Animus Interactive and Reverb Triple XP have announced that the MMORTS Avalon Lords: Dawn Rises will launch on PC later on April 28th. The game will be available via Steam’s Early Access program after that time. Animus will be on hand during PAX East and players will be able to try out the game first hand.
Paladins: Champions of the Realm: New Card System Highlights Latest Update
Paladins has undergone a new update that, most notably, brings a completely new card system into the game. There will be no more card leveling in mid-game, something players had requested. Other changes were applied to maps, progression, skins, and balance.
The Repopulation: Fragmented NDA to Lift Soon, March Update Notes Published
The Repopulation’s Fragmented standalone survival game has undergone a number of changes throughout March. Backers of the original MMO who requested access have been invited to check out the alpha version of Fragmented. In addition, the NDA will be lifted soon and all is on track for Early Access prior to the end of April.
Tree of Savior: Guild Battles Added, Trade Restrictions Enumerated
The Tree of Savior team has posted a pair of articles of interest to players. The first is the news that guild battles have been added to the game that allow different servers to engage in PvP fights for victory. These battles take place twice a day and guilds can achieve leaderboard ranks as a result.
Albion Online: Devs Share the Creative Process Behind Creating a Boss
Several members of the Albion Online team have participated in a new journal post that details the creation of an in-game boss, this time Gibson, leader of the Heretics, and his sidekick, Stooge. Each dev speaks to their particular area of expertise including concept, creating the models and abilities and then putting the final touches on the characters into the game.
Warframe: 3rd Anniversary Ushered in with a Give Away & a Big Update
Digital Extremes is ready to usher in the third anniversary celebration for Warframe with a give away and a large new update. As part of the Sands of Inaros update for PS4 and XBOne, players will be gifted free in-game weapons if they log in between April 8th and April 13th. The expansion also brings the new Orokin Moon game play mode, a new Quest and the mummy-themed Inaros Warframe with a decidedly Egyptian flair.
General: Kingdom Hearts Unchained ? Now Available for Mobile Devices
Disney and Square Enix have launched Kingdom Hearts Unchained ? in North America. The download is free for both iOS and Android devices and, according to the provided literature, the title offers a glimpse into the upcoming Kingdom Hearts III game.
Battleborn: Open Beta Client Available for Pre-Loading
2K and Gearbox are letting players know that the Battleborn open beta client is now ready for download. To celebrate the impending start, the team has released a new trailer starring a pair of game heroes seeking to recruit others to save Solus.
Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor: Charity Auction to Raise Funds For Cancer Victim’s Family
Michael Forgey, a producer on Middle-Earth: Shadow of Mordor, passed away earlier this spring after a battle with cancer. Forgey left behind a wife and three children. In support of the stricken man’s family, gaming industry personnel have come together to start a charity auction that sees a number of gaming-related items up for bid.
The Division: The Ban Hammer Looms for PC Users
PC users with a proclivity to hack or cheat while playing the Division will want to take notice of some new measures going into place. Players will gain access to a report command that will flag an account for review. According to community team member Yannick Banchereau, a first offense will result in a 3-day suspension without warning and a second offense will see players permanently banned.