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World of Warcraft kicks off Midnight Season 2 with the new Venomous Abyss Raid
World of Warcraft has launched Midnight Season 2, introducing the Tidebound Grotto lair and Altar of Fangs dungeon with new difficulty rotations. The Venomous Abyss raid is set to unlock on August 19th, alongside Mythic+ Season 2 and PvP Season 2. Blizzard Entertainment highlighted new rewards and challenging content for players to experience.
Overwatch's newest Emerald rank is like a live grenade wedged between plat and diamond
Overwatch's Season 4 introduced a new Emerald rank, positioned between Platinum and Diamond, to address skill disparity. While intended to provide a better sense of rank identity, the author found Emerald games to be chaotic and frustrating due to inconsistent player skill and frequent mistakes. The article suggests that while the rank may improve over time, it currently represents a challenging environment for players.
Video game music, orchestral performances, and the sheer joy of a communal experience: how live concerts are helping us reconnect with gaming's good side
Live orchestral concerts celebrating video game music are experiencing a surge in popularity, attracting diverse and passionate audiences. These events, featuring composers like Borislav Slavov and Shoji Meguro, foster a strong sense of community and highlight the artistic merit of game soundtracks, offering a unique human-centric experience in contrast to AI-generated content.
Leaker claims Nintendo Switch 2 version of Diablo 4 will finally arrive two days after BlizzCon and include two…
A leaker claims that Diablo 4, along with its expansions Vessel of Hatred and Lord of Hatred, will be released on the Nintendo Switch 2 on September 15. This rumored 'Age of Hatred Collection' would include a code in the box for the physical edition and is expected to cost $69.99. The release date follows BlizzCon 2026, with pre-orders potentially starting during the event.
WoW Classic players gang up to ban infamous PvP slayer on Twitch, immediately regret it after realizing they no longer…
Players in World of Warcraft Classic attempted to ban a notorious PvP player known as Redridgeguy from Twitch, only to realize this made it harder to track his in-game activities. Redridgeguy was known for killing hundreds of Alliance players daily from inaccessible locations. His Twitch ban has led to increased frustration among players as his movements are now concealed.
Gameplay från nedlagda Star Wars: Magellan har letat sig ut
Gameplay footage and concept art from the canceled Star Wars action RPG, Star Wars: Magellan, have surfaced online. Developed by Echtra Games, which included former Blizzard and Runic Games staff, the game would have allowed players to control a Twi'lek Jedi and a Mandalorian. Echtra Games was shut down last year, but Naturalmotion, also involved in the project, continues to operate and worked on Star Wars: Hunters.
10 tips from a World of Warcraft art lead for getting started creating amazing houses in WoW
Blizzard principal artist Jay Huang shares ten tips for players looking to create impressive houses in World of Warcraft. The advice focuses on using reference images, breaking down large spaces, limiting color palettes, and creatively repurposing in-game decor items. Huang encourages players to experiment and view housing as an art medium.
Diablo creator says "the worst ending of any game I've ever played" is hidden in a beloved '90s…
Diablo creator David Brevik shared his strong opinion that the 1991 PC game Eye of the Beholder features the worst game ending he has ever encountered. Despite loving the game for its graphics and immersion, Brevik cited the abrupt text box and immediate return to desktop after defeating the final boss as an insultingly unrewarding conclusion.
Long-awaited Switch 2 version of Diablo 4 reportedly releases days after BlizzCon, and includes both game expansions
A rumored Nintendo Switch version of Diablo 4, reportedly called the 'Age of Hatred Collection,' is said to include both the Vessel of Hatred and Lord of Hatred expansions and is slated for release on September 15. This date follows Blizzard's BlizzCon event, which takes place September 12-13. The report also mentions Diablo 4's availability on PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.
Custom Reticles Sharpen Your Aiming Instincts - Walkthrough, Tips, Review
This guide explains how customizing reticles in Overwatch can significantly improve aiming accuracy by enhancing visual clarity and reducing cognitive load. It details different reticle styles, their advantages for various hero archetypes, and provides steps for players to craft their optimal visual layout for better target acquisition.
