Game Updates
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Once Human offers refunds to players who bought a swimming pool they couldn’t swim in
Starry Studio is offering refunds for a swimming pool item in Once Human after players discovered it was not functional as advertised. The studio acknowledged the pool's limitations and plans to make it swimmable in a future update, which is expected to take at least three months.
Beast of Reincarnation Gets Camera Fixes, DLSS 4 and FSR 4 Support in Latest Update
Game Freak and Fictions have released a significant update for Beast of Reincarnation, addressing community feedback with camera improvements, DLSS 4/4.5, and FSR 4 support, with frame generation planned for a future patch. The update also includes adjustments to event triggering, expanded keybinding options, and fixes for performance issues that were present at launch, particularly on PlayStation 5.
World of Tanks’ ‘biggest update of 2026’ is coming with – wait for it – more tanks
Wargaming announced that World of Tanks' largest update of 2026, Update 2.4: Overdrive, will be released on September 1st. This update will introduce six Tier XI vehicles, a new German heavy tank line, improved matchmaking with defined light tank roles, and significant audio-visual enhancements to improve battle clarity.
PlanetSide 2 addresses crash issues, reopens a smaller map, and kicks off more summer directives
PlanetSide 2 has received a new patch addressing client-side crash issues and reintroducing the smaller Koltyr map into its own pool for lower population hours. The update also includes additional summer directive rewards for the Operation: Ares event, running until September 2nd, and brings back previous summer cash shop items.
Crimson Desert Patch Adds Quests to Knowledge Tab, Finally Lets You Research With Camp Funds
Crimson Desert's latest patch, version 1.18.00, introduces a new 'Quests' category to the Knowledge tab, retroactively granting entries for completed quests. Research now requires Camp Funds instead of Silver, and an exploit allowing excessive stacking of trade goods has been fixed. The game's first paid DLC is slated for release in Q3 2026.
Rainbow Six Siege Season 3 adds drone racing, and an operator "to break the shield meta wide open"
Ubisoft detailed the upcoming Season 3 update for Rainbow Six Siege, launching September 1. The season introduces a new defender, Noor, alongside operator adjustments for Kali, Dokkaebi, Lion, Echo, and Kapkan. It also features a 3v3 arcade mode, refinements to the ranked system, a Villa map overhaul, and a drone racing event called Wasteland Circuit.
Sean Murray says a "weight had lifted" when No Man's Sky players were finally talking more about its new…
Sean Murray, lead developer at Hello Games, reflects on the long road to recovery for No Man's Sky, stating that the weight of its controversial launch didn't truly lift until about three years later. He describes how the studio continued to release transformative updates, eventually leading to coverage that focused on the game's improvements rather than its initial reception, which was a significant moment for the team.
Ark's most gorgeous expansion dates its final update, complete with a flaming wild hog
Studio Wildcard has announced that August 26 will bring the final update for the Ark: Survival Ascended DLC, Astraeos. This update will introduce the 'burning hog' creature, Boaratos, a fiery bruiser capable of charring trees and damaging enemies. Astraeos, originally a mod for Ark: Survival Evolved, was developed in collaboration with Studio Wildcard and will be available for $14.99.
EverQuest Legends preps cursor resizing, group XP benefits, and a cash shop mount August 18
EverQuest Legends is preparing a patch for Tuesday, August 18th, which will introduce UI scaling options including cursor resizing, group XP bonuses, and a new Bristly Boar mount available in the cash shop. The update also features revamps to Mistmoore Castle with guaranteed named enemy spawns and improved loot drops.
Stalker 2's imminent free update aims to make the sequel more atmospheric and less relentlessly hostile: 'The…
GSC Game World is releasing a major 2.0 update for S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl, titled 'Back to the Zone', alongside the 'Cost of Hope' DLC on August 20. This update overhauls lighting, A-Life systems for more realistic NPC behavior, and adds custom difficulty settings, new weapons, and binoculars to enhance the game's atmosphere and reduce hostility. The 'Cost of Hope' DLC will focus on the 'Duty' faction and explore secrets within the Zone.
