Tag PTR

John Barrymore April 18, 2024 4 minutes
The blog post discusses the updated Patch 10.2.7 PTR Patch Notes from Blizzard, which include various user interface and accessibility improvements for the Group Finder, dressing room previews, and Solo Shuffle scoreboards. These changes aim to enhance the experience of finding Mythic+ groups, provide more convenience in item previews, and display match results in scoreboards.
John Barrymore April 13, 2024 5 minutes
The blog post discusses the changes and updates for each class in the upcoming Diablo 4 Season 4 PTR. It highlights the changes to Barbarians, Druids, Necromancers, Rogues, and Sorcerers, including buffs, nerfs, new abilities, and unique items. The post also mentions the potential for new builds and increased build diversity in the upcoming season.
John Barrymore April 10, 2024 3 minutes
Blizzard is opening Pandaria Remix PTR servers for testing this weekend, April 12 - 14. Players will have the opportunity to test all content, including heroic raids, quest zones, and the new Cloak of Infinite Potential. Don't miss out on this chance to provide feedback and experience the exciting new features in WoW Remix: Mists of Pandaria.
John Barrymore April 08, 2024 6 minutes
The blog post discusses the desire of Diablo 4 players to extend the Public Test Realm (PTR) to address bugs and provide feedback. The blog also highlights the response from Adam Fletcher, the Global Community Development Director, who assures players that their concerns are not being ignored. Additionally, it mentions the potential for another PTR before Season 4 officially launches.
John Barrymore April 06, 2024 3 minutes
Discover the intriguing new Rare Elixir, the Profane Mindcage, found in the Season 4 PTR datamining. This elixir enhances the Helltide event, increasing the difficulty and drop rates while potentially being linked to the Iron Wolves theme. Uncover the breadcrumbs and delve into the exciting possibilities of this new item.
John Barrymore April 05, 2024 2 minutes
In this blog post, players' concerns about the rewards from the new Tormented Echoes Bosses in Diablo 4 Patch 1.4.0 are addressed. The post covers the disparity in rewards between normal and Tormented bosses, as well as Blizzard's response to the issue and the possibility of upcoming changes.
John Barrymore April 05, 2024 4 minutes
This blog post discusses the datamined information from the Diablo 4 PTR pointing towards an Iron Wolves-themed Season 4. While it is not confirmed if these assets and rewards will be used in the upcoming season, there are hints of an Iron Wolves revival in the game. The post also explores the history and significance of the Iron Wolves in the Diablo franchise.
John Barrymore April 03, 2024 2 minutes
Wowhead's Build Planner is now updated with PTR data for Patch 1.4.0, allowing players to theorycraft and plan their builds with the latest skills, uniques, and aspects for each class. The Build Planner will not only help players prepare for PTR testing but will also be available for future build planning even after PTR closes. Stay tuned for upcoming features, including Greater and Tempered Affixes!
John Barrymore April 02, 2024 5 minutes
Blizzard has unlocked the Diablo 4 PTR forums and released a statement regarding known issues and what to expect in the upcoming Season 4 PTR. These include problems with the new crafting systems, Tempering and Masterworking, as well as other updated content. Players will need to finish the prologue to access the Boost NPC, but a solution is being worked on.
John Barrymore March 20, 2024 9 minutes
This blog post provides an overview of the Diablo 4 PTR, highlighting the most interesting content, features, and quality-of-life improvements. It covers the upcoming Season 4, itemization rework, base item updates, additional updates, new systems like tempering and masterworking, class updates, hardcore changes, endgame content, Q&A, and future plans for the game.
John Barrymore March 20, 2024 4 minutes
The blog post provides an overview of the upcoming Diablo 4 PTR, highlighting various content, features, and improvements. It discusses the season preview, itemization rework, base item updates, additional updates, new crafting systems, class updates, and more.
John Barrymore January 10, 2024 10 minutes
In this blog post, the author discusses the absence of a Public Test Realm (PTR) in Diablo 4 and argues for its inclusion as a crucial tool for quality assurance and community feedback. They explore the history of PTRs in previous Diablo games, the benefits of PTR testing, and the reported challenges that Blizzard may face in implementing a PTR for Diablo 4. The author emphasizes the potential improvement it could bring to the overall gaming experience for players and developers alike.
John Barrymore December 01, 2023 5 minutes
Blizzard has announced the PTR for Diablo 3's Patch 2.7.7, which includes permanent additions to the game such as the Rites of Sanctuary and Visions of Enmity Season themes, class balance changes, and more. Players are invited to participate in the PTR testing phase from December 5 to 12 and provide feedback on the new features.
John Barrymore November 17, 2023 3 minutes
Blizzard hints at a new cross-over promotion between Hearthstone and WoW in celebration of Hearthstone's 10th anniversary in 2024. The first 10.2.5 PTR build reveals a variety of new Hearthstone-themed items and features, including mounts, pets, and cosmetic items.
