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News, coverage and analysis tracking Valheim across the outlets.- MMO Week in Review: EverQuest risingThis week's MMO news roundup highlights the resurgence of the EverQuest franchise with EverQuest Legends entering paid beta and expansions teased for EverQuest and EverQuest II. Other major stories include the implosion of DreamWorld, potential layoffs at Blizzard and Bethesda, and Sony's shutdown of PS3 and PS Vita storefronts. The article also covers updates and news from various other MMOs like Elder Scrolls Online, Conan Exiles, and Valheim.
Weekend PC Download Deals for July 3: Steam Summer Sale continuesThe Steam Summer Sale and other PC gaming storefronts are offering numerous deals on a wide variety of titles. This includes discounts on major releases, indie games, and bundles across platforms like Steam, Epic Games Store, GOG, and Humble Bundle. Several retailers are participating, with prices and availability varying.- Valheim’s price is going up in September as the devs won’t confirm post-launch contentIron Gate announced that Valheim's price will increase to $29.99 when it exits Early Access on September 9th. The developers have not confirmed if more content will be added post-launch, focusing on bug fixes and quality of life improvements, with the 1.0 update specifically targeting the Deep North biome rather than oceans.
Valheim to Cost $10 More With Update 1.0, Fate of the Ocean Biome Remains UnknownValheim will increase in price from $20 to $30 on September 9 with the launch of its 1.0 update, which also introduces the new Deep North biome. The game will also debut on PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch alongside its existing availability on Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, and PC. The fate of the Ocean biome remains uncertain, with developer Iron Gate stating they are observing player feedback before committing to further content additions.
Överlevnadsgenren i backspegelnThis article traces the history and evolution of the survival game genre, starting with UnReal World in 1992 and highlighting key titles like Minecraft, DayZ, Rust, The Forest, Ark: Survival Evolved, and Valheim. It discusses how the genre has expanded from niche simulations to a broad category encompassing various gameplay styles and player engagement, emphasizing the core human drive for survival and adaptation as its enduring appeal.
Valheim 1.0 won’t update the survival game’s sparse oceans, reveal devs Iron Gate, who add it’s "too soon to say" how long post-release updates will continueIron Gate has announced that Valheim's 1.0 release in September will introduce the Deep North biome but will not include updates to the game's oceans. The developers also stated that it is too early to determine the extent of post-release content updates, though bug fixes and quality-of-life improvements will continue. The game's price will increase to $29.99 with the 1.0 launch.
Witchspire Early Access Review – Magical survival and creature catching, but some co-op flawsWitchspire is a magical survival game that streamlines common tasks through spellcasting and offers creature companions that can be leveled up and provide base support. Despite its early access status, the game is visually impressive and provides a fun single-player experience, though co-op has some notable flaws regarding character and loot ownership. The game also features engaging exploration mechanics like broom flying and teleport dashes.
Valheim will get a 50% price hike when it hits 1.0, and no changes to the ocean biomeValheim will increase in price from $20 to $30 when it officially launches out of early access on September 9. The 1.0 update will introduce a new Deep North biome and Steam achievements, but will not include changes to the ocean biome as some players had hoped. Iron Gate Studios stated that while bug fixes and quality-of-life improvements will continue, major content updates after 1.0 are uncertain.
Palworld lead says there's no "bad blood" between rival survival games like Valheim and Rust: "We all get along really well because we all have something in common!"Pocketpair's John Buckley stated that there is no rivalry between survival game developers, emphasizing that they all share a common passion for the genre. This sentiment is highlighted by the "Super Survival Summer" bundle on Steam, featuring Palworld, Valheim, Rust, and other titles at a discounted price. Buckley also shared his personal involvement in curating the bundle as a side project.- The best MMO and multiplayer deals from Steam’s 2026 summer sale and beyondSteam's 2026 Summer Sale is offering significant discounts on a wide variety of MMO and multiplayer titles, including bundles and individual game sales. Notable deals include discounts on Palworld, Guild Wars 2, Dune Awakening, Destiny 2 DLC, Elder Scrolls Online, and many more, with prices slashed across numerous genres and publishers.
