Just over a week after announcing an October open beta for the Steam edition of Team Fortress 2 Classic, the throwback version of Valve's famed team-based shooter, developer Eminoma has an update: Never mind... Read more.View the full article
The new update is live on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, on Steam bringing in improvements to Bond and more fixes for Digimon Story: Time Stranger. View the full article
Only one game can survive this battle royale of the battle royale genre itself. Well, not really. There's a plethora of fun BR games out there to play, and EA is set to join into the fray with a Battlefield 6 battle royale mode some time soon. BF6 launched to big player numbers on Oct. 10, 2025, and its free-to-play BR component is not far behind, sure to bring in even more players. But when can we play it?! Here's what we know of when to expect BF6's battle royale mode to become widely available. Table of contentsBattlefield 6 battle royale release dateBattlefield 6 battle royale detailsBattlefield 6 battle royale release date Screenshot by Destructoid Battlefield 6's battle royale mode does not currently have an official release date, but there was some speculation that it could become widely available as part of season one of BF6 on Oct. 28, 2025. This does not seem likely, though, since EA has detailed season one's roadmap and BR was not a part of it. If this does not happen, it's more likely that BF6 BR will drop alongside season two some time in early 2026. The mode is currently in testing as part of Battlefield Labs, so there's no real rush to launch the free-to-play mode until it's ready to go. "Testing this new mode and all of its features with the community is the true power of Battlefield Labs," EA said of BF6 BR on Sept. 10. "We are excited to hear about players’ experiences as they explore the ins and outs of this Battle Royale done the Battlefield way. We look forward to sharing more details after the testing is complete and we’ve reviewed the feedback from players." Stay tuned for an official announcement on when BF6 BR will launch. For now, it's currently being tested by players who have been invited for the process. Battlefield 6 battle royale details Image via EA Here are some details on what's currently being tested in BF6 BR, straight from EA: Map: Battlefield is no stranger to epic maps, and this all-new map has been built for the Battle Royale experience. It features a diverse array of tactical Points of Interest, each with distinct layouts and themes that offer unique gameplay opportunities.Vehicles: Players can find common transport vehicles around the map and even unlock powerful armored vehicles to turn the tide of battle. The intent is to offer more ways for players to traverse the map early on in a match and to create interesting combined arms action in the process.Tactical Destruction: Destruction will be everywhere in this mode. From creating pathways through walls to toppling buildings, we look forward to seeing players’ ingenuity with destruction and how they use it to defeat their opponents.Squadplay: For this test, each match will feature 100 players, organized into 25 four player squads, fighting to be the last one standing. Communicating with your squad through pings, text, or VOIP aims to boost the experience and enhance their tactical options. Second chances: Between the Support class revives and Mobile Redeploy options, there are multiple tools to keep your squad in the fight. BF6 BR will also have "the deadliest ring" in the genre, instantly killing players that it comes into contact with, so you better haul ****. "We set out to bring the most dangerous ring in gaming to Battle Royale that instantly kills players upon contact," BF6 devs explained. "With urgent warnings as the fire approaches, soldiers will be pushed into more intense firefights as the game space continues to shrink. There’s no jumping in and out of it, no using it for cover, no walking through it - if you get caught in it, you are done. We’re excited to see how the ring affects the pace of the game and how it creates spontaneous showdowns." Like our content? Set Destructoid as a Preferred Source on Google in just one step to ensure you see us more frequently in your Google searches! The post When does Battlefield 6 battle royale come out? Release date information and countdown appeared first on Destructoid. View the full article
