This week on the podcast, Justin, Bree, and Eliot dive into the intense chaos surrounding the Battle for Azeroth expansion. The discussion covers everything from the ongoing skirmishes to the broader implications of the war, capturing the exhaustion that comes with it all.
Beyond World of Warcraft, the hosts explore recent developments in Fallout 76, including the decision to exclude crossplay...
Here’s the latest update from the MMO and related gaming sectors, packed with some notable industry developments.
At Xbox, Matt Booty, the company’s Chief Creative Officer, has assured that no layoffs are planned in the near term. He emphasized his commitment to backing existing teams and leadership, stating that no structural changes are currently being made within Xbox studios....
MMO Industry Highlights
The MMO landscape this week was dominated by financial revelations and major updates from key industry players.
Several leading companies unveiled their quarterly and annual financial results, highlighting significant trends.
Blizzard Entertainment celebrated another record-breaking quarter, underscoring its continued market strength.
Square Enix reported a notable...
Legal investigations have been initiated against Bae Jae-hyu, a former vice president of NCSoft and the lead producer of Blade & Soul, due to suspected insider trading activities. The probe was triggered last summer when a substantial number of shares—approximately 200,000—were short-sold, causing a notable decline in NCSoft's stock prices. Speculation at the time centered...
2018 MMO Outlook
As 2017 wraps up and the momentum for 2018 continues to build, the Massive Overthinking crew has gathered once more to share their daring and playful forecasts for the upcoming year. Reflecting on our previous predictions, which proved to be quite accurate, we’re feeling confident about what’s on the horizon for the MMO landscape. So, what trends and surprises...
A simple poke takes on a sinister twist when infused with dark demonic energy, transforming into a powerful new attack. This ominous move will debut in Blade & Soul NEO on Tuesday, January 20th, alongside the latest content update.
The update introduces the Dark Lancer, the game's first original class designed by NCSoft. Armed with a colossal spear and wielding potent dark energies, this...
Halloween Virtual Celebrations
Forget about snatching candy from the bucket meant for neighborhood kids or agonizing over whether to dress as Princess Leia or a lazy zombie. This Halloween, dive into the vibrant world of MMORPGs where the festivities stretch far beyond a single night. Some game developers might even forget to end the seasonal event, allowing players to roam with glowing...
Unfortunately, Japanese players of NCSoft's popular MMORPG Blade & Soul face some difficult news as the game’s Japanese servers are set to close this coming March. Both the main Blade & Soul server and the Blade & Soul NEO server will cease operations in Japan, marking the end of an era for local fans.
The developers cited challenges in maintaining a stable and high-quality...
Celebrating a decade of Blade & Soul, NCSoft kicked off its 10th anniversary festivities with an energetic livestream that reflected on the game's journey over the past ten years. Developers and players alike shared their memories and hopes for the future during the event.
Looking ahead to January, players can anticipate exciting updates to enhance their gameplay experience. On January...
This week’s episode kicks off with Justin and Bree diving into the latest updates from Guild Wars 2, highlighting some major announcements and community news. They also take a moment to celebrate the impressive milestone reached by Final Fantasy XIV, marking its continued success in the MMO world.
The hosts then turn their attention to the intriguing universe of Dual Universe, sharing...