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Welcome to the May 29 edition of The MMORPG Daily Drop. From the return of massive-scale PvP in ESO, to World of Warcraft’s molten new Trading Post rewards, to SWTOR’s live deployment of its Dynamic Worlds update—today is full of high-profile headlines. Plus, a brand-new cross-platform MMO has arrived in Crystal of Atlan, Soulframe adds haunted dungeons, and Pax Dei clears up some big design questions.
Crystal of Atlan – Cross-Platform Launch is Now Live
Crystal of Atlan, the long-hyped magicpunk MMORPG, has officially launched on PC, mobile, and PS5.
With its classless progression, mount-based combat, and vivid open-world exploration, the game promises:
- Seamless cross-play between platforms,
- Dynamic world events and side content,
- A sleek visual aesthetic inspired by fantasy and sci-fi fusion.
The launch comes alongside a set of collaborative events and limited-time rewards for early adopters.
World of Warcraft – Fiery June Trading Post Unveiled
Blizzard has revealed the June Trading Post lineup for World of Warcraft, and it’s looking hot—literally.
The theme centers around fire, with:
- Molten-themed transmog sets,
- Ember-lit toys and cosmetics,
- And a one-time discount on Ember-Forged Mounts.
The fiery motif will be available throughout June, giving collectors and transmog enthusiasts another reason to complete their Traveler’s Log objectives.
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Star Wars: The Old Republic – Update 7.7 “Dynamic Worlds” Is Now Live
Star Wars: The Old Republic has officially launched Update 7.7: Dynamic Worlds, introducing major changes to event structure and storytelling flow.
This includes:
- World events that now dynamically react to player participation,
- Cross-flashpoint branching narratives,
- And a reworked “Galactic Threads” operation arc.
This update significantly deepens SWTOR’s shared-world feel and represents a major technical milestone for the game’s evolving architecture.
Elder Scrolls Online – Testing Begins to Restore 900-Player Cyrodiil PvP
ZeniMax has confirmed that it’s testing mass-scale PvP on the Public Test Server, aiming to bring back the 900-player Cyrodiil campaigns that once defined ESO’s faction warfare.
Initial testing focuses on performance optimization, client-side rendering improvements, and backend zone support. If successful, this could mark a return to large-scale sieges and alliance coordination on a grand scale.
Soulframe – Prelude 10 Adds Haunted Dungeon, New Gear Sets
Soulframe’s Prelude 10 event is now live, bringing players to the eerie depths of the Shadowvein Catacombs.
This new dungeon is joined by:
- Five new armor sets,
- New enemy faction themes,
- And powerful new sidearms to hunt down.
Players can also take advantage of double XP weekends through June 2, making it a great time to grind gear or reroll.
Pax Dei – Devs Clarify Changes in Path of the Adventurer Update
After community feedback sparked concern, Pax Dei’s developers released a clarification post around their upcoming Path of the Adventurer overhaul.
Key points include:
- A recalibrated stat system to give clearer itemization progression,
- Adjustments to combat pacing, with a focus on responsive ability use,
- And a streamlined tooltip UI for gear and abilities.
This transparency aims to rebuild confidence ahead of the full Verse 3 update.
Monsters & Memories – Tentative Playtest Schedule Shared
The retro-inspired MMO Monsters & Memories has announced its open playtest windows for the rest of 2025:
June, September, December.
These playtests will focus on feature stability, story progression, and combat refinement, inviting both PC and mobile testers.
EverQuest II – New Customization Options Ahead of Dozekar PvP Server
EverQuest II is expanding its character creation options in anticipation of the new Dozekar PvP server launching on June 10.
Updates include:
- New face morphing options,
- Additional hairstyles,
- Armor dye presets to allow deeper visual customization.
These upgrades are part of Daybreak’s broader strategy to modernize character presentation across all servers.
Blade & Soul NEO – Moonwater Plains Part 3 Now Live
Blade & Soul NEO’s Moonwater Plains: Part 3 update is now live, introducing:
- Two new legendary dungeons: The Twisted Labyrinth and Highland Exile,
- Each packed with new boss phases, mechanics, and top-tier loot drops.
The update continues the game’s Dark Realm narrative arc and deepens high-level PvE progression.
AION – Shattered Abyssal Splinter Event Now Running
From May 27 to June 17, AION players can earn Abyssal Splinters from daily quests and world bosses to exchange for:
- Exclusive wings,
- Limited-time mount skins,
- And title cosmetics.
It’s a high-value grind event with strong payoff for those who engage consistently.
