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Salem

Salem is a sandbox crafting MMO set in 17th century New England, built around the idea that players are not simply questing through a theme park, they are carving out a foothold in a harsh frontier. It pairs a persistent world with a dense web of skills and recipes, asking you to learn, specialize, and cooperate if you want your settlement to last.

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Publisher: Mortal Moments
Playerbase: Medium
Type: Crafting MMO
Release Date: June 19, 2015
PvP: Open World
Pros: +Large, persistent world shaped by players. +Crafting is intricate and rewarding. +Broad skill selection supports many playstyles.
Cons: -High barrier to entry for new players. -Reports of developer/GM misconduct. -Interface can feel awkward and fiddly.

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Magicka: Wizard Wars

Magicka: Wizard Wars is a competitive, action-focused MMO spin-off built around Magicka’s signature spellcrafting, letting players stack elements on the fly to create attacks, defenses, and utility. Most matches revolve around 4v4 brawls, with a lighter MOBA-style mode and a dedicated duel arena, all wrapped in the series’ playful tone and over-the-top magical chaos.

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Publisher: Paradox Interactive
Playerbase: Medium
Type: MMO PvP
Release Date: May 27, 2014
Shut Down Date: July 21, 2016
Pros: +Spell-combo combat that feels genuinely different. +Short, easy-to-queue matches. +High-tempo fights with constant decision-making.
Cons:-Connection and latency problems. -Missing player reporting tools. -No ranked matchmaking for competitive sorting.

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