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Welcome to your June 9 roundup of the biggest stories across the MMORPG world. Chrono Odyssey confirms its first PC playtest window, Final Fantasy XIV sets the date for its next Live Letter, and NCSoft expands its franchise with Blade & Soul Heroes. From upcoming playtests to new global releases and classic MMO events, here’s everything you need to know.
Chrono Odyssey – Public PC Playtest Scheduled for June 20–22
Chrono Odyssey’s long-awaited public playtest is now official. Kakao Games revealed during Summer Game Fest that the Unreal Engine 5–powered MMORPG will open its first PC play window from June 20 to June 22. Players will have 72 hours to experience time-bending combat and explore Setera as one of three launch classes: Swordsman, Ranger, or Berserker. No NDA will apply, and sign-ups are now available via the official site. The team hopes this preview will show off the fluid action gameplay and bring early feedback before the next testing phase.
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Blade & Soul Heroes – Collectible MMORPG Launching September 2025
Final Fantasy XIV – Patch 7.3 Live Letter Announced for June 20
Square Enix confirmed that the next Letter from the Producer LIVE will air on June 20 at 4:00 a.m. PDT. This stream will give players their first deep dive into Patch 7.3, with expectations for new alliance raids, the next relic weapon phase, and expanded field operations. The broadcast will be available on YouTube and Twitch. Fans can expect key announcements that shape the second half of the Dawntrail expansion arc.
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Ultima Online – Five-Part “Rifted Crown” Event Begins Testing
Ultima Online players can now preview a new live event arc, “The Rifted Crown,” on the Test Center. This five-phase questline kicks off at Castle Blackthorn, where players uncover arcane anomalies linked to mysterious crown relics. Each phase introduces its own challenges—from solo puzzles to group-based combat—rewarding rare scrolls and unique cosmetic gear. The event’s full rollout is expected later this month once feedback from testing is complete.
