Just last week, Capcom announced that Resident Evil 4 remake reached over over three million units sold in its first two days of availability. The company has announced an updated figure today, as the Resident Evil 4 remake sales have now topped over four million units sold globally!
This was announced via a press release by Capcom, with the publisher also confirming that the franchise cumulative sales have now reached a staggering 135 million units!
Capcom Co., Ltd. (Capcom) today announced that new multiplatform title Resident Evil 4 has sold over 4 million units worldwide.
The Resident Evil franchise features survival horror games in which players utilize a variety of weapons and other items to escape terrifying situations. Cumulative shipments of the games in the series now exceed 135 million units* since the first title debuted in 1996. Now, more than 27 years later, continuous support from the passionate fan base across the globe makes it Capcom’s flagship game series.
Resident Evil 4 is a remake of the original 2005 title. In addition to reworking the story and modernizing the game feel, the 2023 release provides both fans of the series and newcomers alike with a fresh gameplay experience, featuring highly immersive visuals powered by the cutting-edge graphics technology of Capcom’s proprietary RE ENGINE. In addition to Resident Evil 4 garnering interest and attention from the release of the Chainsaw Demo prior to launch, sales of the title grew steadily following a highly positive reception from customers, driving worldwide sales over 4 million units. Capcom will continue to focus on growing sales of the title, including with the release of The Mercenaries free additional downloadable content on April 7.
Capcom remains firmly committed to satisfying the expectations of all stakeholders by leveraging its industry-leading game development capabilities in order to create highly entertaining gameplay experiences.
Capcom has fired out (Resident Evil 4) RE4 update 1.004 on all platforms, and this is for The Mercenaries game mode free DLC! Players can also expect fixes to be included with more details listed in the RE4 April 7 patch notes.
Update: Capcom has released the official patch notes, and we’ve added it below.
[PlayStaion®5 / PlayStation®4 / XBOX SERIES XIS / Steam]
A new extra game “The Mercenaries” has been added.
Aim for the high score in your battle to defeat as many enemies as possible within the time limit.
[PS5]
An issue causing flickering lights at the bottom of the screen when certain settings are applied has been fixed.
A graphics rendering process which resulted in certain environmental details looking blurry has been fixed.
[XSX|S]
The dead zone (the range in which the controller’s sticks don’t respond to movement) has been reduced, resulting in more responsive controls.
Adjusted graphics rendering processes, resulting in improved game framerates.
[PS5 / PS4 / XSX|S / Steam]
Other miscellaneous bug fixes.
Capcom has not released the official patch notes just yet, but we do have the official trailer alongside the direct download links for each platform and DLC description!
Race against the clock and battle your way to the top of the leaderboards!
First featured in the original Resident Evil 4, The Mercenaries is back! Are you ready to test your mettle in this thrilling, breakneck fight for survival against an increasingly dangerous horde of enemies?
Characters, old and new, can now use Mayhem Mode—unique abilities that add new layers of strategic and tactical depth never seen before in The Mercenaries!
Like the main story, The Mercenaries is reimagined and awaiting those who enjoy fast-paced action combat!
Also something new that launched today alongside the patch is the introduction of microtransactions in the game! Capcom has rolled out ticket bundles for weapon upgrades that can be bought with real-world currency.
Once Capcom releases the official patch notes, we’ll update the article to reflect it, so refresh it from time to time.
Update: Official patch notes from Capcom have been added.
Hinterland has released The Long Dark update 2.13 on all platforms, and this fixes a few critical issues that surfaced from the Far Territory update. Read on for what’s new in The Long Dark April 6 patch notes. Note that the devs are calling this the 2.12 version patch.
The Long Dark Update 2.13 Patch Notes | The Long Dark v2.12 Patch Notes:
Hello Community,
We just released our v2.12 (112469) Hotfix for THE LONG DARK (including Survival Edition) and TALES FROM THE FAR TERRITORY on Xbox and PS4. Please note that WINTERMUTE’s version number has not changed. This hotfix addresses two critical issues following our most recent v2.10 release.
GENERAL
[TALES] Fixed an issue where, if a player selected a save file containing TALES content while the DLC was not installed, the game would crash. An error message is now displayed when selecting the save file, informing the player of the missing content.
[TALES] Fixed an issue in the Tale in Part Two: SIGNAL VOID, where, if already holding an item in their hand, players could get stuck and fail to progress after picking up the Memo and Handheld Shortwave.
That seems to be it. If there’s a new patch released again, we’ll let our readers know.
NBA 2K23 Season 6 is all set to begin later this week on April 7, and Visual Concepts has now revealed the new content and changes coming to the game with the upcoming season. Season 6 will feature new thematic content, a second Core Badge Patterns package, additional rewards, and new fashion collaborations for MyCAREER, as well as the return of Hero Cards and more! Read on for the NBA 2K23 Season 6 rewards, patch notes and more.
NBA 2K23 Season 6 Rewards, Patch Notes, New Content & More:
MyCAREER:
In anticipation of the NBA Playoffs, the courts and surroundings have been stylized with new thematic artwork in both the City (New Gen) and the G.O.A.T. Boat (Current Gen). Season 6 includes new rewards throughout the reward ladder, including a Jetpack with new animations at Level 30 and a Glider at Level 40 for New Gen players. Meanwhile, Current Gen players will be able to unlock a GOAT Mascot instead at Level 40.
NBA 2K23 will include apparel from brands Homage and MAYDE, whose designs can be checked out at SWAG’s. Finally, a second Core Badge Patterns package is also arriving as the Level 39 reward:
2 Finishing, 1 Shooting, 1 Defense
2 Shooting, 1 Finishing, 1 Defense
2 Playmaking, 1 Finishing, 1 Shooting
2 Defense, 1 Shooting, 1 Playmaking
MyTEAM:
Hero Cards are returning to MyTEAM, and a Ruby-rated Shaquille O’Neal Hero Card will be available as the Level 1 reward through simply entering the MyTEAM Season Menu. This card can uniquely be evolved into a Diamond-tier card by completing its Evolution requirements. At Level 40, players will be rewarded with a 99 Dark Matter Hakeem Olajuwon card, available only during the first six weeks of the season. Season 6 will also feature the return of the Holographic, Unicorn, and Fire Basketball Cards, which can be earned by using Hero Cards.
At Season Level 2, players will be rewarded with a Ruby-tier Sue Bird Coach Card, with a more powerful version of her card available as well. Over 25 new WNBA Coach Cards are being added with the new season, including a Pink Diamond-tier Sue Bird. Additionally, her Signature Challenge will have players face off against Stephen Curry, Dwayne Wade, Michael Jordan, LeBron James, and Shaquille O’Neal, with Diamond Shoe Boosts, a Diamond Shoe Colorway, and a Hall of Fame badge as rewards.
The W Online (New Gen-only):
In celebration of Sue Bird’s accomplishments, new rewards are being added to The W Online:
Weekly Goal
Arike Ogunbowale Heroine Edition Jersey
Team Accelerator, Team Resilience, and Team Extender Boosts
Wings Rebel Shorts
Nike Kobe V
Season Rewards:
Chelsea Grey Jersey
Sandy Brondello T-Shirt
Chamique Holdsclaw T-Shirt
Sandy Brondello Coach Card
Clothing Bundles
2K Beats:
Season 6 will also feature new additions to the NBA 2K23 soundtrack:
Premo Rice – Right Wriss, Pt. 2
Trippie Redd & Lil B – SWAG LIKE OHIO, PT. 2
King Louie – Go Get It
ChapD & John G – Iconic (Carhartt)
Angel Mccoughtry – Legend
Jovanie – Stepback
NBA 2K23 Season 6 Patch Notes:
Here are the changes for the current-gen versions (PS5, Xbox Series X|S):
GENERAL
• Preparations for NBA 2K23 Season 6, launching on Friday, April 7th, at 8AM PT/11AM ET/4PM BST. Stay tuned for what we have in store!
