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Sky Mavis lines up Atia’s Legacy Playtest 4 and Terrariums V1.2 for the returning Lunacian Lounge
Sky Mavis is hosting its next Lunacian Lounge event, which will feature updates on Atia's Legacy Playtest 4 and Terrariums V1.2. This marks the first public mention of a fourth playtest for the Axie MMO, following previous PvP-focused sessions. The event will also cover behind-the-scenes work and discuss the evolution of the Axie economy and game design.
Terraria promises that it’s on its final push towards a balancing and update patch for 1.4.5
Studio Re-Logic has announced that the balancing and addition update for its survival sandbox game Terraria, version 1.4.5.7, is nearing release. The update is currently undergoing a localization pass and certification submissions for PC, console, and mobile platforms. New gear, including a giant grassy claymore and a homing arrow, will be included, and progress is being made on updating the TMod Loader for version 1.4.5.
RuneScape officially starts Leagues II Equilibrium today
RuneScape has officially launched its latest challenge mode, Leagues II: Equilibrium. This iteration introduces new progression mechanics, reworked relics, streamlined quests, and a region-locking feature based on player feedback from the previous Catalyst league. New rewards, including housing items, cosmetics, a pet, and trophies, are also available for participants.
No Man's Sky 10th Anniversary trailer celebrates what came before & teases what's next
Hello Games celebrated the 10th anniversary of No Man's Sky with a trailer that looks back at the game's evolution and teases the upcoming 'Cosmos' content update. The trailer highlights major updates over the past decade, including co-op, organic ships, mechs, and underwater exploration, while offering a glimpse of future content.
Sean Murray reflects on 10 years of No Man's Sky, its future, and why Hello Games' "redemption arc" narrative "isn't really the story" of the developer
Hello Games founder Sean Murray reflects on the 10-year journey of No Man's Sky, highlighting its evolution through over 45 major updates and its recent success, including winning awards and achieving record player numbers. Murray emphasizes that the team's focus remains on continuous development and future updates rather than dwelling on past controversies or a simple 'redemption arc' narrative. He also briefly touches upon the development of their next game, Light No Fire, and the unique communication strategies employed by the studio.
FC 26 FUTTIES End Date & Pre-Season: What Happens After the Promo?
The FUTTIES campaign in EA Sports FC 26 will conclude on Friday, August 21, 2026, ending its traditional five-week run slightly early. Following FUTTIES, the game will transition into its final Pre-Season phase, featuring 'Best of' re-releases of past cards and carry-over rewards for EA Sports FC 27.
Det omtyckta klätterspelet Peak avtäcker sin sista stora uppdatering
The climbing game Peak, which received positive reviews and sales, is set to release its final major update on August 11th, earlier than anticipated. This update will introduce two new environments, Gloom and The Citadel, along with a secret for players to discover.
Marvel Rivals hits the Ozempic, comes back 40 GB lighter
Marvel Rivals has undergone a significant asset repackaging, resulting in a 40 GB reduction in its PC install size through an optimized texture resource compression strategy. While the initial Season 9.5 update is larger due to these changes, the final game size is considerably lighter, a move praised by the publication and compared to a similar optimization in Helldivers 2.
Beast of Reincarnation's first update is here, and it aims to fix story issues and more as "Mixed" Steam reviews dub Game Freak's new action RPG "bad and laughable"
Game Freak has released the first update for their action RPG, Beast of Reincarnation, addressing issues with story pacing, camera controls, and text size. The patch also includes balance adjustments for bosses and bug fixes, with further updates planned based on player feedback. Despite these efforts, the game continues to receive 'Mixed' reviews on Steam, with some players criticizing its story and gameplay.
Fallout 76 is Getting “Dark Content” Soon, Says Creative Director
Fallout 76 Creative Director Jonathan Rush announced that the game will be receiving "dark content" soon, with more details to be revealed shortly. The team is also working on enhancements for the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S versions, aiming for a 60 FPS target and visual improvements. The article also touches on the ongoing discussion about implementing cross-platform multiplayer, which presents significant technical challenges.
