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Splatoon 3 Ver. 11.2.0 Update Launches This Week, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Nintendo is releasing the Version 11.2.0 update for Splatoon 3 this week, introducing weapon adjustments and changes to X Battles. The update focuses on multiplayer balance, including modifications to weapon specifications and special weapons, as well as adjustments to matchmaking systems. Further balance changes are already planned for a subsequent update.
Halo: Campaign Evolved’s New 3rd Person Perspective Lets You Experience Missions “Like Never Before”
Halo: Campaign Evolved will introduce a new third-person perspective option via a "Perspective" Skull, allowing players to experience classic missions like "The Silent Cartographer" in a new way. This update also enables players to view unlockable armor skins. The game launches on July 28th for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC, with a Premium Edition offering early access and exclusive skins.
Destiny 2's final update crushes the Steam concurrents peak hit by last year's Edge of Fate expansion
Destiny 2's final live service update, Monument of Triumph, has seen a surge in player activity on Steam, reaching over 164,000 concurrent players. This peak surpasses the numbers seen during the launch of the Edge of Fate expansion last year and the recent Episode: Echoes. The game is also currently the top seller on Steam due to a significant sale.
MapleStory offers a Global Classic World trailer, but we still don’t know when it’s launching
MapleStory has released a new trailer for its upcoming Global Classic World, a reboot of the game's classic version. While the trailer showcases the nostalgic experience, it does not provide a specific launch date, only stating "coming soon." Nexon America previously indicated that the reboot requires one more test before launch and will share schedule details once confirmed.
Path of Exile 1’s next expansion is on the horizon – here are the dates and initial details
Grinding Gear Games has announced the upcoming release date for Path of Exile's next major update, version 3.29, which will launch on Friday, July 24th, at 4:00 p.m. EDT. A showcase revealing the new league content will be held on Thursday, July 16th, at 4:00 p.m. EDT, with the current Mirage league concluding on Monday, July 20th.
Dragon’s Dogma 2: Dark Arisen Launches October 9 With New Expansion and Switch 2 Version
Capcom announced Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen, an expanded version of the game launching October 9, 2026, for Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. The new version includes the Dark Arisen Expansion, adding a new region, dungeons, character customization, and more. Free updates for the base game, including a reusable fast-travel item and performance improvements, will be released before the expansion.
Xenoblade Chronicles DE Version 2.0.0 available along with Switch 2 version
Nintendo announced that Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition, Xenoblade Chronicles 2, and Xenoblade Chronicles 3 will receive Nintendo Switch 2 versions. Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition has been updated to version 2.0.0, and its Nintendo Switch 2 version is available as a paid upgrade on the eShop.
Destiny 2 has server issues as hundreds of thousands of players return
Destiny 2 is experiencing significant server issues as hundreds of thousands of players return to the game, with Steam alone showing over 100,000 active players. The surge in player numbers is attributed to recent updates that address long-standing player requests. The article details extensive patch notes for update 9.7.0, covering new activities, reward updates, and numerous bug fixes across various game modes.
Dragon's Dogma 2 Patch 3.1 Out Now, Big Improvements Prepare for Dark Arisen DLC
Capcom has released Title Update 3.1 for Dragon's Dogma 2 on PlayStation 5, introducing numerous quality of life improvements and features ahead of the Dark Arisen expansion. The patch includes enhancements to fast travel, UI, pawn behavior, and shop prices, alongside bug fixes.
Major Dragon's Dogma 2 Patches Incoming to Improve Base Game Ahead of Dark Arisen DLC
Capcom is releasing two major updates for Dragon's Dogma 2, with the first arriving on June 10th and the second at the end of August. These patches will introduce quality of life improvements, UI adjustments, and bug fixes, with the later update focusing on performance enhancements and action adjustments. These updates precede the release of the Dark Arisen expansion in October.
Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen Announced – New Expansion Launches October 9, 2026 — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & Guides
Capcom announced the Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen expansion, launching October 9, 2026, for Nintendo Switch and other platforms. The expansion introduces a new snowy region, item appraisal mechanics, new dungeons, and cosmetic options. Free updates for the base game are also rolling out, including quality-of-life improvements and performance enhancements.
Crimson Desert's free updates are "free marketing" and will continue "as long as there's demand…
Pearl Abyss plans to continue providing substantial free updates for Crimson Desert as long as there is player demand, viewing it as a form of free marketing. This approach, similar to their MMO Black Desert Online, aims to reward the community and maintain player engagement. Updates are planned through September, with DLC also in development.
Dragon's Dogma 2 is getting a frosty Dark Arisen expansion, plus two big updates that fix some of the things you moaned about back in 2024
Dragon's Dogma 2 is receiving a new DLC expansion, Dark Arisen, on October 9th, introducing a snowy mountainous region and new challenges. This release follows two free major updates, the first of which adds an Eternal Ferrystone and more Portcrystals, addressing player feedback on fast travel scarcity. The second update in August will include additional save slots and performance improvements, with the base game also receiving a permanent discount from June 24th.
Minecraft just made it impossible to cheat in Hardcore worlds
Mojang has closed loopholes in Minecraft's Hardcore mode that allowed players to cheat death by using LAN mode and commands. The latest pre-release update prevents players from circumventing the mode's permadeath rule, ensuring a more legitimate challenge. This change may impact content creators who relied on these exploits for their videos.
Pokémon Pokopia is getting underwater mechanics and a bunch of paid DLC
Pokémon Pokopia will receive a free update in August that introduces underwater mechanics. The game will also feature paid downloadable content.
How to preload Destiny 2’s Monument of Triumph update
Players can now preload the Monument of Triumph update for Destiny 2. This guide provides instructions on how to download the update ahead of its official release.
Assassin's Creed Shadows Isn't Done Yet, Teases 'One Last Update'
Ubisoft has announced that Assassin's Creed Shadows will receive one final update, version 1.1.11, on June 16th. This comes as a surprise, as the company had previously indicated that post-launch support for the game was largely concluded. The nature of this update remains undisclosed.
Destiny 2's final update arrives today, and it's been an honor to serve the light
Destiny 2's final major update, Monument of Triumph, has arrived, marking the end of a decade-long run for Bungie's FPS game. The update includes new weapon tiers, subclass abilities, and quality-of-life improvements, alongside the return of the Director and Sparrow Racing League. Despite the game's conclusion and recent layoffs at Bungie, players are returning in large numbers to celebrate the game's legacy.
Destiny 2's final update – live coverage of the end of an era
Bungie has released the final update, Monument of Triumph, for Destiny 2 after nine years of service. The update brings new features, weapons, and quality-of-life improvements, marking the end of the game's active development. While Destiny 2 will remain playable, there is no immediate announcement for a Destiny 3, with Bungie focusing on incubating new projects.
Destiny 2 bug that destroys bosses in "a few well-placed shots" disabled by Bungie ahead of the MMO's last update: "We want to ensure your experiences aren't trivialized"
Bungie has disabled a powerful bug in Destiny 2 that allowed players to instantly defeat bosses by combining a Titan Aspect with a Hunter's Golden Gun. The developer stated they want to prevent game experiences from being trivialized, especially with the launch of the Monument of Triumph update. This fix comes as Destiny 2 approaches its final updates.
