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After playing a bunch of Midnight, I don't think I miss WoW's combat addons or my old class design at all
The author discusses their experience with World of Warcraft's Midnight, finding that the absence of UI addons and changes to class design have led to a more enjoyable gameplay experience. While acknowledging some limitations and differing opinions within the community, they express satisfaction with the current state of their Outlaw Rogue character and the game's core mechanics.
How to open the Rookery Cache in WoW Midnight
This guide explains how to open the Rookery Cache in World of Warcraft Midnight, located in Silvermoon City. Players need to purchase Tasty Meat from Farstrider Aerieminder and feed it to a Mischevious Chick to obtain the key. Opening the cache rewards players with Silvermoon Court reputation and the Sunwing Hatchling pet, contributing to the Treasures of the Eversong Woods achievement.
Our first look at Diablo 4's Warlock and the game's next season arrive in today's livestream - watch it here
Blizzard Entertainment held a Developer Update livestream revealing new details about Diablo 4's upcoming Warlock class and Season 12. The Warlock will be available with the Lord of Hatred expansion on April 28, while Season 12 begins March 10. The stream also covered the Killstreaks system and Bloodstained items.
Mini-MMO Eldegarde is sunsetting just six weeks after launch with whispers of an offline port
Notorious Studios is sunsetting its mini-MMO Eldegarde just six weeks after its 1.0 launch due to insufficient player traction to sustain the studio financially. While the game will be pulled from sale and go offline indefinitely at the end of the month, a small group of developers are exploring the possibility of an offline or client-side server version.
Evening Gatherings and Events
Gamescom 2026 has seen a 15% increase in registered exhibitors, with participation from over 40 countries. Industry veteran Rob Pardo, founder of Bonfire Studios and formerly of Blizzard Entertainment, is set to deliver keynotes at the event.
Diablo II: Resurrected Collaborates With bbno$ In A Wacky New Music Video, Save Me
Blizzard Entertainment has partnered with Canadian artist bbno$ for a music video promoting the Diablo II: Resurrected – Reign of Warlock DLC. The video features bbno$ in-game as a Warlock, alongside a drumming Deckard Cain, and is filled with Easter eggs for fans. The DLC, released on February 11, 2026, introduces the Warlock class and expanded endgame content for Diablo II: Resurrected across multiple platforms.
A 9,999,999 gold painting in World of Warcraft: Midnight sent secret finders on a hunt for the ultimate discount and one…
Players in World of Warcraft discovered a method to obtain an expensive in-game painting for a significantly reduced price of 999 gold, down from its initial 9,999,999 gold cost. This discount can be achieved by collecting fortunes from a specific NPC or trading them with other players.
Former Blizzard CCO and Bonfire CEO Rob Pardo to present keynote address at GDC Festival of Gaming
Rob Pardo, former Chief Creative Officer at Blizzard Entertainment and current manager at Bonfire Studios, will deliver a keynote address titled "An Odyssey in Building Games That Last" at the GDC Festival of Gaming. The presentation will cover his decades of experience in the industry, including his work on StarCraft, World of Warcraft, and Diablo, and his approach to game development at Bonfire Studios.
Overwatch's grand revamp event is a suffocating blip in an otherwise successful return to form
The author expresses renewed enjoyment for Overwatch following its recent revamp, but criticizes the "Conquest" event for its overly demanding and restrictive structure. Despite the event's flaws and a progression bug, the author anticipates its eventual end and hopes for better-designed future events from Blizzard.
How to get Brimming Arcana in Wow Midnight
This guide explains how to obtain Brimming Arcana in World of Warcraft Midnight by completing quests associated with the weekly Saltheril's Soiree event in Eversong Woods. Players must reach level 90 and complete specific quests like Honored Guests and High Esteem to unlock further weekly objectives that reward Brimming Arcana.
Overwatch is getting a bunch of Nier: Automata skins and at this point I'm convinced support mains are the only…
Blizzard Entertainment has announced a collaboration between Overwatch and Nier: Automata, introducing new skins for characters like Kiriko, Vendetta, Wuyang, Lifeweaver, and Mercy, based on Nier: Automata characters 2B, A2, and 9S. The collaboration, which also includes skins for Adam and Commander White, is set to launch on March 10, 2026, and will feature new cosmetic items for players.
How to get Hawkstriker Hatchling in WoW Midnight – One Adventurous Hatchling guide
This guide explains how to obtain the Hawkstrider Hatchling pet in WoW Midnight by completing the "One Adventurous Hatchling" quest. Players must reach level 80, complete the "Eversong in Reprise" achievement, and then undertake a series of simple quests in Eversong Woods, culminating in a 24-hour wait for the pet to hatch.
Blizzard announces next Diablo 4 developer update livestream
Blizzard Entertainment will host a Diablo 4 Developer Update Livestream on March 5, detailing the new Warlock class and upcoming seasonal content. The broadcast will cover the Warlock's abilities and lore, new Killstreak and Bloodstained item mechanics, and conclude with a Q&A. Viewers can earn in-game rewards by watching eligible Twitch or YouTube channels.
World of Warcraft: Midnight Brings Azeroth to Xbox – A Historic Console Debut
World of Warcraft: Midnight marks a historic console debut for the long-running MMORPG, launching on Xbox after two decades of PC exclusivity. Microsoft and Blizzard Entertainment have adapted the game for controller play, aiming to attract both hardcore players and newcomers to Azeroth. This transition reflects broader industry trends towards cross-platform accessibility and ecosystem integration.
World of Warcraft: Midnight Expansion Goes Live for All Players
The MMORPG expansion World of Warcraft: Midnight has officially launched for all players, concluding its early access period. This launch marks a significant moment for the long-running game, positioning it for its next phase amidst a competitive gaming landscape. Blizzard Entertainment's decision to move from early access to full availability aims to balance rewarding dedicated players with broad accessibility.
World of Warcraft: Midnight player proves that you only need a single button and a clever build to heal your dungeon…
A player has demonstrated a Holy Paladin build for World of Warcraft: Midnight that allows players to heal dungeons using only a single button. This build leverages passive AoE healing from the Lightsmith hero talents and other abilities to keep allies alive with minimal input. The guide suggests this approach is viable for normal dungeons and may inspire further creative uses of the game's single-button assistant feature.
World of Warcraft: Midnight players found an empty campsite that references 2019's planet-hopping puzzler Outer…
An abandoned campsite in World of Warcraft: Midnight has been discovered to be a reference to the 2019 puzzle game Outer Wilds. The campsite, located in the Voidstorm area, mirrors a significant location from Outer Wilds where characters gather at the end of the world. This find is noted as a notable in-world pop culture reference within World of Warcraft.
The Daily Grind: What would your MMORPG have to do to double its playerbase?
This article discusses what an MMORPG would need to do to double its player base, using Overwatch 2's recent comeback as a point of comparison. It highlights the impact of new heroes, story content, and even cute cosmetic additions like a cat with a jetpack on player numbers.
World of Warcraft Midnight’s global launch was relatively smooth
The global launch of World of Warcraft: Midnight proceeded relatively smoothly, with Blizzard Entertainment deploying hotfixes for various in-game issues. Players can currently engage in preseason content, including unlocking the Haranir allied race, leveling to 90, and participating in Mythic 0 dungeons.
This is Overwatch's "comeback," says Blizzard, as Season 1's player stats beats the game's launch weekend's
Blizzard Entertainment claims that Overwatch is currently in its best state, with player statistics from Season 1 surpassing those of the game's launch weekend. This statement comes after a period of challenges for the hero shooter.