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To provide players with more cost-effective gaming products and services, IGGM platform has officially launched a brand-new points system, designed to let you enjoy a superior shopping experience while spending less!

Below, we break down everything you need to know: how to earn points efficiently, use them for discounts or to redeem exciting rewards, and stack VIP benefits to maximize your savings.

Before Using the Points System - Registration Required

Please note that IGGM's new points system is available only to registered and logged-in users. If you haven't registered or logged in yet, you will need to do so to access Check-in and Points pages.

How to Earn Points?

Accumulating points at IGGM is simple and straightforward, primarily through two channels: daily check-ins and order rewards.

1. Daily Check-in

Simply click the "Check In Today" button on the IGGM Check-in Center page to complete your check-in; once the button changes to "️Checked In (Come back tomorrow)," your points have been successfully credited! Alternatively, you can also check in by clicking the current date on the calendar.

Please note that your check-in time is based on the time zone used when you registered your IGGM account. For example, if you registered your account in PDT (UTC-08:00) time zone, you can only complete the check-in within that time zone on the day in question.

You can view your account registration date on My Profile or Check-in page to ensure you don't miss a check-in!

One-tap check-in (Easter egg)

There's a little Easter egg here! If you forget to check in for the day and land straight on the coupon redemption page, just tap the "little rocket" emoji at the bottom of the list to check in instantly - no need to navigate back to the Check-in Center. You'll still get those incremental rewards for consecutive check-ins.

Please note the visual differences between PC and mobile versions! For PC users, the small rocket only begins to shake and emit flames when you hover your cursor over it; a single click launches the rocket and credits your check-in points. For mobile users, the rocket icon shakes continuously—simply tap it to check in and earn your points instantly!

Other Check-in Entry

In addition, IGGM provides the following access points for quick and convenient daily check-ins:

1. Click "Go Now" on the coupon redemption page to visit the check-in center.

2. Click the coupon section at the bottom of the homepage to access the check-in center.

3. Click the banner at the bottom of any product page on IGGM to access the check-in center.

4. Quickly access the Check-in Center via the My Account → My Orders page.

Incremental Rewards for Consecutive Check-ins

IGGM's check-in system rewards consistency. If you check in without interruption, your daily points will increase over time: 5 points on the first day, 6 points on the second, and 8 points on the third. From the fourth day onwards, as long as you maintain your streak, you will consistently receive the maximum reward of 10 points per day.

Notes: If you check in via the check-in banner on the product page during your shopping journey, you can return to your original page via Back Shopping at the bottom after completing the check-in and triggering the points accumulation. You don't have to worry about your shopping progress being affected!

Reset Upon Interruption

If you miss a day or break your streak for any reason, your progress will reset to zero. Your next check-in will start back at the Day 1 rate of 5 points. Please note that the daily check-in reset is based on the server's time zone; be sure to check in on time to avoid losing progress due to network issues or other interruptions.

2. Points for Orders

Additionally, whenever you make an order on the IGGM platform, the system will award you points based on your subtotal amount.

Point Accrual Rate: $1 = 1 Point

Under standard conditions, every $1 of your actual spending converts directly into 1 point. To simplify calculations for order amounts involving decimals, IGGM rounds to the nearest whole number when determining the points earned. For example, if you pay $17.35, you receive 17 points; if you pay $34.86, you receive 35 points.

To ensure system efficiency for small transactions, the subtotal amount paid for an order must be at least $1 to trigger point accrual; orders under $1 do not generate any points.

Furthermore, points for all orders will be automatically credited to your account by the system only after the order status has officially changed to "Completed"; the number of points corresponds to the amount of the qualifying purchase.

New User Perk: 10x Point Rewards

IGGM has a welcome gift for new users! Your first paid order on IGGM automatically qualifies for a generous 10x points reward.

However, if your first order's subtotal is less than $1, you will not receive any points, and your first-order privilege as a new user will be used up. Therefore, IGGM recommends buying higher-value items you need during your first order to make the most of the 10x point reward.

Due to the significant value of this offer, points for the first order will be credited after the order is successfully delivered and passes a security review, provided no refund occurs within 24 hours.

You can view the specific points added upon completion in the My Account → My Orders section of IGGM.com. If you have just completed a payment but do not see the points immediately, please do not worry - simply wait a short while.

Point Value and Validity

Understanding the value of your points helps you make the best use of them. In the IGGM point system, 100 points = $1 (meaning each point is worth approximately $0.01).

Please note that points are not valid indefinitely; each point expires 90 days from the date it was earned. IGGM employs a user-friendly rolling expiration policy: points earned on Day 1 will expire at the end of Day 91. The specific calculation time for rolling expiration depends on the time zone of your account's IP address.

You can check for notifications regarding points nearing expiration on the "My Points" page of your account at any time to ensure you don't miss out on benefits.

Multiple Ways to Use Points: Direct Cash Deduction and Coupon Exchange

When buying items on IGGM, you can choose to use your accumulated points to directly offset the cash cost of your order or exchange them for significant discounts at IGGM Coupon Redemption Center. The choice is entirely yours!

Option A: Direct Cash Deduction at Checkout

On the checkout page, you can use the points in your account balance to reduce the cost of your current order. The proportion of the order total that can be offset by points is directly linked to your order subtotal.

Please refer to the table below for specific deduction ratios based on order subtotal ranges:

Important notes on using points for cash deductions:

1. Points are awarded only for successfully completed orders; orders that are voluntarily cancelled, flagged for suspected fraud, or fully refunded are not eligible for points;
2. Points for your first order are not credited immediately; they will be issued within 24 hours after successful delivery, provided no refund has occurred;
3. If an order involving points undergoes a partial refund, the system will deduct the corresponding points (rounded based on the refund amount) and return any points that were consumed. Returned Consumed Points = Consumed Points × (Refund Amount / Subtotal Amount);
4. Points can be used in conjunction with VIP discounts;
5. Cannot be used in conjunction with discount codes or cash coupons;
6. Cannot be exchanged for cash;
7. Cannot be withdrawn as cash;
8. Cannot be transferred between accounts;
9. IGGM.com reserves the right of final interpretation for all points-related policies.

Option B: Redeem Discount Codes or Cash Coupons

You can also visit the points redemption page to exchange points (in tiers ranging from 100 to 500 points) for discount codes (various rates) or cash coupons (subject to minimum order requirements). For example, the $10 cash coupon can only be used if your order's subtotal amount is $95 or more. If your subtotal is less than $95, the coupon will not automatically appear at checkout.

By the way, if you forget to check in for the day, the little rocket emoji on this coupon page is your quick way to do so! With a simple tap, a shake of the little rocket, and your points are in the bag!

All discount codes and cash coupons are limited to 30 per week, first come, first served! All redeemable rewards reset every Friday at 4:00 PM (UTC+8)/1:00 AM PDT.

Different colors clearly indicate the current stock status: green for 21-30 remaining, orange for 11-20, and red for 1-10. When stock reaches zero, it will display "Out of stock." But don't worry, all redeemable prize inventory resets every Friday at 4:00 PM (UTC+8). Let's do it earlier next time!

While coupons are great, please keep in mind that all discount codes or cash coupons are valid for only 3 days. Redeem them carefully and ensure the items you wish to buy are in stock to avoid wasting your points.

You can view your coupons and their current expiration status on the My Account → My Coupons page.

Note: You can now quickly access the coupon redemption page not only through REDEEM button in the product page navigation bar, but also through "Coupon Center" at the bottom of IGGM homepage. We recommend bookmarking this page for convenient future check-ins and redemptions - saving you time and effort.

