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Enginefall Steam Next Fest demo goes live until June 22nd
Red Rover Interactive has released a free demo for their post-apocalyptic PvP crafting shooter, Enginefall, on PC as part of Steam Next Fest. The demo, available until June 22nd, introduces new features like customizable mobile train bases and Dagger vs Dagger PvP mode, with a full launch planned for later in 2026.
Mortal Online 2 grants a look at the desert realm of Sarducaa as it heads to PTR June 17
Star Vault has provided a preview of the desert region Sarducaa for Mortal Online 2, with public testing scheduled to begin on June 17th. The update will also introduce a third character slot and a new lockpicking skill. The full release date for Sarducaa has not yet been announced.
Modern Warfare 4 is bringing back DMZ, and it's got some serious upgrades
Modern Warfare 4 will feature an upgraded DMZ mode developed by Infinity Ward, aiming to improve upon the extraction shooter genre. The new iteration will include story and dynamic missions, a scaling AI threat system with helicopters and tanks, and a bounty system that creates a wanted level for players.
LOTRO Legendarium: Could LOTRO’s PvP monster classes cross over into PvE?
This opinion piece discusses the potential for Lord of the Rings Online to bring its Player versus Player 'creep' classes into the main Player versus Environment game. The author explores the design and lore challenges of such a crossover, considering the effort already invested in the new Angmarim Sorceress class for PvP.
Having now fully acquired the Gloria Victis license, Gamigo will relaunch it on June 17
Gamigo has fully acquired the license for the PvP MMORPG Gloria Victis and will relaunch the game on June 17, 2026. The publisher aims to bring back the popular title featuring strategic territory control and a high-stakes looting system. Past players will be able to recover their paid skins, and a post-launch update called State of War is already in development.
Elder Scrolls Online’s Vengeance PvP campaign is finally launching with next week’s update 50
ZeniMax Online Studios is launching the Vengeance Player vs Player campaign permanently into The Elder Scrolls Online with Update 50 on June 8. This mode features massive battles with up to 900 players, modified abilities, and unique perks, with campaigns lasting 30 days. Players level 10 and above can access the campaign through the Alliance War menu.
Steam Demo - Available Now (Single Player, Coop, PvP, Bots) news - Obscurity: Unknown Threat
A playable demo for the horror shooter Obscurity: Unknown Threat is now available on Steam. The game features both symmetrical FPS modes and asymmetrical battles against a hidden enemy, with options for single-player missions, cooperative scenarios, and online battles with bot support.
Throne and Liberty talks up the new ‘small-scale’ but ‘high-stakes’ PvP zone arriving in Frozen Divide
Throne and Liberty is introducing a new 'Remnants of Nix' PvP zone with the upcoming Frozen Divide update. This area will feature small-scale, high-stakes free-for-all combat where players can find powerful gear and materials, but risk losing them upon death. The update also includes various bug fixes and adjustments to weapon abilities and the cooking system.
Pokémon Champions Is Launching on Android and iOS on June 17
The Pokémon Company announced that Pokémon Champions will launch on Android and iOS on June 17. The free-to-play title, already available on Nintendo Switch, focuses on player-versus-player battles and will feature save data transfer for those switching from the console version. A special bonus including Raichu and two Mega Stones will be available to celebrate the mobile release.
Morning Esports and Competitions
Star Wars: The Old Republic has launched its tenth Player versus Player season, titled "Honor in Battle." This update focuses on competitive PvP gameplay within the game's universe.
Star Wars The Old Republic’s GU 7.9 Legacy Reborn goes live today to cap off Legacy of the Sith
Broadsword has released the GU 7.9 Legacy Reborn update for Star Wars The Old Republic, serving as the conclusion to the Legacy of the Sith expansion. The update includes a new story arc involving Darth Jadus and Heta Kol, the start of PvP Season 10, and various gameplay tweaks. French and German voice localization for the new content is still forthcoming.
Bungie experiments by adding casual PvP-lite mode to Marathon
Bungie is introducing a new experimental mode called Sponsored Survival to Marathon, which reduces the emphasis on player versus player combat for a more relaxed experience. This mode will be available during the free-to-access Open Play week from June 2 to June 9. Bungie is testing this mode to cater to different playstyles and gather feedback for potential future additions to the live service shooter.
Arc Raiders is finally getting a PvE mode, but only in China
Arc Raiders is testing a new pseudo-PvE mode called Rebellion Mechanic on its Chinese client, co-developed with Tencent. This mode encourages cooperation by marking players who attack others, though betrayal is still possible with severe consequences. It is currently unclear if this mode will be released outside of China.
Stars of Icarus revives Guns of Icarus’ ship crew PvP 14 years later – here’s how to playtest it
Muse Games is reviving its airship combat PvP franchise with Stars of Icarus, a successor to Guns of Icarus. A playtest is currently underway and runs until June 8th, featuring a new map, updated ship art, UI tweaks, and gameplay balance. The game is slated for a 2026 launch on PC.
TapTopia Introduces PvP with Offline Defense Deck Battles
TapTopia has launched a new player-versus-player mode, introducing competitive battles and an asynchronous Defense Deck system that allows players to defend even when offline. This update enhances the desert-themed, tap-to-earn game's engagement and tokenomics, built on the TON blockchain and integrated with Telegram.
An Arc Raiders player who's 'sick of hearing about PvE' has come up with a 'Rival Gangs' PvP…
A player has proposed a new 'Rival Gangs' PvP mode for Arc Raiders, aiming to satisfy players tired of the game's PvE focus. This concept would involve high-difficulty maps with increased loot and a requirement for players to equip at least 30,000 raider coins worth of weapons, ensuring a more balanced and high-stakes player-versus-player experience.
Massively Overthinking: What’s the biggest obstacle to your enjoyment of MMORPG PvP?
This article discusses the significant obstacles preventing players from enjoying Player vs Player (PvP) combat in Massively Multiplayer Online Role-Playing Games (MMORPGs). Contributors highlight issues such as overwhelming toxicity, the professionalization of PvP, the time commitment required to become proficient, and the inherent unfairness often present in MMORPG progression systems. The piece explores how these factors alienate casual players and lead them to prefer Player vs Environment (PvE) content.
Type Soul Partial Res Guide – The New, Updated Way To Get Partial Res
This updated 2026 guide explains how to obtain Partial Resurrección in Type Soul, a Roblox game. Partial Res grants players an elemental moveset and transformation, crucial for PvP. The process involves reaching Grade 2 as an Arrancar, finding the Ulquiorra Cifer NPC in Hueco Mundo, obtaining a Hogyoku Fragment from Aizen at The Palace, and completing a parkour challenge.
Att försvara sig i Arc Raiders räknas inte längre som lika "aggressivt"
Embark Studios has clarified the matchmaking system for their upcoming game, Arc Raiders. They explained that defensive actions against other players will no longer be considered as aggressive as initiating combat. Additionally, rounds with low player activity will have less impact on matchmaking profiles, and the developers debunked nine common misconceptions about the system.
Type Soul Gods Prize Guide
This guide details the Gods Prize item in Type Soul, a Roblox game. It explains that the Gods Prize is a Legendary face accessory offering stat boosts like +15 Health Points and +15 Reiatsu. The item can be obtained through ranked Player vs Player matches in the Type Soul Arena, with winners earning ELO and loot.
