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NTE Preload Now Available and Launch Times Revealed
Neverness to Everness pre-download is now live across all platforms! Here is how to preload and the full global launch times!
Neverness to Everness
NTE
Today at 11:35
All Neverness to Everness Redeem Codes at Launch
Looking for Neverness to Everness codes? Here are all active launch codes, and the rewards you can obtain from them!
Neverness to Everness
NTE
Today at 10:14
Diablo 4 Story Recap: The Only Parts That Matter
Jumping into Lord of Hatred? Here’s the Diablo 4 story recap you actually need before you play.
Diablo IV
D4
Today at 08:07
Yoshi-P Fanfest Q&A: Glamour Plates, Job Design, and Favorite Scion
Will the game be getting more glamour plates? How do the devs choose new jobs? And who is Yoshi-P’s favorite character? Read on to find more.
Final Fantasy XIV
FFXIV
Yesterday at 20:08
Players Are Using This Website to Track Their Void Tier 2 Collection Progress
The Void Tier 2 recolors from Patch 12.0.5 are obtained from a gacha-style vendor system. Use this website to track your collection progress!
World of Warcraft
WoW
Yesterday at 18:27
Players Are Timing 94% of +10s, and the Worst Dungeon Just Got Fixed
Week 4 data shows the season holding strong, and the dungeon everyone hated finally got the nerf that changes how it feels to push.
World of Warcraft
WoW
Yesterday at 17:16
Diablo 4 Free Shirts Drop Has Players Hyped…But There’s a Catch
Diablo 4’s free shirt drop looks great, but the US-only restriction is already frustrating a big part of the playerbase.
Diablo IV
D4
Yesterday at 16:02
Diablo 4’s Lair Boss System Just Got Way Easier to Farm
Blizzard is consolidating keys, expanding the boss roster, and giving every Lair Boss a clear loot identity. Here’s what you need to know.
Diablo IV
D4
Yesterday at 14:49
Get Ready ASAP for Kefka’s Ultimate Raid in Patch 7.51
Brace for pots to the face and ensure you dodge those questionable AoEs. Kefka is making his ultimate return in Patch 7.51 this coming June!
Final Fantasy XIV
FFXIV
Apr 25, 2026 at 21:27
Lord of Hatred Turns Every Unique Drop Into a Real Loot Chase Again
Lord of Hatred shakes up Uniques with fewer fixed affixes and Tempering access, turning every drop into a fresh chase worth rerolling for.
Diablo IV
D4
Apr 25, 2026 at 20:30
Diablo Hands Players the Perfect Excuse to Skip Work on April 28
Calling out of work on April 28? Blizzard’s got you covered with a fillable “out of office” letter for those unavailable on launch day.
Diablo IV
D4
Apr 25, 2026 at 19:33
Find Out How Evercold is Changing FFXIV to a Weekly System
Cast off the shackles of daily roulettes and embrace the new weekly activities. Earn better gear without stepping into savage!
Final Fantasy XIV
FFXIV
Apr 25, 2026 at 18:49
Do You Need a Better PC to Run Black Flag Resynced?
Ubisoft revealed the PC specs for Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced. From 1080p to 4K, here is what you will need to run the remake!
Other Games
Other
Apr 25, 2026 at 17:24
Miyabi’s First Outfit in ZZZ Is the Absolute Best
Zenless Zone Zero reveals Miyabi’s first outfit coming in Version 2.8, and it probably the best one you can obtain!
Zenless Zone Zero
ZZZ
Apr 25, 2026 at 16:45
A Small Launch Detail in Diablo 4 Could Catch Players Off Guard
A small 30-minute gap between Diablo 4: Lord of Hatred and Season of Reckoning could affect how you start your first character.
Diablo IV
D4
Apr 25, 2026 at 15:06
Optimize Neverness to Everness Consoles With This New Tool
Neverness to Everness uses a unique Console system, but we set up a tool that lets you test builds and optimize your setup easily!
Neverness to Everness
NTE
Apr 25, 2026 at 14:46
Diablo 4’s Lord of Hatred Just Broke the Necromancer Wide Open
Raise Skeleton splits in two, minions move to the skill tree, and Sacrifice finally stops being a hard either-or choice.
Diablo IV
D4
Apr 25, 2026 at 13:04
Why Mephisto’s Voice Actor Wants Diablo 4 Players to Feel Some Fear
Steve Blum hopes Diablo 4 players walk into Lord of Hatred with anxious anticipation — and maybe even a little fear. Here’s why.
Diablo IV
D4
Apr 25, 2026 at 11:01
Blizzard Refunding Nebulous Voidcores for Everyone!
Blizzard are refunding Voidcores for everyone who spent them before the bug fix, so don’t miss out on yours!
World of Warcraft
WoW
Apr 25, 2026 at 09:48
Previews From FFXIV Dev Panel: How “Evolved Mode” Will Change the Way You Play
What’s the new Evolved Mode gameplay like? How will your favorite job change in 8.0? Read on to learn more from NA Fan Fest’s early preview.
Final Fantasy XIV
FFXIV
Apr 25, 2026 at 06:40
Did Diablo 4 Just Hide a Secret in the Pit?
A developer confirms a hidden Diablo 4 Pit secret, and players are already trying to uncover what it is.
Diablo IV
D4
Apr 25, 2026 at 04:49
The Lost Horadrim Makes Diablo 4’s Lord of Hatred Hit Different
Lost Horadrim Diablo 4 context deepens Lorath and Adreona’s story ahead of Lord of Hatred—without spoiling the expansion.
