Below is a list of the FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) as presented by the EQLegends Team. This page was last updated 4/13/26.
What is EverQuest Legends?
Tell us the premise of the game. How does it differ from EverQuest?
EverQuest Legends is a newly reimagined version of the original 1999 EverQuest, developed by Daybreak Game Company in collaboration with independent studio Game Jawn. Designed as a solo-friendly experience, it brings back the classic look, feel, and music of the original game while incorporating modern quality-of-life enhancements. The game is set to launch on PC in July 2026, with a closed beta test scheduled for April 2026.
“Experience Classic EverQuest – EverQuest Legends features all of the magic and nostalgia of classic EverQuest, including the original art style, graphics, zones, spell effects, loot, and music. Enjoy the game as it hasn’t been seen, heard, or experienced in over 20 years.”
Company Info
Is this an official Daybreak game?
EverQuest Legends is an official game within the EverQuest franchise, created by Daybreak Games in collaboration with indie studio Game Jawn. The effort is being led by senior members of both companies:
Embrwo: David Youssefi – Daybreak Games, Executive Producer
Secrets: Eda Spause – Game Jawn, CEO and Technical Director
Rogean: Sean Norton – Game Jawn, Senior Engineer
Ailia: Rae Brewer – Game Jawn, Senior Technical Designer
Who or what is Game Jawn?
Game Jawn is a team of passionate, EQ-obsessed fans who are also talented game developers, designers, and artists.
Where does the name Game Jawn come from?
Jawn is a colloquial term from the Philadelphia area that is akin to “This is my jam,” so Game Jawn means that games are our jam.
How does the EverQuest team at Darkpaw Games feel about the new kid on the block?
They are happy to have a new sibling in the family! Read the EQ Note to the Community here: https://www.everquest.com/news/eq-note-to-the-community
Timeline
When is Beta?
Beta is expected this April. A precise date has not yet been set. Be sure to sign up at https://www.everquestlegends.com/ so that we can email you if you are accepted into Beta.
4/10/26 – Updated:
Beta will commence on April 24th, 2026. The exact time will be determined by the Dev Team and is dependent on many moving pieces, please be patient that day! There is still time to sign up for your chance for Beta at https://www.everquestlegends.com/. Those accepted into each Beta wave will receive an email at the address you register there.
Will everyone who signed up for Beta get in? If not, how do you decide who to invite?
We will be ramping up Beta invites as we get closer to launch. We are still working on the invitation process and will share more information when it is available.
When will EQL launch?
Launch will be in July. Yes, this year.
What additional content is coming?
Additional content and expansions will be scheduled by the Dev team and announced when they have a solid roadmap for each.
Kunark is definitely in the works, dates to be determined. The Dev team is also working on additional content and features, to be announced.
Hardware and Software
What platforms will EQL be released on?
At this time, PC only. There are no current plans for MAC, Linux or others. The game will not be on Steam at launch, but may be released on Steam at a later time.
Will EQL use the existing EQ launcher or something new?
EQL will use its own, modern, 64-bit launcher on the Daybreak platform.
You will need a Daybreak Account to play EQL.
What are the system requirements for EQL? Is it the same as for EQ?
MINIMUM SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS:
OS: Windows 7 SP1 + Platform Update 64-bit or newer
Processor: Intel Core i7-4771 / AMD Athlon X4 840
Memory: 4 GB RAM
Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 780 Ti / AMD Radeon HD 7970 (hardware feature level 11_0 or greater)
Network: Broadband Internet Connection
Hard Drive: 20 GB of free hard drive space
OPTIMAL RECOMMENDED SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS:
OS: Windows 10 64-bit or newer
Processor: Intel Core i5-9600K / AMD Ryzen 5 3600X
Memory: 8 GB RAM
Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 / AMD Radeon RX 5700 (hardware feature level 11_1 or greater)
Network: Broadband Internet Connection
Hard Drive: 20 GB of free hard drive space
Is there a plan to support game play with controllers and foot pedals, especially for handicapped folks, or people who want to use Steamdeck?
This is definitely something we want to do post-launch.
Monetization Information
Will EQL be free-to-play? One time purchase? Subscription?
EQ Legends will not be F2P. The game will have an upfront fee and will operate with a subscription model. We believe the pricing will be at the lower end of most players’ expectations. We will provide more details soon.
Will there be a charge to play Beta?
Beta will be free for those chosen from the players who registered at https://www.everquestlegends.com/ You will need a Daybreak account in order to participate, but no fees will apply. We appreciate your help in polishing our game!
Will I be able to use Krono or All-Access Membership to play EQL?
EQL will have its own subscription outside of All-Access. The game will not use Krono or anything similar to Krono.
Will there be microtransactions through an in-game marketplace?
There will be cosmetic and utility items offered for sale in game, which in no way impact power. For example, we will include xp potions, and some special new items that can be used to customize your character.
Is Daybreak hosting the servers?
Yes, EQL will be hosted on Daybreak’s servers and supported by the Daybreak platform team. A strong, stable infrastructure is essential to our success.
