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I like the 2026 League of Legends Worlds anthem, but it isn't the True Damage comeback I wanted
The author expresses disappointment with the latest League of Legends Worlds anthem, 'Know My Name,' feeling it prioritizes Lee 'Faker' Sang-hyeok and T1 over the True Damage group. While acknowledging Faker's legendary status, the piece criticizes the lack of focus on other players and the True Damage group itself, suggesting the music video's direction misses the mark for this year's US-based tournament.
Why Some Great Competitive Games Never Become Great Esports: The Spectator Design Problem - Walkthrough, Tips, Review
This analysis explores why many deep competitive games fail to become successful esports, focusing on the 'spectator design problem.' A game needs to be engaging for viewers, tournament organizers, and broadcasters, not just players. Factors like readability, production costs, and publisher control over intellectual property significantly impact a game's potential as an esport.
Hellraiser Revival review - Angels, demons, and everything in between
Hellraiser Revival offers a compelling horror experience that pays tribute to its source material with intriguing characters and a cohesive narrative. The game tackles mature themes like sadomasochism and abuse, but does so in a way that is both unsettling and thought-provoking. Its environments, sound design, and combat mechanics, particularly the use of the Genesis Configuration, contribute to a polished and impactful horror game.
The Icebind feels like "Warframe 2014" in all the best ways, and now you can finally play it
Digital Extremes has released The Icebind, a new six-player cooperative mode for Warframe, which aims to provide a challenging experience reminiscent of the game's early days. Community Director Megan Everett clarified that The Icebind is not a raid but a mode designed for coordinated squads, addressing player requests for more challenging content. The mode currently requires a full six-player group and features performance-based loot, with plans to potentially support smaller squads in the future.
Riot locks down League of Legends match replays, leaving plenty players in the dark
Riot Games has restricted access to League of Legends match replays, allowing players to only view their own past games. This change is intended to close security vulnerabilities exploited by cheat developers, but it significantly impacts coaches and content creators who rely on replays for analysis and content.
League of Legends to add five new augments, one of which is a load of bees
League of Legends is introducing five new augments to its ARAM Mayhem game mode in patch 26.21. These augments, including 'Get Jinxed,' 'Brass Blast,' 'BEES!!!,' 'Totentanz,' and 'Salvation,' add over-the-top effects and mechanics to the fast-paced mode.
Arc Raiders and The Finals are getting TV series and film adaptations
Embark Studios' games Arc Raiders and The Finals are being adapted into TV series and films by Chernin Entertainment. Nexon executive chairman Patrick Söderlund stated the deal is a significant step in growing the games into transmedia experiences. Chernin Entertainment sees the games as ambitious global intellectual property with franchise potential.
March of Giants' Creative Director knows the MOBA market is ruthless, but he believes he can replicate his Rainbow Six Siege success
Ubisoft Montreal's Creative Director Xavier Marquis believes March of Giants can succeed in the competitive MOBA market by offering a unique blend of real-time strategy and MOBA elements, drawing parallels to the success of Rainbow Six Siege. Despite acknowledging the market's ruthlessness and the failures of past competitors, Marquis and his team are driven by a passion to innovate and create a game they themselves would want to play.
2XKO needed 'hundreds of thousands' of daily active users to survive, says Riot Games CPO
Riot Games' fighting game 2XKO required hundreds of thousands of daily active users to remain sustainable before its discontinuation. CPO Marc Merrill stated that the game's retention and engagement metrics did not meet the high bar needed for its cost structure. He compared its potential success to Street Fighter 6, noting that 2XKO's chances might have been better if released earlier, but internal strategic misalignment also contributed to its downfall.
There are "all sorts of smart reasons" the League of Legends MMO shouldn't be made, Riot boss says, but…
Riot Games co-founder Marc Merrill acknowledges numerous 'smart reasons' why the League of Legends MMO shouldn't be made, citing the genre's challenges and existing competition. Despite these concerns, he expresses confidence in the project, highlighting the dedicated Runeterra fanbase and Riot's resources. However, the recent cancellation of the fighting game 2XKO has left fans cautious about the MMO's future.
