Ten years ago, the launch of EverQuest arguably changed the gaming industry forever. Its combination of gameplay, story and cosmetic appeal was precisely what gamers had been waiting for and would soon be the inspiration for many great, and some not so great games to come. Over the years, Sony Online Entertainment has released a number of subsequent EverQuest games set in the world of Norrath; most notable of which being EverQuest Online Adventures and EverQuest II. While both titles continue to retain an active player-base, lately "Will there be an EverQuest III?" has been an increasingly popular subject. Keep reading for official confirmation that "EverQuest Next" is in development.

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EverQuest is celebrating its 10th anniversary in March, but that's not the only game in the franchise celebrating this year. Today marks the sixth birthday of EverQuest Online Adventures!

EQOA turns 6 years old today! (Awww, isn't it cute ?) And just like most 6 year-olds, EQOA's main goal in life is to have fun and...well, play! We want to thank everyone who has adventured with us in Norrath over the past 6 years and we hope you'll continue to play with us for a long time to come. Happy Birthday!

Be sure to stop by the forums and decorate a birthday cake in honor of this grand occasion with us!

We here at Allakhazam would like to wish EQOA and its team a very happy anniversary!

EverQuest Online Adventures posted a new Town Observer!
The Town Observer is our chance to highlight some of the fantastic videos that you, the players, have made for EverQuest Online Adventures. This week we stop by to watch some awesome action and some entertaining tunes in "EQoA Weekend Warriors Destruction".
The video is on youtube!

SOE today issued a press release regarding new events in EQOA!

Scheduled to begin on October 31st, EverQuest Online Adventures (EQOA) will officially kick-off fishing season with its first ever in-game fishing tournament. Players can grab their rods and reels and seek out the best locations as weekly prizes will be awarded for catching special tagged fish. Anglers who are able to lure in the tagged fish will be awarded an in-game pet as a reward. The tournament is scheduled to culminate on November 15th, so time is limited. Join in the fun and hook a big one!
The release includes a bunch of new fall activities, as well as a list of the newest enhancements!


The latest producer's letter for EQOA has been published!  Sapphyra updates us on the ongoings with development of EQOA.  Check it:
Hail, travelers of Norrath!

Get ready as the winds of exciting new changes move through Norrath….

March is one of my favorite months – everything starts to come to life again from the cold of winter, and it's a month of vibrance. Almost as the old calendar changed from February, the sun turned itself up a notch. This month also brought some long anticipated updates, from The Luck quest, to the alternate Plane of Disease ability quest, to a promised pass over Master Classes, and much more. April brings a few more changes like Zaroan Plateau access changes and Alchemist reward exchanges.
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SONY ONLINE ENTERTAINMENT MEDIA ALERT

 

EVERQUEST® ONLINE ADVENTURES™ MARCH MADNESS…

The Adventure Continues With The Plane Of Disease,

Master Class Balancing And The Luck Of The Irish

 

WHAT:                 Plane of Disease (PoD) Alternate Ability Quest!

Looking for a little more action in your adventure? The Plane of Disease Alternate Ability Quest challenges even the most talented warriors – Only a few adventurers have ever been able to earn their PoD ability…until now. If you are brave enough, and a level 60 player, try your luck with this quest. Do you have what it takes to get your Plane of Disease ability?

 

Master Class Balancing!

Looking to Add a Little Class to Your Character?  Some Caster and Healer Master Classes have reduced requirements. Check out the updated class mastery path and find new ways to customize your character to greatness.  Some updates include:

·   New Shadowknight abilities include the introduction of the new and improved Darkness line which allows you to mercilessly blind and damage your enemies.

·   Get to Master Class faster if you are a Caster or Healer. Check out the updated class mastery path and you'll find a much faster path to greatness, but be careful, there is always a new challenge waiting ahead!

Check out all latest enhancements!

The Luck Quest Returns!

The luck of the Irish transcends into Norrath as a special St. Patty's Day event comes to EQOA! To celebrate this holiday, we are bringing back the Luck Quest. Now players of all levels can earn double XP for 72 hours, or death – whichever comes first…

 

WHEN:                 March 14, 2007

Sony Online Entertainment celebrates the fourth anniversary of EQOA with treasured gifts and special in game quests for all adventurers!  Rejoice in the fourth year of the EQOA adventure by claiming your anniversary present today. Characters, level 15 and over, can claim an Anniversary Certificate, which will allow a second reset of their path abilities.  Satisfied with your current path?  Find a seller for this rare and unique item on auction or give it as a gift because it’s tradable.  For those that haven’t quite made it to level 15, other unique and exciting gifts will be granted during the celebration to aide you along the adventure! 

This anniversary also presents the prospect of peace in the land of Norrath…almost!  Assistance is needed to fight against invading forces storming the gates of Freeport, Halas, Forkwatch, Klick`Anon, Hazinak, and Misty Thicket.  Quest in the name of Norrath and help these cities!  Join the battle and you will be handsomely rewarded!

Commemorate the anniversary, collect exciting new rewards and embark on the new fast-action questing adventures that you have come to love, waiting for you in EQOA! 

February 12, 2007 at EverQuestOnlineAdventures.station.sony.com

**The Florist** -Adventurers, love is in the air. If you are so inclined, see Nate Flowerchild to aid in her time of need. When you complete the quest, send an email to eqoacontests@soe.sony.com with exact names of the items you’ve received. Please do NOT post them on the forums. The first correct e-mail received from an adventurer from each of the six live servers will receive a special surprise! To obtain more information or to view the Official Rules, please visit http://eqoa.station.sony.com/content.vm?page=The%20Florist%20Contest. **Happy Third Anniversary** -Weeblegnogin in Highpass is handing out some slightly imperfect attempts at a pickclaw illusion. -Adventurers of all levels should seek out Yalie Keylotta for a bit more information about the shoddy pickclaw key. -Particularly strong adventurers may find another way to benefit the cities that are being invaded... -We're extremely excited to be celebrating EQOA's third birthday with you! Cheers to another fantastic year! **Miscellaneous** -Guard Zex is much more receptive to chatting about a certain old fogey as required by Jebdo. -The Shawl of the Winter Queen is now no trade.
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**Pickclaw Invaders!** -It was indeed too quiet for comfort. A new threat has begun to attack Misty Thicket and Highpass! Assistance from adventurers of all levels is requested.
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