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Is Fortnite Toxic? An Honest Answer Backed by Data (2026) | TAGData suggests Fortnite's reputation for toxicity is more nuanced than commonly perceived, with lower rates of identity-based harassment compared to other competitive shooters. While age-driven trash talk and skill-gap frustration are prevalent, especially in modes like Ranked, Epic Games has implemented moderation tools and default communication settings to mitigate harm, particularly for younger players.
The shake up to Arc Raiders Expeditions may turn the extraction shooter into a week-long bloodbath, but it could pair well with the "significant changes" planned for its skill treeEmbark Studios is changing the Arc Raiders Expeditions event to reward players based on damage dealt rather than accumulated wealth, potentially making the week-long event more aggressive. This shift aims to encourage active gameplay and the use of valuable gear. The studio is also planning significant changes to the game's skill tree to better align with player behavior and offer more meaningful build choices.- MMO Week in Review: Gorgon’s drama, TurtleWoW’s demise, Ashes’ docsThis week in the MMORPG genre saw significant drama and updates across various titles. Ashes of Creation's former boss released legal documents, Project Gorgon faced community backlash over bans, and TurtleWoW announced its closure following a lawsuit. Additionally, Book of Travels is transitioning to a solo offline game, while new content and updates arrived for games like Guild Wars 2, Final Fantasy XIV, and Elder Scrolls Online.
- Vague Patch Notes: No, ‘foreigners’ are not coming for the American games industryThis article critiques the notion that Asian game developers are poised to overtake the American industry due to their embrace of generative AI. It argues that many Asian companies struggle to penetrate Western markets and that the real issues facing the industry include over-reliance on single titles, fixation on graphics, studio cannibalization, and poor working conditions, rather than external threats.
- Not So Massively: Vindictus Defying Fate’s latest alpha build is visceral, polished, and fun as hellNexon's upcoming action RPG, Vindictus: Defying Fate, has shown significant polish and fun in its latest alpha build, focusing on combat improvements. While the core combat remains similar to previous previews, adjustments to boss attack mechanics and the introduction of passive blocking for certain attacks make the game more accessible. Despite some minor areas for improvement, the build reinforces the game's goal of offering a less stressful, more approachable take on the Soulslike formula.
Arc Raiders studio contacted by crime scientist "intrigued by how players are interacting," dev says only 30% of players focus on PvP: "It kind of blew the whole extraction shooter open"Embark Studios' extraction shooter Arc Raiders has surprised developers with a significant number of players prioritizing non-combative interactions, with only 30% focusing on PvP. A criminologist has reached out to the studio, intrigued by this player behavior, which deviates from the genre's typical focus on conflict. Data suggests a large portion of players engage in PvE or a mix, with proximity chat being heavily utilized for communication.- Following Feedback 'The First Descendant' Adds Onslaught Mode Beta, Viessa Balance Update in April 16 PatchNexon is releasing a major update for The First Descendant on April 16, introducing a limited-time beta for the new endgame activity, Onslaught Mode, alongside balance adjustments for characters like Viessa and Harris. The patch also includes new modules, weapon updates, and various in-game events, with Onslaught Mode's full release planned for May 21. This update aims to address player feedback and expand endgame content following internal assessments of retention issues.
- MMO Week in Review: EQ Legends’ beta, Ashes of Creation’s dramaThis week's MMO news roundup covers the upcoming closed beta for EverQuest Legends and ongoing legal drama surrounding Ashes of Creation. Several other titles like AdventureQuest Worlds Infinity, Dune Awakening, and Temtem Pioneers also saw significant updates or funding news.
Former Perfect Dark Design Director is Now Working on Blizzard’s StarCraft Shooter – RumorA rumor suggests that Drew Murray, former design director for Perfect Dark at The Initiative, is now working at Blizzard Entertainment on a rumored StarCraft shooter. Murray's LinkedIn confirms his employment at Blizzard as an associate design director. The project is reportedly in early development and may utilize Unreal Engine.
Five studios form developer-led holding Nova AssemblyNexon subsidiary Neople has reassigned staff from the development team of its AAA action-adventure game, First Berserker: Kazan, due to poor performance. The game was initially unveiled in March.
