MMOARPG stands for “massively multiplayer online action roleplaying game.” It can be contrasted with an OARPG, which makes little attempt at being “massive” in a way that MMORPG players would accept.
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Devilian begins alpha testing for Obsidian founders
If you've been eagerly awaiting your chance to get your hands on Devilian even in just a test stage, your wait is over. At...
Marvel Heroes studio Gazillion hit with layoffs [Confirmed]
It's sad news for fans of Marvel Heroes and Super Hero Squad Online as at least one of the teams behind Gazillion's successful titles appears to...
Ask Mo: The state of Massively Overpowered
Ask Mo is back, and today Mo and I are answering a few meta questions about Massively OP itself. Our first question is from long-time...
Massively OP Podcast Episode 28: PAX Primal
Justin and Bree discuss Guild Wars 2 F2P, Atlas Reactor, The Park, SWTOR, Marvel Heroes, and WildStar, plus mailbag questions on Elder Scrolls Online, podcast meta, and more GW2.
The Stream Team: Investigating Marvel Heroes’ side mission changes
Marvel Heroes recently made some changes with its side missions, and some folks are finding them to be more monotonous time-sinks. Is it true?...
PAX Prime 2015: Devilian reveals founder packs
At PAX Prime last night, Trion announced founder packs for its upcoming OARPG import, Devilian.
The cheapest bundle, at $49.99, includes beta access, 2500 credits, a...
Marvel Heroes brings out War Machine, updates Cable, and teams up with Carnage
Much like the comics it's based upon, Marvel Heroes is always moving forward and changing. For example, the game has just revealed its level...
Path of Exile devs answer 187 player questions
Did you see that movie 187 starring Mace Windu? It was directed by the same guy who directed Rapa-Nui. Now that today's film history...
Marvel Heroes’ lead content dev leaves for mobile startup
Geoff Tuffli is leaving Gazillion for a Los Angeles-based mobile startup, according to a recent forum post. Gazillion's Benjamin Gross will be assuming the...
Massively OP Podcast Episode 27: SmedSoft
Justin and Bree discuss Smed's new company, EQII's prison server, Champions Online, FFXIV, Trove, and Revival's housing, plus mailbag questions on NCsoft and terrible graphics.
The MOP Up: Rick & Morty meet MOBAs
The MMO industry moves along at the speed of information, and sometimes we're deluged with so much news here at Massively Overpowered that some...
Path of Exile patch adds better artwork
A recent small patch for Path of Exile will be easier on the eyes for players, as the team has added better artwork for...
Marvel Heroes starts Mystic Mayhem event, announces STASH change
Limbo is open for business in Marvel Heroes, although players may go through hell when they get there.
Gazillion took the game's old Limbo zone and reworked it...
Marvel Heroics: My Marvel Heroes wish list
If there's one constant in the gaming universe, it's that every MMO player has a wish list. It's almost impossible to spend any length...
Devilian’s South Korea server is shutting down
Is Devilian in trouble? It may be too early to tell, but developer Ginno Games has announced the closure of the title's South Korea...
Not So Massively: Star Citizen demos live gameplay; Dota 2 team kicks member after $6m win
Last week, Star Citizen released impressive Gamescom 2015 demo videos showing live gameplay footage of players walking around a space port and a mission...
Devilian spotlights the Cannoneer
How would you like to play a character who looks like a 10-year-old with a short skirt and a large cannon? If your response...
Marvel Heroes previews new Mystic Mayhem event
Limbo is returning to Marvel Heroes, retuned for a new challenge and a new era. Yesterday, Gazillion unleashed a preview of the upcoming Mystic...
The Stream Team: Mindless mayhem in Marvel Heroes
Sometimes you've just got to let loose. Random mindless mayhem and destruction with multiple explosions is just what the doctor ordered for Massively OP's...
Not So Massively: NSM at Gamescom 2015; Splatoon’s Octoling hack
It's been a fantastic week for online gaming with dozens of MOBAs and competitive shooters on the show floor at Gamescom 2015. Hi-Rez Studios...
