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Marathon’s Recon Shell Will Get a More Aggressive Tracking Drone, Improved Ping in Mid-Season Patch
Bungie's upcoming mid-season patch for Marathon, scheduled for April 14th, will introduce significant balance changes, particularly for the Recon Shell. Updates include an improved Tracker Drone with more aggressive targeting and an enhanced Echo Pulse ability that clearly marks enemies. The patch aims to address meta tactics and provide more viable options for players.
Indie MMO Drakantos reveals its hella ambitious PvP modes ahead of May beta
Indie MMORPG Drakantos is preparing for a May beta test that will focus on its ambitious Player versus Player (PvP) modes. The game will feature duels, battle royales, extraction-style PvPvE hellgates, MOBA arenas, and 'adventure invasions' that can disrupt PvE activities. Developer Wingeon aims to make PvP a core, rewarding experience while ensuring players are not overly punished for invasions.
PvP indie golf game with 93% "very positive" reviews hits 1 million copies sold on Steam in just over a month:…
The indie PvP golf game Super Battle Golf has sold over one million copies on Steam in just over a month since its release. Developed by Oro Interactive, the game has achieved a "very positive" review score of 93% on the platform.
Arc Raiders lead was surprised The Last of Us players really liked the game, "they just didn't like to have…
Embark Studios production director Caio Braga revealed that players of The Last of Us were surprisingly receptive to Arc Raiders' PvP elements during early playtests. The studio analyzed player feedback based on their preferred game genres, noting that PvP enthusiasts generally had higher enjoyment scores. This data influenced Embark's decision to implement split matchmaking to cater to different player preferences.
Pokemon Champions producer had a "heated discussion" with one of Game Freak's original battle designers about removing a complicated mechanic after 30 years to make PvP more accessible
Pokemon Champions will remove the IV stat system to make competitive play more accessible, a decision producer Masaaki Hoshino discussed with an original Game Freak battle designer. This change aims to lower the barrier to entry for players interested in the Player vs Player aspect of the series. The free-to-play title will serve as the official game for the Pokemon Video Game Championships.
Pokemon Champions could run "forever" if the series does, producer says, even if that means cramming "10,000 Pokemon" into the PvP battler as part of the process
Pokemon Champions producer Masaaki Hoshino stated the game is planned to be updated indefinitely, potentially including "10,000 Pokemon" in the future. He expressed a goal to include as many Pokemon as possible in the player-versus-player battler.
Pokemon Champions producer "really enjoyed" the Pokemon Stadium games, and used them as a "reference" to help more players get into PvP
Pokemon Champions producer Masaaki Hoshino discussed the game's focus on accessibility and simplifying high-level PvP battles for a wider audience, drawing inspiration from the Pokemon Stadium series. The game will serve as the official hub for the Video Game Championships, integrating various mechanics like Mega Evolution and Z-Moves, and is planned to evolve over time with new Pokemon and content.
This Slay The Spire 2 PvP mod lets you battle friends mid-run to see who's made the better deck
A new mod for Slay the Spire 2, named SlayThePlayer, introduces a Player vs Player mode where two players compete in a best-of-three match at the end of each act. The mod allows players to start on the same seed, navigate independent maps, and battle each other, with special relics to ensure fair play and a unique turn-based combat system for PvP.
Not So Massively: The Overwatch PvE issue is about accessibility
This opinion piece argues that Overwatch 2 should reintroduce accessible Player vs. Environment (PvE) modes to cater to players with disabilities or those who find Player vs. Player (PvP) too stressful. The author suggests a minimal PvE mode using existing assets could allow more players to enjoy the Overwatch universe and progress their battle passes, aligning with the game's inclusive ethos.
Star Savior PvP Tier List and Team Build Tips
This guide provides a tier list and team building tips for the Player vs Player mode in Star Savior. It emphasizes the importance of a balanced team composition, recommending two DPS characters, one Tank, and one Support, and advises focusing on SSR rarity characters for optimal performance.
Digimon Alysion Updates Detailed With UI Improvements, PvP
New development details for the free-to-play mobile game Digimon Alysion were revealed at Digimon Con 2026. Updates include a revamped battle screen with improved card readability and pacing, UI redesigns, and the addition of player-versus-player functionality. New visual elements and story details set in the Digimon Liberator manga's world were also showcased.
