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Seablip charts course with massive Captain Battle Update out now on Steam
Solo developer Jardar Solli has released the Captain Battle Update for his pixel-art pirate RPG, Seablip, on Steam. This major expansion, celebrating the game's two-year Early Access anniversary, introduces a new Captain Duel combat system with unique sword abilities, full gamepad support, and additional content. The update aims to enhance the game's diversity and intensity while Solli focuses on completing the main story.
Crimson Desert's latest update adds more bosses for rematches as well as new unarmed combat skills for Damiane
Pearl Abyss has released a new update for Crimson Desert, adding more bosses to the rematch system and new unarmed combat skills for the character Damiane. The update also introduces additional wolf and bear mount types and reins for certain mounts. This patch is available on PC via Steam and Epic Games Store, as well as PlayStation and Xbox consoles.
Crimson Desert Patch Adds 5 More Boss Rematches, Additional Skills for Damiane and Oongka
Pearl Abyss has released a new patch for Crimson Desert, version 1.07.00, which adds five more boss rematches, bringing the total to 74. The update also introduces new unarmed combat skills for Damiane and Oongka, along with an Aerial Stab move for both characters. Additional improvements include new mount types, reins for specific mounts, and various quality-of-life fixes for combat and quests.
Blades of Fire version 2.0 update is out now with New Game Plus, Titanium Difficulty & more
MercurySteam has released a major 2.0 update for their action RPG Blades of Fire, introducing New Game Plus, Titanium Difficulty, and other enhancements. The update coincides with the game's launch on Steam, expanding its availability beyond the Epic Games Store on PC. The update is available to all players across PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
One of the most underrated soulslikes of 2025 just arrived on Steam with a huge content update
The soulslike action game Blades of Fire has launched on Steam alongside a major 2.0 content update, which includes new game plus, an extra-hard difficulty, and companion spells. The update is free for existing owners on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC via the Epic Games Store. A 25% launch discount is available on Steam until May 21, 2026.
Heroes Get High as Caretakers take to the skies in Update 04: Below Us
Channel37 has released Content Update 4: Below Us for their Early Access title, The Last Caretaker. This major update introduces new traversal options with the Salvage Gyro, expands the game world with locations like Eden Cradle and Project Canticle, and adds systems such as HoloMemory for uncovering past events. The update also includes numerous performance improvements and quality-of-life features.
LINE Games Launches New Season ‘The Forge’ for Hack-and-Slash RPG UNDECEMBER!
LINE Games has launched 'The Forge' season for its hack-and-slash action RPG UNDECEMBER, developed by NEEDS Games. This update introduces a revamped gear crafting system with Tier 15 Gear Options, a new Card System for character growth, two new skills ('Frost Storm' and 'Axe Throw'), and various system overhauls for improved gameplay convenience. LINE Games is also hosting celebratory events with in-game rewards.
Soulframe update 14.5 brings a new weapon, a new Virtue consumable, and unified storage capacity
Soulframe's latest update, version 14.5, introduces a new Heavy Weapon called the Orst-III, which features unique properties and a single leveling path. The update also revamps the Virtue system with a new slider and introduces a unified storage system for all player items, with existing extra storage being converted.
Marathon Season 2: Nightfall will begin on June 2nd
Bungie announced that Marathon Season 2, titled Nightfall, will begin on June 2nd, bringing a seasonal reset for player levels and faction progress. The update includes a new zone, Runner Shell, weapons, customization options, and quality-of-life improvements. Preparations for the season end include guaranteed key drops and increased enemy presence.
Brotato “All Pain No Gain” update announced, patch notes – Nightmare difficulty, new character, weapon, more
The "All Pain No Gain" update for Brotato introduces a new Nightmare difficulty with exclusive enemies and events, alongside the "Wounded" character and the "Rail Gun" weapon. The update also includes various balance adjustments to existing weapons and items, with detailed patch notes provided for all changes.
Type Soul Update Log
The Roblox game Type Soul has received a significant rework and update log detailing numerous changes. Key additions include map reworks for Wandenreich, Las Noches, and Hueco Mundo, the reintroduction of private servers, a fast travel system, and a new tutorial. The update also introduces a new boss, Ikomikidomoe, changes to Clan Wars, and several new elements, weapons, skills, and items.
Crimson Desert Update Lets You Tame Special Mounts
Pearl Abyss has released update 1.06 for Crimson Desert, introducing the ability to tame and register a variety of special animals as mounts, including bears, wolves, and raptors. The update also adds a new extraction feature for refining equipment and includes various other gameplay enhancements such as unarmed combat skills and cosmetic changes.
RuneScape releases its remastered Dungeoneering skill line today
RuneScape has released a significant remaster of its Dungeoneering skill, featuring visual improvements, adjusted XP gains, updated rewards, and puzzle room modifications. This comprehensive revamp is the primary focus of the game's latest patch notes, with only minor hotfixes and community highlights also included.
Palia Royal Highlands Expansion Downtime Starts Today
Palia's upcoming Royal Highlands Expansion will go live on May 12, 2026, following a 24-hour downtime that begins today. This significant update introduces a new map zone, mounts including horses, new villagers, and various gameplay additions like the Jadium Storage and Clothing Dye. The expansion promises to continue the main story and explore ancient ruins within the Royal Highlands region.
Winter Burrow “Tidy Up” update announced, patch notes
Noodlecake and Pine Creek Games have announced the "Tidy Up" update for Winter Burrow, which introduces new features like separate storage, increased backpack inventory, furniture stat bonuses, and two play modes: Story and Challenge. The update also adds three save slots, a recycling system for items, fast travel via mole tunnels, and a new sleeping animation. While not confirmed for Nintendo Switch yet, the patch is expected to be released soon.
New Crimson Desert patch 1.06 adds special mounts and gear extraction
Crimson Desert has released patch 1.06.00, introducing special mount taming and a new gear extraction system. The update allows players to tame various animals as mounts and recover refinement materials from equipment. Numerous other improvements and bug fixes for combat, graphics, and UI are also included.
Crimson Desert Adds Surprise Claw Machine Mini-Game and Lets Pet Dogs Attack Enemies as Part of Update 1.06.00
Crimson Desert developer Pearl Abyss has released update 1.06.00, which includes a surprise claw machine mini-game offering unique rewards. The update also allows players to have their pet dogs attack enemies.
Crimson Desert Gets Material Extraction System, Special Mounts, Claw Machine in Latest Update
Pearl Abyss has released a new update for Crimson Desert, introducing a material extraction system for refining equipment and a special mount system allowing players to register various animals. The update also adds new cosmetic options, a claw machine mini-game, and numerous bug fixes and improvements across combat, UI, and graphics. The game is available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S.
Overwatch Season 2 mid-season update release countdown: Exact date and time
The mid-season update for Overwatch 2 Season 2 is scheduled to launch on Tuesday, May 12, across all platforms. This update is expected to include a significant balance patch that will impact the current meta, along with new cosmetics, including a Mythic-rarity skin for Ana. An Anniversary event may also be included, though details remain unconfirmed by Blizzard Entertainment.
RuneScape’s dungeoneering remaster promises ‘less friction, clearer systems, better pacing, more meaningful rewards’
Jagex is releasing a Dungeoneering Remastered update for RuneScape on May 11th, aiming to reduce friction, clarify systems, improve pacing, and offer more meaningful rewards. The update will also integrate Necromancy into dungeons and enhance visual and audio elements.