Both new and veteran players have likely heard of Diablo 4's Butcher, but their understanding of him varies significantly, leading to vastly different attitudes towards him and adding a unique element of fun to the game.

This article will continue to provide a detailed introduction for players in the following sections.

Butcher Introduction

As a boss, Butcher isn't confined to specific quests; players can encounter him in any Dungeon. Note that the capricious Butcher will attack players at any time, constantly reminding players to be vigilant on the map.

The moment a player encounters him, his gaze instantly locks onto the player. The next second, the player will hear his greedy exclamation, Ah, fresh meat! followed by the heavy footsteps of Butcher charging towards the player.

Although his imposing physique is the first impression he gives players, players should not overlook his boss status; his rapid movement speed is also one of his strengths. His preferred weapon is Hook, which he uses to lock onto players, drag them over, and attack, often dealing massive damage.

Butcher has always been a unique spawn point, practically an integral part of Diablo 4 for a long time. Many players consider him aniconic character in the game. What's special is that players of different skill levels will take completely different approaches when dealing with Butcher, which has sparked a growing discussion.

In reality, experienced high-level players no longer consider Butcher a threat. However, for newcomers who haven't leveled up quickly enough and have limited experience, facing this sudden boss can be overwhelming, especially given the significant power disparity between them and Butcher.

Countermeasures

Recently, a player encountered Butcher at level 9, fighting desperately but still being instantly killed. Unaware of the situation, he initially thought Butcher was part of the mission he was supposed to complete, but it turned out to be just a surprise gift from the developers to the players.

For low-level players, the best solution in this situation is to run away immediately. Don't have any conquest mentality towards the currently powerful Butcher; the disastrous outcome will once again shock you. After all, how can a player equipped with only white or blue items like Butter Knife and Burlap Sack possibly cope?

Advice for New Players: Don't worry about being instantly killed by Butcher. His appearance is designed to create a tense and exciting first encounter. Of course, you'll soon experience frustration. New players should think of him as a stepping stone on their leveling journey. Once you're strong enough, you might even look back fondly on those innocent days.

To deal with Butcher, run around him in circles, whittling down his health as much as possible. Alternatively, you can inflict damage first, then constantly look for opportunities to change your position. The key to this method is to increase his movement speed and wear down his health. Be careful not to stray too far from him. Butcher's Hook is not to be underestimated.

Encountering Butcher is inherently random, and players will not only meet Butcher once. Therefore, players treat it as a practice opportunity and don't need to care too much about winning or losing. It's fair to say that every player will experience Butcher's relentless attacks in the early stages.

In the early game, new players should focus on the campaign mode, as this is essential for leveling up and will be indispensable in later battles. Spending about 8 hours should allow you to level up your first character of the season to level 60. Afterward, collect Diablo 4 items such as Tempering, Gems, and maxed Whisper Caches to help your subsequent characters level up.

Note that players should pay attention to the color-coded quests; purple quests are important and should be prioritized. As you level up, the amount of gear consumed will become increasingly noticeable, but as you defeat enemies, your gear level will gradually reach its maximum, making it incredibly easy to defeat enemies with a single blow.

Furthermore, since Season 12's theme is Slaughter, there will be two Butchers. These include the previously encountered Old Butcher and Relentless Butcher. With Butchers becoming stronger in the new season, their appearance frequency will also increase significantly, which is like adding insult to injury for novice players.

Old Butchers are relatively rare, and for low-level players, the chance of successfully killing him is extremely slim. However, it's not a guaranteed endeavor. By changing your mindset, you can understand that he won't spawn twice in a dungeon at the same time. Exploiting this loophole, players can simply die and respawn to avoid him.

Later, in Torment difficulty, the significant difference with Relentless Butcher is that he respawns, making the previous approach impossible. The good news is that his attack power is lower than Old Butcher's, so you can try to damage him. Ultimately, it's a thankless task, as players will gain zero experience and zero loot.

In general, there's no need to worry too much about Butcher's existence. The different experiences you have with them at each stage are part of the player's enjoyment. We look forward to seeing your brilliant performance in Diablo 4 Season 12, Season of Slaughter.

With the final week of March upon us, ARC Raiders Week 21 Trials are officially open, running from March 23rd to March 29th, 2026.

Combined with the upcoming Arc Raiders Flashpoint on March 31st, 2026, now is the perfect time to complete weekly challenges, accumulate resources, and farm powerful ARC Raiders blueprints.

Below is a guide to this week's five trials, helping you quickly grasp the characteristics of each trial and the best methods for completing them.

Notably, completing trials during major map conditions will double your points. This mechanism significantly reduces the time needed to achieve three stars. Missions that previously required multiple runs can often be completed in a single run with the double points bonus.

Harvest Plants

In this non-violent trial, you only need to gather plants, without engaging in any combat. Avoiding direct confrontations with ARC enemies, this is the most relaxing trial of the week for players who want a relaxed experience and don't want intense battles.

Once you reach the ground, you need to look for and harvest plants like Mushrooms, Great Mullein, and Agave.

It's best to gather plants in Lush Blooms mode for the best rewards. Lush Blooms mode rotates approximately every two hours.

Note that any fruit you can gather, such as lemons, pears, or others, will not contribute to your trial progress. Because some plants don't count towards the trial, you'll need to focus on specific plants.

Destroy Ticks, Fireballs, and Pops

Ticks, Fireballs, and Pops are the most basic and easiest ARC enemies to defeat in ARC Raiders; they can be found in abundance on any map.

The Blue Gate and Stella Montis are the two locations with the highest numbers of Ticks, Fireballs, and Pops. The best way to eliminate them is to enter buildings or enclosed areas. These areas have narrow terrain, which restricts their movement and prevents them from scattering, making it easier for players to clear them in one go.

Any weapon type can deal with these ARC enemies; aiming for their weak points will be more efficient. However, when they gather in large numbers, things can get tricky, so it's best to ensure they don't cluster together.

Once you've eliminated enough Ticks, Fireballs, and Pops to reach three stars, you can successfully extract.

Damage ground-based ARC enemies

This trial requires you to deal damage to all ground-based ARC enemies. There are a wide variety of countable enemy types, providing you with multiple options, and it can be run concurrently with other trials, greatly saving trial time.

