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Gears Of War: E-Day Is Shaping Up To Be Exactly The Comeback Gears Needed
Gears of War: E-Day is shaping up to be a strong comeback for the franchise, with The Coalition focusing on fluid gameplay and updated controls. The preview highlights the revamped Horde Siege mode, which supports 12 players in large arenas, and the classic Versus multiplayer modes, all built on a new engine. The game is set to launch on Xbox Series X|S and PC in October.
Arc Raiders rats are cheating the matchmaking system by throwing themselves in front of friendly fire
Players in Arc Raiders have discovered a way to exploit the game's matchmaking system by intentionally getting killed by teammates in PvE lobbies. This behavior allows "rats" to disrupt matches and loot other players, despite Embark's recent efforts to refine the matchmaking to account for player actions and self-defense.
Lord of the Rings Online adjusts the Angmarim Sorceress and preps this year’s Farmers Faire
Lord of the Rings Online's Update 49.1 introduces adjustments to the new Angmarim Sorceress PvP class, primarily on the nerf side, to balance its power. The update also prepares for the upcoming Farmers Faire event on August 13th and includes a fix for slow-moving female NPC run animations.
WoW patch 12.1 has a release date, and there's a brand new instance type
World of Warcraft patch 12.1, titled Curse of Ula'tek, is scheduled to launch on August 11. This update introduces a new instance type called Lairs, which function as scalable world bosses for 15-25 players. The patch also includes a new dungeon, a raid, additional Delves, player housing enhancements with companion pets and home exporting/importing, and continues the main campaign.
Final Fantasy XIV bolsters Occult Crescent quests, preps Yo-Kai Watch event’s return in today’s update
Final Fantasy XIV has received an update adding new Occult Crescent content, including the North Horn area and the Forked Tower: Magic dungeon in both standard and extreme versions. The update also progresses allied society quests, introduces new furnishings and hairstyles, and brings back the Yo-Kai Watch crossover event with returning weapons and new cosmetic items.
Arc Raiders makes it official: "Only the PvP fights players choose to initiate" will impact your aggression…
Embark Studios is reinforcing changes to Arc Raiders' matchmaking system, emphasizing that only player-initiated PvP fights will impact a player's aggression estimate. Defensive actions will no longer influence this estimate, a change that has received positive player feedback. The studio will continue to monitor player feedback through surveys.
Enter the Tower: Arkheron Closed Beta is Live for XBOX Insiders
Bonfire Studios has launched the closed beta for their new PvP game, Arkheron, for Xbox Insiders on Xbox Series X, Series S, and PC. This technical test, running until July 27, allows players to experience the game's item-based ability system and two modes: Spires (3v3 arena) and Ascension (larger map looting and combat). Exclusive cosmetic progression items are unlockable during the beta.
Arc Raiders' matchmaking optimisation is live as Embark warns players they may experience longer queues than usual…
Embark Studios has implemented matchmaking optimizations for Arc Raiders, aiming to improve match quality by considering player behavior in different squad sizes. While this may lead to longer queue times, the developers are working to refine the process, especially during low-population hours. The studio also addressed player suggestions for separate PvE and PvP modes, explaining the complexity involved in such a change.
AFK Heroes to debut Solana idle RPG Season 2 this Friday with early-access waitlist
AFK Heroes is launching Season 2 of its Solana-based idle RPG on Friday, July 24, introducing new features like Guilds, Crafting, Tournaments, PvP, and server-wide zone bosses. An early-access waitlist is now open for players who wish to join the "brand-new AFK Heroes" experience. The game, which debuted on Solana in June, allows players to earn XP, gold, and loot even while the browser tab is closed, with its native token $AFKHERO currently holding a $64K market cap.
Throne and Liberty kicks off its new battlegrounds season and adds a seal battle PvP match type
Throne and Liberty has launched a new update introducing 'seal battle,' a 12v12 PvP mode where teams transport relics to an altar. The update also kicks off the second battlegrounds season with daily rotating modes, adds new guild raids, and includes various balance adjustments and quality-of-life improvements.
