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Neverwinter dates Biting Cold module release, extends quick start promotion
Cryptic Studios announced that Neverwinter's Module 33: Biting Cold will be released on May 19th. The studio is also extending its Quick Start event through May 26th, allowing new players to choose a pre-built level 20 character. The Biting Cold update introduces a new adventure zone, mechanics, encounters, and a dungeon.
Battlefield 6 Season 3 Roadmap Revealed, Including Obliteration and Casual Battle Royale Modes
Electronic Arts has revealed the roadmap for Season 3 of Battlefield 6, detailing new content and game modes. The season begins May 12th with the Warlords: Supremacy update, introducing a new map and weapons, alongside Ranked Battle Royale. Subsequent updates on July 9th and June 30th will add Obliteration and Casual Battle Royale modes, respectively.
Roadmaps and Plans
Arrowhead Game Studios is addressing player concerns about Helldivers 2's future content roadmap, outlining plans to ensure ongoing development. Separately, Sea of Thieves has released its content update details for May 2026.
Award-Winning PS Plus Game Surprise Drops Free Content Update
The award-winning PlayStation Plus game Abiotic Factor has received a surprise free content update called Cosmic Companions. Available now for PlayStation 5 players, the update introduces a new chemistry system, pet companions with evolutions, new weapons, tools, vehicles, and more. Abiotic Factor is also available for separate purchase on the PlayStation Store.
Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 Celebrates 12 Million Players, to Get More Content in Year 3
Focus Entertainment announced that Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 will receive post-launch content for a third year, with updates planned for Q2 and Q3 of Year 2, including new missions, modes, weapons, and cosmetics. The game has also surpassed 12 million players. Content originally planned for Year 2 that was not included will roll over into Year 3.
Windrose expects its next major content update will take ‘at least six months to deliver’
Kraken Express, a studio backed by Pocketpair, has announced that the next major content update for Windrose will take at least six months to deliver. The studio is prioritizing bug fixes and performance improvements before releasing the ambitious expansion, which will include a new biome called the Ashlands.
Guild Wars Reforged’s latest patch brings a new dungeon and ghost hero to Post-Searing Tyria
Guild Wars Reforged has received a new content update, adding the Forsaken Tunnels dungeon to Post-Searing Tyria, accessible to players in Reforged mode. Completing the dungeon unlocks the Ghost of Althea as a hero. The update also includes skill balancing tweaks as part of the game's 21st anniversary celebration, which runs until May 6th.
Final Fantasy XIV Evercold Expansion Revealed for January 2027 with Major System Additions and Overhaul
The upcoming expansion for Final Fantasy XIV, titled Evercold, is set to launch in January 2027 and will introduce significant system overhauls and a new story arc called "The Godless Realms Saga." The expansion will feature a new region, the "Fourth reflection," and introduce new gameplay features like "Adventurer Activity" for weekly rewards and an updated item level progression system. The game is also confirmed for Nintendo Switch, with a separate subscription requirement, and the PlayStation 4 version is nearing its end-of-life support.
Expedition 33 Gets Free PS5 Content Update as It Turns One Year Old and Surpasses 8 Million Sales
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has surpassed 8 million sales and received a free content update for its one-year anniversary. The update adds new anniversary haircuts for all playable characters, obtainable from specific merchants. The turn-based RPG, developed by Sandfall Interactive, was a surprise hit upon its debut in 2025.
Lord of the Rings Online deploys Update 48: A Glorious Hunt – without Rivendell housing
Lord of the Rings Online has deployed Update 48, titled "A Glorious Hunt," introducing a new high-level questing region, Hatokáli Fells, to conclude the Umbar adventure. The update also brings back the Anniversary Event with new rewards and a 19th-year giftbox. The release of the new Rivendell premium housing neighborhood has been delayed by one week due to an issue.
World of Warcraft Patch 12.0.5: Lingering Shadows arrives today – here’s the trailer
The first content update for World of Warcraft: Midnight, Patch 12.0.5 "Lingering Shadows," is now available. This update introduces new activities such as zone-wide Void Assaults, Ritual Sites, the Voidforge gear system, Abyss Anglers, and non-lethal PvP "Decor Duels," alongside Mythic+ dungeon additions and class changes.
ARC Raiders takes another step on its roadmap with an exotic offering, but it may not be enough to get back to old highs
Embark Studios is releasing a new map called Riven Tides for their extraction shooter ARC Raiders on April 28, alongside a content update featuring new cosmetics. The update aims to revitalize the game, which has seen a significant decline in player count due to a lack of new content. The Riven Tides map will feature a tropical setting with various environments, contrasting with the game's usual post-apocalyptic aesthetic.
STALKER 2 Sealed Truth content update brings a free new questline
Players who own STALKER 2: Heart of Chornobyl can now access the new 'Sealed Truth' questline as part of a free content update. This update introduces new challenges and rewards for players to discover within the game.
Roadmaps and Plans
S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl will receive a free content update titled Sealed Truth in April. Additionally, the game Marathon is offering a free kit frenzy through an experimental queue, featuring Dire Marsh sponsored content.
S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl Sealed Truth Update Arrives in Celebration of “Cost of Hope” DLC Announcement
GSC Game World has released a new content update for S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl, featuring a narrative-driven activity centered around the mysterious X-Lab. This free update expands the game's world with new story content and is released in celebration of the upcoming "Cost of Hope" DLC announcement.
Elder Scrolls Online previews its PvP rewards track, Season One content features, and Tamriel Tomes updates
The Elder Scrolls Online is set to release Update 50 on June 8th, introducing a new PvP progression track called veterancy, which rewards players with various in-game items for participating in PvP activities. Season One content will include a Thieves Guild storyline, an upgradeable mythic talisman, a reworked daily missions system, and new quests. The Tamriel Tomes system is also receiving updates, such as unused point rollovers and the ability to reroll weekly challenges.
Lost Ark's Matt Huston delivers a lonely final video roadmap, and it's breaking my heart
Lost Ark franchise lead Matt Huston delivered the game's final video roadmap, announcing a shift to text-based updates following recent departures from the Amazon Games team. The roadmap details upcoming content including Shadow Raids, Chaos Rifts, new gear, and the Catarum Archipelago region. Huston expressed gratitude for the community's support and acknowledged the contributions of former team members Roxanne Sabo and Henry Stelter.
World of Warcraft: Midnight’s first post-launch content update arrives later this month
World of Warcraft: Midnight's first post-launch content update, Patch 12.0.5, will arrive on April 21st, introducing new activities such as Void Assaults, Ritual Sites, and the Voidforge for gear upgrades. The update also features a new hide-and-seek PvP mode called Decor Duels set in Silvermoon City, with rewards including a mount and toys. Additionally, a trailer for the Midnight Arena World Championship has been released.
DayZ Update 1.29 Delivers Massive Performance Boost, Frostline Content & Audio Overhaul | Invision Game
Bohemia Interactive has released DayZ Update 1.29, introducing significant performance enhancements, a complete firearm audio overhaul, and new content for the Frostline expansion. The update focuses on server stability, with internal tests showing up to a 400% performance increase on high-population servers, alongside visual terrain upgrades and new winter-themed cosmetics. A native version for Xbox Series X|S is also now available for free to existing owners.
Disney Dreamlight Valley Drops Cryptic ‘Whispers in the Wind’ Update Teaser
Disney has released a cryptic teaser for the next content update for Disney Dreamlight Valley, titled 'Whispers in the Wind.' The announcement, shared via social media, has generated significant community excitement for new features and improvements. This marketing approach leans into intrigue, suggesting a potentially darker or more mysterious theme than typical Disney fare.
