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Every week, MMORPG.com brings you a sometimes less than serious countdown related to the MMO genre.

5 Ways AI Will Change MMORPGs

There are numerous applications of AI technology for MMORPGs, from art, to programming, and even music and voiceovers. Here are 5 that might be closer than you think.


Which World of Warcraft Classic Hardcore Starting Zone Is Easiest? (Tier List)

Planning your leveling route is the key to success when playing World of Warcraft Classic Hardcore. With permadeath lurking around every corner, we've ranked the six starting zones to see which one is the easiest, and which ones are the most deadly.


5 Things Diablo 4 Should have Included from Previous Games

Having spent thousands of hours across its predecessors, the franchise had plenty of features to love or hate. Nick talks about the things Diablo 4 should have taken from Diablo 2 and Diablo 3 when it launched earlier this summer.


5 Things Diablo IV Didn't Need

With each iteration of the Diablo franchise, certain things are added, removed and improved upon. Not everyone is happy with the changes from each title to the next, the games have typically gotten better or at least more accessible. While the reception of Diablo IV already seems quite positive, there are a number of things the game would have been better without.


10 Things I Wish I Knew Before Starting The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom

The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom has been a blast to play through so far, and it is easily one of the contenders for Game of the Year this year. We firmly believe that the game will be enjoyable even for newcomers to the franchise. If you are looking to jump into the game, here are ten tips to help you get started.


The List: 10 Of The Most Unique Classes In MMORPGs

Many MMORPGs make use of classes that are tried and true like mages, warriors, and paladins. While there's nothing wrong with going with the usual archetypes considering how deep build-crafting can be in a lot of MMOs, some games stand out with their unique classes that offer a fresh gameplay experience. Here are our picks for the ten of the most unique classes in MMORPGs.


Best Survival MMORPGs to Play in 2024

Survival games are available in droves these days but very few games have been able to successfully mix the genre with MMORPG elements. While there are very few true MMOs with survival-style gameplay, some developers have managed to find a happy balance between both genres. Here are our picks for the best survival MMORPGs that you can play in 2024.


Best Diablo 2 Resurrected Mods To Hold You Till Diablo 4 in 2023

Now that Diablo 4 is around the corner, it's time to revisit our all-time favorite action RPG. Diablo 2 Resurrected is by far the best way to experience the once-groundbreaking isometric ARPG, and you can access it on any modern console or PC. Here are some of the best mods to augment that experience.


Should You Play Albion Online In 2024?

As 2024 begins, there are quite a few options for you. Nick is here to tell you whether Albion Online, the open-world sandbox MMORPG from Sandbox Interactive, is the right choice for you this year.


The List: 10 Best Sci-Fi MMOs To Play In 2024

MMOs are not lacking in space-themed adventures, but a few continue to stand out above the rest as worthy of your time and money. These are the 10 best sci-fi themed MMOs to pick up in the coming year. 


The 10 Best Survival Games To Play In 2024

Want to know the best survival games to play this year? We've got you covered.


10 Best Indie MMOs To Play In 2023 And Beyond

With new AAA MMORPGs failing to meet players' expectations and older MMOs slowly riding off into the sunset, what's an MMO fanatic to do? Turn to the innovation and uniqueness that only indie developers are willing to take a chance on. Here are 10 of the best indie MMOs you can play in 2023, and a few we're hoping to see come this year and beyond.


The List: Four Reasons We're All For World of Warcraft Getting Cross-Faction Guilds

One of the last features of cross-faction play still to come are the guilds. We're fans of cross-faction in World of Warcraft, so it stands to reason that we would also onboard with the impending guilds. Here are a few reasons why.


10 Upcoming MMORPGs To Try in 2023 and Beyond

The future of MMORPGs looks bright, and we're taking a look at some of the titles we hope to see in 2023 and beyond.


Top 10 MMOs That Run Fantastic On Lower-End PCs

Gaming has become an expensive hobby due to increasing system requirements and hardware prices soaring. If you are stuck with an entry-level PC or have a laptop that you want to casually game on, there are quite a few MMOs that will run flawlessly on just about any system. Here are ten MMOs that you can play on entry-level PCs and still get the full experience.