• The “RM” stripe to honor former owner Red McCombs has been added to the San Antonio Spurs uniforms
• The “19” stripe to honor Willis Reed has been added to the New York Knicks uniforms
• The number color on the Los Angeles Lakers alternate uniforms has been corrected
• Resolved an issue with the Sacramento Kings crowd causing some fans to have the incorrect team logo on the back of their shirts
• The following players have had general likeness updates or adjustments made:
Precious Achiuwa (dynamic hair update)
Bol Bol (dynamic hair update)
Anthony Davis (dynamic hair update)
Aaron Gordon (dynamic hair update)
• The following historic players have received new or updated sculpts:
Craig Ehlo (dynamic hair update)
GAMEPLAY
• Fixed an issue that was allowing players to double-dribble after a pump fake without a violation called during 1v1 games
MyCAREER/CITY
• Continued improvements to performance and stability have been made to enhance the overall experience in the City
• Addressed an issue that could cause losing teams to get stuck in the Event Center when an event ends
• Fixed a timing issue with the “It’s a Cole World” quest that could prevent it from being completed in rare circumstances
• The requirements to play games on the Dreamer Park court have been clarified to ensure all players know how to access them
• The Commentary Language option can now be adjusted from within MyCAREER mode
• Favorited clothing items will no longer appear at the end of the inventory list
MyTEAM/MyNBA/THE W
• Continued stability fixes and improvements have been made for MyTEAM, MyNBA, MyNBA Online, and The W.
Season 6 will kick off this April 7 at 8AM PT/11AM ET/4PM BST/11PM HKT on all platforms, and a more detailed explanation of the changes in the upcoming season can be found here.
Marvel’s Avengers update 1.000.055 is now out on all platforms, and what Crystal Dynamics calls the (really) final update for the game before it gets delisted on storefronts this September. Called version 2.8.2, this patch was released for fixes after the 2.8 patch which was supposed to be the last one. Read on for what got fixed in the Marvel’s Avengers April 6 final patch notes.
Marvel’s Avengers Update 1.000.055 Patch Notes | Marvel’s Avengers Last Update Patch Notes | Marvel’s Avengers April 6 Patch Notes:
Reassemble Campaign & Avengers Initiative
Update 2.8.2 addresses the issue preventing founders – any player who has earned an Achievement/Trophy prior to April 1 – from receiving Iron Man’s ‘Variable Threat Response Battle Suit.’
Some players aren’t able to receive this Founders’ Gift if they migrated from PS4 to PS5 and didn’t earn any Trophies before April 1. Update 2.8.2 offers this workaround:
Load the PS4 version of Marvel’s Avengers, and equip the Variable Threat Response Battle Suit. Then, migrate your PS4 save to PS5. If you do this, the next time you log in on the PS5 version, the Outfit will be unlocked.
On other platforms, the Founders’ Gift may appearas locked for players who deleted their original save file and are playing on a new save file. Restarting the game will unlock the Founders’ Gift for these players.
We have removed all Hero Card-related objectives to fix the issue where Update 2.8’s removal of Hero Cards prevented the completion of certain mission chains.
Yep, that’s about it. Gamers will still be able to play the game’s single-player offline, so there’s at least that.
Crystal Dynamics has released Marvel’s Avengers update 1.79 this April 6, which is for update version 2.8.2! While the big 2.8 patch was intended to be the game’s final update, bugs arose along the way that needed more patches. This time it’s legit, as the studio has confirmed that this title update is indeed the last one before the game’s decommission on storefronts this September.
Dive in to see what got fixed in the Marvel’s Avengers update 2.8.2 patch notes!
Update 2.8.2 addresses the issue preventing founders – any player who has earned an Achievement/Trophy prior to April 1 – from receiving Iron Man’s ‘Variable Threat Response Battle Suit.’
Some players aren’t able to receive this Founders’ Gift if they migrated from PS4 to PS5 and didn’t earn any Trophies before April 1. Update 2.8.2 offers this workaround:
Load the PS4 version of Marvel’s Avengers, and equip the Variable Threat Response Battle Suit. Then, migrate your PS4 save to PS5. If you do this, the next time you log in on the PS5 version, the Outfit will be unlocked.
On other platforms, the Founders’ Gift may appearas locked for players who deleted their original save file and are playing on a new save file. Restarting the game will unlock the Founders’ Gift for these players.
We have removed all Hero Card-related objectives to fix the issue where Update 2.8’s removal of Hero Cards prevented the completion of certain mission chains.
Yep, that’s about it. Gamers will still be able to play the game’s single-player offline, so there’s at least that.
Capcom has fired out the Resident Evil 4 update 1.04, which is for the previously announced The Mercenaries free DLC! Players can expect the mode to be part of the update for free alongside other fixes. Read on for what’s new in the RE4 new update patch notes.
Resident Evil 4 Update 1.04 Patch Notes:
Update 2: Capcom has released the official patch notes.
Update: Capcom has released the official patch notes, and we’ve added it below.
[PlayStaion®5 / PlayStation®4 / XBOX SERIES XIS / Steam]
A new extra game “The Mercenaries” has been added.
Aim for the high score in your battle to defeat as many enemies as possible within the time limit.
[PS5]
An issue causing flickering lights at the bottom of the screen when certain settings are applied has been fixed.
A graphics rendering process which resulted in certain environmental details looking blurry has been fixed.
[XSX|S]
The dead zone (the range in which the controller’s sticks don’t respond to movement) has been reduced, resulting in more responsive controls.
Adjusted graphics rendering processes, resulting in improved game framerates.
[PS5 / PS4 / XSX|S / Steam]
Other miscellaneous bug fixes.
Update: While Capcom still hasn’t released the official patch notes, the PSN, Xbox and Steam links are live, and the trailer has been released too.
Race against the clock and battle your way to the top of the leaderboards!
First featured in the original Resident Evil 4, The Mercenaries is back! Are you ready to test your mettle in this thrilling, breakneck fight for survival against an increasingly dangerous horde of enemies?
Characters, old and new, can now use Mayhem Mode—unique abilities that add new layers of strategic and tactical depth never seen before in The Mercenaries!
Like the main story, The Mercenaries is reimagined and awaiting those who enjoy fast-paced action combat!
Capcom has not released the official changelog just yet, but we can confirm (alongside the community) that this update brings The Mercenaries game mode. This update should also bring fixes to the PS5 flickering lights issue, and the Chapter 12 progression bug glitch — both of which were addressed by Capcom as being part of the fixes in the upcoming title update.
Also something new that launched today alongside the patch is the introduction of microtransactions in the game! Capcom has rolled out ticket bundles for weapon upgrades that can be bought with real-world currency.
Once Capcom releases the official patch notes, we’ll update the article to reflect it.
Update: Official patch notes from Capcom have been added.
While Capcom is pushing out The Mercenaries mode for free, it seems that the latest title update has also brought with it, our first dose of Resident Evil 4 microtransactions are here!
The listings has surfaced on the PlayStation Store and Xbox Store for New Zealand, and it offers the Resident Evil 4 Weapon Exclusive Upgrade Ticket for sale for real world money. Players can buy a single ticket or discounted as a bundle.
There are multiple listings for it, with the description available below from the store:
Description
To gun enthusiasts, knife collectors, and lovers of weapons of any and all kinds: here’s your ticket to the gun show! Specifically a ticket to be redeemed at the Merchant’s shop. With this, you’ll have access to a weapon’s exclusive upgrade at any time, regardless of the weapon’s level. Not only that, but once unlocked, the upgrade itself is free of charge! Note:
This item will be added to the Treasures menu and will be available across all of your saved data.
