Blizzard is adjusting Diablo 4's Mythic item system following player dissatisfaction with Season 14's changes. The developer will now guarantee two stats on Mythics, with one re-rollable, to balance player desires with game longevity. These changes aim to make powerful items more accessible while addressing concerns about excessive randomness.
Riot Games is reportedly very close to achieving financial self-sustainability for its esports operations. This progress is attributed to a business model shift towards digital items and revenue sharing. Increased viewership and player engagement are key factors in this development.
Players of the Japanese high school simulator Gakuran can now access new codes. These codes provide free rerolls for character stats, hair, and outfits. Redeeming them is simple within the Roblox experience.
Alleged details for the Splinter Cell remake suggest a return to linear gameplay with expanded non-lethal options. The game is reportedly utilizing the Snowdrop engine for enhanced visuals and destructible environments. Despite ongoing development, the project is described as being in a fragile state with a potential 2027 release.
This week's PC game releases showcase a vast array of genres. Players can explore new RPGs, simulators, and action titles. Early access launches and unique indie games continue to dominate the landscape.
EA Sports FC 26 continues to lead the UK software sales charts, boosted by World Cup interest. Nintendo titles like Tomodachi Life and Mario Kart World consistently rank high, showing strong player engagement. Recent debuts include Mouse: P.I. For Hire at seventh place, while new releases like Rhythm Heaven Groove and The Adventures of Elliot also chart well.
A new character guide highlights Doctor Doom's versatile moveset in Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls. His abilities include Phase and Dash mechanics for offense and Nullify Shields for control. The 4v4 tag team fighter launches August 6th, with an open beta July 24th-26th.
The retro action-puzzle adventure ORPHEUS: TO HELL AND BACK has officially launched on Steam. Originally a Game Boy cartridge, the game features music-based combat and an 80s chibi-anime style. It is available for PC with English and Japanese language options.
Players can now hunt down all four formidable Legendary Ships in Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag Resynced. Success requires a fully upgraded Jackdaw, achievable by collecting 12 Ultimate Ship Plans. These plans are found in underwater locations and purchased from shipmasters after completing a specific mission.
Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag Resynced introduces new quests and mechanics unlocked progressively. Players can earn Data Fragments by completing timed anomalies like sinking corrupted ships. These fragments are used to unlock cosmetic items and keys within Animus projects.
Microsoft has initiated significant layoffs impacting its gaming division, sparking industry-wide shock and criticism. These job reductions extend beyond Xbox, affecting thousands across the company. CEO Satya Nadella acknowledges difficult decisions, emphasizing Xbox's value despite the cuts.
Xbox is reportedly considering selling Arkane Studios as part of a wider restructuring. Founder Raphael Colantonio has humorously asked for the studio's price. This follows recent layoffs and the closure of Arkane Austin.
Space Engineers 2 has received its latest major update, VS2.3, titled "Drive, Automate & Detonate." This significant patch introduces new gameplay mechanics including rovers and automation blocks. Previous updates have also added mechanical blocks, weapons, and economic features to the alpha build.
Development on Marvel's Blade at Arkane Lyon continues despite reports of internal delays and budget concerns. Microsoft's ongoing studio restructuring and potential sale of Arkane Lyon have cast a shadow over the game's future. However, Bethesda's Todd Howard has recently expressed positive impressions of the project's progress.
Bethesda is refocusing on its most successful game series following significant layoffs. This strategic shift aims to strengthen core intellectual properties like Elder Scrolls and Fallout. The company seeks a more stable foundation for future game development.
Xbox CEO Asha Sharma announced a goal to entertain over one billion people daily. This target is significantly larger than current platform user bases and faces skepticism. The strategy for reaching this ambitious figure remains unclear following recent layoffs.
Sony Interactive Entertainment will stop producing physical game discs for new releases. This shift to digital-only distribution begins in January 2028. The company cites changing consumer preferences as the primary reason for this decision.
The deep esports management simulation has officially launched. Players can now recruit talent, build rosters, and manage organizations. The game is available on Steam with a launch discount.
A debuff called Withering Contagion spread unintentionally outside its intended dungeon. This caused widespread player deaths in capital cities, reminiscent of a 2005 event. Blizzard has since fixed the bug.
Xbox is undergoing a significant restructuring, including substantial layoffs and the divestment of several internal studios. CEO Asha Sharma cited spreading resources too thin as a reason for the changes. Microsoft is also reportedly considering making Xbox a wholly-owned subsidiary to improve performance and accelerate first-party game releases.
