We’ve heard for a long time that big changes are coming to FFXIV when Stormblood finally launches — and now, just weeks away from early access, we have an idea of what we’re going to see, thanks to this month’s Letter from the Producer.
– GTA Online: Gunrunning First Details & Screens Revealed
GTA Online will be getting what Rockstar Games is calling a “massive” update in July. Called “Gunrunning”, players will find that the Southern San Andreas weapons trafficking industry rising. There will be a new, very lucrative underground network ripe for the taking by VIPs, CEOs and Biker bosses from Blaine County and Los Santos.
World of Warcraft – CM Response to Player Ignites Discussion on Professionalism
World of Warcraft US Community Manager Bret “Ornyx” Forbus and his response to a player has ignited a lengthy discussion on the forums after he responded to a player’s concerns about the artifact power grind in Legion. The most controversial reply he made to the player centers around what some perceive as “Armory shaming”.
– Armed Heroes 2 Features Revealed
EGLS is nearing the time when Armed Heroes 2 will be released. AH2 is a fully-featured mobile MMORPG. To prepare players for release day, the team sent along a list of some of the game’s main features including information about the story, classes, character creation and game play.
Gloria Victis – The Game World Grows, Big Plans for Next Month Revealed
Gloria Victis players have a lot more ground to cover with the application of more than 50% more land to the game. There are new areas with more resources to harvest, animals to hunt and towns to capture. In addition, the team revealed some big plans for next month.
Dragon Nest – Strengthen Your Character Promo Event Revealed
EyeDentity Games has announced a new event for Dragon Nest NA players called “Strengthen Your Character”. The event will allow players to try out the new Black Mara character, a spin-off class for the Sorceress. During the event, players will be able to get hold of a baralika weapon, shard of will, noble light weapon coupon and Varnak’s Crest. Twenty randomly chosen users will also receive the Krasus Pink Costume as well.
Destiny 2 – Hybrid Server Hosting Revealed During In-House Interview
In the This Week at Bungie newsletter, Engineering Lead Matt Segur took time for an in-house interview regarding how Destiny 2 games will be hosted. Segur wants to move away from what he believe is the somewhat restrictive term “dedicated servers” to the broader “hybrid model of client-server and peer-to-peer technology”.
Heroes of the Storm – Second Anniversary Event to Kick Off May 30th
Heroes of the Storm is turning two years old and Blizzard is ready to blow out the candles and celebrate with players. From May 30th to June 12th, those playing a single game will earn a Common Loot Chest. In addition, playing three games will net a portrait, spray and banner to the collections of participants.
Overwatch – In Other Overwatch News, Sombra Meets Widowmaker IRL
A fun new video has cropped up (Thanks, Kotaku!) that shows a pair of the Overwatch voice actresses meeting up in Paris. Carolina Ravassa (Sombra) is traveling the world to meet up and spend “quality time” with each OW voice actor.
Overwatch – Free Weekend Kicks Off Today On All Platforms
In celebration of the Overwatch first anniversary, Blizzard is swinging open the doors to invite everyone in for a weekend of fun. From May 26th to May 29th, players on XBox One, PC and PlayStation 4 can take part in the game with no restrictions. All 24 heroes and 14 maps are available as well as all game modes. In addition, players can level, earn Loot Crates, customize their heroes an more.