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This WoW Dragonflight Timewalking Mount Is Your Next 5,000-Badge Flex
Dragonflight Timewalking is available for testing in this week’s Patch 12.0.7 PTR. We’re looking at the vendor location and more rewards!
World of Warcraft
WoW
Today at 16:34
NTE Leak Shows Lacrimosa Gameplay Ahead of Release
New Neverness to Everness leaks show Lacrimosa’s unique combat style, including frying pan melee attacks, and ranged jelly abilities!
Neverness to Everness
NTE
Today at 16:16
Fastest Way to Escape Prison in Neverness to Everness
You can go to prison in Neverness to Everness, but is there an easier way to escape than digging tunnels and climbing down the watchtower?
Neverness to Everness
NTE
Today at 15:11
WoW Players Just Found a Way to Save 240 Myth Crests With Voidcores
Ascendant Voidcores can skip up to 240 Myth Crest costs on weapons and trinkets if you upgrade slots in the right order.
World of Warcraft
WoW
Today at 13:39
The Gift of the Tree Is Back in Diablo 4 But Is It Worth Your Time?
The Gift of the Tree event returns to Diablo 4, bringing bonus Whisper Caches. Is this the best time to farm for your alt character?
Diablo IV
D4
Today at 11:03
Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Gets Real Life Treasure Hunt With Crazy Price
Ubisoft has announced a real-world Assassin’s Creed Black Flag treasure hunt with $500,000 in prizes hidden in the Caribbean and puzzles that could take years to solve.
Other Games
Other
Today at 10:30
Purple Firelands Cat? This Druid Trick Looks Like an Unreleased Blizzard Cosmetic
WoW players discover a Purple Firelands Cat trick for Druids, creating a stunning look resembling an unobtainable Blizzard cosmetic.
World of Warcraft
WoW
Today at 09:58
Player Recreates Arcantina in WoW’s Player Housing — And It Looks Better Than the Original
A creative WoW player recreated the Arcantina inside Player Housing, complete with portals, bar, fireplace, and immersive details.
World of Warcraft
WoW
Today at 09:26
WoW Just Got Yassified: This Addon Gives Quest Text a Fabulous Girlypop Makeover
Turn WoW into a sass-filled adventure with Girlypop, the hilarious addon that rewrites quest text with emojis, drama, and Gen Z energy.
World of Warcraft
WoW
Today at 08:53
The Latest Diablo 4 Patch Has Made One Defensive Aspect a Must-Have
The latest Diablo 4 patch fixed Aspect of Glynn’s Anvil, turning it into a massive defensive boost for classes that can stack Resolve.
Diablo IV
D4
Today at 03:21
Midnight 12.0.7 PTR Development Notes, May 13th
We have this week’s dev notes for the PTR. We’re getting some raid testing and the Dragonflight Timewalking dungeons, as well as an increase to certain PvP item levels.
World of Warcraft
WoW
Yesterday at 23:17
Ascendant Voidshard Droprate Hotfix Now Live – 100% Drops from Highend Content
The previously announced hotfix to Ascendant Voidshards is now live. High-end content such as Raids and +10 Mythic+ now drops them guaranteed!
World of Warcraft
WoW
Yesterday at 21:25
Big Post-Tuning Changes: Most Played and Best-Performing DPS Specs in the Raids, Week 7
We have some huge changes to the DPS logs post-tuning, as specs come up from the bottom to the top and everything is topsy-turvy!
World of Warcraft
WoW
Yesterday at 20:20
Arknights: Endfield Reveals Special Banner With Limited Operators and Free Pulls
Arknights: Endfield is launching the Fest of Brilliance special banner with returning 6-star operators, free pulls, login rewards, and more!
Arknights: Endfield
Endfield
Yesterday at 17:17
Assassin’s Creed Hexe Leak Claims Ezio May Return
New Assassin’s Creed Hexe leaks reveal possible Ezio returning with voice lines, and a darker witch-hunt setting in Germany!
