The MMORPG Daily Drop - Your Daily MMORPG News
Welcome to the June 18 edition of The MMORPG Daily Drop, where we round up the latest updates across the MMO genre. Elder Scrolls Online brings its wormy new chapter to console, Chrono Odyssey previews its crafting systems ahead of this week’s playtest, and Aion Classic 4.0 arrives with a new class and endgame challenges. We’ve also got performance tweaks, PvP teasers, and summer events in your favorite virtual worlds.
Elder Scrolls Online – Season of the Worm Cult Launches on Console
Console adventurers can now step into the latest Elder Scrolls Online chapter: Season of the Worm Cult. Previously released on PC, this chapter brings a new tropical zone, the Western Solstice, and a Daedric-driven storyline that continues from the base game’s main quest. Players can challenge the Ossein Cage 12-player Trial, explore a public dungeon, and experiment with the new Subclassing System, which allows characters to mix and match class skill lines for deeper customization.
Throne and Liberty – PvP Arena, Meta Updates & Performance Optimizations
NCSoft outlined upcoming additions for Throne and Liberty in its latest dev preview. A new 6v6 PvP Arena Event is on the way, offering fast-paced team battles with performance tracking and seasonal rewards. Alongside that, the studio confirmed a significant performance patch is rolling out to smooth frame rates and improve responsiveness, especially in large-scale encounters. The game’s meta is also shifting, with Arch Boss mechanics getting expanded loot options and balance tweaks arriving for top-performing builds.
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Chrono Odyssey – Item Crafting and Gear Progression Teased
Black Desert Online – Three Seasonal Events Go Live in June
Pearl Abyss revealed its June event slate for Black Desert Online, spanning multiple game modes and reward systems. Players can dive into:
- A Treasure Hunt Festival with daily login bonuses and monster drops
- The Summer Splash Challenge, a timed event in coastal zones with exclusive swimwear rewards
- A returning Mystical Dice Board, allowing players to roll for in-game currency, materials, and rare pets
Each event runs independently with overlapping dates throughout the month.
Aion Classic – 4.0 Launch Adds Luminess Class, New Raids, and Celebrations
City of Heroes Homecoming – Issue 28 Page 2 Goes Live
The Homecoming edition of City of Heroes rolled out Issue 28: Legacy, Page 2, today. This major update includes a total overhaul of Kallisti Wharf, redesigning its environment, mission flow, and event triggers. It also adds two new powersets for players to experiment with, expanding build options for both veterans and newcomers. The patch follows weeks of community debate around PvP balance and performance, with devs promising ongoing tuning throughout the summer.
Age War (Akiageo) – Elementist Class & Event Server Added
