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Path of Exile 2’s May 29 Return of the Ancients update emphasizes endgame enhancements and endings
Path of Exile 2's upcoming 'Return of the Ancients' update, launching May 29th, 2026, will significantly enhance the endgame with new storylines, bosses, areas, and crafting systems. A major addition is the implementation of an actual ending to the endgame, providing a sense of completion for players. The update also introduces the 'Runes of Aldur' league, focusing on a new runesmithing mechanic and ocean exploration.
A new Borderlands 4 update brings massive weapon buffs as Gearbox readies its second raid boss
Gearbox Software has released a new update for Borderlands 4, introducing significant weapon buffs across various categories including shotguns, pistols, and SMGs, alongside improvements to energy shields. This update precedes the arrival of the game's second raid boss and aims to rebalance underperforming weapons and enhance player builds.
All Genshin Impact 6.6 livestream codes
The Genshin Impact 6.6 livestream has revealed new codes redeemable for Primogems and other in-game items. The update, version 7.0, is scheduled to launch on August 12 and will introduce new characters Nicole, Lohen, and Prune, along with a potential rerun for Mavuika. Codes can be redeemed in-game or via the official Genshin Impact website after reaching Adventure Rank 10.
Path of Exile 2 Reveals Return of the Ancients, the Final Major Update Before 1.0 Launch Later in 2026
Path of Exile 2 is set to launch its final major update before its 1.0 release in 2026. Titled 'Return of the Ancients,' this update, arriving later this month, will introduce a completely revamped endgame experience for players.
Aerial Knight’s DropShot Launches Major Free Content Update: DropShot with a Vengeance Today!
Aerial_Knight Games has released a major free content update for Aerial Knight's DropShot, titled "DropShot with a Vengeance." The update introduces new modes like RUSH MODE, character skins, gameplay improvements, and expanded content based on player feedback. It is available now on PC, PlayStation, and Xbox at no additional cost.
"Your infidelity will no longer be broadcasted to everyone as it happens" declares Crusader Kings 3's latest patch, unless you made a baby at a certain time
Paradox Interactive has released a new patch for Crusader Kings 3 that addresses an issue where infidelity could be publicly broadcasted within the game. The update, targeting problems from version 1.19, also fixes an exploit for unlimited renown in the Iberian Dominance ending and allows characters at their concubine limit to offer them to others.
Proton Experimental gets fixes for Rocket League, Crimson Desert, Helldivers 2 and more
Valve has released a new update for Proton Experimental, bringing fixes for several games including Rocket League, Crimson Desert, and Helldivers 2, improving their performance and stability on Linux and SteamOS. The update also addresses regressions found in Proton 11 beta and ensures continued compatibility with Easy Anti-Cheat for games like Rocket League.
Battlefield 6 Season 3 Patch Notes Detail Improvements For Vehicles, Netcode, Gadgets, And More
Battlefield 2042's Season 3 update, launching May 12, introduces significant improvements to vehicles, netcode, and gadgets, alongside new content like the Golmud Railway map and a new Battle Pass. The update also brings a competitive Ranked mode to Battle Royale and detailed balance adjustments for various game mechanics.
SOLO LEVELING: ARISE EXPANDS WITH NEW HUNTER “ANTOINE MARTINEZ” AND MAJOR SYSTEM UPDATES
Netmarble has released a new update for its action game Solo Leveling: ARISE, introducing the new hunter Antoine Martinez and several gameplay enhancements. The update refines the main story, adds new chapters and a Job Change for Sung Jinwoo, and introduces new systems like the Successor system featuring Myro. These changes aim to improve the overall player experience and expand the game's content.
Crimson Desert’s Next Patch Adds New Special Mounts and Material Extraction, Out in “Next Few Days”
Pearl Abyss is releasing a new patch for Crimson Desert within the next few days, introducing special mounts and a material extraction feature for equipment. This update follows previous additions like re-blockading features and boss rematches, highlighting the developer's responsiveness to player feedback.
