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Dragon’s Dogma 2: Dark Arisen Is Great, But At a Cost
Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen is a substantial expansion that introduces a new region, Norgan, and a reworked loot system. However, the review criticizes Capcom's decision to reduce the game's intentional friction through increased fast travel options and a more lenient save system, arguing these changes dilute the unique identity and sense of adventure that made the base game compelling.
Multiplayer dungeon delver Fellowship prepares to reset progression on October 22
The multiplayer dungeon RPG Fellowship will reset all player progression on October 22nd as it prepares for major structural changes. This reset is part of an ongoing early access period that will also see improvements to the loot system, itemization, and the addition of new content like a treetop dungeon.
Dungeons and Dragons Online continues to test Update 82 with UI scaling and ‘lucky loot’
Standing Stone Games is continuing to test Update 82 for Dungeons and Dragons Online on the Lamannia server. This update includes a major balance pass, a new UI rescaling feature, and a 'lucky loot' system that enhances random drops based on player luck.
Minecraft Dungeons 2 Review – Zenloss
Minecraft Dungeons 2 is a disappointing sequel that fails to capture the magic of its predecessor or the original Minecraft. The game suffers from a shallow story, repetitive objectives, and a severely lacking loot system with no Legendary tier. Despite some visual improvements and a more interconnected world, the core gameplay loop and endgame content are barren, making it a baffling experience for action RPG fans.
Arc Raiders is messing with your loot hotspots to make games more exciting
Embark is testing a dynamic loot system in Arc Raiders' Pendola Pass map for the upcoming Frozen Trails update. This change will see loot values of points of interest (POIs) randomly change between sessions, aiming to increase replayability and excitement. The developer is also implementing a PvE mode and other quality-of-life improvements.
EVERSPACE 2 Switch 2 Review – Epic Space RPG | Invision Game Community
EVERSPACE 2 Galactic Edition is a technically impressive space RPG on the Nintendo Switch 2, delivering a complete experience with its base campaign and expansions. Rockfish Games has successfully ported the title, maintaining 60fps performance and native 1080p resolution, making it a strong addition to the platform despite occasional pacing issues and repetitive puzzles.
Diablo 5 panel reveals first details: Plague Knight class, revamped loot, and more
Blizzard Entertainment revealed early details for Diablo 5 at BlizzCon 2026, including a new Plague Knight class, a revamped loot system inspired by Diablo 2, and a story where Diablo has conquered Sanctuary. The game is slated for a 2029 release, with regular updates planned starting in 2027. Diablo 4 will also receive updates and a Nintendo Switch version.
Fellowship discusses loot, pinnacle dungeons, and planned adjustments leading to its 1.0 release
The developers of Fellowship discussed upcoming adjustments for its 1.0 release, including plans to reduce loot RNG, confirmation that pinnacle dungeons will not be included at launch, and the necessity of crafting tutorials. The team also addressed recent balance updates and promised improvements to UI and stability.
Fable’s Loot Is Meant To Be Meaningful, So Don’t Expect A Bunch Of Minor Upgrades
Playground Games aims for meaningful loot in the upcoming Fable reboot, focusing on significant power swings rather than minor stat increases. Creative directors Will Kennedy and Craig Littler explained that impactful upgrades will expand the utility of weapons and spells, with items found in chests also influencing gameplay systems like social standing. The game will feature distinct upgrade paths for melee weapons, ranged weapons, spells, and abilities.
After releasing a bummer of a Diablo 4 season, Blizzard swoops in with an update that fixes some of its worst issues
Blizzard Entertainment has released a patch for Diablo 4 to address player criticisms regarding the loot system in the Season of the Death Awakening. The update significantly boosts loot drops, particularly for the rare Mythic Unique items, which were previously difficult to obtain due to bugs and low drop rates. While some issues like stat randomness on Mythic Uniques remain, the patch aims to make the season less of a grind.
Unearthly - A simple sci-fi ARPG allowing players to create their own alien and power up selected weapons and abilities, coming soon to Steam! Demo available now!