Everything NEW in the Evomon Seasonal Update [Season 1]
The latest Evomon Seasonal Update, Season 1, introduces a significant amount of new content including Evomon Raids, a new map with four islands, and two new Element Types: Light and Dark. Players can also engage in Ranked PvP mode with various reward tiers and discover two new Evomon, Glowy and Clanx.
The Duskbloods Closed Network Test: Sign-Up Dates, Times, and How to Join — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & Guides
FromSoftware is holding a closed network test for The Duskbloods, a Nintendo Switch exclusive, from August 21-23, 2026. Players selected for the test will receive a download code on August 7 and will require a Nintendo Switch Online membership. The test aims to evaluate multiplayer performance, server load, and game balance, with matches supporting up to eight players.
Sarpedon-D PvE and PvP god rolls - Destiny 2
This guide details the optimal PvE and PvP god rolls for the Sarpedon-D Hand Cannon in Destiny 2. It highlights recommended perks and masterwork choices for both gameplay modes, with a specific PvE roll focusing on stability and handling, and a PvP roll emphasizing range and damage bonuses.
The Arkheron Closed Beta opens July 15 with numerous updates!
Bonfire Studios announced that the closed beta for their competitive PvP action game, Arkheron, will begin on July 15 and run for two weeks. This beta will introduce new modes like Spires and Learning Spires, cosmetic progression, and incorporate feedback from Steam Next Fest. Players can gain access through Steam and FirstLook waitlists, with invited players receiving additional friend invites.
Unfall PvE and PvP god rolls - Destiny 2
This guide details the best PvE and PvP god rolls for the Unfall sidearm in Destiny 2. While the Unfall excels in PvE activities like Strikes and Raids due to its high damage output and mob-clearing potential with perks like Jolting Feedback, it is not recommended for PvP engagements. The article also mentions that Zavala is currently selling a specific PvE god roll in the Tower.
Felwinter's Lie PvE and PvP god rolls - Destiny 2
This guide details the optimal PvE and PvP 'god rolls' for the Felwinter's Lie shotgun in Destiny 2. It provides specific perk recommendations for both modes, focusing on maximizing damage and effectiveness in different combat scenarios.
RF Online Next pushes out its first post-launch update with a mining war
Netmarble has released the first post-launch update for RF Online Next, introducing the 'Mining War' PvP event. This update also adds Biosuit flight capabilities, a new Expansion equipment category, the Arcane Trials dungeon, and a cross-server zone called Outer Planet.
RF ONLINE NEXT INTRODUCES FIRST MAJOR UPDATE WITH MINING WAR AND NEW WARFARE CONTENT
Netmarble has released the first major content update for its sci-fi MMORPG RF ONLINE NEXT, introducing a large-scale "Mining War" where factions battle for control of the Holy Stone. The update also adds new cross-server content called "Outer Planet" with the Albern Crater region, expanded progression systems including new equipment and skills, and new challenges like the Xenogeyser boss and the Arcane Trials party dungeon.
Knightborn – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
Knightborn is a multiplayer RPG that offers bite-sized adventures with a classic MMORPG atmosphere, featuring four distinct classes. Players can explore maps solo or cooperatively without grinding or subscription fees, with gameplay optimized for smooth performance. A playable demo includes a 16-player PvP map called Colony Zone, and players can sign up for the beta test.
Team-based PvP arena Project ZETA shares its latest updates as open testing begins
Project ZETA, a tactical arena game where four teams of three players compete for control of a prism, has begun its first open global beta test. The weekend-long test, running until June 28th, includes updates such as new traversal systems, additional monsters, an updated HUD, an improved tutorial, new characters, updated hitboxes, a renewed battle map, more gadgets, and an execution buff. The test is available on Steam.