Other Games
Other
Yesterday at 16:49
What Do You Need to Max Out Hotori in Neverness to Everness?
Hotori is finally live in Neverness to Everness, and here are the materials needed to fully max her ascensions and skills.
Neverness to Everness
NTE
Yesterday at 16:14
This Diablo IV-Inspired WoW Housing Build Brings Sanctuary to Azeroth
A WoW Housing player recreated Diablo IV’s Lilith using a Blood Elf statue, drapes, and lighting tricks, and the result is stunning.
World of Warcraft
WoW
Yesterday at 11:37
Upcoming Ascendant Voidshard Drop Rate Changes
Ascendant Voidhshard drop rates are getting a big tuning pass, with fewer dropping from general activities and more coming from harder ones.
World of Warcraft
WoW
Yesterday at 01:19
Tank Tuning, Class Fixes, Prey Improvements: Midnight 12.0.5 Hotfixes, May 12th
The tank tuning pass arrives and brings with it some additional class fixes, Prey improvements, PvP changes, and more.
World of Warcraft
WoW
Yesterday at 01:11
Battlefield 6 Season 3 Adds Ranked Battle Royale, New Maps, and Weapons
Battlefield 6 Season 3 is finally here, bringing the Cairo Bazaar remake, Ranked REDSEC Battle Royale, new weapons, modes, and a fresh Battle Pass.
Other Games
Other
Yesterday at 00:11
Diablo 4 Effect Toggles: Players Renew Calls for this Feature
An age-old discussion is rehashed in search of solutions to make Sanctuary more readable. Is it time for Diablo 4 effect toggles?
Diablo IV
D4
May 12, 2026 at 23:09
Marvel Rivals Season 8 Patch Notes Revealed
Marvel Rivals Season 8 arrives May 15 with balance changes for Spider-Man, Mantis, Loki, Mister Fantastic, and more, alongside a brand-new Devil Dinosaur Team-Up.
Other Games
Other
May 12, 2026 at 22:52
Marvel Rivals Season 8 Reveals Cyclops, Moon Girl, and Devil Dinosaur
Marvel Rivals Season 8 finally gives fans their first look at Cyclops, Moon Girl, and Devil Dinosaur while kicking off the new Alchemax conspiracy storyline on May 15.
Other Games
Other
May 12, 2026 at 21:31
You Only Have a Few Days Left to Obtain the Voidfeather Dragonhawk in TBC Classic
The Voidfeather Dragonhawk promotion in Burning Crusade classic is ending on May 18. Complete the Midnight introduction scenario for the mount!
World of Warcraft
WoW
May 12, 2026 at 21:08
Ascendant Voidcore Crafted Item Bug Fixed
Pre-12.0.5 crafted weapons and trinkets can now be upgraded via the Ascendant Voidcores, as Blizzard fix a bug.
World of Warcraft
WoW
May 12, 2026 at 21:00
Max Out Your Weapons and Trinkets with the Ascendant Voidforge
We’re finally done building the Ascendant Voidforge this week, unlocking the ability to further upgrade our Trinkets and Weapons!
World of Warcraft
WoW
May 12, 2026 at 20:41
Frustration Grows With Diablo 4’s Random Affixes on Unique Items
Diablo 4 players are criticizing the randomized Unique item affixes, saying the new system creates frustrating gear rolls!
Diablo IV
D4
May 12, 2026 at 16:51
Gang of Dragon’s Future Looks Uncertain as Nagoshi Studio Website Goes Offline
Gang of Dragon’s future looks uncertain as Nagoshi Studio’s website goes offline following reports that NetEase pulled funding!
Other Games
Other
May 12, 2026 at 15:56
Discord Nitro Is Evolving With Xbox Game Pass and More Bonuses!
Discord Nitro is expanding with Xbox Game Pass access, gaming hardware discounts, monthly Orb rewards, and more!
Other Games
Other
May 12, 2026 at 15:17
Players Discovered Weekly Respawning Safes in Neverness to Everness
Neverness to Everness players discovered hidden safes that respawn every Monday, offering an easy way to earn extra weekly Fons!
