The DAUM EU Project Manager for Black Desert Online took to the game’s official forum to reveal some new information about forthcoming closed beta-test scheduled for mid-December.

In addition to the precise dates and times of the CBT, several screenshots were posted to show some graphical alterations made in response to alpha-test feedback. For instance, walking will be included in the closed beta and “darker nights” which you can see in the screenshot below.

In addition to this, several other tidbits of information were revealed:

• Level cap will in all probability be 50
• Additional graphic options will be added
• PvP level requirement being upped to 30 from 20
• Health potions’ cooldown has been increased
• Rebalancing of several classes is underway
• The world map UI has been heavily revamped
• New skins, haircolors, baldness, new beards options

Several issues that players brought up are not yet addressed in time for CBT1. These include vigor system, trading system, cash shop and summonable open world bosses.

Square Enix is sending out emails to players to remind them of the forthcoming closure of Final Fantasy XI on March 31, 2016 for both PlayStation 2 and XBox.

This email is being sent to the email addresses of all Square Enix accounts that possess a FINAL FANTASY XI service account.

As previously announced on Thursday, March 19, 2015, PlayStation(R)2 and Xbox 360(R) service for FINAL FANTASY XI will end on Thursday, March 31, 2016.

As such, PlayStation(R)2 and Xbox 360(R) service will not be available after March 31, 2016.

Automatic billing for active FINAL FANTASY XI accounts will persist through the cancellation of PlayStation(R)2 and Xbox 360(R) service. Those wishing to cancel their accounts are advised to do so manually.

Those currently enjoying FINAL FANTASY XI on their PlayStation(R)2 or Xbox 360(R) will be able to continue playing on the Windows(R) version.

Follow the procedures laid out in the below link to continue adventuring in the world of Vana’diel via Windows(R).

Installing PlayOnline/FINAL FANTASY XI for Windows(R)
http://www.playonline.com/ff11us/download/media/install_win.html

Players may continue enjoying FINAL FANTASY XI with the same SQUARE ENIX Account, PlayOnline ID and PlayOnline password after installation.

ARK: Survival Evolved players are invited to participate in a Thanksgiving event in game that began on the 25th of November and would last until December 1st. Players can check out the Turkey Trials where they are challenged to hunt and find Super Turkeys that have been released throughout the game world.

By harvesting sufficient Super Turkey Wishbones from these bloodthirsty, genetically-modified creatures, players can craft their very own stylish “Chieftain” Hat, or choose to summon the ‘god-like’ DodoRex creature to do their bidding for a limited period of time. So, go forth Survivors, and hunt down those Turkeys!

For more information , please click here.

Recently, Neocore announced that The Incredible Adventures of Van Helsing will be released for XBox One on Tuesday, December 1st.

This Gothic-Noir Action RPG series has gathered quite the fanbase on PC, so it’s a logical next step to bring young Van Helsing and his ghost companion, Lady Katarina to the console gamers as well.Experience Borgovia, the land filled with monsters and corrupted by weird science! Level up, defend and upgrade your lair, gather clues and loot, enjoy the witty, self-aware story, and most importantly: prepare to hunt with your trusty controller!

You can visit their developer blog for more information by clicking here.

A pleasant news for Guild Wars 2 players has been announced! Word is out that ArenaNet will be saying a warm thank you to its Guild Wars 2 player community by offering one item per day for free from the Gem Store. A new item will be revealed each day via Twitter that can then be claimed in-game.

We’re thankful for #GW2 players for being part of our journey–visit the gem store this weekend for thank-you gifts!

You can follow @GuildWars2 on Twitter to see which gifts are available beginning Friday, November 27th.

Nikita Online has recently announced that the worldwide launch of Sphere 3: Enchanted World will start on December 2nd. Players are to be able to take part in the PvP MMO that features non-target combat, massive battles, castle sieges, a rich story and more.

Having a strong emphasis on mass PvP, developers of “Sphere 3” paid special attention to performance: the “engine” of the game is optimized in such a way as to provide users with the most comfortable gameplay even the most action-packed game situations, even if computing power and internet connection speed leave much to be desired.

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League of Legends social systems developer Jeffery Lin revealed that toxic players will be losing at least a pair of opportunities in the game once the massive number of 2016 updates begin to hit. Repeatedly participating in toxic behavior will see reported players losing the opportunity for loot rewards in game that can include free skins, limited time mounts and more.

While Lin said the developer is still ironing out details on the point at which a player’s account will be cut off, he confirmed that players who are consistently tagged for negative behavior will not get any drops. Likewise, they will not be able to use crafting, where undesired drops can be traded in for something else.

There is not yet any ETA on when looting and crafting will enter the game, but both are “high priorities” and will go live in 2016.

Bethesda has recently announced that it will be putting tons of things up for sale on the Elder Scrolls Online store beginning on Wednesday, November 25th.

Beginning on Wednesday, November 25^th, we’ll be offering a Black Fredas Special for 1,900 crowns on PC, Mac, Xbox One, and PlayStation®4. This bundle will include the following items:

• Green Narsis Guar Mount
• 10 Crown Experience Scrolls
• 10 Crown Riding Speed Lessons
• 10 Crown Riding Capacity Lessons
• 10 Crown Fortifying Meals
• 10 Crown Soul Gems
• 50 Crown Tri-Restoration Potion

For more information regarding the sales on the Elder Scrolls Online , please click here.

Continent of the Ninth Seal will be updated with the Ancient Arena content expansion today. The update is said to include a new PvP tournament system, a new competitive PvE dungeon, both complete with new gear and rewards.

In addition, PvP enthusiasts with a level of 45 or higher will be able to take part in a new 1v1 PvP tournament every Sunday, with winners gaining special Auspice and even more rewards.

Along with these new features, the update will introduce many improvements for the game, such as the Fishing Bait & Auspice Exchange System and the Hero Support Chest Rework.

The Hero Support Chest will contain over 8,000 Wcoin (80 USD) worth of new and useful items, such as highly enhanced weapons corresponding to a player’s class, Inventory Expansion Scrolls, Skill Reset Scrolls, Teleport Wings and more.

For more information , please click here.

Citadel Studios has announced that the pre-alpha for their MMORPG , Shards Online will start on December 3rd for $75 backers, December 10th for anyone backing the game at $40+. Servers will be up 24/7 for the duration of the pre-alpha event with no wipes.

The major focus of game system updates for the Pre-Alpha 3 phase is on controls and the new player experience. As such,  we’ve completely revamped the controls, added a brand new targeting system to make combat far more responsive and accurate, and we’ve extended the new player quest that includes 7 profession quests and 4 exploration quests to get players acclimated to life before setting them out on their own.

For more information , please click here.