On this week's episode of the Massively OP Podcast, Bree and Justin talk about Equinox Homecoming's early access surprise, Dune Awakening's NDA-free beta, LOTRO's anniversary, World of Warcraft's wonky patch, New World's spring plans, and putting developers on pedestals.

It's the Massively OP Podcast, an action-packed hour of news, tales, opinions, and gamer emails! And remember, if you'd like to send in your question to the show, use this link.

Show notes:

• Intro
• Adventures in MMOs: LOTRO, WoW Classic, ESO
• News: Equinox Homecoming's early access kicks off May 8
• News: Dune Awakening gears up for a big beta next month
• News: LOTRO's Update 44 arrives with the anniversary
• News: World of Warcraft's Update 11.1.5 is kind of a disaster
• News: New World blips back to life with update plans
• Mailbag: How should we honor developers?
• Outro

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