Riot has "all sorts of smart reasons" to not make its League of Legends MMO, but Marc Merrill is confident it'll succeed
Riot Games co-founder Marc Merrill discussed the company's approach to developing a League of Legends MMO, acknowledging the significant challenges and risks involved in the genre. He emphasized that the decision to proceed is driven by the deep existing fanbase and the desire to let players live in the established Runeterra world, despite market trends and development complexities.
Hellraiser Revival's trailer upset my mother. I asked the devs if they're proud of its fearsome reputation
Developers at Boss Team Games discuss the controversial reputation of their upcoming horror title, Hellraiser: Revival. They express pride in the game's ability to be 'nobly provocative' and push boundaries, even if it means trailers are restricted and the game faces availability issues in certain regions like Germany due to its lack of an official rating.
March of Giants Might Actually Get You to Play a MOBA Besides Dota 2 and League | IGN Preview
March of Giants aims to challenge established MOBAs like League of Legends and Dota 2 by incorporating lessons learned from Rainbow Six Siege's success. The game plans to retain core MOBA mechanics such as complex itemization and last hitting while offering modern accessibility features.
March of Giants goes back to MOBA's roots, and its giant-filled, alt-WW1 world doesn't feel out of time
Ubisoft Montreal's upcoming free-to-play MOBA/RTS hybrid, March of Giants, impresses with its blend of classic real-time strategy elements and modern MOBA conventions. Set in an alternate World War I, the game features unique giants and a strong emphasis on troop management, offering a fresh take on the genre that aims to be accessible to newcomers while providing depth for veterans.
Exclusive Riftbound card reveals feature a princely League of Legends champion all about gear
Riot Games' trading card game Riftbound is releasing its final set, Riftbound: Radiance, on October 23, 2026. This set introduces new mechanics like Deploy, Show Off, and Disarm, highlighted by an exclusive reveal of the champion card Jarvan IV, Martial Paragon. The set focuses on Gear interactions and battlefield control, offering a strategic depth for players.
This New Riftbound Card Is An Exciting Variant Of A Time-Traveling Legend
Riftbound, the trading card game based on Riot Games's League of Legends, is set to launch its fifth major set, Radiance, on October 23. The article exclusively reveals the Overnumbered variant art for the card Ekko, Boy Who Shattered Time, highlighting its unique abilities and deck-building potential.
Riftbound Radiance card reveal - Bandle Scouts' Academy is perfect for Teemo degenerates
Riot Games has revealed the Bandle Scouts' Academy Battlefield card for its trading card game, Riftbound. This new card is designed to synergize with 'Hidden' mechanics, potentially boosting the viability of Teemo and Pyke decks. Set 5, Radiance, launches globally on October 23rd, featuring new mechanics and characters like Seraphine and Ekko.
True Damage returns for 2026's League of Legends Worlds anthem, and I'm very OK with it
Riot Games has announced that the virtual group True Damage will perform the 2026 League of Legends Worlds anthem, 'Know My Name.' The song will feature returning artists SOYEON, Coco Jones, Vic Mensa, and Sofia Reyes, celebrating the competitive spirit of the event. The anthem and its music video are set to release on October 8, with a live performance scheduled for November 14.
The Witcher 3 Remastered is the perfect excuse to get back on the Path, even if it looks a bit too colorful
The Witcher 3 Remastered offers a free upgrade for owners of the base game, enhancing visuals and combat with a more colorful and vibrant aesthetic. While the improved lighting and more fluid combat are praised, the increased saturation detracts from the original's gritty atmosphere, making some elements appear too cartoonish. Despite these visual criticisms, the remaster significantly improves gameplay mechanics and is considered a worthwhile experience, especially as a prelude to the upcoming 'Songs of the Past'.
League of Legends' player satisfaction is "very high" right now, Riot says, even if gameplay is "stale" at higher levels
Riot Games' Lead Gameplay Designer Matt Leung-Harrison stated that League of Legends player satisfaction is currently very high, despite some high-level players finding the gameplay stale. He acknowledged that while the game is balanced overall, changes will be made carefully to avoid disrupting the current state. Improvements are planned for the apex-tier ranked distribution in Europe for next season.
