In the week of June 28 to July 4, 2021, there were many updates about the upcoming MMORPG Sword of Legends Online. But also the good old SWTOR will soon receive a new expansion and there was also a lot of new information in ESO, New World, and WoW. As always, find the most important MMORPG news of the week here in our summary on MeinMMO.
The highlights of the week:
- The classic MMORPG SWTOR receives a new expansion “Legacy” of the Sith.
- In ESO a key community co-founder passed away and thousands of players paid their final respects in-game.
- As the new MMORPG Sword of Legends is coming soon, we have compiled for you everything you need to know about Solo.
The outrage of the week: The MMORPG Aion originally intended to create a WoW Classic and also offer a retro version. But that went quite wrong, and fans are voicing strong criticism.
The discussion of the week: In our interview with WoW director Ion Hazzikostas, we talked about controversial items that will soon come to WoW. This sparked vigorous discussion.
WoW gets the major new patch 9.1
This is what happened this week in the major MMORPGs:
- Much has happened in WoW. The requirements to get good equipment have been relaxed, with patch 9.1 new Pact mounts, Blizzard stole items after loot disputes, a cinematic built hype for the fight of the century, we had a guide to a useful dice, and a blue Phoenix mount was also introduced. Additionally, factions may soon be able to fight each other.
- In Black Desert Online, this week the new class of the Corsair was introduced. We researched how it is being received by players.
- ESO has a ton of new houses in the new area of Blackwood that we presented to you. We also checked how the new chapter has performed a month after release. Additionally, we are giving away three stylish premium bundles for Blackwood. Furthermore, there’s a guide on how to get to Kalthafen.
- Final Fantasy XIV is launching multiple event campaigns (via MassivelyOP).
- Don’t miss our special on whether WoW or FF14 is better suited for you.
This is what happened in the smaller MMORPGs:
- In Korea, the new mobile MMO Odin: Valhalla Rising launched. With some effort, you can join in too.
- Phantasy Star 2 celebrated a big event (via MassivelyOP).
- In EverQuest 1 and 2, there are bonus weeks all summer long (via MassivelyOP).
- Albion Online announces the return of open-world gameplay (via MassivelyOP).
- Additionally, there are hints that Albion Online will be coming to consoles (via MassivelyOP).
- Why were so many changes made in Elyon? An interview brings clarity. (via MassivelyOP).
- D&D Online is launching a 4th permadeath server (via MassivelyOP).
- The hardcore MMORPG Mortal Online 2 is soon getting new AI behaviors and more (via MassivelyOP).
- The adorable MMORPG MapleStory is getting a bow-wielding class. (via MassivelyOP).
- Speaking of adorable: EU players of Ragnarok Online are receiving an updated version (via MassivelyOP).
- The D&D MMORPG Neverwinter is starting a celebration event (via MassivelyOP).
This is what happened in the MMORPGs in development:
- The “Animal Crossing MMO” Palia continues with a significant cash injection.
- Sword of Legend Online has more to offer than just grind, including these mini-games.
- Amazon’s upcoming MMORPG New World is advertising housing with a funny commercial.
- A new hardcore MMORPG named Valorbound has been announced. It will offer over 300 class combinations.
- If you want to join the beta test of Lost Ark, you have the opportunity to register here.
- Scars of Honor is also a new MMORPG, where players are meant to decide everything.
- The Africa-inspired MMORPG Wagadu Chronicles has new information about tribes and the quest system (via MassivelyOP).
- The dark MMORPG Broken Ranks is entering open beta.
- The upcoming sandbox MMORPG Pantheon: Rise of the Fallen has made a public appearance (via MassivelyOP)
This was the news of the current week from the vast world of MMORPGs in overview. What was your personal highlight this time? Or did you experience something exciting this week? Or have we perhaps forgotten something important? Let us know in the comments.