Battlefield 6 is finally here, and was very much worth the wait. It's probably the best BF experience in the last decade, superseding 2042 by a wide margin, both in quality and popularity. But, like any game, it can and will suffer issues following its initial launch. One such issue is the mysterious 1:8600 error code, which is plaguing some users and preventing them from getting into the game. So, here's everything you need to know about it, including a potential fix. What is error code 1:8600 in Battlefield 6? BF6 is out but not without a hitch. Image via EA Error code 1:8600 appears to pop up for players trying to load the game before even the main menu appears. It most commonly appears during authentication, which the game has to do to verify you're running a legit and purchased copy of the game, as well as that your PC isn't running potentially malicious software. The authentication process is directly tied to your account, which seems to be the most common cause of this error code. Battlefield 6 is most likely failing to authenticate your account, log you into EA's app underneath, or has given you a shadowban for whatever reason. Fixing the issue can usually be done by enabling in-game overlay, making sure you're logged into the EA app and with the proper account, or contacting EA support to ensure you're not banned. Connection issues, too, can prevent EA from connecting to the relevant authentication services. Go to your Firewall and see if EA or Battlefield 6 isn't blocked within, as that could prevent the authentication process from going through. If your internet is breaking up during this process, that, too, can mess things up and lead the system to fail to authenticate you. Some players have reported that external USB drives, such as Flash Drives or external HDDs, can cause the issue. The exact reason why this could be is unclear, though it could be due to Javelin anti-cheat mistakenly identifying your USB stick as potentially hazardous external hardware that could be used for nefarious in-game means. EA staff suggests verifying game files on your relevant platform, ensuring a stable and strong internet connection (and, likely, a less restrictive NAT type, which you should ask your ISP about), closing background apps that could be conflicting with the game, and updating drivers. Battlefield 6 also requires Secure Boot and TPM 2.0 to be enabled, as these security measures help prevent cheaters, and could be behind your failed authentications. If all else fails, contact EA Support and explain your issue in detail; it could reveal potential problems with your account itself, with the system flagging you for whatever reason. The company is working on resolving the issue as well, since it can just be on its own end. Like our content? Set Destructoid as a Preferred Source on Google in just one step to ensure you see us more frequently in your Google searches! The post Battlefield 6 error code 1:8600, explained appeared first on Destructoid. View the full article
The Arda Guler Ratings Reload SBC is now live in FC 26, and you can complete the challenge to unlock a special card for the Real Madrid wonderkid. Guler becomes the first Ratings Reload card to have been released as part of an SBC. The 86-rated card can be obtained by completing three tasks, and this guide will help you with the cheapest solutions. Table of contentsFC 26 Arda Guler Ratings Reload SBC tasksFC 26 Arda Guler Ratings Reload SBC solutionsFC 26 Arda Guler Ratings Reload SBC tasks Here are the requirements of all three tasks. The requirements are relatively simple, and solving them should be straightforward. Real Madrid Min. 1 Players from: Real MadridMin. Team Rating: 83 LaLiga Min. 1 Players from: LALIGA EA SPORTSMin. 1 Players: Team of the WeekMin. Team Rating: 84 Top Form Min. Team Rating: 85FC 26 Arda Guler Ratings Reload SBC solutions Here are the solutions for completing all three tasks of the SBC. Real Madrid Turner 82Athenea 83Hjulmand 83Koch 82Stiller 83Brahim 82Mancini 83Dali 83McGinn 81Ake 83Mahrez 84 LaLiga Vivian 84Any 82-rated TOTW itemGwinn 84Fernandez 84Greenwood 84Lawrence 84Ruben Neves 84Locatelli 84Maddison 84Joaoa Cancelo 84de Vrij 84 Top Form Viggosdottir 84Cuthbert 85Hjulmand 83Mateo 85Walsh 85Dumfries 84Watkins 84Sorloth 84Joao Cancelo 84Acerbi 84Lewandowski 88 The 86-rated CAM item can play in three different positions and has four roles. It has decent playstyles, including Finesse Shot, Incisive Pass, and Technical. The stats are pretty decent, and he seems like the perfect CAM to add to your lineup. The SBC will cost you around 65,000 coins worth of fodder if you're aiming to complete it from the market. Like our content? Set Destructoid as a Preferred Source on Google in just one step to ensure you see us more frequently in your Google searches! The post FC 26 Arda Guler Ratings Reload SBC tasks and solutions appeared first on Destructoid. View the full article