Currently, there are 13 types of ground-based ARC enemies that meet the requirements:

• Tick
• Pop
• Fireball
• Comet
• Turret
• Surveyor
• Sentinel
• Shredder
• Leaper
• Bastion
• Grenadier
• Matriarch
• Queen

Different enemies offer different points. For example, killing a Pop grants 400 points, while killing a Bastion grants over 2000 points.

This means that during the major map condition, you only need to kill one Bastion to achieve a three-star rating. This is the most efficient speedrun method this week, suitable for players who want to complete the trial quickly.

For a more stable and easier completion, it is recommended to enter Stella Montis in Night Raid mode and focus on clearing out Pops. Killing about five Pops will easily complete the trial and allow for a successful extraction.

Search containers in the Medical Research wing

This trial should be easy to complete. Just follow the steps below.

First, you need to go to Stella Montis. It's best to load the map during Night Raid to increase your chances of getting three stars.

After reaching the summit, head to the west side of the map and go to Medical Research Wing. Once inside, simply search around, looting all the containers you can find, and then successfully evacuate.

Disable mines during Locked Gate

This trial requires The Blue Gate to be loaded under Locked Gate map condition.

You need to find Explosive Mines on the surface; they are scattered throughout the map. Two good concentrations of Explosive Mines are on the slopes of Pilgrim's Peak and around Reinforced Reception, each providing 300 points. You need to disable 14 Explosive Mines to achieve three stars in this trial.

When you approach an Explosive Mine, you'll hear a beeping noise and see a red indicator light. Then you can slowly approach until you can disable it and repeat this process. It's recommended to carry plenty of Healings to prevent accidental explosions.

ARC Raiders Week 21 Trials are generally not very difficult. Utilizing map conditions effectively will earn you double points, significantly saving time. This week doesn't have any particularly challenging trials like "Get Hit by Lightning"; all trials are relatively simple and easy to complete. Whether you're a veteran player or a newcomer, you can easily complete all three-star challenges.

After achieving full stars, you'll not only receive a large amount of loot but also have a chance to earn blueprints, preparing for the upcoming Flashpoint update.

Hey everyone! In ARC Raiders, I entered Spaceport during Electromagnetic Storm event and successfully scored 34,414 points in Damage Bombardiers challenge.

Below, I'll show you my entire process of collecting loot, earning Trial Points, and climbing Leaderboard. I hope my experience will be helpful to you. Give it a try!

Gear and Locations

To achieve this goal, I use a full set of Wolfpacks to ensure I could reach the damage required in Damage Bombardiers and earn all Trials Points from every kill.

In addition to the 12 Wolfpacks I carried, I also brought a Hullcracker with five stacks of ammo, a Renegade with one stack of ammo, a Light Shield to increase movement speed, four sets of Adrenaline Shots, several sets of Healing items, an Electro-Invisibility Cloak, and a Mk. 3 (Survivor) to prevent being knocked down by my own Wolfpacks. It's worth mentioning that I also brought Ziplines and Snap Hooks for faster movement, but I didn't use them this time.

If you want to use the same method, you need to farm a lot of Rocketeers. I found the best farming location is Dam Battlegrounds. Go to Dam Battlegrounds during Night Raids or Electromagnetic Storms, and bring a Jupiter, Snap Hook, or Zipline.

Farming Rocketeers and Collecting Drivers

When you climb to the pipeline tower, you can see almost all Rocketeer spawn points from there. Lure them over, build up damage with Jupiter, and kill them when they fly over the top of the pipeline tower. This way, you can safely loot supplies without worrying about raiders attacking you from behind without warning, like with Ziplines or Snap Hooks.

Also, remember to loot every part of Rocketeers. This will give you the epic, recyclable item- Rocketeer Driver. While you'll usually only get one Rocketeer Driver, it's not uncommon to get two from killing enemies. So be sure to loot all parts carefully and collect as many Drivers as possible, as they can be used to upgrade Explosives Station, unlocking more craftable items to prepare for farming Bombardies.

Farm Bombardiers for Loot

Once you enter Spaceport, you have two Bombardier spawn points to visit. The first spawn point is near the trench towers, and the second is near the control tower. Use Adrenaline Shots to quickly dash to the closer spawn point. Once you're close to the Bombardier, prepare your Wolfpacks.

When deploying Wolfpacks, remember they often scatter to attack other enemies, so taking a second or two to check for threats like Rocketeers is well worth it.

While ideally Rocketeers can kill a Bombardier in two shots, in my experience, they usually spread their fire to other targets, leaving Bombardier alive even after two volleys. I took it down in a few shots with Hullcracker shots, but that initially put me in some dangerous situations. After eliminating the first Bombardier, I headed straight for the second target.

On the way, I was walking on the zipline at the bottom of the launch tower, unaware that a raider was already there, and I fell to my death. Luckily, I was equipped with a Mk. 3 (Survivor), so I decided to climb over—until I heard someone approaching behind me. It was the raider I'd just fallen from Zipline; he saved me and my entire mission.

Because of this, I missed the second Bombardier in that round. So I returned to the first spawn point and waited for it to respawn. Bombardier takes about 7 minutes to respawn, and it always appears in the same location, so just stay nearby and watch for the smoke rising from the sky.

Once Bombardier appears, throw two Wolfpacks and kill it with a Hullcracker if necessary.

Quickly head to the second spawn point again. I was lucky this time; the second Bombardier appeared almost as soon as I arrived in the area. If timed correctly, you can arrive the instant it respawns, preventing other raiders from attacking you and taking your Trail Points.

With two Wolfpacks, I easily killed it before anyone else, then returned to the first spawn point and repeated the above steps until the end of the match.

When the match reached 10 minutes, I carefully considered how much risk I was willing to take with my Wolfpacks depleted. Fighting Bombardier with only a Hullcracker would be longer and more dangerous. So I decided to end my kill spree around the 5-minute mark, killing the last Bombardier and then using the remaining time to loot the remaining uncollected Bombardier corpses.

Ultimately, I acquired a huge amount of loot, which gave me a significant advantage and allowed me to score over 34,000 points.

Once you've eliminated enough Bombardiers and are satisfied with your score, return to Speranza, collect any remaining loot, watch your score climb on Leaderboards, and earn your exclusive ARC Raiders blueprints.

That's the guide to soloing ARC Raiders Damage Bombardiers for 34k+ points! Go play!

