The Forge is ready!

On the 17th of November, the anvil shall ring with the first hammer's fall.Here's all the information you need to know!

First Burn Event: Keys 🗝️
Token: ERC-721
Cost: Free + Gas
Every holder of Rune Materials will unlock the first recipe in their user profile.

Keys 🗝️

Keys enable you to unlock early experiences within the Rune ecosystem. Key holders will be the first users of our platform giving them priority access to new development features.

Recipes 📜

Recipes are an important aspect to forging and directly determine your crafting knowledge. Simply put, if you have the recipe, you know how to craft the item.

Recipes are off chain rewards and can be collected in various ways whether that be through specific tasks, activations, events or earned achievements. Be careful not to waste all your materials on one item. Remember, every recipe requires at least one wood to fuel the forge!🪵

Weekly Updates

A new crafting recipe will be released each week. Along with website profile improvements, features and bug fixes. We have some exciting gaming related community challenges coming up!

The materials mint will remain open until minted out. A little over 2% of supply remains.

Get your materials ready 🔥


Profile Update!

Those who have minted Rune Materials were given the first forge recipe, "Copper Key" as well as the very first achievement "Decipher the Rune"

This profile update also introduces profile sharing, share your profile on socials or with friends!

Profiles are the start of your personalized experience within Rune and will continue to be expanded over time, if there are any features you'd like to see implemented let us know in our discord!

Here are your six nominees for GAME OF THE YEAR at The Game Awards!

let us know your choice in the Rune Discord, we’re happy to discuss this year of gaming.

vote here: https://thegameawards.com/

Age of Empires IV, The Sultans Ascend is set to release on November 14th!

The expansion promises a wealth of new content, including two highly requested civilizations – the Byzantines and the Japanese. Each civilization boasts unique features, mechanics, bonuses, architecture, landmarks, units, and technologies.

The Byzantines construct aqueducts, harvest olive oil, hire mercenaries, and use Greek Fire.
The Japanese have access to special units like Samurai and Shinobi and a unique mining bonus.

In addition to the new civilizations, The Sultans Ascend introduces a novel concept called Variant Civilizations, offering modified versions of classic civilizations.

The expansion includes 10 new maps, two biomes (Japanese Spring and Savanna), and an eight-mission single-player campaign set in the Middle East during the European Crusades.
Players will take on the role of the Muslim resistance, facing off against European Crusaders and the Mongols.

Unlockable content includes achievements for both Byzantines and Japanese civilizations, as well as campaign-specific achievements. Masteries for each civilization provide additional challenges and goals, encouraging players to explore different aspects of their chosen faction's gameplay. With the release just around the corner, anticipation is high for the expansion's impact on Age of Empires IV.

Rockstar announces the GTA6 trailer releasing in early December

In celebration of the 25th anniversary of Rockstar Games, they announced the announcement of the long awaited GTA6 trailer.

Baldur's Gate 3 Dominates Golden Joystick Awards with Seven Wins!

At The Golden Joystick Awards in London, Larian's Baldur's Gate 3 emerged victorious, bagging an impressive seven awards. The notable wins include:

1. Best Storytelling

2. Best Visual Design

3. Best Game Community

4. PC Game of the Year

5. Ultimate Game of the Year

Larian Studios, the developer of Baldur's Gate 3, was honored with the "Studio of the Year" award, contributing to the impressive haul. Neil Newbon, who portrayed Astarion in Baldur's Gate 3, secured the Best Supporting Performer award. The only other game to claim multiple victories was Final Fantasy 16, earning accolades for Best Audio and Best Lead Performer.

With the year-end awards season ongoing, Baldur's Gate 3's success at The Golden Joystick Awards positions it as a strong contender for further recognition at upcoming events, including The Game Awards on December 7.

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 Faces Criticism on Steam Launch

The recently released Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 is receiving a lukewarm response from players, garnering only 29% positive reviews on Steam. With approximately 2,700 reviews on the platform, the reception is an improvement from its predecessor, Modern Warfare 2, which received a dismal 16%. However, compared to other AAA games, even those with significant launch issues, the rating is considered catastrophic.

Various criticisms have emerged, addressing concerns that were partly anticipated. Users on Steam highlight technical issues, including crashes, lag, and instability. Other concerns focuses on gameplay, citing server problems, skill-based matchmaking, and console auto-aim as significant drawbacks that make playing Modern Warfare 3 more frustrating than enjoyable.

The game is also criticized for being essentially a DLC at a full price. While it has some improvements over Modern Warfare 2, Modern Warfare 3 lacks sufficient content to justify its high price tag of 70 euros.

Given that the criticism extends beyond initial technical problems and delves into fundamental aspects of the game, it raises questions about the potential for developers to address these issues, especially considering the likely release of the next Call of Duty title in 2024. Players hope for more significant innovations and value for the price in future releases rather than incremental changes.

Meta introduces subscriptions for Instagram and Facebook

Meta is launching an ad-free version of Facebook and Instagram in Europe, allowing users to opt-out of personalized ads for a monthly fee.

Priced at €9.99 per month on the web or €12.99 via app stores, the subscription initially covers all linked accounts. However, after March 1st, additional linked profiles will incur extra fees—€6 per month directly or €8 via app stores.

The move is a response to evolving EU privacy regulations, emphasizing user choice amid the ad-supported model. Users over 18 are eligible, and the subscription aims to comply with changing regional laws.

The Steam Deck OLED is here!

Valve unveils the Steam Deck OLED, a revamped version of its handheld gaming PC, shipping from November 16th at $549!

This ultimate version features a 7.4-inch HDR OLED screen, promising a 50% longer battery life. The upgrade includes a more efficient 6nm AMD APU, faster memory, improved speakers, redesigned trackpad, and enhanced haptics. The device maintains the same processor, basic performance, storage options, and starting price.
Valve assures the OLED's longevity, dismissing concerns about burn-in.

The absence of Hall effect joysticks and a turbo mode is justified based on user satisfaction and design considerations. Valve asserts that Steam Deck 2 won't arrive until a significant generational improvement occurs in the next couple of years.

Humane's Ai Pin: A $700 Smartphone Alternative You Wear All Day

San Francisco-based startup Humane has unveiled its high-tech wearable, the Ai Pin, designed to be affixed to clothing, challenging the norms of personal technology.

Priced at $699, plus a $24 monthly fee for unlimited calling, texting, and data through T-Mobile, the Ai Pin aims to reduce smartphone dependency.

It features a laser projector for visual interfaces, a virtual assistant akin to ChatGPT, and the ability to take photos and send texts. Humane emphasizes privacy, assuring users that data won't be used for AI training.

The device, available for sale on November 16, is one of the first AI-centric wearables entering the market, targeting a broad consumer base.