A storm is brewing outside. It looks like it might rain, we need the rain. The cruelty is that is won’t. It will rumble. The wind will kick up dust. The clouds with burst with lightning and – nothing. A few sprinkles just to tease us with what could have been and nothing. It’s spring but the grass looks faded and the tress look wilted. We could use that rain. I’d even say we are desperate for it. Water is being rationed and still, it doesn’t come.
Elder Scrolls Online: PTS Is a Growing Concern
There is a glaring problem with The Elder Scrolls Online and it’s rarely brought up as a concern. This issue isn’t present in just ESO, it is an ongoing concern throughout the entire MMORPG genre. In this week’s column I’m going to hold off discussing The Dark Brotherhood a bit and talk about something that I think we need to try and rectify or provide ideas to Zenimax and other companies. Let’s discuss Test Servers and the incredibly low population of people that utilize them.
Hex: Shards of Fate: Chronicles of Entrath Introduces Extensive Single-Player Campaign
With today’s release of Chronicles of Entrath, Gameforge and HEX Entertainment have published the largest PvE update for HEX: Shards of Fate to date. At the heart of this expansion lies the extensive campaign.
Final Fantasy XIV: Heavensward: Beast Tribe & Side Story Quests Preview
The Final Fantasy XIV site has been updated with a look at some of the quest adventures players will be sent on when the v3.3 update goes live on June 7th. In this preview, the team details both Beast Tribe and side story quests with a bit of lore behind each.
Black Desert Online: The Plan is to Release All Awakenings at Once But Not Soon
Black Desert Online’s CM_Tytyes has gone on record on the community forums to tell players that the plan, at least for now, is to release all “Awakenings” at the same time. Part of the concern has been that releasing them one or a few at a time would create imbalance in PvP. In addition, the NA-EU specific nature of the BDO regional client requires adaptation to suit differences between the Korean version and the NA-EU version.
General: Gaiscioch Magazine Sponsoring Free Ad Contest
To celebrate two years of its own online magazine, Gaiscioch is offering ten free ad locations in Issue 10. The magazine features a readership of ten thousands and is a no-income publication. There are ten ways to enter the raffle for one of the slots including subscribing to Gaiscioch on YouTube or simply by reading the Gaiscioch magazine.
World of Warcraft: Dismantling the Differing Goals Between PvP & PvE in Legion
A new ‘watercooler’ blog article has been posted on the World of Warcraft community site that examines how PvP gear in the upcoming Legion expansion will be changing from the way it has manifested in Warlords of Draenor (and previous expansions). The article begins with a discussion of the history of PvP gear and the underlying philosophy behind the choices devs are making for how gear will become as useful out of PvP as it is PvP experiences.
General: E3 Live to be Free to the Public, Showcase Games & More
For the first time in its history, E3 will be featuring a free event for the public that allows attendees to play games, meet industry insiders, check out VR demos, purchase items, gear and collectibles.
Riders of Icarus: Final Closed Beta Test to Begin June 2nd
The third and last closed beta event for Riders of Icarus has been dated. From June 2nd through June 7th, players can look forward to new game play updates and alterations that have been applied due to tester feedback from previous tests. In addition, those who have taken part in this and previous tests will be awarded Silver Dragon or Gold Dragon capes when open beta launches in July.
General: Sacred-based Title Coming to Mobile Devices
Chimera Entertainment and Deep Silver / Fishlabs have announced that a new mobile title based on the Sacred series is coming to both iOS and Android devices later this summer. Called Sacred Legends, the game is said to be steeped in deep lore and to feature hero development, loot collection and tough battles against monsters.