Refreshed Faction Fighting Ignites in Sea of Thieves Season 19
Sea of Thieves Season 19 introduces refreshed Faction Battles with features like Battle Bounds and reduced downtime, alongside the return of the Fight Nights event for increased Allegiance rewards. The season also brings significant changes to Doubloons, including a currency reset and new markets, and introduces the "Last Ship Standing" mode for Sloop crews. Additionally, the game celebrates its eighth anniversary with freebies, an Xbox Free Play Weekend, and new challenges and rewards through the Seasonal Renown track and Plunder Pass.
Sea of Thieves begins a season full of festivals and fights with the launch of Season 19
Sea of Thieves has launched Season 19, themed 'Fights & Festivals,' introducing new PvP-centered content and anniversary events. The update includes Hourglass battle enhancements for fairer and faster matches, a new 'Last Ship Standing' deathmatch mode, and anniversary celebrations with rewards. Changes to the Black Market and doubloon currency are also implemented, with the market's duration extended and doubloons having an earnings cap.
FC 26 Marmoush vs. Timber Showdown SBC: Which card should you pick
This guide helps players decide between the Omar Marmoush and Jurrien Timber Showdown SBC cards in FC 26. It details the tasks required for each player and analyzes their in-game stats and playstyles to determine which card is the better pick, considering potential upgrades based on the Carabao Cup final between Manchester City and Arsenal.
Best PvP Games in 2026: Most Popular Competitive Multiplayer Games Right Now
This guide highlights the top Player versus Player (PvP) games dominating the competitive gaming landscape in 2026, based on player counts and popularity. It covers titles across genres like tactical shooters (Counter-Strike 2, VALORANT), battle royales (PUBG: Battlegrounds, Apex Legends, Call of Duty: Warzone), and MOBAs (League of Legends, Dota 2), as well as popular mobile titles. The article also discusses the enduring appeal of PvP games, the importance of balanced gameplay, strong matchmaking, and community support for long-term success.
How to become the Butcher in Diablo 4 Season of Slaughter
This guide explains how players can transform into the infamous Butcher character in Diablo 4's Season of Slaughter. It details finding Shrines of Slaughter in Helltide areas and using Meaty Offerings obtained from Helltide Chests. The guide also covers utilizing Slaughterhouses and participating in the Ceremony of Slaughter PvP event to become the Butcher.
Diablo Immortal brings a new main quest, enhanced zone bosses, and PvP updates March 19
Diablo Immortal is releasing a new update called The Taking on March 19th, which introduces a year-long storyline titled Nation in Agony, a new explorable sub-zone called Rocky Waste, and a legendary gem called Leviathan Tomb. The update also includes a month-long Horrid Transformations event that enhances zone bosses and introduces PvP updates like the Challenge of Equals tournament and a seasonal battlegrounds update.
The first thing Arc Raiders testers told Embark after the game pivoted to PvP was "they didn't like the PvP," and they didn't feel any better about its looting: "They were not very happy"
Arc Raiders testers expressed dissatisfaction with the game's PvP elements and looting system shortly after its introduction. Production director Caio Braga revealed that initial player feedback was substantially negative, with many questioning the decision to add PvP to the game.
Jeff Kaplan calls Overwatch 2 "one of my biggest mistakes," names devs who "didn't like PvP" and executive pressure as reasons for troubled development
Former Overwatch director Jeff Kaplan described the development of Overwatch 2 as one of his biggest mistakes, citing internal team members who disliked PvP and pressure from Activision management for a 2019 release. Kaplan also mentioned that initial ideas for Overwatch 2 were conceived as early as 2015, prior to the original game's launch.
Profane discusses animation polish, artifact mechanics, and a negative karma clearing mechanic
The developers of the PvP sandbox MMO Profane provided an update on their development goals for the year, focusing on animation polish for combat, movement, and crafting. They also reiterated plans for artifact mechanics to be available this year, requiring upkeep costs like killing players or collecting items. Additionally, a negative karma clearing mechanic, or redemption system, is in development, requiring players to undertake a journey to clear their "murderous status."