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NetEase Games business and news from across the web.- Marvel Rivals Season 8 Adds Devil Dinosaur, Alchemax Headquarters Map, and Esports Updates on May 15Marvel Rivals' Season 8, titled SINS OF ALCHEMAX, launches on May 15, introducing Devil Dinosaur as a new Vanguard hero and the Alchemax Headquarters map. The update also includes gameplay balance adjustments and the start of the Marvel Rivals Ignite esports competition. PC players will benefit from storage optimizations for high-resolution textures.
Marvel Rivals Season 8 Says "To Me, My X-Men" With Cyclops RevealNetEase Games has revealed details for Season 8: Sins of Alchemax in Marvel Rivals, introducing Cyclops and teasing Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur. The season, launching May 15, focuses on the Alchemax corporation and adds the Doom Match map, Alchemax Headquarters. A standalone High-Resolution Texture Pack DLC is also available for PC players.- ‘Happy 10 years, I guess’: Overwatch players not pleased with 10th anniversary offeringsOverwatch players are expressing disappointment with the game's 10th-anniversary event offerings, particularly when compared to the more generous rewards being provided to players in China. While the Western event includes re-colored skins and loot boxes, the Chinese version features numerous free Mythic and Legendary skins. This disparity has led to significant player dissatisfaction and discussions about perceived favoritism.
- Marvel Rivals’ next playable hero is actually just a 20-foot-tall t-rexMarvel Rivals is teasing its next playable character for season eight, which is heavily implied to be Devil Dinosaur, a massive Tyrannosaurus rex. The character's immense size and potential abilities like Neuralkinesis are discussed as unique gameplay challenges. The full reveal is expected soon, with Cyclops also rumored for mid-season.
- Racing Master Available Now in Europe, North America, the Middle East, and North AfricaNetEase Games and Codemasters have launched Racing Master, a mobile racing game featuring over 100 licensed vehicles and real-world tracks. The game is now available on iOS, Android, and PC emulators in Europe, North America, the Middle East, and North Africa. Launch events offer players chances to earn exclusive cars like the Lamborghini Aventador SVJ and Ford GT.
Naraka: Bladepoint Unveils New Hero Tara Gan, Gameplay Enhancements, and a Remake of a Classic Map - GameHauntNetEase Games and 24 Entertainment announced the Naraka: Bladepoint Oracle Season update, launching April 29. This update introduces a new hero named Tara Gan, who can manipulate time, and restores the Morus Isle map to its original layout. The Rift Traversal mode also receives enhancements, including a Public Furnace system for crafting and item theft mechanics.- Marvel Rivals’ special Avengers mode is lazy, unbalanced, and just not very fun to playThe new Avengers-themed mode in Marvel Rivals, Path to Doomsday, is criticized for being lazy and unbalanced. The mode pits the original MCU Avengers against an overpowered Loki, with the Avengers lacking healing and facing unfair advantages for Loki, such as high damage and mind control abilities. The maps used also do not fit the Avengers theme, leading to a disappointing player experience.
Marvel Rivals launches Avengers crossover event with new Path to Doomsday modeMarvel Rivals is launching a major crossover event with Marvel Studios’ The Avengers, introducing a new mode called Path to Doomsday: The Avengers. The event runs from April 30 to May 28 and features the Battle of New York in Times Square, photo ops, and new cosmetic items for characters like Iron Man and Loki.- Naraka: Bladepoint Introduces New Hero Tara Gan, New Gameplay Updates, and the Remake of a Classic Map NetEase Games and 24 Entertainment have released a new update for Naraka: Bladepoint, introducing the time-manipulating hero Tara Gan and a revamped Morus Isle map. The update also brings new gameplay mechanics to the Rift Traversal mode, including Public Furnaces and Rift Nemesis, alongside a gem-themed season chest.
The 39 Best Survival Games To Play In 2026This guide highlights 39 of the best survival games available in 2026, spanning various platforms and offering diverse gameplay experiences. The article details key features, developers, and release information for each title, emphasizing elements like resource management, base building, and combat.
Star Wars: Galactic Racer Release Date Accidentally Revealed on Steam, Out on October 6thStar Wars: Galactic Racer's release date was accidentally revealed on Steam as October 6th, along with details for its Deluxe Edition. The publisher has since removed the information, but a reveal is anticipated around Summer Game Fest or Star Wars Day. The article also briefly mentions other Star Wars titles like Grand Theft Auto 6, Star Wars Jedi 3, and Star Wars Eclipse.
