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Ghost of Yōtei is Getting The Last of Us-Inspired Armor Set on October 1st
Ghost of Tsushima players will receive a new armor set inspired by The Last of Us's Clickers on October 1st. This cosmetic item unlocks by playing the new free 'Most Wanted' mode and can be used across the base game, Legends, and the Echoes of Sekigahara expansion. The armor set features spore-like growths and a black-and-purple color scheme.
EA SPORTS FC 27 Review | TheXboxHub
EA SPORTS FC 27 offers a step forward in gameplay, with improved defensive and attacking fluidity, and more impactful tactical changes. The new "The Grounds" mode, featuring street football and minigames, is a promising addition, though it feels underdeveloped currently. Career Mode's reworked transfer market and dynamic player ratings enhance realism, while Ultimate Team sees minor revamps.
Arc Raiders ska testa ett PvE-läge i oktober
Embark Studios will test a PvE-only mode for Arc Raiders from October 13-20, responding to player demand for a cooperative experience without PvP conflict. This mode will offer a different loot value and exclude certain map conditions designed for higher tension.
Bungie Finally Details Radical Changes for Marathon
Bungie has detailed significant changes and new game modes for its title Marathon, which launched in March 2026. The developer hopes these updates will revitalize the game.
Counter-Strike 2 gets a new 3v3 game mode and stealth-adds chicken eggs in latest update
Counter-Strike 2 has received a new update introducing the 'Rush' mode, a fast-paced 3v3 objective-based game mode. The update also includes a new map voting system for Premier matches, silent reloading, improved bullet impact visibility, and the unannounced addition of colored chicken eggs.
Counter-Strike 2 gets 3v3 Rush mode in new update
Valve has introduced a new 3v3 Rush mode to Counter-Strike 2, featuring fast-paced matches across randomly selected battle arenas. The update also includes leaderboards for players to compete for wins and bragging rights. Counter-Strike 2 continues to perform well since its 2023 launch.
Valve's CS2 Chicken Egg steals the update thunder from new 3v3 mode Rush
Valve has released a new update for Counter-Strike 2, introducing the fast-paced 3v3 game mode 'Rush' and a secret feature allowing players to hatch and raise virtual chickens. The update also includes quality-of-life improvements such as silent reloads, updated Premier pick/ban rules, and clearer impact visibility.
How King of the Hill works - Wardogs
The King of the Hill game mode in Wardogs, also known as KOTH, is the primary mode available in its early access. It involves three teams competing to control a central zone by having the most players within it, earning points over time. The mode features a 'Hot Zone' mechanic that doubles points for players within it and can be manipulated by building and activating drills or towers.
War Thunder adds new Greek vehicles and new permanent modes in its Sky Odyssey update
The Sky Odyssey update for War Thunder introduces new Greek military vehicles, including the Leopard 2HEL tank and the Rafaele EG fighter jet, which are integrated into the Israel tree. The update also adds several permanent game modes, such as Naval Enduring Confrontation and Bullet Hell, along with a new ground battles map in the Falkland Islands and various other vehicle and gameplay enhancements.
Diablo 4 devs "know many of you are waiting for Solo Self-Found to return" in Season 15 after a glitch killed…
Blizzard Entertainment has confirmed that the Solo Self-Found mode for Diablo 4 will return, though an exact date has not yet been provided. The feature was temporarily removed in Season 15 due to an unspecified bug, despite being a highly anticipated addition by the community.
Valorant's new Warden rifle aims to disrupt the eternal Phantom vs Vandal contest
Valorant is introducing a new fully automatic rifle called the Warden in patch 13.06 on September 22. Priced at 2900 credits, the Warden features a 2x scope, consistent 50 body damage at all ranges, and a lower fire rate with 18 bullets per magazine, aiming to provide a distinct long-range option. The update also includes a new experimental game mode, Gauntlet: Glitched, and an Agent Mastery system.
Courses from Super Mario Kart coming to Mario Kart World and new Knock Out modes in free update today
Nintendo has released a free update for Mario Kart World today, adding classic courses from Super Mario Kart to Vs Mode. The update also introduces two new Knockout Tour courses.
Marvel Rivals breaks its 17 month streak of adding 2 heroes per season, but its creative director reassures fans…
Marvel Rivals is breaking its streak of adding two heroes per season, with Season 10 only introducing one new hero, Gorr the God Butcher. This change aims to improve game foundations, balance, and introduce new game modes. Creative director Guangyun Chen and combat director Zhiyong reassured fans that this is not a permanent shift, and the team is also implementing significant changes to the competitive ban system.
Wild Rift Patch 7.3 Center Stage adds three champions and chaotic new 3v3v3 mode
League of Legends: Wild Rift's Patch 7.3, titled 'Center Stage,' is set to launch on September 22, introducing three new champions: Hwei, Sylas, and Rek’Sai. The update also features a new 3v3v3 game mode called Rift Rumble, significant gameplay adjustments to minions and Smite, and further refinements to the Ranked system.
Battlefield 6 Redsec is borrowing yet another mode from Call of Duty: Warzone - Resurgence
Battlefield 6's Redsec mode is introducing Rapid Royale, a new game mode heavily inspired by Call of Duty: Warzone's Resurgence. This faster-paced battle royale variant will feature smaller maps, a reduced player count, and quicker circle movements. Rapid Royale is set to launch with Season 5, which also plans to introduce proximity chat to the game.
NBA 2K27 Review | TheXboxHub
NBA 2K27 offers a wealth of content and gameplay improvements, including a new 'Fire and Concrete' career mode and the 'Running Mate' co-op feature. While not a major overhaul, the game provides a polished basketball experience with impressive visuals and sound, though microtransactions remain a concern.
Gamigo has begun public testing for Trove’s expanded PvP modes with a whopping 35 maps
Gamigo has launched public testing for expanded Player versus Player (PvP) modes in the game Trove, featuring a total of 35 maps. The update, titled 'Trove: Rematch!', introduces a new Battle Mode that includes Capture the Flag, Team Deathmatch, Deathmatch, and Bomber Royale, alongside rebalanced matchmaking and stat scaling.
Forza Horizon 6’s New Drift Attack Game Mode, Completion Journal Additions Showcased
Playground Games revealed new features for Forza Horizon 6 during an Xbox Gamescom stream, including the "Drift Attack" game mode where players aim for high drift scores. This mode will be integrated into the campaign and Collection Journal, with a new Forza Edition Jaguar XJ-S unlockable through related challenges. The game is available on PC and Xbox Series X/S, with a PlayStation 5 version planned.
Marvel Snap's Draft mode is a limited-time breath of fresh air
Marvel Snap is introducing a new limited-time game mode called Draft, which challenges players to build a 10-card deck from a series of selections. This mode offers a refreshing change from the standard meta, focusing on player deck-building skills with available cards and buffs. The mode will be available until September 8 and is expected to return in future rotations.
Grow a Chicken Fighter Arena [REWARDS, Ranks, Requirements]
The Grow a Chicken Fighter Arena allows players to test their chickens in ranked battles for rewards like coins, buffs, and rare eggs. Players start at Hatchling III and must climb through various tiers, with ranks resetting each season. Unlocking the Arena requires reaching Rebirth 5, which is achieved through progression in Tower battles and upgrading feeders.
