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...
Battle Bards, the biweekly podcast co-hosted by MOP's Justin and bloggers Steff and Syl, dedicates its 142nd episode to the evocative sounds of sunrise and sunset in MMOs. The show alternates between deep dives into single game soundtracks and themed explorations, and this installment falls into the latter category. Listeners can find the episode on major podcast platforms including iTunes,...
A perfect Black Friday for gamers means cozying up with MMOs instead of travel
Steam and game shops are overflowing with holiday discounts for virtual worlds
From Aion to Diablo, here’s where to find the best online gaming bargains
Aion offers daily lockbox specials and transformation bundles on sale
Albion Online's Steam bundles are discounted by a third this weekend
Aquire bonus...
After a long wait, Camelot Unchained’s first beta is finally approaching! Although the beta won’t kick off until July 4th, the development team is hard at work preparing for it. So, while we count down the days, maybe it’s time for a game of Scrabble to pass the hours?
In other news, H1Z1 has officially launched—well, sort of. The details are a bit hazy, but we’ll...
Community Polls and Insights
Over the past several years, we have consistently celebrated our "daily grind" theme through weekly leaderboard polls. These polls have become a favorite part of our content, offering a fun way to gather both qualitative insights and quantitative data through tallies, bar graphs, and votes. Unlike our typical articles, these polls provide a unique "numbers-driven"...
Cost-Effective MMO Insights
About a year ago, I compiled a list of the top free-to-play MMORPGs available. Unsurprisingly, that list sparked quite a debate among players and critics alike. The reason is simple: many titles on that list are outstanding, even extraordinary games, yet they may not align with each individual's personal standards or preferences. When evaluating MMOs, it's important...
Funcom, the developer behind Dune Awakening, has recently shared a comprehensive roadmap outlining upcoming enhancements and overarching plans for the MMO. The announcement opens with a candid apology acknowledging past communication shortcomings, attributing the issues partly to developers being on mandated vacations—an unavoidable aspect of their Norwegian work policies.
This...
Game Overview and Endgame Challenges
Dune: Awakening stands out as a survival MMO that manages to excel in multiple aspects, offering a compelling gameplay experience. While primarily crafted as a multiplayer title, it surprisingly accommodates solo players, who can enjoy their initial hundred hours exploring the vast desert landscapes. These early stages are marked by a sense of challenge and...
Imagine a moment of pure joy: diving into detailed financial reports of your favorite gaming studios, unraveling their fiscal health with excitement. Now, enhance that thrill by tuning into a lively discussion hosted by Bree and Justin, who don their geekiest glasses to analyze the latest industry insights.
Welcome to the latest episode of the Massively OP Podcast, a lively hour packed with...
Gaming communities often seek fresh adventures together.
A collective known as the MMO Book Club facilitates this,
guiding large groups through various online worlds by popular vote.
Their journey has spanned over a dozen titles,
fostering camaraderie among a growing membership.
Now, they've introduced a novel reward system: complimentary lootboxes.
These are not microtransactions;
the prizes...
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