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This Old WoW Mail Reminded Players How Different The Game Was
A rediscovered WoW anniversary letter brought back ammo, reagents, and memories from a very different era of the game.
World of Warcraft
WoW
Today at 18:37
The Ultimate Builds: WoW’s Biggest Creator Housing Show Kicks Off This Week
The premiere content creator housing showdown is days away, as Azeroth Interiors’ 8-team clash is about to start!
World of Warcraft
WoW
Today at 18:02
Arknights: Endfield Soundtrack Is Live but Players Notice Missing Tracks
Arknights: Endfield’s official soundtrack is available on streaming platforms, but some players point out important songs missing!
Arknights: Endfield
Endfield
Today at 18:01
WoW Players Are Getting Free Housing Decor From a Zillow Promo
Blizzard partnered with Zillow for a free doormat decor item. Just log in on the promo site to claim it — no purchase or region lock required.
World of Warcraft
WoW
Today at 17:25
Genshin Impact Finally Reveals Mona’s Master Barbeloth
HoYoverse’s new Genshin Impact animated short teases why Varka left for Nod-Krai and finally reveals Mona’s master, Barbeloth.
Genshin Impact
Genshin
Today at 16:21
Housing Lumber, PvP Flagging, and World Quest Gold: Midnight Pre-Patch Weekly Hotfix Summary, February 9th – 16th
We have a short compilation today, with just one solitary batch of hotfixes arriving over the past week, with PvP, housing, and gold fixes.
World of Warcraft
WoW
Today at 13:28
A Player Recreated WoW’s Original Vanilla Box Using Modern In-Game Models
Old and new combine! A player has recreated the original WoW box cover using today’s in-game models, and it looks great!
World of Warcraft
WoW
Yesterday at 22:16
Resident Evil Requiem Timeline Explained: 30 Years After Raccoon City
How does Resident Evil Requiem fit in the series timeline? Explore the events 30 years after Raccoon City, see how Leon, Claire, and new characters connect!
Other Games
Other
Yesterday at 18:52
4 Factions, 12 Outfits, 1 Dragonhawk Mount — Midnight’s New Event
Saltheril’s Soiree in Eversong Woods lets your Warband pick a Silvermoon faction each week for exclusive transmog, decor, and recipes.
World of Warcraft
WoW
Yesterday at 16:19
Players Are Picking These 3 Professions First in WoW Midnight
Gathering professions dominate early Midnight gold-making. See which ones top the tier list and which to avoid on day one.
World of Warcraft
WoW
Yesterday at 16:04
WoW Players Want Blizzard to Reverse a Removed Solo Achievement Before Midnight
The Let Me Solo Her achievement vanished in the pre-patch while its group version stayed. Players say it’s an error worth fixing fast.
World of Warcraft
WoW
Yesterday at 15:53
Diablo 4 Could Reintroduce Past Seasonal Content in New Forms
Diablo 4 developers say past seasonal content could return in new forms, with mechanics being reworked into permanent systems.
Diablo IV
D4
Yesterday at 15:31
Arknights: Endfield Kicks off Spring Early With Grand Blessings
Arknights: Endfield’s Grand Blessings for the Spring event is live! Here is how it works and the rewards you can get.
Arknights: Endfield
Endfield
Yesterday at 13:48
Diablo 2 Terror Zones Are Faster Now, but Many Players Overlooked It
The Reign of the Warlock update for D2R shortened Terror Zone rotations and introduced new mechanics that affect endgame farming routes.
Diablo II: Resurrected
D2R
Yesterday at 10:26
SSF Confirmed, But Not Coming With Lord of Hatred Launch
Solo Self-Found is coming to Diablo 4, just not at expansion launch. The devs explained the delay during a recent community Q&A.
Diablo IV
D4
Yesterday at 09:37
Warbank Temporarily Disabled: February 15th
The Warbank is getting temporarily disabled, with no announced return time, as Blizzard work to fix an issue with it.
World of Warcraft
WoW
Yesterday at 03:40
Highguard’s Studio Suffered Layoffs. After Playing the Game, It’s Not Hard to See Why
Highguard’s VGA reveal bombed hard. Players roasted the hero shooter announcement, but is the actual game worth your time?