As ARC Raiders continues its steady development, Embark Studios, a mainstay of the shoot-and-escape game genre, is constantly refining the game's details, aiming to maintain mainstream industry tastes while developing its own unique style.

A week ago, Embark Studios announced changes to the game's voice acting, advocating for the replacement of the original AI-generated voices with real-life voice actors. CEO Patrick Söderlund believes this is crucial for enhancing the overall quality and player immersion.

To learn more, follow along as I continue.

Key Dialogues Re-recorded by Humans

Today, it's undeniable that ARC Raiders has achieved a significant market share, boasting sales and approximately one million weekly active players. This growing audience constantly puts the game in the spotlight. Therefore, the somewhat stiff AI voice acting is no longer suitable.

Early on, some players complained about AI dialogue sounding out of place in the beautifully designed world-building. This shows that the voice acting issues were already emerging. Embark Studios believes that actors imbue their recorded voices with rich emotion and experience. Subtle differences lie hidden within this.

Of course, Söderlund further clarifies that this doesn't mean replacing all AI lines with humans. He argues that for certain scenes in the game, such as those emphasizing emotional expression, crucial moments, and scenes involving subtext, human actors are clearly more suitable.

For the already well-received AI-generated clips, an upgraded approach will be adopted. This choice between human actors and AI demonstrates the developers' efforts to balance the daily workload and costs of game voice acting.

Embark continues to emphasize that the game's primary visual presentation is unrelated to generative AI. This clearly demonstrates the studio's firm stance and principles, conveying a clear boundary between intelligent tools and game style. It effectively answers previous controversies surrounding the alleged involvement of AI in the game's development process.

With the voice changes in ARC Raiders, the game's monthly sales reached 14 million, and weekly active users exceeded 6 million, which seems to reflect the players' attitude. The voice changes may seem like a minor step, but as a creative means of retaining players, they appear to be very successful. Voice is a companion for players in the game, and a human touch becomes key.

Voice acting quality consistently outweighs cost

With AI dialogue developing rapidly and becoming increasingly sophisticated, more and more game developers are choosing to abandon voice actors. However, it's not without flaws; the core issue is the lack of human emotional expression. This can be seen in easily overlooked pauses, subtle breathing sounds, and noticeably different tones of voice.

The shortcomings of AI dialogue are precisely where the professional skills of voice actors shine. It's worth mentioning that large-scale narrative games like Baldur's Gate 3 still use real actors, with a cast exceeding one hundred. This undoubtedly represents a significant investment of time, experience, and valuable effort from Larian Studios.

In fact, the economic benefits of the changes cannot be measured solely by the lower cost of AI; it's a crucial aspect of game strategy. Synthetic voices can adapt to the rapid pace of technological change, as frequent updates to game storylines necessitate quick selection of live-action voice actors.

However, it's important to consider the substantial number of game users. The existence of placeholder ships would force rework, undoubtedly eroding player trust and immersion.

Embark opted for a hybrid approach, combining AI and live actors. On one hand, AI ensures timely updates to the game's voice packs, improving operational speed. On the other hand, live actors primarily enrich emotional expression, providing nuance and complement.

This combination achieves the optimal voice solution to the greatest extent possible. Inevitably, the ever-expanding user base will lead to increasing costs, continuously posing new challenges for Embark Studios.

Outlook for AI Voice in Gaming Industry

The development of ARC Raiders is no longer as modest as it once was and comes at a critical time when the entire gaming industry is being forced to rethink AI. According to the latest gaming industry survey released by GDC, many game developers are beginning to use generative AI, which is a dangerous sign.

Fortunately, most developers remain concerned about the negative impacts of AI on games, and consequently, on employment, ethics, and quality. Convenience often leads to significant problems. This issue has attracted the attention of SAG-AFTRA and UK Equity, both of which strongly advocate for the need for permission to use synthesized voices in interactive media. Compensation and protection are also essential.

Currently, many studios are making moves in the field of AI voice synthesis. For example, using AI to simulate casual conversations and NPC dialogues, and using AI learning to complete dialogue for a deceased actor. It is worth noting that AI's capabilities are growing stronger and cannot be ignored.

Based on market feedback and analysis of diverse audience opinions, it's generally believed that while AI can compensate for shortcomings, it shouldn't be used to replace live-action performances. Tools must be used appropriately to fulfill their intended purpose.

Embark will also be making minor tweaks to the voice acting and some ARC Raiders Items; players can look forward to it. Knowing that ARC Raiders is focusing on live-action voice acting, do you have any thoughts on other aspects of the game?

Path of Exile Mirage League launched on March 6th. This League allows for some very powerful defensive builds, primarily due to the addition of Keepers of Flame in League 3.28, including the Genesis tree and all Foulborn unique items.

In addition, the new League introduces Volatile Vaal Orbs, granting players previously unattainable Legendary item attributes. This guide will detail some of the powerful defensive builds in League 3.28, aiming to deepen players' understanding of the game.

Damage Taken As League Changes

First, we need to understand the core mechanic of PoE, Breach 2.0, and its impact on damage-taking builds, especially how to achieve 100% physical damage conversion. In League 3.25, many methods for converting physical damage to other damage types were significantly weakened or even removed. This has resulted in many builds no longer achieving the 100% damage conversion rate that was popular across multiple Leagues.

Then, in League 3.26, a new unique jewel, Bound By Destiny, was added, which could convert up to 10% of physical damage into elemental damage based on Conqueror Modifiers. However, this was still insufficient to compensate for the impact of previous League nerfs.

In League 3.27, Keepers of Flame, new Filthy gear was introduced, some of which once again unlocked the potential to convert 100% of physical damage into other types of damage. At that league, it was uncertain whether Filthy gear would be added to core gear, but it has now been officially added to core gameplay in League 3.28, with eight pieces.

Reaching 100% Physical Damage Shift

After League 3.28, these defensive setups are now usable in core gameplay. To convert 100% of physical damage received into elemental damage, you need to combine some unique items with Eldritch Implicit Modifier. It's worth noting that you can also use Lightning Coil to convert 50% of physical damage received into lightning damage.

In addition, there's the unique shield from Dawn Breaker, which converts up to 20% of physical damage received into fire damage. This brings your physical damage conversion rate up to 70%.

