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Blizzard has canceled yet another Hearthstone mode – this time, it’s Twist
Blizzard Entertainment has announced the removal of the Twist game mode from Hearthstone in an upcoming patch. Game director Tyler Bielman stated that while Twist was intended for creative risks, it did not connect with players as hoped. The studio plans to shift its experimental content to Tavern Brawls instead.
The MOP Up: Trove looks to the stars for its latest contest
This week's MMO roundup includes Trove's "Space Innovation" decoration contest, Marvel Rivals' new season and creative director's vision, and sales milestones for Crimson Desert. Updates and patches were also detailed for The Elder Scrolls Online, Hearthstone, Throne and Liberty, Dark Age of Camelot, Magic Online, MechWarrior Online, and League of Legends.
Vague Patch Notes: No, Epic Games is not the bellwether of the game industry
This article critiques the notion that Epic Games is a bellwether for the game industry, arguing that its success is primarily tied to the battle royale mode of Fortnite, a cash-in on a trend rather than a creative vision. The author contends that Epic's over-reliance on Fortnite and the underperformance of the Epic Games Store, coupled with questionable business strategies, led to recent layoffs, contrasting this with more diversified companies like Blizzard and Square Enix.
Naraka: Bladepoint Unveils Hearthstone Collaboration and New Season 20 Content - GameHaunt
Naraka: Bladepoint is launching a collaboration with Hearthstone during its Season 20 update, introducing Murloc-themed cosmetics and a new campus-themed Battle Pass. Developer 24 Entertainment also announced the return of the Vegetable Fairy event with new weapon skins. This partnership marks Hearthstone's first major crossover into the melee battle royale genre.
Perfect Ten: MMOs and other online projects created by ex-Blizzard devs
This article highlights ten notable projects created by former Blizzard Entertainment developers and leads, focusing on MMORPGs and other online games. It details various ventures, including Jeff Kaplan's 'The Legend of California,' Greg Street's 'Project Ghost,' and Ben Brode's successful 'Marvel Snap.'
Choosing Your Main Digital Card Game for 2026: Hearthstone, Slay the Spire 2, or Balatro?
This article compares Hearthstone, Slay the Spire 2, and Balatro as potential main digital card games to invest time in for 2026. It highlights Hearthstone's longevity and varied modes, Slay the Spire 2's success as a roguelike deckbuilder, and Balatro's accessible yet deep poker-inspired gameplay.
April Fools’ Day pranks and events around the MMORPG and MMO world, 2026 edition
MMORPGs across the industry celebrated April Fools' Day 2026 with a variety of in-game events, pranks, and humorous patch notes. Titles like Guild Wars 2, World of Warcraft, Star Trek Online, and Final Fantasy XIV participated with unique in-game activities and themed content.
Why Randomness Makes Your Game So Hard to Put Down
Randomness in games, often referred to as RNG, creates excitement and replay value by introducing unpredictable elements like random item drops, surprise events, and unexpected outcomes. This uncertainty keeps players engaged as they chase rare rewards and adapt to changing game conditions, making each play session potentially memorable and unique.
Hearthstone’s Cataclysm expansion has arrived in all of its big angry dragon glory
The Cataclysm expansion for Hearthstone has been released, featuring new cards with the "shatter" and "herald" keywords, the return of colossal minions, and a Deathwing hero card. Players also gain temporary free access to cards from The Emerald Dream and The Lost City of Un'Goro expansions, along with a new tavern pass and rewards track.
Hearthstone: Cataclysm - 10 decks to try on Day 1
Hearthstone's new Cataclysm expansion, marking the start of the Year of the Scarab, is now live. The article provides players with 10 recommended decks to try out on the expansion's first day.
‘Peglin’, ‘Brawl Stars’, ‘Genshin Impact’, ‘Royal Match’, and More – TouchArcade
This article summarizes notable game updates from the past week, including significant additions to Peglin, Brawl Stars featuring a SpongeBob event, and Genshin Impact's Natlan region launch. Other updates covered include new levels for Royal Match, stitch., and Temple Run: Puzzle Adventure, along with new content for Jetpack Joyride 2, Puyo Puyo Puzzle Pop, Hearthstone's Battlegrounds Season 8, Toon Blast, and Royal Match.
Hearthstone begins Cataclysm expansion pre-release events, Overwatch releases pricey Nier skins
Hearthstone is launching its Cataclysm expansion on March 17th with pre-release events including a Tavern Brawl featuring the Deathwing hero card and community days offering card packs. Meanwhile, Overwatch has released Nier-themed character skins, drawing player complaints about their high price and lack of unique features, alongside upcoming in-game events and balance changes.
Every Video Game Showcase To Watch In 2026
This guide lists upcoming video game showcases and digital events scheduled for 2026, including major publisher presentations and indie-focused livestreams. It provides dates, times, and platforms for events like Summer Game Fest, The Game Awards, and various developer directs from companies such as Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo.
Top 28 Most Popular eSports Games of 2019
This article ranks the top 28 most popular eSports games of 2019 based on player base, streaming viewership, and tournament prize pools. It provides brief descriptions and statistics for each game, highlighting their strengths and weaknesses within the competitive gaming scene.
Marvel vs. Capcom: Infinite Review
Marvel vs. Capcom: Infinite is a two-on-two tag fighter that introduces Infinity Stones as a core mechanic, offering unique powers and an "Infinity Storm" ultimate. While the game features a fun and challenging core gameplay system with accessible mechanics and a high skill ceiling, it is criticized for its thin roster, disappointing presentation, and a lackluster training mode. The story mode offers some enjoyable moments but suffers from thin premises, and the online functionality is solid, though the ranking system is notably brutal.