The Backline Glow evolution is an amazing piece of content for all FC 26 players who are looking to improve their defense in Ultimate Team. For just 10,000 coins, you can improve a CB of your choice and boost it with various upgrades. The list of upgrades includes stat boosts, playstyles, and roles. This guide will help you figure out the best choices for the upgrades. Table of contentsFC 26 Backline Glow evolution requirementsFC 26 Backline Glow evolution upgradesBest players to use in Backline Glow evolutionFC 26 Backline Glow evolution requirements Here are the requirements of the Backline Glow evolution in FC 26. Overall: Max 80Pace: Max 84PlayStyle: Max 5Not Rarity: World Tour Silver StarsPosition: CBFC 26 Backline Glow evolution upgrades The evolution has four levels of upgrades, and there are certain conditions to fulfil. Level 1 upgrades Overall: +7|84Passing: +5|74Defending: +8|84Acceleration: +10|80Sprint Speed: +10|80Roles: Defender+ Level 2 upgrades Aggression: +10|81Agility: +5|70Balance: +5|75Reactions: +10|77PlayStyles: Jockey|5 Level 3 upgrades Aggression: +5|81Jumping: +15|80Stamina: +15|80Strength: +15|81Composure: +15|77Weak Foot: +1|3 Level 4 upgrades Defending: +7|84Agility: +5|70Balance: +5|75Reactions: +5|77PlayStyles: Block|5 Level 1 upgrade requirements Play 3 matches in Squad Battles on min. Semi-Pro difficulty (or Rush/Rivals/Champions/Live Events) using your active EVO Player in game. Level 2 upgrade requirements Win 2 matches in Squad Battles on min. Semi-Pro difficulty (or Rush/Rivals/Champions/Live Events) using your active EVO Player in game. Level 3 upgrade requirements Play 2 matches in Squad Battles on min. Semi-Pro difficulty (or Rush/Rivals/Champions/Live Events) using your active EVO Player in game. Level 4 upgrade requirements Win 3 matches in Squad Battles on min. Semi-Pro difficulty (or Rush/Rivals/Champions/Live Events) using your active EVO Player in game.Best players to use in Backline Glow evolution Here are some of my best recommendations for this evolution. Calvin BasseyLukas KlostermannEmmanuel AgbadouJordan TorunarighaIllia ZabarnyiHiroki ItoFrank KessieNoussair MazraouiMario HermosoLuke ShawLewi Colwill While the upgrades are decent, you can include these cards in future evolutions to create a chain and upgrade their stats further. Like our content? Set Destructoid as a Preferred Source on Google in just one step to ensure you see us more frequently in your Google searches! The post Best players to use for FC 26 Backline Glow evolution appeared first on Destructoid. View the full article
Battlefield 6 is off to a flying start, but many players (myself included) have ended up getting unforeseen crashes. In some situations, players have also reported being unable to launch. These are two fundamentally different problems. The issue of Battlefield 6 not launching stems from specific issues in the background, while the crashes appear to be completely random. Here's how you can try to address the problems before Battlefield Studios sends out a post-launch patch to resolve the situation. How to fix the Battlefield 6 not launching error The Battlefield 6 not launching error is a major problem that you can encounter if you don't have Secure Boot enabled. This is a result of the game's anti-cheat system, which requires you to have Secure Boot enabled. Given the tricky nature of the problem, I won't advise you on whether you should enable it or not. The process also requires you to go to your BIOS settings and make the change, which is a different rabbit hole altogether. [Hidden Content] If you have third-party mounting software like Daemon Tools, Battlefield 6 might either not launch at all, or you'll end up getting crashes. This is a minor issue that might get fixed later with a future patch. However, having Secure Boot enabled is a must if you want the game to be functional on your PC. How to fix Battlefield 6 crashes The crashes appear to be completely random in nature, so here are a few tips and tricks to try out. I have encountered three crashes as of writing on Oct. 10, and all three happened during the Campaign. I will stick to playing online in the meantime if you have also endured the same fate.Reduce the graphical load on your system by opting for the best settings that are suitable for your hardware.If you have downloaded Battlefield 6 on Steam, check the integrity of your downloaded file. If none of these steps work, the only alternative is to reinstall Battlefield 6 from scratch. Ultimately, EA is aware of the current situation, and permanent fixes are expected. Like our content? Set Destructoid as a Preferred Source on Google in just one step to ensure you see us more frequently in your Google searches! The post How to fix Battlefield 6 crashes and not launching error appeared first on Destructoid. View the full article
Game Rant can exclusively reveal the winners of the first round of the Fallout 76 C.A.M.P. Revamp Community contest. The ongoing event is a celebration of the latest Fallout 76 patch, with three more rounds being scheduled to take place in Q4 2025. View the full article
Издательство Bandai Namco Games объявило о релизе Little Nightmares III. Игра доступна на ПК, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4 и PlayStation 5. Версии для Nintendo Switch и Nintendo Switch 2 станут доступны позднее. View the full article
Final Fantasy 14 is bringing back All Saints' Wake later in October, giving players a short time to claim two new rewards from the annual festival. The latest edition of the Halloween-inspired Final Fantasy 14 event will reward participating players with a new mount and a festive poster for their cosmetic collections. View the full article
