Studio Wildcard has announced that the XBox One version of ARK: Survival Evolved will feature local split screen cooperative action. It won’t, however, be available for tomorrow’s release but will be patched into the game in early 2016.
World of Warcraft: No More Legion Spoilers Until After the Holidays
Blizzard will hit the lights and power down the World of Warcraft: Legion alpha beginning Monday, December 21st until after the holidays. It seems that even Demon Hunters and busy data-miners need some time off with friends and family. According to the official site, the alpha will return in January.
Heroes of the Storm: Heroes Gather for One Festive Eve – Gift of Winter Veil
Blizzard has put out a fun new video in celebration of the season for Heroes of the Storm. Winter Veil has arrived in the Nexus and Great Father Winter has decreed that fighting must stop for this one big night….complete with festive new looks. Check it out and be merry!
Guild Wars 2: Collector’s Edition Vinyl Soundtrack Available for Pre-Order
ArenaNet and iam8bit have announced that a physical edition of the Guild Wars 2: Heart of Thorns soundtrack is now available for pre-order. Fans also will receive a digital edition of the soundtrack to double the listening pleasure.
General: Worlds Adrift Playtest Stream is Live Right Now!
Bossa Studios has sent word that the development team is on hand right now to show off game play in Worlds Adrift. In addition to seeing how the game plays, the team is utilizing free camera to show off how players are experiencing the game.
Elite: Dangerous: Planetary Exploration Portion of Horizons Launches Today
Frontier Development the first part of the Elite: Dangerous epic expansion, Horizons, is ready for deployment today. Players will be able to land on planets and rove around exploring in Planetary Exploration. During 2016, more components of Horizons will be launched.
War Thunder: British Tanks Rumble in with Royal Amour Update
Gaijin Entertainment has sent word that the Royal Armour update to War Thunder has been successfully deployed and players can now get hold of British tanks and check out maps set during the African Front locations of Tunisia and El Alamein.
Fortnite: New Features Added to Latest Online Test Version
Fortnite players have a bunch of new things to try out with the latest update to the online test client. Those lucky enough to be participating in the alpha can now check out beefed up heroes complete with new and overhauled abilities; try out the new quest system; locate and upgrade outposts in the game world; and experience a new tutorial system.
Destiny: Level Boost Packs Show Up in EU PS Store
Destiny microtransactions are on the way with the revelation that $30+ (30 Euros) level boost packs have shown up in the French Playstation Store. A version is available for all three Guardian classes that will raise a character to level 25.
DOTA 2: Arc Warden the Centerpiece of the Balace of Power Update
The Arc Warden has made his way into DOTA 2 along with the Balance of Power update. The Arc Warden is one of two characters from the original DOTA to make it into the sequel. Arc Wardens attack by manipulating energy that can both buff friendlies and cause damage to enemies.