Seasonal Outlook
Release Dates, Season Kickoffs, and Alphas.
Q1 2026 Outlook
Deadlock Closed Beta / Dev Build
Current State
Holiday Update 2025
Live as of Dec 17
Key Features
- • Snowball Challenge: Levelable seasonal item.
- • Map Update: Seasonal "Hideout" reskin.
- • Shop Rework: New tier items live.
Development Forecast (Q1 2026)
New Hero: "Venator"
Rumored for Jan/Feb patch cycle. Model files spotted in latest build.
Visual Overhaul
"Final" art style pass expected for release candidates (RC1).
Shooter Ecosystem Extraction & Hero Shooters
| Game | Event/Update | Date | Intel |
|---|---|---|---|
| ARC Raiders | "Cold Snap" Update | Live Now | Snowfall Map Condition |
| ↳ Event | The Expedition Project | Dec 17 - Dec 22 | Optional (for the sweats) |
| Marvel Rivals | Season 5.5: "Rogue's Gambit" | Live (Dec 12) | New Hero: Rogue |
| ↳ Upcoming | Jeff Land Map Update | Dec 19 | Winter Splash Event |
League of Legends 2026 Season
| Date | Event | Location | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 7, 2026 | Season 2026 Kickoff | Global | Incoming |
| Mar 16 - Mar 22 | The Stand Tournament | São Paulo, Brazil | New Major |
World of Warcraft The Worldsoul Saga
Midnight Expansion
Mar 2, 2026Return to Quel'Thalas. The Void invasion begins.
Confirmed Release
Pre-Expansion Update
Jan 20, 2026
Season 3 Cutoff
Jan 19, 2026
Patch 12.0 Launch
Jan 20, 2026
Transition Phase