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3 WoW Mounts Drop to 1% When Midnight Launches — One Leaves for Good
Pre-patch made Mythic raids easier than ever. Players are pugging final bosses to grab these mounts before the drop rate tanks.
World of Warcraft
WoW
Today at 14:24
Is Varka the Worst Investment in Genshin Impact Luna V?
After years of hype, Varka finally arrives in Version Luna V, but compared to Flins, Skirk, and Escoffier, he may not be the safest pull for competitive players.
Genshin Impact
Genshin
Today at 14:13
Overwatch Is Giving Players Both Event Passes for Free
After the Talon vs Overwatch issues, Blizzard is granting all eligible players both passes and extra rewards.
Other Games
Other
Today at 13:25
Arknights: Endfield Valley IV Future-Proof Factory Blueprint Codes
Endgame players in Arknights: Endfield have created a future-proof Valley IV factory setup that prepares 80K+ materials for upcoming updates.
Arknights: Endfield
Endfield
Today at 12:50
Do You Need Lord of Hatred to Stay Competitive in Diablo 4?
Lord of Hatred raises Diablo 4’s level cap to 70 and overhauls Skill Trees, but do you actually need the expansion to stay competitive?
Diablo IV
D4
Today at 10:46
Why WoW Players Invent Their Own Endgame
A WoW player spent years fishing, and it explains why many log in for personal goals far beyond gear, raids, and progression.
World of Warcraft
WoW
Today at 10:34
Warbank Re-Enabled After Temporary Removal
The bank is back as Blizzard seem to have fixed whatever the issue was that caused them to disable it in the first place.
World of Warcraft
WoW
Today at 01:06
Zul’Aman: Official Midnight Zone Preview
The second revamped/greatly expanded zone of Midnight gets some official details, as Blizzard dive into Zul’Aman and its secrets.
World of Warcraft
WoW
Today at 00:29
Battlefield 6 Season 2 Is Already Pulling Players Back on Steam
After a rough Season 1, Battlefield 6 shows early signs of recovery as Season 2’s new map, weapons, and the AH-6 Little Bird bring players back on Steam.
Other Games
Other
Today at 00:23
Highguard Shutdown Concerns Grow After Website Goes Dark
Highguard’s rocky post-launch period may be entering its most uncertain phase yet. With the game’s official website currently offline, recent layoffs at Wildlight, and mounting community backlash, players are questioning whether the multiplayer shooter can recover—or if this signals the beginning of the end.
Other Games
Other
Yesterday at 23:15
Raid Frame Spell Prioritization, Massive Class Tuning: Midnight Pre-Patch Hotfixes, February 17th
The big class tuning pass has arrived with today’s hotfixes, in addition to some spells getting prioritized raid frame tracking, and more.
World of Warcraft
WoW
Yesterday at 23:10
Diablo 4 Level Cap Increase Might Change When Builds Come Online
Players think the level 70 cap could reduce early grind and shift when builds finally become functional in Lord of Hatred.
Diablo IV
D4
Yesterday at 22:31
This Forgotten Diablo 2 Easter Egg Suddenly Boosts Loot
A strange Burning Souls behavior secretly improves drops, and D2R players are finally taking advantage of it.
Diablo II: Resurrected
D2R
Yesterday at 21:03
Eversong Woods: Official Midnight Zone Preview
The new Eversong Woods gets a proper look, as it holds quite a few dungeons, a new event, and is entirely revamped!
World of Warcraft
WoW
Yesterday at 20:27
The WoW Midnight Mythic+ Mounts Are Gonna Turn Heads in Season 1
There’s two new keystone achievement mounts coming from Midnight Mythic+ Season 1. Let’s look at these hexed mounts!
World of Warcraft
WoW
Yesterday at 19:25
This Old WoW Mail Reminded Players How Different The Game Was
A rediscovered WoW anniversary letter brought back ammo, reagents, and memories from a very different era of the game.
