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WoW's haunted: Players report that their disconnected friends' characters are starting to play the game on…
Players of World of Warcraft are reporting an unusual phenomenon where disconnected characters appear to continue moving and fighting independently. This behavior, observed after the 12.1 patch, has led to speculation about a new disconnect protection feature or a game bug. Blizzard Entertainment has not yet officially commented on the matter.
World of Warcraft accidentally started another plague-spreading incident with a debuff
A debuff called Withering Contagion from the Brackenhide Hollow dungeon in World of Warcraft's Dragonflight expansion unintentionally spread outside its intended area during a recent Timewalking event. This caused players to die in unintended locations, reminiscent of the 2005 Corrupted Blood incident, though the bug was quickly fixed.
Sure would be great if Oblivion Remastered got patched on PC to coincide with the Switch 2 release
The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered is set to release on Nintendo Switch 2 on August 11, with a trailer showcasing its features. The article expresses a desire for the PC version to receive further patches to address lingering bugs and performance issues, similar to those fixed post-launch, to improve its playability on platforms like the Steam Deck.
"Half the game is in the player's imagination": Batman Arkham Knight fan-favorite detail is actually a 12-year-old bug, Rocksteady veteran reveals
A former Rocksteady Studios programmer, Aadit Doshi, revealed that a long-standing fan observation in Batman: Arkham Knight, where Robin mimics Batman's crouch but Batman doesn't reciprocate for Robin, is actually a bug and not an intentional design choice. Doshi shared this information, which was confirmed by a manager who worked on the system, suggesting that the perceived intentionality of the interaction added to the game's charm.
An obscure new game-breaking Destiny bug lets you one-hit bosses, and I don't think Bungie's gonna let this…
A new game-breaking bug has been discovered in Destiny 2 that allows players to stack multiple seasonal artifact mods simultaneously. This exploit enables players to achieve incredibly powerful builds, such as turning Titan's Thundercrash into a nuclear bomb or creating a massive Threadling army, allowing for bosses to be defeated in seconds. While the bug is obscure, it is expected to be patched quickly by Bungie due to its game-breaking nature.
A single crab has the third highest player kill count in Path of Exile 2
A bug in Path of Exile 2's early access caused a specific crab enemy to kill players instantly with a volley of projectiles, leading to it becoming the third deadliest monster in the game. Lead developers Jonathan Rogers and Mark Roberts discussed the issue with streamer Zizaran, explaining it was a typo that caused the bug and highlighting the challenges of balancing difficulty in early access titles.
Blizzard's buffed my favorite WoW spec in the most monkey paw way it possibly could
A recent World of Warcraft patch has introduced a bug affecting the Outlaw Rogue spec, specifically related to its smoke bomb ability. While intended to enhance the spec's flavor, the smoke cloud now obstructs player vision, making it difficult to avoid in-game hazards and potentially hindering group content. The author expresses a desire for Blizzard Entertainment to adjust the visual clarity of the smoke effect.
World of Warcraft is getting a sub price increase in several countries, and it couldn't come at a worse time
Blizzard Entertainment is increasing subscription prices for World of Warcraft in the UK, Kazakhstan, Georgia, and Turkey starting June 22, 2026. This announcement comes amidst significant bugs in the game's latest patch, including the temporary disabling of player housing in The Americas and Oceania. The price hikes vary by region, with some players facing increases of up to 40%.
Pokemon Champions Gave Us Trans Gallade And They're Already Taking Her Away
Pokemon Champions has sparked discussion around LGBTQ representation due to a tutorial featuring a Gallade with a female gender, which is technically impossible for the species. Developers have stated this was a glitch and will be patched, leading to fan disappointment. The game's launch has also been marred by other bugs and missing content.
RPS Verdict: In its best moments, Samson is like a goon-battering GTA 4 roleplay mod, but in its worst it's horribly broken
Samson, an open-world crime game from Liquid Swords, offers moments reminiscent of Grand Theft Auto 4 roleplaying mods but is plagued by significant bugs and technical issues. Players take on the role of Samson, a getaway driver paying off a debt through various illicit jobs, with a unique daily repayment mechanic adding tension. Despite its engaging premise and atmospheric urban worldbuilding, game-breaking bugs and mission failures frequently undermine the experience.
