The latest Perfect World International developer blog has been published ahead of the release of the Wonderland expansion. This time, devs spend a bit of time introducing players to forthcoming changes and additions to the faction system with particular regard to Faction Bases and Trials.
Warframe – Barrier to Entry ? Newbie?s Starter Guide to Warframe
Welcome back Space Ninjaz! Brandedwolf here bringing you another edition of Kinda, Sorta, Maybe A Space Ninja. Last time we gave a brief introduction to what Warframe is and all the various things it has available for players. This time we’ll dive into the barrier to entry that Warframe has for new and returning players. With a game featuring so many different frames, weapons, pets and so many mods, it can be overwhelming.
World of Warcraft – Will Today’s Q&A with Ion Hazzikostas See Preorders for Battle for Azeroth Begin?
It appears that the Collector’s Items for preordering Battle for Azeroth are now visible in World of Warcraft. Two mounts (one each Alliance and Horde) and a pet are visible by looking at the Pets and Mount tabs in the interface. Though preorders haven’t yet been announced, there is a Q&A today at 12:00 pm Pacific / 3:00 pm Eastern with Ion Hazzikostas. Many are hopeful that the event will lead to the commencement of preorders. We’ll have a live blog of the event in about 2 hours.
– Will MMOs Become the Entertainment of the Future?
We are living in an interesting time as MMOs become more mainstream. Many here will say that the traditional MMO is not, but it is there, living within games like Destiny and eventually Anthem. Games are set up specifically to draw in large audiences on Twitch. Add in esports to the mix and you have a full viewing spectrum to enjoy.
Neverwinter – Cradle of the Death God is the Next Epic Trial
The Neverwinter site has been updated with a new developer blog regarding the next epic trial called the Cradle of the Death God. This will feature some of the most challenging content for high level players ever and will be the “beginning of the end” of the content expansion, Tomb of Annihilation.
Grand Theft Auto Online – This Week in GTAO Brings a New Adversary Mode
This week in Grand Theft Auto Online, players can try out a new 3v3 Adversary Mode called Hardest Target. During the match, teams of three have a single objective: Destroy the other team’s target before they destroy yours. However, there is a twist with the objective changing every minute. Score bonus points with Target-on-Target kills to push the score even higher. Players taking part will earn double GTA$ and RP through February 5th.
– Plextor M9Pe M.2 NVMe SSD Review: Cosmic Speeds, Itty-Bitty Size
Gamers and content creators alike rely on the ability of their PCs to quickly access large data sets. M.2 drives have become more and more mainstream, and Plextor means to add another quality drive to their line-up. The question is: does the drive live up to the claims Plextor is making?
Fortnite – Latest Limited Time Event Lets You Show Off Your Long Game
The latest Fortnite Battle Royale limited time event has landed in the game, this time allowing players to show off long range skills. Called Sniper Shootout, the game mode is available from now through February 2nd. During the event, players can only use sniper rifles or revolvers, though all of the normal consumables are available (minus grenades).
Heroes of the Storm – Maiev Lands on the PTR With Lunar Festival Event
Maiev Shadowsong is now available on the Heroes of the Storm PTR. She is the most recently announced hero coming to the Nexus and brings an interesting game to bear. Her abilities are tailored to be viable against high-mobility characters.
Hearthstone – Four Cards to be Nerfed Heavily in Next Month’s Update
The Hearthstone team has sent word that four cards are being handed the nerf bat in a very personal way just in time for the February update.