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Deep Rock Galactic: Survivor's upcoming DLC is bringing back the original's seasonally appropriate Egg Hunt mode
Deep Rock Galactic: Survivor is adding a new 'Heavy Duty' expansion later this month, which will include the return of the original game's 'Egg Hunt' mission type. This new version will feature a star-shaped collection pattern where players gather alien eggs and deliver them to a central cargo pod, culminating in a boss fight. The DLC is set to release on April 30th.
Playtest #37 - Live Until Early April (Single Player & Coop) news - Obscurity: Unknown Threat
Obscurity: Unknown Threat has launched a new playtest featuring the 'Onslaught' game mode, which offers single-player and co-op experiences with escalating objectives. The developers have significantly improved performance, aiming for Steam Deck verification and full controller support, and have increased bot numbers and intelligence.
This modder just added drivable cars to CS2, and it works shockingly well
A modder named Angel Cazacu has successfully implemented drivable cars into Counter-Strike 2. This mod suggests the potential for a new game mode within Counter-Strike 2, showcasing impressive functionality.
Exclusive Look at New Quest Encounters in Dying Light: The Beast Restored Land
Dying Light: The Beast Restored Land introduces 36 new quest encounters to rediscover the game. The expansion also features the Restored Land experience, a One Life option, and Roadkill Rallies, allowing players to engage with the game's content at their own pace and according to their own rules.
WWE 2K26 Review
WWE 2K26 is reviewed as the best wrestling game on the market, but it offers little improvement over its predecessor and suffers from egregious monetization and a mundane grind. The Showcase mode, featuring CM Punk, is criticized for its objective-based unlocks and decline since WWE 2K24, while the in-ring action is hampered by a flawed stamina system and a problematic lock-on mechanic. Despite improvements in navigation for The Island mode, the overall experience feels shallow and engineered for constant engagement.
Black Ops 7 and Call of Duty: Warzone Season 03 Content Drop: The Full Details
Call of Duty: Warzone is introducing a new Battle Royale mode called Black Ops Royale, supporting up to 100 players in 25 squads. This mode removes Loadouts, Buy Stations, the Gulag, and in-game cash, forcing players to scavenge for weapons and upgrade them through rarity tiers to survive.
Marathon's changed up the Cryo Archive and ranked times, so now my kids don't need to watch me exfil on the weekends
Marathon has implemented an update that modifies the Cryo Archive and ranked times, making it simpler for players to select game modes. The update also removes the duos option on Perimeter.
Inside the Maps and Modes Shaping HEAT’s Combat
Wargaming has released a new video detailing the maps and game modes for their upcoming title, World of Tanks: HEAT. The video showcases how diverse environments and four distinct combat modes, including Conquest, Hardpoint, Control, and Kill Confirmed, are designed to offer dynamic and unpredictable player experiences. The game is a cross-platform, free-to-play tactical vehicle shooter set in an alternate post-WWII timeline.
Sailor Piece Infinite Tower – Tower Keys, Tower Tokens, and the Tower Shop
This guide details the Infinite Tower game mode in Sailor Piece, highlighting it as an effective farming method for exclusive rewards. It explains how to enter the tower, obtain Tower Keys, and the mechanics of the tower loop, which includes enemy waves and debuffs. The guide also lists items purchasable with Tower Tokens in the Tower Shop, such as the Abyssal Empress sword and various cosmetic items.
Bungie is shifting Marathon's endgame content around, so you won't have to pick between ranked or Cryo Archive this weekend
Bungie is adjusting the schedule for Marathon's timed game modes, Cryo Archive and Ranked, to prevent overlap and allow players to focus on one at a time. Cryo Archive will now run from Thursday to Sunday, with Ranked available from Sunday to Thursday. This change aims to address player feedback regarding scheduling conflicts and loot management.
Sailor Piece Update Guide – Massive Update
This guide details the "Massive Update" for Sailor Piece, covering new content such as the Infinite Tower game mode and Tower Island, along with new items like the Atomic Sword and Abyssal Empress. It also outlines rebalancing changes, including increased level caps for Runes and Conquerer Haki, and lists various bug fixes and optimizations.
Marvel Tokon Fighting Souls Is Getting A New "Less Serious" Multiplayer Mode
Marvel Tokon Fighting Souls will feature a new, unannounced multiplayer mode designed for a less serious environment, according to the game's developers. This mode aims to provide a more accessible online experience for new players.
Marvel Tokon Fighting Souls Is Getting A New ″Less Serious″ Multiplayer Mode
Marvel Tokon Fighting Souls will feature a new, less serious multiplayer mode designed for new players, according to the game's developers. This unannounced mode aims to provide a more accessible online experience.
Fortnite is Shutting Down Three Popular Game Modes After Recent Layoffs
Epic Games is shutting down three popular game modes in Fortnite: Rocket Racing, a Battle Royale mode, and the Festival Battle Stage. This decision follows recent layoffs at the company aimed at streamlining cost economics. While Rocket Racing will be removed in October 2026, the other modes will cease operations sooner, with the Festival Battle Stage shutting down on April 16.
Epic Games Lays Off 1,000 Employees as Fortnite Engagement Declines — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & Guides
Epic Games has laid off over 1,000 employees, primarily from its Fortnite division, due to a significant downturn in player engagement and declining revenue. CEO Tim Sweeney announced the cuts, citing industry-wide challenges and internal issues with consistently delivering fresh Fortnite content. Additionally, several Fortnite game modes, including Rocket Racing, Ballistic, and Festival Battle Stage, are being shut down due to low player retention.
War Thunder Infantry gets a new trailer and test event
War Thunder Infantry is nearing release with a new trailer and a closed testing period featuring Domination modes for 64 vs 64 and 20 vs 20 battles. This update introduces solo players to forming squads and adds native Linux support, with a public release date yet to be announced. The expansion is expected to be a major addition to the base game, incorporating elements similar to the Battlefield series.
MLB The Show 26 Best Pitches Guide - Meta Pitch Lineup
This guide for MLB The Show 26 details the best pitches for various game modes, including Road To The Show and challenging opponents. It highlights the Sweeper, 4 Seam Fastball, Cutter, Sinker, and Changeup as meta-relevant options for players on PlayStation 5.
BF6 gets a new for fun mode called Shell Shocked, that wasn’t on the roadmap either
EA has surprise-released a new 32-player mode for Battlefield 6 called Shell Shocked, which was not previously on the game's roadmap. The mode features 4 defenders preparing for a minute before facing 28 attackers armed with defibrillators for melee kills, with defenders using sidearms. This new mode aims to add more content for players and leverage user-generated content possibilities within the live service framework.
Marathon's Ranked Mode Is Coming Soon - Here's How It Works
Bungie is launching a new Ranked mode for its game Marathon later this week, requiring players to reach level 25 to access it. The mode will be available on weekends and features six ranks with three tiers each, offering in-game rewards based on the highest rank achieved per season. Players will earn or lose Ranked Points (RP) based on meeting score targets and successfully extracting, with a new gear item called Holotags influencing match parameters.
My favorite Warhammer 40k game just got a Helldivers 2-style game mode, and to celebrate, it's at its lowest price
Warhammer 40,000: Darktide has introduced a new game mode inspired by Helldivers 2, shifting from its usual linear, Left 4 Dead-style levels to a more open experience. This update is being celebrated with a significant price reduction for the game.