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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Massively OP Podcast: Episode 19
Justin and MJ discuss Marvel Heroes, The Secret World, Ark: Survival Evolved, ArcheAge, and tons of news from E3 on Guild Wars 2's expansion, FFXIV's Heavensward, SWTOR's expansion, Shroud of the Avatar, Torchlight Mobile, and more.
Lineage Eternal begins testing with a focus group
After a couple years of development, it's easy to feel that we're no closer to Lineage Eternal actually launching. But that's not true; NCsoft...
The Stream Team: Bring on Marvel Heroes’ Cowpacolypse!
We know what you are thinking: What's a Marvel Heroes anniversary celebration without cows? Lots of cows. Thankfully, you don't have to find out!...
Not So Massively: All the online gaming news from E3 2015
It's been a big week for online gaming, with several high-profile reveals and announcements made at E3 2015. The latest version of MOBA-esque space...
Path of Exile: The Awakening eyes July 10 release
Path of Exile's next big content update, The Awakening, is coming soon... but how soon? The team said that it's getting close to nailing...
Brevik’s Cow King will be dropping rewards in Marvel Heroes today
How would you like to play Diablo with David Brevik? Well... you can't! You might be able to do the next best thing, though,...
The Daily Grind: Would you play a Marvel Heroes clone?
It seems like at least half of the Massively Overpowered staff is obsessed with Marvel Heroes. I've played it a fair amount too, and...
Massively OP Podcast: Episode 18
Justin and Bree discuss Marvel Heroes, WildStar, Elder Scrolls Online's console launch, SWTOR's new expansion, WoW's flight fiasco, Cabal II, failed Kickstarters, plus mailbag questions on gratuitous complexity and Turbine's future.
Path of Exile wipes beta progress with latest patch
Beta testing for Path of Exile's next major update, The Awakening, is going about as well as testing ever does. The newest patch for...
Not So Massively: Dota 2 plans a reboot, League of Legends nerfs Ekko
Valve revealed plans to reboot Dota 2 in the near future with its Dota 2 Reborn project, which moves the game over to a...
An exclusive chat with Path of Exile’s Chris Wilson
Massively: We're here with Path of Exile Producer Chris Wilson to talk about the state and future of this ARPG. Thanks for joining us...
The Stream Team: A Dr. Doom dash to level 60 in Marvel Heroes
With so many fun heroes to play in Marvel Heroes, it's no wonder Massively OP's MJ doesn't have many at max level. But today...
Perfect Ten: The top 10 healthiest live MMOs
One question that consistently pops up across the MMO gaming circuit is, "What are the most popular/healthy/active MMOs out there?" Every time I see...
Angel joins Marvel Heroes as a team-up
One of the core members of the X-Men will be swooping into Marvel Heroes at last -- but only as a team-up character (for...
Massively OP Podcast: Episode 17
Justin and Bree discuss Infinite Crisis' sunset, Heroes of the Storm's launch, TERA's growth, EverQuest Next, Marvel Heroes, Trove, PlanetSide 2, Aion, WildStar, and The Secret World, plus mailbag questions on game metrics and character origin stories.
Marvel Heroics: Six leveling tips for Marvel Heroes
Welcome to Marvel Heroics, my look at the superhero exploits of Marvel Heroes! Just about half of Massively OP has gotten hooked on this...
Not So Massively: Heroes of the Storm launches, Infinite Crisis gives up
It's been a week of mixed feelings in the land of MOBAs, with the thrill of a new game launch juxtaposed against the background...
The Stream Team: Dr. Doom does Midtown Madness in Marvel Heroes
With all the trouble Dr. Doom has caused in the Marvel Heroes story, it's hard to think of him as a hero. But that...
The Stream Team: Win Dr. Doom during our Marvel Heroes anniversary party
What happens when you mix Marvel Heroes with MassivelyOP's MJ during the action RPG's month-long birthday bash? Gifts -- lots of gifts! While players...
The Soapbox: The fallacy of ‘F2P insight’ in the MMO market
I read with disgust a recent GI.biz piece about free-to-play and its supposed coming of age. The business model has of course run amok...