Notes on Points Redemption Coupons:

1. Only registered IGGM users are eligible to participate in points redemption.
2. Each reward is limited to the first 30 users per week on a first-come, first-served basis.
3. All discount codes, cash coupons and special items are subject to verification upon redemption.
4. Redeemed discount codes/cash coupons are valid for 3 days from the time of claim.
5. Only one discount code/cash coupon can be used per order. They cannot be combined with VIP discounts or points deductions.
6. Discount codes/cash coupons are not valid for gift cards and top-up services.
7. Redeemed discount codes, cash coupons and free orders cannot be returned or exchanged once claimed.
8. Each account is limited to one redemption per special item per day.
9. Points required for special items are subject to change based on market price fluctuations.
10. IGGM.com reserves the right of final interpretation.

Option C: Direct Exchange for In-Game Currency/Items

In addition to coupons, IGGM will also add special points redemption options to the redemption page from time to time, allowing you to directly redeem specific in-game items with points, such as Monopoly GO cards, Diablo 4 materials, or POE 1/2 currency.

However, please note that each special item is limited to one redemption per account per day. Please choose carefully.

Note: Due to varying demand for special items and market price fluctuations, the number of points required to redeem these items may also change. Please monitor IGGM regularly to take advantage of low-point redemption opportunities.

Once you meet the points requirements and click to redeem, a pop-up window will prompt you to enter the necessary delivery details for the game. After accurately filling in the information and completing the verification, the system will automatically generate a free order and display it in Coupon Order list; you just need to wait for it to be delivered safely. More point redemption features and options are coming soon - stay tuned!

If you encounter errors during the redemption verification process, please check your network connection and try again using a reliable VPN.

Furthermore, given the nature of virtual items, returns or exchanges are not possible once an order begins processing; however, if delivery fails due to issues on the IGGM platform, the points used will be fully refunded.

VIP Ranks & Benefits

For VIP members, IGGM offers tiered discounts to all users based on accumulated spending. Once your cumulative spending hits a specific threshold, you automatically unlock a permanent VIP discount:

VIP 1: Your Spending (<$1,000), Get a 1% discount.

VIP 2: Your Spending (≥ $1,000 and < $3,000) , Get a 2% discount.

VIP 3: Your Spending (≥ $3,000 and < $6,000), Get a 3% discount.

VIP 4: Your Spending (≥ $6,000 and < $10,000), Get a 4% discount.

VIP 5: Your Spending (≥$10,000), Get a 5% discount.

Discount Stacking Rules:

• VIP Discounts CAN be combined with Points Deductions.
• VIP Discounts CANNOT be stacked with Discount Codes or Cash Coupons.

At checkout, you may apply either:

• Option A: Discount Code or Cash Coupon (Alone)
• Option B: VIP Discount + Points Deduction (Note: Discount Codes and Cash Coupons are not valid for Gift Cards or Top-up services.)

Stacking Discounts and Maximizing Savings

How can you get the most savings when checking out? IGGM has designed a smart checkout system based on our VIP ranks and point-redemption rules.

At IGGM, VIP discounts stack perfectly with direct point deductions. However, please note that redeemed discount codes or cash coupons cannot be combined with VIP discounts or point deductions. Additionally, only one coupons may be used per order.

At checkout, the system automatically compares the final costs of "Option 1 (VIP Benefits + Direct Point Deduction)" and "Option 2 (Single Discount Codes or Cash Coupons)" to select the most cost-effective choice for you, saving you the trouble of manual calculations. Which option offers the best deal will be displayed next to that option (Best Value). Of course, if you have your own preferences regarding coupon and point usage, you are free to select your preferred discount method.

Refunds and Point Returns

IGGM's refund policy allows you to request a refund at any time prior to the completion of delivery. However, we have specific rules regarding the refund and rebate of your points in this situation:

Situation 1: Full Refund

If you cancel your order for personal reasons, orders suspected of fraud or requiring a full refund will not be awarded points; furthermore, points already used in such orders will not be refunded.

However, if a full refund is issued due to reasons attributable to IGGM, the points consumed for the order will be fully refunded to your account.

Situation 2: Partial Refund

If an order involving awarded points undergoes a partial refund due to special circumstances, the system will refund a portion of the consumed points on a pro-rata basis relative to the refund amount. Naturally, the points rebate you would have originally received upon order completion will also be adjusted; the corresponding points will be deducted based on the refund amount, with the figure rounded to the nearest whole number.

Here is the formula for calculating point returns during a refund:

• Returned Consumed Points = Consumed Points × (Refund Amount / Subtotal Amount)
• Deducted Earned Points = Subtotal Amount - Refund Amount (rounded to the nearest whole number)

The all-new IGGM member point system is designed to offer you more viable discount options for your long-term gaming purchases. Every point accumulated is a sincere token of our appreciation for your support.

Log in to your IGGM account now, visit the Check-in Center to start accumulating points, and experience a smarter, more rewarding checkout process like never before!

Frequently Asked Questions about IGGM Points System

Q1: Can I transfer my VIP 5 perks from my old account to a newly created account and start accumulating check-in points there?

A: No. To ensure account security and platform fairness, VIP tiers and points are treated as exclusive assets of an individual account. According to our system security rules, transferring, merging, or gifting perks across different accounts is strictly unsupported.

Q2: My account currently has 277 points. If I buy items worth $34.68 and use up all my points to get a $2.77 deduction, but later receive a partial refund of $15.44 due to certain factors, how many points will I end up with?

A: Your original $34.68 order generates 35 points based on rounding. Due to the partial refund of $15.44, the system will proportionately deduct 15 points (rounded to the nearest whole number). Therefore, the net points earned from this purchase will be: 35 - 15 = 20 points. Additionally, the system will return the points you consumed. Based on the calculation formula: Consumed Points × (Refund Amount / Total Purchase Amount), you will get back 123 points. As a result, your final account balance will be 123 + 20 = 143 points.

Q3: Can I create unlimited new IGGM accounts and place small orders to exploit the 10x points newcomer reward?

A: No. IGGM strictly prohibits the malicious registration of multiple accounts, utilizing technical exploits, or engaging in order manipulation to farm newcomer benefits. Our system is equipped with rigorous anti-fraud and risk control mechanisms: the 10x points multiplier for the first order will only be credited after the order is successfully delivered and passes a 24-hour anti-abuse system review. If the risk control system detects multi-account farming linked by the same IP, same device, same payment method, or malicious account associations, the platform reserves the right to permanently ban the related accounts and clear all accrued benefits.

Q4: I just registered an account and my first order was a small item for $0.9. Because it was under $1, the system didn't give me any points. Then, my second order was for $100. Why didn't my second order get the 10x points? My first order didn't receive any points anyway, shouldn't this second order count as my actual "valid first order"?

A: No. The system strictly identifies the "New User First Order" based on the very first paid order under your account, regardless of the transaction amount. The threshold ruling out points for subtotals under $1 is a foundational platform policy. Therefore, we highly recommend that new users consolidate their shopping carts on their first purchase and bundle higher-value items into the first order to fully maximize the value of the 10x points perk.

Q5: If a website error prevents me from checking in for the day, causing my check-in streak to break, what measures will IGGM take to compensate for my points loss?

A: We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience caused. The daily check-in resets based on a specific time matching the server's time zone. If the streak is broken due to network latency or missing the refresh window, the system will strictly execute the automatic reset policy. We recommend completing your check-in as early as possible each day and ensuring a stable network environment. If the interruption is conclusively caused by a large-scale server outage on the platform, an official site-wide points compensation announcement will be issued once resolved. Please note that support agents do not have the authorization to manually alter individual check-in histories. Thank you for your understanding.

Q6: I spent 300 points to redeem a $5 cash coupon, but the game items I wanted have been out of stock on the platform for the past few days. As a result, the coupon expired within 3 days without being used. The stockout is the platform's issue, so why should my 300 points be deducted for nothing?

