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Final Fantasy XIV unveiled its next expansion, Dawntrail, in July of this year, setting in motion what we expect will be a full year of hype and teasers and speculation until it’s finally upon us next summer.
Meanwhile, Path of Exile 2 was re-announced as a proper sequel, Diablo IV launched its first season, we got our first hint that ArcheAge was in for rough waters, New World got blood all over my sands, and the Microsoft-ABK merger was allowed to march onward against a backdrop of layoffs and falling MAUs.
Here’s the whole recap from July of this past year, from our top news stories of the month to our best editorials.
TOP NEWS STORIES OF JULY 2023
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FAVORITE EDITORIALS OF JULY 2023
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THE FULL 2023 YEAR-IN-REVIEW
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