The demo for Unearthly, a sci-fi Action RPG, is now available on Steam. Players can create custom aliens, power up weapons and abilities with collected crystals, and explore procedurally generated areas. The full game is planned for release on November 9th, 2026.
Diablo 4 streamer spends "20 hours non-stop" farming bosses for the ARPG's rarest items, doesn't get…
A Diablo 4 content creator named wudijo spent 20 hours farming bosses in the new 'Death Awakening' season without obtaining any 'Iconic' Mythic items, highlighting community concerns about the rarity and drop rates of the game's rarest loot. Despite Blizzard's rework of Mythic Uniques to include guaranteed synergistic powers, the difficulty in acquiring specific Iconic Mythics has become a new point of frustration for players.
Dice Looter – Open Beta | Alpha Beta Gamer
Dice Looter, a dice-rolling autobattler, is entering its open beta. Players roll dice to acquire and combine equipment, then send their characters into procedurally generated battles across 20 levels. The game features seven unlockable characters, numerous skills and modifiers, and a unique loot system where defeated bosses can take the player's place.
After upsetting everyone by threatening to ruin Diablo 4's most powerful loot in its next season, Blizzard has decided that maybe it wasn't such a good idea after all
Blizzard Entertainment has revised its planned changes to Diablo 4's Uniques loot system following negative player feedback from a week-long playtest. The initial plan to make Uniques less powerful with random stats has been altered to preserve their thematic identity while allowing for some stat customization. The upcoming Season 14 will also introduce Mythic Uniques with maxed-out stats as a new chase item.
An absurdly large patch filled with over 2K lines of changes is how the devs of early access co-op RPG Fellowship hope to hook players on running MMO-like dungeons without the MMO
The developers of the early access co-op RPG Fellowship have released a massive Season 3 update, featuring over 2,000 lines of changes. This update shifts the game's focus from MMO-inspired elements to a more action RPG experience with an emphasis on loot and character builds, aiming to provide a more engaging dungeon-running experience without the typical MMO grind. The developers are confident this season will be a turning point for the game, which is currently available on Steam.
We got a chance to try Fellowship Season 3, and melee DPS players might have a new staple
Fellowship Season 3, launching June 22, 2026, introduces a new melee DPS hero named Gunde with a vampire blood magic theme. The season also brings new mechanics, two dungeons, and an overhauled loot system with ARPG-like affixes. Gunde's playstyle focuses on stacking bleed effects for both single-target and area-of-effect damage, offering a potentially strong option for melee DPS players.
Marathon dev Bungie thinks you're getting too much loot, and it wants to change that
Bungie is addressing an issue in Marathon where players are accumulating loot too quickly, leading to "bloated Vaults." The developer is investigating a bug causing higher rarity loot to drop more often than intended, which has resulted in players achieving the equivalent of three months' worth of progression in just two weeks. Bungie has implemented some fixes and progression tweaks, with plans to adjust the loot system further.
Every Grace Set and How to Farm Them – Expert Game Reviews
This guide details Divine Graces, Nioh 3's endgame gearing system that provides powerful set bonuses on any equipment piece. It explains how Graces work, lists the best Graces for various builds like Susano for melee and Tsukuyomi for magic, and provides strategies for farming specific Graces using Sudama Blessing and Tsukumo Fragments in New Game Plus.
EverQuest Legends’ latest stream previews instancing and difficulty
EverQuest Legends' latest stream detailed instancing and difficulty systems, clarifying that loot drops are tied to difficulty level rather than solo or multiplayer instances. Players can expect to manage instance charges and charges, with some zones restricting UI access for raid targets. The developers aim for both gear and tactics to be viable approaches to overcoming challenges.
How to get chests in Task Bar Hero
This guide explains how to obtain chests in Task Bar Hero, which are essential for acquiring better gear. It details the different types of chests (Common, Stage Boss, and Act Boss) and their drop mechanics, noting that server strain has impacted drop rates. The article also highlights the use of Runes to increase chest drop chances and inventory capacity, and advises players to farm chests by running the hardest stages their party can consistently clear while the game is running.
