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AppWizard

May 7, 2026

Path of Exile 2’s complete endgame redesign is great for everyone, especially newcomers

Grinding Gear Games unveiled the upcoming Path of Exile 2 patch 0.5, titled "Return of the Ancients," which includes nearly 900 words of updates. The patch features a comprehensive redesign of the endgame, introducing new systems like Atlas Ascendancies and league-specific features such as Runes of Aldur. The Runes of Aldur league involves rescuing a blacksmith and activating remnants for rewards, including over 100 new runes and a new stat called Runic Ward. A new currency type, Alloys, allows crafting modifiers on items. The endgame has a revamped structure with fixed league mechanics and unique quest lines, culminating in encounters with the Arbiter of Ash and a mysterious ultimate boss. All four launch mechanics have received upgrades, and quality-of-life improvements include in-game build guides and enhanced market features. Two new Ascendancies, the Spirit Walker Huntress and Martial Artist Monk, will be introduced, along with new unique items like Raven's Flock. The patch is scheduled for release on May 29, 2026, with a showcase at Exilecon in November.

AppWizard

February 22, 2026

Don’t get too used to all of Hytale’s helpful changes: “The way you play today is going to look very different a year from now”

Early access for Hytale is progressing well, with updates focusing on user experience and quality-of-life improvements. Simon Collins-Laflamme, founder of Hypixel, warns that some new features, like infinite water, are temporary solutions to current gameplay frustrations. He emphasizes that while these features provide immediate relief, they may not be permanent as the game evolves. Collins-Laflamme assures players that the gameplay experience will significantly change over the next year, with a focus on addressing pain points and aligning enhancements with the long-term vision for the game. He acknowledges player frustrations with existing mechanics and states that temporary quality-of-life changes will be communicated clearly, with the intention of replacing them with more engaging gameplay elements as the game matures.

AppWizard

October 18, 2025

New Battlefield 6 update takes action on literally everything I’ve moaned about this week

Battlefield 6 is set to implement significant changes to its progression system, addressing player frustrations with slow weapon and attachment unlocks. Key changes include a 10% increase in match completion XP bonuses, a 40% boost in daily challenge bonuses, a reduction in XP required to unlock the first 20 attachment ranks, and revised requirements for certain assignments. The developers are also working to reduce the prevalence of XP farms that inflate player stats and disrupt gameplay. Additionally, changes to the Conquest mode will revert the starting ticket count to 1,000 and reinstate 45-minute timed rounds. The game is currently stable, with no major server issues or bugs.

AppWizard

October 12, 2025

EA is giving some Battlefield 6 players free battle passes and boosters to patch up launch-day snafu

EA and Battlefield Studios are addressing player frustrations from the launch of Battlefield 6, which faced significant outages and confusion for Steam users regarding game availability. Despite these challenges, the game has received positive reviews and reached the number three position on Steam. Battlefield Studios acknowledged the outage and is offering affected players 12 Hardware Boosters, 12 Career Boosters, and full access to a seasonal battle pass. They are also investigating issues with players not receiving in-game rewards and have provided troubleshooting steps for Steam users experiencing a 'Game not released' message. The community is encouraged to share experiences and strategies on the PCGamesN Discord server.

AppWizard

October 7, 2025

Monster Hunter Wilds’ Steam reviews absolutely tank as players lose patience with its technical woes: ‘Every time the game gets updated my performance decreases’

Monster Hunter Wilds introduced a new raid boss from Final Fantasy 14 on September 29, 2025, leading to a significant decline in Steam reviews, with nearly 80% of over 5,000 new reviews being negative. Players have expressed frustrations regarding performance problems since the game's release. Capcom has acknowledged the criticism and promised a "multifaceted plan" to address these issues, with a significant update, Free Title Update 4, expected this winter to improve CPU and GPU performance. The game has sold over 10 million copies since its release in February.