A: We apologize, but once a reward is redeemed at the Rewards Center, the corresponding points will be deducted and cannot be refunded. Because each reward is strictly limited to the first 30 users per week on a first-come, first-served basis, and the cash coupons are valid for 3 days, we highly recommend verifying current product stock and your purchase intent before making a redemption to avoid accidental cash coupon expiration.

Q7: Can I still request a refund if my order status is "Completed"? Can the points be refunded?

A: If IGGM has successfully completed the delivery and you have confirmed the order's completion, we unfortunately cannot honor refund requests. The points spent will not be returned. However, if IGGM fails to complete the service due to our own issues (for example, if Tycoon Racers carry service fails to help you achieve Rank #1), we will refund the points you spent according to the refund ratio.

Q8: Why do I keep encountering errors when trying to redeem a coupon?

A: Coupon redemption errors typically occur due to network instability or system security protocols. Your IP address might be flagged as originating from a high-risk region. We recommend adjusting your VPN settings or connecting to a different network, then trying again. If the issue persists, please reach out to our 24/7 Customer Support team for further assistance.

Q9: Can I use a script or plug-in to claim the weekly limited 30 discount codes/cash coupons available each week?

A: To ensure fairness for all players, we have implemented strict security measures. Redeeming any discount codes or cash coupons requires passing verification, rendering any script-based simulated clicks ineffective. IGGM reserves the right to void coupons and impose account restrictions on any account found using irregular methods (such as multi-instance farming, emulators, or third-party software) to forcibly claim coupons.

Q10: If I use points to offset the cost but later receive a refund due to special circumstances, will the validity period of the returned points be extended?

A: No. Returned points retain their original acquisition date and continue to follow the 90-day expiration rule; the IGGM platform will not reset or extend the expiration date due to a refund. Please use the returned points as soon as possible to avoid expiration!

Q11: Will the points required to redeem specific special items on IGGM change?

A: Yes. Considering that the prices of specific items in the game may fluctuate with game updates and changes in market demand, the points required for redeeming special items offered by IGGM will also be adjusted accordingly. However, rest assured that even with these adjustments, the points cost for redeeming items on IGGM remains far below the market price.

Tycoons, great news! Your time on Monopoly Go Happy Harvest with Looney Tunes Album these past two days will be incredibly fulfilling! The latest Golden Blitz voting has just concluded successfully, and the new Tycoon Racers event: Beep Beep Racers is about to launch in the game.

Those duplicate gold stickers that have been accumulating in your album finally have a chance to be exchanged for that crucial piece of the puzzle you're missing! And with Beep Beep Racers, tokens and dice on the race track will directly determine the size of your rewards.

Do you have enough dice and stickers to handle both of these popular events? Don't worry, we'll clarify the priorities so you don't lose out in trading or waste your time on the race track.

Golden Blitz

Voting Results

A total of five stickers participated in this Golden Blitz vote, all from different sets:

• Set 13: Honey, I'm Home
• Set 14: Rudy Root
• Set 15: Too Helpful
• Set 16: Artful Apples
• Set 17: Henhouse

Interestingly, perhaps because this album is relatively new and everyone wants to collect the sets gradually, the voting rate decreased from Set 13 to Set 17. The final winners were Monopoly Go Honey, I'm Home (Set 13) and Rudy Root (Set 14).

Both of these stickers are four-star gold stickers. If you're currently stuck on Sets 13 and 14, this Golden Blitz vote presents an excellent opportunity to accelerate your album collection!

How to Trade?

Based on past experience, Golden Blitz should launch on Monopoly Go approximately two to three days after today's voting ends, most likely this Saturday or Sunday.

Once the event starts, players will only have 24 hours to trade Honey, I'm Home, and Rudy Root stickers with friends, so it's crucial to plan ahead for efficient trading.

Of course, other regular stickers can also be traded on Golden Blitz during this time; the trading portal won't be closed. You can use this time to exchange your duplicate stickers and add new pieces to your album.

You only have five opportunities to trade gold stickers, and you can only trade if you have more than one. Therefore, advance planning is even more important. It's best to contact your friends on Monopoly Go now to discuss whether to use this opportunity to trade Honey, I'm Home, or Rudy Root.

To ensure you don't waste time, you can also post for help in Monopoly Go community and pay attention to other players' posts. This will maximize your chances of collaborating with other players during Golden Blitz. Since most players haven't even reached the halfway point of their album collection yet, it's best to focus on exchanging stickers of the same star rating this time, rather than exchanging higher-star stickers for lower-star ones too early.

Additionally, if Golden Blitz isn't enough to meet your collection progress requirements, and you're a registered user, IGGM Coupon now offers a chance to redeem one gold sticker for 200 points. There are two gold stickers available, for a total of only 400 points.

These two gold stickers are quite valuable, and the offer is limited-time and limited-quantity, so act fast!

Beep Beep Racers

Before Golden Blitz officially begins, Monopoly Go will feature the latest Tycoon Racers event: Beep Beep Racers- August 19th 1 PM to August 23rd 4 PM (Eastern Time). During this time, you can team up and enjoy racing with your friends!

How to Team Up?

First, if you choose team play, you must join a team within 24 hours to form a full four-person team, or you can go solo, but this will affect your final reward composition.

Similar to Golden Blitz mentioned above, you can team up with your Monopoly Go friends or find teammates from the in-game recommended list, but in any case, you must ensure your teammates are united and reliable.

If you're unsure whether your in-game friends are trustworthy, you can buy Monopoly Go Beep Beep Racers Rank 1 Full Carry service from IGGM.com to quickly assemble a reliable team and get closer to the grand prize!

How Beep Beep Racers Works?

Once your team is formed, you can start Beep Beep Racers and participate in races.

Whether you're playing solo or in a team, the rules are the same: complete three races, rank your teams based on the number of laps, and award different numbers of medals. Ultimately, the competition is based on the total number of medals each team earns from Beep Beep Racers.

During this process, you need to continuously consume tokens to roll the dice before you can move forward on the track based on the dice roll. Therefore, your team also needs to ensure that they have accumulated a certain number of tokens to support the three Beep Beep Racers races.

Rewards

While the full rewards for Beep Beep Racers haven't been confirmed, we can make reasonable predictions based on past patterns in Monopoly Go. Team rewards might include:

• First place: Purple sticker pack, Board token, Swap Pack
• Second place: Blue and Pink sticker pack
• Third place: Pink and Yellow sticker pack
• Fourth place: Yellow and Green sticker pack

It's certain that solo rewards for Beep Beep Racers will be less than team rewards, and are expected to include:

• First place: Pink and Blue sticker pack, Board token
• Second place: Yellow and Pink sticker pack 
• Third place: Pink sticker pack
• Fourth place: Yellow sticker pack

Therefore, whether you're aiming for the ultimate premium sticker pack or simply want to share the pressure and make the race easier, teaming up is the better option.

Plan your Monopoly Go playtime wisely to maximize your gains from Golden Blitz and Beep Beep Racers!

Madden NFL 27 officially announced an emergency update on August 18. Several issues are currently affecting the game, making its two most popular modes almost impossible to play normally. In Ultimate Team, a serious malfunction was triggered by the newly introduced EVO Cards.

At the same time, the online league management mode, Franchise Mode, is also experiencing crash issues. This has forced the official team to arrange an emergency update. The update is scheduled for 6:00 a.m. ET on August 19. Let's take a look at the chaotic situation currently affecting Madden 27.

Official Tweets

Throughout August 18, the official team published several tweets. Starting with EVO Update, they stated that new EVO Cards would be released every week during Season 1 and would remain available in Evolutions Hub for one week after release.

They also mentioned that they were tracking an issue where Evolutions Hub was failing to display the correct remaining availability time for each EVO Card. This was the first major bug they discovered.

About an hour after that tweet was published, the official team posted again, stating that they had discovered another major issue that was preventing some players from entering Ultimate Team. They were working quickly to investigate the problem.

