Midnight Class Guides
News and Guides for World of Warcraft, Diablo, FFXIV, and more
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
Today at 02:40
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
Today 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
Today 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
Yesterday 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
Yesterday 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
Yesterday 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
Yesterday 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
Yesterday 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
Yesterday 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
Yesterday 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
Yesterday 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
Yesterday 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
Yesterday 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
Yesterday 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
Yesterday 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
Yesterday 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
Yesterday 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
Yesterday at 10:49
Diablo 4 Players No Longer Have to Stare at the Minimap to Navigate
Lord of Hatred adds pathfinding to Diablo 4, drawing your route directly on screen so you stop wrestling the minimap. It’s optional and long overdue.
Diablo IV
D4
Yesterday at 09:52
You Can Play Anno 117: Pax Romana for Free Right Now
Anno 117: Pax Romana is free to play from April 23 to 27. Try the full base game and keep your progress if you decide to buy.
Other Games
Other
Yesterday at 09:07
Diablo 4 Just Revealed El’druin, and This Mythic Looks Huge
Diablo 4 has finally revealed El’druin, and this new Mythic already looks like a huge deal for Lord of Hatred. Between its power and its ties to Tyrael, this is one item players will be watching closely.
Diablo IV
D4
Yesterday at 05:50
Blizzard Apologises for Continued Issues in Patch 12.0.5
Patch 12.0.5 is the first minor patch in Midnight, and players believe it has not released in the best state. Blizzard is acknowledging this.
World of Warcraft
WoW
Yesterday at 03:17
Raid Nerf, Class Fixes, Dungeon Tweaks: Midnight 12.0.5 Hotfixes, April 23rd
Class fixes, raid nerfs, dungeon and Decor Duel changes arrive in today’s batch of hotfixes for patch 12.0.5.
World of Warcraft
WoW
Yesterday at 01:48
WoW Guild System Feels Forgotten—Players Want Big Changes
Players are calling on Blizzard to revisit World of Warcraft’s guild system, demanding long-overdue updates, UI improvements, and the long-requested addition of Guild Halls.
World of Warcraft
WoW
Yesterday at 00:38
Say Hello to Diablo 4 Loot Filter, Goodbye Screen Clutter
Diablo 4 is getting a built-in Loot Filter. This system lets you hide, highlight, or recolor drops so you can focus on what actually matters.
Diablo IV
D4
Apr 23, 2026 at 23:48
Is Marvel Rivals Blood Hunt Better Than Zombies?
Marvel Rivals’ Blood Hunt is here with new bosses, heroes, and deeper progression—but is it better than Zombies? Here’s what changed before July 30.
Other Games
Other
Apr 23, 2026 at 23:09
Players Affected by Voidcore Bonus Roll Bugs to Receive Refunds Soon
Players who have spent Voidcore bonus roll coins prior to yesterday’s hotfix will be refunded in the next few days! Learn what caused the bug.
World of Warcraft
WoW
Apr 23, 2026 at 22:58
Did Diablo 4 Developers Just Tease an Underwater Cow Level?
A bizarre livestream tease has players wondering if Diablo 4 is hiding an underwater version of the iconic cow level.
Diablo IV
D4
Apr 23, 2026 at 22:19
War Plans Are Changing Diablo 4 Endgame Forever
Diablo 4’s War Plans system reshapes the endgame, letting players chain activities, add modifiers, and customize rewards for deeper, more dynamic runs.
Diablo IV
D4
Apr 23, 2026 at 21:54
Diablo 4 Lord of Hatred Global Launch Times Revealed
Blizzard moved the Lord of Hatred launch up by a full day, and pre-downloads start sooner than expected. Here’s when you can actually play.
Diablo IV
D4
Apr 23, 2026 at 21:48
Diablo 4 Pit Overhaul Brings Faster Runs and Better Rewards
Five floors, fewer dead ends, and no more death penalties. The Pit rework changes how endgame runs actually feel in Lord of Hatred.
Diablo IV
D4
Apr 23, 2026 at 21:32
More WoW Subscription Price Increases, Up to 37% in Latin America – Renew Before June 22
More WoW subscription price increases have been announced, this time affecting several Latin American countries.
World of Warcraft
WoW
Apr 23, 2026 at 21:17
Diablo 4 Players Finally Get the Set Bonuses They’ve Begged For
Sets return through a new Talisman socket board that layers Seals and Charms onto your existing gear, no slot sacrifice required.
Diablo IV
D4
Apr 23, 2026 at 21:04
Overwatch Is Getting Five New Diablo 4 Skins for Lord of Hatred
Overwatch x Hatred’s Reckoning runs April 28 to May 18 with five new Legendary Diablo skins, returning favorites, and Twitch Drops.
Other Games
Other
Apr 23, 2026 at 20:53
FFXIV Players Have Days Left to Win a PC Case and Vote on Fan Art
Voting closes Sunday and the HYTE PC case giveaway runs only through May 1. Here’s what Warriors of Light need to enter before time runs out.
Final Fantasy XIV
FFXIV
Apr 23, 2026 at 20:52
Players Can Grab Free Lord of Hatred Cosmetics Just by Watching
Diablo 4 is handing out free Lord of Hatred cosmetics through Twitch Drops, but each reward window closes fast and one has a catch.
Diablo IV
D4
Apr 23, 2026 at 20:36
Diablo 4 Lord of Hatred Rune Rework: Less Clutter, More Purpose
Diablo 4 Lord of Hatred rune changes cut clutter, improve target farming, and integrate runes into the Horadric Cube for smoother endgame progression.
Diablo IV
D4
Apr 23, 2026 at 20:19
Diablo 4’s Hatred’s Downfall Community Challenge Explained
The Hatred’s Downfall Community Challenge turns Diablo 4 progression into a global goal, with a massive Paragon grind and a shared reward.
Diablo IV
D4
Apr 23, 2026 at 19:48
Diablo IV: Lord of Hatred Full Blog Post Now Available!
Blizzard has just released the full blog post for Diablo IV’s next expansion, Lord of Hatred.
Diablo IV
D4
Apr 23, 2026 at 19:22
Diablo 4: Lord of Hatred Official Patch Notes Are Out
Patch 3.0.1 notes are out ahead of Lord of Hatred. Here is everything Blizzard is changing for when the expansion launches.
Diablo IV
D4
Apr 23, 2026 at 19:12
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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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21 Apr. 2026: Blacksmithing Guide
- Added a detailed leveling section.
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21 Apr. 2026: Enchanting Guide
- Added a detailed leveling section.