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Marathon’s mid-season update adds a temporary PvE roguelike mode and several balance tweaks
Bungie has released a mid-season update for Marathon, introducing a limited-time PvE roguelike mode called Vault Breaker. This update also includes several balance adjustments to weapons and gear, as well as UI improvements.
I love Splatoon Raiders for the same reason I love Donkey Kong Bananza - it's dead simple, you can barely see what's going on, and yet somehow it works
Splatoon Raiders is a hectic third-person shooter that focuses on overwhelming action and loot collection, drawing comparisons to the simplicity and chaos of Donkey Kong Bananza. The game successfully spins off the PvE Salmon Run mode from the main Splatoon series, offering a thrilling single-player or co-op experience with satisfying core mechanics.
"LawBreakers tripped so Concord could faceplant": Gears of War designer Cliff Bleszinski looks back on his career so far and struggle with alcoholism
Former Gears of War designer Cliff Bleszinski discusses his struggles with alcoholism, which impacted his career and led to the failure of his studio Boss Key Productions and the game LawBreakers. Now sober for four months, Bleszinski is considering a return to game development, focusing on PvE experiences rather than PvP.
Marathon's 'experimental' PvE mode will only be playable for 2 weeks when it goes live in July, full rollout expected to happen sometime in Season 3
Bungie has announced that Marathon's new 'experimental' PvE mode, Vault Breaker, will initially be available for a limited two-week period starting July 21st. The full rollout of this roguelite PvE experience, which introduces unique Sponsored Kits and a new currency system, is planned for Season 3, beginning September 22nd. This limited-time approach aims to gather player feedback before a wider release.
Marathon's experimental PvE roguelite mode is, bafflingly, only around for two weeks when it drops next week
Bungie's upcoming mid-season update for Marathon, arriving next week, will introduce an experimental PvE roguelite mode called Vault Breaker. This mode will be available for a limited two-week period, running from July 21st to August 4th, and will feature players infiltrating vaults to collect Vault Data for upgrades. The update also includes icon refreshes for implants and a new evolution system for The Cradle.
Marathon’s PvE Vault Breaker Mode Takes Rogue-Lite Approach, As Player Numbers Struggle
Bungie is introducing a new PvE mode called Vault Breaker to Marathon on July 21st, featuring rogue-lite progression elements. This mode aims to re-engage players amidst low player counts and recent layoffs, offering rewards like Deluxe and Prestige Weapons through a tiered data system. The success of this update in reviving interest remains to be seen.
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 Duskbloods network test announced for August - here's how to sign up
FromSoftware has announced a network test for their upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive, The Duskbloods, directed by Hidetaka Miyazaki. The closed network test will run from August 21 to August 24, 2026, in Europe, with sign-ups opening on July 22. This test aims to evaluate the game's online systems and will allow up to eight players to participate.
The First Descendant readies new events, modules, and ‘extreme’ battle content July 15
The First Descendant is launching a new 'Void Intercept Battle: Extreme' instance on July 15th, which condenses existing difficulties and unlocks new challenge levels for exclusive currency. The update also includes character and weapon balancing, quality-of-life improvements, and several co-op and login events.
Elder Scrolls Online’s Season 1 rolls out today with brand-new Thieves Guild content
The Elder Scrolls Online has launched Season 1, introducing new PvE-focused rewards and a revamped Thieves Guild questline. Despite recent layoffs at ZeniMax Online Studios, the initial content for Season 1 is rolling out as scheduled, with future content updates potentially impacted.
Arkheron, a competitive PvPvE action RPG, will open its closed beta next week—and I'm getting that Battlerite nostalgia just looking at this thing
Arkheron, a competitive PvPvE action RPG developed by Bonfire Games, will launch its closed beta on July 15 and run until July 26. The game features squad-based gameplay where players climb a tower in the afterlife, combining looting and combat segments with arena showdowns. CEO Rob Pardo and game director Jeremy Craig discussed the evolution of the game's camera mechanics and gameplay.
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.
Cinder City reviderar krav på 64 GB RAM – kräver nu bara 32 GB
Big Fire Games has revised the system requirements for their upcoming PvE open-world game, Cinder City. Initially listed with a demanding 64 GB of RAM, the developer has clarified that only 32 GB is now recommended, though this is still higher than the typical 16 GB for new releases. The recommended graphics card has also been upgraded from an RTX 4060 to an RTX 4070.
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.
Elder Scrolls Online previews the season track awards coming with next week’s Season One
ZeniMax Online Studios has previewed the seasonal reward tracks, known as Tamriel Tomes, for The Elder Scrolls Online's upcoming Season One, launching July 8th. This season's rewards will focus more on PvE activities and include various currencies, consumables, furnishings, and unique cosmetic items. Players can earn rewards through a free track or a premium track, with the latter offering additional bonuses and persistent access.
Cinder City Steam Page Opens Alongside New Developer Preview
BigFire Games has launched the Steam page for its upcoming open-world third-person shooter, Cinder City, allowing players to wishlist the game. A new developer preview showcases gameplay set in a post-apocalyptic Seoul, highlighting its PvE cooperative elements and story. The game is being developed by BigFire Games and published by NC.
Splatoon Raiders is a fun PvE twist on the franchise
Splatoon Raiders offers a PvE twist on the popular Nintendo franchise, shifting focus from PvP battles to treasure hunting and character upgrades. The game retains Splatoon's signature ink-based combat but pits players against salmonids instead of rival teams. It features co-op for up to four players and a ship-based headquarters for character and gear improvements.
GRAY ZONE WARFARE RECEIVES A MAJOR PATCH TO CELEBRATE 1.5 MILLION COPIES SOLD
MADFINGER Games has released Patch 0.4.5.0 for Gray Zone Warfare, introducing significant changes to its Warfare mode (PvEvP) and adding NVIDIA DLSS 4.5 support. The update aims to make PvP engagements more organic and rewarding, with new respawn logic and conflict zone mechanics. The game has also surpassed 1.5 million copies sold, coinciding with a Steam Summer Sale discount and a Twitch Drops campaign.
Calamity Unveils Sunforge Season with Revamped Economic Systems
Calamity has launched its Sunforge Season, running from June 25 to August 20, 2026, featuring revamped economic systems, enhanced PvE and PvP modes, and a prize pool including WYRM tokens, Gold, and NFTs. The season introduces new features like Holder Production, Fortune's Veil Lottery, and Silver Tribute to encourage player engagement, with weekly Tribute payouts and competitive tracks for Conquest, Duelist, and Combatant.
Will Marathon's new PvE mode reignite interest around the fizzling game? Community reaction so far seems positive
Bungie has announced a new PvE mode for Marathon called Vault Breaker, set to launch on July 21st. This mode will allow players to explore endgame content without the threat of other players, facing only AI-controlled enemies. The community reaction has been largely positive, with many seeing it as a way to attract new players and re-engage lapsed ones, though some express concern over the separate progression system.