Ultimate Team

After several hours of attempted fixes, a server maintenance announcement was eventually released, stating that maintenance would take place at 6:00 a.m. on August 19. During that period, all online modes would temporarily go offline.

Although the wording of the announcement looked like the standard template used for routine updates, this situation was different. It was an emergency update, because the sheer number of players currently unable to play normally was significant.

Many players reported that they had been unable to log in since 11 a.m on August 18. and had remained locked out for five, six, or even seven hours. As a result, many missed out on the promotion currently underway.

When Ultimate Team, one of the game's biggest revenue drivers, breaks down right after a new event goes live, the speed of the official response is certainly impressive.

However, there have also been cases where the official team verbally promised a fix, but the patch or update that was actually released failed to resolve the problem.

Therefore, August 19 server maintenance may not completely fix the issue, and a large number of players could still find themselves locked out of Ultimate Team.

Regardless, the official team will undoubtedly do everything possible because Ultimate Team is extremely important to them. After all, Madden 27 relies heavily on players continuing to use Madden NFL 27 coins, so they will certainly put significant effort into this update.

EVO System

EVO System itself is also experiencing a display issue. The official team confirmed that the countdown timer in Evolutions Hub is incorrect, making it impossible for players to accurately determine how much time remains to obtain each EVO Card.

Although the official team announced that last week's EVO Cards would remain available until August 25 as compensation, this move has not calmed player frustration. After all, a large number of players cannot even access Ultimate Team, let alone experience EVO Card content.

Franchise Mode Bugs

Save Corruption

Meanwhile, on August 14, EA also released a notice stating that they were investigating crash reports affecting a "very small number" of Madden 27 players on PS5 and Xbox Series X.

This is actually a Franchise Mode save corruption issue. When players simulate to Week 2 of the first season, their entire league save can disappear, forcing them to start over and create a new league.

In reality, many Xbox and PS5 users have reported experiencing this problem. It is currently unclear whether the issue can be resolved in the next emergency update.

Temporary Solution

It is still unclear whether this problem can be resolved in time. It may be fixed in the emergency update, or the official team may push what could be considered a less critical issue to a later update.

If you are experiencing the same problem, there is a temporary workaround. Go to Options, then enter League Settings;

Under Team tab, change Max Cloud Replay Downloads for Halftime and Weekly from the default value of 5 to 0.

It is especially important to note that if you are the commissioner, you must tell every league member to change this setting individually in their own settings rather than having the commissioner change it for everyone.

This setting is user-specific, so it cannot be applied globally. The official team also confirmed the same workaround through direct messages.

The official team is clearly aware of this issue, so there is a strong possibility that it will be fixed across the board in August 19 update.

College Coach Exclusive Unlock Bug

The issues mentioned above are not the only bugs affecting Franchise Mode in Madden NFL 27.

In Madden NFL 27, College Coach explicitly requires save data from College Football 27 to unlock the exclusive coaching skills.

Some Madden 27 players still cannot unlock or access them after selecting College Type Head Coach and completing NCAA 27 Dynasty cross-game requirement. This remains the case even when other College Coach-exclusive abilities have already been unlocked.

Many players reported College Coach Exclusive Unlock bug as early as two weeks ago, but the official team has yet to make any official statement regarding the issue.

Madden NFL 27 currently has numerous serious bugs, and hopefully the official team will actively address problems affecting other modes in addition to Ultimate Team issues.

The countdown to the launch of Black Ops 7 Season 5 Reloaded is on. Have you finished the first half of Season 5 and fully prepared for the new gameplay?

Although it is a mid-season update, the scope of S05 Reloaded is impressive. With a variety of modes, including endgame content, Zombies, and Multiplayer, it is difficult to make progress in all areas simultaneously.

In this article, we focus on Multiplayer updates for BO7 Season 5 Reloaded. While the update may not introduce the highest number of new features, the variety is substantial and includes the return of a classic mode:

• Turbo Tilt Map
• Freerun: Descent Course
• Cranked Moshpit Mode

All-new small-scale map: Turbo Tilt

Inspired by Nuketown Turbo Era Rampage, a giant themed pinball machine hosted by Archie Atom, this map transforms the combat environment into the interior of a pinball machine, moving away from the traditional outdoor settings you are used to.

Specifically, the map is designed from a miniaturized perspective; you and your teammates or opponents are deployed into battle in shrunken form. Here, the mechanical components inside the pinball machine serve as the primary cover elements for firefights and chases.

Beyond its pinball theme, CoD BO7 Turbo Tilt pays homage to classic Nuketown elements, integrating the series' most famous cul-de-sac area and the iconic mushroom cloud imagery into the pinball machine's interior.

As for combat, Turbo Tilt supports both standard 6v6 matches and fast-paced 2v2 skirmishes. Leveraging the unique environment, you can hit interactive targets scattered throughout the map to trigger bumpers and ramps, allowing for rapid movement to launch surprise attacks or make a quick escape.

Additionally, you will encounter giant pinballs moving at high speeds along fixed tracks. Beware of this formidable environmental hazard; if you accidentally wander onto a track, you will be instantly knocked down by the impact.

Given Turbo Tilt's extremely compact layout and its complex mix of vertical spaces and ramps, the key to racking up high scores in Multiplayer is to utilize elevation changes and launch mechanics to execute surprise attacks.

Given the unique nature of this map, we advise you not to rush straight into playing it with friends immediately after Black Ops 7 Season 5 Reloaded update goes live. It's best to buy Black Ops 7 bot lobbies on IGGM.com to practice in a stable environment against AI opponents and fully familiarize yourself with the layout.

New Freerun Course: Descent

Freerun is an arcade-style movement mode in CoD: Black Ops 7 multiplayer that pits you against other players in a race across a course featuring mechanics like wall-running, sliding, and shooting.

While the game previously introduced the first Freerun course, Ascent, during Season 3 Reloaded, Season 5 Reloaded brings us a new one: Descent.

In this new course, you must complete a high-speed descent by navigating through seven zones, each containing multiple checkpoints, within a set time limit. Each challenge round involves ten players, with unique obstacles and challenges presented in every zone.

To successfully complete the race, you need to master advanced techniques such as wall-jumping, sliding, and shooting. You must also keep an eye out for special items like speed pads and portals to boost your velocity, maintain the lead, and earn greater rewards.

However, be careful not to focus too heavily on speed at the cost of falling off the track; every fall counts as a mistake, forcing you to respawn at the last checkpoint and setting back your progress.

To enrich your Freerun: Descent experience and expand your potential rewards, CoD BO7 includes several additional objectives that unlock specific items upon completion:

• Complete Freerun: Descent course three times: Eyes on Screen Emblem and 1,000 XP.
• Collect all Ciphers on the course: Catch Air Weapon Charm and 2,500 XP.
• Complete Freerun: Descent course in under 12 minutes with fewer than 10 faults: Gridlock Universal Weapon Camo and 5,000 XP.

In addition, standard rewards earned by completing the course include:

• Bullseye Weapon Camo
• Magnesis Weapon Camo
• Free Run For All Calling Card
• Take Ten Calling Card
• No Tripping Loading Screen
• Count to Five Animated Calling Card
• Sprint for the Finish Animated Calling Card
• Obelisk Weapon Charm
• Vibrant Aurora Peacekeeper MK1 Assault Rifle Blueprint

Limited-time mode Cranked Moshpit returns

BO7 Season 5 Reloaded brings Cranked Moshpit back to the game. In this high-intensity, limited-time mode, eliminating enemies does more than just score points, it extends the duration of the match.

Upon securing your first kill in Cranked Moshpit, Cranked state activates immediately, and a countdown timer begins.

You must continuously eliminate enemies to extend the timer and prevent a fatal explosion. Completing mode objectives also helps extend the duration.

