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Arknights: Endfield Reveals Special Banner With Limited Operators and Free Pulls
Arknights: Endfield is launching the Fest of Brilliance special banner with returning 6-star operators, free pulls, login rewards, and more!
Arknights: Endfield
Endfield
Today at 17:17
Assassin’s Creed Hexe Leak Claims Ezio May Return
New Assassin’s Creed Hexe leaks reveal possible Ezio returning with voice lines, and a darker witch-hunt setting in Germany!
Other Games
Other
Today at 16:49
What Do You Need to Max Out Hotori in Neverness to Everness?
Hotori is finally live in Neverness to Everness, and here are the materials needed to fully max her ascensions and skills.
Neverness to Everness
NTE
Today at 16:14
This WoW Addon Shows Your BiS Talents, Stats, and Gear In-Game
Class Codex brings WoW stat priorities, talents, rotations, BiS gear, enchants, and trinket guides directly into the game.
World of Warcraft
WoW
Today at 12:26
This Diablo IV-Inspired WoW Housing Build Brings Sanctuary to Azeroth
A WoW Housing player recreated Diablo IV’s Lilith using a Blood Elf statue, drapes, and lighting tricks, and the result is stunning.
World of Warcraft
WoW
Today at 11:37
Upcoming Ascendant Voidshard Drop Rate Changes
Ascendant Voidhshard drop rates are getting a big tuning pass, with fewer dropping from general activities and more coming from harder ones.
World of Warcraft
WoW
Today at 01:19
Tank Tuning, Class Fixes, Prey Improvements: Midnight 12.0.5 Hotfixes, May 12th
The tank tuning pass arrives and brings with it some additional class fixes, Prey improvements, PvP changes, and more.
World of Warcraft
WoW
Today at 01:11
Battlefield 6 Season 3 Adds Ranked Battle Royale, New Maps, and Weapons
Battlefield 6 Season 3 is finally here, bringing the Cairo Bazaar remake, Ranked REDSEC Battle Royale, new weapons, modes, and a fresh Battle Pass.
Other Games
Other
Today at 00:11
Diablo 4 Effect Toggles: Players Renew Calls for this Feature
An age-old discussion is rehashed in search of solutions to make Sanctuary more readable. Is it time for Diablo 4 effect toggles?
Diablo IV
D4
Yesterday at 23:09
Marvel Rivals Season 8 Patch Notes Revealed
Marvel Rivals Season 8 arrives May 15 with balance changes for Spider-Man, Mantis, Loki, Mister Fantastic, and more, alongside a brand-new Devil Dinosaur Team-Up.
Other Games
Other
Yesterday at 22:52
Marvel Rivals Season 8 Reveals Cyclops, Moon Girl, and Devil Dinosaur
Marvel Rivals Season 8 finally gives fans their first look at Cyclops, Moon Girl, and Devil Dinosaur while kicking off the new Alchemax conspiracy storyline on May 15.
Other Games
Other
Yesterday at 21:31
You Only Have a Few Days Left to Obtain the Voidfeather Dragonhawk in TBC Classic
The Voidfeather Dragonhawk promotion in Burning Crusade classic is ending on May 18. Complete the Midnight introduction scenario for the mount!
World of Warcraft
WoW
Yesterday at 21:08
Ascendant Voidcore Crafted Item Bug Fixed
Pre-12.0.5 crafted weapons and trinkets can now be upgraded via the Ascendant Voidcores, as Blizzard fix a bug.
World of Warcraft
WoW
Yesterday at 21:00
Max Out Your Weapons and Trinkets with the Ascendant Voidforge
We’re finally done building the Ascendant Voidforge this week, unlocking the ability to further upgrade our Trinkets and Weapons!
World of Warcraft
WoW
Yesterday at 20:41
Frustration Grows With Diablo 4’s Random Affixes on Unique Items
Diablo 4 players are criticizing the randomized Unique item affixes, saying the new system creates frustrating gear rolls!
Diablo IV
D4
Yesterday at 16:51
Gang of Dragon’s Future Looks Uncertain as Nagoshi Studio Website Goes Offline
Gang of Dragon’s future looks uncertain as Nagoshi Studio’s website goes offline following reports that NetEase pulled funding!
Other Games
Other
Yesterday at 15:56
Discord Nitro Is Evolving With Xbox Game Pass and More Bonuses!
Discord Nitro is expanding with Xbox Game Pass access, gaming hardware discounts, monthly Orb rewards, and more!
Other Games
Other
Yesterday at 15:17
Players Discovered Weekly Respawning Safes in Neverness to Everness
Neverness to Everness players discovered hidden safes that respawn every Monday, offering an easy way to earn extra weekly Fons!
Neverness to Everness
NTE
Yesterday at 14:17
Guardian Nerfs: Additional Class Tuning, May 12th
Guardian Druid gets a pair of nerfs in this week’s tank tuning pass, as Blizzard add more changes to it, so let’s take a look.
World of Warcraft
WoW
Yesterday at 01:12
Heroes of the Storm Balance Patch Notes: May 11
Blizzard released a new patch for Heroes of the Storm and here are the official Patch Notes with all the changes.
Heroes of the Storm
Heroes
May 11, 2026 at 19:27
A Post-Tuning New No.1: The Most Played, Best Performing Specs and Groups in Mythic+ for 12.0.5, Week 3
We have plenty of post-tuning changes in the dungeons, with a new best-performing spec, a lot of new group compositions, and more.
