Blizzard released World of Warcraft: Forever last Wednesday, and the new title has already drawn 78 hours of playtime from its author. The update overhauls graphics with dynamic lighting and weather, revitalizing classic zones like Dun Morogh and Tanaris. Balance has been addressed, giving classes such as druid and paladin more viable options. New dungeons, including Hall of Thanes, integrate early Dark Iron content and streamlined quests, offering a refreshed progression path for returning players.

Blizzard has responded to player complaints that World of Warcraft: Forever lacks gold rewards for high‑level quests. When the game launched, the classic XP‑to‑gold conversion for max‑level quests was removed, encouraging players to delay quest turn‑ins and grind creatures instead. Community lead Randy “Kaivax” Jordan explained that the mechanic created undesirable play patterns, so Blizzard chose to omit it. However, only a quarter of original quests gave gold, leaving many players feeling the economy is stingy. In [...]

Sony Interactive Entertainment has begun rolling out system software update 7.3.2 for the PlayStation Portal handheld, marking the device’s third firmware release in under two months. The patch notes, dated November 10‑11, 2026, cite general performance and stability improvements but do not reference security fixes. The update follows the earlier 7.3.0 version, which introduced toggleable 3D audio and enhanced search. Sony also recently unveiled a region‑locked “Midnight Black” Portal with extra internal storage, promising future functionality. Meanwhile, Rockstar Games [...]

Capcom has quietly renamed the existing Monster Hunter Wilds beta on Steam to “Monster Hunter Wilds: Ascendance Beta test,” according to a SteamDB change log that also shows new key art. Because the beta uses the same Steam app ID as the original Wilds beta, it will appear in users’ libraries under the new title, allowing players to access the client without a separate sign‑up. The move hints at an upcoming closed or open beta for Ascendance, the first expansion for [...]

Nintendo of America has created a new 12‑month contract position for a Digital Archivist, Historical Systems in Redmond, WA. The role will preserve, organize, and make accessible the company’s legacy hardware, software, and documentation, covering its roughly 11,000 released titles. Candidates must possess expertise in archives, metadata, and information architecture and will collaborate with engineering, product, legal, and business teams to establish standards and processes. The position offers $35‑$55 per hour and reflects Nintendo’s commitment to video‑game [...]

Nintendo of America’s Senior Vice President of Product Development and Publishing, Nate Bihldorff, explained at a New York launch event how the localization team prioritizes obscure dialogue lines in The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake. He highlighted the meticulous testing required to capture rare interactions and the special connection players feel when encountering these hidden moments. Bihldorff noted that the team’s mix of veterans and new staff enriches the creative process, ensuring the game resonates [...]

Sony Interactive Entertainment announced that the PlayStation Plus app will be removed from PC on December 10, citing that fewer than 0.4 % of Premium members use it. The decision follows a broader shift away from porting first‑party titles such as The Last of Us, Uncharted, and God of War to PC, a strategy highlighted by former executives. Sony’s move signals a return to a console‑centric focus, with the company prioritizing high‑quality experiences for its core platform. [...]