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Overwatch's Junkrat's Loot Hunt event is back this weekend, and I can't wait to get trash from my loot boxes
The Junkrat's Loot Hunt event has returned to Overwatch, offering players standard loot boxes and double XP for participating. The event runs from April 8 to April 12 and rewards players for daily play, with wins counting as double points. This recurring event provides an opportunity to earn in-game cosmetics and progress through the Season 2 battle pass.
How to catch items from Golden Fishing Spots to reduce Fishstick’s supply in Fortnite Chapter 7, season 2
This guide explains how to complete a quest in Fortnite Chapter 7, Season 2 that requires players to catch items from Golden Fishing Spots to reduce Fishstick's supply. Golden Fishing Spots can spawn in any fishable water, with Squibbly Shores being a particularly good location. Players need to catch a total of three items from these spots to complete the objective.
Battlefield 6 Season 3 trailer confirms new weapons and a closer look at Cairo Bazaar
The trailer for Battlefield 6 Season 3 has revealed new weapons including the L115 Sniper Rifle, M16A4 Assault Rifle, RPK-74M LMG, and PP-19 SMG, all of which will be unlockable through the battle pass. The trailer also provided a closer look at the new Golmud Railway remake map and the Cairo Bazaar map, inspired by Battlefield 3's Market map. Additionally, segments for Battlefield REDSEC's ranked mode were teased.
Battlefield 6’s Season 3 Battle Pass is Now Available for Pre-Order
EA has launched pre-orders for the Season 3 Battle Pass for Battlefield 6, offering a standard version for $9.99 and a premium 'Battlefield Pro' package for $24.99. The early availability of battle pass pre-orders has sparked debate among players regarding monetization practices. Season 3 will also introduce the 'Railway to Golmud' map, a remake of Battlefield 4's Golmud Railway, which DICE developers have described as the largest map in Battlefield 6 to date.
Issues and Activism
Players are divided over Electronic Arts' decision to open pre-orders for a Battle Pass in Battlefield 6. Meanwhile, the remastered version of The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion continues to suffer from the same issues that affected it at launch.
Battlefield 6 Players Divided After EA Opens the Door to Battle Pass Pre-Orders
Electronic Arts and Battlefield Studios have sparked division among Battlefield 6 players by enabling pre-orders for the Season 3 battle pass nearly two weeks before its official launch. This move has led to player discussions regarding the early availability of the pass.
EA now lets you pre-order battle passes in Battlefield 6 for exclusive rewards, because of course it does
Electronic Arts is now allowing players to pre-order battle passes for Battlefield 6, including an upgraded 'BF Pro' version, ahead of their official launch. Pre-ordering offers exclusive in-game rewards such as weapon packages and tier skips. This move comes as the game enters a phase of adding new content and features, despite a significant drop in player count since its launch.
Overwatch events - all active events in 2026
This guide details the active in-game events for Overwatch, including Hatred's Reckoning and Operation: Grand Mesa, which offer themed rewards and challenges. Players can earn experience and battle pass tiers by completing specific objectives within these limited-time events.
Sweepstakes Casino Platforms Ranked: Why Social Gamers Should Compare Before Playing in 2026
This guide ranks sweepstakes casino platforms, comparing them to mainstream social gaming experiences like FC 26 and Rocket League. It emphasizes evaluating platforms based on their sweep-coin economy, game variety from studios like Pragmatic Play, mobile interface, redemption process, and responsible-play tools. The article highlights how these platforms utilize mechanics familiar to live-service and esports players, advising social gamers to compare options before committing time to any single platform.
Escape From Tarkov Arena is free-to-play this weekend, just in time for its new season
Battlestate Games is offering a free-to-play weekend for Escape From Tarkov Arena from April 24-27, 2026, coinciding with the launch of its new Season 2. The update includes a revamped battle pass, weapon rebalancing, and a move to the Unity 6 engine. A 30% discount on the full game is available until May 3.
