Visionary Realms has hit a huge milestone today when the doors to Patheon: Rise of the Fallen swing open for pre-alpha testers. Players will be able to explore Thronefast and “literally see the game grow around them as they help us squash bugs, offer feedback and be a part of the development of this grand MMORPG, arguably earlier than public has ever been invited into an MMO — while there’s still grayboxing!”
Minecraft – Danica Davidson – Blending Books & Gaming to Increase Literacy
It’s no secret that kids today are bombarded with distractions, gaming being one of the biggest. Often times that means that more ordinary pursuits like reading slip through the cracks. Luckily, there are people like Danica Davidson, an author whose goal is to promote literacy through Minecraft. We had a chance to talk with Danica and to get a sneak peek at one of her Minecrafters novels.
– GameVice Announces Support for iPhone X & Precision Control for Sphero App-Enabled Droids
If you’re getting yourself hyped for this weekend’s Star Wars: The Last Jedi, you’ll want to check out GameVice’s announcement. The company has revealed full support for its mobile controller and the iPhone X and iPhone 8/8+. In addition, Gamevice is providing full support for Sphero’s “app-enabled droids” including BB-8, BB-9E and R2-D2.
– Titan Quest Coming to All Current-Gen Consoles in 2018
After last month’s surprise Titan Quest expansion, we didn’t think that THQ Nordic could surprise us again. We were wrong. The game will launch on PlayStation 4 and XBox One on March 20, 2018, while the Switch version is still a work in progress and will come out at a later date.
Star Wars: Battlefront II – The Last Jedi DLC Comes Today + Poor Sales Cut Profit Estimates Sharply
Today is a big day for Star Wars: Battlefront II with the arrival of the free DLC, The Last Jedi Season. The new content is perfectly timed to coincide with this week’s cinema release of Star Wars: The Last Jedi. The DLC will continue the story of the protagonist, Iden Versio, though as a much older character remembering events of the past. In addition, Finn and Phasma join up as unlockable characters.
EverQuest – Ring of Scale Expansion Released
EverQuest has expanded for the 24th time with the arrival of Ring of Scale. The storyline started in Empires of Kunark is brought to a close in the new content that also sees a level cap increase to 110, six new zones to check out, nine new raids, tons of missions and quests, and the addition of new spells, combat abilities and alternate advancements.
League of Legends – Snowdown 2017 Arrives with Naughty & Nice Missions and More
League of Legends players can now head into the game to take part in Snowdown 2017, a themed event that brings Naughty & Nice missions to the game as well as new skins, Snowdown capsules, holiday emotes, icons and gifting to the game. Lastly, a new game mode is included called “Snow Battle Arurf”.
Paragon – Winterfest Brings Frosty Fun & A New Hero
Paragon has been updated to bring Winterfest into the game. from now through January 18th, players can take part in a “snowy winter wonderland” and exclusive content which includes Winterfest chests overflowing with goodies. During the last week of the event, a special mystery prize will be awarded.
Ship of Heroes – Taking a 2017 Victory Lap with Santa Hero aka Meltdown
Ship of Heroes has had a big year in 2017. In a new video, the team takes a victory lap for all of its accomplishments throughout the year as well as showing off a budding holiday event and some nifty flying action and costumes.
Overwatch – Seasonal Event | Winter Wonderland 2017
It’s live, folks, with new skins, goodies, fun and frivolity? What is it, you ask? Why, it’s the Overwatch Winter Wonderland event running from today through January 2nd with Snow Brawl, new skins and old favorites.