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Helldivers 2 is Raising the Level Cap to 300 As Part of Its “Broader Progression Overhaul”
Arrowhead Game Studios is increasing the level cap for Helldivers 2 from 150 to 300 as part of a broader progression overhaul. Players who have already reached the previous cap will have their experience points recalculated automatically. New titles and ranks will be introduced as incentives, though a release date for the update has not yet been announced.
Dead by Daylight is getting a Survivor chat wheel soon, as Behaviour reveals plans to debloat a decade of systems
Behaviour Interactive has revealed upcoming updates for Dead by Daylight, including a Survivor chat wheel planned for fall, and efforts to streamline add-ons and progression systems. The developers also discussed plans for Killer bots in custom games, improvements to the offering system, and reflected on past event failures. Future updates aim to reduce inventory bloat and enhance the overall player experience.
Black Desert PC launches the Agent class and hands out the Hyperboost to players in latest patch
Black Desert on PC has released the new Agent class and the Hyperboost progression feature in its latest patch. The Agent class wields a pistol and features swift movement, with in-game events celebrating its launch. Hyperboost assists characters graduating from season servers by providing high-tier gear to prepare them for upcoming content.
Guardians of the Wall – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
Guardians of the Wall is a co-op action RPG that allows up to four players to venture outside humanity's last fortress to fight hordes and bosses. Players can choose from heroes with distinct combat styles, discover temporary upgrades during raids, and earn permanent rewards to unlock new heroes and abilities. The game features both handcrafted missions and procedurally generated encounters in various environments, and players can sign up for a beta playtest.
League of Legends Classic - Release date, champions, progression
Riot Games is releasing League of Legends Classic on July 29, a separate tab within the Riot client that returns players to the Season 3 era of the MOBA. It will feature 60 champions, classic items like Zz'Rot Portal, and a progression system with runes, masteries, and a Classic Level track that unlocks content and cosmetic rewards.
EA Sports College Football 27’s Next Title Update to Bring Changes to XP Progression in Dynasty
EA Sports is releasing a title update for EA Sports College Football 27 that will adjust XP progression in Dynasty mode, introducing new options like Career, Simulation, and Casual. The update also includes recruitment tuning and balance changes to better reflect recruiting distribution. Road to Glory mode will not see XP sliders return, but starting OVRs have been intentionally scaled. The update also addresses bugs related to position battles.
How To Prestige in Phasmophobia: Levels, Reset, and Rewards Explained
Phasmophobia features a Prestige system that allows players to reset their level, money, and equipment after reaching level 100 in exchange for new badges and ID card titles. While not mandatory, prestiging offers a new challenge and unlocks cosmetic rewards and additional loadout slots up to Prestige 10. The maximum Prestige level is currently 20, with the overall maximum player level being XX-3999.
Why Is EA SPORTS College Football 27 Such a Mess Right Now?
EA SPORTS College Football 27, despite its on-field successes, suffers from significant off-field issues including a flawed progression system, poorly implemented Mascot Mashup mode, and numerous presentation and gameplay bugs. The article details concerns about paid progression options, the lack of depth in new features, and system logic flaws that encourage exploiting loopholes rather than skillful play. These cumulative problems detract from the overall experience and may hinder the franchise's reputation despite EA's stated intention to address player feedback.
#DRIVE Liberty & Steel Season is live!
The Liberty & Steel Season update for the mobile driving game #DRIVE is now live, introducing a new urban environment called The City, five new vehicles, and significant gameplay overhauls. Key changes include a reworked car performance system with Durability and Coolness stats, Home Turf affiliations granting bonuses, and a streamlined progression system that removes car cards in favor of direct upgrades using Caps.
Level Up Your Darts! Darts VR2: Bullseye Adds New XP System
Darts VR2: Bullseye has launched a new XP System Update for Meta Quest, with upcoming releases for PlayStation VR 2 and Steam. Developed by Gamitronics and published by Evolution Publishing, the update introduces a 25-level progression system offering rewards like new dart designs, cosmetics, and voice packs. Players earn XP through gameplay, with more points awarded for higher scores like 180s, encouraging continued engagement.
Throne and Liberty outlines progression system tweaks and prepares an event for its next archboss
Amazon Games is implementing several tweaks to the MMORPG Throne and Liberty following the Frozen Divide: Nix expansion. Updates on July 16th will address limited material supplies and offer more ways to acquire seal keys, while a July 9th patch will reduce the difficulty of elite tier dungeons. Additionally, a special event starting July 1st will offer login rewards for 49 days in preparation for the arrival of the archboss Ramux on July 30th.
How Progression Systems Compare Between Slot Games and Competitive Xbox Titles
This analysis compares progression systems in slot games and competitive Xbox titles, highlighting how both genres use milestones and rewards to drive player engagement and retention. It explores how short-term achievements and long-term goals are implemented to maintain player interest across diverse gaming experiences.
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.