Achieving killstreaks (up to a maximum of 5) during a Cranked Moshpit match unlocks additional buffs:

• 1 Killstreak: Increases movement speed and reduces Black Ops 7 Field Upgrade recharge time.
• 2 Killstreaks: Improves hip-fire accuracy and reduces sprint-to-fire time.
• 3 Killstreaks: Increases ADS (Aim Down Sights) speed and weapon swap speed.
• 4 Killstreaks: Increases reload speed and grants ammo refills on kills.
• 5 Killstreaks: Grants double score and increases headshot damage.

Beyond standard combat, Multiplayer Cranked Moshpit will also incorporate other classic competitive mission variants, such as Cranked Team Deathmatch or Cranked Kill Confirmed. Some of these test your direct combat prowess, while others place a higher premium on mobility.

Summary

Although the content volume is modest, CoD: Black Ops 6 Season 5 Reloaded multiplayer update strikes a balance between fun and accessibility. With a moderate amount of content, it serves as an ideal entry point for Reloaded update.

Furthermore, completing associated missions allows you to unlock additional gear and boosts, assets that will aid your progress in the more challenging Zombies mode or Warzone experiences.

Finally, while the launch of S05 Reloaded doesn't render existing content obsolete, we recommend clearing out earlier missions first so you can fully focus on Reloaded content moving forward!

In Diablo IV Seasons 13 and 14, Barbarian once dominated the entire game with Whirlwind builds. Its near-invincible survivability and incredibly high AoE damage made it one of the simplest and most powerful classes.

However, as Season 15 approaches, a series of targeted nerfs has followed. Some players are worried that Barbarian may fall from the top tier, but the situation is not nearly that bad.

Nerfs

Main Stat Coefficient Reduction

All classes rely on their main stat for increased damage, but the coefficient is different for each class.

In Diablo 4 Season 15, Barbarian's main stat coefficient has been reduced, while most other classes have received increases. The goal is to narrow the gap between classes, as Barbarian had previously been far too dominant.

The exact changes are as follows:

• Old: Every 10 points of Strength provided 1.1% damage.
• New: Every 10 points of Strength provides 0.8% damage.

Taking around 3,000 Strength, which is common for endgame builds, as an example, this translates into roughly a 20% reduction in total damage. That may look alarming at first glance, but keep in mind that the additional damage requirement created by the increase in monster HP between one Pit tier and the next is roughly a 32% multiplier.

Therefore, this nerf is not even equivalent to one level of The Pit. For high-end players, it is simply a small adjustment that requires some adaptation rather than a devastating blow.

Two-Handed Sword Expertise

The damage-over-time bonus coefficient from Two-Handed Sword Expertise has been reduced from 30%[x] to 15%[x]. This means DoT-based builds will take a noticeable hit and will no longer be able to effortlessly wear enemies down while remaining largely hands-off.

Paragon Board

The values of several of the most influential Rare Nodes and Legendary Nodes have been slightly reduced, including certain Critical Strike Damage and Vulnerable Damage nodes. Overall, however, the reductions are not particularly severe.

Taking all these changes into account, overall damage could potentially fall by around half. However, this does not mean Barbarian will collapse, because the new seasonal theme and newly added items could completely change the situation.

Ring of the Ravenous

This ring was a core component of Rend builds in Diablo 4 Season 14. Its effect automatically applied a stack of its Rend-related effect when hitting enemies.

In Season 15, this effect has been reduced so that only one stack is applied automatically, while its base damage has also been lowered. This will make Rend builds that rely on rapidly stacking effects for burst damage feel noticeably worse, with a substantial loss in damage.

Ramaladni's Magnum Opus

The weapon's new effect now consumes 10% of Maximum Fury every second instead of the previous fixed cost of 10 Fury.

For a build with a Maximum Fury of 800, this change can be extremely punishing in the early game. You may equip it and immediately find yourself completely out of Fury, leaving you unable to cast your skills.

However, in the late game, this resource drain becomes completely manageable thanks to Tibault's Will, Fury Generation affixes, and resource recovery provided through Masterworking.

Therefore, remember not to equip this item too early in Diablo 4 Season 15. It is a classic beginner trap. Make sure there are sufficient Fury recovery options available before considering it.

Buffs

Ring of Red Furor has received a huge buff. Its effect allows Core Skills to gain a Guaranteed Critical Strike as long as they meet the required resource consumption condition.

This means you can almost completely abandon Crit Chance affixes and instead invest your stats into Critical Strike Damage, Attack Speed, and other offensive attributes.

More importantly, the new item introduced with the seasonal theme, Splinter of Hellfire, has an effect that grants 100% increased damage but removes 100% Critical Strike Chance.

For players using Ring of Red Furor, this drawback is practically irrelevant because the build does not rely on its displayed Critical Strike Chance in the first place, while the 100% independent damage multiplier comes essentially for free. The combination is an almost perfect match.

In addition, you can equip Crown of Lucion or other seasonal fragments to actively increase skill resource consumption, allowing the ring's Critical Strike condition to trigger more consistently. It can even be combined with Ring of Starless Skies, resulting in extremely high damage output.

During PTR testing, Death Blow Barbarian builds centered around Ring of Red Furor performed exceptionally well. Players could easily clear Pit 115, with even Elite enemies being eliminated in a single hit. The final pushing potential is expected to reach around Pit 140, while various versions using other Core Skills could also reach similar levels.

Therefore, Barbarian builds in Season 15 will most likely revolve around Guaranteed Critical Strike mechanic, while DoT-based builds are expected to fall back to around Tier A.

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Overall Barbarian Performance

Even after all the nerfs above, Barbarian's extremely high base power, combined with the powerful compensation provided by the seasonal theme, could potentially make the class even stronger overall than it was in Season 14. Top-tier builds such as Whirlwind and Charge Barbarian from Diablo 4 Season 14 are still expected to remain firmly in the highest tier.

However, the gap between top-tier and lower-tier builds is narrowing. Some previously overlooked skills could rise to A or even S tier with the help of the new rings and seasonal fragments.

Overall, Barbarian remains a powerful class in Diablo 4 Season 15, and many individual playstyles have even received buffs. Barbarian players will therefore have a much wider range of viable options.

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EA dedicated a significant portion of their FUT Deep Dive for FC 27 to Evolutions, including the new Pathways, Evolution Chain Preview, and the updated PlayStyles Lab, claiming to provide players with more options and more comprehensive planning tools. How exactly do these work, how will they change Ultimate Team gameplay, and which players are suitable for Evolutions? I will explain in detail below.

The Traditional Positioning of Evolutions

Since its introduction to UT in FC 24, the core positioning of Evolutions has never been simply to make low-rated players stronger. Instead, it allows players to gradually upgrade specific players in their club through missions, ultimately creating a unique, untradeable card with individual characteristics.

The basic process of Evolutions remains unchanged: select eligible players to add to the Evolution, complete challenges such as matches, and then receive permanent attribute or trait upgrades. Meanwhile, the studio will continue to release new Evolutions throughout the game.

In FIFA 27, the focus shifted to player-driven upgrade decisions and pre-planned upgrade strategies. In FUT Deep Dive, Pathways and Evolution Chain Preview were explicitly defined as two core updates to the game's Evolutions system.

FC 27 Evolutions New Content

Pathways

Previously, an Evolution generally followed a fixed path; the attributes and playstyle a player would receive after selection were usually predetermined. FUT 27 allows some Evolutions to branch during upgrades, allowing players to choose between different enhancement directions.

For example, the same midfielder could choose an offensive path, improving dribbling and gaining Technical; or a defensive path, improving defensive awareness and gaining Jockey.

In other words, the same base card entering the same Evolution could result in two completely different players depending on the player's choices. Of course, not all Evolutions use Pathways; traditional linear Evolutions still exist.