World of Warcraft
WoW
Yesterday at 18:37
The Ultimate Builds: WoW’s Biggest Creator Housing Show Kicks Off This Week
The premiere content creator housing showdown is days away, as Azeroth Interiors’ 8-team clash is about to start!
World of Warcraft
WoW
Yesterday at 18:02
Arknights: Endfield Soundtrack Is Live but Players Notice Missing Tracks
Arknights: Endfield’s official soundtrack is available on streaming platforms, but some players point out important songs missing!
Arknights: Endfield
Endfield
Yesterday at 18:01
WoW Players Are Getting Free Housing Decor From a Zillow Promo
Blizzard partnered with Zillow for a free doormat decor item. Just log in on the promo site to claim it — no purchase or region lock required.
World of Warcraft
WoW
Yesterday at 17:25
Genshin Impact Finally Reveals Mona’s Master Barbeloth
HoYoverse’s new Genshin Impact animated short teases why Varka left for Nod-Krai and finally reveals Mona’s master, Barbeloth.
Genshin Impact
Genshin
Yesterday at 16:21
Housing Lumber, PvP Flagging, and World Quest Gold: Midnight Pre-Patch Weekly Hotfix Summary, February 9th – 16th
We have a short compilation today, with just one solitary batch of hotfixes arriving over the past week, with PvP, housing, and gold fixes.
World of Warcraft
WoW
Yesterday at 13:28
A Player Recreated WoW’s Original Vanilla Box Using Modern In-Game Models
Old and new combine! A player has recreated the original WoW box cover using today’s in-game models, and it looks great!
World of Warcraft
WoW
Feb 16, 2026 at 22:16
Resident Evil Requiem Timeline Explained: 30 Years After Raccoon City
How does Resident Evil Requiem fit in the series timeline? Explore the events 30 years after Raccoon City, see how Leon, Claire, and new characters connect!
Other Games
Other
Feb 16, 2026 at 18:52
4 Factions, 12 Outfits, 1 Dragonhawk Mount — Midnight’s New Event
Saltheril’s Soiree in Eversong Woods lets your Warband pick a Silvermoon faction each week for exclusive transmog, decor, and recipes.
World of Warcraft
WoW
Feb 16, 2026 at 16:19
Players Are Picking These 3 Professions First in WoW Midnight
Gathering professions dominate early Midnight gold-making. See which ones top the tier list and which to avoid on day one.
World of Warcraft
WoW
Feb 16, 2026 at 16:04
WoW Players Want Blizzard to Reverse a Removed Solo Achievement Before Midnight
The Let Me Solo Her achievement vanished in the pre-patch while its group version stayed. Players say it’s an error worth fixing fast.
World of Warcraft
WoW
Feb 16, 2026 at 15:53
Diablo 4 Could Reintroduce Past Seasonal Content in New Forms
Diablo 4 developers say past seasonal content could return in new forms, with mechanics being reworked into permanent systems.
Diablo IV
D4
Feb 16, 2026 at 15:31
Arknights: Endfield Kicks off Spring Early With Grand Blessings
Arknights: Endfield’s Grand Blessings for the Spring event is live! Here is how it works and the rewards you can get.
Arknights: Endfield
Endfield
Feb 16, 2026 at 13:48
Diablo 2 Terror Zones Are Faster Now, but Many Players Overlooked It
The Reign of the Warlock update for D2R shortened Terror Zone rotations and introduced new mechanics that affect endgame farming routes.
Diablo II: Resurrected
D2R
Feb 16, 2026 at 10:26
SSF Confirmed, But Not Coming With Lord of Hatred Launch
Solo Self-Found is coming to Diablo 4, just not at expansion launch. The devs explained the delay during a recent community Q&A.
Diablo IV
D4
Feb 16, 2026 at 09:37
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12 Feb. 2026: Survival Hunter Builds and Talents
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12 Feb. 2026: Survival Hunter Gear and Best in Slot
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