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Budget Reductions and Colored Indicators For Housing on Midnight Beta
Players asked for it, and we have housing improvements in the Midnight Beta: Colored indicators for advanced placement options, and reduced decor budget on several items!
World of Warcraft
WoW
Today at 00:26
All 8 Dungeons Tuned: Mythic+ Dungeon Testing, January 15th
We have a big batch of dungeon changes today, as all 8 get some solid tuning ahead of the week’s testing schedule.
World of Warcraft
WoW
Yesterday at 22:22
WoW Adds a New Mythic+ Affix to Help Players Learn Dungeons: A Route and No Death Penalty!
A brand new affix brings guidance for lower keys, as it offers a basic route via easy Enemy Forces completion and no death timer penalty!
World of Warcraft
WoW
Yesterday at 22:14
New Haranir Cat Mount Just Arrived — And It’s Very Easy to Unlock, But There’s a Catch
The Haranir get their own mount, with an impressive-looking two-tailed tusked cat that’s easy to unlock, but there’s a catch!
World of Warcraft
WoW
Yesterday at 21:54
Discover Heartopia – The Cozy Multiplayer Game Players Are Falling in Love With
Have you heard of the new slow life simulation game Heartopia? Find out what it’s about and how you can build a world of your own now!
Other Games
Other
Yesterday at 21:32
How to Play With Friends in Hytale
Learn how to play with friends in Hytale, share server codes safely, and explore dedicated servers for bigger, more stable worlds.
Other Games
Other
Yesterday at 21:29
Midnights Receives Shiny New Login Screen of the Beta
The Midnight Expansion just received a shiny brand new login screen in the latest Beta build. But is it an upgrade compared to the old one?
World of Warcraft
WoW
Yesterday at 21:24
A Big Class Tuning Pass Just Hit Midnight Beta!
Blizzard just released a new Midnight Beta build with a ton of class tuning. Check out what’s in store for your specialization!
World of Warcraft
WoW
Yesterday at 20:53
Why Diablo 4’s War Plans Could Be the Endgame the Game Needs
War Plans are coming with Diablo 4’s Lord of Hatred expansion, promising customizable endgame with better rewards!
Diablo IV
D4
Yesterday at 20:46
Diablo 4 Finally Fixes Paladin Judgement Bug
Diablo 4 Hotfix is now live and fixes a bug that prevented some Paladin skills from properly applying Judgement.
Diablo IV
D4
Yesterday at 19:22
Heroes of the Storm PTR Patch Notes: January 14
Blizzard released a new PTR patch for Heroes of the Storm and here are the official Patch Notes with all the changes.
Heroes of the Storm
Heroes
Yesterday at 18:59
Delve Players Just Got Slowed Down in Midnight Gearing
Solo and Delve-focused players will feel this change fast. Gilded Crests now take longer, and early progress matters more than ever.
World of Warcraft
WoW
Yesterday at 17:53
Guild Halls Are Finally Coming to WoW and Players Can’t Believe It
Blizzard just broke years of silence on Guild Halls, and the timeline is closer than players dared hope.
World of Warcraft
WoW
Yesterday at 16:43
Diablo Lore Bites: The Prime Evils Never Truly Die
Before the Lord of Hatred comes back in Diablo 4, here is a quick refresher on the Prime Evils and their role in Diablo lore.
Diablo IV
D4
Yesterday at 15:01
Varka Ascension and Talent Materials in Genshin Impact
Check out the Ascension and Talent Materials for Varka ahead of Version 6.4. Learn everything you need to know here!
Gacha
Gacha
Yesterday at 11:50
Diablo 4’s Next Expansion Gets a Prequel Novel This April
Blizzard is releasing a new Diablo novel that explores events between Diablo 3 and Diablo 4 ahead of Lord of Hatred.
Diablo IV
D4
Yesterday at 10:13
Ubisoft Lays off More Staff Despite Ongoing Major Projects
Ubisoft has confirmed layoffs at Massive Entertainment despite multiple major projects remaining in development.
Other Games
Other
Yesterday at 08:35
Scorching and Smoldering: Official New 6 and 12-Month Subscription Mount and Pet Announcement
The next two 6 and 12-month subscription rewards have been revealed, and it’s time to smolder and scorch with this mount and pet!
World of Warcraft
WoW
Yesterday at 00:16
Marvel Rivals Season 6 Balance Changes
Marvel Rivals Season 6 shakes up the meta with Deadpool’s debut, major hero buffs for Hulk and Blade, and key nerfs to Invisible Woman and Gambit.
