What new things are expected in online gaming in 2018? Which MMOs and MMORPGs are still to come? Find out here what you can look forward to as an online gamer in the coming months.
Online games are “Games as a Service.” They are repeatedly updated with new features. New releases have become rare. Instead, there are more frequent small patches. Occasionally, there are also significant expansions for existing games.
But what exactly is still to come this year? What new releases and major expansions are expected in 2018?
We have listed the most important releases and expansions here.
Bless – For fans of PC MMORPGs
It has been a long time since a new online role-playing game was released in the West, but with Bless (PC), that may soon change. The MMORPG from Korea has had a turbulent development history as it was supposed to have already released here.
However, it was supposed to be completely revamped in terms of its combat system, and then the European publisher suddenly dropped out. For a while, it seemed like Bless would never come out in the West. Fortunately, that has not come to pass, and Bless is about to release on Steam.
What is special about Bless?
Bless is a classic AAA theme park MMORPG. You choose one of 2 factions, select a hero from 7 races and 5 classes, and embark on the fully voiced main quest. This leads you through a massive open world in the best theme park manner. You can cover long distances without loading screens.
In fact, the large, vibrant world is an important feature of Bless. There is always something to see and explore. There are also tamable animals, reduced grinding (compared to the Asian original), and raids with up to 40 players.
PvP as a major feature
The world of Bless is contested by two major factions. You must join one side and represent it in PvP. Fighting against other players is a significant part of Bless. There are:
- Massive 100 vs. 100 battles between guilds with sieges involved
- Players reaching the endgame qualify for Open World PvP
- There will also be structured PvP in 10 vs. 10 or 15 vs. 15 rounds.
Who is Bless ideal for?
Bless is strongly directed at fans of classic online role-playing games who want to experience a new release of an AAA title. You should also check out the game if you are into massive PvP and do not mind open PvP in the endgame.
PvE fans, on the other hand, can look forward to the 40-player raids. The tamable animals are also a big plus for hunters and gatherers.
Bless will enter early access on Steam in May. The game is expected to use a Buy2Play model.
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