On the PlayStation Store, there’s a lot more ticket bundles for sale for some reason (image via mateusz11120):
For those unaware, the Weapon Exclusive Upgrade tickets lets players access a weapon’s exclusive trait even if it’s not fully maxed out yet. These perks offer more damage, faster firing rate, more ammo capacity and so on. Players can purchase the tickets in-game for 30 Spinels though it’s impossible to max out all weapons in just one run.
As far as microtransactions go, this isn’t the slimiest one out there. I mean, it’s a slog, but players can collect Spinels just by doing the in-game missions from the shopkeeper. However, if you’re not up to that, you can just opt to spend real-world money in order to unlock your preferred weapon’s perk.
Expansive Worlds is giving out a free theHunter: Call of the Wild Easter Cosmetic Pack with 14 exclusive cosmetic items. The pack can be claimed from April 6 through April 25, and will not be made available or put up for sale afterwards.
theHunter: Call of the Wild is a realistic, atmospheric hunting game that lets players hunt wildlife in solo or co-op gameplay in a variety of open world environments. The Easter Cosmetic Pack will reward players with 14 exclusive cosmetic items in-game, and can be acquired as follows:
Have or upgrade to a full Apex Connect account (you can do this in-game or via the Apex Connect portal in your browser)
Have Hunt Club enabled
Be connected to the internet
Once these steps are performed, a completed event will show up in the Hunt Club menu. The pack is only available till April 25, so players intending to pick it up should act fast and collect the cosmetics as soon as possible. Fans can also check out the details of the new update and the corresponding changes to the game here.
Developer Awaceb has pushed out Tchia update 1.09 (PS5 version 1.009), which fixes a few bugs that affect UI and photos. Read on for the official announcement regarding the Tchia April 6 patch notes below.
✅ Fixed issues with gallery UI & photos disappearing 🎞️ ✅ Stability improvements on all platforms 🗿
Have you been having fun with Tchia's film camera mechanic? 📸 Now is a great time to give it a (snap)shot! Also, here's a cheat sheet 👀 pic.twitter.com/NTGuNGSvQB
— Tchia (Awaceb) – NINTENDO SWITCH 27th JUNE🌴🦜🌸 (@awaceb) April 6, 2023
🦀 New Tchia update is out! 🏝️
✅ Fixed issues with gallery UI & photos disappearing 🎞️
✅ Stability improvements on all platforms 🗿
Have you been having fun with Tchia’s film camera mechanic? 📸 Now is a great time to give it a (snap)shot! Also, here’s a cheat sheet 👀
If you still haven’t picked the game up, go read our review here where we gave it an impressive 9/10 score, and said, “Tchia comes out absolutely recommended for anyone who is looking for a fascinating adventure with a couple of original twists, with the bonus of some truly striking tropical vistas. This is a game brimming with soul – actually, make that souls.”
Ahead of the game’s release on April 18, Mojang Studios and Xbox Game Studios have officially revealed the Minecraft Legends PC system requirements. While not as light as on hardware resources as the original Minecraft, Minecraft Legends can still be run comfortably on most rigs with the recommended specifications only asking for an Nvidia GTX 1060 GPU and 8 GB of RAM.
OS: 64-bit Windows 11 or Windows 10 (May 2020 Update or higher) (Windows 10S not supported)
Processor: Core i5 2.8GHz or equivalent
RAM: 8 GB
GPU: Nvidia GeForce GTX 780 or AMD Radeon 285 or Intel HD 520 or equivalent DX12 GPU
DirectX: DirectX 12
Storage: 24 GB of available space
Recommended:
OS: 64-bit Windows 11 or Windows 10 (May 2020 Update or higher) (Windows 10S not supported)
Processor: Core i5 3.4GHz or equivalent
RAM: 8 GB
GPU: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060 or AMD FX-4100
DirectX: DirectX 12
Storage: 24 GB of available space
The developer also states that “performance increases with higher-end systems,” so it is likely that Minecraft Legends can be enjoyed at higher, smoother framerates with more beefy rigs, but will still be enjoyable with the recommended hardware.
Minecraft Legends launches on PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, PC, and Game Pass on April 18.
Modern Warfare 2 and Warzone 2 Season 3 begins next week on April 11, and Infinity Ward has now revealed the entire content roadmap for the upcoming season. Season 3 features the return of Gunfight and Plunder, Alejandro and Valeria as Operators, Ranked Play in Warzone, a DMZ overhaul including a Barter System, a new Gulag in Al Mazrah, a new Special Ops mission and Raid episode, and much more. Read on for the Modern Warfare & Warzone 2 Season 3 roadmap and new content details.
Modern Warfare 2 and Warzone 2 Season 3 Roadmap and New Content: Gunfight, Plunder, New Ranked Rewards, Raid Episode & More:
Modern Warfare 2 Overview
Get Your Duo. Gunfight is back with four maps, including the new Warzone 2.0 Gulag Blacksite and fan favorite Shipment. Prepare to prove you are a part of a dominant Duo.
Three 6v6 Maps, Two Battle Map Locales. Ship out to Spain for the new map Pelayo’s Lighthouse, go dark with the nighttime map Black Gold, and stay tuned for another Core Map to round out a trio of new Multiplayer locales later this season. Also: two new Battle Maps for Ground War and Invasion.
New Special Ops. Later this season, outlast waves of enemy reinforcements in the Defender: Hafid Port Special Ops mission; then prepare for a new Raid Episode.
Gunfight Returns for MW2, New Maps
Small team, multi-round cage matches. First duo to reach the round win limit is victorious.
A contemporary classic from Call of Duty®: Modern Warfare® (2019) and the precursor to Call of Duty®: Warzone™ Gulag confrontations, Gunfight is the four-player, duo-against-duo game mode where random Loadouts and small cage-match-style maps dictate tactical and fast-paced combat.
For those unfamiliar with this mode: Each round, two duos spawn on either side of a map with the same random Loadout. A duo wins a round when they reduce the opposing duo’s health to zero or, if this is not done before the round timer expires, the first duo who captures an Overtime flag at the center of the map wins. Ties can occur if duos have the same health and the Overtime flag is not captured at the end of a round’s overtime period, at which point both duos will be awarded a “round win” for scoring purposes. The first duo to win six rounds wins the match.
Here’s where you’ll find a squadmate and drop in to face off against a rival duo:
Introducing the Map Rotation
Alley: Somewhere in the Al Mazrah region, a small marketplace is cleared out as strike teams prepare to go in, weapons hot.
Blacksite: A training ground for Operators wanting to return to the warzone. Its location is classified. Learn more about this new map, which also serves as the new Warzone 2.0 Gulag for Al Mazrah, elsewhere in this announcement blog.
Shipment: The OG since 2007; get your sea legs as soon as the timer hits zero, lest you get thrown overboard.
Exhibit: In addition, another Gunfight locale among the core four locations at launch.
Gunfight OSP to Be Available in Regular Playlist Updates (In-Season)
In addition to the standard Gunfight mode, the Gunfight OSP mode variant (coming in-season) will be made available during the season as part of regular Playlist updates.
OSP stands for On-Site Procurement, which defines this variant of the traditional mode. Players will have to grab weapons and equipment spread out across the map instead of receiving a random Loadout every round. This makes quick movement and coordination even more crucial to success when playing this mode variant.
Three New Core Maps, Two Battle Maps (Launch and In-Season)
New locales, familiar Battle Maps, and the first nighttime infiltration in Modern Warfare II lead a strong mix of additions to the game’s Multiplayer map pool:
Pelayo’s Lighthouse (Core Map, Launch)
As rain pounds the cliffs of this small, craggy island, a lighthouse offers guidance to passing ships in the night. Even so, nearby shipwrecks tell of the immense danger that comes with navigating the rocky seas.