Neverness to Everness
NTE
May 12, 2026 at 14:17
Guardian Nerfs: Additional Class Tuning, May 12th
Guardian Druid gets a pair of nerfs in this week’s tank tuning pass, as Blizzard add more changes to it, so let’s take a look.
World of Warcraft
WoW
May 12, 2026 at 01:12
Heroes of the Storm Balance Patch Notes: May 11
Blizzard released a new patch for Heroes of the Storm and here are the official Patch Notes with all the changes.
Heroes of the Storm
Heroes
May 11, 2026 at 19:27
A Post-Tuning New No.1: The Most Played, Best Performing Specs and Groups in Mythic+ for 12.0.5, Week 3
We have plenty of post-tuning changes in the dungeons, with a new best-performing spec, a lot of new group compositions, and more.
World of Warcraft
WoW
May 11, 2026 at 19:17
WoW Players Finally Won’t Need to Hide Weapons Indoors in 12.0.7 Player Housing
WoW Patch 12.0.7 adds a new housing decor item that automatically sheathes your weapons indoors, just like the Arcantina.
World of Warcraft
WoW
May 11, 2026 at 13:43
Crimson Desert Update Adds Mounts and Quality-Of-Life Improvements
Crimson Desert introduces new mounts, gear extraction, UI improvements, combat updates, and more quality-of-life features!
Other Games
Other
May 11, 2026 at 12:42
Explore the Entire World of Azeroth in 3D With This WoW Tool
Explore Azeroth like never before with wow.export’s new 3D map viewer, featuring full terrain rendering and continent-scale views.
World of Warcraft
WoW
May 11, 2026 at 12:24
Want to Get Paid to Write About Diablo 4? Icy Veins Is Hiring
Paid Diablo 4 writer positions just opened at Icy Veins. If you’re playing the game and can write, here’s your shot.
Diablo IV
D4
May 11, 2026 at 11:39
Forza Horizon 6 Leaks Early After Steam Upload Mistake
Forza Horizon 6 has leaked nearly two weeks before launch after a Steam preload mistake that exposed over 155 GB of game files online.
Other Games
Other
May 11, 2026 at 10:36
NTE Players Report Massive 36,500-Day Bans Over Bug Exploit
Neverness to Everness players are reportedly receiving massive bans for using or sharing an exploit linked to guaranteed Cartridge rewards.
Neverness to Everness
NTE
May 11, 2026 at 10:05
NTE Reveals Hotori Details but Is the Limited S-Rank Worth Pulling?
Neverness to Everness revealed more about Hotori, her limited banner, and her unique time-stop gameplay mechanics!
Neverness to Everness
NTE
May 11, 2026 at 09:02
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 Midnight Expansion, PvP Season 1, Mythic+ Season 1, Dungeons, etc.;
- Guides for FFXIV written by theorycrafters from The Balance Discord server: Dark Knight, Ninja, Summoner, and more.
- Barbarian builds, Druid builds, Necromancer builds, Rogue builds, Sorcerer builds, and various guides for Diablo 4;
- Build guides for Tanks, Bruisers, Melee Assassins, Ranged Assassins, Supports, and Healers as well as Map Guides, Tier Lists, and more for Heroes of the Storm;
- Class guides for WoW Classic, as well as guides for dungeons and professions.
CHANGELOG
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27 Mar. 2027: Thorns Bombardment Crusader Gear, Gems, and Paragon Points
- Added Season 38 advice for Ethereal weapons.
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27 Mar. 2027: Thorns Bombardment Crusader Introduction
- Added Season 38 advice for Ethereal weapons.
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27 Mar. 2027: Thorns Bombardment Crusader Speed Farming
- Added Season 38 advice for Ethereal weapons.
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10 May 2026: Caster Landing
- Updated for patch 7.4/7.5.
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10 May 2026: Caster Omni Gear
- Updated for patch 7.4/7.5.