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Lord of the Rings Online subscription rate hikes set to finally hit next month
Standing Stone Games will increase the subscription rates for Lord of the Rings Online's multi-month plans starting October 14th. The three-month sub will rise to $14, the six-month to $13, and the 12-month to $12, while the one-month price remains $15. Players can lock in current rates through December 31st, 2027, by subscribing before October 13th.
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The Weather Channel has increased its streaming subscription prices by up to $20. This change was reported by Ars Technica.
LOTRO delays subscription price hike while DDO tests expansion quests and level cap increase
Standing Stone Games has delayed the planned price increase for Lord of the Rings Online's multi-month subscription packages by at least a month to allow for additional testing and to accommodate other game launches. Meanwhile, the sister MMO Dungeons and Dragons Online has begun testing its new Terror of Demogorgon expansion, which includes five quests and a level cap increase.
You might be paying more for YouTube Premium if you subscribed through Apple
YouTube Premium subscribers who signed up through Apple may face increased pricing due to the 'Apple tax'. This change affects users who subscribed via Apple's App Store, potentially leading to higher monthly costs compared to other subscription methods.
LOTRO Legendarium: Appendix A, on Hobbits and subscription price increases
Standing Stone Games has increased the prices for multi-month subscriptions for Lord of the Rings Online, marking the first hike since the game's 2007 launch. While the one-month subscription remains unchanged, longer-term plans now offer significantly reduced savings compared to the monthly rate. This change, attributed partly to inflation and potential pressure from parent companies Daybreak Games and EG7, has caused community concern, though players with existing multi-month subscriptions can lock in old prices until the end of 2027.
Sony increasing the price of PlayStation Plus for new customers
Sony is increasing the price of PlayStation Plus for new subscribers in regions including the UK, Europe, and the United States, effective May 20, 2026. The company cited ongoing market conditions for the price adjustment, which will see 1-month subscriptions start at $10.99 USD / €9.99 EUR / £7.99 GBP. This change does not affect current subscribers unless their subscription lapses or changes.
World of Warcraft is getting a sub price increase in several countries, and it couldn't come at a worse time
Blizzard Entertainment is increasing subscription prices for World of Warcraft in the UK, Kazakhstan, Georgia, and Turkey starting June 22, 2026. This announcement comes amidst significant bugs in the game's latest patch, including the temporary disabling of player housing in The Americas and Oceania. The price hikes vary by region, with some players facing increases of up to 40%.
YouTube Premium’s US pricing is going up
YouTube Premium is increasing its subscription prices in the US, with individual plans rising by $2 to $16 per month and family plans increasing by $4 to $27 per month. These changes, which will take effect in June 2026, also affect the Lite and Music Premium tiers. This follows similar price hikes from Spotify and Netflix.
RuneScape Subscription Now Costs As Much As World of Warcraft
Jagex has increased the monthly subscription price for RuneScape, bringing it to the same cost as World of Warcraft. This is the second price hike in less than two years, a move that has frustrated long-time players who valued RuneScape as a more budget-friendly alternative. The article discusses the business reasons behind the increase and its potential impact on player retention and competition within the MMORPG market.
My Old School Runescape membership now costs more than World of Warcraft's, and I wonder when the price hikes will end
The author expresses concern over the rising membership costs for Old School RuneScape, noting that its monthly price now exceeds that of World of Warcraft. This price increase prompts reflection on the trend of escalating subscription fees in online games.
MMO raises subscription prices less than 2 months after ditching microtransactions, causing a RuneScape fan revolt: "Way to show appreciation to your loyal players"
Jagex has increased the subscription prices for the MMO RuneScape less than two months after removing its microtransactions. Current subscribers will see monthly fees rise from $13.99 to $14.99, and yearly subscriptions increase significantly. This decision has led to backlash from the player base, who feel it is a poor way to show appreciation for their loyalty.
RuneScape's monthly membership now costs as much as a World of Warcraft subscription as Jagex announces its second…
RuneScape developer Jagex has announced a second price increase for its monthly membership, raising it from $13.99 to $14.99 per month and annual memberships from $99.48 to $131.88 per year. This change makes RuneScape's monthly subscription cost on par with World of Warcraft's in the US, and more expensive in some European regions. Jagex claims the increase will support an ambitious development roadmap, though players have expressed significant dissatisfaction with the perceived decrease in value.
RuneScape subscription prices go up again — and players aren’t happy
Jagex has increased the subscription prices for RuneScape for the second time in less than a year, with monthly and 12-month memberships seeing price hikes. This change has led to player dissatisfaction, particularly regarding grandfathered subscription rates. Jagex defended the decision by emphasizing a transparent, subscription-focused approach to game development and support.