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Sea of Thieves’ Last Ship Standing PvP mode headlines the sandbox’s lineup of May events
Sea of Thieves is launching its Last Ship Standing PvP mode on Thursday, May 14th, as the capstone for Season 19 Act 3. This mode pits six sloops against each other in the Sea of the Damned, with rewards for participation and bonus rewards for the winning team. The rest of May will also feature Twitch Drops and discounts on in-game cosmetics.
RIFT is kicking off a Bloodstorm PvP tournament with an 11,500-credit prize pool
Gamigo is launching a limited-time Player versus Player event for RIFT called Bloodstorm, starting tomorrow and concluding on May 19th. Players earn points by getting kills in PvP activities, with the top 10 winners receiving titles and credits, including an 11,500-credit prize pool.
Project ETHOS Faces Layoffs as 31st Union Head Says “Changes Need To Be Made”
31st Union, the developer of Project ETHOS, has conducted layoffs, with studio head Ben Brinkman citing the need for the team to work more quickly and nimbly. Publisher 2K confirmed the news, which follows a period of silence since the game's reveal in October 2024. The studio described Project ETHOS as a skill-based PVP roguelike experience.
Project Ethos, The New 2K Shooter, Undergoes Changes As Dev Lays Off Staff
2K's 31st Union studio is undergoing significant changes for its third-person shooter Project Ethos, shifting its direction to a skill-based PvP roguelike and laying off staff. Studio head Ben Brinkman confirmed the renewed direction, aiming to make the game more nimble and aligned with development goals. This pivot follows a previous report in February 2025 suggesting the game needed to change or face cancellation.
The latest Rust update is an absolute nightmare for roof campers, but I welcome it with open arms
The latest Rust update, 'Upgrade Hard, Raid Harder,' introduces a mortar tool designed to counter players who camp on their base roofs. This update also includes a rework for the Tin Can alarm and workbench, a nerf to Deep Sea loot, and new boat equipment available from the Boat Vendor. The update is scheduled to go live on Thursday, May 7.
Bodycam Onrecord – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
Bodycam Onrecord is a new tactical shooter that emphasizes hyper-realistic immersion through a bodycam perspective. The game will feature classic PVP modes like Team Deathmatch and Search & Destroy, as well as co-op campaigns and horror modes. Players can sign up for the beta playtest on the Alpha Beta Gamer website.
MMORPG Drakantos opens signups for its late May test of PvP modes, action combat, and free movement
Upcoming MMORPG Drakantos, developed by Wingeon Game Studios, will hold a closed beta test for its PvP modes on May 22-24. This test will focus on the game's new action combat system and free movement mechanics, which have been fundamentally reworked since the last beta. Players can sign up via Steam, and past testers will receive invitations for friends.
Umamusume Champions Meetings Changes Coming in May
Cygames will implement changes to the Champions Meeting PVP events in the global version of Umamusume: Pretty Derby starting May 31, 2026, with the Gemini Cup being the first to feature adjustments to character Career Ranks, increased rewards, and title updates. Gacha banners will update on April 30, 2026, introducing the three-star Umamusume Trainee Ines Fujin and new Support Cards. The Taurus Cup next month will see the Open League accepting characters with Career Rank A+ or lower, alongside reward increases and easier title acquisition.
Black Desert Unveils Expansive PvP Updates with Arena of Solare Season 9
Pearl Abyss has announced significant updates for Black Desert Online and Black Desert Console, focusing on competitive Player versus Player (PvP) gameplay with the launch of Arena of Solare Season 9. This season introduces a revamped ranking system, expanded battlefields, and new rewards, alongside plans for North America versus Europe PvP events at the Heidel Ball 2026. The Master Class 2026 tournament for Black Desert Console has also concluded.
Warhammer's Twisted Metal-Style Speed Freeks Roars onto PS5 Next Month
Warhammer 40,000: Speed Freeks, a chaotic car combat game similar to Twisted Metal, will launch on PlayStation 5 on May 21st. The game has been available on PC since May 2025 after a period in early access, receiving positive user ratings. It currently features a player-versus-player focus with a robust map editor for creating and sharing arenas.