Black Gold (Core Map, Launch)
Based on the Rohan Oil section of Al Mazrah, this Core Map will be the first iteration of night operations in Modern Warfare II. Operators will have to use their night vision goggles, equip thermal optics, or use the available light sources to their advantage to secure victory in this critical strategic location.
Rohan Oil (Battle Map, Launch)
An expansion of the Core Map, Rohan Oil widens the combat arena across this Warzone 2.0 point of interest and shifts into daytime, allowing for plenty of air and land vehicles to barrel past refinery silos toward objectives.
Sattiq Cave Complex (Battle Map, Launch)
South of Rohan Oil, the Sattiq Cave Complex provides an interesting mix of verticality, small building skirmishes, and interior combat via its intricate cave network. Note the downed plane and the area surrounding it; this may be familiar to veterans of the franchise. . . .
Alboran Hatchery (Core Map, In Season)
Also, stay tuned for information on another brand-new Core Map, to be released at midseason.
Modes: Cranked, Face Off, and GW Infected Are Coming to MWII
Along with fan-favorite Playlists and rotations that feature Season 03’s new maps, you can expect some returning modes to be in the weekly Playlist rotation updates:
Cranked (Launch)
First seen in Call of Duty®: Ghosts and most recently as part of Modern Warfare® (2019) and Call of Duty®: Black Ops Cold War, Cranked takes Team Deathmatch and amps up the intensity by putting a countdown on any Operator who earns an elimination. If they cannot earn another elimination before the timer hits zero, they meet an untimely explosive death.
Because you will feel the pressure of going on elimination streaks, your Operator is likely to gain the effects of the Fast Hands and the Double Time Perks while Cranked. Furthermore, Cranked eliminations count for more — in a standard game to 150 points, the first elimination in each life will award 1 point, and eliminations earned while Cranked will award 2 points each.
Face Off (In-Season)
There will also be the return of Face Off, a classic small team mode originally from Call of Duty®: Modern Warfare® 3 and more recently brought back in Modern Warfare® (2019) as a 3v3 mode, which will arrive sometime during the mid-season update.
GW Infected (In Season)
Everything you loved about Infected, now on a larger Battle Map.
Fight with your fellow survivors — if you are not chosen as the initial Infected — to last as long as possible in what should be all-out chaos. It may be easier in this mode to earn a fabled Killstreak, although survivors may need plenty of skill and potentially a bit of luck to unleash the ultimate explosive ending. . . .
New Multiplayer Ranked Play Rewards
Ranked Play grinders and Call of Duty League™ hopefuls will have all-new rewards to earn at the start of Season 03. Here is a breakdown of the new Season 03 Ranked Play match win rewards:
Win 5 Ranked Matches: Season 03 Competitor Sticker
Win 10 Ranked Matches: Pro Issue TAQ-56 Weapon Blueprint
Win 25 Ranked Matches: “Top Dog” Weapon Charm
Win 50 Ranked Matches: “Tippable” Weapon Vinyl
Win 75 Ranked Matches: Ranked Play Season 03 Loading Screen
Win 100 Ranked Matches: Season 03 Ranked Play Veteran Camo
Players also have the chance to earn higher Skill Division Operator Skins and cosmetics for having a season-high placement within the Gold Division or above, with special rewards for the Top 250 and No. 1 player in the world at the end of the season. That means if you did not get a chance to earn the Crimson Ranked Play Operator Skin set, now is your chance to get those hoodies!
And remember: Ranked Play rewards are earned based on whatever your best rank was, so don’t worry if you got hard carried to Crimson only to fall back to your rightful place in Gold. . . .
Also, expect all Season 02 Ranked Play rewards to be available at the start of Season 03.
Coming Mid-Season: New Core Map, Special Ops Mission, Raid Episode 03
As previously mentioned, a new Core Map will be available as part of Season 03’s mid-season update, but that is not the only offering this update will bring.
Special Ops will see a major content update at mid-season in the form of a new mission and a new Raid episode. This new mission will see Operators take on the Las Almas Cartel somewhere in Al Mazrah in an all-out fight for survival and is sure to help you boost that Special Ops Stars count.
Along with that new mission, the mid-season update will include the next exciting episode of Raid, where Operators continue Task Force 141’s story after the events of the Modern Warfare II Campaign, and will be released with the Season 03 mid-season update.
Play the first two Raid episodes now to get caught up with the story so far before the mid-season update!
WARZONE 2.0 OVERVIEW
Massive Resurgence Eminent. At launch, up to 150 players can drop in for Resurgence across Al Mazrah. Expect chaos (and plenty of XP)!
Prepare to Plunder Once More. The team-based, respawn-enabled mad dash for cash is back during Season 03. Time to level up those Loadouts and get rich — or die trying.
A Host of Additional New Features In-Season. Redeploy Drones reach Al Mazrah; protect yourself with Tempered Plate Carriers; get Perk Packages (in-season); UAV Towers appear in Battle Royale; and more.
DMZ Reaches a New Level. Bring and buy items with the new Barter System; take on a new contract and additional missions from the new REDACTED faction; and tinker on your Contraband workbench before facing off against two new bosses and dropping into a [[REDACTED]].
Ranked Play Arrives at Mid-Season. The much-anticipated experience will be the proving ground for all Warzone competitors. Still itching for some competition? Try out for the World Series of Warzone™in mid-April!
Resurgence Comes to Al Mazrah
The Resurgence of Resurgence
Fans of the fast-paced Resurgence mode will have a new version of Resurgence to look forward to, in addition to Ashika Island remaining as a game mode option.
This new version, called Massive Resurgence, is a Resurgence mode on the larger Al Mazrah map. The player count will be increased to fit Al Mazrah, so prepare to take on dozens of duos or other squad sizes, depending on the weekly Playlist offering.
Plunder Arrives In-Season
Warzone 2.0 is adding the mode that launched with the original Call of Duty®: Warzone™ just over three years ago: Plunder, set to launch during Season 03.
For those who have yet to experience this fun and frenetic mode, Plunder is a respawn-enabled, squad-against-squad mode where the team with the most Cash wins. Cash can be earned by eliminating players and picking up their valuables, scavenging for Supply Boxes and loose Cash, or completing Contracts and in-game events. Operators can use their Loadouts right from the first drop and will redeploy with a reduced portion of their current Cash if eliminated.
As you gear up for Ranked Play and continue to prove your Battle Royale prowess, focusing on Plunder is an excellent way to practice with your Loadout before hopping into competitive matches. Because most of the core gameplay mechanics, including health and armor, are similar between Plunder and other Warzone 2.0 modes, this mode is a great opportunity to live-fire test some Loadouts or level up new weapons, such as the ones coming this season.
New Gulag in Al Mazrah
Get your last duels in the first Warzone 2.0 Gulag now, because in Season 03, eliminated Operators will enter a new Gulag in Al Mazrah (if it is not closed due to time during the match). This is known as the Blacksite, which is separate from the Black Site, a super Stronghold that appears in Battle Royale.
A training ground for Operators wanting to return to the warzone, this roughly rectangular, asymmetrical map has several interior spaces and long external routes. This Blacksite Gulag’s current location is [[REDACTED]].
Those who own Modern Warfare II can get some practice on Blacksite and learn its routes by playing Gunfight or hopping into a Private Match.
New and Returning Features to Battle Royale
Adjust your personal meta accordingly: Warzone 2.0 is getting some new features across all its Battle Royale modes alongside Massive Resurgence and Plunder, which will be further detailed in our Tactical Overview blog coming before the season’s launch.
Redeploy Drones in Al Mazrah (Launch)
Flying over from Ashika Island, the Redeploy Drones will provide a fast way to travel around the map, outside of the train and wide selection of air, sea, and land vehicles.
These Drones operate like those accessible on Ashika Island, so get used to them by playing some Resurgence or Mini Royale modes before they descend upon Al Mazrah.