Fortnite Players Decode What Makes Battle Passes Worth Buying
A Fortnite player's theory suggests that the prevalence of skin reskins in battle passes indicates the popularity of the original designs. This perspective argues that Epic Games strategically creates variants of successful cosmetics, using data to identify skins with mass appeal and staying power. While the community is divided, this viewpoint offers a new way to evaluate battle pass value by considering the potential for popular skins to inspire future content.
CoD BO7 Season 3: A Beginner’s Survival Guide
This guide provides a beginner's breakdown of Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 Season 3, which launched on April 2, 2026, featuring new maps, weapons, and modes. It offers advice on starting with casual playlists, utilizing the Battle Pass and weekly challenges for unlocks, and approaching Zombies Directed Mode before standard rounds. The guide also touches on Ranked Play progression and new seasonal systems like Operation Poison Pill and Operator-specific loadouts.
War Thunder Season 23 Brings Greek Mythology Theme, Premium Spitfire Rewards
Gaijin Entertainment has announced details for War Thunder's Season 23 Battle Pass, titled 'Apollo's Chariot,' which introduces a Greek mythology theme. The season features rewards such as a premium Spitfire LF Mk IXc in Royal Hellenic Air Force colors and the Japanese destroyer Suzutsuki. The Battle Pass system will be available for 90 days, offering players a variety of in-game items and vehicles.
Apex Legends Battlepass Fixed After Respawn Rolls Back Broken Patch
Respawn Entertainment has rolled back a recent patch for Apex Legends after it caused issues with battlepass progression, preventing players from leveling beyond 60 and causing daily/weekly challenges to not contribute. The studio communicated the rollback and subsequent fix, emphasizing their commitment to player trust and the importance of a functioning progression system in live service games.
Lego Fortnite Soaring Skies Lego Pass: All Skins, Builds, And Decor Items
The latest Lego Fortnite content update introduces the Soaring Skies Lego Pass, featuring new Ninjago-themed story elements and buildable airships. The pass, available for 1,200 V-Bucks or via Fortnite Crew, includes items like the Dragoncraft Cruiser, Luft-Llama Longboat, and Dreadnought Dirigible, along with the KD Rattical skin. A free track also offers some rewards, including one airship build. This pass is the longest to date, running until September 2.
All new skins in Overwatch Season 2 and how to get them
Overwatch 2 Season 2: Summit introduces new skins for various characters, including Sierra. Players can acquire these skins primarily through the Battle Pass, with free and premium tiers offering different rewards. Additional skins are available for purchase in the in-game shop and through special bundles.
League of Legends Season 2 finally makes Arena the star, and it's the most exciting update in ages
League of Legends Season 2 introduces significant updates, including a shorter season duration, changes to the battle pass system, and WASD controls for ranked play. The Arena game mode receives a major overhaul with new maps, an event system featuring modes like 3x6 and Swift Arena, and an enhanced augment system with leveling and crafting options. Riot Games also addresses role quest restrictions and introduces new Guests of Honor for Arena.
Overwatch 2 Season 2 Battle Pass Skins Spark Community Discussion
Overwatch 2's Season 2 battle pass skins have sparked significant community discussion on social media and platforms like Reddit. Players are debating the quality, value, and overall direction of the game's cosmetic offerings and monetization strategy.
Overwatch Lands On Switch 2 Tomorrow, Will Be 60fps Both Handheld And Docked
Overwatch is launching on Nintendo Switch tomorrow, April 14, 2026, with improved visuals and audio, running at 60fps in both handheld and docked modes. The update coincides with the start of Season 2, titled Reign of Talon: Summit, which introduces a new DPS hero named Sierra and a dedicated in-game event. New battle passes, hero perks, mythic skins, and a redesigned Antarctica map are also part of the update.
Pokemon Champions Battle Pass Season M-2 rewards leaked
Details regarding the Battle Pass Season M-2 rewards for Pokemon Champions have been leaked, seemingly datamined by ElChicoEevee. The current Season M-1 is expected to conclude on May 12th, with the next season anticipated to begin at least a month later. The leaked rewards include various in-game items, character skins, and new Pokémon like Skarmory, Kangaskhan, and Gengar.
