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Arc Raiders makes changes to expedition rewards, making life a bit easier after the wipe
Embark Studios is adjusting the expedition reward structure in Arc Raiders with the upcoming Frozen Trails update. Starting with the fourth expedition, players will earn blueprints and Raider Tokens instead of skill points, aiming to make the post-wipe grind more appealing. These changes are intended to provide a more enticing incentive for players to restart and engage with the game's progression systems.
The Last Caretaker Launches Update 5: New Horizons - New progression paths, exploration systems, tools, storyline and major improvements
Channel37 has released Update 5: New Horizons for their Early Access title, The Last Caretaker. This major update introduces Project Eden, a new progression system focused on rebuilding, alongside new exploration mechanics, tools, and a storyline. The update also brings significant performance improvements and new language support.
Prime Evolution: The Biggest Update in Shard Squad History Has Arrived!
The Root Studios has launched 'Prime Evolution,' a major update for their game Shard Squad, introducing a comprehensive progression system that grants all 28 playable Shards unique evolved forms with new abilities and visual appearances. Players can choose to enable full evolution, gameplay-only evolution, or disable it entirely, adding new strategic depth to matches. The update is now available for Shard Squad.
Get Ready: Prime Evolution Is Coming!
Shard Squad is set to receive its largest update yet, titled Prime Evolution, on June 25, 2026. This new progression system will allow all 28 playable characters, including DLC, to unlock a powerful evolved form with unique abilities and appearances during matches. The update will also feature multiple customization options for the Prime Evolution feature.
World of Warcraft Patch 12.0.7 Overview: Everything Coming in Revelations - Walkthrough, Tips, Review
World of Warcraft Patch 12.0.7, titled Revelations, introduces significant new content for the Midnight expansion, including the Omnium Folio progression system, two new zones (Naigtal and Val), Heroic World Tier, and the experimental Sporefall raid with flexible Mythic difficulty. The update also brings Dragonflight Timewalking, new quests, world bosses, PvP enhancements, and UI improvements, offering substantial content for various player types.
Splatoon Raiders Gameplay, Player Hub and Allies Showcased in New Trailer
Nintendo revealed new gameplay details for Splatoon Raiders during a recent Direct presentation. The trailer showcased the Hideout Ship player hub, allies like Deep Cut, and combat against Salmonids using paint-based weaponry. The game will feature a progression system with leveling, stat improvements, and gadget customization, alongside boss fights. A special Splatfest in Splatoon 3 will also be themed around Splatoon Raiders.
Helldivers 2 is adding new war campaigns and full ship customization, to offer "more valuable upgrades for every kind of player"
Arrowhead Game Studios is introducing significant updates to Helldivers 2, including new Galactic War Campaigns and full Super Destroyer ship customization. Game Director Mikael Ariksson detailed plans for more valuable upgrades and persistent progression elements to address player feedback. These updates aim to offer more meaningful choices for all player types and will be rolled out progressively.
Helldivers 2 to Start Galactic Campaigns This Month, Studio is Working on Roguelite Planet Warfronts
Helldivers 2 game director Mikael Eriksson detailed upcoming progression updates, including Galactic War Campaigns launching in June to provide clearer narrative progression and rewards. The studio is also experimenting with Planet Warfronts, a new mission type incorporating roguelite elements. Further enhancements will include personal progression reward tracks, Super Destroyer customization, new ships, and various gameplay improvements.
Hands On: Marathon's New Season Is Impressive, But Probably Not Enough
Bungie's Marathon has launched its second season, Nightfall, introducing a new night version of the Dire Marsh map and several quality-of-life improvements. While the new content may not be enough to fully revitalize the game, significant enhancements to the progression system, including easier credit acquisition and a streamlined skill tree, make the game more approachable. The season also brings new weapons and a defensive Runner shell, aiming to refine the existing gameplay experience.
Here’s how the prestige system works in Forza Horizon 6
Forza Horizon 6 features a prestige system that allows players to show off their dedication by earning prestiges after reaching certain rank milestones. The first prestige is unlocked at rank 200, with ten prestiges available in total, requiring players to reach rank 9,999 to max out the final prestige.
Chainers Season 1 Pass Launch Featuring Peacock Domination Content
Chainers has launched its first Season Pass, "Peacock Domination," as part of its "Golden Summer" campaign, running from May 19 to June 29, 2026. The season introduces a new Peacock animal line with varying rarities and a comprehensive progression system, offering rewards like $CFB and seeds for both free and premium pass holders.
Arc Raiders won't get a major update until October as Embark announces Frozen Trail and shifts to twice-a-year release schedule, promising "the largest map in the game"
Embark Studios has announced that Arc Raiders will shift to a bi-annual major update schedule, with the next significant update, "Frozen Trail," planned for October. This change aims to allow for more impactful and transformative updates, moving away from the initial plan of monthly releases. "Frozen Trail" will introduce the game's largest map to date, a new Arc, progression systems, lore exploration, and improved skill trees.
All unlocks in Far Far West and how to get them – Emotes, Mounts, and more
This guide details all the unlockable cosmetic items in Far Far West, including mounts, emotes, and titles. It outlines the requirements for obtaining each item, whether through in-game purchases with Gold or by completing specific quests and challenges.
Skull and Bones previews new mastery skill tree, world tiers, and three new ships in Year 3
Skull and Bones revealed details about its upcoming Year 3 updates, including three new ships: the Galleon, Junk, and Fluyt. The updates will also introduce a seasonal mastery skill tree for permanent stat bonuses and customizable seasonal perks, alongside new world tiers to increase challenge.
Embark Studios is looking to rework Arc Raiders' skill trees in future updates
Embark Studios plans significant reworks for Arc Raiders' skill trees in future updates, acknowledging current shortcomings in their design. Design director Virgil Watkins stated that while specific changes are not yet revealed, the studio aims to improve the progression system beyond minor statistical adjustments.
Embark tells Arc Raiders players to expect "significant changes" to the skill tree, admitting many skills kind of suck: "I don't think by any means we nailed it"
Embark Studios is implementing significant changes to Arc Raiders' skill tree, with design director Virgil Watkins admitting that many skills are currently underperforming. The game's next Expedition, starting April 28, will also alter how players earn skill points, shifting from accumulated wealth to dealing a certain amount of damage.
TurretGirls Update Adds Raven, New Shop System, and Expanded Customization
DANGEN Entertainment and NANAIRO ENTERPRISE have released a free update for TurretGirls, adding the new playable character Raven, a shop system for meta-progression, and expanded customization options. Raven offers a mobile, high-damage playstyle with a chargeable crossbow. The update also includes quality-of-life improvements and notes potential mod incompatibility.
Hades II Testaments – everything you need to know about getting every single one of them
This guide explains how to obtain and utilize Testaments in Hades II, a key progression resource tied to difficulty scaling and advanced upgrades. Testaments are earned by completing runs under specific conditions using the Oath of the Unseen system, with each weapon offering its own set of challenges.
Marathon mid-season update adds C.A.R.R.I. protocol and new rewards – here’s what’s in the latest patch
Bungie has released a mid-season update for Marathon, introducing the C.A.R.R.I. protocol to enhance player rewards and progression. The update includes balance tweaks, new weapons and implants, and refreshed Season Pass rewards for both free and premium tracks.
Marathon Mid-Season Update Is Live Now, Introducing the C.A.R.R.I. Protocol
Marathon has released its first mid-season update, introducing the C.A.R.R.I. protocol, balance adjustments, and new rewards. The update includes buffs to the Recon shell, new weapon chips and implants, and earnable Arachne faction styles. A new Displate collection and Collector's Edition are also available.