How many servers will there be at launch?
We will stand up as many servers as are needed, based on demand. We will have servers in the U.S. and Europe.
Will we be able to transfer between servers to join friends and family who started elsewhere?
This is still being determined.
Can we transfer characters from EQ to EQL or vice versa?
There will be no character transfers between the two games.
Can I rent or own my own server and invite anyone I want to it?
Not at this time.
Will there be PVP servers in Beta or at launch? Team PvP servers?
There are no plans to operate a PvP server at this time.
Account Information
Does EQL allow Multiboxing?
No.
Updated 4/10/26:
EQL will be enforcing True Box, which means that only one client will be allowed per computer. The game has been designed in such a way that boxing is not needed, and changes have been made to discourage it.
What is the plan to combat AI botting in game?
We will be using anti-cheat technology.
If my whole family wants to play, do I need to get our IP whitelisted?
No.
Gameplay
What races will be available in Beta and launch?
15 races will be available at launch, including all 12 of the original EverQuest races: Human, Barbarian, Half-Elf, Wood Elf, High Elf, Dark Elf, Dwarf, Gnome, Erudite, Halfling, Ogre, Troll, plus Kerran, Iksar and Froglok!
Kerran, Iksar, and Frogloks were not in the original launch of EverQuest in 1999, where do these races start in EQL?
Iksar will emerge from a newly created zone, an encampment linked to the shores of North Ro.
Frogloks will spawn in Norrath in Rathe Mountains. Their appearance is in keeping with the Frogloks in original EQ. Kerran will start on Kerra Isle.
Will Iksar still be considered “evil” or will they be neutral in EQL?
Iksar are not well liked by anyone, however they are more slightly more tolerant of outsiders than the Kunark natives, except those who worship a specific entity.
How do Kerrans differ from Vah Shir in classic EverQuest?
You’ll have to play and find out.
Will you add any new races over time?
There are no plans to add additional races at launch. New races may certainly be added in the future.
Can you explain how multiclassing works? Can I be a Dwarven Wizard?
At character creation, your first class will be determined by the selection associated with your race. For Dwarves, this would be Warrior, Paladin, Cleric, Berserker, andRogue. You can then choose ANY class as your secondary, and at level 10, any third class!
We hear that you can switch out your classes and potentially level all of them to 50! Can the class-switching be done on the fly, say in the middle of a raid? What is the process?
Race and Primary Class combinations can be changed in any major city among the options you have unlocked. Non-primary classes can be changed without needing any unlocks.
With characters and equipment as powerful as they sound, will this just trivialize the game?
The baseline difficulty is roughly the same as 1999 EverQuest, although your character can grow much stronger. As your character gains epic strength, you can notch up the difficulty and gain better rewards using the difficulty system.
If I have three pet classes as my build, can I call out three pets?
Pets will be limited to one per player, at this time.
Will AA (Alternate Advancement) be in at launch?
Passive AAs will be available from level 1 on. Active AAs will become available at appropriate levels.
What is the rate of experience gain in EQL?
Experience will come in more slowly than in the current live version of EverQuest, but faster than EverQuest in 1999. You can increase the xp gain by increasing the difficulty of your zone – if you dare. Your characters are also immensely more powerful, with the ability to “stack” equipment stats, so your individual times to level will vary.
Are there “Hell Levels” for experience, as there were in original EQ?
No, the modern smooth experience curve is in effect.
Do Ogres gain experience more slowly, as in original EQ?
All class and race modifiers to experience have been removed.
What zones will be available in Beta and Launch?
All Classic EverQuest zones on Antonica, Faydwer and Odus. More content and zones will be released over time and announced well in advance by the Dev Team.
Will Plane of Fear and Plane of Hate be available in Beta and Launch?
Absolutely. Good luck.
Will zones be instanced?
Players will have the option to create instanced versions of open world zones. Special solo-only instances will also be available for raid content. Some limits will apply to how often a player can create an instanced zone.
Will there be any brand new or retooled zones for us to experience?
Yes.
How do the varying difficulty settings work in zones?
Each zone has five levels of difficulty for you to choose from – with harder settings, more exp will be earned and higher quality rewards will drop.
What about the East Commonlands Tunnel? Will it be the center of direct trade in EQL?
To accommodate for the server load, a separate instance has been created just for players who want to hang out there. For folks just passing through, there’s a non-instanced version of the East Commonlands Tunnel set up as well.
Will there be a Bazaar zone for offline selling of items?
There will be a game feature that allows item trading and selling. More details coming soon.
Miscellaneous
Is there housing in game at launch or planned for later?
Yes, at launch. The will be accessible from the East Commonlands Tunnel.
Will there be Guild Halls at launch or later on?
Not at launch.
Do snakes kick in EQL?
Of course, kicking is a core ability of the race of legless reptiles. Watch out for monk class snakes, they’ve picked up some much more terrifying tricks.
Will there by dyes in game?
Dyes will not be available, however alternative appearance customization tools will be.
Will /gems be in game?
It is indeed. Enjoy!
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