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The MOP Up: EVE Online cracks down on cheaters, episode 94835298345
EVE Online has banned nearly 5,000 players for cheating, fraud, and RMT. The article also rounds up other MMO news, including an Apex Legends collaboration with Cyberpunk, a player achieving a unique World of Warcraft Classic feat, updates for Throne & Liberty and NosTale, and news from Albion Online, RuneScape, Synduality Echo of Ada, Sea of Thieves, Ark: Survival Ascended, and Odin Valhalla Rising.
'I'd Take It in a Second' — Cyberpunk 2077 Player Resurgence Has Fans Calling on CD Projekt to Change Its Mind and Release More DLC
Following a resurgence in player numbers driven by a sale and hype for the Cyberpunk: Edgerunners anime, fans are urging CD Projekt Red to reconsider its decision and release more downloadable content for Cyberpunk 2077. This sentiment is amplified by the ongoing support and additional DLC for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt.
The Blood of Dawnwalker director compares the RPG's excellent fantasy combat to Max Payne and Guitar Hero: "Oh…
The Blood of Dawnwalker director Konrad Tomaszkiewicz discusses the RPG's unique combat system, comparing it to Max Payne and Guitar Hero. Rebel Wolves aims for an immersive, reactive combat experience that emphasizes player observation and learning, distinct from the isometric RPGs like Baldur's Gate and Fallout.
The Blood of Dawnwalker star was "slightly too excited" in his audition to veteran Witcher 3 and Cyberpunk 2077 devs: "I probably shouldn't have looked that up"
Actor Will de Renzy-Martin, who voices Coen in The Blood of Dawnwalker, discusses his audition and the challenges of portraying the vampire protagonist. He highlights the game's development by Rebel Wolves, a studio co-founded by veterans from The Witcher 3 and Cyberpunk 2077. De Renzy-Martin expresses excitement about the depth of the character and the ambitious scope of the RPG.
Upcoming PS5 RPG Will Please The Witcher Fans, Potential GOTY
The upcoming PlayStation 5 RPG, The Blood of Dawnwalker, developed by Rebel Wolves (featuring former CD Projekt RED veterans), is generating significant excitement with early previews. Comparisons to The Witcher series are frequent due to the development team's background. The game is slated for a September 2026 release and is being praised for its narrative execution, quest design, and combat system.
"We miss when genre wasn't a thing," say The Blood of Dawnwalker devs making their dream RPG: "We…
Developers at Rebel Wolves, a studio founded by veterans of CD Projekt Red, discuss their upcoming RPG, The Blood of Dawnwalker. Game director Konrad Tomaszkiewicz and environment artist Adam Payet share their personal journeys into game development and their vision for the genre, emphasizing the importance of deep lore and player immersion. They aim to carve out their own identity within the RPG space, moving beyond strict genre labels.
Was This Duck Trying To Get Secrets About The Witcher 4?
A mother mallard duck chose CD Projekt Red's Warsaw headquarters to lay eight eggs, which later hatched. The studio ensured the duck and her ducklings had a peaceful nesting period before relocating them to a local park. The incident occurred at the developer's architecturally acclaimed office, known for its large green wall.
Some Of The Most Impressive Gaming Tech Ever Wasn’t Enough To Save Devs From Xbox Cuts
Microsoft's recent layoffs at id Software have raised concerns about the future of its proprietary id Tech engine, with reports indicating a significant portion of the studio's coding talent was let go. This follows a trend of major studios, including 343 Industries and potentially MachineGames, moving away from internal engines towards Unreal Engine, potentially hindering technological innovation in the gaming industry.
Cyberpunk Edgerunners' Lucy finds herself in yet another crossover, this time in an upcoming Apex Legends event
Apex Legends is launching a new event featuring characters and themes from Cyberpunk Edgerunners and Cyberpunk 2077. The event will include a revamped E-District map, new in-game items like the Sandevistan and Blackwall Breach, and character skins based on David Martinez, Lucy, Rebecca, Royce, Lizzy Wizzy, Panam, and male and female V. The crossover event begins on July 14th and concludes on August 4th.
The Blood Of Dawnwalker hands-on and interview - 'for me it's a piece of art'
The Blood Of Dawnwalker, an open-world RPG from Rebel Wolves, co-founded by The Witcher 3's Konrad Tomaszkiewicz, is set to release on September 3, 2026. The game features a unique protagonist who is human by day and a vampire by night, with a narrative-driven approach to development. Director Konrad Tomaszkiewicz and environment artist Adam Payet discussed the game's design, its original IP, and the studio's philosophy on efficient development and artistic integrity.
