After not so subtly hinting around by the Nostalrius “Private Server” group that Blizzard may be getting ready to announce World of Warcraft classic, or vanilla, servers at this year’s Blizzcon, J. Allen Brack has taken to the official forums to squash that rumor.
– Gameforge Lays Off Staff to Concentrate on PC Titles
Gameforge has announced a significant round of layoffs after disappointing results from its foray into mobile gaming. According to CEO Alexander R�sner, the company will remain focused on PC games such as Orcs Must Die! Unchained and the EU versions of TERA and Aion.
World of Warcraft – Trial of Valor Mini-Raid Preview
The World of Warcraft community site has been updated with a brief preview of the v7.1 mini-raid, Trial of Valor. Trial of Valor will not launch with tomorrow’s release of v7.1 but will launch Normal and Heroic versions on November 8th, with Mythic and LFR versions launching on November 15th. The article gives a bit of background on the lore behind Trial of Valor and some information about the three bosses players will encounter.
World of Warcraft – Trial of Valor Mini-Raid Preview & v7.1 Patch Notes
The World of Warcraft community site has been updated with a brief preview of the v7.1 mini-raid, Trial of Valor. Trial of Valor will not launch with tomorrow’s release of v7.1 but will launch Normal and Heroic versions on November 8th, with Mythic and LFR versions launching on November 15th. The article gives a bit of background on the lore behind Trial of Valor and some information about the three bosses players will encounter.
Devilian – Not a Wolf Pet & Candy Giveaway!
MMORPG.com has been given some sweet gift codes for Devilian that will give you the “Definitely Not a Wolf” pet as well as 50 Halloween candies! Get your key now!
Pokemon Go – Trainers Can Take On Halloween Beginning October 26th
Starting October 26th, Pokemon Go players will be able to score some Halloween goodies thanks to an in-game event that will run through November 1st. Each new Pokemon will net six candies and trading one in will yield two candies while walking about with one’s companion Pokemon will earn four times the usual amount.
– Let the 88th Crucible Games Begin.
It’s with interest, then, that Amazon Gaming Studios should present Crucible, a game that for all intents and purposes is The Hunger Games wrapped in a new skin.
The Black Death – Large Update Brings UI Improvements, Darkness Effects & More
The Black Death has been updated with a large patch that brings a number of updates to the game including darkness effects to give game locations a more ominous feel, a reworked UI, Monk remedies to cure illnesses, class titles, the ability to change servers and numerous bug fixes and optimizations.
– Network Issues to Be Addressed, Halloween Comes to the Ark
The Project Genom Facebook page has been updated with a notice about a recent update to the Early Access game as well as the news that network issues have been identified and are in the process of being resolved with the help of network specialists. In addition, and to celebrate Halloween, holiday-themed goodies will be sprinkled in open spaces throughout the Ark.
Project Genom – Network Issues to Be Addressed, Halloween Comes to the Ark
The Project Genom Facebook page has been updated with a notice about a recent update to the Early Access game as well as the news that network issues have been identified and are in the process of being resolved with the help of network specialists. In addition, and to celebrate Halloween, holiday-themed goodies will be sprinkled in open spaces throughout the Ark.