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This Mount Drops from the Midnight Season 1 Delve Nemesis
Check out the mount dropping from Nullaeus, the Midnight Season 1 delve nemesis!
World of Warcraft
WoW
Yesterday at 20:44
WoW Players Voted the Most Iconic Class for Every Race
Which class is the most iconic for each WoW race? We have a community-voted answer, with some obvious picks and some surprising ones!
World of Warcraft
WoW
Yesterday at 20:22
Midnight Season 1 Just Delayed Guaranteed Tier Gear
Midnight’s raid schedule quietly pushes guaranteed tier and omnitokens back weeks. Here’s why Season 1 gearing will feel slower than usual.
World of Warcraft
WoW
Yesterday at 18:44
Been on Break From FFXIV? Don’t Miss Extra Sub Time with the Free Login Campaign!
Learn what you need to know to be eligible, and how to redeem four free days of playtime in Final Fantasy XIV.
Final Fantasy XIV
FFXIV
Yesterday at 04:29
Switch 2’s Holiday Sales Came in Lower Than Original Console’s
Was the lower number the result of a slower Christmas period, waning Black Friday enthusiasm, or lack of interest in the console?
Other Games
Other
Yesterday at 00:04
Midnight’s Voidstorm Zone Has Secret Working Black Holes
Midnight is not kidding around with its Void theme, as it’s endgame zone has interconnected Black Holes players can fly through!
World of Warcraft
WoW
Jan 10, 2026 at 21:19
WoW Housing Has Reached Peak Crossover With This R2-D2 Build
We may have surpassed the Star Destroyer house with this R2-D2 build! It certainly wins in terms of cuteness and creativity at least.
World of Warcraft
WoW
Jan 10, 2026 at 20:54
How to Unlock Gambit Beneath the Shimmer and Beat the Boss in Where Winds Meet
Update 1.2 brings Where Winds Meet’s Kaifeng story to a close. Learn how to access the final quest and prepare for its punishing boss.
Other Games
Other
Jan 10, 2026 at 19:10
Studio Wildcard Explains Why ARK 2 Is Still Years Away
ARK 2 is not coming anytime soon, and Studio Wildcard says that is intentional. The team explains how they want to build a better sequel.
Other Games
Other
Jan 10, 2026 at 17:12
Diablo 4 Upcoming Update Focuses on the Tower and Bug Fixes
Diablo 4’s upcoming update introduces The Tower in beta, alongside balance changes, fixes, and quality-of-life improvements across the game.
Diablo IV
D4
Jan 10, 2026 at 10:26
Charter Neighbourhoods May Arrive in Midnight Pre-Patch
The Midnight beta hints that Charter Neighbourhoods could be coming with the pre-patch, letting players purchase private housing areas and invite friends. While most neighbourhoods are still empty, this new system promises more control and social interaction for housing enthusiasts.
World of Warcraft
WoW
Jan 10, 2026 at 02:27
Larian Studios Ditches Generative AI for Divinity Concept Art
Larian Studios is walking back its plans to use AI-generated concept art for Divinity after facing strong backlash from fans. In a recent AMA, CEO Swen Vincke confirmed the studio will no longer rely on generative AI for creative assets, reassuring players that human-made art will remain at the heart of the project. While AI will still play a limited role behind the scenes, Larian says creativity — not automation — will define Divinity’s future.
Other Games
Other
Jan 10, 2026 at 00:45
PvP Honor Rankings Extended a Week on Classic Anniversary
Blizzard have extended the Honor rank deadline to the end of this reset, right up until the Burning Crusade pre-patch!
WoW Classic
WoW Classic
Jan 09, 2026 at 23:08
This One Image Explains Midnight Season 1 Gear Progression: Crests, Item Levels, Loot Sources, and More
Here comes the full loot table featuring all the post-squish crest upgrade tracks, drop sources, and many additional changes in Midnight!
World of Warcraft
WoW
Jan 09, 2026 at 22:00
Haven’t Played WoW in Years? Blizzard Just Made It Easy to Return
Blizzard’s new returning player system teaches you the ropes again—just in time for Midnight pre-patch on January 20.
World of Warcraft
WoW
Jan 09, 2026 at 20:56
Blizzard Might Be Cooking a New WoW Classic Era for 2026
A key Classic dev just hinted he’s not focused on Mists or Anniversary. That silence could mean something bigger is coming.
