Diablo Immortal announces the 'Reunite the Shattered Wilds' content update featuring a limited-time event, a new Battlepass, returning events, bug fixes, and server maintenance, with activities running from January 7 to February 11, 2026.
NetEase's highly anticipated superhero shooter, Marvel Rivals, launches today on PC, PlayStation, and Xbox, with release times varying by region. The game, seen as a potential rival to Overwatch, features non-expiring battle passes and has generated significant excitement with its impressive character designs. While the Americas can access the game on December 5, other regions will follow on December 6. The launch's success will depend on server performance and whether the gameplay lives up to the hype.
Epic Games announced changes to Fortnite's subscription service, Fortnite Crew, which will now include content from the Music Pass and Lego Pass at no extra cost, allowing players to earn cosmetics across different games on the platform. However, the standard Battle Royale battle pass price will increase from 950 to 1,000 V-bucks. While this change seems consumer-friendly by offering more items, it also pushes players towards the subscription model, potentially cluttering their lockers with unwanted items and complicating the pricing system for cosmetics.
Ubisoft has confirmed that Assassin's Creed Shadows will not feature a battle pass or paid subscriptions, contrary to recent rumors. The Animus Hub, which will host future Assassin's Creed games, will offer free rewards and content. Ubisoft is moving away from its traditional paid content model, opting instead to release free downloadable content. The game's launch has been delayed to February 14, amid controversies over historical inaccuracies and unauthorized use of artwork. Despite these issues, Ubisoft remains confident in the game's success, which features dual protagonists and a new modern-day storyline.
To unlock the Saug SMG in Black Ops 6 and Warzone, players need to reach the Battle Pass Page 3 High Value Target tier in Season 1. This fully automatic submachine gun is part of the free rewards track, so purchasing the battle pass is optional. Players can expedite the unlocking process by completing daily and weekly challenges or playing objective-based modes like Hard Point and Domination to earn XP quickly. Once unlocked, the Saug SMG is ideal for close-quarters combat, and its performance can be enhanced with attachments like the Tactical Laser.
The Finals Season 1 battlepass in the popular video game features an emote called "Debate Deflater" that takes a humorous jab at the flat earth conspiracy theory. Players have reacted with funny and sarcastic comments, with some wishing for more conspiracy-themed content in the game. The emote can be obtained on the 11th page of the battlepass after reaching Level 86, and players have 93 days left to unlock it.
A longtime Call of Duty fan, frustrated with the repetitive nature of the game and lack of new features, has decided to reduce his spending on the franchise. After purchasing the standard edition, battle pass, and investing in the soon-to-be Vegas Legion CDL team, the fan plans to refrain from further purchases until season two. This sentiment is not uncommon among fans, with concerns raised about the declining quality of each new release.