Pixelart fantasy MMO Kakele Online opens the ‘multiverse’ to allow for cross-server interactions
Kakele Online has introduced a 'multiverse' feature allowing players to interact across different servers. This update, titled 'Into the Royal Past,' also adds new storyline chapters, dynamic lighting, a redesigned user interface, and more pets.
Pocketpair 'not planning to spend a year making a massive update' for Palworld 1.1
Pocketpair's John Buckley clarified that the upcoming Palworld 1.1 update will not involve a year-long development cycle for massive undertakings like adding new continents or levels. While the team is open to suggestions, they aim for more manageable updates rather than a complete overhaul. The release date for Palworld 1.1 remains unannounced.
Palworld devs "not planning to spend a year" making a "massive" 1.1 update, publishing lead clarifies after quickly regretting asking fans for ideas
Palworld publishing lead John Buckley clarified that Pocketpair is not planning a year-long development cycle for a massive 1.1 update, despite player suggestions for large-scale additions like new continents. The team is focusing on more realistic updates, similar to recent patches that improved base building and expedition rewards, with larger content drops reserved for potential future major versions.
Warframe of Mind: Taking stock of the Amir’s Shockwave content
This article analyzes the recent Amir's Shockwave update for Warframe, noting that while it's not a major content patch, it attempts to address a perceived lack of new content this year. The author discusses the reward track, the new Amir's Fables & Frontiers store, and changes to Nightwave, ultimately finding some elements successful while others fall short.
Halo: Campaign Evolved studio outlines five key updates that'll drop with next week's big patch
Halo: Campaign Evolved is set to receive a significant patch next week, addressing issues with chromatic aberration, the magnified skull, and Sgt. Johnson's AI, alongside general stability improvements. Despite positive reviews, the game has underperformed in sales on PlayStation 5, with its predecessor's ports outselling it significantly. The article also touches on recent layoffs within the Xbox division and hints at a potential Halo 2 remake.
Marvel Rivals Makes Big Storm Change In New Update
NetEase has announced an upcoming free upgrade for the 'Sacred Skies' swimsuit costume in Marvel Rivals, elevating it to Legendary rarity for the character Storm. This decision comes after community feedback highlighted that Storm was the only female hero without a Legendary summer costume. The upgrade will include new lobby and MVP animations, and players who purchase the costume will receive a free Ultimate effect upgrade.
Beast of Reincarnation director apologizes for not providing 'a sufficiently enjoyable experience,' but promises Game Freak is working on it
Game Freak director Kota Furushima has apologized for Beast of Reincarnation not meeting player expectations, acknowledging areas that need attention and polishing. Updates are planned to address issues like story pacing and add features such as frame generation and cutscene skipping. Despite criticisms, Furushima noted positive reception for the co-op combat and the game's unique post-apocalyptic atmosphere.
When does Fortnite Season 4 in Chapter 7 start?
Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 4, titled "Override," is set to launch on August 20, 2026, with the tagline "Break the rules. Change the game." The season will introduce new map areas, characters, and mechanics, alongside a Sprite Garden feature for collected Sprites. Leaked teasers suggest major crossovers with Tetris and Sonic the Hedgehog, and a new "Recap" website will allow players to view and share their seasonal stats.
Messi And Yamal Headline eFootball 2027’s Big New Season Update
KONAMI has released a major update for eFootball 2027, introducing a 2026/27 season refresh with gameplay enhancements like Fluid Formations and Dynamic Volley. The update also adds a new Custom Tournament mode, new daily content, and special editions featuring Lionel Messi and Lamine Yamal. The free-to-play game is available on Xbox, PlayStation, PC, and mobile platforms.
Helldivers 2 borrows from Dead Space and Silent Hill for its horrific new aliens
The latest Helldivers 2 update introduces two new Illuminate enemies, the Crusher and the Wretch, which draw inspiration from Dead Space's Necromorphs and Silent Hill's Pyramid Head, respectively. These new melee-focused enemies add variety to the Illuminate faction and present new challenges for players, alongside other quality-of-life improvements and a level cap increase to 300.