Slay the Spire 2's creator reveals the inspiration for its most controversial foe: "I was playing too much Deadlock."Mega Crit Co-Founder Casey Yano revealed inspirations behind Slay the Spire 2's characters, including the controversial Doormaker boss, which was influenced by playing Valve's Deadlock. Yano also explained that the fairy Ancient Nonupeipe's name is an easter egg referencing a placeholder icon, and that the Ceremonial Beast boss was inspired by Princess Mononoke's Forest Spirit and shares similarities with Valheim's Eikthyr.
35 Big Games Still Coming Out For The Rest of 2026This article highlights 35 major video game releases anticipated for the remainder of 2026 across various platforms including PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Nintendo Switch. It details upcoming titles such as Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, EA Sports College Football 27, Palworld 1.0, and Grand Theft Auto 6, providing brief descriptions and release windows for each.
Collectathon - Stjärnor, bananer och jakten på 100 procentThis article discusses the collectathon genre, where levels are designed as treasure maps for players aiming for 100% completion. It also touches upon various gaming news and discussions, including the release of Valheim on PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch, and the final part of the Final Fantasy VII Remake trilogy. Additionally, it mentions potential layoffs at Ubisoft.
Valor Mortis delayed to October 13Lyrical Games and One More Level have delayed the single-player first-person Soulslike game Valor Mortis from September 24 to October 13. The delay across PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series platforms is intended to avoid a crowded September release schedule and allow for further game improvements based on demo feedback.
While you're waiting for Valheim 1.0, why not try this map that transforms it into a massive RPG?A new mod called 'Adventure Map' transforms Valheim into a massive RPG experience, featuring hand-crafted locations, quests, and characters developed over two years. While the original Valheim focuses on procedural generation and base building, this mod offers a curated adventure with inns, shops, and guided quests, providing a different way to experience the game.
Romestead Preview – A blast with friends, but a little less so withoutRomestead is a new survival game that blends elements of Stardew Valley's aesthetics with Valheim's settlement building and combat, set in a Roman Empire-inspired world. While enjoyable solo, the game truly shines in co-op, where players can form raiding parties and manage their growing settlement together. Currently in Early Access, Romestead offers a fresh setting and deep mechanics, with potential for future improvements in building customization and loot variety.- Massively OP Podcast Episode 568: Take me home, Tyrian roadsThe Massively OP Podcast episode 568 covers the official announcement of Guild Wars 3, release windows for Aion 2, Stars Reach, Loftia, Dune Awakening, and Valheim, and early access updates for Camelot Unchained and Eterspire. The hosts also discuss Star Wars: The Old Republic's Update 7.9 and The Elder Scrolls Online's Update 50.
How About One More Game for Your September Schedule? Valheim Gets Full PS5 ReleaseThe popular survival game Valheim will receive its full 1.0 release on PlayStation 5 on September 9, 2026, after five years in early access. The launch will include the new Deep North biome and the fully updated base version of the game. Creative director Robin Eyre expressed excitement for the conclusion of the Valheim journey with this update.
Valheim Finally Has A 1.0 Release DateIron Gate Studios announced that Valheim's Deep North update, which will bring the game to version 1.0, is set to release on September 9, 2026. The viking survival game will also launch on PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch 2 alongside its PC and Xbox versions. The Deep North update will introduce a challenging new biome with deep snow, new enemies, and buildable drawbridges.
Valheim 1.0 launches September 9th for PC and consolesIron Gate announced that Valheim 1.0 will launch on September 9th for PC, Mac, Linux, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch, featuring crossplay for up to 10 players. The Viking-inspired survival game, which originally launched in Early Access in February 2021, has sold over ten million copies and is praised for its engaging survival systems and boss battles.