EverQuest Legends (EQL), officially released on July 28th, is a remake of the 1999 classic EverQuest. It retains the original's iconic art style, map areas, loot, and music, but its core gameplay has been boldly innovated. Whether you're a returning EverQuest veteran or a brand-new adventurer, this guide will walk you through the fastest and most efficient path from level 1 to 50 in EverQuest Legends. The Biggest Innovation: Multi-Class In EverQuest Legends, you don't need a full party of over ten people to tackle high-difficulty content like in the original. The game was designed from the ground up to support flexible gameplay in solo, small group (up to 4 players), or raid (up to 8 players) modes. At the heart of all this is its multi-class system. This is EQL's core mechanic. Simply put, your character possesses all the skills and spells of three classes simultaneously: Primary Class: Selected during character creation, restricted by race. Permanently locked after level 11 and cannot be changed. Second Class: Freely selectable during character creation. Third Class: Unlocked at level 10. From level 1 to 10, all classes (even those you haven't chosen) will gain experience at the same rate. This experience is not shared but duplicated. This means that when you reach level 10, all classes will be at level 10. Therefore, at this stage, you can prioritize classes that are strong at lower levels, such as Necromancer and Rogue, to improve early-game leveling efficiency. Levels 10-20: Teleportation and Binding, Unlocking Free Farming Level 10 Key: Gate Spell Acquisition After reaching level 10, you can go to any spell merchant to purchase and memorize Gate Spell - even if your primary class is not a spellcaster. This spell allows you to instantly return to your Bind Point, greatly increasing mobility. Level 12 Goal: Bind Affinity Level any class that can learn Bind Affinity to level 12 to obtain this key spell. It allows you to set a new Bind Point at any location. Combined with Origin AA skill that comes with the game at the start, you can easily travel freely between farming spots and your starting city. Levels 20-30: Classic Dungeons and First Legendary Item Najena: Journeyman's Boots Najena is a must-visit for levels 20-30, as it drops Journeyman's Boots. In classic EQ, obtaining them requires a long and arduous quest chain, while in EQL, they can be acquired simply by grinding in Najena. These boots provide a permanent movement speed boost, making them invaluable for traversing the map. Unrest and Permafrost While these areas haven't been reworked (the development team has promised future updates), they remain viable options for levels 20-30. Permafrost, Lady Vox's lair, while not reworked, is easily accessible through instancing, making it a comfortable leveling spot for players in this category—essentially having a private ice cave. Solusek's Eye and Runnyeye Solusek's Eye: Located in Lavastorm, adjacent to Najena. Runnyeye: Accessible from Misty Thicket, near Rivervale. However, these two locations are also dungeons where players around level 20 can level up. But since their level range is similar to the areas mentioned earlier, it's not necessary to farm all four consecutively. Choose two as your primary leveling spots. If you level a second character later, you can explore the other two. Levels 30-42: Remastered Dungeons and Efficiency Priority Lair of the Splitpaw Splitpaw is located in South Karana and is Gnoll's lair. After the remaster, its internal layout is clear - low-level monsters are near the entrance, and high-level monsters are deeper inside. The level range is 25-42, making it ideal for leveling from 30 to 42. The equipment and loot have been optimized, making it a prime location for your first leveling session. Difficulty Level Selection EverQuest Legends allows you to adjust the dungeon difficulty (D0~D4+). For your first leveling session, it's recommended to stay in the D0~D2 range. This isn't because you can't handle higher difficulties, but because the higher health of monsters at higher difficulties leads to longer kill times, reducing overall efficiency. Quick kills > challenging higher-level enemies - this is the ironclad rule for the first 50 levels. Levels 42-50: Sprint and Plane Preparation Area Selection: Nagafen's Lair or Lower Guk Nagafen's Lair: Dense with Kobold, bats, and insect-type monsters; stable experience. Lower Guk (divided into Live and Dead sides): Classic area; rich loot. Both areas can support you from level 42 to at least level 46. Once you reach level 46, you can start entering Plane of Sky to challenge Dragons. However, as your character begins to challenge higher-level content, the spell and gear level requirements will gradually increase. At this point, you can buy EverQuest Legends Platinum at IGGM.com to quickly improve your combat strength and focus more on dungeons and boss challenges. Why is level 46 enough? By level 46, you can already wear most of the gear obtained from Plane of Sky, such as the Rubicite Breastplate for life regeneration and the Cloak of Flames or Sky Belt for haste. At this point, instead of rushing to level 50, a smarter approach is to spend time farming key gear in the Plane after reaching level 50, preparing for the subsequent leveling cycle. After Level 50: Cycle Leveling, Harvesting AA The First Level 50 Is The Beginning Once your first three-class combination reaches level 50, stay at that level and focus on farming gear from Planes and bosses. Once you have enough Regen, Haste, and high AC gear, start leveling your second class again. Although you still need to start from level 10, this time with top-tier gear. Why do this? The rate of Alternate Advancement (AA) experience gain depends on the difference between your character's level and the monster's level. Lower-level characters gain AA experience much more efficiently when killing higher-level monsters. A low-level character equipped with top-tier gear can easily defeat monsters of significantly higher levels in D3-D4 difficulty, while simultaneously acquiring a large number of Motes. These Motes can be used to upgrade spells or further enhance equipment. At this point, you have a complete EverQuest Legends leveling path. Make good use of the multi-class system, acquiring key equipment at each stage. May every drop be worthwhile, and may every adventure bring new rewards.