Then there's the unique jewel Bound By Destiny, which converts up to 10% of physical damage received into elemental damage. However, note that this jewel requires you to equip four specific Warlord-influenced items to activate.

Remember, you should avoid exceeding 100% of your damage conversion rate, as this attribute, unlike damage conversion, is not normalized to 100%. This means that if your conversion rate is significantly higher than 100%, you will take more damage than you would have originally received as physical damage.

Therefore, attributes like armor offer no real benefit beyond auxiliary mechanics like Molten Shell. With 75% base resistance, this means that regardless of how high the physical attack damage is, you will only take a quarter of the damage.

In PoE Mirage League, players must consider base resistance because many physical attacks deal significantly less damage than elemental attacks.

Regarding damage reduction itself, you can further enhance your damage reduction capabilities through Fortification, Endurance Charge, or Maximum Resistance if you wish.

This mechanism is very powerful, but it also has a significant drawback. It severely restricts your build choices, as you need to use specific gear to complement multiple gear slots.

In Path of Exile 3.28 League, the introduction of Volatile Vaal Orbs will increase your modifier cap by up to 22%. This means you may need to invest heavily in Path of Exile Currency on your gear; if your budget allows, you can quickly reach your desired modifier goals.

100% Shift with Corruptions

Lightning Coil can be corrupted with Volatile Vaal Orbs, increasing the percentage of physical damage received converted to lightning damage to 61%. This equates to an additional 11% damage conversion. Dawn Breaker does the same, increasing the percentage of physical damage received converted to fire damage to 24%.

This means that by equipping just two pieces of gear, you can achieve a damage conversion rate of up to 85%. After that, you can achieve 100% conversion by using Bound By Destiny with Eldrich helmet implicit.

Full Fire Taken Setup

Thanks to Volatile Vaal Orbs, you have another option. Converting 100% of physical damage to fire damage is especially important when using Sublime-Vision builds, as it converts all frost and lightning damage to fire damage. However, this setup is also very expensive.

Cloak of Flame can convert 49% of physical damage to fire damage through Volatile Vaal Orbs corruption effect. Then, Darnaw provides a 20% bonus. Eldrich helmet can convert up to 8% of physical damage to fire damage. Finally, using a Bound By Destiny jewel with four Warlord-influenced items can convert up to 10% of physical damage to fire damage.

Taken As Chaos Setups

Let's take a look at the last defensive setup for League 3.28. You can use Volatile Vaal Orb from Incandescent Heart Armor to convert up to 30% of elemental damage into Chaos damage. Meanwhile, Bound By Destiny, combined with four Warlord-influenced items, can convert up to 10% of elemental damage into Chaos damage.

This means you can convert up to 90% of the damage you take into Chaos damage. In addition, Fugitive Ring base introduced in Path of Exile League provides 2% maximum chaos resistance.

That concludes this article. Volatile Vaal Orb enables insane defensive setups in League 3.28, hopefully improving your gaming experience.

The newly updated Hurricane map condition for ARC Raiders, including the new raid caches, has attracted a lot of attention from players, including yourself. Note that regular day raids are still profitable, especially Buried City, where the gold and other rewards are plentiful, making it well worth exploring.

Before entering the map, you can carry a Looting Mk. 2. Looted equipment and valuable items can be placed in extra augment slots. Also, bring a level 4 Anvil with a silencer for defense against ambushes along the way, and a Burletta IV with a Compensator II and a Light Mag III for protection against any PvP.

Once you're ready, head straight to the alluring Buried City. Deciding which resources to keep and what to discard will be a sweet dilemma.

Step 1

Don't forget your essential Adrenaline Shot. Now, head to your destination for today, Buried City. First, you'll need some blueprints to prepare for your adventure. If you spawn at Grandioso Apartments, get moving before other players.

Besides blueprints, you'll need to gather more basic materials, as many projects require them. Therefore, focus on scavenging during your exploration. You'll likely find metal parts, plastic, chemicals, vases, cloth, and the like.

With luck, you might find the first beautiful snow globe, a Surveillance Key, and Seven Sorrows Rosary Metal. Of course, this is just the beginning of your adventure. Later on, obtaining more ARC Raiders Coins is your ultimate goal.

During the scavenging phase, prioritizing valuable items will improve your exploration efficiency. For example, you can disassemble plastic and a small bicycle pump and repack them. Touching containers on the map often yields unexpected rewards.

Your XP will also increase with these actions. Don't give up scavenging just because other players have already searched for items; everyone's choices are different. For instance, some players don't need crude materials, only chemicals. The cabinet contains many useful items, such as durable cloth and duct tape, which you'll need.

Step 2

Once you've looted enough, it's time to move on. To do this, strategically sort through the items in your backpack to improve efficiency. Items like speaker components can be discarded, except for making a cape. After all, a good weapon is key.

Now check out the little jump over location. With your previous looting experience, you can tell if the location has been looted by checking for an opening at the back. This is based on the assumption that players will leave from the back after their actions.

Head to the little jump over location by entering through the small window and then going up the stairs. Before jumping, remember to check for a Grenade Tube and avoid it to save your life.

By the way, if you want to get the Level 1 reward on Scrappy difficulty, Buried City will fulfill your wish. Afterwards, you can find some wires, a Recharger, a heavy fuse, and more metal, which is also the first Snap Hook of the season.

Step 3

Use the Snap Hook and jump immediately to save time. Don't use the roll tech again, or you'll want the Snap Hook to shatter right in front of you. So remember, this is an instinctive action you should avoid.

After landing, don't stop searching. You have a chance to get a double snow globe. Drop it into Trigger 'Nade; it's a friendly sign. You can also consider trading the sensor for a medium gun and the vase for double Sterilized Bandages.

Most players are drawn to the hurricane event, and the regular Buried City raid is holding a considerable amount of loot, waiting for you to farm - it's insane! So, it's best to estimate your inventory space wisely.

Step 4

After completing this, head straight to Santa Maria's house, taking everything with you. If you're considering discarding items, choose some common Durable Cloth and Rubber; you won't feel too bad about it. Santa Maria houses are a worthwhile looting spot on the map.

Be wary of potential battles with other players. Conserve your energy and try to escape or hide to avoid a Pyrrhic victory. The last place to check is Red Tower; if you're lazy, you'll definitely miss the cat beds and very comfortable pillows.