John Barrymore November 10, 2023 5 minutes
Discover new and exciting runes found in the WoW Classic Season of Discovery PTR, including Gladiator Stance for Warriors and Aspect of the Lion for Hunters. Although these runes may not be final and could be subject to changes or exclusion, they offer an interesting glimpse into potential gameplay enhancements.
John Barrymore November 07, 2023 1 minute
This blog post explores the recent Mythic+ hotfixes on the Patch 10.2 PTR, focusing on the reduced timers in Dungeon of the Infinite (DOTI) for Season 3. It also highlights tuning changes to specific bosses, such as Tyr, the Infinite Keeper's Titanic Blow and the Tainted Sentry's Swell channel.
John Barrymore October 27, 2023 2 minutes
This blog post discusses recent changes to Morchie's timers on the Patch 10.2 PTR, making the encounter easier. The cooldown on some of her abilities have been extended, resulting in more standing around during the boss fight but fewer Clone encounters. It also explores the tradeoff between dealing with adds using traps or using mass AoE CCs, highlighting the differences in damage and difficulty.
John Barrymore October 18, 2023 4 minutes
Blizzard has released the Dragonflight Patch 10.2 PTR Development notes, detailing updates and changes to classes and specializations in the game. The patch includes adjustments to abilities, damage increases, and fixes for various issues across multiple classes, providing players with a more balanced and enhanced gaming experience.
John Barrymore October 11, 2023 3 minutes
This blog post discusses the recent nerfs to Morchie's Time Traps in the 10.2 PTR Mythic+ dungeon tuning. The changes reduce the upfront damage but apply the same amount of total damage over time, reducing the potential for players to be one-shotted when multiple traps are triggered simultaneously.
John Barrymore October 11, 2023 7 minutes
Blizzard has released the Dragonflight Patch 10.2: Guardians of the Dream PTR development notes, featuring new tuning and design changes for multiple classes. The update includes adjustments to abilities, damage increases, set bonuses, and more, aimed at enhancing gameplay and character power.
John Barrymore October 11, 2023 3 minutes
The latest Patch 10.2 PTR build reveals a new Druid customization option in the form of the Mythic Fyrakk mount, Anu'relos, Flames Guidance. This special unlock allows Druids to undergo a full transformation into this stunning creature, offering an exciting addition to their arsenal of abilities.
John Barrymore October 10, 2023 4 minutes
This blog post discusses the recent changes to the Augmentation Evokers in Patch 10.2 PTR, specifically focusing on the adjustments to buff targeting and the impact on raid compositions. The author reviews the changes, addresses some remaining issues, and provides insights into optimizing gameplay.
John Barrymore October 06, 2023 4 minutes
This blog post discusses the substantial rework of Havoc Demon Hunters in the Dragonflight 10.2 PTR. The author reviews the changes to the talent tree, new resource economy, and other major gameplay adjustments that players can expect in Season 3. The post also covers the changes to the Demon Hunter class tree and provides insights into the overall impact of these changes on the Havoc specialization.
John Barrymore October 02, 2023 2 minutes
In this blog post, Blizzard responds to feedback on Season 3 trinkets from the Patch 10.2 PTR. The Seedling trinket has been fixed to spawn at 50% HP and burn down at a slower rate, and the Blossom of Amirdrassil trinket now grants Haste and has increased healing. The post also addresses some bugs and issues with these trinkets, promising to look into them further.
John Barrymore September 28, 2023 3 minutes
The Patch 10.2 PTR developer notes have been released, revealing updates for various classes and specializations in World of Warcraft. There are changes to Hunter raid buffs, Mage fixes for critical damage bonuses, and adjustments to talents and abilities for other classes like Demon Hunters, Druids, and Shamans. Overall, these updates aim to enhance gameplay and balance in the game.
John Barrymore September 28, 2023 2 minutes
Discover the upcoming cosmetic additions in the Dragonflight Patch 10.2 PTR build, including the Errant Crusader's Helm, Wildhammer Scout's Headgear, and the Royal Witch Doctor's Guard. Other related items like the Witch Doctor's Fetish Guard and the Royal Witch Doctor's Trophies hint at exciting color variations to come.
John Barrymore September 27, 2023 10 minutes
The blog post discusses the significant changes made to Restoration Shamans in the Dragonflight 10.2 PTR. It touches on the importance of resource management and single-target healing, as well as the impact of talent choices and tier set bonuses. The author also reflects on the current state of Restoration Shamans and hopes for improvements in the future.
John Barrymore September 26, 2023 12 minutes
Discover the latest changes to the Subtlety Rogue specialization in the Dragonflight 10.2 PTR. This blog post breaks down the rework, highlighting the new talent options, improved resource pacing, and emphasized cooldowns. Find out how these changes enhance gameplay and bring more diversity to the Subtlety Rogue spec.