David Brevik, creator of Diablo, reveals the 'worst ending' to any game he's played: 'But I really…
David Brevik, creator of Diablo, discusses his gaming history and current library in this interview. He shares his thoughts on the 'worst ending' in Eye of the Beholder and his enduring love for games like EverQuest and Marvel Heroes, which he still plays on fan-made servers.
Blizzard pulls out the nerf hammer for new World of Warcraft Midnight Season 2 class tuning
Blizzard Entertainment has released a new round of class tuning changes for World of Warcraft ahead of the Midnight Season 2 launch. The update targets significant outliers in both high and low performance tiers, with adjustments to tier sets and baseline abilities for various classes including Demon Hunters, Mages, Priests, and Warriors. These changes aim to rebalance gameplay and will go live on August 18th alongside the new season.
WoW's haunted: Players report that their disconnected friends' characters are starting to play the game on…
Players of World of Warcraft are reporting an unusual phenomenon where disconnected characters appear to continue moving and fighting independently. This behavior, observed after the 12.1 patch, has led to speculation about a new disconnect protection feature or a game bug. Blizzard Entertainment has not yet officially commented on the matter.
Blizzard takes rare World of Warcraft mount from players as the MMO's latest crack down on real-money transactions…
Blizzard Entertainment has issued a new wave of bans in World of Warcraft, targeting players involved in real-money transactions, particularly in the EU. The crackdown has also led to the removal of the rare Mythic L'ura mount from accounts, even from players who did not directly violate policies but were in guilds with offending members.
Marvel Rivals hasn't managed to beat Overwatch's stats yet, but Disney boasts it's still "attracted…
Disney announced that Marvel Rivals has attracted 40 million players worldwide since its launch, with 60% of those players being under the age of 24. While this number is impressive, it has not yet surpassed Overwatch 2's pre-relaunch player statistics. The article also touches on Overwatch 2's recent comeback and the ongoing comparison between the two hero shooters.
Opinion: Deprofessionalization could foster toxic work environments on small teams
The article discusses the concept of 'deprofessionalization' in the game industry, where reduced general employment drives out career professionals, potentially fostering toxic work environments, particularly in indie development. It draws parallels between historical instances of harassment at both large and small studios, highlighting how relaxed professional standards can lead to inappropriate conduct and drive talent away from the industry.
Casually Classic: Will the WoW Classic Plus announcement anger the community no matter what?
The upcoming announcement of a 'WoW Classic Plus' project at BlizzCon is likely to divide the community, with conflicting player expectations and past grievances making universal satisfaction improbable. The author expresses a desire for the project but cautions against letting emotions dictate reception, while also criticizing content creators who deliberately incite outrage. Ultimately, the success of the new version will depend on its own merits, independent of forum noise.
Bethsoft devs roast Microsoft with a giant inflatable rat as unions plan huge rallies next week
Developers at Bethesda Game Studios have protested Microsoft's recent mass layoffs by erecting a giant inflatable rat and flags representing laid-off workers outside their Rockville HQ. This action precedes planned rallies by Microsoft game developers across the US and Canada on August 18th to protest layoffs and corporate greed.
WoW 12.1 is finally here, and there's a brand new talent tree and instance type
World of Warcraft patch 12.1, titled Curse of Ula'tek, is now live, introducing the new Lair instance type and the Venomous Abyss raid. The update adds an all-new talent tree with effects like Venomwalking, a new dungeon called Altar of Fangs, and new rotations for existing dungeons. Player housing features have been expanded with shareable Blueprint codes, and players can now place pets in their homes.
As Xbox head Asha Sharma reportedly visits Bethesda HQ, workers put up red flags representing laid off staff and a giant inflatable rat outside
Communications Workers of America union members protested outside Bethesda's headquarters with red flags representing laid-off workers and a giant inflatable rat. The protest coincided with a reported visit from Xbox CEO Asha Sharma and highlights ongoing concerns about Microsoft's significant layoffs within its gaming divisions, including Bethesda and Activision Blizzard.
