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Pokémon Champions on Nintendo Switch does not require a Nintendo Switch Online subscription to play online battles, though optional paid memberships offer extra features. Separately, Overwatch's Switch version is awaiting a 60 FPS fix, director Zach Cregger is working on a new sci-fi film, and Marty O’Donnell has received a surprising political endorsement. Additionally, Star Trek: Resurgence is being delisted, Elden Ring movie casting rumors are circulating, and Grand Theft Auto Online's financial leaks surprisingly boosted Take-Two's stock. PlayStation 5 sales have surged in the US, Horizon Zero Dawn is reportedly coming to PlayStation Plus Extra, and classic Warhammer games are now on Steam. Finally, giving away Graveyard Keeper for free led to significant DLC sales, and the unique game Mouse: PI For Hire is gaining attention.
Blizzard finally decided to make boosting much harder in WoW Classic’s Burning Crusade dungeons
Blizzard Entertainment is implementing changes to World of Warcraft: The Burning Crusade Classic dungeons to curb boosting. Experience will no longer be awarded to players not participating in combat, and loot drops will be adjusted based on the number of players fighting bosses. These changes are intended to discourage players from being boosted through dungeons without actively participating.
New World of Warcraft Midnight class tuning update reduces the dramatic gap between healers
Blizzard Entertainment is implementing significant class tuning changes in the upcoming World of Warcraft update 12.0.5, 'Lingering Shadows,' to balance healer performance. The update aims to reduce the disparity between different healer classes, with nerfs for Discipline Priest, Preservation Evoker, and Mistweaver Monk, and buffs for Holy Paladin, Restoration Druid, and Restoration Shaman. Community manager Bethany Hudson detailed these adjustments, which will also include some PvP specific changes for Mistweaver Monks.
Blizzard is assisting with Fable's cinematics, while the Sea of Thieves team is lending its expertise to quirky pottery brawler Kiln
Xbox's studios are collaborating on various projects, with Blizzard assisting Playground Games with Fable's cinematics and Rare lending multiplayer expertise to Double Fine's Kiln. This cross-studio support aims to leverage unique strengths without compromising individual studio cultures, as explained by Xbox's chief content officer Matt Booty.
Diablo 4's Evil Mommy Lilith Sure Seems A Lot Less, Well, Evil Now
The upcoming Diablo 4 expansion, Lord of Hatred, will feature a significantly altered role for Lilith, who appears less antagonistic in a newly revealed cinematic. Players will team up with Lilith against Mephisto, who has regained his strength and is manipulating a religion. The expansion introduces two new classes, Paladin and Warlock, alongside reworked skill trees and new endgame systems.
One Key Part Of Fable Is Getting Outside Help
Blizzard Entertainment's cinematic team is assisting Playground Games with the cinematics for the upcoming Fable reboot. Microsoft's chief content officer Matt Booty highlighted this collaboration as an example of internal studio synergy. The Fable reboot is slated for release this fall, with recent speculation suggesting a potential delay to 2027 to avoid launching alongside Grand Theft Auto 6.
Overwatch 2 Mercy Gets Guardian Angel Changes in Latest Patch
Blizzard Entertainment has implemented changes to Mercy's Guardian Angel ability in the latest Overwatch 2 patch. The community is divided, with some players hopeful for improved mobility and survivability, while others worry about disrupting established gameplay mechanics and skill expression. The impact of these adjustments on Mercy's role in the meta and the overall support experience remains to be seen.
Xbox CCO details unified approach for next-gen Project Helix console
Microsoft's Xbox division is adopting a unified approach for its next-generation console, codenamed Project Helix, with close collaboration between hardware and development teams. CCO Matt Booty highlighted early involvement from publishing and development in planning and specs, and cross-studio support, such as Blizzard assisting Playground Games with Fable. Xbox VP Jason Ronald mentioned the console will leverage new technology developed with AMD and aims for alpha versions by 2027.
Overwatch Players Want to Keep Their Hard-Earned Competitive Signatures Forever
Overwatch players are expressing frustration over the current system where competitive drive signatures are replaced every three months, preventing them from showcasing past achievements. A popular suggestion is to allow players to select any earned signature as a permanent customization option. This change is seen as a quality-of-life improvement that could also boost player engagement and retention by giving more lasting value to cosmetic rewards.