Evolution Chain Preview

A major problem when planning Evolutions was: after placing a player in one Evolution, would they still be usable in the next? FC 27 directly incorporated this planning feature into the game.

Players can preview the changes an Evolution will bring to a player, and then further view which subsequent Evolutions are available for that player after completing this evolution. Therefore, Evolution is no longer just a series of iterations, but has become a long-term development system where players can plan their own paths in advance.

PlayStyles Lab Update

The biggest change in PlayStyles Lab this time is that players no longer start with a completely unspecified player. Eligible Player Items will come with some PlayStyles, which players can customize in the remaining PlayStyle slots. At the same time, the acquisition conditions for different PlayStyles will also differ; some stronger or more valuable PlayStyles require more time and effort to unlock.

This effectively limits the possibility of completely transforming a card into another player, while preserving the space for player customization. The official statement explicitly states that they hope to preserve the original characteristics of players in this way and encourage players to create more diverse lineups and playing styles.

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Impact on Ultimate Team

The biggest change in FUT 27's Evolutions is the significantly increased decision-making cost and planning value for players.

Previously, developing an Evo only required judging whether the card was worth evolving. In FIFA 27, however, further considerations are needed: Which Evo is best for this card now? Which Pathway should be chosen? Which Evo can be followed after this? What will the final result be? This means that developing players will now resemble a skill tree more closely.

Especially for players with low OVR but good physical attributes or unique playstyle combinations, the value of Evolutions may be further enhanced. This is because they don't necessarily need to be the highest in all attributes; as long as they can form a special configuration that suits their individual tactical needs through continuous Evolutions, they can become long-term starters.

Of course, Evolutions are not the whole story of squad building. Whether it's acquiring key players from the Transfer Market or building a more suitable squad around Evo players, a certain amount of FUT resources are required. If needed, you can buy FC 27 coins at IGGM.com to quickly build your roster.

Also, don't forget to use our IGGM Points System. Register and log in to your account to earn points through daily check-ins, which can be directly deducted from your order amount.

How to Select Players for Evolution?

When selecting Evo players in FC 27, it's recommended not to only look at the initial OVR, but to consider the following dimensions:

Basic Attributes

Core attributes such as speed, defense, and physique determine whether a card can reach a practical level after several upgrades. A player with a lower initial rating but excellent key attributes is often more suitable for Evo than a player whose overall performance is mediocre.

PlayStyles

Since Pathways and PlayStyles Lab allow players to further develop players, players who already possess excellent PlayStyles and can compensate for their weaknesses through Evo will have higher potential.

Future Evolution Chain

Don't immediately use an Evo that meets the requirements. First, use Evolution Chain Preview to observe whether it can be used to continue with other Evolutions. If a card currently only grants a +3 rating, but can later be included in multiple eligible Evos, its long-term value may far outweigh a one-time larger upgrade.

In conclusion, EA Sports FC 27's Evolutions have essentially shifted from simply upgrading players to allowing players to design their own.

This is also the biggest change to FUT gameplay brought about by the true integration of Pathways, Evolution Chain Preview, and PlayStyles Lab. Players are no longer just looking for the strongest cards, but for the cards best suited for their long-term development.

You might have stepped away from MLB The Show 26 over the past few months, whether for personal reasons or simply because you felt the game lacked content updates and was plagued by bugs.

However, looking at its performance in July and early-August, the game seems to be making a comeback. If you're a die-hard baseball fan, you might be thinking about jumping back in soon.

So, how can you quickly catch up on the progress you missed and get ready for the new updates coming in late August? We've put together a guide to help you out.

Assessing the current state of the game and your assets

As a returning player, you'll likely notice that friends who kept playing have already built stacked All-Star lineups, while yours is still stuck in the state it was in months ago.

Don't let this rattle you and avoid blindly unlocking new players. Instead, start by reviewing your existing roster and selling off any high-value, unlocked cards for stubs, this will serve as your starting capital to rebuild your team.

Additionally, the latest or limited-time high-reward MLB The Show 26 Programs are great sources for stubs and packs. You might have some unfinished older programs, but don't waste your energy grinding through them.

If you still find yourself short on resources after doing all this, don't worry, you can quickly solve the problem by MLB The Show 26 stubs for sale at IGGM.com.

Even better, IGGM points system lets you earn points just by signing up, logging in, and checking in daily. You can then use those points to offset costs or redeem discount codes and cash coupons to save even more money!

How to build a new transitional lineup?

Once you have the funds to rebuild, don't just blindly unlock rare packs or high-OVR players. Instead, focus on the marketplace and look for cards that players further ahead in the game have moved on from, cards that still boast solid stats.

Your priority right now isn't to compete head-to-head with others, but to build a transitional lineup that allows you to quickly catch up on the content you missed.

As for specific card choices, base your decisions on the positions you need to fill and evaluate the players' attributes accordingly.

For instance, when evaluating batters, focus on their contact and power stats against left- or right-handed pitchers; pitchers who possess a combination of sharp-breaking curveballs or effective changeups are generally superior choices.

Play frequently to regain your rhythm

During your time away from MLB The Show 26, the game has seen not only new programs and player cards but also various mechanical tweaks. You need to adapt quickly to these changes to avoid unnecessary setbacks caused by unfamiliarity with the mechanics.

First and foremost, familiarize yourself with the strike zone and ABS rules. The updated ABS logic introduced in Diamond Dynasty offers greater precision than before when judging pitches on the edge of the strike zone.

Consequently, when batting, avoid being too selective and letting paint-the-corner pitches go by; conversely, when pitching, be bolder in using pitches that clip the edge of the zone to bait your opponent.

Additionally, regarding hitting, the game has recently rebalanced PCI penalty mechanism for breaking balls thrown low and away.

Understanding this helps you adjust your swing timing against low-and-away pitches, reducing the likelihood of hitting weak foul balls or groundouts.

Exactly what you missed depends on when you left and returned to the game. The points listed here are just a starting point; you will need to discover and master the rest by actively participating in matches.

Grind all single-player modes

Once you've completed the preparations above, you can fully dedicate your new lineup to catching up on missed MLB The Show 26 events and stockpiling resources for potential future events.

To avoid issues like network lag, it is best to steer clear of multiplayer co-op or PvP modes during this phase. Instead, prioritize progressing through single-player modes, such as the currently active new programs.

The latest addition is Field of Dreams program, launched on August 13. Notably, while the program's rewards aren't massive, it includes three packs and two specific cards, and the completion difficulty is quite low.

Beyond programs, Conquest mode is another reliable source for MLB The Show 26 resources. To catch up efficiently, focus on the newest Field of Dreams map or the map themed around the current season.

Hidden beneath the tiles on these new maps are numerous packs, stubs, and other potential rewards. You don't need to conquer the entire map; simply progressing along a path allows you to reap significant rewards.

It is worth noting that when playing Conquest mode, you can slot in players you have just unlocked or those who urgently need PXP. This allows you to earn map rewards while simultaneously boosting your players' attributes.

If you have plenty of time, you can dive into Mini Seasons as a solo player; this is also the best option in MLB 26 for earning extra packs and stubs.

Furthermore, you don't need to win every game to earn rewards in Mini Seasons. Once you have secured a playoff spot, you can often simply enter and immediately quit the remaining regular-season games to speed up the process of claiming your rewards.

Stay updated on MLB 26

While catching up on existing content, we also recommend familiarizing yourself with the upcoming schedule for MLB The Show 26 so you can prepare for the next round of the grind.

Take this week, for example: August Spotlight Drop 2 is confirmed to launch on Friday, August 21. As part of a program series, Spotlight Drops operate on a monthly cycle with weekly updates.

On that same day, other new programs, a new Mini Seasons theme, and a Diamond Quest & Conquest map tied to these new programs will also be released.

