Phantasy Star Online 2 New Genesis broke new ground for the popular sci-fi action series back in 2021 by shifting to an open-world MMO format, although much of Phantasy Star Online 2's original content is still playable in this new standalone iteration. As an MMORPG with vertical progression and an extreme degree of character customization, Phantasy Star Online 2 New Genesis steadily releases updates that introduce new content to keep players engaged.