From May 3 to May 9, the focus was mainly on WoW Classic and the new MMORPG Elyon. We at MeinMMO summarize all the important news of the week for you.
The highlights of the week: This week, Elyon launched its first closed beta in the West. And this launch was bumpy:
- On May 6, it was supposed to start at 14:00. However, the first players only got onto the servers at the earliest at 17:00. There were also problems going into May 7.
- The first reactions to the new MMORPG from Korea are mixed. The combat system and character progression are praised, while there is criticism for quests and the overall feeling that Elyon is too “generic”.
Besides Elyon, WoW Classic was in focus. There, it was revealed that the release of Burning Crusade takes place on June 2 at 00:00 for us.
The controversy of the week: This also revolves around WoW Classic. Here, a Deluxe Edition and character copy were introduced. Both cost real money, but the prices are just too high for many.
The discussion of the week: This year, according to the developers, 10 new MMORPGs are expected to be released. We created a survey where you can vote on which one you are most looking forward to: Which new MMORPGs are you most looking forward to in 2021?
WoW bans Multi-Boxing, DC Universe becomes better for Free2Play players
This week in the major MMORPGs:
- In WoW, multi-boxing has been further restricted. This applies to all versions of the game.
- In ESO, there was a presentation of the new companions (via ESO). There was also a strong discussion about the topic of tanks in ESO on reddit .
- In Guild Wars 2, there was new info on the upcoming balance patch (via Guildnews). We also compiled tips to prepare for the upcoming expansion.
- On May 4, a small update with new events and balance adjustments was released in Black Desert (via BDO). The developers also pointed out again that account transfers end on May 31. Anyone who has not transferred their account by then will lose it forever.
- In FFXIV, players are waiting for the fan fest in May. We at MeinMMO have created a small guide to hairstyles in the game.
This happened in the smaller MMORPGs:
- DC Universe Online unlocks more content for Free2Play players.
- Blade & Soul shared new info on what the upcoming engine update in Q3 will look like.
- Bless Unleashed released a new update for the console version. It includes 2 world bosses, a new story campaign, and adjustments to enchantments (via Bless Unleashed).
- Albion Online updated the hellgates and balance with a new update (via Albion Online).
- A Tale in the Desert is an MMORPG without combat. On May 28, there will be a complete wipe and players will start over (via Desert-Nomad).
Kakao Games brings us 4 new MMOs
This happened in the MMORPGs in development:
- The publisher Kakao Games has announced 4 new MMOs for the West in 2021, including Odin: Valhalla Rising and of course Elyon.
- At Corepunk, the developers have started a discussion about PvE servers.
- With Broken Ranks, a new dark old-school MMORPG has been announced.
- The VR MMORPG Zenith has adjusted its plans for the alpha and is now starting the second alpha in June (via MassivelyOP).
These were the news this week from the world of MMORPGs at a glance. What was your personal highlight? Did you experience something exciting this week? Or did we forget something important? Let us know in the comments.