Other Games
Other
Yesterday at 03:17
One Midnight Delve Mount Requires You to Solo the Season 1 Nemesis
Midnight adds three Arcane Golem mounts to Delves. Two are bought with currency, but Nullaeus must be defeated alone on Tier ??.
World of Warcraft
WoW
Feb 15, 2026 at 21:12
WoW Players Rush Back to M+ in Surprising Numbers Before Midnight
M+ activity spikes in TWW S3’s final weeks as players return to test characters before Midnight. EU now leads all regions.
World of Warcraft
WoW
Feb 15, 2026 at 18:39
Genshin Impact Version Luna V Event Schedule Revealed
HoYoverse has shared the full schedule for Genshin Impact Version Luna V. From Varka’s banner to special events, learn when you can participate!
Genshin Impact
Genshin
Feb 15, 2026 at 16:07
This Is How Diablo 4 Players Finish the Lunar Event in Under an Hour
You can finish the Diablo 4 Lunar Awakening event in under an hour. Here is the fastest way to farm shrines and unlock all the rewards.
Diablo IV
D4
Feb 15, 2026 at 15:57
Heartopia x My Little Pony Collaboration Brings Limited-Time Events, Exclusive Rewards, and Rainbow Power Exhibition
Heartopia teams up with My Little Pony for a limited time featuring exclusive outfits, collectible vehicles, and special in-game rewards.
Other Games
Other
Feb 15, 2026 at 15:43
Arknights: Endfield Adjusts Start Times for Various Events
Arknights: Endfield has updated the start times for new challenges and upcoming events. Players can now access content earlier!
Arknights: Endfield
Endfield
Feb 15, 2026 at 15:10
WoW Players Finally Get HD Mageweave Armor and Any Class Can Wear It
All four Mageweave colors are getting full HD redesigns in Midnight — and they’re cosmetic, so every class can transmog them.
World of Warcraft
WoW
Feb 15, 2026 at 12:51
No Auto-Salvage in Diablo 4 Loot Filters: Should Players Be Worried?
Diablo 4’s long-requested Loot Filter arrives with Lord of Hatred, but how will it affect crafting and endgame loot with no auto-salvaging?
Diablo IV
D4
Feb 15, 2026 at 12:36
Players Are Losing 95% of Their Dungeon XP Right Before WoW Midnight
A returning bug is silently cutting dungeon experience by 95%. With Midnight early access days away, here’s what you need to know.
World of Warcraft
WoW
Feb 14, 2026 at 22:45
Players Can Finally Earn Mana Wyrm Mounts in Midnight
Mana Wyrm mounts were locked behind a promotion for years. Three are now earnable in Midnight, and a fourth model has been datamined.
World of Warcraft
WoW
Feb 14, 2026 at 21:30
All Classes Tagged, Healer Damage Buffs, Top Spec Nerfs: Massive Tuning Coming With February 17th Weekly Reset
A massive class tuning pass arrives to WoW next week, as Blizzard buff healer damage, nerf top specs, and more!
World of Warcraft
WoW
Feb 13, 2026 at 23:54
Lunar New Year Rewards Fixes: Diablo 4 Season 11 Hotfixes, February 13th
A fix has arrived for Lunar Awakening caches, as Blizzard makes them claimable once again!
Diablo IV
D4
Feb 13, 2026 at 23:08
Major Consumable Updates to Chrono Odyssey
Major consumable changes are coming to Chrono Odyssey’s next CBT, including rechargeable potions, buffs, special potions, and more.
Chrono Odyssey
Chrono
Feb 13, 2026 at 21:17
WELCOME TO ICY VEINS!
On Icy Veins, you will find news and guides about your favorite video games:
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12 Feb. 2026: Guardian Druid Leveling
- Updated for 12.0.1 level gating.
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12 Feb. 2026: Survival Hunter Builds and Talents
- Updated Hero Talent recommendation across the board.
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12 Feb. 2026: Survival Hunter Gear and Best in Slot
- Added note on 2-Hand vs Dual Wielding.
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12 Feb. 2026: Survival Hunter Mythic+ Guide
- Updated Mythic+ Build Recommendation.
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12 Feb. 2026: Survival Hunter Rotation, Cooldowns, and Abilities
- Updated Pack Leader Single-Target Rotation significantly.