You might still be playing FUT 26, but you have likely also been keeping an eye on pre-order details for the new title, especially given the anticipated impact of the powerful new The Grounds feature. As we move into August 2026, EA Sports FC 26 enters the final two months of its lifecycle. However, even if you have already pre-ordered FUT 27, you shouldn't simply coast through the remainder of FC 26; in fact, it is worth investing even more effort now. During this roughly 60-day window, you should actively complete new FC 26 events that offer rewards usable in FC 27. Simultaneously, you should begin adjusting your mindset and pace to prepare for the early-game grind of FIFA 27, which kicks off in September. To help you achieve these goals, we provide a deep dive into key strategies for wrapping up FC 26 on a high note and ensuring a seamless transition to FC 27, covering everything from gameplay experiences to the carry-over of assets across generations. What does wrapping up FUT 26 entail? First, it is important to clarify that the launch of FIFA 27 does not mean FC 26 becomes unplayable. However, there will be no new events or player cards released, and the pool of available opponents in online modes will shrink. Consequently, once the current FC 26 FUTTIES Team 2 concludes, liquidity in the tradeable player market, and the potential for card values to appreciate, will gradually diminish, effectively dropping to zero by the time FC 27 launches. Beyond that point, with the exception of a handful of ultra-rare, top-tier cards, the vast majority of standard player cards will lose their value for both collecting and gameplay. Given this dynamic, when managing your remaining FUT 26 assets, your first step should be to immediately sell any tradeable items, such as the aforementioned player cards facing depreciation and various consumables, to generate extra FC 26 coins. You might wonder if this is necessary, considering that FC 26 coins cannot be carried over to FC 27. However, you can use them to actively participate in potential new FIFA 26 events and unlock packs, ensuring you get the best possible experience during this final phase of the game. Potential FUT 26 Pre-Season Event Although not yet officially announced, based on last year's pattern, EA FC 26 is expected to launch Pre-Season event lasting about a month, starting around mid-August. During this period, new SBCs or Objectives will be released; completing them earns you player card rewards that are untradeable but carry over to FUT 27. These cards are not brand-new designs but are based on popular player items from the past year, ensuring you can make smoother progress in FUT 27 even without pre-order bonuses. However, note that these rewards are not distributed immediately upon Early Access or official launch of FIFA 27; they usually arrive a few weeks later. So, don't be surprised if you don't see them in your account right away. Also, if you are short on time, you don't necessarily have to participate in every FUT 26 Pre-Season activity, such as SBCs that are impossible to complete or objectives that are too difficult. FC Points carry-over Aside from Pre-Season rewards, the only other asset that carries over from the old EA FC game to the new one is FC Points; other resources like coins and game progress will start from scratch in FIFA 27. To ensure a smooth transfer of remaining FC Points, make sure you use the same EA Account for both FUT 26 and 27; the onetime transfer will occur when you log in to FIFA 27 for the first time. If you don't have many points left in FUT 26 but frequently use this premium currency, it is recommended that you pre-order FIFA 27 Ultimate or Ultimate Plus Edition as early as possible. These editions grant you 2,000 FC Points monthly for the first three or five months of playing FIFA 27, respectively, and the additional Premium Season Pass benefits can save you from consuming points on the pass itself. How to prepare for FIFA 27? Transitioning from FUT 26 to 27 involves more than just a change in game version; it entails a reset of the game's economy and competitive meta, so your preparations should cover various aspects. Adjust your mindset early In the final stages of FUT 26, you might be enjoying an incredibly fast-paced experience thanks to accumulated coins and maxed-out rare cards. However, upon transitioning to the start of FUT 27, you will likely face the predicament of a starting lineup consisting only of standard cards, with key players possessing merely average pace and passing accuracy. While you know this is perfectly normal for the early stages of a new game, overcoming the sense of frustration can be difficult in the short term. Therefore, it is worth starting some down-scaling practice while still playing FUT 26. For instance, during the final two weeks, you could voluntarily switch to a squad made entirely of gold cards and play ten matches. This helps you quickly regain a feel for a more basic, yet more challenging, style of play, preventing a losing streak caused by the adjustment in gameplay dynamics when FIFA 27 launches. Plan your resource allocation in advance If you have pre-ordered FIFA 27, you will receive pre-order bonuses based on your edition once the game goes live. These include FC Points that can be redeemed for packs, as well as boosts that allow you to earn FIFA 27 coins faster than others. Without a plan, it is easy to succumb to the temptation of quickly consuming those points or coins on a heap of items, only to realize later that you wasted a significant amount of resources. Keep an eye on new changes in FC 27 Beyond the released trailers and leaked information, more details regarding new content, such as adjustments to player attributes and optimizations to specific match mechanics, are likely to be revealed over the coming two months. These changes will directly impact your experience in FIFA 27; the sooner you are informed, the more confident you can navigate the game once FUT 27 launches. Summary During the final two months of FUT 26 lifecycle, you should make the most of August by experiencing all potential new events and enjoying the sheer fun of playing with fully maxed-out player cards. Once September begins, you can slow down your pace while maintaining basic engagement; focus on completing tasks that offer cross-generation rewards for FIFA 27 and gradually deplete your coin reserves. With just one week to go before the launch of FUT 27 (or its early access period), it is a good idea to stop playing FIFA 26; this ensures you remain curious and fully focused when you dive into FUT 27. If you are a long-time fan of FIFA series, the information shared here will certainly prove useful. Your next step? Dive straight into the recently launched FUTTIES Team 2!