Upcoming MMORPGs

Book of TravelsOnline server shutdown

Might and Delight is shutting down Book of Travels' online servers on July 31, 2026 (3pm CEST). The game converts to an offline single-player experience with modding opened up; players are advised to download their characters before shutdown.

EverQuestLethar (Time-Locked Expansion server)

The year's second time-locked server opens at 12:00 p.m. PT with the new Personal Loot ruleset, starting from all expansions up to and including The Serpent's Spine. Buried Sea unlocks 12 weeks later, then further expansions every eight weeks. A fresh economy and a level playing field for returning players.

RuneScape: Dragonwilds1.0 Launch

Jagex's RuneScape-universe survival game leaves Early Access, launching simultaneously on PC, PS5, Xbox Series, and Switch 2 with the Scorned Wilderness update included.

Dune: AwakeningConsole Launch (PS5 / Xbox Series X|S)

PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S release with console-tailored UI and controls, day-one Game Pass availability, and a single-player mode arriving the same day.

Monsters & MemoriesSteam Early Access

The indie EverQuest-like opens its doors with all of Module 1: Descent into the Deep, four starting locations, and a $15/month subscription with no box price.

New World: AeternumServer shutdown

Amazon Games is sunsetting New World: Aeternum. The title was delisted January 15, 2026, in-game purchases (Marks of Fortune) end July 20, 2026, and the servers are permanently taken offline on January 31, 2027. The extended Nighthaven season runs until shutdown.

Stars ReachSteam Early Access

Raph Koster's simulated-galaxy sandbox enters paid Early Access this summer, with Firstlight ($29.99), Voyager ($49.99), and Cosmonaut ($79.99) packs. No exact day announced yet.

Aion 2Global Launch (PC)

Western release following the November 2025 Korean launch, confirmed for September at Summer Game Fest 2026. NCSoft's PURPLE storefront lists September 17, but no exact day has been formally announced.

ArcheAge ChroniclesLaunch

PC and console launch of the ArcheAge successor. Originally targeted at 2025, moved to 2026 in Kakao Games' Q3 2024 financial report; still slated for Q4 2026.

EVE VanguardPersistent Alpha

A persistent 24/7 live Alpha planned via the EVE Launcher, following the time-boxed "Operation Avalon" playtest (July 7–20, 2026). No firm date beyond the November 2026 window.

EverQuestShattering of Ro (32nd Expansion)

The annual expansion cadence continues alongside 2026's Frostreaver and Lethar progression servers; pre-orders are already open.

Chrono OdysseyGlobal Launch

UE5 action MMO launch on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series. Pushed out of 2026 after closed-beta feedback showed the game needed more development time.

Final Fantasy XIVEvercold (8.0 Expansion)

Revealed at the Anaheim Fan Festival in April 2026: the Fourth Reflection, Reborn and Evolved job styles, and a January 2027 target. Berlin and Tokyo fan festivals should firm up the date.

Scars of HonorSteam Early Access

Beastburst's WoW-style free-to-play MMORPG. Earlier reports pointed at late 2026, but the CEO now estimates Early Access around Q1 2027, subject to change; the spring 2026 Steam playtest ran April 30 – May 11.

Guild Wars 3First Beta Test

The first public test of ArenaNet's Unreal Engine 5 prequel, targeted for fall 2027. Newsletter signup on the official site offers a chance to join; no exact date has been set.