Other Games
Other
Jan 13, 2026 at 23:33
Deadpool Breaks Into Marvel Rivals as the Game’s First Multi-Role Hero
Deadpool is officially joining Marvel Rivals, and he’s already breaking the rules. After months of leaks and teasing, the Merc with a Mouth has been revealed as the game’s first-ever multi-role hero, capable of filling three different roles while bringing his signature fourth-wall-breaking chaos to the battlefield.
Other Games
Other
Jan 13, 2026 at 23:01
Your TBC Spec Just Got Buffed See the New Pre Patch Tier Lists
Is your spec finally S-tier? Check the updated rankings and BiS gearing guides for the Burning Crusade Classic pre-patch.
WoW Classic
WoW Classic
Jan 13, 2026 at 22:36
Hytale Is Finally Here: Early Access Now Available
After more than seven years of development, Hytale has officially launched into early access. The long-awaited sandbox RPG is now live, bringing modding, multiplayer, and creative freedom to fans worldwide.
Other Games
Other
Jan 13, 2026 at 22:32
Roaming Mounts and Pets, Build Sharing, Bigger Exterior Budgets, More Decor, Grizzly Hills Neighborhood?! Housing Future Revealed in PC Gamer Interview
We have some massive housing news as Blizzard share many future additions to the system in a PC Gamer interview!
World of Warcraft
WoW
Jan 13, 2026 at 22:02
The Twilight’s Blade Is Here: All About the Midnight Pre-Patch Event
The Twilight Ascension Pre-Patch event is starting on the week of January 27th, here’s what you need to know!
World of Warcraft
WoW
Jan 13, 2026 at 21:40
Blood and Night Elf Exteriors Confirmed for Pre-Patch!
Blood and Night Elf exteriors are coming in a week, as Blizzard confirm the new housing additions to the pre-patch.
World of Warcraft
WoW
Jan 13, 2026 at 21:22
You Can Prep Midnight’s Mounted Lumber Achievements Right Now
Midnight’s mounted lumber achievements are already progressable. Start farming now and skip the grind when the expansion launches.
World of Warcraft
WoW
Jan 13, 2026 at 20:15
Your Raid Buff Anxiety Is Finally Getting Fixed in Midnight
That moment when Fortitude gets forgotten mid-pull? Blizzard is quietly fixing it in Midnight, and raiders will feel it instantly.
World of Warcraft
WoW
Jan 13, 2026 at 16:29
The Scorching Valor Mount Is Free, But Only If You Commit to WoW for 6 Months
Blizzard is giving away a fiery new mount, but the real catch isn’t obvious at first. Here’s why this sub reward matters.
World of Warcraft
WoW
Jan 13, 2026 at 14:52
Neighbourhood Endeavours Are Coming Sooner Than Expected
Blizzard may have teased Neighbourhood Endeavours arriving with the Midnight pre-patch. Splash screens hint at the new player housing event.
World of Warcraft
WoW
Jan 13, 2026 at 13:52
New Resident Evil Requiem Gameplay Reveals Are Coming
Capcom is hosting a new Resident Evil Showcase this week, teasing additional gameplay and new details for Resident Evil Requiem.
Other Games
Other
Jan 13, 2026 at 12:44
WELCOME TO ICY VEINS!
On Icy Veins, you will find news and guides about your favorite video games:
- Class guides for World of Warcraft reviewed by top players and theorycrafters, as well as guides for The War Within Season 3, PvP Season 3, Mythic+ Season 3, Dungeons, etc.;
- Guides for FFXIV written by theorycrafters from The Balance Discord server: Dark Knight, Ninja, Summoner, and more.
- Barbarian builds, Druid builds, Necromancer builds, Rogue builds, Sorcerer builds, and various guides for Diablo 4;
- Build guides for Tanks, Bruisers, Melee Assassins, Ranged Assassins, Supports, and Healers as well as Map Guides, Tier Lists, and more for Heroes of the Storm;
- Class guides for WoW Classic, as well as guides for dungeons and professions.
CHANGELOG
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10 Jan. 2026: Columbina
- Columbina guide updated for release.
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10 Jan. 2026: Columbina
- Columbina guide updated for release.
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10 Jan. 2026: Columbina
- Columbina guide updated for release.
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10 Jan. 2026: Priest Class Overview
- Updated for TBC Anniversary.
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10 Jan. 2026: Shiyu Critical Nodes
- Updated for new Shiyu release.