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"What makes an MMO truly special": Hundreds of Old School RuneScape players have become monks and started a holy war after a pilgrimage got out of control
Hundreds of Old School RuneScape players organized a "holy pilgrimage" in the game's PvP-enabled Wilderness zone, leading to an in-game "holy war" between followers of the gods Saradomin and Zamorak. This player-driven event, which involved players dressing as monks and engaging in factional conflict, highlights the unique community dynamics within MMOs.
A religious war is raging right now, as people are dressing in robes and rushing into danger in Old School RuneScape
Players in Old School RuneScape are organizing large-scale, in-game religious wars, primarily following factions of Saradomin and Zamorak. These community-driven events involve players donning robes and engaging in battles within the Wilderness and other PvP zones, mirroring the game's lore without offering in-game rewards.
Gears of War's creator is considering returning to game development, but whatever he makes won't be PvP like his last efforts: "Good look to anyone in that space."
Gears of War creator Cliff Bleszinski is considering a return to full-time game development after an eight-year hiatus. Following struggles with alcoholism and sobriety, Bleszinski rediscovered his passion for creating games, though he now prefers Player vs Environment experiences over Player vs Player titles. He has already consulted on a horror game called Soul Walker and is contemplating a larger comeback.
Albion Online celebrates its ninth birthday with cake and also statues of gods to murder
Albion Online is celebrating its ninth anniversary with the return of its Living Legacy event. This in-game event features statues of legendary champions that players can fight for rare rewards, including a special horse and vanity items. The game, which launched on July 17, 2017, has expanded to PC, Steam, mobile, and console platforms, solidifying its position as a top PvP MMORPG.
Guild Wars 2 kicks off PvP Rush event, won’t host a PAX West community event this year
ArenaNet is hosting the seventh Guild Wars 2 PvP Rush event, offering players limited-time achievements and rewards for participating in Player versus Player content. The studio also announced it will not host a community event at PAX West this year, citing development on Guild Wars 3 and the upcoming September expansion for Guild Wars 2: End of Dragons.
Arc Raiders update brings one of the "most requested matchmaking features" that lets you switch between "friendly questing" in solo "to adrenaline-fueled PvP Trio games" with ease
Embark Studios has released an update for Arc Raiders that introduces a highly requested matchmaking feature. This update allows the game to track playstyles separately for solo, duo, and trio rounds, providing tailored matchmaking experiences for players who switch between friendly questing and adrenaline-fueled PvP games. The update also includes bug fixes, increased loot value from ARC Turbines, and ongoing anti-cheat efforts.
Camelot Unchained ends spawn camping, balances classes, and applies quality-of-life updates
Camelot Unchained has released a patch addressing spawn camping by implementing safe zones around portals. The update also includes balance adjustments for party buffs, veil abilities, and fighter/performer classes. Additionally, quality-of-life improvements such as a quest log, ambient audio, removal of character collision in towns, and bug fixes have been applied.
The MOP Up: Guild Wars 2 gears up for its PvP Rush event
Guild Wars 2 is launching its PvP Rush event on July 7th, offering boosted rewards and intense competition. The article also rounds up other smaller MMO news, including a fishing update for Outbound, Godot Engine's stance on AI, a Diablo IV Warlock trial, hotfixes for Dune: Awakening, new items in AdventureQuest 3D, a Standing Stone Games meetup at Gen Con, server adjustments in RIFT, and a reversed decision regarding XP boosters in Battlefield 6.
Rust gets even more cutthroat by adding its own version of apartment rentals
Facepunch Studios has introduced apartment rentals as a new feature in Rust, allowing players to rent rooms with various perks. The update also includes player-run shops within the apartment complex, and maintains the game's cutthroat PvP elements with eviction policies and a master key for burglary. Additionally, changes to softcore mode, a new clan system, and improved animations are part of the latest update.