Tempered Plate Carriers (Launch)
Another Caldera-first feature, Tempered Plate Carriers change how your Operator handles Armor Plates.
With a Tempered Plate Carrier equipped, your Armor will be two half-bars instead of three thirds, making it easier and more efficient to replate after one (or both) are cracked.
UAV Towers (Launch)
First seen in DMZ, UAV Towers are vital fixed sources that can be activated during a match to give you intel on your enemy’s position. After interacting with a tower’s on-board computer, an Operator and their allies will receive several circular UAV sweeps from the tower’s location out to a few dozen meters.
A quick word of warning to those ready to punch into every tower on the map: Operators will receive an audible notification when a UAV Tower is activated, and the icon for active towers will be visible in red on the Tac Map and overworld.
More to Come at Mid-Season, Including Decontamination Stations
In addition to the above, expect even more new and returning features and items within Warzone 2.0 to arrive as part of a Mid-Season Update, including the Decontamination Station.
Those who spent some time on Caldera know the power of this lifesaving Field Upgrade, which creates a bubble of safe air to protect Operators from the toxic circle collapse.
After finding a Decontamination Station in the wild, you can place it almost anywhere. It lasts for several seconds, which can be the difference between surviving the final circle and succumbing to it.
Perk Package Items (In-Season)
Another addition to the loot pool within Season 03 is the preset Perk Package, which can be found in Supply Boxes. Specific, lower-rarity Perk Packages are available at Buy Stations.
Based on the Perk Packages from Season 01 and Season 02, these items are incredibly valuable given their passive benefits, helping Warzone Operators who opt not to obtain a Loadout Drop be on the same level as those who do. Alternatively, these Perk Packs can make the early game a bit more interesting, especially to those who secure areas, collect Cash, and reap the rewards of scavenging around the map.
Deployable Buy Station (In-Season)
Continuing the list of returning items is the Deployable Buy Station, a portable version of the Buy Station with limited stock.
Especially helpful in Buy Station deserts — although there will be more Buy Stations across Battle Royale overall — or in the final few circle collapses, the Deployable Buy Station allows you to put that leftover Cash to use on some potentially game-changing items.
Gulag Entry Kit (In-Season)
One last (literal) small item with a massive potential impact is the Gulag Entry Kit.
Those who find one in a Battle Royale match and perish beyond their initial Gulag visit can re-enter the fight via the Gulag. That means those who know they can clutch up that 1v1 have another chance to get a redeployment without needing to request one from their squadmates.
DMZ Overhaul Includes Barter System, Workbench, and More
Operators, prepare for one of the largest DMZ updates yet.
Barter System
One of the biggest additions since the launch of DMZ is the Barter System, a way to award Operators who stock up on items and can reach a Buy Station to swap them for other valuables. In general, the Trader may not have what you want, but they will always have what you need. . . .
There is no peer-to-peer trading through this system, but of course, you are still free to swap items during a match with friendly Operators (especially those who operate taxi services, as we heard they are incredibly helpful).
Workbench
Another major addition to DMZ is the Workbench, which can be found near Buy Stations and allows you to modify Contraband weapons.
For a nominal Cash fee, the Workbench allows an Operator to add attachments they have unlocked for the Contraband’s weapon platform onto a piece of Contraband or remove them piece by piece.
Helpful for those times when a 5.5x scope does not fit on a fast-firing SMG or when a Sniper Rifle needs an extended mag, the Workbench will become another way to spend that hard-earned Cash on something impactful for that infiltration and beyond.
Active Duty Operator Slots
In Season 03, you won’t just have one Operator to infiltrate the deniable areas.
Every player will start with three Active Duty Operator Slots, which equates to having three separate Operators who have their own on-soldier items. These items include your Backpack, Plate Carrier, Killstreaks, Self-Revive, and Gas Mask.
For every infiltration, you can choose which Active Duty Operator you bring in, meaning that you can calculate risk to whatever missions you want to tackle or the type of experience you want to have for that match. For example, you can have one Active Duty Operator saved up for the major Story Missions and Building 21 runs, stacked up with a Three-Plate Carrier, Self-Revive Kit, and more, then have another that is built for scavenging items with nothing but a One-Plate Carrier to their name.
New Faction
An unknown faction, REDACTED, is coming to Season 03 and will have three of its mission tiers at launch, plus two more in-season.
New and Remixed Missions, Contract
Infinity Ward is introducing a new set of faction missions for this upcoming season, as well as a new contract:
That is the Secure Supplies Contract, which flags containers in the Exclusion Zone with essential gear for this experience. This is a great way to get your Operator built up after a previous run in DMZ where you failed to extract.
New Bosses
Operators should prepare to face new threats across the various Exclusion Zones, as there are not one, but two bosses that intel suggests are [[REDACTED]]. Intel also suggests that deep underground in Al Mazrah, there is [[REDACTED]].
We have plenty more to share as part of a dedicated DMZ blog to be released before Season 03’s launch, including new Backpack and Plate Carrier types.
World Series of Warzone™ Is Back for 2023
More competition, more prizing, more regions, and the first-ever in-person Global Final.
The World Series of Warzone 2023 is ready to expand to new regions and host a finale you won’t want to miss.Check back here for an official deep-dive blog on this year’s World Series of Warzone on April 6.
Warzone Ranked Play Is Almost Here!
Assemble the trio and prepare for the road to the Top 250.
Developed by Treyarch and Raven Software, Call of Duty: Warzone Ranked Play will act as the proving ground and true test for trios wanting to become the best in the world.
More information on this new experience will be available at mid-season. For now, get to practicing in trios or participate in the World Series of Warzone qualifiers.
GENERAL OVERVIEW
Alejandro and Valeria Arrive. The admirable Alejandro and El Sin Nombre herself are ready to deploy in Modern Warfare II and Warzone 2.0 online modes with purchase of the Battle Pass.
Prepare for Long-Range Interventions. A Legendary Sniper Rifle is back — react accordingly. It joins a brand-new Battle Rifle in the Battle Pass, as well as other weapons arriving in-season.
Enter BlackCell: An Exciting New Offering. A new Operator and exclusive items are available at Season 03’s launch as part of the new Battle Pass.
Introducing Recruit a Friend. Available in most regions, you and your friends can get Weapon Blueprints, XP Tokens, and more by welcoming newcomers to Call of Duty: Warzone 2.0.
Rivals Alejandro and Valeria Highlight Battle Pass, New Operator Roster
From Mexican Special Forces to pure adversaries, Alejandro and Valeria had enough time sitting on the sidelines since the Campaign and are ready to get back into the action in Modern Warfare II and Warzone 2.0.
Alejandro Vargas
Born and raised in Las Almas, Alejandro spent over a decade as a high-ranking member of Los Fuerzeas Especiales, the Tier 1 Mexican Army Special Mission counterterror unit. His unit, Los Vaqueros, is the only unit in the country authorized to work alongside international Special Operations Forces, including those at the CIA headed by station chief Kate Laswell.
Through the Modern Warfare II Campaign, you will learn just how much Alejandro is dedicated to protecting the innocent and his commitment to taking down those who turn against their country for ill-gotten gains.
As his squadmates say, “The only thing that can kill Alejandro, is Alejandro. . . .”
Valeria Garza
WARNING! SPOILERS AHEAD FOR THOSE WHO DID NOT PLAY THE MODERN WARFARE II CAMPAIGN!
A former Mexican Army commando who used to work alongside Alejandro, Valeria defected to enforcing cartels in 2014 and ultimately ascended to power as the leader of the Las Almas Cartel.
Also known as El Sin Nombre, with her true identity unknown to most in the Modern Warfare II universe, Valeria is a ruthless and cunning Operator who is unafraid to get her hands dirty and is always calm under intense pressure. That can be seen throughout the Modern Warfare II Campaign, where after its events and her escape from Task Force 141’s purview, she is careful in plotting her next move. . . .
