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Embark Studios is consistently updating ARC Raiders, adjusting weapons and items to create the best possible gameplay experience. These updates, which include bug fixes and balance changes, are essential for online games, especially those with player-versus-player combat. In the recent 1.3.0 patch, the developers focused on a couple of weapons that were proving too powerful. The Venator, which had become a popular choice, now fires slower and is slightly heavier. The Hullcracker was also adjusted, with its explosive damage reduced after being particularly effective against larger enemies. While some players are unhappy with the changes to the Venator and Hullcracker, others are requesting that Embark Studios look at improving a weapon that isn’t performing well.

After Cruella De Vil gives up the Crystal Key in DDV’s Glamour Gulch, the Crystal Cavern: Glamour Gulch quest begins, allowing you to go to the Wishblossom Heart. Talk to Tinker Bell, and she’ll use the key to open a path to a new cavern. Throughout the challenges ahead, players will need to use both the Wishblossom Horse and Maximus.

The ranking system in Pokémon Legends: Z-A has been a point of contention, as some powerful Mega Pokémon were initially only available to players who reached high ranks. However, the requirements to unlock these Pokémon and their rewards have been adjusted to make them more accessible to a wider range of players.

Everyone agrees that Solo Leveling is a massive anime hit, especially in 2025. The second season has received fantastic reviews and represents a significant improvement in quality. It quickly became the top-rated and most-reviewed anime on Crunchyroll, an impressive feat considering it only premiered in 2024. Thanks to its second season, Solo Leveling is clearly one of the most successful and best anime of recent times.

Even though these games have happy endings, things aren’t always perfect for the characters. Despite the generally positive outcomes, there are still unsettling elements, like character deaths or strange occurrences, that add a creepy edge to otherwise heartwarming conclusions.

As we approach the final PlayStation Plus game releases for 2025, there are still a few titles players are hoping to see added to the service before the year ends.

This week saw the release of Assassin’s Creed Mirage’s update 1.1.0, which included the free Valley of Memory downloadable content, along with several gameplay enhancements and bug fixes. Ubisoft recently reported that this new content helped AC Mirage achieve record player numbers.

Steam and other online stores offer a lot of free-to-play games. A recent example is Where Winds Meet, an open-world action RPG from Everstone Studio that received a “Very Positive” rating from almost 30,000 players just a week after it launched. Even games that are free for a limited time are worth checking out – they’re like extended demos. Plus, if you enjoy a free game, you’ll often find discounts available if you decide to buy it.

The results were better than expected, especially considering the recent halt in trading and delay of the financial update, which led many to anticipate a negative report.