The Blood of Dawnwalker Hands-on Preview – Into the Light
Rebel Wolves, a studio founded by former CD Projekt Red members, is developing The Blood of Dawnwalker, an action RPG set in 14th-century Vale Sangora. Players control Coen, a young man turned into a Dawnwalker who must fight against a vampire lord within a 30-day in-game time limit. The preview highlights unique mechanics like the time limit, which forces prioritization, and a day/night cycle affecting Coen's abilities, alongside directional combat.
Six years later, Cyberpunk: Edgerunners season 2 wraps gaming's greatest comeback story
Cyberpunk: Edgerunners season 2 is set to release on Netflix later this year, with early reactions from Anime Expo praising it as a significant step up from the first season. This follows the remarkable comeback of Cyberpunk 2077, which transformed from a disastrous launch to a critically acclaimed title with its 2.0 update and Phantom Liberty expansion, revitalized in part by the success of the first Edgerunners anime season.
After four hours playing The Blood of Dawnwalker, I've seen combat, romance, intrigue - it's got the makings of being 2026's breakout RPG
After a four-hour hands-on session with The Blood of Dawnwalker, the upcoming vampire-themed RPG from Rebel Wolves, it shows significant promise for a 2026 breakout. Led by Konrad Tomaszkiewicz, director of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, the game features combat, romance, and intrigue, with a team comprised of former CD Projekt Red talent.
The Blood of Dawnwalker is an uncompromising, human RPG - and it's now my most-wanted game
The Blood of Dawnwalker, an upcoming RPG from Rebel Wolves, offers a compelling blend of choice and consequence, a frantic combat system, and a unique vampire-human transformation mechanic. Featuring veterans from CD Projekt Red, the game draws comparisons to The Witcher 3 but carves its own identity with player-driven narratives and challenging gameplay. The preview highlights the game's 14th-century Slavic-inspired setting and its intricate time-based mechanics, promising a deep and replayable experience.
The Blood of Dawnwalker packs a Witcher-sized story into a 30-day package
The Blood of Dawnwalker, developed by Rebel Wolves with former CD Projekt RED talent, offers a Witcher-sized narrative experience with a 30-day in-game time limit tied to player actions. Players control Coen, who becomes a vampire by night, navigating a world with branching quests and multiple endings. The game features a directional combat system and will be released on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S on September 3.
Chrome Up With New Apex Legends X Cyberpunk Event, Featuring Night City E-District, New Skins & More!
Electronic Arts and Respawn Entertainment have announced a new collaboration event for Apex Legends with CD PROJEKT RED's Cyberpunk franchise, launching on July 14 across all platforms. The event introduces a redesigned E-District map, new Cyberware mods called Sandevistan and Blackwall Breach, themed Legend and Weapon Skins, and more.
CD Projekt Red thanks 6000 Edgerunners 2 advance viewers for not spoiling the show in stunning display of opsec: 'Thank you so much for keeping your promise properly'
CD Projekt Red has publicly thanked over 6,000 fans who attended an advance screening of Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2 at Anime Expo 2026 for refraining from spoiling the episode. The company expressed gratitude for the fans' promise-keeping, noting the rarity of such spoiler-free events in the current media landscape. The second season of the anime is set to launch this fall.
Cyberpunk 2077 Just Hit Another Massive Sales Milestone
CD Projekt Red announced that Cyberpunk 2077 has sold over 40 million copies as of July 3, 2024. This milestone includes sales of the base game and its ultimate edition, with sales accelerating after a recent 70% discount on Steam. The developer also confirmed that a sequel, Cyberpunk 2, is in development alongside multiple new Witcher titles.
Cyberpunk: Edgerunners writer says if season 1 was a Michael Bay film, season 2 is a Martin Scorsese drama where we…
Cyberpunk: Edgerunners season 2 writer Bartosz Sztybor described the upcoming season as a Martin Scorsese-style drama, contrasting with the first season's Michael Bay-esque action. He also cautioned fans against becoming too attached to new characters, hinting at potential character deaths. The second season is set to premiere on Netflix this fall.
The first reactions to Cyberpunk: Edgerunners Season 2 are in, and CD Projekt Red and Studio Trigger seem to have another winner on their hands
Initial reactions to Cyberpunk: Edgerunners Season 2 are highly positive, with critics praising its expanded narrative and visual style. The first episode premiered at Anime Expo to an audience of 6,000, and the season is set to release on Netflix in fall 2026. This news coincides with Cyberpunk 2077 surpassing 40 million sales and reaching a one-year peak player count on Steam.