Diablo IV
D4
Apr 25, 2026 at 03:31
Many Class Fixes, PvP Class Tuning, Delve Changes: Big Midnight 12.0.5 Hotfixes, April 24th
We have a big batch of hotfixes today, with many class fixes, a few classes getting tuning in PvP, Delve tweaks, and more.
World of Warcraft
WoW
Apr 25, 2026 at 02:40
(Updated)Void Incursions Disabled Soon as Blizzard Works on a Fix
The major Void Assault is being disabled as Blizzard works on a fix for a major bug they recently discovered.
World of Warcraft
WoW
Apr 25, 2026 at 01:03
Don’t Miss These BIG Changes Coming to FFXIV Character Design and Customization
Item level sync isn’t the only new feature releasing in Evercold. Unleash your creativity & customize your WoL right down to their irises!
Final Fantasy XIV
FFXIV
Apr 25, 2026 at 00:23
Here’s Everything You Missed in the FFXIV NA Fan Fest Keynote
The next expansion has been revealed! Read up on what’s to come in 7.5 and beyond from the jam-packed keynote.
Final Fantasy XIV
FFXIV
Apr 24, 2026 at 22:34
How to Obtain All Collectibles From the Daggerspine Point Ritual Site
Daggerspine Point is the Ritual Site available this week, and it is hiding plenty of collectibles. Collect them before next week’s rotation!
World of Warcraft
WoW
Apr 24, 2026 at 22:20
Diablo 4 Gem Overhaul Changes How Every Build Works
The Diablo 4 gem overhaul changes how every gem works, adding powerful multiplicative bonuses and new elemental effects.
Diablo IV
D4
Apr 24, 2026 at 21:44
Diablo 4 Season of Reckoning Rewards Get a Massive Upgrade
Season of Reckoning brings over 100 rewards, expanded progression, and major updates to Diablo 4’s seasonal system.
Diablo IV
D4
Apr 24, 2026 at 21:06
Diablo 4 Tower and Leaderboards Update Brings Big Changes
The Tower returns in Diablo 4 with new Leaderboard updates, rewards, and gameplay changes that reshape endgame competition.
Diablo IV
D4
Apr 24, 2026 at 20:39
Keystone Myth Achievement Now Available – Six New Mounts from 3400 Rating
The Keystone Myth achievement can now be obtained! 3400 Mythic+ rating earns you a saddle with a selection of 6 new and 14 returning mounts.
World of Warcraft
WoW
Apr 24, 2026 at 19:55
Blizzard Rework Unholy Death Knight Festering Scythe Ability to Fix Bug
The big fix for Unholy Death Knights’ Festering Scythe is here as Blizzard had to rework the ability to address the issues.
World of Warcraft
WoW
Apr 24, 2026 at 19:35
Diablo 4 Gets Two New Systems That Change Everything About Gearing
The Horadric Cube and Talisman system are Lord of Hatred’s biggest new additions. Here is what you need to know about both.
Diablo IV
D4
Apr 24, 2026 at 19:07
Blizzard Teases Story Developments With Character Tribute Post
Blizzard releases an emotional character tribute ahead of Diablo 4: Lord of Hatred, hinting at huge story developments in the expansion.
Diablo IV
D4
Apr 24, 2026 at 18:13
Genshin Impact Reveals Snezhnaya Vision, New Systems, and Long-Term Plans
Genshin Impact’s Snezhnaya special program revealed huge details on story, gameplay systems, Cryo mechanics, and long-term plans!
Genshin Impact
Genshin
Apr 24, 2026 at 17:46
FFXIV 8.0 Expansion Evercold Releases January 2027!
FFXIV’s next expansion Evercold is officially releasing in January 2027! Get your quick-fix of 8.0 trailers, concept artworks, and more here.
Final Fantasy XIV
FFXIV
Apr 24, 2026 at 17:44
WoW Weekly Roundup: Patch 12.0.5, Joyous Journeys, and Twitch Drops
This week in WoW: Patch 12.0.5 brings Decor Duels, Ritual Sites, Joyous Journeys buffs, and the Cuddly Pearl Grrgle Drop.
World of Warcraft
WoW
Apr 24, 2026 at 17:23
Lord of Hatred Just Killed Diablo 4’s Worst Little Annoyances
Lord of Hatred quietly kills the small annoyances players have complained about for years, and the cumulative impact is bigger than expected.
Diablo IV
D4
Apr 24, 2026 at 15:32
Zenless Zone Zero Introduces Upgraded Agents and the Story Leading Into 3.0
Zenless Zone Zero 2.8 introduces another Krampus Agent and an upgraded Billy, a new story, events, rewards, and so much more!
Zenless Zone Zero
ZZZ
Apr 24, 2026 at 13:15
Rogue Gets New Options in Diablo 4 Lord of Hatred
Diablo 4’s Rogue gets new skill variants in the Lord of Hatred expansion, including grenade-based builds and reworked Shadow abilities.
Diablo IV
D4
Apr 24, 2026 at 10:49
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On Icy Veins, you will find news and guides about your favorite video games:
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CHANGELOG
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27 Mar. 2027: Thorns Bombardment Crusader Gear, Gems, and Paragon Points
- Added Season 38 advice for Ethereal weapons.
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27 Mar. 2027: Thorns Bombardment Crusader Introduction
- Added Season 38 advice for Ethereal weapons.
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27 Mar. 2027: Thorns Bombardment Crusader Speed Farming
- Added Season 38 advice for Ethereal weapons.
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26 Apr. 2026: All Free Characters Available in Neverness to Everness
- Updated for free Aurelia from the release event.
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26 Apr. 2026: Chaos Esper Element, Characters, and Esper Cycles
- Updated for Aurelia Cycle Enhancement.