While it’s hard to pinpoint the exact turning point, World of Warcraft, once the standard-bearer of MMORPGs, has undergone significant changes that have alienated many of its longtime fans, leaving them adrift in a world they barely recognize. Renowned for its epic battles and gameplay, the game once captivated millions with its raw conflicts between…
This year quietly commemorates a decade since the inception of Pantheon: Rise of the Fallen, an anniversary that its developer, Visionary Realms, seems reluctant to celebrate publicly. With over $5.34 million invested in its development, excluding crowdfunding contributions, what does the game have to show? After ten years of anticipation and significant financial backing, Pantheon…
After a turbulent history and a long period offline, the fantasy MMORPG Alganon seems to be making a comeback. Alganon, originally launched in December 2009, faced significant challenges right from its inception, earning notoriety for its similarities to Blizzard’s World of Warcraft, both in aesthetics and gameplay mechanics. Developed by Quest Online and initially led…
In an exposé posted last, YouTuber Nuion scrutinized the game “The Quinfall,” revealing a heavy reliance on purchased assets and pre-fabricated models, raising concerns about the game’s originality and potential as a pre-order scam. The video was mostly largely unnoticed in the MMO community until popular streamer and YouTuber Asmongold reacted to it earlier this…
As we venture into 2024, the landscape of Massively Multiplayer Online (MMO) games continues to evolve and excite. This year is shaping up to be a landmark for the genre, featuring a blend of eagerly awaited titles and innovative newcomers. Let’s dive deeper into what the MMO world has in store. Blue Protocol Developed by…
In a recent live stream, Ashes of Creation, the highly anticipated MMORPG, presented an in-depth look at the Ranger archetype, revealing a range of new abilities and combat mechanics. The stream, led by Steven Sharif and key developers, offered a comprehensive view of the Ranger’s skills, ranging from basic attacks to complex ability synergies. Highlights…
Is playing MMOs with a controller right up your alley? Or are you simply wondering which PC MMORPGs are playable with a gamepad? We kick off the list with a bunch of games that offer native controller support and finish with a few titles that don’t but still work. Final Fantasy XIV and Final Fantasy…
A few years ago, Singularity 6, an LA-based studio consisting of ex-Riot, Blizzard, and Epic Games veterans, announced their debut game, Palia. Nothing out of the ordinary here, except for the nature of the game: a wholesome peaceful community-focused MMO. Palia lacks the traditional PvE and PvP gameplay. Needless to say, it piqued the curiosity…
Real-time strategy, now that’s a genre that doesn’t get the MMO treatment too often. Apart from a few titles, the MMORTS selection is, to say the least, lacking. The good people at NCSoft have decided to tap into this corner of the massively multiplayer universe. Among the several MMO games in-development at the Korean studio,…
Over the past few months, the conversation around the world of classic World of Warcraft (WoW) has predominantly centered around the burgeoning hardcore scene. A surge of players have explored this hardcore world, drawn to the distinctive appeal it offers. However, even as official servers have been confirmed for release later this summer, there remain…
Following the announcement from Bandai Namco Online and Bandai Namco Studios, the highly anticipated Anime Multiplayer Online Action RPG, Blue Protocol, is set for its initial release in Japan on June 14 on PC, Playstation 5 and Xbox X/S. This date marks the first time players will have the opportunity to immerse themselves in the…
In the world of massively multiplayer online games (MMOs), a new title is garnering attention and stirring up excitement in the gaming community. Developed by Mainframe Industries, Pax Dei promises to transport players to a vast, social sandbox MMO inspired by the legends of the medieval era where myths are real, ghosts exist, and magic…
