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SpiritVale apologizes for a rocky launch as it works to hire a backend dev and fix its auction hall
Indie MMORPG SpiritVale, developed by Baikun Interactive, has apologized for a rocky launch week that saw a surge in players but also significant technical issues. The studio is working to hire a backend developer to address problems with the auction hall and server performance, which were exacerbated by an unforeseen player count. Baikun Interactive has confirmed there will be no server wipe or rollback.
Craft World Goes Live With New Quest System From Angry Dynomites Lab
Angry Dynomites Lab, now operating as VOYA Games, has launched a new quest system in Craft World, featuring Daily, Weekly, and Endless quests that reward players with points for milestone rewards like Eggs, Swaps, and Boosters. The game, which debuted on Ronin mainnet after a successful testnet phase, revolves around resource gathering and construction, powered by the DynoCoin utility token.
Games Inbox: Which is better out of Cyberpunk 2077 and The Witcher 3?
Readers debate whether Cyberpunk 2077 or The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt is the superior game, with many favoring The Witcher 3 for its story and characters. Discussions also touch upon the longevity of digital versus physical game sales, the unique economy of Counter-Strike skins, and concerns about Nintendo's recent game releases and pricing strategies.
Chainers Reworks Its Reward Pools, Debuts Tier 4 With CFB Payouts Multiplied by Four
Chainers has implemented a significant rework of its Reward Pools, introducing a new Tier 4 and increasing payouts across all existing tiers. Daily Tier 1 payouts have quadrupled from 750 to 3,000 CFB, with overall increases ranging from 75 to 90 percent. Developed by 51 Games, this update aims to enhance the game's economy and provide more rewarding experiences for both new and veteran players.
Roblox Plus is taking away unlimited private servers because players gave out "thousands" for free
Roblox Corporation is limiting Roblox Plus subscribers to one free private server per game starting September 24th. This change aims to prevent the widespread distribution of free paid private servers, which has impacted creator revenue and game economies. While the core benefit remains, the unlimited access previously offered is being removed to ensure fair monetization for creators.
GTA Online's grindy new update sends exactly the wrong message ahead of GTA 6
Rockstar Games' latest update to Grand Theft Auto Online has significantly reduced payouts for heists, including the new Kortz Center Heist, leading to player frustration. This move, which makes repeat attempts less lucrative and decreases the chances of finding high-value loot, is seen by players as an unnecessary increase in grind and a negative sign for the upcoming Grand Theft Auto 6 multiplayer.
Arc Raiders has targeted yet another duplication exploit just a couple of days after celebrating a drop in suspicious…
Embark has released a hotfix for Arc Raiders to address a new duplication exploit that allowed for rapid spawning of explosives. While this new glitch was patched quickly, some players are frustrated that older, more impactful duplication glitches, such as those affecting weapons and entire kits, remain unresolved and continue to damage the game's economy.
I'm starting to lose track of Arc Raiders dupes at this point, but Embark says it just fixed another one
Developer Embark Studios has released a hotfix for Arc Raiders to address a duplication exploit that has been plaguing the game's economy. This marks the latest in a series of duplication issues, with the studio reiterating its stance on banning accounts that gain significant advantages from exploits. While the game lacks a global economy, duping can still impact engagements and cheapen the player experience by flooding the game with high-level items.
Trove begins Sunfest as Gamigo introduces anti-cheat and cracks down on exploitative mods
Gamigo has launched the summer Sunfest event for Trove, which includes new quests and collectibles. Alongside the event, the company has implemented an anti-cheat system called Xigncode on PC to combat exploitative behavior and ensure fair gameplay. The update also clarifies acceptable mods, focusing on UI and quality-of-life improvements while prohibiting automation and cheating.
Arc Raiders reveals it's been successfully targeting item duplication exploits as the percentage of players with 'unusually high profit per minute' drops below 1% for the first time in months
Embark has announced significant progress in combating item duplication exploits in Arc Raiders, with the percentage of players exhibiting unusually high profit per minute dropping below 1%. The studio has also completed the rollout of Denuvo Anti-Cheat, which is now enforced for all players, leading to promising results in identifying and acting against cheaters.