This means that in the coming week, in addition to catching up on content you might have missed, you will need to put in extra effort to unlock these newly released rewards! We hope your return to MLB 26 reaches a satisfying level of progress soon.

Dear players, with Path of Exile 2 Patch 0.5 now in progress, have you noticed that the problems caused by Tablets in the game are becoming increasingly apparent? Whether it's the inherent strength of Tablets themselves, or the effort we put into finding better Tablets for better map rewards, they are now showing undeniable issues, affecting players' endgame farming experience.

Currently, these problems don't seem to have received much attention from the development team, but if you think about it, you'll realize they shouldn't exist!

Tablets Are Too Powerful

First, Tablets in PoE 2 are simply too powerful. The differences in the map benefits they provide are extremely vast. The drop rate difference between three high-quality Tablets and three low-quality Tablets on a single map is enormous.

This difference might not be immediately obvious to most players, but it is indeed dominating the direction of high-yield farming strategies.

For players just entering Atlas stage, using only three blue-quality Tablets offers negligible affix effects. Over thirty or forty maps, these effects provide almost no meaningful reward, leading to frustration and early game quitting.

Furthermore, some new players are unaware that crafting rare Tablets is only unlocked after defeating The Arbiter of Ash. Rare Tablets, with four affixes (two more than blue-quality ones), are almost twice as powerful.

This information gap further widens the resource disparity between experienced and new players, ultimately causing more players to quit Path of Exile 2.

Finding High-Quality Tablets Is Too Time-Consuming

Another major problem is the increasingly unacceptable time commitment required to acquire high-quality Tablets.

In the game, the generally accepted approach to maximizing rewards on each map is to filter and acquire high-quality Tablets through trading before starting a map.

Because the natural drop rate of high-quality Tablets in PoE 2 Patch 0.5 is extremely low - their affix combination requirements are equivalent to dropping a piece of equipment with six Tier 1 affixes, a probability that is practically negligible - and Tablets cannot be stacked in the stash, this means players need to pause the game every ten maps and spend fifteen minutes or more searching for and trading Tablets in hideout.

Many players, after consuming their current Tablets, would rather log off than face repeated waiting.

Especially when content creators release a farming strategy, the market price of related Tablets can double or even more in a short period, making efficient map farming unaffordable for ordinary players. Ultimately, they are forced to abandon specific strategies or obtain map rewards far below expectations.

Affix Design Flaws

The root of these problems lies in the current game's affix allocation for Tablets and the composition of the affix pool.

The tablet affix pool contains a large number of affixes with very low practical value for players, such as add extra chests. These not only offer no help to mainstream farming strategies but also reduce the probability of obtaining high-quality affix combinations through Orb of Alchemy or Orb of Transmutation.

If you want to obtain a rare Tablet with three or more high-quality affixes, it's essentially a matter of luck. Moreover, PoE 2 lacks a targeted crafting mechanism similar to that for equipment; even with sufficient currency, we cannot precisely improve the useless affixes in the Tablet.

This affix design results in high-quality Tablets costing dozens of PoE 2 Divine Orbs, and the number of high-quality Tablets is also limited. Even with good farming strategies, ordinary players will find it difficult to achieve excellent results in the endgame.

If you need to replenish your resources to acquire high-quality Tablets in transactions more quickly, you can directly buy PoE 2 currency from IGGM.com, allowing high-quality Tablets to bring you powerful map enhancements!

Furthermore, logging in now allows you to earn points through IGGM Check in (new registered users only), which can be used to offset cash costs on future orders or redeem coupons, making your currency acquisition more cost-effective.

How to improve this?

To reduce the trouble players encounter because of Tablets in Path of Exile 2 Patch 0.5 endgame, the development team has many areas for optimization.

Adjust Affix Weights

First, players would greatly appreciate an increase in the generation weight of high-quality affixes for Tablets, even if it's just removing some inefficient affixes like add extra chests that are rarely noticed.

Of course, affix weights only need minor adjustments; the quality of Tablets should still maintain a certain degree of randomness.

Introduce a Crafting Mechanism

Next, the development team could borrow ideas from the jewel system and add targeted crafting mechanisms to Tablets.

For example, designing an Omen that can remove a random Tablet affix and add a specific type of affix would allow players to gradually optimize their Tablets after investing resources.

Increase Tablet Charges

Increasing the number of charges per Tablet in PoE 2 from ten to more would reduce the frequency of interruptions to map runs because of Tablet refills, allowing for more continuous and immersive runs.

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We hope Path of Exile 2 will listen to player feedback in future updates and gradually optimize these Tablet design flaws that affect the experience.

ARC Raiders released Update 1.42.0 on August 18, and it is considerably more substantial than Update 1.41.0. Phantom Targets event is now officially live, along with the second part of the Raider Project.

The update also introduces a large number of fixes, map condition adjustments, shop bundle updates, and more. While this is still not a major update, it is certainly encouraging after the relatively quiet state of the game over the past few months.

Phantom Targets Part II

Phantom Targets was originally introduced as a limited-time event in Update 1.40.0. During the first part, Shani detected some strange readings on the radar, and Raiders were tasked with investigating them.

In Update 1.42.0, Shani has now confirmed the source of these strange readings: erratic Wasps.

Their flight patterns and technology differ from those of ordinary Wasps, so Raiders must hunt them down and collect their components for Shani to study. The second part will last for 19 days in total, with the following requirements and rewards:

Stage 4

Stage 5

Stage 6

Stage 6 no longer requires players to collect items. Instead, they must use fireworks to deal damage to any airborne ARC unit. and here are the rewards:

• Anvil IV
• Crash Mat Blueprint
• Anvil Splitter
• Computer Mouse

Phantom Targets appears to consist of several quests, or Parts, with players following clues that gradually lead them toward stronger enemies or a particular location.

With roughly a month and a half remaining before the major October 8 update, it would be a pretty cool marketing strategy if the official team could keep Phantom Targets going as a questline that eventually leads into Frozen Trail.

This would undoubtedly be a reward for the players who have continued to stick with ARC Raiders. The official team could also plant clues about Frozen Trail throughout each stage and give players reasons to search for them. That could help bring the player community back to life as well.

The drop rate of these items has a degree of randomness, with Glitched ARC Circuitry drops being even rarer. If you want to quickly obtain rewards, you can directly buy ARC Raiders Items at IGGM.com.

If you're a registered IGGM user, don't forget to earn points through IGGM check-ins. You can redeem points for discounts or cash coupons and use them in your orders.

Improvements to Map Condition Scheduling

Regional Map Condition Scheduling is one of the important system improvements introduced in this update. The development team aims to make map condition scheduling better aligned with players' habits, so a regional scheduling system has been introduced.

Starting with Version 1.42, map condition schedules will be shifted according to different regions instead of following a single global timetable.

This means scheduling will be adjusted around peak playtime in specific regions, providing a better experience for local players and reducing the chances of missing specific map conditions because of time zone differences.

This regional scheduling also allows players to switch servers to experience different map conditions, although doing so may result in higher network latency.

Anti-Cheat

Regarding the latest fair-play measures, the official team has once again emphasized that protecting the game environment from cheaters and exploit users remains a top priority.

For reports involving third-party software, the development team will first verify whether the software actually works as claimed, noting that many claims about supposed cheat software are not legitimate.

Downloading unverified software can not only result in an account ban but can also put personal data at risk. This warning is mainly aimed at item duplication cheats.

To keep your account secure, the official team strongly recommends enabling 2FA or passkeys on all external accounts linked to your Embark ID, and you should never share your login credentials with anyone.

Over the past few weeks, the official team has worked with Anybrain and Denuo Anticheat on multiple improvements and has taken swift action against a large number of accounts using recently popular cheat servers.

At the same time, the official team is ensuring that players who repeatedly and openly cheat continue to receive permanent sanctions, while also working to raise the barrier to creating new accounts and prevent cheaters from returning.

