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Report: 13TB of Steam data leaked after users access 'publicly accessible endpoint'
A significant data leak, dubbed 'Steam2 leak,' has reportedly exposed 13TB of data from Valve's Steam platform, primarily containing files uploaded between 2003 and 2013. The leaked data includes early versions and assets of Valve games like Left 4 Dead 2 and Portal 2, as well as beta builds of third-party titles such as Dragon Age: Origins and Batman: Arkham Asylum. The information was allegedly accessed via a publicly accessible endpoint, raising security concerns for Valve and other exposed companies.
Game of Thrones: Dragonfire Brings Back Season 3 for a New Event
WB Games and HBO have released a new update for the strategy game Game of Thrones: Dragonfire, bringing back five dragons from House of the Dragon Season 3 for a limited-time event. The event, which runs until August 24th, 2026, features previously released dragons modeled after their on-screen counterparts, each with unique abilities and synergies. The game closely follows the events of House of the Dragon, allowing players to engage in the Targaryen succession conflict.
A dev tried to warn WB Games not to launch Lord of the Rings: War in the North 10 days before Skyrim, but was…
A former WB Games developer revealed he advised against releasing The Lord of the Rings: War in the North just 10 days before The Elder Scrolls 5: Skyrim in 2011, but his warning was ignored. The game, now re-released as a Legacy Edition, received a "Very Positive" rating on Steam despite its initial poor reception, which was partly attributed to the overwhelming competition from Skyrim and a weak marketing campaign.
Skyrim eclipsed Lord of the Rings: War in the North's launch 15 years ago, so the WB Games lead who "argued vociferously" against the release is happy to see it get a second shot
The Lord of the Rings: War in the North has been re-released by publisher Aspyr, allowing it a second chance after its original launch 15 years ago. Christian Allen, the original design director for WB Games, revealed he had argued against releasing the game so close to The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim's launch, fearing it would be overshadowed. The game, developed by Snowblind Studios, was a commercial disappointment at the time but is now available for players to experience without major competition.
On Sale
Several game sales are currently active on Steam, including a Bethesda 40th Anniversary Sale with discounts up to 75%, a WB Games LEGO Sale, and deals on titles like Renowned Explorers- International Society and Look Outside. The article also briefly mentions other short games.
The Bronze Fury Lands: Vermithor Arrives in Game of Thrones: Dragonfire
Game of Thrones: Dragonfire has introduced Vermithor, The Bronze Fury, as its latest Legendary Champion. This new character, inspired by House of the Dragon, is a defensive unit focused on absorbing damage and punishing enemy aggression. Vermithor is available through the Shadow of the Greens campaign in the free-to-play mobile 4X strategy game.
Videogame villains who sing at you are the best
This article discusses the trend of villains singing in video games, highlighting examples from various titles like Middle-earth: Shadow of War, Hades II, and Baldur's Gate 3. It argues that unexpected musical numbers from antagonists can be more engaging than traditional monologues, making them memorable and impactful.
