The new Monolith update replaces the previous map with a revamped, asymmetrical, and more compact version that does a great job to encourage action-packed matches. That’s sort of the theme of the update, really. The game is now living up to its look. Paragon is faster across the board.
– Champions of Fire Invitational – Opening Doors to New eSports Tournaments
When I was asked to take a trip out to Las Vegas to cover the first ever eSports tournament put on by Amazon’s Mobile App store I wasn’t really sure what to expect. The only details I had about the “Champions of Fire” tournament was that it was going to prove that casual mobile game can be just a competitive as League of Legends or CS:GO. So, of course I assumed Champions of Fire was a game.
Heroes of the Storm – Browder Transitions to ‘Other Projects’, Dabiri Takes Over
Now former Heroes of the Storm Game Director Dustin Browder has turned the reins over to Alan Dabiri, a 20-year Blizzard employee. Browder has been with the HotS team since 2013 but has moved on due to an “exciting chance to work on other projects” at Blizzard.
– Dragon Quest VIII is a True Classic
This week we got the chance to talk to the team behind Dragon Quest VIII’s team about what is coming for the game. 3DS fans will be very excited to have their old classic PS2 game fully available to take anywhere they want. Yes, thank you mobile for bringing all the great old school games back into our hearts. For Dragon Quest fans there is a lot of exciting news as the game gets a few more characters and some great options. Finally we get to play this great title on 3DS in North America.
Gigantic – Open Beta Kicks Off for Win10 & XBox One
Motiga and Perfect World Entertainment have announced that Windows 10 PC player and XBox One players can head in to Gigantic starting today to try out the game. In addition, a new Founder’s Pack has been announced that unlocks all sixteen Heroes and four more to be released at a later date, provides special skins and an in-game title. The bundle costs $39.99.
Pantheon: Rise of the Fallen – Live Stream Event Coming on Friday with New Stuff to See
Visionary Realms will be hosting a special Pantheon: Rise of the Fallen live stream event on Friday, December 9th beginning at 11:00 am Pacific / 2:00 pm Eastern. During the stream, viwers will get a look at the Shaman playable class, pets, new race models, zones and much more.
Pantheon: Rise of the Fallen – Live Stream Event Coming on Friday with New Stuff to See
Visionary Realms will be hosting a special Pantheon: Rise of the Fallen live stream event on Friday, December 9th beginning at 11:00 am Pacific / 2:00 pm Eastern. During the stream, viwers will get a look at the Shaman playable class, pets, new race models, zones and much more.
Revelation Online – Closed Beta 2 to Kick Off on December 20th
My.com has announced that the second closed beta for Revelation Online will begin on December 20th and run through January 3, 2017. Players can look forward to a full English translation up to level 49, crafting, dungeons, PvP activities and mentoring.
Sea of Thieves – First Technical Alpha Coming Next Week for Chosen Insiders
Lucky selected Sea of Thieves Insiders will have a chance to get their hands on Rare’s upcoming pirate game starting sometime next week. Players will be able to provide feedback to developers. To show off some of what the lucky dogs will get a chance to see, Rare has sent out a new trailer detailing Alpha Update v0.1.0. Check it out and let us know if you’re one of the lucky ones!
World of Warcraft – Ronda Rousey & Vin Diesel Are WoW Buds – Conan O’Brien
Conan O’Brien talks World of Warcraft with Ronda Rousey and learns that she is game pals with Vin Diesel. According to Rousey, the pair would sneak away from filming Furious 7 to adventure together. Belves unite!