May's big Rust update adds new, rare workbench upgrades, if you can find them
The May update for the survival game Rust, titled 'Upgrade Hard, Raid Harder,' introduces nine rare workbench upgrades, new mortars, and an overhauled vending machine UI. Facepunch Studios also launched a Discord shop with a sale on DLC and is upgrading to Unity 6, which will end support for Windows 8 and Windows Server 2016.
R.E.P.O’s player count doubles with launch of cosmetics patch notes
The game R.E.P.O. has seen its player count nearly double following the release of its latest cosmetic update, version 0.4. This update introduces over 500 new cosmetic parts, a new item system similar to in-game earned loot boxes, and various other gameplay additions and improvements. The developers also celebrated the update with a 30% discount on the game.
Final Fantasy 14 players demand minion of chonky patch 7.5 dungeon boss "immediately," and there's hope…
Final Fantasy XIV players are enthusiastically demanding a minion based on the 'chonky' boss character, Chort, from the new dungeon, The Clyteum, introduced in patch 7.5. The community has embraced the character with memes and fan art, with even Square Enix acknowledging the adoration, sparking hope for an official minion release.
"The endowment slider did get a lot of attention" - Funcom explains why it made Conan Exiles' private parts even larger
Funcom has explained the increased size of endowment sliders in Conan Exiles' free Enhanced edition update, stating it was a deliberate nod to player attention and in line with the game's mature, Conan-inspired world. The update has significantly boosted the game's popularity, with concurrent player counts on Steam reaching new highs.
Civilization 7's huge 'Test of Time' update arrives this month, and it's full of deep changes to the divisive 4X game
Civilization 7 is receiving a major 'Test of Time' update on May 19th, which aims to address community feedback and refine the game's divisive design decisions. The update introduces new mechanics like Syncretism for civ upgrades, overhauls victory conditions, and replaces Legacy Paths with Triumphs. It also includes additional free content such as a new map, narrative events, and a leader.
Like fleshy, diaper-wearing cars, infants in The Sims 4 have been "tuned up", making them faster to feed and change, and it's easier to clean up their poop
The Sims 4 is receiving a "Infant tuning" update on May 12, which aims to make caring for infants faster and more efficient. Changes include reduced diaper changing times, quicker feeding, and infants becoming hungry more slowly. The update also addresses a bug where children were wrongly removed from parents due to neglect and fixes a permanent scandal label issue.
Halo Infinite Drops Surprise Firefight: Gauntlet Update After Announcing End of Support Last Year
Despite announcing an end to support last year, 343 Industries has surprise-released a new Player vs. Environment mode for Halo Infinite called Firefight: Gauntlet. This mode features five increasingly difficult areas with unique objectives and auto-scaled difficulty, culminating in a boss fight and a special retrieval mission.
Buffs, Nerfs, and Bugs
The latest update for the game Marathon aims to address player concerns regarding grenade spamming and other potential bugs. The patch notes detail various buffs and nerfs implemented to improve gameplay balance.
Civilization VII's Huge Free 'Test Of Time' Update Turns Back The Clock Later This Month
Firaxis Games is releasing a major free update for Sid Meier's Civilization VII on May 19th, titled 'Test of Time'. This update reintroduces the ability to play as the same civilization throughout all Age transitions, overhauls the Victories system to reward diverse player strategies, and replaces Legacy Paths with new challenging objectives called Triumphs. The update will be available on PC and Nintendo Switch, with the Switch 2 version featuring 4K resolution and 60fps.
Skull and Bones previews new mastery skill tree, world tiers, and three new ships in Year 3
Skull and Bones revealed details about its upcoming Year 3 updates, including three new ships: the Galleon, Junk, and Fluyt. The updates will also introduce a seasonal mastery skill tree for permanent stat bonuses and customizable seasonal perks, alongside new world tiers to increase challenge.