Gang of Dragon Studio YouTube Channel Goes OfflineThe official YouTube channel for Nagoshi Studio's upcoming game Gang of Dragon has been taken offline, following reports that NetEase Games has ceased funding for the project. NetEase reportedly cited increasing development costs and the studio's lack of shipped titles as reasons for cutting off the estimated $44.4 million needed to complete the game. Nagoshi Studio, founded by Yakuza creator Toshihiro Nagoshi, intends to seek funding elsewhere and has been allowed to continue development while doing so.
Gang of Dragon Studio’s YouTube Page Has Gone OfflineThe official YouTube page for Toshihiro Nagoshi's upcoming game, Gang of Dragon, has gone offline amidst rumors of NetEase Games withdrawing funding. Nagoshi Studios is reportedly seeking new sponsors after the estimated ¥7 billion development cost became a barrier. Despite the YouTube page disappearing, the game's Steam page remains active.
Dead by Daylight studio Behaviour Interactive confirms layoffsBehaviour Interactive, the studio behind Dead by Daylight, has confirmed layoffs due to a decline in demand for mobile and casual external development projects. The company cited the conclusion of remaining engagements and a lack of comparable future opportunities as reasons for parting ways with some employees. This news follows Behaviour's recent acquisition of The Fun Pimps and the closure of its Midwinter Entertainment subsidiary.- Marvel Rivals’ newest PvE mode Blood Hunt brings Kingpin, Dracula, and a whole lot of enemy densityNetEase Games is launching a new Player vs Environment mode for Marvel Rivals called Blood Hunt, featuring characters like Kingpin and Dracula. This mode builds upon the success of the previous Marvel Zombies mode, emphasizing high enemy density and new boss encounters. Blood Hunt will include playable heroes such as The Punisher and Blade, with gear customization options and a storyline centered around Kingpin in Manhattan.
Marvel Rivals now finally lets us play as Black Cat, but her awful posture makes me worry for her back — 'I…Marvel Rivals has added Black Cat as a playable character in its latest update, but her character select pose has drawn criticism from players. Many find the awkward, bent-over posture to be unflattering and potentially indicative of issues with her character model's proportions. The update also includes new features and upcoming PvE content.
Games Inbox: Are live service games becoming less popular?Readers discuss the declining popularity of live service games, with some hoping for a return to 'proper' games. The discussion touches on the financial model of free-to-play games, the impact of upcoming titles like Grand Theft Auto 6, and the potential for AI upscaling in future consoles. Other topics include the viability of dedicated handhelds, the emotional impact of certain game narratives, and the pricing of game DLC.- Black Cat Joins the Battle for Marvel Rivals for Season 7.5: The Hunt is On, Launching April 17Marvel Rivals is launching Season 7.5: The Hunt is On on April 17, introducing Black Cat as a new duelist character. The update also includes a new PvE mode called Blood Hunt with a fresh storyline and boss battles, launching April 23. Additionally, the Hellfire Gala event returns, and the Path to Doomsday event begins later in April.
Black Cat joins Marvel Rivals, says "good boy" in her reveal trailer, and it's all been downhill from there, folks: "I have never folded so fast in my LIFE"Marvel Rivals has revealed its next playable character, Black Cat, who will be added to the game on April 17 as part of Season 7.5. The Duelist character has generated significant discussion among players regarding her abilities and appearance, with particular attention on her new 'Urban Predator' skin. Developer NetEase Games is also planning to evolve the game into a 'moving anime' experience by 2027 with new game modes and PvE content.- Marvel Rivals Season 7.5 Adds Black Cat, PvE Mode, and Hellfire Gala Event on April 17; New Trailer Streaming NowNetEase Games announced that Marvel Rivals Season 7.5 will launch on April 17, 2026, introducing Black Cat as a new playable character with a focus on mobility and stealing fortune. The update also includes a new PvE mode called 'Blah Hunt' with boss encounters and a progression system, alongside the Hellfire Gala event featuring themed costumes. The season continues the narrative with new supernatural threats and introduces team-up abilities and future modes like 'Path to Doomsday'.