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Fortnite, the Biggest Game in the World, Wants You to Help Pay Its Bills
Epic Games is increasing the price of V-Bucks in Fortnite starting March 19, 2026, citing increased operational costs. While the pack prices remain the same, players will receive fewer V-Bucks per purchase. The cost of the Battle Pass will be reduced to 800 V-Bucks, and Fortnite Crew subscriptions will also provide fewer V-Bucks.
Star Trek Online hands out 16th anniversary gifts while Neverwinter activates a new battle pass
Star Trek Online is celebrating its 16th anniversary with daily login gifts for players. Meanwhile, its sister MMO Neverwinter is launching a new battle pass called 'For Gods and Glory' on March 10th, coinciding with the release of Module 32.5 and new content for Star Trek Online on PlayStation and Xbox.
Issues and Activism
Veteran developer Greg Costikyan has criticized the GDC 2026 "Festival of Gaming" rebrand, calling it out amidst a significant industry crisis. The article also touches on issues with The Marathon's battle pass, suggesting it is poorly implemented.
Marathon players rip ‘worst value for your money’ battle pass, and they definitely have a point
Players of Bungie's new live-service shooter Marathon are criticizing its first battle pass, calling it the "worst value for your money." Concerns include the lack of premium currency rewards and the overall low quality of cosmetic items offered, especially compared to other live-service titles. Players are urging others to not purchase the pass to send a message to the developer.
WWE 2K26 Review - The Main Event Wrestling Game We Need Right Now
WWE 2K26 is a significant improvement over last year's entry, addressing long-standing issues with quality-of-life upgrades across various modes. While new match types are largely reskins, the game excels in its best-playing experience in years, featuring a new battle-pass-style "Ringside Pass" system for content unlocks and an improved Showcase mode with the "Showcase Gauntlet" option. Despite some dated animations and a less engaging MyRise mode, WWE 2K26 offers substantial upgrades making it a worthwhile wrestling game.
Marvel Rivals is bringing back Chrono Rush, among other fixes, in its latest patch: 'With no cap on how many points…
Marvel Rivals has reintroduced the Chrono Rush event, allowing players to earn unlimited Chrono Tokens for battle pass tiers and cosmetics. The event runs for two weeks and also offers a way to exchange surplus tokens for in-game units, though with a cap. The latest patch also includes fixes for bugs related to Angela's Assassin's Charge and Doctor Strange's portal.
Marathon promises to avoid stressful FOMO-inducing battle passes
Bungie has addressed player feedback regarding the upcoming game Marathon, assuring that it will not feature stressful FOMO-inducing battle passes. The developer shared this information as part of a recap of player discussions during the third day of the Server Slam event.
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Bungie's Marathon has received an age rating for PlayStation 4 and Xbox One, though official last-gen support remains unconfirmed. The studio also announced that Marathon's battle passes will not expire, allowing players to progress at their own pace. Additionally, the Pokémon TCG schedule for 2026 revealed the return of Mega Evolutions, and Five Nights at Freddy's 2 is set to stream on Peacock on April 3, 2026.
Bungie reveals Marathon’s Reward Passes never expire and can be completed anytime
Bungie has revealed details about Marathon's "Reward Passes," which function like battle passes but do not expire and can be completed at any time, eliminating FOMO. Seasonal content will be free for all players, with no "pay for power" mechanics. While players can purchase previous seasons' passes, the premium currency "Lux" is primarily for cosmetic items and cannot be used to speed up battle pass progression.
Hallelujah, Bungie's confirmed that Marathon's battle passes don't expire, you can purchase old ones, and…
Bungie has confirmed that Marathon's battle passes will not expire and can be purchased retroactively, alleviating concerns about FOMO. The game will feature seasonal wipes that reset progress but introduce new content like maps and weapons. Marathon will use two currencies: Silk, earned through gameplay for battle pass progression, and Lux, a premium currency for the in-game store.
Battlefield 6's New Patch Addresses QoL and Stability Issues, As Well As UI and Battle Pass - IGN
Battlefield 6 has released update 1.2.1.5, focusing on quality-of-life improvements, stability fixes, and addressing issues with the UI and Battle Pass. The patch also restores missing store content and resolves critical revive and gadget interactions across PC and consoles. This update comes as the game faces community backlash and a 'Mixed' Steam user score.
Battlefield 6's next season will speed up battle pass progression, and make it so Redsec players who don't own the game can actually make progress
Battlefield 6's upcoming Season 2 will introduce significant changes to player progression, including faster Battle Pass advancement and improved XP earn rates for both the full game and the free-to-play Redsec mode. The update also addresses weapon recoil, movement mechanics, and audio issues, with a new map and LTMs planned.
Battlefield 6 Season 2 delayed like many of us expected, but we're getting a new update and a bonus battle pass path
Battlefield Studios has delayed the launch of Season 2 for Battlefield 6 by nearly a month to February 17, 2026, to further refine content and incorporate player feedback. The current Season 1 will be extended to the same date. An update arriving January 20, 2026, will introduce new weekly challenges, a bonus battle pass path called Frostfire, and continue daily login rewards and double XP events.
Arc Raiders' Cold Snap update brings snow storms to most maps, new events and a new Raider Deck
The Cold Snap update for Arc Raiders introduces new gameplay mechanics, including snowstorms that affect visibility and create solid lakes, and a frostbite system that drains health when exposed to cold for too long. The update also brings limited-time events like Flickering Flames and Candleberry Banquet Project, alongside a new free Raider Deck battle pass.
Arc Raiders' first new map arrives this month, bringing even more Arc units, just as the game casually breaks its own Steam record again
Arc Raiders, developed by Embark Studios, has seen a surge in player numbers, breaking its own Steam concurrent player record multiple times. The game is set to receive its first post-launch map, Stella Montis, this month, along with new Arc units, community unlock events, quests, and gameplay items. Future updates in December will include a Snowfall Map Condition, Flickering Flames event, and the reveal of the Expedition Departure Window for voluntary character wipes, as well as a new Raider Deck battle pass.
Overwatch battle pass - Season 2 leak and all Season 1 rewards
A datamined leak has revealed details about the Overwatch Season 2 battle pass, including headline items that appeared on the Blizzard store page. The article also breaks down the rewards and pricing for the Overwatch Season 1 battle pass, which runs from February 10 to April 14, 2026, featuring 80 tiers of rewards and premium options.
What to Expect in Fortnite Season 2: Chapter 8
Fortnite Chapter 2 Season 8, titled "Cubed," introduces a new theme centered around mysterious cubes that have been unleashed after the alien invasion. Players can expect new weapons, locations, characters, and skins, along with a new dimension called "The Sideways" featuring monster NPCs and low gravity. The Battle Pass remains priced at 950 V-Bucks, offering various skins including Marvel's Carnage, and players can contribute earned Bars to build Turret Stations to defend the island.
