Game Updates
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Conan Exiles Enhanced adds new features and a revamped headhunting event
Conan Exiles Enhanced has received a new patch that revamps its headhunting event, allowing players to capture targets alive or bring back skulls to earn currency. The update also introduces a 'Continue' button for faster session access, character appearance import/export, and reduced physics-related memory allocations for server hosts.
Stop waiting to play Stalker 2: The 2.0 update makes it the game it's wanted to be for 2 years
The S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl 2.0 update is now available, significantly improving the game's performance and stability, addressing issues that have persisted since its initial release. This update, alongside the new Cost of Hope expansion, aims to deliver the polished experience GSC Game World originally intended for PC players.
Monsters & Memories will add high-level content, class reworks, and player camera options this week
Monsters & Memories is releasing a patch this week that includes new high-level content such as two dungeons and three raid bosses. The update will also feature initial player camera options, additional tradeskills, and reworks for the Inquisitor and Shaman classes. The game is preparing for its early access launch on October 1st.
Subnautica 2 'Buddy System' Update 1.2 adds multiplayer features including proximity chat
Unknown Worlds has released Update 1.2, the "Buddy System" update, for the early access game Subnautica 2. This update introduces several multiplayer enhancements, including proximity chat, player revives, improved item trading, and emoting. The new features aim to make cooperative play more engaging and immersive for players exploring the underwater world.
Subnautica 2's new "buddy system" update just made co-op a lot more immersive
Unknown Worlds has released update 1.2 for Subnautica, introducing a "buddy system" to enhance the co-op experience. The update adds proximity voice chat, emotes, player trading, and revive mechanics. It also includes quality-of-life improvements like a new Tracking Tag item and UI enhancements for building, with further content planned for a future update.
ARC Raiders Update Brings The Second Chapter of Its Phantom Targets Project
ARC Raiders has released update 1.42.0, continuing the Phantom Targets Project with the second chapter. This update introduces new information regarding mysterious Phantoms and erratically behaving Wasps carrying unidentified tech. The game also celebrated strong Q2 2026 sales numbers and is progressing towards its next major update, Frozen Trail, scheduled for October 8th.
Alan Wake 2 Gets FSR 4, FSR Frame Generation Support With Latest Update
Remedy Entertainment has released a new update for Alan Wake 2, primarily for PC players, introducing support for FSR 4 and FSR Frame Generation. Console versions on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S receive bug fixes, including resolving an issue with the Crossbow Cult Stash and potential crashes. The update also leverages the Agility SDK for improved graphics features on PC.
MechWarrior Online adds Sneede legendary ‘Mechs and weapon adjustments with its August 25 patch
MechWarrior Online released its August 25 patch, introducing the legendary RFL-3N-LZ 'Lizzie' 'Mech and the 'Shorty' bundle. The update also includes various 'Mech quirk adjustments, such as increased missile velocity for the UM-AIV Urbanmech and changes to Arctic Wolf and Viper configurations.
ARC Raiders adds more phantom target tasks, map condition tweaks, and new rubber duckies
Embark Studios has released a new update for the PvPvE shooter ARC Raiders, introducing part two of the six-part Phantom Targets player project with new tasks and rewards. The update also adjusts map condition scheduling to align with regional peak hours and showcases three winning player-designed rubber duckies that will appear in-game soon. Additionally, the patch notes address anti-cheating measures, enemy behaviors, and bug fixes.
Subnautica 2's Buddy System update brings in the promised proximity chat, easier trading, and emotes so you can sarcastically applaud your friends
The latest update for Subnautica 2, titled 'Buddy System,' introduces proximity chat, allowing players to hear each other based on distance, and adds player emotes for communication. The update also includes inventory sharing, a revive mechanic for downed teammates, and new customization options.
