Game Updates
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Star Wars The Old Republic puts out a cinematic trailer for its latest update (two weeks after launch)
Star Wars: The Old Republic has released a cinematic trailer for its Legacy Reborn update, which launched two weeks prior. The trailer focuses on the narrative elements of the patch, referencing the conclusion of the Legacy of the Sith storyline and featuring Darth Malgus. The late release has drawn confusion and criticism from players on social media.
New Pale Coins Update has a Goblin Arena and a Secret Path for Returning Players
Pale Coins, a pixel art action RPG, has released its v1.1.3 update on Steam, introducing a new Goblin Arena, a secret underground path for returning players, and combat improvements. The update also adds new items, faster movement options, and PlayStation controller support, aiming to make the game more flexible from the start. The update is free for all players.
Morning Patches
Major updates are now live for Cooking Simulator 2: Better Together, featuring customer wiki, assembly, and avatar customizations. Hunt: Showdown also received update 2.8.0.3, and Final Fantasy Tactics has seen new developments.
The Division 2 brings PvP updates and PvE dark zones in its latest season
The Division 2's Year 8 Season 2 update introduces significant changes to its Dark Zones, including rotating variants like 'classic' PvPvE, 'balanced' with disabled stat benefits, and 'toxic' purely cooperative PvE for up to 12 players. The update also brings other PvP enhancements, new gear, a season pass, and global modifiers.
Throne and Liberty previews locations, gear updates, and the content roadmap for Frozen Divide Nix
NCsoft has released a detailed preview of the upcoming Throne and Liberty update, The Frozen Divide: Nix. The preview covers the new Nix region, gear progression changes, the Remnants of Nix PvPvE zone, new gauntlet weapons, and an extensive content roadmap extending through September.
Cooking Simulator 2 Receives Major Update Featuring Customer Wiki, Expanded Character Creator, New Gameplay Features, and Extensive Quality-of-Life Improvements
Big Cheese Studio has released a significant update for Cooking Simulator 2, introducing a Customer Wiki, expanded character creator, new gameplay features, and numerous quality-of-life improvements. The update aims to enhance player experience and streamline restaurant management. To celebrate, the game is available at a 30% discount on Steam until June 25.
As Diablo 4 season 14 PTR leaves players feeling mixed, Blizzard announces developer livestream to reveal what is and…
Blizzard Entertainment has announced that Diablo 4's next season will be called Season of Death Awakening and will feature a Mythic Uniques item rework, class balancing, and the introduction of the Tower and Leaderboards. The announcement follows a Public Test Realm (PTR) period for the season that has elicited mixed reactions from players, with some praising the changes and others criticizing them. A developer livestream is scheduled for June 23, 2026, to reveal further details and address player questions.
Forza Horizon 6's latest patch may have quelled Bowie Knife99's rage alongside making it easier for players to…
Forza Horizon 6 has received a new patch that includes improvements to AI drivatar behavior and difficulty balancing, potentially reducing aggressive driving incidents. The update also adds a 'Roads Driven' percentage to the Region Overview, helping players track their completion progress.
HONOR OF KINGS ROLLING OUT THE MOST COMPREHENSIVE UPDATE OF 2026 HOK Plus 2.0 Is Now Live!
Honor of Kings has launched its major HOK Plus 2.0 update, introducing a new Indian-inspired hero named Devara and three Arena of Valor heroes. The update also features a new Super Flow Brawl 2.0 mode, quality-of-life improvements, and various in-game rewards and events, including preparations for the 2026 Asian Games Esports Qualifiers.
PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS Enhances Ranked System in Update 42.1
KRAFTON, Inc. has released Update 42.1 for PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS, introducing significant enhancements to the Ranked system. The update adjusts the Rank Point system to prioritize survival and consecutive high placements, and revamps the Workshop probability structure for a better user experience. These changes aim to improve the core Battle Royale gameplay and overall player engagement.
Ubisoft Acknowledges 'Community Didn't Resonate' With Assassin's Creed Shadows Story as Much as Hoped, While Fans Praise Final Update
Ubisoft has acknowledged that the narrative of Assassin's Creed Shadows did not resonate as strongly with players as anticipated. Meanwhile, fans are reportedly pleased with the game's final update, which they believe addresses plot holes and provides a more satisfying conclusion.
Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles Updated To Version 1.5.0, Adds New Game+ And Much More
Square Enix has released update version 1.5.0 for Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles on Nintendo Switch. This update introduces a New Game+ feature, allowing players to carry over unit levels and items from previous playthroughs. It also adds Zodiac Compatibility checks, improved UI for movement and abilities, and new settings for cutscenes and battle menus, along with support for Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, and Korean text.
Evening Patches
Several games received updates today, including Assassin's Creed Shadows, Killing Floor 3 with its Onslaught Update, and Marathon with update 1.1.0.2. Microsoft Flight Simulator also released its City Update 15 for Illinois.
Bungie will let Destiny 2 infinite damage bug ride for a week: 'Do your thing'
Bungie has acknowledged a significant "near infinite damage" bug in Destiny 2, introduced by the Monument of Triumph update, but has opted to leave it in place for approximately one week. While the developers plan a fix for next week, they are encouraging players to exploit the bug for fun, referring to it as "The Artifactening." The bug allows for unreasonable damage output by stacking seasonal Artifact perks, though it has been disabled in PvP modes to prevent unfair advantages.
Dungeon delver Fellowship hits Season 3 next week with a new hero and theme
Fellowship is launching its third season on June 22nd, introducing a new melee DPS hero named Gunde, inspired by Scandinavian folklore. This season, themed 'Rise of the Heskyr,' will also feature significant updates to all heroes, a reworked loot system, new dungeons, seasonal challenges, improved matchmaking, community features, and a new endgame 'Pinnacle Dungeon' called Xul, the Blood Monolith.
SEGA wants to know what you think of Sonic Racing CrossWorlds with survey
SEGA is seeking player feedback on Sonic Racing CrossWorlds through a new survey. The company has recently released substantial software updates for the game, including new courses, characters, and festival playlists, and aims to use player input for further improvements.
The First Descendant Reveals Details of EVANGELION Collaboration Arriving June 18
NEXON has revealed details for an upcoming update to The First Descendant, launching June 18, which includes a collaboration event with the anime series EVANGELION. This event will feature cosmetic items based on EVANGELION pilots and run for six weeks, offering players exclusive rewards for completing in-game missions. The update also includes Descendant Fest 2026, a Bunny balance update, new content like the Axion Plains Dungeon, and a new Ultimate Weapon.
Arc Raiders gives players what they asked for as "quieter period" leaves some bored: "no free loadout" in night raids or Close Scrutiny
Embark Studios is implementing a temporary ban on free loadouts for Arc Raiders' night raids and Close Scrutiny modes to increase risk and reward, a change requested by players. This comes amid a quieter period for the game, with major updates now planned every six months, and the studio addressing concerns about cheaters and item duplication.
World of Warcraft’s Midnight Revelations content update goes live today – here’s the trailer
The latest content update for World of Warcraft, titled Midnight Revelations, is now live. This update introduces new mini-zones, Naigtal and Val, where players can uncover secrets of the Amani trolls. It also features the single-boss Sporefall raid, seasonal events, and turbulent timeways.
All Minecraft biomes and upcoming additions
This article details the various biomes available in Minecraft, including recently added ones like Sulfur Caves and upcoming additions such as the Dappled Forest. It provides information on new blocks, mobs, and structures associated with these biomes, offering a comprehensive overview for players.
