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Massively Overthinking: How much should MMOs cost in 2020?
MOP reader Castagere recently wrote to us with a nod to the growing sentiment across the gaming industry that might indicate a shift in...
Black Desert console players are getting the new Hashashin class first
Well, this is a decision that will no doubt draw forth reasoned discourse and carefully formatted reactions: Console players of Black Desert will be...
Desert Oasis: How should Black Desert handle class balance?
Last week, I wrote about how the recent tamer changes in Black Desert resulted in a write-in campaign. Ever since then, I've had game...
Black Desert adds the Skill UI update and new male hairstyles, mobile adds Awakenings and the Wardrobe
Black Desert is a game of two parts for me: wondering what skills to use and trying to muddle through its weird UI, and...
Black Desert rounds up patch updates, Conquest War winners, and upcoming features in a video
Care for a bundle of the most recent Black Desert goings-on in a video? Pearl Abyss has you covered with the CM Newsround, a...
Black Desert shares another round of player questions from the Heidel Ball
Earlier in June, the devs of Black Desert shared a big ol' list of player questions from the digital Heidel Ball event. But if...
Shadow Arena adds in the range-swapping Lahn to the hero lineup
Some characters in Shadow Arena are all about fighting at a longer rage, hiding behind ranged weapons and spells on the basis of being...
Black Desert brings class balance changes, new events, and new gear for seasonal servers
Ready for things to change for your favorite Black Desert class? No? Well too bad, because today's update applies those changes. Also this was...
Massively OP Podcast Episode 278: Patchy McPatchface
Justin and Bree discuss LOTRO, DDO, Pantheon, SWTOR, BDO, and Blade & Soul, with adventures in SWG Legends, LOTRO, and WoW, plus mailbag topics on ship combat and inventory annoyances.
Global Chat: Too many shipwrecks in MMOs
In the vast annals of MMO tropes, there's one that has been in front of you all along and you've probably never noticed: shipwrecking...
Massively Overthinking: Does playing MMORPGs ever stress you out?
"Anyone ever feel stressed out about playing MMOs?" MOP's Carlo queried our team this week. "This new Black Desert season is stressing me out...
Desert Oasis: Putting Black Desert’s music system in context with other MMOs
Back in the day, I used to really be into the ukulele. I used to play in open mics and sold them as my...
Black Desert adds the cutest lil furry critters you ever did see in Papua Crinea update
OK, so who had "adorable mammals in Black Desert" on their 2020 bingo cards? Because that is what you're getting with today's update as...
Massively OP Podcast Episode 277: All the wonder in the ‘verse
Justin and Bree discuss LOTRO, WoW Classic, Black Desert, Star Wars Squadrons, DC Universe Online, Torchlight III, and Anarchy Online, with adventures in RIFT, SWG Legends, and The Outer Worlds, and mailbag topics on LOTRO leveling, MUDs, and the next generation of MMO fans.
Black Desert’s new Q&A covers everything from dancing and new classes to inflation and endgame
Apparently, Heidel Ball was a big success for Black Desert this year, such that Pearl Abyss couldn't even answer all the questions players had...
The Stream Team: Starting Black Desert’s summer season server
With the opening on Black Desert's summer season server today, Massively OP's MJ decided to give another class a try. She is now ready...
Black Desert’s season servers are live today on PC as mobile picks up gear awakening
Black Desert players were understandably bummed over the delay of season servers last week, so we bring good news today: They're finally here.
"The wait...
Black Desert battle royale spinoff Shadow Arena adds new hero, bans cheaters
If things are getting a bit samey for you in the standalone Black Desert battle royale game Shadow Arena, then the latest update might...
Massively Overthinking: Do you keep MMOs installed for the login freebies?
MOP reader Styopa proposed this fun topic for Massively Overthinking this week, prompted, he said, by Standing Stone Games' recent promotions for Lord of...
Desert Oasis: Exploring Black Desert’s mysterious O’dylitta region
With the Heidel ball now a memory, there's much to look forward to in Black Desert Online. Along with a new class and a variety...