A super-secret quest found in FF14 7.35 after the completion of the new deep dungeon revisits one of the best characters in Shadowbringers and gives us a tantalizing taste of what might lie ahead. Carefully laid story threads have long been a big part of Final Fantasy 14's growth into one of the best MMORPGs ever made, and as we start to consider what might happen post-Dawntrail in the 8.0 expansion and beyond, it's good to see Square Enix and Creative Studio 3 continuing to reward those that scratch beneath the surface. Read the rest of the story... RELATED LINKS: FF14 7.35 finally adds highly anticipated Monster Hunter collab and so much more Here's the FF14 7.35 release date and the new Arkveld fight in its entirety FF14 is going to have a tough time beating Monster Hunter Wilds' Omega update View the full article
Battlefield 6 has enjoyed an enormous start on Steam, with over 740,000 concurrent players. At the time of this article’s publication, Battlefield 6 had 747,440 concurrent players on Steam. That’s enough to make EA’s new first-person shooter the second most-played game on Valve’s platform, behind only Counter-Strike 2. Battlefield 6 is already the 14th most-played game ever on Steam, with Larian’s Baldur’s Gate 3 in its sights. For context, the Battlefield 6 open beta hit a peak concurrent player count of 521,079. No other Battlefield game has ever come close to these numbers on Steam before. Indeed, Battlefield 6 already has more players than EA's previous Steam record-holder, the free-to-play Apex Legends, which makes the $70 Battlefield 6's achievement all the more impressive. And if you’re wondering, the Call of Duty app, which encompasses all Call of Duty games, has a peak concurrent player count of 491,670 on Steam, which means Battlefield 6 is well on its way to doubling the record set by its FPS rival. The true concurrent player count will be much higher, when you consider players on PlayStation and Xbox, but neither Sony nor Microsoft make those numbers public. (This of course also counts for Call of Duty, which historically is stronger on console than PC.) Perhaps inevitably, Battlefield 6 players face server queues, although it doesn't take too long to log in right now. It’s early days, of course, but it looks like Battlefield 6 is a smash hit for EA. Battlefield 6 already has a huge number of players, but it also already has Call of Duty maps, with one eager fan recreating Modern Warfare favorite Shipment in Portal. While you wait to play, check out IGN's Battlefield 6 multiplayer review in progress, our Battlefield 6 campaign review, and what to expect from Battlefield Season 1. Based on our time with the Battlefield 6 beta, we’ve got a BF6 Beginner’s Guide and Tips, plus the best Battlefield 6 Loadouts and how to use the Range Finder, deploy the Bipod, and how to turn off Haptic Feedback in Battlefield 6. Be sure to check out our report on the biggest talking point going into the Battlefield 6 launch: Open vs. Closed weapons. Wesley is Director, News at IGN. Find him on Twitter at @wyp100. You can reach Wesley at [email protected] or confidentially at *****@*****.tld. View the full article
Battlefield 6 has been a huge hit on Steam, with over 700,000 simultaneous gamers playing it on the platform less than an hour after release. With a serious tone, explosive gameplay, and action-packed multiplayer, EA’s Battlefield 6 seems to be just what the fanbase wanted. View the full article
Tea Garden is a classic euro board game, a mishmash of little systems, progress tracks, currencies, and doodads that offer the player a multitude of different ways to collect victory points. During a recent playthrough, one little system struck me as particularly interesting - not for its tactical challenge, but for how perfectly it married its mechanics and theme, something that eurogames notoriously ***** at. Read the rest of the story... RELATED LINKS: Best ******* mystery board games Best Star Wars board games 2025 The 19 best couples board games in 2025, reviewed by our experts View the full article
Battlefield 6 is taking a unique approach to its weapon unlock system compared to what you might expect from its predecessors, mixing in both standard rank requirements and customized challenges for each class. Rather than being able to simply grind long enough to unlock everything Battlefield 6 has to offer, you'll need to adjust your playstyle and experiment with aspects of each class you might not have considered using before. View the full article
Pokémon's Phantasmal Flames set is still a month away, but over in Japan its rough equivalent Inferno X has been out for several weeks already. Read the rest of the story... RELATED LINKS: All Pokémon sets in order of release Secure your Pokémon Phantasmal Flames pre-orders with Walmart, if you're quick Join us live today as an IP lawyer talks Pokémon, copyright, and tabletop games View the full article
