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War Thunder begins beta for World War mode, introducing player-led historical battle re-enactment
You know what war MMOs need? More war, obviously. And that's exactly what War Thunder's up to right now with the open beta for...
The MOP Up: Star Trek Online delves into the mysteries of Yard 39
Star Trek Online is all about the Discovery these days, and in a new lore blog, the team gives some backstory to the mysterious...
EVE Online developer releases pie chart of botter shame
Wilhelm of The Ancient Gaming Noob caught a fun popcorn moment from the EVE Online universe this week, thanks to a delicious pie chart...
WoW Factor: Guessing at the next World of Warcraft expansion announcement using math
Here's the genesis of this particular article: I saw speculation over on Blizzard Watch that we were about a year too early for a World...
Japanese naval vessels are coming to War Thunder
As part War Thunder's effort to include every single combat vehicle ever designed by every major nation in the entire world, another research tree...
World of Warships and metal band Sabaton make over-the-top music video for the Bismarck
Wargaming has never been subtle in its advertising and promotions. It also prides itself in the historical accuracy of its vehicles in its various...
Pirates of the Burning Sea’s new owners aim to revitalize the game after rescuing it from certain doom
City of Heroes' resurrection and preservation efforts are big news this month, but we've covered similar stories about playerbases rescuing video games from certain...
The MOP Up: Population Zero throws a fashion show
You know how people advise you to "dress in layers" during inclement weather? And you think, "If I'm wearing pants, I'm doing well here,...
Dark Age of Camelot tests Patch 1.125D, plans on reclaiming abandoned names
There is nothing quite as uniquely exciting as when an old favorite MMORPG gets a meaty patch today. This is indeed what is happening...
The MOP Up: Grab your Harry Potter nickname now!
When Harry Potter: Wizards Unite arrives later this year, by which name will you be known and feared? Lord Scooby? Mr. Cheddar? Fluffybutticus? The...
The Stream Team: World of Tanks’ 8th anniversary rolls in
Today is World of Tanks' eighth anniversary! And now Massively OP's MJ will help the WWII-inspired game roll out of its eighth and into...
Red Dead Redemption 2 and The Pinkertons have settled their legal feud, no shootout required
One of the stranger lawsuits we've seen - not just this year, but ever - involved The Pinkertons. Yes, the real Pinkertons, the modern-day...
Star Wars The Old Republic’s guild sigils are live today in 5.10.2: Heralds of Victory
It's patch day for Star Wars The Old Republic! BioWare is patching in 5.10.2: Heralds of Victory today, complete with the guild heraldry system...
The MOP Up: Hearthstone’s pre-Rise of Shadows patch arrives
The next major expansion for Hearthstone is almost upon us (and will, in fact, be here Tuesday), but for now you can get ready...
The MOP Up: Warframe descends to Deck 12 on consoles
Warframe's Deck 12 has unlocked for console players -- and there are deep, dark secrets to be uncovered by descending to it.
"Now is the...
April Fools’ Day 2019 has begun early in Guild Wars 2, Champions Online, and more
Happy April Fools' Day! Oh, wait, that's not how it works? And it's not actually April Fools' Day yet? Well, tell that to Gaijin...
The MOP Up: Ring of Elysium gives out free adventure passes
Ever eye an adventurer or season pass in a shooter but feel too cheap to buy it? Reader Pasha tipped us off that the...
Perfect Ten: MMOs that set themselves up as spiritual successors
As with the larger video game market, sequels aren't unknown in the MMO space. We've seen studios take a stab at following up successful...
Red Dead Online maps out plan for more anti-grief hostility system update and new playing styles
Rockstar doesn't want you to forget about Red Dead Online or think that it's malingering in an eternal beta: The company has another preview...
War Thunder turns on radar systems in the Locked On update
In my extremely dumb headcanon, I imagine the operators of the various vehicles in War Thunder have all simultaneously found the "on" button for...