Before going inside, don't miss the items in the corners of the rooftops. These are places you might easily overlook while looting. You'll find things like a backpack or fabric. Hidden corners are often the most neglected areas.

When choosing to evacuate, you'll have two options: jump down using the hatch key or walk directly to the extraction point. Afterwards, take stock of your loot. You'll be amazed by the sheer quantity - a massive amount of loot that will largely satisfy all your needs.

This is the experience and rewards you'll get from looting in Buried City in ARC Raiders. For those who prioritize obtaining ARC Raiders Items, Buried City is the best choice, even during the day.

Call of Duty Black Ops 7 released a small update on November 25th, addressing player-reported issues such as unexpected disconnections and game crashes causing lost progress in CO-OP campaign Endgame mode.

Below, we'll provide a detailed overview of this new mechanic, keeping you informed about the latest developments and enhancing your gaming experience.

Endgame Mode

As a new PvE mode introduced in CoD BO7, CO-OP campaign Endgame mode offers greater flexibility compared to traditional Call of Duty game modes.

This mode provides players with a wealth of missions and challenges, while the ability to freely explore the area allows players to control the pace of the game. Whether exploring solo or teaming up for cooperative combat, Endgame mode caters to your needs.

In the game, you land in Avalon. During your journey to the pick-up zone, you can freely explore the area, cooperating with other players to complete challenges and missions and level up your combat rank. The ultimate goal is to successfully extract with loot.

Avalon is divided into four zones, each with different requirements for players. As the difficulty increases, players will face more challenging missions and objectives.

To avoid repeated failures due to insufficient equipment and weapons, it's best to choose suitable items and upgrade their levels before the game starts to help you dominate.

There are many ways to upgrade weapons in Call of Duty Black Ops 7. Whether you choose to engage in dangerous adventures in multiplayer or Zombies modes, or hone your skills against equally skilled players in CoD Black Ops 7 bot lobbies, you can improve your abilities.

In each battle, your equipment will also improve. With repeated battles, you'll be able to easily handle the powerful enemies in Avalon's higher-level zones.

Also Read: CoD BO7 Best Sniper Loadouts & Game Settings | Perks, Attachments & Aiming Guide

Meanwhile, high-damage weapons will help you overcome difficulties in easier zones more quickly, unlocking more challenging content faster, and ultimately leading to the extremely difficult final showdown in CoD BO7.

Disconnect Protection Mechanism

The official patch note on November 25th mentioned the details of this update. The new disconnect protection mechanism introduced in this update preserves a player's combat rating in Endgame mode.

When a player lands in Avalon to start a match, the game automatically captures their current Combat Rating.

During the remaining game time, players can complete in-game challenges and missions to improve their Combat Rating, just as before.

However, if an unexpected event causes a player to quit the game or the game to disconnect, upon re-entering the game, the player will start the next match with their previously recorded rating.

This mechanism saves players time compared to restarting the game, allowing them to progress to higher levels more quickly.

It's worth noting that the developers mentioned developing a more robust mechanism to ensure player protection.

Imagine future games featuring more intelligent and customizable mechanisms. Players won't have to worry about losing their progress due to accidents; even if they accidentally quit, adjustments can be made to maintain their current progress instead of reverting to a previous state.

This update fully demonstrates that the official CoD Black Ops 7 team has always paid attention to the needs of players. This approach of constantly adjusting based on player feedback will provide players with a better gaming experience and win more players for the game.

In ARC Raiders, one way for players to improve their strength and have a perfect gaming experience is to equip themselves with higher-level items and weapons. Most items can be found by scavenging on the map, and with a bit of luck, you might even find rare items.

ARC Raiders has many maps, and some very popular areas are frequently explored and looted by players. Because so many people are searching for these areas, competition between players not only reduces the chances of finding items but also increases the risk of accidentally dying and losing hard-earned loot during the struggle.

Many players are eager to find a safe and stable area where they can focus on looting. If you're also struggling with this problem, then this guide is for you!

Among the many maps, I personally find Buried City particularly interesting. The map's eerie and mysterious atmosphere showcases the decline of a city's civilization, giving Buried City a unique advantage and charm among the many maps available.

Buried City boasts many underrated loot spots, especially those rarely explored and little-known by other players. Looting in these locations offers both a higher drop rate and greater safety. You can safely enter and exit buildings without excessive worry about interference or competition from other players.

Therefore, when exploring Buried City, head to the best looting spots on the map. Here are a few must-visit spots:

1. Santa Maria Houses

If you've completed Digging Up Dirt mission, you'll be familiar with this area. Although these houses are in the center of Buried City, most players simply pass through while looting, missing the hidden loot within.

Next to the houses on the west side of Santa Maria Houses, there's a Weapon Case. This case has a chance to contain high-level weapons from ARC Raiders, such as Hullcracker and Equalizer, which will significantly boost your combat power.

Inside the house in the middle of the villa complex is a Security Locker containing two utility kits. These kits might spawn some rare Grenades.

Since Santa Maria Houses connects to several easily overlooked looting areas, it's often overlooked and rarely explored, making it an excellent looting spot.

2. Abandoned Highway Camp

If you haven't been here before, you'll need to climb onto the roof to reach this campsite. However, Abandoned Highway Camp itself is not what we should focus on; the most important thing is the big house next to it.

This house beneath Old Town Hatch is like a treasure trove; it's easy to enter without any effort, requiring no puzzles or specific keys. You can find numerous Weapon Cases, Medical Duffel Bags, and utility kits here.

Note that this house can only be entered from the north side. If you're unlucky enough to be on the south side, you'll have to jump in through a window. At the same time, because this place is very close to Old Town Hatch, it can greatly ensure that players can evacuate safely.

3. Red Tower

Red Tower is located on the east side of Buried City. If you've done Communication Hideout mission before, you've definitely been here.

Players can find a house filled with furniture to the right of Residential icon shown on the map. Many players simply search the first floor and leave, but the real loot is on the second floor of Red Tower. You can find a Security Locker here, two Weapon Cases above it, and even some other types of chests.

However, Red Tower is slightly more dangerous because it's surrounded by enemies, including a Bombardier. This is probably why many players don't linger here, missing out on such a wealth of resources.

4. Marano Station

Marano Station has a relatively high Weapon Case drop rate. Although it's on the western edge of the map, players can still obtain a considerable amount of loot here. Inside Marano Station, players can find up to two Weapon Cases, and possibly some other ARC Raiders items.

