Crossout

Wasteland Hockey and more: Highlights of the Echoes of War update

Crossout

08/22/2024 - The new update "Echoes of War" brings back exciting events and well-known modes from August 22 to September 25, including "Dronapocalypse" and the "Steel Championship". Wasteland Hockey is also celebrating its premiere.

With the new "Echoes of War" update, the developers have announced a series of exciting events and the return of popular game modes. The update is available from August 22 to September 25 and offers interesting challenges for both newcomers and experienced players.

New event: "Echoes of War"

The centerpiece of the update is the "Echoes of War" event, which runs until September 25. Players can collect event experience points by completing special challenges to unlock different levels and their rewards. These include faction vouchers, in-game coins, stickers and various containers. While basic rewards are available to all players, additional rewards are only available to those who purchase the "Echoes of War" package (Standard or Deluxe). The Deluxe Edition also offers the instant unlock of 10 levels as well as additional in-game coins and decorations.

Return of the popular modes

In addition to the new event, popular modes are also returning. From August 22 to 28, players can once again plunge into the "Dronapocalypse". In this team PvP mode, players must destroy enemy Leviathans in pre-built drone vehicles. New weapons and drones offer a fresh challenge and the reward is wires.

The "Steel Championship", a 3-on-3 mode in which players must score goals, will be available again from August 29 to September 4. This mode has been optimized based on player feedback and now offers improved vehicle options. Rewards include decorations and containers.

From September 5-11, players can then compete in the "Sea Battle", another PvP mode that offers different roles for vehicles and pours out scrap metal as a reward.

Premiere: Wasteland Hockey

A special highlight of the update is the introduction of "Wasteland Hockey", which will be available from September 12 to 18. Instead of a ball, a heavy puck is used here, which changes the gameplay considerably. The rules are based on the "Steel Championship", but on slippery ice.

Further content and improvements

In addition to the events and modes, the update also introduces a new rare heavy generator assembly, the "FG Aggregator". This has been added due to changes in the energy system and offers players another option for building their vehicles. Balance changes have also been made to existing components such as the "Big G" generator to more clearly emphasize the differences between light and heavy classes.

Minor bugs have also been fixed, including on the "Powerplant" map, and new sound effects have been added for certain interface buttons.

What is the "Echoes of War" event?
"Echoes of War" is a new event that runs from August 22 to September 25. Players can collect event experience points through challenges and unlock various rewards.

Which modes are returning in the update?
The update brings back the modes "Dronapocalypse" (August 22-28), "Steel Championship" (August 29 - September 4), "Sea Battle" (September 5-11) and for the first time "Wasteland Hockey" (September 12-18).

What new content has been added?
In addition to the events and modes, the new "FG Aggregator" generator has been introduced and existing components such as the "Big G" generator have been revised.

Are there any changes to the game balance?
Yes, the "Big G" generator has been adjusted to emphasize the difference between light and heavy generators more clearly. Other minor adjustments concern the maps and sound effects in the game.

  • Source: Official website

Short info

Once Human

New update for Once Human brings mutation adjustments and world merging

09/13/2024 - Once Human received an extensive update on September 12, 2024. In addition to mutation adjustments and world mergers, new items and numerous bug fixes were released. Read more

World of Warships

Nine years of World of Warships: New ships, events and festive rewards

09/05/2024 - World of Warships is celebrating its ninth anniversary and bringing a host of new content to the game. In addition to festive rewards, players can experience new Pan-American battleships in Early Access and take part in further events and missions. Read more

World of Tanks

Hailstorm update brings new tanks, random events and more

09/04/2024 - World of Tanks enters a new era with the Hailstorm update: In addition to new Czechoslovakian tanks and dynamic fire mechanics, players can expect revised maps, an improved crew advantage system and a fresh Battle Pass season. Read more

Once Human

Bug fixes for Once Human: patch details for the end of August

09/03/2024 - The developers of Once Human have fixed a number of bugs that were affecting the game experience. These fixes were made at the end of August and cover various aspects of the game, from mod adjustments to reward issues. Read more

Tarisland

New PvP tournament with exciting rewards: SilverLit Cup S0

09/03/2024 - The new PvP event in Tarisland is coming up: The SilverLit Cup S0 invites all guilds to prove their skills and compete for attractive prizes. Registration is open from September 4, 2024. Read more