World of Warcraft
WoW
May 11, 2026 at 19:17
WoW Players Finally Won’t Need to Hide Weapons Indoors in 12.0.7 Player Housing
WoW Patch 12.0.7 adds a new housing decor item that automatically sheathes your weapons indoors, just like the Arcantina.
World of Warcraft
WoW
May 11, 2026 at 13:43
Crimson Desert Update Adds Mounts and Quality-Of-Life Improvements
Crimson Desert introduces new mounts, gear extraction, UI improvements, combat updates, and more quality-of-life features!
Other Games
Other
May 11, 2026 at 12:42
Explore the Entire World of Azeroth in 3D With This WoW Tool
Explore Azeroth like never before with wow.export’s new 3D map viewer, featuring full terrain rendering and continent-scale views.
World of Warcraft
WoW
May 11, 2026 at 12:24
Want to Get Paid to Write About Diablo 4? Icy Veins Is Hiring
Paid Diablo 4 writer positions just opened at Icy Veins. If you’re playing the game and can write, here’s your shot.
Diablo IV
D4
May 11, 2026 at 11:39
Forza Horizon 6 Leaks Early After Steam Upload Mistake
Forza Horizon 6 has leaked nearly two weeks before launch after a Steam preload mistake that exposed over 155 GB of game files online.
Other Games
Other
May 11, 2026 at 10:36
NTE Players Report Massive 36,500-Day Bans Over Bug Exploit
Neverness to Everness players are reportedly receiving massive bans for using or sharing an exploit linked to guaranteed Cartridge rewards.
Neverness to Everness
NTE
May 11, 2026 at 10:05
NTE Reveals Hotori Details but Is the Limited S-Rank Worth Pulling?
Neverness to Everness revealed more about Hotori, her limited banner, and her unique time-stop gameplay mechanics!
Neverness to Everness
NTE
May 11, 2026 at 09:02
ANANTA Rumored Beta Test Could Finally Be Revealed Soon!
New rumors suggest NetEase may finally reveal Ananta’s first beta test, alongside surprising details about the game’s gacha system!
Other Games
Other
May 10, 2026 at 18:57
Players Are Turning Against Genshin Impact After Patch Content Reveal
The upcoming Luna VII update in Genshin Impact is facing heavy backlash after players realized the content of the patch.
Genshin Impact
Genshin
May 10, 2026 at 17:57
Players Were Timing 96% of Their +10s in Week 6, But One Dungeon Keeps Falling Behind
With 96% of all 10s timed, week 6 of Mythic+ in Midnight Season 1 was solid. But one dungeon keeps falling behind.
World of Warcraft
WoW
May 10, 2026 at 16:54
Diablo 4’s Annoying Pit Voice Leads to Secret Boss
A Diablo 4 player has discovered a secret Pit boss is unlocked by finding hidden plaques across specific Pit tiers.
Diablo IV
D4
May 10, 2026 at 05:26
Players Are Abandoning These 3 WoW Classes in Midnight Patch 12.0.5
Demon Hunter, Death Knight, and Warlock all dropped in the rankings. Here’s where Midnight mains are going instead.
World of Warcraft
WoW
May 09, 2026 at 17:44
More Heroic World Tier Details in Patch 12.0.7 – How to Unlock and More
Heroic World Tier is coming to Showdown zones in 12.0.7. Learn more about the returning mode, including how to unlock it and what dangers await you!
World of Warcraft
WoW
May 09, 2026 at 16:13
Class, Raid, and Dungeon Fixes: Midnight 12.0.5 Hotfixes, May 8th
The final hotfix batch of the week arrives, and we get a Monk issue resolved, raid and dungeon tweaks, and more.
World of Warcraft
WoW
May 09, 2026 at 02:30
Get Your Switch 2 Before Prices Increase September 1st
Nintendo Switch 2 consoles will be more expensive when FFXIV releases in August. If you live in Japan, see if you need a console upgrade ASAP.
Final Fantasy XIV
FFXIV
May 09, 2026 at 01:22
Lord of Hatred’s First Major Patch Targets War Plans, Talismans, and Horadric Cube
Diablo 4 Patch 3.0.2 fixes major Lord of Hatred bugs, including War Plan issues, Horadric Cube problems, disabled powers, Talismans, and class-specific interactions.
Diablo IV
D4
May 09, 2026 at 00:23
WoW Tank Changes Incoming—Passive Mitigation and Cooldowns Getting Major Buffs
Tank survivability is getting a major update on May 12, with buffs to passive mitigation and cooldown effectiveness across most tank specs.
World of Warcraft
WoW
May 08, 2026 at 17:44
WoW Weekly Is Back: MDI Begins, TBC Classic Sale Live, and Final Chance for Roofus
WoW Weekly returns with MDI kicking off this weekend, Burning Crusade Classic sales live, and the Roofus charity pet ending May 12.
World of Warcraft
WoW
May 08, 2026 at 17:14
Want Your Own Private Tavern in WoW? Patch 12.0.5 Makes It Possible
WoW Patch 12.0.5 lets players rent the Arcantina privately for 5 gold, creating the perfect tavern space for RP and events.
World of Warcraft
WoW
May 08, 2026 at 14:19
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 Midnight Expansion, PvP Season 1, Mythic+ Season 1, 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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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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10 May 2026: Caster Landing
- Updated for patch 7.4/7.5.
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10 May 2026: Caster Omni Gear
- Updated for patch 7.4/7.5.