Overwatch Players Want The New Hero's Ultimate To Be Nerfed
Players are calling for Blizzard Entertainment to nerf the ultimate ability of the new Overwatch hero, Sierra, due to its massive damage output. Concerns have also been raised about her auto-aim ability. Additionally, a recent performance update for Overwatch on Nintendo Switch has worsened frame rates, with Blizzard promising a hotfix.
Diablo 4: Lord of Hatred – Lilith Returns in New In-Game Cutscene | IGN First
An in-game cutscene for Diablo 4: Lord of Hatred, the upcoming second expansion for Blizzard's action-RPG, has been revealed. This expansion is the focus of IGN's April "cover story" coverage, with exclusive content being released throughout the month.
World of Warcraft explains next week’s void assaults and ritual sites
World of Warcraft's Patch 12.0.5, launching April 21st, will introduce new in-game activities: Ritual Sites and Void Assaults. Ritual Sites are instanced group content for one to five players, while Void Assaults are zone-wide events culminating in a large boss fight. Both activities will offer new vendor items, including mounts and housing decorations.
New Overwatch hero Sierra's "instant kill" ult slammed as OP by players, even if the rest of her kit is…
Players are expressing concerns about the balance of the new Overwatch hero, Sierra, particularly her ultimate ability which is described as an "instant kill." While her ultimate is considered overpowered, some players feel her core kit is not engaging or satisfying to play. Blizzard is expected to address player feedback with potential buffs and nerfs in an upcoming mid-season update.
Jobs Roundup: April 2026 | Sega Europe appoints Irina Kim as chief financial officer
This article rounds up recent executive appointments across the gaming industry. Notable changes include Irina Kim as CFO of Sega Europe, Joost Hagesteijn leading Roblox's European operations, and Andy Norman appointed COO of CodeDev. Several other key roles have also been filled at companies like Astragon Entertainment, Rovio, and Blizzard Entertainment.
Jobs Roundup: April 2026 | Frederik Hammes appointed managing director of Gamescom organiser
Several key appointments have been made across the gaming industry. Frederik Hammes is the new managing director of Game Events GmbH, the organizer of Gamescom, succeeding Stephan Reichart. Rovio has appointed Smith Dela Pena as performance marketing lead for Angry Birds Dream Blast, and Yolanda Zhang is the new senior product manager for Diablo Immortal at Blizzard Entertainment. Additionally, Andy Norman has joined CodeDev as COO, and Tom Goldberger is the new vice president of gaming at DDA.
WoW: Midnight's Mythic+ Dungeons Are Too Easy, So Blizzard Is Adding Even More Rewards
Blizzard Entertainment is adding new rewards and achievements to World of Warcraft's Mythic+ dungeons in patch 12.0.5 due to the current season being easier than previous ones. These additions include new mounts for players who reach specific rating thresholds, with the goal of providing ongoing rewards for dedicated players. The update also introduces new solo content like Void Assaults and a prop hunt mode.
After making Mythic+ slightly too easy in World of Warcraft: Midnight, Blizzard's adding new high-end rewards for…
Blizzard Entertainment is introducing new high-end rewards for Mythic+ content in World of Warcraft: Midnight, following a season where the endgame dungeon experience was made slightly easier. This update aims to reintroduce challenge and reward for players engaging with the game's most difficult content.
Overwatch is 'broken' on Nintendo Switch 2 as Blizzard promises 60fps patch
Players are reporting that the Nintendo Switch 2 version of Overwatch is not achieving the promised 60fps, with performance seemingly locked to 30fps. Blizzard Entertainment has acknowledged the issue and is working on a patch to resolve the frame rate limitations. Until then, players are advised to use PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, or PC versions.
Overwatch's Switch 2 version is currently missing the promised 60 FPS boost, but a fix is coming soon
The Nintendo Switch 2 version of Overwatch is currently not delivering its advertised 60 FPS performance boost, with players reporting it is locked at 30 FPS. Blizzard Entertainment is aware of the issue and is working on a fix. This oversight has led to disappointment and questions about quality assurance for the port.
Blizzard promises an Overwatch patch for its embattled Nintendo Switch 2 port as fans say the hero shooter runs worse…
Blizzard Entertainment has acknowledged performance issues with the Nintendo Switch version of Overwatch, which launched with Season 2. Players reported that the hero shooter runs worse than expected, failing to meet the promised "up to 60fps" performance seen on PlayStation 4 and Xbox One. The company has promised a patch to address these problems.
