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Introducing the TAG Community Safety Score: Rating Games on What Actually Matters
The TAG Community Safety Score has been introduced to evaluate multiplayer games based on their community safety infrastructure, including moderation, transparency, and player controls, rather than just traditional game quality metrics. The article details the scoring methodology across eight dimensions and provides initial scores for eight major titles, highlighting strengths and weaknesses in their approaches to online safety and player well-being.
Riot Details New Legends, Mechanics, and More For Riftbound's Third Set, Unleashed - IGN
Riot Games has detailed the upcoming third set for its trading card game, Riftbound, titled 'Unleashed,' set to launch on May 8. The expansion introduces new mechanics like Ambush, Hunt, and XP, along with 12 new playable Legend cards, including Diana and Lillia. A new Ultimate Rarity tier will also be added for collectors.
Valorant Twitch drops and how to claim
This guide explains how to claim free in-game loot for Valorant through Twitch drops during the VCT event. Players can earn rewards by watching official streams on Twitch, with drops enabled by Riot Games.
Where to buy Riftbound Unleashed, the latest set for the hit new card game
This guide provides information on where to purchase Riftbound Unleashed, the latest set for the popular trading card game Riftbound. It details availability in the US and UK, listing retailers like TCGPlayer, Amazon, and Zavvi, and explains potential reasons for the set's scarcity, including high demand and resellers.
This Riftbound Unleashed Legend Card Highlights The New XP Mechanic
Riot Games' trading card game Riftbound is releasing its third expansion, Unleashed, on May 8. The expansion focuses on the jungling aspect of League of Legends and introduces a new XP mechanic, highlighted by the reveal of the Legend card Poppy, Keeper Of The Hammer. This mechanic allows players to gain and spend XP for card draw and other benefits.
Games for Change research director unveils training program for community-facing professionals
Games for Change research director Dr. Rachel Kowert has launched the DLC Leadership Program, a new certification initiative aimed at professionalizing moderation and digital leadership within online gaming communities. The program, designed for community managers, moderators, and digital creators, translates research into practical tools to address issues like harassment and burnout, with industry partners including Riot Games and Roblox contributing to its development.
How to Report Toxic Players in Every Major Game
This guide details how to effectively report toxic players across major multiplayer games like Call of Duty, Valorant, Apex Legends, and others. It emphasizes providing specific details, timestamps, and clips to ensure reports are actionable by moderation systems, whether AI or human-reviewed. The article also covers platform-level reporting and when to escalate issues beyond in-game tools.
Riot Games Previews New Riftbound: Unleashed Mechanics and New Ultimate Rarity
Riot Games has previewed the upcoming Riftbound: Unleashed set for its League of Legends trading card game, set to release in English on May 8. The set will feature over 220 cards, introduce new mechanics like Ambush, XP, and Hunt, and include four new champions: Kha’Zix, Lillia, Diana, and Ivern. A new Ultimate Rarity card, Baron Nashor, will also be introduced, appearing in less than one percent of packs.
Exclusive: Jhin joins Riftbound with absurdly powerful cards
The League of Legends card game Riftbound is adding Jhin in its "Riftbound: Unleashed" expansion in May. The expansion introduces new mechanics like Ambush, XP, and Hunt, along with over 220 cards including Champion Legends Kha’Zix, Lillia, Diana, and Ivern. The full set releases in English on May 8, 2026, with early access events starting May 1.
Valorant Reveals New Agent Miks
Riot Games revealed the new agent Miks during the Valorant Masters Santiago grand finals. Miks will be added to the roster of the popular hero shooter.
Brave The Deep Jungles Of Runeterra in Riftbound: Unleashed
Riot Games has announced details for Unleashed, the third set in the Riftbound: League of Legends Trading Card Game, launching in China on April 10 and globally on May 8. The set introduces new Champion Legends, mechanics like Ambush, XP, and Hunt, and a new Ultimate Rarity. Pre-Rift events will begin in early April and May, with Summoner Skirmishes opening in late May.
GDC: Ramen Acquisition of Coplay Brings Together the Best-In-Class Multi-agent AI Assistants for Unreal Engine and Unity Under One Roof
Ramen has acquired Coplay, integrating Coplay's AI tool for Unity with Ramen's Aura AI assistant for Unreal Engine. This combined offering aims to be the first AI assistant to support 80% of all game platforms and work across both major game engines. Ramen CEO Andy Tsen highlighted the synergy, bringing together the best of AI development for both Unity and Unreal developers.
Clair Obscur and Dispatch lead BAFTA Game Awards 2026 nominations
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and Dispatch lead the BAFTA Game Awards 2026 nominations with 12 and nine nods respectively. A total of 42 titles received nominations across various categories, with Ghost of Yotei, Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, and Arc Raiders also securing multiple nominations. The awards ceremony is scheduled for April 17, 2026, in London.
All Riftbound Unleashed spoilers – so far
Riot Games has begun revealing cards for the upcoming Riftbound collectible card game expansion, Riftbound Unleashed. The set is scheduled for an early May release in English, with previews being shared across various Western sources and China. The article details several revealed cards, including Baron Nashor and Master Yi, along with their abilities and stats.
SET THE TEMPO WITH MIKS, VALORANT’S NEWEST CONTROLLER
Riot Games revealed Miks, the newest Controller agent for VALORANT, during the VALORANT Masters Santiago finals. Miks, who hails from Croatia, uses sound energy and sonic powers to support his team. The agent will be released on March 18, 2026, as part of Season 2026 // Act 2, which also includes the Blackthorn Collection and a new Battlepass.
VALORANT Masters Santiago Finals Reveals New Agent: Miks
Riot Games revealed the new VALORANT Controller Agent, Miks, and the Knockout game mode during the VALORANT Masters Santiago finals. Miks features abilities focused on sound and kinetic energy, including an ultimate that can knock back, deafen, and slow opponents. The Knockout mode is a round-based elimination mode with respawns, and new cosmetic bundles and a Battlepass are also set to launch on March 18, 2026.
GGWP: AI Moderation Platform Backed by Riot & Sony
ToxMod, an AI system developed by Modulate, analyzes over 160 million hours of gaming voice chat to flag potential violations for human review, aiming to reduce toxicity in multiplayer games. The system, used in titles like Call of Duty and Grand Theft Auto Online, analyzes speech patterns, tone, and context rather than relying on keyword filters, with a human moderator making the final enforcement decision. Recent updates include improved intent detection and easier integration for developers via Discord's Social SDK.
Best PvP Games in 2026: Most Popular Competitive Multiplayer Games Right Now
This guide highlights the top Player versus Player (PvP) games dominating the competitive gaming landscape in 2026, based on player counts and popularity. It covers titles across genres like tactical shooters (Counter-Strike 2, VALORANT), battle royales (PUBG: Battlegrounds, Apex Legends, Call of Duty: Warzone), and MOBAs (League of Legends, Dota 2), as well as popular mobile titles. The article also discusses the enduring appeal of PvP games, the importance of balanced gameplay, strong matchmaking, and community support for long-term success.
Voice Chat is Coming To League of Legends But Not Anytime Soon
Riot Games has confirmed that voice chat is planned for League of Legends but will not be implemented soon due to concerns about toxicity. The company stated they will extensively test and iterate on the feature to ensure a high-quality and trustworthy experience for players.
League of Legends voice chat is finally happening, but only if you behave
Riot Games has confirmed that voice chat is coming to League of Legends, though it will be implemented gradually to ensure a positive player experience. The company is prioritizing measures to prevent toxic behavior before rolling out the feature.