However, be aware that this location is relatively remote. If you're not familiar with the area, it's best to carry an Adrenaline Shot to ensure you have enough stamina.

Meanwhile, there's another Weapon Case near Train Station Hatch outside. So, if you're lucky, you can find three or even more weapons here.

5. Parking Garage and Galleria

Parking Garage and Galleria consists of two buildings located between Buried City Hospital and Space Travel. Both buildings have multiple floors, offering numerous places to loot.

For example, the upper level of Parking Garage appears spacious, but the basement on the lower level is a raider camp with abundant resources. The remaining buildings also have a chance to spawn Weapon Cases, making this a prime looting spot.

While this location, which doesn't require a key to find Weapon Cases, is a good choice, it reduces some hassle for players. However, be aware that high-value loot also exists around the buildings, which will attract other raiders.

Patrols will also be present nearby, so players must be more vigilant in this area compared to other zones.

These are five must-visit looting spots on Buried City Map. Santa Maria Houses, Abandoned Highway Camp, and Marano Station are relatively safe, offering loot opportunities without other distractions.

The houses in Red Tower, as well as Parking Garage and Galleria, are a bit more dangerous. Be careful not to be discovered by enemies or competitors while looting.

Many more loot areas like these will appear in the game. Use them to acquire ARC Raiders items you want and continuously improve your combat abilities!

In the third-person extraction shooter genre, ARC Raiders has quickly risen to prominence since its release, becoming a popular game. With its unique post-apocalyptic setting, tense and exciting looting gameplay, and thrilling battles against ARC robots and hostile raiders, the game has attracted over 700,000 players.

Based on recent feedback from the player community, the developers have released some new content and adjusted some criticized aspects of the game. This content aims to improve the player experience and attract more players.

To find out what new content and changes have been made, please read on.

Duo Matchmaking

Previously, players could choose to play solo or in teams, but this numerical imbalance made solo players worry about being overwhelmed by the powerful firepower of teams.

In addition to the threat from other players, players also faced the relentless pursuit of ARC robots. Undoubtedly, this numerical disparity directly affected the acquisition of ARC Raiders items and survival in extreme environments.

Especially for solo players, this situation, where danger lies both in front and behind, puts their strategy and skills to the test; otherwise, they may easily fail.

Therefore, many players have suggested that the developers optimize this mechanism to balance the game's development.

Recently, the developers announced that they have tested Duo prioritized matchmaking and will soon fully implement it in future games.

Duo Matchmaking mechanism uses a priority matchmaking system, matching duos and trios with other players in the same scenarios.

While this system cannot guarantee precise matchmaking for teams with varying numbers of players, it signifies ARC Raiders' efforts to balance the game mechanics and create a fairer environment for players.

This change not only allows players to enjoy teaming up with friends but also eliminates the frustration of an imbalanced team composition.

Store Cosmetic Prices

In response to player complaints about excessively high in-game item prices, the developers have adjusted the prices of some items in the store. This adjustment took effect on Thursday, November 13th at 10:30 AM CET.

To compensate players who already owned the discounted items, the official team will refund the price difference to their accounts in the form of Raider Tokens within one week. This approach both appeases players' emotions and ensures that no player suffers a significant loss because of the store price adjustment.

Raider Decks

Currently, all ARC Raiders players can receive a free Raider Decks, which contains ARC Raiders items that can be unlocked through game progression, providing valuable assistance to new players exploring the post-apocalyptic world.

In the future, the official team plans to release more free and paid Raider Decks.

Importantly, paid Raider Decks do not contain any pay-to-win ARC Raiders items. Instead, they will focus on cosmetic items used to customize players' raiders and provide convenient functions.

This approach ensures game balance, allowing players to focus more on developing winning skills and strategies rather than spending real money.

Overall, these adjustments and changes to ARC Raiders game are essentially based on player feedback. This approach of continuously improving the game and actively listening to player feedback not only enhances the engagement of existing players but also attracts more new players, earning ARC Raiders widespread recognition from players and the public.

So, jump into ARC Raiders now and experience the thrill of shooting games and the joy of adventuring with your companions in this war-torn world!

Path of Exile Keepers of the Flame is now live, and some players may still be exploring it, looking for the best build for this season. I’d like to recommend a very easy-to-use build to help you quickly clear enemies and level up.

This build is called Explosive Arrow Champion, and it gives you a very high - damage tank. It has a low upgrade cost and doesn’t require high skill, making it easy for both new and returning players to pick up.

After completing the build, you’ll find your tankiness is very high, greatly enhancing the comfort of clearing enemies daily.

While this build does have some minor drawbacks, such as a lack of flexibility and damage not being immediately effective, these can be mitigated by pairing it with suitable jewelry and choosing gear with appropriate affixes. Below, I’ll introduce the specific pairings for this build.

Core Build Considerations

First, we need to understand the output mechanism of Explosive Arrow Champion build in POE 3.27. In combat, you need to place totems on enemies and then fire enough fire arrows to ignite more fuses, causing them to explode and creating the burn effect.

Therefore, our build should focus on increasing attack speed and health. Additionally, since totem damage is attribute - dependent, we also need to improve our Fire, Burning, and Elemental damage attributes.

Key Passive Skills And Ascendancy

In POE Keepers of the Flame, if you want to steadily improve the damage and survivability of your Explosive Arrow Champion build, you need to pay attention to certain Passive Skills and Ascendancy.

Among Passive Skills, Ancestral Bond, Watchtowers, and Surveillance - activating these will help you apply additional totems to enemies and increase totem damage. However, it’s important to ensure that accuracy doesn’t fall below your health, as this will increase the accuracy of totems hitting enemies.

In Ascendancy Passive Skill tree, Fortitude, Worthy Foe, and First to Strike, Last to Fall are essential to unlock, as they provide damage boosts for you and your allies. Their Intimidate effect, unique to Full Life enemies, also enhances your survivability.

Gem Recommendations: High Health & High Damage

Since players have different build priorities, I will recommend two approaches to allow you to freely choose between a build focused on higher health or higher damage.

Higher Health

Because Explosive Arrow Champion cannot instantly kill enemies, you must first ensure sufficient health to withstand enemy attacks. I recommend equipping Lifetap Support in all slots except Helmet, Vaal Molten Shell and Cast When Damage Taken Support in Feet slot, and Second Wind Support in other slots to prevent sudden death.