Palia: Best Gold Farming in 2026
This guide details the best gold farming methods in Palia for 2026, focusing on Party Cooking, Gardening (specifically Bok Choy Kimchi), and Glow Worm Farms. Party Cooking offers the highest gold return in the shortest time, while gardening and glow worm farms provide consistent income. The article emphasizes combining methods for maximum profit.
Axie Infinity: Terrariums Earns $95,753 in Opening Week Sales
Sky Mavis has released Version 1.1 for Axie Infinity: Terrariums, expanding earning mechanics by integrating more Axie ecosystem assets into the Atia's Flame score for bAXS rewards. The update also introduces Fortune Slips and enhances land items. In its opening week, Terrariums generated $95,753 in sales, with a significant portion of land plots activated, demonstrating strong player engagement and financial performance.
The Daily Grind: Do you make or wear anything but the best gear in your MMO?
This article discusses player gear choices in MMORPGs, using Star Wars Galaxies as an example where the author crafts and sells mid-level armor. It questions whether players prioritize the best gear or settle for good enough, suggesting this choice might indicate if a game is a sandbox.
Embark switches up Arc Raiders expeditions again, and this time it's giving away paid currency and precious…
Embark Studios is altering the expedition wipe mechanic in Arc Raiders for the fourth season, shifting the primary reward from permanent skill points to a combination of premium currency and blueprints. Each completed objective will now grant 150 Raider Tokens and one blueprint, with a total of 750 Raider Tokens and five blueprints achievable per expedition. The studio acknowledges player feedback and plans further adjustments to balance rewards for both veteran and new players.
Marathon is finally getting a PVE mode called Vault Breaker
Bungie announced that Marathon will introduce its first PvE-only mode, Vault Breaker, during Season 2's mid-season update. This mode allows players to tackle the Cryo Archive vaults and the Compiler boss without interference from other players, though gear found within will not carry over to the main extraction mode's economy. The update also includes a new Cradle Evolution prestige system and hints at major additions for Season 3.
Sol Siege Economy Enhancements Increase Rewards and Introduce Marketplace Minimum Prices
Sol Siege, an idle auto-battle game on the Solana blockchain, has implemented an economy update that increases in-game earnings by 8% and reduces costs for upgrades and repairs. The update also introduces fixed minimum prices for high-tier items to protect their market value and adds new whale-tier Scrap packs with discounted pricing.
Path of Exile 2 director says players exploiting system to become in-game millionaires 'ruined Christmas for me' and joked that he's 'lost all sympathy' for everyone who took advantage of it
Path of Exile 2 co-director Mark Roberts expressed frustration over a game-breaking exploit involving the new 'temple' system that allowed players to become in-game millionaires, forcing the development team to interrupt their holiday break for emergency patches. Roberts stated that the exploit "ruined Christmas" and that he has "lost all sympathy" for those who exploited the system, highlighting the ongoing challenges of balancing an early access game economy.
Immortal Rising 2 Releases New Pet Companion Update
Immortal Rising 2 has released a new update introducing a Pet System that allows players to acquire combat-enhancing companions. The June update also features a seasonal Picnic Event, revamped shop options, and bug fixes, aiming to increase player interaction and engagement. These additions are expected to stimulate demand for the in-game IMT token and Starlight resource, aligning with the game's development roadmap.
How To Get Rich In Grow A Garden 2 (It’s Simpler Than You Think)
This guide details the most effective methods for earning money in Grow A Garden 2, focusing on the plant Bamboo as the primary income source due to its availability, quick growth, and mutation potential. It also touches on other efficiency-boosting elements like pets and garden decorations, while briefly mentioning other crops for aesthetic and supplementary income.
Best POE 2 Currency Sites: 7 Stores Ranked for Safety and Delivery
This article ranks seven online stores for purchasing Path of Exile 2 currency, emphasizing safety and delivery speed. It highlights how currency is crucial for trading and crafting in the game, especially after recent economic adjustments in the 0.5.0 Return of the Ancients update. The guide provides an overview of each platform's strengths, such as POEcurrency's specialization, IGGM's comprehensive services, and EZG's competitive pricing, to help players make informed decisions.
