The MMORPG Daily Drop - Your Daily MMORPG News
Welcome to your May 18 edition of The MMORPG Daily Drop, your daily roundup of MMO news, patch drama, and community buzz. While it’s a slower day for headlines, we’ve still got important updates from Lost Ark, World of Warcraft, and some loot you don’t want to miss.
World of Warcraft – Blizzard Responds to Patch 11.1.5 Backlash
Blizzard has officially acknowledged that Patch 11.1.5 failed to meet player expectations. In a recent blog post and community updates, they admitted to:
- Rushed deployment with unresolved bugs,
- Misjudged pacing of time-gated content,
- A patch structure that left many players disengaged or confused.
The studio has committed to refining patch planning, better internal testing, and more open dialogue going forward — especially ahead of Patch 11.1.7, which will include system refinements like the One-Button Combat Assistant to reduce add-on dependency.
Lost Ark – Community Praises 2.0 Update Direction
The Lost Ark community is responding positively to early previews of the upcoming 2.0 update, which introduces a more solo-friendly experience, faster progression, and wide-reaching quality-of-life improvements.
- Players on Reddit and social platforms have welcomed:
- Easier entry points for new and casual players,
- Streamlined gear and upgrade systems,
- Less dependency on strict raid schedules.
This update is being seen as a significant step forward in retaining the Western player base and revitalizing long-term interest in the game.
Next Weeks MMORPG Twitch Drops
It’s a good week to be watching your favorite MMORPG streamers. Here’s a roundup of all active Twitch Drops so you can score bonus rewards and cosmetics just by tuning in:
New World: Aeternum – Ends 19th May
World of Warcraft – Ends 20th May
Lost Ark – Ends 21st May
SWTOR – Ends 22nd May
Palia – Ends 3rd June
Kakele Online – Ends 31 May
Ravendawn – Weekly Mon to Mon
RavenQuest – Twice Weekly Mon-Fri & Fri-Mon
Black Desert Online – Daily
Albion Online – Daily