Absolum has four different characters available for the players, and you can unlock them all to enjoy more options. While the game offers you two picks by default, you can expand your roster pretty soon. The actual time taken will differ depending on how well you're doing on your run and the speed of your progression. This guide will provide you with all the required information about the full roster, before discussing who is the best character. How to unlock all characters in Absolum The table below has all the information you need to know to unlock all four characters in Absolum. CharacterHow to UnlockKarlAvailable by defaultGalandraAvailable by defaultCiderCider is the first of the two unlockable characters in Absolum. You'll find Gazog in an encounter, and then take him down. Gazog isn't the most demanding boss you'll come across; however, he can still dish out decent damage. Once you take care of Gazog, visit the Goblin Village. There, you'll need to assist Cider in a battle, and she will then become available for selection. BromeBrome is the second of two characters to unlock in the game. You'll encounter him in Jaroba and then help him in a battle to add him to your roster. It's fair to say that Brome will likely take a long time for you reach him. Which is the best character in Absolum Screenshot by Destructoid All four characters in Absolum have their unique playstyles, strengths, and weaknesses. You can clear the game with all of them. However, my favorite character is Galandra. She's available from the start, and her kit is better than that of Karl. Galandra's playstyle is highly suitable for every style of player. It does just the right amount of damage without being overpowered. Once you upgrade some of your Rituals from Vikhana, Galandra will definitely be the easiest character to master to clear the game. If you want to go for a ranged playstyle instead, go with Brome. His kit is pretty simple and fun to play for those who don't want to get too close to the enemies. And if things are too challenging, you can always change the difficulty from the settings. Like our content? Set Destructoid as a Preferred Source on Google in just one step to ensure you see us more frequently in your Google searches! The post All characters in Absolum and how to get them appeared first on Destructoid. View the full article
It feels like it was just yesterday that Sony hardware architect Mark Cerny was first teasing Sony's "PS4 successor" and its "enhanced ray-tracing capabilities" powered by new AMD chips. Now that we're nearly five full years into the PS5 era, it's time for Sony and AMD to start teasing the new chips that will power what Cerny calls "a future console in a few years' time." In a quick nine-minute video posted Thursday, Cerny sat down with Jack Huynh, the senior VP and general manager of AMD's Computing and Graphics Group, to talk about "Project Amethyst," a co-engineering effort between both companies that was also teased back in July. And while that Project Amethyst hardware currently only exists in the form of a simulation, Cerny said that the "results are quite promising" for a project that's still in the "early days." Mo’ ML, fewer problems? Project Amethyst is focused on going beyond traditional rasterization techniques that don't scale well when you try to "brute force that with raw power alone," Huynh said in the video. Instead, the new architecture is focused on more efficient running of the kinds of machine-learning-based neural networks behind AMD's FSR upscaling technology and Sony's similar PSSR system. Read full article Comments View the full article
Current and former MindsEye developers have published an open letter criticizing Build A Rocket Boy's leadership, accusing it of mismanagement and several other missteps. The move adds to the growing list of controversies resulting from MindsEye's launch. View the full article
93 current and former developers that worked at Mindseye studio Build A Rocket Boy have penned an open letter demanding change at the company. Criticizing management, the handling of layoffs, and high levels of overtime, the letter also directly calls on Leslie Benzies (who previously worked on the GTA games at Rockstar) and Mark Gerhard (formerly the CEO of Runescape studio Jagex) to reflect on "how you treat your own." Through a union, the group of ex-BARB devs are also filing "legal claims" against the company. Read the rest of the story... RELATED LINKS: Mindseye delays its exciting Hitman crossover until "the time is right" Mindseye system requirements Mindseye studio head reportedly aims to 'relaunch' its underwhelming debut game View the full article
Battlefield 6is being hailed as a return to form for the Battlefield series, and that inherently means that it's a pretty sophisticated game. While pointing and shooting will get you some kills here and there, true Battlefield mastery requires much more knowledge of its ins and outs. View the full article
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Just over a week after announcing an October open beta for the Steam edition of Team Fortress 2 Classic, the throwback version of Valve's famed team-based shooter, developer Eminoma has an update: Never mind... Read more.View the full article