Higher Damage

After ensuring sufficient survivability, you can focus on increasing the damage of Explosive Arrow. You should choose gems related to Burning as much as possible.

For example, equip Ballista Totem Support, Explosive Arrow, and Combustion on Bow slot; Flammability and Flame Surge on Gloves slot; and Flame Dash on Feet slot. Corrupting Fever can also be equipped if available.

Ballista Totem Support is particularly important, as it allows you to fire many arrows quickly, igniting fuse. Additionally, you can increase Attack Speed ​​with Jewels such as Viridian.

You can also equip Ignite Proliferation Support, which expands Burning area. This allows you to move freely through enemy lines, distributing totems, firing arrows to ignite fuses, and triggering explosions, creating widespread Burning. This will greatly facilitate clearing enemies and gaining POE Currency.

New players should note that prioritizing survival is recommended. If you lack the aforementioned Jewels, you can obtain Lifetap Support by completing quests or by exchanging them at Nessa.

Elemental Damage with Attacks Support and Frenzy, which increase damage, can also be obtained through quests and exchanged at Yeena.

Gear Setup Recommendations

Besides the health bonus from Skill Gems, you should prioritize Helmet, Body Armor, Rings, and Boots with affixes like Maximum Life, Armor, and Evasion Rating.

Combined with Belt pieces that convert damage dealt to Chilled enemies into health, and Body Armor, Gloves, and Boots pieces with affixes that increase the chance of spell damage suppression, you can maintain a relatively healthy health level during combat.

Then, choose Amulets and Weapons with affixes that increase Gems Level to maximize the damage boost from Gems.

Finally, you can choose affixes to further enhance the damage of Explosive Arrow Champion build. For example, choose Quiver pieces with affixes that increase Damage Over Time multiplier for attack skills, and Belt pieces with affixes that increase attack speed when inflicting Ignites.

Of course, adding affixes that increase movement speed is also a good choice, allowing you to mark enemies with totems more efficiently.

Please note that you should maximize your chance to Ignite, ideally reaching 100%, to ensure maximum damage output.

In the early stages of POE 3.27, you can build according to the above suggestions. Later, if you wish to continue using this build, I recommend pairing it with Dyadian Dawn Heavy Belt and a bow that increases attack speed to further enhance damage; Short Grove or Grove Bow are both good options.

This build offers high health and damage, and its combat health regeneration is also quite good. For added stability, you can carry powerful potions like Granite Flask, Quicksilver Flask, allowing you to face even more challenging tasks.

Explosive Arrow Champion build may not be the most powerful in POE Keepers of the Flame, but I guarantee it’s a great choice for both new players leveling up early and experienced players clearing enemies.

WoW MoP Classic Phase 2 officially launched on September 23rd. This update adds many new mechanics and content, enriching the player experience.

In Phase 2, Scarlet Monastery Challenge Mode not only expands the quest content but also offers players more diverse rewards, attracting a wide range of players.

Below is a detailed guide to the overall Scarlet Monastery Challenge Mode process and the rewards available.

Preparation

Scarlet Monastery is located deep within Tirisfal Glades. It is the first entrance on the left, located within the massive Scarlet Monastery building.

If you're a Horde player, you can enter from Brill, Bulwark, or even from Undercity.

If you're an Alliance player, you'll need to enter from Andorhal in Western Plaguelands.

Because Boss's abilities in this challenge mode can significantly affect the team, We recommend Shaman healers because they can use Wind Shear to interrupt the release of the boss's skills.

This challenge mode also focuses primarily on single-player combat, especially Boss fights, which take up most of the time. Therefore, the team needs high single-player DPS. Therefore, we recommend Death Knight, Beast Mastery Hunter, and Monk.

Rogues offer AoE Stealth ability, allowing for large-scale monster farming, and Shroud of Concealment skill allows the team to temporarily become invisible, avoiding damage for 15 seconds.

When players begin Scarlet Monastery Challenge Mode, a timer will begin counting down to a 13-minute prime time. Players must choose a suitable route within the allotted time, kill 40 enemies, and defeat the three Bosses: Thalnos the Soulrender, Brother Korloff, and High Inquisitor Whitemane.

Related: WoW MoP Classic Phase 2 Landfall Campaign Guide | Completing Quests For Alliance And Horde

Challenge Begins

Now, the team chooses a route to begin the challenge. A 13-minute countdown begins.

Thalnos The Soulrender

Upon starting the quest, we'll first encounter a challenge set by Thalnos the Soulrender. He lurks at the back of the graveyard, surrounded by a group of ghostly monsters and a pile of bones.

Thalnos the Soulrender's abilities include Raise Fallen Crusader, Mind Rot, Evict Soul, Evicted Soul, and Summon Empowering Spirit.

• Raise Fallen Crusader: He summons a Fallen Crusader every second for 5 seconds.
• Mind Rot: Crusader melee attacks can inflict Mind Rot on players. This skill inflicts Shadow damage every two seconds, with stacking effects for increased damage.
• Evict Soul: This skill extracts the soul from a random player, dealing moderate Shadow damage every three seconds. The player whose soul has been extracted will first attack the nearest teammate.
• Summon Empowering Spirit: These spirits will first move toward the nearest Fallen Crusader. Upon contact, they will create an Empowered Zombie.

BOSS will constantly summon Crusaders to attack players. Since these monsters will remain where they are after being attacked and fallen, players must eliminate them in time to prevent their remains from causing more serious consequences.

Farming monsters can yield a large amount of WoW MoP Classic Gold.

When Thalnos the Soulrender uses Evict Soul, Death Knight must use Control Undead to block the ability and prevent allies from being disabled. Because Empowered Zombies are larger and more powerful, they must be eliminated quickly upon appearance.

Players should focus their attacks on Boss to defeat it, saving time and hurrying on to the second Boss.

Brother Korloff

Brother Korloff's abilities include Blazing Fists, Firestorm Kick, Rising Flame, and Scorched Earth.

Blazing Fists: Korloff unleashes a flurry of fiery blows in a cone-shaped area in front of him every second for 6 seconds. Avoid standing in front of Boss during this flurry of fiery blows, as this will inflict significant damage.