WoW Classic
WoW Classic
Jan 09, 2026 at 20:06
This Week Makes Earning WoW Housing Decor from PvP Much Easier
Comp Stomp makes PvP achievements tied to housing decor faster and less painful this week. A rare chance to unlock decor without the usual grind.
World of Warcraft
WoW
Jan 09, 2026 at 19:22
Endeavors Housing XP Nerfed via Hotfixes on the Midnight Beta
Endeavors were providing too much House XP on the Midnight Beta, so Blizzard pushed a hotfix to address this issue.
World of Warcraft
WoW
Jan 09, 2026 at 19:07
Diablo 4 Adds The Tower Beta To Season 11 Next Week
Blizzard will open the Tower and Leaderboards Beta on January 12, giving Season 11 players a new endgame challenge to test.
Diablo IV
D4
Jan 09, 2026 at 18:27
How to Test Parasite Mutant, the New Retro Survival Horror RPG
Parasite Mutant is a survival horror RPG mixing retro visuals, RPG systems, and tense combat, and you can test it now on Steam.
Other Games
Other
Jan 09, 2026 at 18:20
Avowed Is Officially Coming to PS5 This Year
Obsidian’s fantasy RPG Avowed is finally coming to PlayStation 5. The PS5 version launches in 2026, with all major updates included!
Other Games
Other
Jan 09, 2026 at 17:26
Only 10 Days Left to Lock In This Forever-Lost Legion Achievement
Legion Remix is almost over, and this hidden Feat of Strength is about to vanish forever if you don’t act now.
World of Warcraft
WoW
Jan 09, 2026 at 15:49
Midnight’s New Allied Race Has Racials Players Will Actually Use
The Haranir bring teleporting, AoE combat utility, and profession bonuses that could matter way more than most racials ever did.
World of Warcraft
WoW
Jan 09, 2026 at 15:37
Diablo 4 Low-Value Tributes Still Have Limited Uses
If you are sitting on piles of low-value tributes in Diablo 4, you are not missing anything. Here is what makes sense to do with them for now.
Diablo IV
D4
Jan 09, 2026 at 14:22
Double Honor, Increased Costs, and More in BC Classic Anniversary Pre-Patch
Blizzard have answered some questions about next week’s Anniversary Realms Burning Crusade Classic pre-patch.
WoW Classic
WoW Classic
Jan 09, 2026 at 01:16
New Fable Details Coming at Xbox Developer Direct This January
After years of waiting, Fable fans are finally getting real answers. Playground Games is set to showcase the new Fable at Xbox’s Developer Direct, giving players their best look yet at what’s coming to Albion.
Other Games
Other
Jan 09, 2026 at 00:44
WoW Midnight Turns Rare Farming Into a Mount Goldmine
Eight new mounts drop from everyday rares in Midnight, and the grind might be easier than players expect.
World of Warcraft
WoW
Jan 08, 2026 at 22:27
Buy These Housing Items Now or Pay Way More After Remix: Blizzard Reveals Post-Remix Prices
We have the full prices for Legion Remix housing decor after the event ends, as you’ll need plenty of Argus and Order Hall resources!
World of Warcraft
WoW
Jan 08, 2026 at 21:30
You Already Did the Hard Part: Don’t Miss This Warglaive Unlock!
Own Illidan’s Warglaives? Burning Crusade Timewalking lets you finally unlock the iconic transmog—here’s how to get it.
World of Warcraft
WoW
Jan 08, 2026 at 21:14
What Happens When You Put 40 Rogues in a Blender? Rextroy Finds Out!
Rextroy pits 40 Warriors against 40 Rogues in a brutal WoW showdown. Can stuns beat Bladestorm? Full results, rules, and round breakdowns.
World of Warcraft
WoW
Jan 08, 2026 at 21:11
WELCOME TO ICY VEINS!
On Icy Veins, you will find news and guides about your favorite video games:
- Class guides for World of Warcraft reviewed by top players and theorycrafters, as well as guides for The War Within Season 3, PvP Season 3, Mythic+ Season 3, Dungeons, etc.;
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- Barbarian builds, Druid builds, Necromancer builds, Rogue builds, Sorcerer builds, and various guides for Diablo 4;
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31 Dec. 2025: Endgame Overview
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31 Dec. 2025: Shiyu Defense
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