After dropping a nerf bomb, Slay the Spire 2 devs say updates are slowing down so they can focus on "bigger, more…
Indie developer Mega Crit has announced that updates for Slay the Spire 2 will slow down as the team shifts focus to more significant content, including an alternate Act 2 and a new character. The studio will also take an annual team break in late August, meaning no patch will be released on August 27. This change aims to allow for the development of bigger, more impactful content for the game's Early Access period.
Skull and Bones’ Y3S2 Crimson Waters update is here, and it’s all about your Junk
The Y3S2 Crimson Waters update for Skull and Bones has been released, introducing a new damage-focused ship called 'Your Junk'. This ship can be used for combat, including taking on the Abyssal Fleet in the Indian Ocean, and can also be decorated and used for docking.
EVE Frontier’s 0.6.8.0 Update Brings a Modular Reiver, Deployable Sentry Turret and Temporal Desync
Fenris Creations released EVE Frontier update 0.6.8.0, introducing a reworked modular Reiver ship, a deployable sentry turret, and a new Temporal Desync status effect. This mid-cycle update also adds support for managing multiple ships via boarding at a refuge. Future updates will focus on full ship and structure modularity, temporary player teams, and shared storage.
Be warned: Fallout 4's next update may break your mods - and there's a similar one for Skyrim in the works, too
Bethesda is releasing a new update for Fallout 4 that may break existing mods, advising players to back up their save files and mod load orders. A similar update is also planned for The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim. These updates are necessary for the continued support of these older, mod-heavy titles as Bethesda works on future installments.
Hell Let Loose: Vietnam’s First Hotfix Is Live, Brings PC Stability Improvements and More Servers
Expression Games has released the first hotfix for Hell Let Loose, addressing PC stability for AMD CPUs and resolving an audio glitch on PlayStation 5. The update also includes significant server improvements, prioritizing lower-ping servers with available space and hiding full servers from the browser to improve player access.
Heads up, Fallout 4 and Skyrim players: New updates are incoming, so it's time to tend to your mods
Bethesda Game Studios is releasing new updates for Fallout 4 and The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim, focusing on improvements to their Creations content systems. Players are advised to back up their mod load orders before the Fallout 4 patch on August 18th, as previous updates have caused issues with mod compatibility. Details for the Skyrim update will be announced later.
Foxhole plans updates to aerial gameplay and quality-of-life August 18, promises more content into 2027
Siege Camp is releasing a significant update for the persistent war MMO Foxhole on August 18th, introducing improvements to aerial gameplay and quality-of-life features. The update includes UI enhancements like an ammo indicator, keybinding options for ships, and squad storage, alongside new aircraft and flight mechanics. Future updates are planned for late September and the end of the year, with content development extending into 2027.
SpiritVale shares a ban list, updates on dev team size, and a list of features for its next update
Baikun Interactive has provided an update on SpiritVale, detailing actions taken against bots and outlining upcoming features. The studio has banned over 5,000 accounts for unauthorized programs and RMT, and is hiring to address future content. The next update will include Asia region servers, a skateboard cosmetic, advanced artifacts and grimoires, a PvP revamp, and the Dragon Knight class.
Fallout 4’s August 2026 Patch Arrives Tomorrow — Bethesda Says Back Up Your Load Order First
Bethesda Game Studios is releasing a patch for Fallout 4 tomorrow, August 18th, and is advising players to back up their load order beforehand to prevent potential issues with mods and save files, similar to past update problems. The studio also mentioned a forthcoming update for Skyrim, though details have not yet been revealed. The article touches on Fallout 4's continued relevance through community mods and its role while players await Fallout 5 and remasters of Fallout 3 and Fallout: New Vegas.
The new Minecraft Snapshot gives server owners the option to see much, much farther
The latest Minecraft update, Snapshot 9, has been released early, giving Realm owners enhanced control over render and simulation distances. This update allows for manual configuration of how far chunks appear to players, improving scale and planning. Additionally, Snapshot 9 addresses several bugs, including issues with Endermen, foxes holding mushrooms, and game crashes during loading screens. The update is available for the Java edition via the Minecraft launcher.