The First Berserker: Khazan studio Neople announces restructure of dev teamsNexon subsidiary Neople has reorganized its development teams as The First Berserker: Khazan enters its final development stages. The company clarified that this is a strategic reallocation of talent to support current and upcoming projects, including the Dungeon & Fighter franchise, and not a workforce reduction. This restructuring comes amid reports of delayed sales impacting the game's performance.
Nexon confirms reorganizaton at The First Berserker: Khazan developer but says it's merely 'a strategic reallocation of talent' as development winds downNexon has confirmed a reorganization within the development team for The First Berserker: Khazan at its subsidiary Neople. The company states this is a strategic reallocation of talent to optimize resource allocation across ongoing projects, rather than a reflection of the game's performance, which has received a 'very positive' rating on Steam despite reports of sales not meeting expectations.
The First Berserker: Khazan Studio Restructuring is “Unrelated to Workforce Reduction,” Says NexkonNexon has stated that the restructuring of Neople, the developer of The First Berserker: Khazan, is a planned reallocation of talent and not related to workforce reduction. The company aims to better utilize resources for current and future projects, including live service operations. Despite missing sales targets, Nexon considers the game a strategic first step in introducing the Dungeon & Fighter IP globally.
The First Berserker Khazan dev restructure "not related to workforce reduction or team dissolution," Nexon says: "We're proud of the game's creative direction and the positive response"Nexon has stated that the restructuring of The First Berserker: Khazan developer Neople is a planned reallocation of talent, not a workforce reduction or team dissolution. Despite reports of weak sales leading to the reassignment of staff, Nexon expressed pride in the game's creative direction and positive fan response. The company did not comment on the future of the Khazan IP, suggesting that its combat mechanics might influence future Nexon action RPGs.
The Team Behind Beloved Action RPG The First Berserker: Khazan No Longer ExistsNexon has reportedly disbanded the development team behind the action RPG The First Berserker: Khazan, moving staff to other projects within the publisher. While the game did not meet sales expectations, Nexon considers it a success for establishing the Dungeon & Fighter series in Western markets. The future of the game and any potential follow-ups remain uncertain.
"Fantasy-style GTA" open-world game reportedly canceled after 2 years of work at NexonNexon has reportedly canceled its unannounced open-world fantasy game, codenamed Project EL, after approximately two years of development. The game was described as a "fantasy-style GTA" and was being developed by a team led by director Shim Ki-hoon. This cancellation comes shortly after Patrick Söderlund was appointed as Nexon's executive chairman.- The First Berserker: Khazan Development Team 'Reassigned' Amid Reports of Sales Falling 'Short of Market Expectations'Nexon has reportedly reassigned a significant portion of the development team for The First Berserker: Khazan, an action RPG within the Dungeon Fighter Online universe. This decision comes a year after the game's release, with reports suggesting sales have fallen short of market expectations.
State of Play Potentially Happening on April 16, Possibly “Third-Party Focused” – RumorInsider NateTheHate suggests a State of Play event may occur on April 16th, potentially focusing on third-party titles rather than first-party games like Marvel's Wolverine. While his track record is strong, this information is unconfirmed. The article also briefly mentions other unrelated game news.
Despite good reviews, The First Berserker Khazan development team reportedly dissolved over disappointing sales just…The development team behind the action RPG The First Berserker: Khazan has reportedly been dissolved and its members reassigned by parent company Nexon due to disappointing sales. Despite receiving good reviews at launch, the game failed to meet sales targets, with complications in its China release also cited as a factor. Nexon stated that personnel have been moved to other projects, though the future of The First Berserker: Khazan itself remains uncertain.
Blue Archive Adds Winter Sky’s Renaissance Update With New Story and Student RecruitmentsBlue Archive has launched its "Winter Sky’s Renaissance: Thesis on Cultural Exchange" update, introducing new story content, student recruitments, and gameplay additions. The update features Takane and Yakumo from Red Winter Federal Academy, with a pick-up recruitment event available until April 20. The game is available for free on PC via Steam, iOS, and Android.