are encouraged to submit their own high-resolution screenshots for a chance to be featured.
RuneScape Reignited launches 2 December
Jagex is launching RuneScape Reignited on December 2nd, offering a fresh start with a new permanent character type, an updated economy, and no paid progression. This initiative aims to provide a clean slate for new and returning players to experience the game's 25-year history. The company also revealed a new RuneScape MMO built in Unreal Engine and a partnership for an animated adaptation.
