What new MMORPGs were released in 2017 or at least started a beta? We present these online role-playing games to you.
This list makes no claim to completeness and also covers games that are already fully playable, even though they have not yet received an official release.
Revelation Online (PC)
- Release: Open Beta starting from 06.03.2017 – now released
- Features: Quests, group content, story
- Model: Free2Play
Revelation Online aims to tell an exciting story through cutscenes, taking a somewhat different approach than regular MMOs. An important gameplay aspect is also flying, which allows you to reach otherwise inaccessible places.
Generally, you can expect classic fare. You fight with friends against legions of monsters, complete many quests, and improve your hero.
Revelation Online Test: Like Grandma’s Apple Pie – New F2P MMORPG
Albion Online (PC)
- Release: July 17, 2017 – now released
- Features: Sandbox, PvP, crafting, trading
- Model: Buy2Play, from approx. €25
With Albion Online, the German development team Sandbox Interactive aims to revive the times of Ultima Online. PvP plays a major role as you fight with your guilds for territories. However, PvE fans will also get their money’s worth. There is much to explore, and a dark force threatens the land of Albion. You must fight for your people’s freedom. You explore huge dungeons and also gather resources, as crafting is important.
You decide how you want to spend your life in the land of Albion. Do you want to supply other players with goods, or do you dare to enter the PvP areas to fight for control of territories? Will you complete quests and uncover the mystery of the mysterious land? It’s entirely up to you how you play Albion Online.
Citadel: Forged with Fire (PC)
- Release: Early Access/Beta since July 27, 2017
- Features: Survival, own servers, PvP
- Model: Buy2Play
Citadel: Forged with Fire puts you in the role of an apprentice wizard. You awaken in a large world full of dangers and must first try to survive. To do this, you gather resources and craft items like armor and weapons using recipes. Over time, you learn new spells that help you explore the world and defeat monsters.
You can build your own structures like fortresses and not only compete against other players in PvP battles but also besiege their castles.
Citadel: Forged with Fire played – Is the “Harry Potter MMO” worth it?
Kritika Online (PC)
- Release: September 28, 2017 on Steam
- Features: Anime, boss fights, action combat system
- Model: Free2Play
Kritika Online is an MMO for those who prefer only action and cool boss fights in their online games. From a lobby, you immediately start in action-packed battles against hordes of monsters and tough bosses. Thanks to the colorful anime graphics in cel-shading style and the sexy designs, Kritika Online also offers something for the eyes.
Mu Legend (PC)
- Release: Open Beta started on November 7, 2017
- Features: Action MMORPG, isometric view
- Model: Free2Play
MU Legend combines MMO with hack and slash and offers players both PvE and PvP content. Whether alone or in a group, the MMO features set MU Legend apart as an action RPG. The game, often referred to as “Diablo MMO”, has been in a worldwide playable open beta since November 7.
MU Legend Guide for Beginners – What you should pay attention to
In dungeons, you can prove your skills alone or with a group. Those who consider their character to be strong can adjust the difficulty at the beginning of a dungeon, thereby increasing their chances of rare items.
Lineage 2 Revolution (Android, iOS)
- Release: November 15, 2017
- Features: Mobile MMORPG, manager
- Model: Free2Play
Lineage 2 Revolution was released on November 15, 2017, in Europe and North America for iOS and Android. The title is a fully-fledged MMO that builds on the large Lineage franchise and heralded the era of AAA Mobile MMORPGs. Gone are the days when mobile games were pixelated monstrosities; Lineage 2 Revolution looks good thanks to Unreal Engine 4. L2R has achieved dizzying sales in Korea and is now also taking top chart positions in the West.
However, Lineage 2 Revolution has another feature that is sure not to be received favorably by all players but is undeniably useful: auto-play. You can watch your hero grind. While it may sound boring, it is more fun than one initially wants to admit: Lineage 2 Revolution is the most relaxing grind of all time!
Worlds Adrift (PC)
- Release: Beta 2017, release 2018
- Features: Sandbox, crafting
- Model: Buy2Play
The world of the MMORPG Worlds Adrift consists of floating islands where important resources can be found. Not every island offers every resource, which is why you need to find ways to travel from island to island. For this, you can build airships, for example. On the islands, you will find plenty of dangers and challenges.
Moreover, other players are also trying to access the resources and treasures of the islands, so you can also expect PvP battles.
Worlds Adrift: Beta Impression – Flying Hipsters in the Sandbox
Note: The article was originally published in January 2017, and we split it in January 2018. In this article, you will find all the interesting MMORPGs that were released in 2017 or at least started in a beta. Upcoming MMORPGs in 2018 can be found here:
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