War Thunder

Update brings J-10 and JF-17 into play - French fleet under test

09/03/2024 - The September update of War Thunder, "Dance of Dragons", brings two legendary Chinese fighter planes to the game and starts the closed beta test for the French coastal fleet. Further new content for the navy, land forces and air force is also included. Read more

eSport

Gaming event at the new Xperion Hamburg: Uniliga finals in Valorant and LoL

09/02/2024 - On September 14, 2024, the Uniliga final will take place for the first time in the newly opened Xperion Hamburg. The best university teams in Germany will compete against each other in the disciplines Valorant and League of Legends to win the title of university champion. Read more

Runescape

Update: Phantom Guardian strengthens defense through necromancy

09/02/2024 - The new RuneScape update brings a powerful summon: the Phantom Guardian. This defense reinforcement for necromancers expands the strategic possibilities in the game. Read more

eSport

Red Bull Home Ground: VALORANT World Final in Berlin for the first time

08/29/2024 - The Red Bull Home Ground World Final 2024 will take place from November 20 to 23 in the Arena Berlin. The best VALORANT teams in the world, including defending champions Fnatic and the German FOKUS Clan, will battle it out for the coveted title. Read more

Once Human

New cosmetic items and optimizations: The latest Once Human update

08/28/2024 - On August 29, 2024, the latest update for Once Human was released, introducing numerous changes and additions to the game. The server maintenance took around four hours and brought improvements to various game mechanics as well as new events. Read more

Palia

The Sunset Soiree update with new decoration sets and improvements

08/27/2024 - The new Sunset Soiree update in Palia adds numerous decoration options and quality improvements to the game. Players can look forward to new decoration sets, log-in rewards and optimized features. Read more

Lost Ark

Roadmap update for September and October with new raids and class 4

08/26/2024 - Lost Ark has announced important adjustments to the planned roadmap for Fall 2024. In addition to the introduction of Class 4 and new raids, there are also changes to the schedule and new events that should offer players an intense experience. Read more

Gamescom

Monster Hunter Wilds and Microsoft Xbox dominate the Gamescom Awards 2024

08/23/2024 - The winners of the Gamescom Awards 2024 have been announced. Monster Hunter Wilds won in four categories, while Microsoft Xbox took home the Best of Show Floor Award. Other awards went to Little Nightmares 3 and Frostpunk 2. Read more

Star Wars: The old Republic

Update 7.5.1: Galactic Seasons 7 The Greatest Bounty now available

08/22/2024 - Galactic Seasons 7 "The Greatest Bounty" was launched with the 7.5.1 update on August 20. Players can now tackle new challenges and unlock exclusive rewards. Read more

Runescape

Mod Pips announces community consultation for MTX in RuneScape

08/22/2024 - Jagex is planning a groundbreaking community consultation on the future of microtransactions in RuneScape. The aim is to actively incorporate player opinions into the design of upcoming changes. Read more

EVE Online

Alliance Tournament XX: Guristas take over and bring new prize ships

08/22/2024 - Alliance Tournament XX is just around the corner, starting with the feeder tournaments on August 24. The event brings surprising changes, including new prize ships and the takeover by the Guristas. Read more

Counter Strike 2

Valve restricts automation: New regulation for players

08/20/2024 - Valve is introducing new rules for Counter-Strike to limit the automation of player actions. This measure aims to increase the focus on manual skills and make the game experience fairer for everyone. Read more

The First Descendant

Season 1 brings new content and legendary sniper

08/19/2024 - With the new update "Season 1: Invasion" for The First Descendant, the game experience will be further expanded with new Descendants, dungeons and stories. NEXON is releasing exciting new features and challenges that will be available from August 29. Read more

PuschelFarm

Update to version 3.12 with new quests

08/18/2024 - After a long time without updates, PuschelFarm has something new to celebrate. The fluffy operators have come up with something very special for their latest version 3.12 and added over 1,000 Puschel quests, i.e. lots of exciting tasks that now make progress incredibly easy, especially for beginners. Read more

Runescape

Roadmap 2024-2025 reveals new adventures and challenges

08/16/2024 - RuneScape players can look forward to exciting new content in 2024 and 2025. The developers have recently released a detailed roadmap announcing new quests, boss battles and expansions. These developments promise exciting challenges and deeper insights into the world of Gielinor. Read more

Dungeonborne

August update for Dungeonborne: Clotho's trial and fresh content

08/16/2024 - Mithril Interactive has released a comprehensive update for its free-to-play RPG Dungeonborne, which is currently available in Early Access on Steam. With this update, which is live as of August 16, 2024, the developer is adding new features and content to the game that will affect both PvP and PvE players. Read more