Whether it is interrogating enemies or firing the first shot in a shoot-out, Valeria earns her cartel members’ loyalty every day through her incredible resolve and ability to plan ahead like a true criminal mastermind, all while recruiting more to her ranks with generous donations from the cartel’s coffers.
Overcoming the odds with how she was treated in her early military career, Valeria is now one of the most fearsome and skilled Operators in the world, ready to face any high-profile assignment she wants to handle herself rather than her subordinates.
More Operators to Come During Season 03
These bitter rivals are not the only Operators coming to Season 03 — be on the lookout for additional intel on multiple Operators who will reinforce KorTac and SpecGru during this season and beyond.
New Sniper, Battle Rifle Lead Season 03 Weapon Additions
Few weapons in Call of Duty® history evoke the feeling that the new Sniper Rifle gives to veterans of the franchise — and perhaps the other new weapons in this season will become legends in their own right. . . .
FJX Imperium (Sniper Rifle — Launch, Battle Pass)
Engineered destruction at its finest, this anti-personnel, bolt-action sniper rifle intervenes in tense situations with hard-hitting .408 rounds.
A bullpup, semi-automatic rifle chambered in 6.8 Wrath and designed for distance shooting and exceptional damage output.
Additional Armaments (In-Season)
Expect two new sidearms within Season 03 Reloaded, both fully automatic with drastically different roles: a highly customizable machine pistol with a fast rate of fire and a high-caliber pistol modified for full-auto to blast enemies back when they get too close for comfort.
One for the Collection: Trophy Hunt Event Kicks off Season 03
The hunt is on in Season 03.
Be ready to unleash your inner competitor by taking part in the Trophy Hunt Event for Season 03, beginning 48 hours after launch.
During this event, every player will drop a trophy — a small, decorative challenge coin — whenever they are eliminated in any mode. These trophies can also be earned by performing specific tasks, such as opening Supply Boxes.
These trophies can then be exchanged for items shown in the Events tab, including Weapon Blueprints, Vehicle Skins, and even Battle Pass Token Tier Skips. Those who redeem enough items will also unlock some exclusive Operator Skins for their efforts.
More details on this event will be available as part of this season’s Warzone 2.0 Tactical Overview blog, though this event is available for both Modern Warfare II and Warzone 2.0.
Season 03 Mid-Season Camo Challenge Event
Following the Path of the Ronin Camo Challenge Event, currently active during the end of Season 02, Season 03 will feature an exclusive set of Camos players can earn as part of a Mid-Season event.
More details on this event will be revealed later this season.
New Battle Pass Offering: BlackCell
For some Operators, winning is only half the battle; they want to let their opponent know exactly who is truly a force to be reckoned with.
Enter BlackCell, a brand-new Battle Pass Offering launching in Season 03, which is set to replace the current Battle Pass Bundle. The regular Battle Pass will still be available each season for 1,100 COD Points.
As part of this $29.99 MSRP offering, BlackCell will include over 7,000 COD Points of value*, everything that was originally in the Battle Pass Bundle, along with additional exclusive content. Here’s what to expect:
Access to the full Season 03 Battle Pass and 20 Tier Skips (25 on PlayStation®).
1,100 COD Points instantly awarded.
Up to 1,400 COD Points awarded throughout the Battle Pass.
A BlackCell Operator, attired in an imposing animated Camo skin.
A Pro-Tuned Weapon Blueprint, Vehicle Skin, and Finishing Move.
An exclusive BlackCell Sector within the Battle Pass AO serves as an alternative starting location.
Immediate unlocking of adjacent Battle Pass Sectors to the BlackCell Sector.
Additional, BlackCell-only Battle Pass content: Every Season 03 Battle Pass Sector with an Operator Skin has a BlackCell variant (12 Skins in total) to unlock.
Look for a blog fully detailing this exciting offering, prior to Season 03 launch.
Battle Pass Update — Automatic Pathing
In addition to the BlackCell offering, the Battle Pass has an updated and streamlined way to unlock content through the addition of an Automatic Pathing feature.
Those who don’t mind what they earn first and who simply want to rack up hours in-game can choose to automatically have the Battle Pass chart an effective path through the different AO Sectors. Players can also choose to manually earn Battle Token Tier Skips and spend them as they did in prior seasons.
There is still the option to unlock Battle Pass sectors manually, and players can switch between Automatic and Manual pathing at any time during the season, which is great for those who don’t mind what other rewards they earn after they get their favorites.
More information about this feature and BlackCell will be available as part of next week’s Battle Pass and Featured Bundles blog.
Introducing Recruit a Friend
Know someone who has yet to experience Call of Duty: Warzone 2.0? You and your friends can get rewarded through the new Recruit a Friend program.
Anyone who has at least three hours played on the game and has an account older than 60 days can invite up to three eligible friends per season. These friends must have an Activision account that is less than seven days old or must not have played Warzone 2.0 in the last 60 days. In other words, if they have not jumped back into Warzone 2.0 since its launch, now is a great time to drop back in!
Recruits and recruiters can then earn some great rewards for completing a few simple challenges together, such as playing games or completing Contracts in matches. These rewards include up to two Weapon Blueprints — one Akimbo Sidearm Blueprint and another one for the SMG class — as well as Double XP Tokens, Calling Cards, and more.
Check in-game following the Season 03 update for more details about this program.
NOTE: This Program is not available in Austria, Argentina, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Ireland, New Zealand, Norway, Peru, Poland, and the Philippines.
New Prestige Levels, Challenges
Feeling lucky? It’s time to go for Prestige 13.
At the start of Season 03, the Prestige Rank cap will be increased to Prestige 13, with the level cap increased to 650. Specifically, players can unlock the following new Prestige Ranks, which come with a new icon beside their name:
Prestige 10: Unlocked at Level 500.
Prestige 11: Unlocked at Level 550.
Prestige 12: Unlocked at Level 600.
Prestige 13: Unlocked at Level 650 — this is the maximum level that can be achieved in Season 03.
Each Prestige Rank also unlocks a new set of Challenges. Complete these to earn new Calling Cards, including Animated Calling Cards for completing full sets of Challenges.
As stated previously, all progress will not reset at the beginning of each season. Players will continue ranking up at the level at which they ended Season 02, whether it was before the Prestige Ranks (1–55) or within the Prestige Ranks (56–450).
The place to talk and hang out is now integrating with Call of Duty.
In Season 03, Beenox will be integrating Discord within Call of Duty for PC players, starting with Modern Warfare II and Warzone 2.0.
Infinity Ward has said that the official patch notes will be avialable next week, and that it will include weapon balancing changes which will touch on a “crucial change” to Sniper Rifles and other bug fixes.
Stay tuned here at MP1st for the relevant patch notes closer to the launch of Modern Warfare 2 and Warzone 2 Season 3.
EA has released EA UFC 4 update 23.00 on all platforms today, and same as in other patches, this adds new fighters to the roster for free! Check out what’s new in the EA UFC 4 April 6 patch notes.
EA UFC 4 Update 23.00 Patch Notes | EA UFC 4 April 6 Patch Notes:
Size: 6GB
Update 2: It seems EA won’t be releasing any patch notes at all, and we’ve updated the article with new gameplay adjustments spotted by the community.
Here are some of the confirmed fighter changes (via eaglesrj7):
Yair Rodriguez is now a sliver background in featherweight (stat update)
Alexander Volkanovskiis 5 star second best light weight (Crazy stats)
Shavkat Rakhmonov stat update
More buffs and nerfs (unconfirmed, via Isra_Alien):
Petr Yan nerf
Merab Dvalishvili buff
If we spot anything more, we’ll add it to the article.