Lord of the Rings Online plans a big expansion reveal at this month’s Gen Con
Standing Stone Games has outlined the next two quarters for Lord of the Rings Online, with Update 49 focusing on PvP enhancements, a new class, and quality-of-life improvements. The studio will reveal the name, setting, and details of the major expansion planned for the fourth quarter at Gen Con on July 31st.
Rage Bait Opponents In New Tower Rush Social Update, Now It’s Personal!
Solar Forge Games announced the 'Now it's Personal' update for their PvP tower defense game, Tower Rush. This update introduces Emotes for player expression, monthly Battle Skins for cosmetic customization, and Competitive Leagues for seasoned players to climb ranked ladders. The update aims to enhance sociability and provide new ways for players to style their in-game presence and progress.
Lord of the Rings Online tests its new PvP class and Delving of Frór open dungeon
Lord of the Rings Online's Update 49 is currently being tested on the Bullroarer server, introducing the new Angmarim Sorceress PvP class and reopening the Delving of Frór PvP dungeon with adjusted bosses and quests. The update also aims to improve relic capture, artifact capture, and player-earned infamy systems, with new equipment designed for Ettenmoors combat. Separately, Update 48.7 unlocks the third tier of the Pagru-kirít, the Garden of Corpses instance.
The Last of Us Part 2 Multiplayer Lives On as PvP Mod Due Out Later This Year
Although Naughty Dog canceled its official multiplayer project for The Last of Us Part 2, a new player-versus-player mod is expected to be released for PC later this year. This mod aims to fill the void left by the canceled Factions mode.
Guild Wars 3 isn't the only new Guild Wars on the way: ArenaNet just announced a Guild Wars card game
ArenaNet, alongside its parent company NC and with involvement from bilibili, has announced Mistbound, an official Guild Wars card game. This new title expands the franchise into the collectible card game genre, featuring a dynamic tactical grid where cards can reposition. Studio head Colin Johanson stated the game aims to offer a new way for fans to play together, inspired by the franchise's card game roots and the world of Tyria.
Does Stolen Fruit Count Towards Guild KG in Grow a Garden 2?
In Grow a Garden 2, stolen fruit does not count towards the weekly Guild KG competition; only crops grown by the player contribute. The article details how to grow large crops using sprinklers and explains the rewards for guild rankings, including the rare Ice Serpent pet. It also touches on guild mechanics and player-versus-player interactions like stealing.
The Division 2 brings PvP updates and PvE dark zones in its latest season
The Division 2's Year 8 Season 2 update introduces significant changes to its Dark Zones, including rotating variants like 'classic' PvPvE, 'balanced' with disabled stat benefits, and 'toxic' purely cooperative PvE for up to 12 players. The update also brings other PvP enhancements, new gear, a season pass, and global modifiers.
Old School RuneScape overhauls Trouver Parchment system in June 17th patch notes
Old School RuneScape has updated its Trouver Parchment system to change how untradeable items are handled upon death in the Wilderness. The rework categorizes untradeables into tiers, with higher-tier items now retaining their parchment permanently after a repair fee, rather than consuming it on each death.
All About The Grow A Garden 2 Stealing Mechanic
This guide details the stealing mechanic in Grow A Garden 2, explaining how players can steal crops from others during nighttime and how to defend their own gardens. Unlike the original, the sequel allows all players to engage in thievery without requiring Robux, though it introduces risks like being chased by other players or their hired gnomes.
Grow a Garden 2 Mushrooms Guide – Understanding What They Do!
This guide for Grow a Garden 2 details the various mushrooms available for purchase, their effects, and strategic uses, particularly during the PvP-enabled night cycle. Mushrooms offer temporary buffs like increased jump height, movement speed, invisibility, and size changes, aiding players in stealing crops or evading capture.
What Do Gnomes Do in Grow a Garden 2
In Grow a Garden 2, Gnomes are an Epic rarity item that can be purchased for 50,000 C$ and deployed to attack and steal from thieves who visit your garden at night. This mechanic is crucial for protecting your crops when you are not on your plot, as other players can raid your garden. Gnomes are considered a worthwhile investment for their preventative and retaliatory capabilities against other players.
