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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
Today 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
Today 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
Today 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
Yesterday 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
Yesterday 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
Yesterday 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
Yesterday 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
Yesterday 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
Yesterday 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
Yesterday 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
Yesterday 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
Midnight’s Silvermoon Hub City Preview Shows 50+ Points of Interest
Here comes a giant preview of the Midnight hub city, as Silvermoon is split into shared and Horde-only sections!
World of Warcraft
WoW
Feb 13, 2026 at 18:34
SEGA Plans Four Major IP Releases Next Fiscal Year
SEGA shared an updated release roadmap outlining upcoming titles including Persona 4 Revival, new Total War entries, and several classic IP revivals!
Other Games
Other
Feb 13, 2026 at 18:28
Is Arknights: Endfield Really More Generous Than Other Gacha Games?
Arknights: Endfield’s Umbral Monument gives 1200 Oroberyls, but how does that compare to pull income in other gacha games?
Arknights: Endfield
Endfield
Feb 13, 2026 at 17:48
Diablo 2 Players Want More After Warlock Update
After the Reign of the Warlock update, many Diablo 2 players say they want more expansions and Blizzard is considering it.
Diablo II: Resurrected
D2R
Feb 13, 2026 at 17:01
Diablo 4 Devs Explain How Sets Will Avoid Diablo 3’s Biggest Mistake
Diablo 4 developers explained how the new Talisman-based set system is designed to avoid the build-locking power creep seen in Diablo 3.
Diablo IV
D4
Feb 13, 2026 at 16:14
WoW Player Built an Ozzy Osbourne Shrine and It’s Unhinged
A full recording studio, a Black Sabbath festival stage, and some questionable table decorations. Player Housing has no limits.
World of Warcraft
WoW
Feb 13, 2026 at 15:23
Genshin Impact Reveals Major New Content Update for Luna V
Genshin Impact Luna V is almost here with new banners, events, quality-of-life changes and more! Here is what you need to know!
Genshin Impact
Genshin
Feb 13, 2026 at 13:00
Diablo 4 Dev Q&A Reveals Major Skill Tree And Item Changes
Blizzard shared more details about the skill tree overhaul, Talismans, and progression systems during the recent Sanctuary Sitdown.
Diablo IV
D4
Feb 13, 2026 at 11:30
Diablo 2 Resurrected Colossal Ancients Push Builds to Their Limit
Diablo 2: Resurrected’s Colossal Ancients are a new Uber-tier challenge. Learn how the fight works, how difficulty scales, and what Unique Jewels drop!
Diablo II: Resurrected
D2R
Feb 13, 2026 at 11:26
Version 4.1 “Elation Brimming With Blessings” Light Cone Overview and Materials
Take a look at the overview for the New Elation weapon, Elation Brimming With Blessings ahead of the release for 4.1.
Honkai: Star Rail
HSR
Feb 13, 2026 at 11:16
Honkai: Star Rail 4.1 New Planar Ornaments – A Brief Overview
Check out recent information on the new upcoming planar ornament sets for Honkai: Star Rail Version 4.1 and what they do!
Honkai: Star Rail
HSR
Feb 13, 2026 at 10:49
Mists of Pandaria Classic Hotfixes, February 12th
We have a two-issue batch of hotfixes today, with a weapon and toy getting some tweaks!
MoP Classic
MoP
Feb 13, 2026 at 01:34
WoW Players Were Getting PvP Flagged Without Knowing It: Midnight Pre-Patch Hotfixes, February 12th
We have a few fixes today, with gold rewards returning, the lumber hatchet being purchasable again, and a PvP fix.
World of Warcraft
WoW
Feb 13, 2026 at 01:29
Population Density Adjustments Coming to Burning Crusade Classic Zones
Blizzard will be implementing some adjustments to just how many players you’ll be able to see, as they reduce the “congestion” that’s been happening.
WoW Classic
WoW Classic
Feb 13, 2026 at 00:59
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12 Feb. 2026: Survival Hunter Gear and Best in Slot
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