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Right, I need you lot to pipe down for a minute because you’re making games less interesting. Last week, The Blood of Dawnwalker director Konrad Tomaszkiewicz shared that the game’s timer mechanics may be dropped in future installments of the vampire (eventual) series. This sounds like a boring decision to make if you ask me, as it’s the thing that most interests me about the RPG. And now, according to Tomaszkiewicz in a new interview, the timer mechanic was actually toned down based on its early reception.

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**World of Warcraft: Forever Beta Update Overview**

The beta for *World of Warcraft: Forever* has experienced a considerable update, tackling various bugs and presenting gameplay modifications that deserve the focus of players who may have stepped away from their journey. From raising level caps to introducing new quests and dungeons, this update improves the overall experience. Here are the main highlights from the recently published patch notes.

### Level Cap Increase

The level cap in the *WoW: Forever* beta has been raised from 20 to 30. This modification enables players to explore additional zones and access higher-level content, enriching their gameplay journey and offering a wider selection of quests to complete.

### New Dungeon: Excavation Site: Wetlands

A significant addition to the game is the new dungeon, Excavation Site: Wetlands, intended for players level 26 and above. This dungeon is situated in the south-central Wetlands region, atop a newly opened hill, featuring new challenges and encounters for players. Alongside this new dungeon, Razorfen Downs (level 25+) and Uldaman (level 30+) are now accessible, resulting in a total of three newly available dungeons in conjunction with previously opened ones.

### Nostalgic Quest: Kyle’s Gone Missing!

The cherished questline, Kyle’s Gone Missing!, has returned. Originally inspired by Ezra Chatterton’s Make-A-Wish visit in 2007, this quest serves as a heartfelt tribute to the community’s history. Players can once again partake in the mission to locate Kyle, evoking a sense of nostalgia and connection for long-time fans.

### Reduction in Dungeon Quest XP

In a divisive decision, the update lowers the experience points (XP) received from dungeon quests by 50%. This change has generated mixed feelings within the community. While some players voice concerns about the reduced rewards for participating in dungeons, others believe this modification encourages a more measured leveling approach, fostering a more reflective exploration of the game.

### Quirky Updates: Children Have Hats

In a playful twist, a humorous bug has surfaced where characters, including Anduin Wrynn, appear to be wearing hats. Developers have wittily acknowledged the issue, stating they are working to fix it, but with a lighthearted mention of the challenge posed by the giggling children responsible.

### Conclusion

This latest beta update for *World of Warcraft: Forever* brings a combination of thrilling new content and some contentious modifications that may affect gameplay dynamics. For those engaged in the *WoW* universe, this is a prime opportunity to re-enter the game and experience the new offerings ahead of the official launch. For a comprehensive overview of all changes, players can consult the full patch notes available on the game forums.

When I first learned about Core Values, the upcoming expansion to factory automation game Satisfactory, I didn’t grasp the scale of the challenge developer Coffee Stain had set themselves. ‘So, the game is set underground now?’ I thought. ‘I’ll just stick up some more lights and make the same factory I always have.’ Yet, as I covered yesterday, that won’t be possible. For a start because you’ll need to use new logistics tools to connect your factory buildings – conveyor belts aren’t gone, but they’re nowhere near as useful as they once were.

Another major difference, though, is a design problem for the developers: how to make a perfectly-sized cave.

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