Update: Here’s what’s listed as new in the 23.00 patch under the PS4’s update history:
Added 3 new fighters:
Season Strickland (Middleweight)
Sergei Pavlovich (Heavyweight)
Kevin Holland (Welterweight)
Post-PPV Fighter Stat and Record Updates
Updated scales for Manon Fiorot
Minor Bug Fixes
EA hasn’t revealed today’s patch notes just yet, but players from the game’s community have confirmed that EA has finally added fighters Sean Strickland and Sergei Pavlovich!
Sean Strickland from Anaheim, California, is currently ranked #10 in the UFC’s Middleweight division, while Sergei Pavlovich from Rostov, Russia, is ranked #5 in the Heavyweight division.
Pavlovich is set to fight Curtis Blaydes at UFC Fight Night 222 this April 22, while Strickland’s last fight was at Light Heavyweight against Nassourdine Imavov, which he won by unanimous decision at UFC Fight Night this January.
Once more info regarding the two fighters have been released by EA, we’ll update the article.
Blizzard Entertainment has now released the official Overwatch 2 Season 4 trailer, showing off all the new content in the upcoming season. Season 4 will feature the new Support hero Lifeweaver as well as a limited-time B.O.B. and Weave game mode, a new Mythic “Galactic Emperor Sigma” skin, the new Starwatch event, and much more.
Season 4 will feature the release of Overwatch’s 37th hero Lifeweaver, whose lore and abilities were debuted in the last few days. A special game mode titled “B.O.B. and Weave” will go live alongside the new season on April 11; the mode features both Ashe’s butler B.O.B. and Lifeweaver himself in a 3v3 match, and will reward players with a special Epic-tier “Cassia Lifeweaver” skin. Similarly, a Symmetra challenge with the Epic-tier “Gardener Symmetra” skin will be available from May 23 to May 29.
The new Starwatch event will run from May 9 through May 22. Starwatch is a 4v4 PvP event played on a reworked version of Horizon Lunar Colony that features a battle between The Watchers and The Infinite Empire. A new tie-in comic will also be released during the event. Additionally, the “Talantis” fan-made map will also be made available in-game from April 25 to May 1.
The Mythic “Galactic Emperor Sigma” skin will be the ultimate Premium reward of the new 80-tier Space Opera Battle Pass, with apparently customizable Hypersphere weapons and armor. The new Battle Pass as well as the Shop will feature new and returning skins for numerous heroes, and special Starwatch-themed skins as well. The trailer also teases a rework for Brigitte’s Rally ability, though the exact specifics of the changes are unknown as of yet.
Lifeweaver will be available through Tier 45 of the new Battle Pass, though Blizzard has promised that he can be tried out for free at the beginning of the season. A complete breakdown of all the new content and changes can be found here. For a detailed explanation of his abilities, check out our thorough article going into depth with every part of his kit here.
Following the earlier FIFA split announcement, EA Sports shows no signs of slowing down with its legendary association football sim franchise. The official EA Sports FC logo and branding have now been revealed, and the imagery will be debuted to football audiences in more than 100 upcoming European league matches.
As EA Sports’ FIFA licensing agreement comes to an end, the developer is now beginning the transition to the next iteration of its football sim franchise after FIFA 23. The EA Sports FC logo and branding will be displayed to the world in stadiums and other media in over 100 upcoming matches in the Premier League, LaLiga, Bundesliga, Serie A, Ligue 1, WSL, NWSL, CONMEBOL and more. Notably, this confirms that EA Sports will retain its licensing agreements with European football leagues even though its games will no longer carry the FIFA branding.
EA Sports’ football league partners each issued statements to celebrate their continued partnership, some of which are shared below:
Premier League – Chief Executive Richard Masters:
Through our long-standing partnership with EA SPORTS, we are able to bring fans around the world closer to the Premier League and we recognise the importance of the next generation in growing the future of football. We look forward to the relationship evolving through the launch of EA SPORTS FC, whether that’s bringing in developments in the ePremier League, opening new football pitches to benefit communities in the UK, or providing fans with exciting in-game experiences.
La Liga – President Javier Tebas:
We pride ourselves on driving innovation in football, and our partnership with EA SPORTS FC exemplifies that mission. EA SPORTS FC will be a hub for positive growth in football, and we will continue striving for new and innovative ways for fans to authentically engage with LaLiga matches.
Fans around the world can discover and make life-long connections with clubs and players through video games, and it is crucial that top football leagues such as the Bundesliga are utilizing the best platforms to engage with this group of supporters. Our ongoing partnership with EA SPORTS allows us to do exactly this through EA SPORTS FC, and we hope our fans are as excited as we are for the future of football.
Meanwhile, FIFA 23’s lifecycle currently continues with no release date in sight for the first EA Sports FC title, though a Fall 2023 release date is expected in line with previous games. Stay tuned here at MP1st for all upcoming EA Sports FC and FIFA 23 news and announcements.
Two Point Studios has released Two Point Campus update 1.19, and this is for the Spring Update 6.0 content! This brings a new Challenge mode, new items and more! Prepare for Easter-themed events, which are listed in the official Two Point Campus patch notes for April 6.
Two Point Campus Update 1.19 Patch Notes | Two Point Campus Spring Update 6.0 Patch Notes | Two Point Campus April 6 Patch Notes:
New Challenge Mode
You’ll be heading down the Rabbit Hole in our latest seasonal challenge: Egg & Silver-Spoon Race! Wiggy Silverbottom, with his trademark combo of excess free time and a surplus of bad ideas, has decided Freshleigh Meadows was in dire need of some ‘egg-citing’ activities this spring…
He’s only gone and buried the ENTIRE priceless collection of Fitzpocket Eggs! In the most ultimate of egg hunts, be on the lookout for surface-level finds, whilst your Egg Hunting students head down the Rabbit Hole to uncover peskier eggs hidden deep underground.
To bag the biggest prized egg collection in all the County, you’ll need to buff your fluffy cohort’s academic performance to help along their eggs-cavations. And, outside of the classroom, complete as many objeggtives as possible to reveal clues that lead to even more cracking finds…
New Items & Outfit
There’s something in the air! Is it the hum of neighbouring mowers? Or maybe it’s the pollen count? (… help). No matter the annoyances, mother nature has bought a blossoming bounty in our latest seasonal selection!
The whole County is ready to celebrate all things bright and beautiful, so give your students and staff a good hare-day with the new Bunny Ears outfit, and give your campus a Spring clean with new in-game items. There’s something for every bunny! (…although if we catch you about to take a bite of the lovely Chocolate Rabbit we will NEVER forgive you).
New Things
New Challenge Mode Level: Egg & Silver-Spoon Race
A selection of blooming lovely new items:
Three new wallpapers
Spring Chickens
Chocolate Rabbit
Spring Meal
…a super secret surprise item for completion of the Community Challenge (coming soon!)
Hare-raising new outfit Bunny Ears hat for staff and students
New Main Menu theming with a temporary green-thumb touch
If you’d prefer your campus without the touch of a green thumb, don’t worry, there’s an option for you! Head to the settings menu and scroll down to find the Seasonal Content toggle to control the seasons (didn’t realise you trained in Dark Arts?!).
Nothing blooms forever. Don’t forget, all items and our Spring Challenge Mode will remain in-game even after the event window. So you’ll be able to enjoy the content in your own time, all we’ll do at the end of the event window is give the main menus theming a little trim.
Those on Nintendo Switch, the update will be available over the long weekend, so sit tight!
Kojima Productions is once again giving out the free Death Stranding 2 PSN avatar set that it first revealed in December. The avatar set consists of four images of a reimagined BB pod, and can be acquired through redeeming a region-specific code on the PlayStation Store.