The ability to detect economy-related exploits has also been improved, allowing offenders to be sanctioned more quickly. Several measures are also being implemented against teaming-related cheating and matchmaking abuse, and more details will be shared once they are ready.

Shop Updates

Tick Hunter Set is now available in the shop as a bundle and includes Raider Coins.

The set includes Spider Tattoo, Field Phone Backpack, and Tick Trophy, which is a pretty cool backpack charm.

In addition, Merits Rewards Pass offers a completely free skin called Anomalia, which can be unlocked simply by obtaining Glitched ARC components or earning XP.

Glitched ARC components can be obtained by looting downed erratic Wasps. These components are quite valuable. For example, a Glitched ARC Transmitter is worth around 1,000 coins, while higher-tier components can be worth up to 5,000 coins, making them an efficient way to generate resources in the game.

Keep in mind that ordinary Wasps from the initial wave will not drop the new Glitched ARC components. Only erratic Wasps with distinctive appearances and sounds will drop them.

Besides being sold, these components can also be recycled at the crafting station. For example, Glitched ARC Circuitry can be dismantled into Exodus Modules and ARC Alloy, providing additional crafting materials.

Overall, ARC Raiders Patch 1.42.0 brings a reasonably substantial amount of content, but it still is not enough. With Frozen Trail update approaching, the official team will need to introduce more content to bring players back.

WoW TBC Classic Anniversary Phase 3 will launch on August 27th, along with the two major T6 raids, Mount Hyjal and Black Temple. This elevates the importance of raid composition to an unprecedented level.

With the gradual rise of melee classes and the peak of spellcaster DPS, the shortage of certain specializations is becoming increasingly significant. If you are preparing to create a new character or want to obtain a more stable raid position through rerolling, the following five specializations are definitely worth your serious consideration:

• Enhancement Shaman
• Balance Druid
• Arms Warrior
• Survival Hunter
• Affliction Warlock

No. 5 Enhancement Shaman

First, Enhancement Shaman ranks fifth, but this position does not diminish its importance. Since the release of Level 58 Character Boost, Alliances have finally been able to acquire Shamans, but the number of Enhancement Shamans still falls far short of raid needs. Data shows that currently, each raid averages only 1.7 Enhancement Shamans, while most raid leaders desire at least two, and top guilds even bring three.

Why are Enhancement Shamans so sought after? The core reason lies in their buffs to melee parties. First, Improved Weapon Totem increases the effect of Windfury Totem by 30%; second, Unleashed Rage provides a 10% melee attack power bonus to the entire melee party. More importantly, Enhancement Shamans can also perform totem twisting - by switching between Windfury Totem and Grace of Air Totem, party members can simultaneously enjoy the benefits of both totem. While this increases mana consumption and operational difficulty, the boost to melee DPS is a qualitative leap.

In Phase 3, the environment for melee classes improved significantly, with most teams forming dedicated melee squads, and Enhancement Shamans being the core of these squads. If you're willing to play Enhancement Shaman, getting into a group is a breeze.

Of course, if you choose to reroll a new character to play Enhancement Shaman, choosing the right specialization is only the first step. To quickly reach the T6 raid entry requirements, you'll need to invest heavily in gear, gems, and enchants. If you want to shorten the progression time, you can directly buy WoW TBC Classic Anniversary gold on IGGM.com.

However, before placing your order, don't forget to register and log in to your IGGM account to participate in daily check-ins and earn points. These points can be redeemed for IGGM Coupon, allowing you to acquire in-game resources at a lower price.

No. 4 Balance Druid

While Balance Druid's individual DPS isn't top-tier, the team buffs it provides are irresistible to any raid leader.

The core value of Balance Druid lies in the following key skills:

• Moonkin Aura provides 5% spell critical strike chance to all casters in the raid.
• Improved Faerie Fire provides 3% hit chance to all physical attackers.
• Innervate restores mana to healers or mages who are low on mana.

However, currently there are only an average of 0.8 Balance Druids per raid, and with the rise of Warlock, the 5% spell critical strike chance provided by Balance Druid will only become more valuable to casters. Balance Druid is relatively easy to play and ensures a stable raid position, making it well worth practicing.

No. 3 Arms Warrior

Warrior is the class most prone to main character syndrome in BCC Anniversary - everyone wants to play Fury Warrior as the MVP, but nobody wants to play Arms Warrior as a support.

The core value of Arms Warrior lies in the Blood Frenzy talent - it applies a debuff to the target, increasing all physical damage taken by 4%. For a full physical DPS team, this 4% increase is not to be underestimated. However, data shows that currently, each raid only has an average of 0.7 Arms Warriors, meaning that 30% of teams are missing this crucial debuff.

Besides psychological factors, there's another practical reason for the scarcity of Arms Warriors: their difficulty level is far higher than that of Fury Warriors. The Mortal Strike and Slam rotation requires extremely high sustained DPS, resulting in significant DPS loss during movement.

Therefore, some Arms Warriors choose to use dual-wield weapons instead of two-handed weapons. While this playstyle results in slightly lower DPS, the controls feel similar to Fury Warriors, making it easier to learn.

No. 2 Survival Hunter

When mentioning hunters from the TBC Anniversary, most people immediately think of the Beast Mastery Hunter. This is the game's DPS ceiling, relatively simple to operate, yet with incredibly high damage. Because of this, it faces the same situation as Fury Warriors: everyone wants to be a DPS, and no one wants to be a support.

However, the team buffs provided by Survival Hunters are irresistible to any team aiming for maximum DPS - Exposed Weakness - when a Survival Hunter lands a ranged critical strike, it applies a debuff to the target, increasing the attack power of all attackers by an amount equal to 25% of the hunter's Agility. By Tier 6, the Survival Hunter's Agility will reach an astonishing level, providing a significant damage boost to both hunter and warrior groups.

If you already enjoy the Hunter class and don't want to be caught in the middle of countless Beast Mastery Hunters, then respec to Survival Hunter and stack Agility - you'll gain a permanent raid entry ticket.

However, while you're rerolling for Phase 3, consider joining IGGM Facebook Group. We're hosting a WoW Game Time * 60 days free giveaway. Participating gives you a chance to win 60 days of TBC Anniversary Phase 3 playtime, providing a platform to showcase your new specialization.

No. 1 Affliction Warlock

At the top of the list is, of course, the rarest, most sought-after, and most in-demand specialization from TBC Classic Anniversary Phase 3 - Affliction Warlock.

The Warlock class will reach god-tier status in the later stages of the BBC Anniversary. With the accumulation of Tier 6 gear, Destruction Warlock's damage will snowball, firmly securing its position at the top of the DPS charts. Malediction, Affliction Warlock's key skill, is the catalyst that amplifies all of this.

Malediction's effect is: increasing the damage bonus of Curse of Elements or Curse of Shadows by an additional 3%. In addition, Affliction Warlock can reduce the physical damage taken by bosses against tanks through Shadow Embrace. If needed by the raid, Improved Imp can also be selected to provide a stamina bonus to the tank group.

Currently, there are only an average of 0.47 Affliction Warlocks per raid, a figure far more exaggerated than any of the previous specializations. Why? Because Affliction Warlock requires managing complex multi-target DoT rotations, maintaining various curses, and sacrificing personal DPS to allow others to achieve 99 Warcraft Logs.

Therefore, if you reroll for Affliction Warlock now and try to find a guild, your challenge isn't whether you can get in, but which guild you should join - several guilds will be vying for you.

So, if you're planning to reroll in Phase 3, all five specializations are worth prioritizing. Instead of trying to get into an overcrowded DPS specialization, choose a position that your team truly needs. After all, in TBC Classic Anniversary, personal DPS determines how high you can score, while team composition determines your chances of getting in.