I've given up taking a second weapon into Marathon matches, and you should too
This article argues against carrying a secondary weapon in Bungie's extraction shooter Marathon, citing the game's extremely fast time-to-kill and emphasis on stealth. The author suggests that the secondary weapon slot is better used for looting additional items or simply left empty, as the brutal pace of engagements rarely allows for weapon swapping. The piece also touches on the game's unforgiving nature and the importance of environmental awareness for survival.
Weapons will break faster in Arc Raiders as the devs push PvP in a huge update that aims to fix the 'chronic state…
Arc Raiders has received a significant update called Riven Tides, which drastically alters weapon durability mechanics to encourage more player versus player combat and reduce weapon hoarding. Weapon durability will now decrease faster per shot, with higher-tier weapons having more longevity. Upgrading weapons will also partially repair their durability, and durability loss upon being knocked out has been reduced.
The MOP Up: Thousands of EVE Online players continue their epic war
The ongoing war in EVE Online saw over 4,500 pilots engaged in a battle over an Imperium Keepstar, with other fights occurring in surrounding systems. This week's MMO news roundup also includes updates on The Elder Scrolls Online's Night Market factions, Ultima Online's roadmap roundtable, and new content for Wartales and Torchlight Infinite.
Elite Dangerous delays dungeon-like operations to June, makes new ship available for credits April 28
Frontier Developments has delayed the "operations" feature for Elite Dangerous to June, citing a need for quality assurance. As compensation, the new Lynx Highliner passenger ship will be immediately available for in-game credits instead of cash shop early access. The "operations" feature will include six types of instanced missions with mercenary and powerplay modes, offering rewards like merc coins for engineering blueprints and modules.
Slime Seas Trello, Wiki and Discord
This article provides links to the Trello board, Wiki, and Discord server for the Roblox game Slime Seas. The Trello board offers detailed information on game mechanics, progression, items, and bosses, while the Discord server provides announcements, patch logs, and community interaction. A tier list for Player vs Player combat is also mentioned.
How to Get Bizarre Lineage Darkened Souls – Soul Calibre Quest
This guide details how to obtain the three Darkened Souls required to unlock the Soul Calibre Edict in Bizarre Lineage. Darkened Souls are a drop from the Death 13 Raid, and completing the Soul Calibre questline involves several other raid completions and PvP objectives.
CookieRun: OvenSmash Regional Beta Launches in Southeast Asia, Philippines, Indonesia, Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Macau on April 23 with Authentic Local Flavor - GameHaunt
CookieRun: OvenSmash has launched its regional beta in Southeast Asia, including the Philippines, Indonesia, Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Macau, on April 23. Developed by Devsisters and published in the region by VNGGames, the game features 3v3 real-time battles with full voice acting and region-specific cosmetics. Progress made during the beta will carry over to the full launch.
Elder Scrolls Online brings another PvP Vengeance test online with ramped-up AoE effects
ZeniMax Online Studios is running a new Player versus Player Vengeance test for The Elder Scrolls Online, featuring enhanced Area of Effect (AoE) damage that affects up to six targets instead of the usual three. This change aims to make battles faster and increase the importance of AoE healing. The test is available until Monday, April 27th, for characters between levels 10 to 50 in the Alliance War menu.
The Daily Grind: What do you think about EVE Online’s planned PvE zone?
EVE Online is planning to introduce a fully safe Player vs. Environment starting zone, a move that has surprised many given the game's long history of open PvP. This discussion explores whether this pragmatic addition is a step towards improving player retention or a concession that deviates from the game's core identity.
Myth of Empires: Throne – Chill Survival Gameplay Without the PvP Stress
Myth of Empires: Throne, a free-to-play seasonal version of the game focused on PvP, offers a surprisingly chill survival experience. The author found enjoyment in gathering, crafting, and base building without significant PvP encounters, making it potentially appealing even to players who typically avoid player-versus-player combat.