Revisiting the original No Man's Sky, 10 years on - and why it was always good in its own way
This article revisits the original 2016 release of No Man's Sky on its 10th anniversary, reflecting on its initial controversial launch and the developer Hello Games' subsequent extensive updates. Despite its flaws, the author finds value in the original game's focus on freeform exploration and discovery, contrasting it with the more feature-rich, life-sim aspects of the current version.
Evening Patches
Several games have received updates, including Call to Arms: Panzer Elite which completed its German campaign and added new units. Into the Void received a major update, and Titan Quest II's Spirit Mastery & Crafting update is now available.
Crimson Desert finally fixes one of its most annoying bugs after weeks of complaints
Pearl Abyss has released a patch for Crimson Desert that fixes an annoying bug where low-grade food items would automatically be assigned to the quick slot after consumption. This change addresses weeks of player complaints about the inventory management issue, which often required manual adjustments during gameplay. The update also includes broader economic overhauls with new trading posts and dynamic trade goods.
Final Fantasy 14 update out now, patch notes – Nintendo Switch 2 improvements included
Square Enix has released a new update for Final Fantasy 14, featuring specific improvements for the Nintendo Switch 2, including optimized processing to reduce loading times during screen transitions in duties and fixes for touch screen issues. The patch also addresses various in-game bugs and graphical glitches across different duties and equipment.
Massive Ghost Recon Wildlands update just added a feature fans have been requesting for 9 years: "Ubisoft gained…
Ubisoft has released a significant update for Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon Wildlands, adding a long-requested feature that allows players to equip only one primary weapon. This change, part of the game's 25th-anniversary celebrations, addresses a community request dating back to the game's launch nine years ago. The update also includes a new mission and other tweaks, with both Wildlands and Ghost Recon Breakpoint currently available during a free weekend.
Evening Multiplex
The final free update, The Naturalist Update, for BALL x PIT is now available. Additionally, Season 2 Phase 1 for The Division Resurgence has launched, and For Honor has released its Content Of The Week for August 6.
Path of Exile 1 makes a list of adjustments to its leagues in its latest patch
Grinding Gear Games has released updates for both Path of Exile and Path of Exile 2. Path of Exile receives adjustments to its current league, including increased elite spawns, modified item behaviors, and enhanced wisp earnings. Future updates will introduce new quest items for voyages. Path of Exile 2's patch is smaller, focusing on bug fixes for skills that allowed players to escape boss arenas or exploit armor swapping mechanics.
Ghost Recon Wildlands finally gets a 4K 60fps mode for current-gen consoles and PC, a time of day feature, new difficulty options, and more as Ubisoft aims to increase 'player freedom'
Ubisoft is releasing a free update for Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon Wildlands, adding a 4K resolution and 60fps mode for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC. The update also introduces "Ghost Parameters" for increased player freedom, allowing customization of gameplay elements like reloading, weapon slots, friendly fire, HUD, item highlighting, and throwable previews. Additionally, players can now control time of day and weather, and difficulty settings have been revamped into presets for a more personalized experience. A new DLC featuring a story mission and antagonist La Llorona is also available.
Ghost Recon Wildlands: Last Rites title update makes the best Ghost Recon game better
Ubisoft has released the 'Last Rites' title update for Ghost Recon Wildlands, adding new missions and significant gameplay improvements. The update also reintroduces the Predator mission and enhances the game with 4K/60FPS support, extensive difficulty customization, and world settings control for current-generation consoles. This update suggests Ubisoft's continued support for Wildlands over its successor, Ghost Recon Breakpoint, and offers hope for future Ghost Recon titles.
Ghost Recon Wildlands: Last Rites – A Major Free Update Powered by Community Feedback and Player Insights
Ubisoft has released "Last Rites," a major free update for Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon Wildlands, now available on Xbox Series X|S. This update introduces a new story mission featuring antagonist La Llorona, brings back the Predator mission, and incorporates numerous community-requested features. Game Director Benjamin Rousseau Lemaire and Live Strategy & Analytics Director Yossef Benzeghadi highlighted how player feedback shaped extensive customization options, including UI tweaks, "Ghost Parameters" for tactical reloading and weapon limits, and adjustable world settings for time and weather, enhancing roleplaying and co-op experiences.