• Rising Flame: This Boss's attacks become more powerful with each 10% health loss, and the fire damage becomes even more severe as the fight progresses.
• Firestorm Kick: It charges towards the farthest player, unleashing fire damage around it. This Boss is large and possesses powerful attacks.
• Scorched Earth: When Korloff's health reaches 50%, it creates a large fire trail every second in each area it moves.

The team can assign one player to lure Korloff out, while ranged players focus their attacks on him. When it hides between melee players, it's important to quickly pull it out. This prevents it from summoning helpers while allowing ranged players to continuously attack it.

Tank players should keep Boss near fountains or walls, avoiding other team members. When the fire trail it creates reaches 50%, ensure Korloff moves between two points. This prevents the fire from affecting other areas, keeping the fight clean and efficient.

After its health reaches 30%, attacking it becomes more difficult, requiring focused fire. Shamans should pay attention to their teammates and provide timely healing. Ranged players should constantly dodge and focus their attacks when hit by Firestorm Kick.

High Inquisitor Whitemane & Commander Durand

After defeating the second Boss, players will face the third Boss. This involves a two-stage fight against High Inquisitor Whitemane and its Commander Durand.

The first stage involves a battle against Commander Durand, whose abilities include Flash of Steel and Dashing Strike.

• Flash of Steel: He dashes towards players around the room, dealing physical damage.
• Dashing Strike: He dashes towards players, attacking anything in his path.

When his health reaches 50%, High Inquisitor Whitemane will personally join the fight and put everyone to sleep for 10 seconds. Durand moves quickly, so players must coordinate to prevent him from charging. The faster you kill him, the safer you'll be when Boss joins the fight.

High Inquisitor Whitemane's abilities include Power Word - Shield, Holy Smite, Mass Resurrection, and Dominate Mind.

• Power Word - Shield: This ability grants an ally a shield that can be used to block damage.
• Holy Smite: High Inquisitor Whitemane attacks his current target with holy magic.
• Mass Resurrection: This ability can be used to revive all downed Scarlet troops in the room.
• Dominate Mind: This ability can be used to control a player for 30 seconds.

A Death Knight or Shaman must prevent Whitemane from casting Mass Resurrection, otherwise a flood of enemies will flood the room, hindering progress and leading to failure.

In addition, Shamans must use Wind Shear skill to interrupt the third Boss's Dominate Mind cast, otherwise players will lose control and attack their allies. This is especially true for Shaman Healers, as being controlled can easily lead to a team wipe.

After Whitemane resurrects Durand, Shamans immediately use Bloodlust, increasing the attack damage and attack speed of all damage players and restricting the abilities of the targeted enemy. Players must attack Whitemane and his allies simultaneously to share the damage.

After defeating all three Bosses and completing the challenge within the 13-minute prime time, players will receive WoW MoP Classic Gold and Path of the Scarlet Mitre.

That concludes Scarlet Monastery Challenge Mode in WoW MoP Classic phase 2, along with the rewards players can earn by completing the quest. We wish you a wonderful gaming experience!

Monopoly Go will launch a new event called Sticker Treasures on October 12th at 4 PM ET. It will last for three days and end at 1 PM ET on October 15th.

Let's take a look at how to play Sticker Treasures event and what rewards you can get.

How To Play?

Sticker Treasures will feature 20 levels for you to challenge and uncover hidden treasures. Each challenge begins with a grid, and players must use Pickaxes to clear the grid and uncover hidden items to advance to the next level.

Players should be aware of the approximate number of Pickaxes required for each level.

Not every area on the grid needs to be cleared, so plan your Pickaxe usage wisely. This will help you maximize the hidden treasures while minimizing the number of Pickaxes used.

As the level of challenges increases, the number of Pickaxes required increases. Therefore, it's important to reserve enough Pickaxes early on for higher-level levels.

As we've seen above, Pickaxes play a crucial role in Sticker Treasures excavation event, so it's crucial to have a sufficient number of them prepared.

The primary source of Pickaxes is through completing objectives and earning milestone rewards in major tournaments and events. There are other ways to earn Pickaxes, but the number of Pickaxes earned is smaller, so it's not recommended to rely on them as a primary source.

After completing all levels, if you have any extra Pickaxes, you can exchange them for dice at a specific rate.

Milestone Rewards

Players who complete certain milestones in Sticker Treasures event will receive a wealth of rewards.

This event offers rewards beyond the usual free dice rolls and cash. Players also can receive Wild Stickers, 5-star sticker packs, or Swap Packs during certain levels. Players can collect Monopoly Go Stickers from these sticker packs.

Different levels have different board sizes, and the rewards are also different. Details are provided below.

Level 1 has a 4x4 grid, and the reward is a one-star green pack.

Level 2 has a 5x4 grid, and the reward is a two-star yellow sticker pack.

Level 3 has a 6x4 grid, and the reward is 4-12 Pickaxes and cash.

Level 4 has a 7x5 grid, and the reward is 8-16 Pickaxes and cash.

Level 5 has a 5x5 grid, and the reward is 100 free dice rolls.

Level 6 has a 5x5 grid, and the reward is a two-star yellow sticker pack.

Level 7 has a 6x6 grid, and the reward is 10-20 Pickaxes and cash.

Level 8 has a 7x7 grid, and the reward is a four-star blue sticker pack.

Level 9 has a 5x5 grid, and the reward is 200 free dice rolls.

Level 10 has a 6x6 grid size and rewards a three-star pink sticker pack.

Level 11 has a 7x6 grid size and rewards 20-30 Pickaxes and cash.

Level 12 has a 6x6 grid size and rewards a five-star purple sticker pack.

Level 13 has a 5x6 grid size and rewards 400 free dice rolls.

Level 14 has a 5x6 grid size and rewards a three-star pink sticker pack.

Level 15 has a 6x7 grid size and rewards a three-star pink sticker pack and a two-star yellow sticker pack.

Level 16 has a 7x7 grid size and rewards a Swap Pack.

Level 17 has a 7x7 grid size and rewards 800 free dice rolls.

Level 18 has a 7x7 grid size and rewards a four-star blue sticker pack.

Level 19 has a 7x7 grid size and rewards cash.

Level 20 has a 7x7 grid size and rewards a Wild Sticker.

This concludes the gameplay and rewards for Monopoly Go's new Sticker Treasures event. The event is launching soon, and we hope you enjoy the game.