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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.
Marathon players are amassing way too much loot in Season 2, and the primary cause is a mystery: 'We're still…
Players in Marathon's second season are accumulating excessive amounts of loot, causing an imbalance in the game's economy. Bungie has identified several bugs and contributing factors, including "guaranteed gold drops" and "Sponsored Survival grind," but the primary cause of higher rarity loot proliferation remains elusive. The developer has implemented temporary progression tweaks while investigating the root issue.
Blue Protocol Star Resonance teases stat-boosting items, hall of fame, and Starland updates
Blue Protocol Star Resonance developers have teased upcoming updates including additions to the Battle Imagine system with an archive and conversion event. A new Star Honor Roll feature will be implemented, acting as a hall of fame for high-difficulty dungeon clears, offering unique titles and trophies. Further plans include AI teammates for guild hunts and new activities for the Starland amusement park.
Finally, A Fun NBA Game That Doesn’t Ask For All My Time And Money
NBA The Run, the debut title from Play by Play Studios, offers a refreshing arcade-style basketball experience distinct from simulations like NBA 2K. The game features quick 3v3 tournament matches with randomized rule sets, an engaging offense and defense system, and a roster of real NBA stars and streetball legends. While progression can feel slow and matchmaking with random players can be inconsistent, the game shines when played with friends, providing a stylish and fun alternative for basketball fans.
VV Ultimatum Frost Alloy [Recipe and Sanrei Glove]
This guide details how to obtain Frost Alloy in VV Ultimatum, a key crafting component for the Sanrei Glove, which is essential for Quincy progression. It outlines the necessary materials and crafting recipes, including Spirit Alloy, Great Soul Essence, and Frostvein Shards, and explains their acquisition methods through drops, quests, or merchant purchases.
How to Get Res in VV Ultimatum – Res Types
This guide explains how to obtain and activate 'Res' in VV Ultimatum, a crucial progression mechanic for Hollow players. It details the steps required, including reaching level 25, meditating to trigger specific dialogues, defeating a Vasto Lorde boss fight across multiple phases, and the random nature of Res types obtained.
How to Meditate in VV Ultimatum [Hollow, Quincy, and Shinigami]
This guide explains the meditation mechanic in VV Ultimatum for Hollow, Quincy, and Shinigami factions. Players must reach specific levels and gather EXP to meditate, which involves navigating a white void, interacting with bells, and eventually unlocking an Inner World. The process varies slightly between factions, with Quincies requiring a craftable Sanrei Glove.
Helldivers 2 outlines planned adjustments to its personal and galactic war progression systems starting this month
Arrowhead Game Studios has outlined upcoming adjustments to Helldivers 2's progression systems, including changes to personal and galactic war progression starting this month. Future updates will introduce multi-week major order campaigns, planet warfronts with distinct mission types, and a personal progress track that grants rewards even if broader objectives aren't met. The studio also plans to revamp ship module unlocks and increase the level cap to 300.
VV: Ultimatum Codes (June 2026)
This guide provides a list of active codes for the game VV: Ultimatum, which can be redeemed for free in-game rewards. It also explains how to redeem codes and offers tips for troubleshooting non-working codes and finding new ones.
Broken Blade Titles – Requirements and Buffs
This guide details the various titles available in the game Broken Blade, which offer stat buffs upon unlocking. Titles are earned through achievements like reaching specific player levels, defeating a certain number of bosses, collecting items, or through unique in-game actions. Each title provides distinct advantages, such as increased gem, money, or experience gain, damage boosts, or improved luck and critical hit chances.
'We Are So Back': Helldivers 2 Dev Lays Out Plans to Improve Game
Arrowhead Game Studios has outlined plans to improve Helldivers 2, focusing on player progression and communication. New features like Galactic War Campaigns and Planet Warfronts will be introduced to enhance the game's meta-narrative and player engagement. The studio also plans to add new personal progression systems and ship customization options.
Helldivers 2 promises "the next evolution of Major Orders," an increased level cap, new missions and more in…
Arrowhead Game Studios is revamping progression in Helldivers 2, introducing Galactic War Campaigns to replace Major Orders for clearer community objectives and introducing Personal Campaign Progression with a level cap increase to 300. These changes aim to make endgame progression more rewarding and understandable for players, with personal reward tracks even if community goals aren't met.
Marathon Season 2 is live now!
Marathon's Season 2 is now live, introducing the Dire Marsh zone, a new Sentinel Runner shell, additional weapons, and a system for customizing Runner shell stats. The update also includes faster faction progression and quality-of-life improvements. An Open Play Week is running from June 2-9 on PlayStation 5, Steam, and Xbox Series X|S, allowing players to experience the full game with progress carrying over.
[S2 Preview #4] Myth of Empires: Throne Introduces New “Season Reward Catch-Up” System
Myth of Empires: Throne is introducing a new "Season Reward Catch-Up" system in Season 2 to help players who join late or return after a break. This system aims to provide a path to recover missed seasonal rewards, such as Legendary Warrior Fragments, without diminishing the advantages of consistently active players. The system will feature five stages with associated costs in Copper Coins and Gold Tokens, and its availability is restricted to content from completed past seasons.
Mina The Hollower Traps You In The Bayou (To Teach You That You Can Get Out)
Yacht Club Games intentionally designed an area in Mina the Hollower to trap players, teaching them that progression relies on the burrowing mechanic rather than traditional Zelda-like equipment. This approach aims to prevent players from encountering insurmountable difficulty spikes by wandering into areas beyond their current abilities, while still retaining an old-school sense of challenge and discovery.
Battlefield 6 Best Early Weapons | TAG
This guide for Battlefield 6 focuses on the best early-game weapons and attachments to prioritize for players with limited time. It recommends focusing on leveling the M4A1 carbine first, as it remains competitive throughout the game and is accessible early on. The article emphasizes the importance of unlocking key attachments for sustained weapon effectiveness.
Yoshi and the Mysterious Book Bug Can Trap You in the Index
Nintendo is aware of a bug in Yoshi and the Mysterious Book that can trap players in the Index area, preventing game completion. A patch is planned to fix the issue and allow players to progress. The bug occurs if players do not engage with the Index section immediately after it becomes available.
Pantheon is resetting PTR characters today as it begins testing its latest progression revamp
Visionary Realms is releasing the fourth Public Test Realm (PTR) update for the MMORPG Pantheon, focusing on a revamp of the game's progression system. This update introduces changes to how experience is awarded, encouraging players to take on tougher NPCs for better gains, and includes a character reset for testers. The changes aim to simplify progression tuning and accommodate a wider variety of playstyles.
Marathon Season 2 arrives June 2
Marathon's second season is set to launch on June 2, introducing new challenges, gameplay mechanics, and a new defensive shell called Sentinel. An Open Play Week will run from June 2-9, allowing players to experience the full game on PlayStation 5 with progress carrying over. Season 2 will also feature a full player reset, new weapons like the KKV SMG and D54 Battle Pistol, and the introduction of Bungie Rewards.
The Evolution of Rewards in Xbox Games
The evolution of reward systems in Xbox games has transformed the player experience from simple scorekeeping to complex progression systems involving skins, achievements, and seasonal unlocks. Mechanics like random rewards and prestige systems, exemplified by franchises like Halo and Call of Duty, have significantly increased player engagement and shaped modern gaming culture.
