Discord Checkpoint: Your Year in Review

Developed by Eleventh Hour Games, a U.S. indie team, Last Epoch made a big splash on the PC side with a big Steam launch in February 2024. This launch was a big move, ending its long beta time at its zenith with 264,000+ players simultaneously.

Overhauled glass and heat sights improved visuals alongside scope feel modifications and zoom adjustments, enhancing aesthetics. Many persistent Tarkov bugs are resolved, like seeing issues on Customs Reserve maps, moving glitches, sound timing discrepancies, and strange acts involving item storage fragmentation. This current build underwent multiple rounds, but it isn't finalized, so expect strange audio behavior in some locations.

World Labs launches Marble, a generative world model that transforms text, images, video, and 3D layouts into downloadable 3D environments. The platform aims to revolutionize content creation for gaming, VFX, and VR with its AI-native editing tools.

Magic: The Gathering blasts off into the Sothera system with Edge of Eternities, a sci-fi set fusing fantasy with space opera. As the Eldrazi return, new spoilers reveal fresh mechanics and powerful uncommons ahead of the upcoming summer release.

Suda51 is ready to give his next brand-new action game, as weird and clever as fans can expect.

If you want to play drag wheelchair basketball on the Switch 2, maybe you should consider playing Drag x Drive for free. You do need to be a subscriber of the Nintendo Switch Online service to participate. It originally appeared in the big April Switch 2 showcase and attracted many eyes for its fresh idea and use of mouse mode on the Joy-Con 2.

Immediately after the launch of Money Fronts, a big break came to the data miners. New game files indicate that the next big event in Grand Theft Auto Online is Mansions—a top player request. No information has come from Rockstar. Tez2, the leaker, has tweeted different parts of the update thus far. As Tez said, the Winter update's mansions will come like the Casino Penthouse. This means that players are able to host parties in huge homes and install game machines to play while they are inside.

What began as an improvised joke on Critical Role has officially become a reality. Written by Thea Guanzon, the fictional romance novel Tusk Love is now a published book, bringing the story of Oskar and Guinevere to life for both tabletop fans and romantic fantasy readers.

The gaming world mourns Vince Zampella, co-founder of Infinity Ward and Respawn Entertainment. Known for Call of Duty and Apex Legends, his visionary leadership shaped iconic titles. Zampella tragically passed away on December 21st following a car accident.

AI startup Sett, developing AI agents for mobile game design and operation, has emerged from stealth with $27 million in funding. The company aims to revolutionize game marketing through AI-powered solutions.

Edge of Eternities prerelease weekend is here. Early Sealed play reveals a fast-paced format where Lander tokens, Warp, and potent Void abilities demand strategic resource decisions.

Fortnite may soon return to U.S. iPhones after a judge found Apple in "willful violation" of a previous order. This ruling could force Apple to allow external purchase links, potentially impacting other developers and marketplaces.

Arrowhead Game Studios has just dropped a new June 2025 patch in Helldivers 2, introducing several weapon buffs.

Discord is launching "Checkpoint," its own end-of-year recap feature, similar to Spotify Wrapped. It offers users insights into their 2025 activity on the platform, from messages sent to hours spent in voice chat, and provides a limited-time reward.

Roblox is implementing mandatory facial verification and age-based communication restrictions, starting with voluntary age checks and a phased global rollout. These measures aim to enhance child safety, address legal concerns, and create age-appropriate online interactions.

Prepare for an intergalactic adventure with Magic: The Gathering's "Edge of Eternities," launching August 1, 2025. This space opera set, the conclusion of the Metronome storyline, introduces new mechanics, alien civilizations, and a journey beyond the Multiverse.

Riot Games, a leader in online gaming, employs sophisticated anti-cheat measures like Vanguard. Their multi-faceted strategy combines technology, intelligence, and psychological tactics to combat cheating and protect competitive integrity.

Time Flies, a game about a fly's brief life, launches July 31. Your in-game time is based on a chosen country's life expectancy, prompting you to complete a bucket list or simply explore before time runs out.