— KOJIMA PRODUCTIONS (Eng) (@KojiPro2015_EN) April 6, 2023
Free Death Stranding 2 PSN Avatar Set Codes:
The redeem codes for the avatar set are unique to each PlayStation Store region:
Americas: PRKT-2QNQ-DH4X
Europe, Middle East, and Africa: EHNA-6MNB-PGL5
Asia: CRBA-GKNP-J9EK
Japan: JP2J-A5NG-PT2F
Korea: 3D86-9PNF-KABQ
The avatar set consists of the same four BB pod images that were released in December:
BB Pod 1 (Bubble)
BB Pod 2 (Few Legs)
BB Pod 3 (Full Legs)
BB Pod 4 (Empty)
You can redeem the avatars on your browser, console, or mobile app. If you have not redeemed PSN avatar codes before or you don’t know how, here’s a support article that should walk you through the steps.
Death Stranding 2’s release is quite a ways away, but the sequel to the revolutionary 2019 title promises great things and unprecedented advances. The Death Stranding Director’s Cut edition can be picked up for under $12 right now through this month’s Humble Choice.
Rolled out as part of today’s server maintenance, EA has pushed out Madden 23 update 1.15 (PS5 version 1.015), which is for Title Update 9! This brings stability and Ultimate Team changes. Check out the complete Madden 23 update patch notes for April 6 below.
Madden 23 Update 1.15 Patch Notes | Madden 23 Update 1.015 Patch Notes | Madden 23 Title Update 9 Patch Notes | Madden 23 Patch Notes for April 6:
Gameplay Updates:
General stability updates across all modes.
Madden Ultimate Team Updates:
Mission activities no longer disappear after completion.
Harold Carmichael & Jet Anderson player portraits now appear correctly in MUT.
Team Diamond player portraits appear correctly in the depth chart.
Fixed an issue where some users were unable to apply filters to Binder items.
Fixed an issue in practice mode that required the second controller to be turned off before entering the mode, then turning it back on, once inside the mode to control both sides of the ball.
Fixed an issue where BND players were showing up in the list of cards eligible to complete sets.
Fixed an issue where some users were getting an “Invalid Line-up” error when entering. challenges even if the line-up was correct.
Rank tab removed from MUT Champions.
Fixed an issue where upgraded team captains could be added to sets.
The “Global Profile” button is now only available in the MUT Hub.
That’s about it. You can keep track of all our Madden 23 coverage right here.
As promised from yesterday’s announcement, DICE has today revealed the Battlefield 2042 Leviathan Rising event trailer incoming this Season 4! Check out the trailer alongside the schedule, rewards and the new mode incoming for the event called “Shutdown.”
Launching April 11 and running until April 25, players can expect a new close-quarters combat mode called “Shutdown.” Alongside this, players can expect new weekly rewards!
Battlefield 2042 Leviathan Rising Schedule, Shutdown Overview and Rewards:
Schedule: April 11 @ 12:00 UTC until April 25 @ 12:00 UTC. (8 am ET/5 am PT/8 pm HKT)
Shutdown Game Mode Overview:
A new, tight 8v8 mode, where class play is imperative. See both sides of the battle and initiate – or thwart – the sabotage of key objectives.
Attack, Plant & Protect – Infiltrate enemy objectives & plant the Lances; a new mode objective in Shutdown, protect them, and score as many points as possible.
Defend, Locate & Disable – Locate and eliminate Lance Carriers, prevent their dropped Lances from being picked up, and defuse any that do get planted, with prejudice.
Shutdown features new mechanics allowing you new ways to experience Battlefield:
Play the Objective – The Lance: The ESA-500 Lance is a portable microwave device that fries data drives in a limited radius. Attackers can plant it where they choose inside predefined objective areas populated with crates full of said data drives, scoring points as long as the Lance stays alive, and culminating in a shutdown. Defenders on the other hand, can disable it with a short timed interaction. Playing it smart, and outwitting your enemy is key to Shutdown. Plant the Lance in the open and bait your enemy, hide it in a corner, protect it with your gadgets and throwables, or find an approach of your own, the choice is yours.
Shut it down: When a planted Lance scores enough points in an objective, it results in a shutdown of the objective and fully removes it from the map. Expect pure chaos as you start clearing more objectives and are forced closer and closer together with the enemy team.
Secure Victory: You’ll play a round as both Attacker, and Defender. When the first round ends, you will switch sides and redeploy. You’ll secure victory by scoring the most points as the Attacking side while you battle it out within these fast-paced matches.
Shutdown will be playable with smaller layouts in maps Manifest, Exposure, Stranded and Flashpoint
Battlefield 2042 Leviathan Rising Rewards:
Earn Ribbons by playing Shutdown to unlock the unique gameplay rewards available during the Leviathan Rising event. The Store will also have free bundles for you to claim, as well as 3 new bundles for purchase.
Gameplay Rewards – Week 1
15 Ribbons – Epic “Contagion” Weapon Charm
40 Ribbons – Epic “Kilobyte” Weapon Skin for the AK-24
75 Ribbons – Epic “Code Execution” Specialist Set for Paik
Gameplay Rewards – Week 2
15 Ribbons – Epic “Marked for Death” Weapon Charm
40 Ribbons – Rare “Domain Authority” Vehicle Skin for the AH-64GX Apache Warchief
75 Ribbons – Epic “Denial of Service” Specialist Set for Casper
Free Store Items
Week 1 – Rare “Leviathan Division” Weapon Charm
Week 2 – Rare “Activation” Weapon Skin for the AM40
Hopefully, the event rewards will be better now instead of locking the good stuff behind bundles that cost real world money. If there’s a patch released for the event next week, we’ll be sure to let our readers know.
The UK Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) partially reversed its position on Microsoft‘s proposed acquisition of Activision Blizzard late last month, concluding on the basis of new data that the transaction is unlikely to harm console gaming competition in the UK. Apparently, Sony has not taken the announcement well as revealed in its response published today, which labels CMA’s reconsideration “surprising, unprecedented, and irrational.”
Sony submitted a response to the CMA’s addendum to its provisional findings on March 31, and the document has been published today. The Japanese console manufacturer and game industry giant claims that the UK regulator contradicted its aim as stated in the original provisional findings to “assess the Merged Entity’s incentive to foreclose by considering all the available evidence in the round” by focusing on a single model when re-evaluating its conclusions. Further, while it does not contest that Microsoft would not have reason to withhold Call of Duty from PlayStation platforms post-acquisition, it claims that the addendum has not disproved that the Redmond corporation would have the ability to do so or that it could have other incentives to engage in foreclosing behavior.
Sony points out numerous alleged conceptual errors in the CMA’s revised lifetime value (LTV) model:
The model understates Microsoft’s gains from withholding Call of Duty from PlayStation platforms by around 70% according to Sony due to the fact that it does not take into account that highly-engaged Call of Duty players generate greater revenue, and also because Microsoft’s losses will be offset by the elimination of royalty payments to Activision and by players switching over from PlayStation platforms for Call of Duty.
The model discards Microsoft’s contemporaneous business data and instead relies on its adjusted LTV estimates that are not in line with its current business.
The model is also erroneous in its assumption that players who do not heavily engage with Call of Duty would not switch to Xbox platforms were the franchise to be withheld from PlayStation.
It also disputes the CMA’s conclusion that the Microsoft-Activision deal is unlike Microsoft’s previous acquisitions, claiming that its now-proven withholding of ZeniMax games like Redfall from PlayStation after acquiring the company proves that it will do the same with Activision’s multi-platform franchises.
Microsoft’s proposed acquisition of Activision Blizzard remains under global regulatory review, most notably in the US, the U.K. and the EU, though the latter two appear likely to let the acquisition pass following Microsoft’s recent access agreements with Nintendo, Nvidia, Boosteroid, and Ubitus. The deadline for the CMA’s final report remains April 26, 2023.
