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A living, crowd-sourced catalogue of upcoming online worlds. Each profile is maintained by contributors and grows as we learn more.

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BitCraft Online

Sandbox MMORPG · Clockwork Labs

A single-world sandbox MMORPG from Clockwork Labs with deep crafting, settlement building, and a persistent shared economy. In Early Access since June 2025; 100,000 copies sold.

Early Access (EA2 relaunch February 2026, ongoing)#Sandbox
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Society Simulator MMO · Klang Games

A persistent society simulator MMO from Klang Games where every character is player-owned and the world runs continuously. Early Access launches July 21, 2026.

Early Access July 21, 2026 (Steam: autumn 2026)#Sandbox
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Monsters & Memories

Classic MMORPG · Niche Worlds Cult

A subscription-based indie MMORPG deliberately built in the EverQuest era mould: slow progression, group reliance, dangerous zones, no hand-holding. Early Access launches October 1, 2026.

Early Access October 1, 2026#MMORPG