# AFK Times

> AFK Times (https://afktimes.com) is an independent game portal in 9 languages: a game release calendar and most-anticipated rankings built every day from Steam wishlist data, plus guides and news for selected games. Facts are checked against several sources, which are listed under every guide.

Every page is also available as Markdown: request the normal address with the header `Accept: text/markdown`, or add `index.md` to the address (for example https://afktimes.com/en/index.md). Search index of all games, guides and news in one language: https://afktimes.com/en/szukaj.json (fields: t = title, k = kind or game, d = description, u = address relative to the language root).

Languages: [Polski](https://afktimes.com/pl/), [English](https://afktimes.com/en/), [Deutsch](https://afktimes.com/de/), [Français](https://afktimes.com/fr/), [Español](https://afktimes.com/es/), [Português (Brasil)](https://afktimes.com/pt-br/), [Italiano](https://afktimes.com/it/), [Türkçe](https://afktimes.com/tr/), [Русский](https://afktimes.com/ru/). Each page links its translations with hreflang.

## Main pages (English)

- [Video game release calendar, rankings and guides](https://afktimes.com/en/): PC game release calendar, the most anticipated games ranking and guides for new releases — in 9 languages, updated daily.
- [Video game release calendar 2026](https://afktimes.com/en/releases/): PC game release dates month by month — with platforms, genres and each game's rank among the most anticipated. Updated daily.
- [Most anticipated games — 2026 ranking](https://afktimes.com/en/most-anticipated/): The most anticipated games ranked by Steam wishlists, updated daily. Release dates, platforms and the change in rank over the week.
- [Fastest-growing upcoming games](https://afktimes.com/en/trending/): Games that climbed the Steam wishlist ranking the most over the last week — updated daily.
- [Most played games on Steam: player count](https://afktimes.com/en/player-count/): Steam games ranked by player count: 24-hour average and peak, plus the 7-day change. Measured every hour.

## ARC Raiders guides — class builds and tools

- [ARC Raiders guides — class builds and tools](https://afktimes.com/en/arc-raiders/): ARC Raiders: beginner and advanced guides, builds for every class, tools and the latest news.
- [ARC Raiders: beginner guide, tips and tricks and how to play](https://afktimes.com/en/arc-raiders/guides/beginners-guide-tips/): How to play ARC Raiders after Frozen Trail 2.0: your first raids step by step, Free Loadout, workshop and Outpost, traders, recycling, extraction, solo play and mistakes.
- [ARC Raiders weapons tier list: best weapons after Frozen Trail 2.0](https://afktimes.com/en/arc-raiders/guides/best-weapons-tier-list/): All 26 weapons in ARC Raiders after Frozen Trail 2.0: PvP and PvE tier lists, weapons for big ARC, Hullcracker, upgrades, how to amplify weapons, blueprints and ammo.
- [ARC Raiders boss list: Queen, Matriarch, Emperor, Frigate, HP and loot](https://afktimes.com/en/arc-raiders/guides/bosses-arc-enemies/): ARC Raiders bosses: Queen and Matriarch, the ARC Turbine mini-boss, the ARC Frigate and the Fallen Emperor dungeon. Where they spawn, boss HP, loot and how to fight them.
- [ARC Raiders update: what's new in Frozen Trail 2.0 and patch 2.1.1](https://afktimes.com/en/arc-raiders/guides/latest-update-whats-new/): Returning to ARC Raiders? What's new in Frozen Trail 2.0 and patch notes up to 2.1.1: Outpost, new skill tree, Reward Pass, Cred gone, shop, Expeditions, Steam reviews.
- [ARC Raiders maps: all 7 maps, map conditions, rotation and Pendola Pass](https://afktimes.com/en/arc-raiders/guides/maps-map-conditions/): Every ARC Raiders map from Dam Battlegrounds to Pendola Pass: unlock requirements, map conditions and hourly rotation, keys, extraction and interactive maps.
- [ARC Raiders PS5, Xbox and PC: crossplay, PS Plus, price and player count](https://afktimes.com/en/arc-raiders/guides/ps5-xbox-pc-crossplay-player-count/): ARC Raiders is on PC (Steam, Epic), PS5 and Xbox Series X|S, not PS4. Prices from $39.99, PS Plus and Game Pass, crossplay, plus Steam Charts and SteamDB player count.
- [ARC Raiders PvE mode explained: the PvE toggle test, rules and end date](https://afktimes.com/en/arc-raiders/guides/pve-mode-explained/): ARC Raiders PvE mode is a PvE toggle test running until October 20, 2026, 11:00 CEST. How to turn on PvE mode, rules, lower loot, excluded maps and whether PvE stays.
- [ARC Raiders: skill tree guide and best builds for PvP, PvE and solo](https://afktimes.com/en/arc-raiders/guides/skill-tree-best-builds/): The ARC Raiders skill tree after Frozen Trail 2.0: all 48 skills, the 10/30/40 thresholds, best PvP, PvE and solo builds, build planners and the Sprinting On Fumes nerf.

## Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 guides — class builds and tools

- [Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 guides — class builds and tools](https://afktimes.com/en/call-of-duty-modern-warfare-4/): Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4: beginner and advanced guides, builds for every class, tools and the latest news.
- [Modern Warfare 4 best builds: M4, ISO, PPSh, shotgun and best class](https://afktimes.com/en/call-of-duty-modern-warfare-4/guides/best-weapon-builds-loadouts/): The best Modern Warfare 4 builds from the beta: M4, ISO Nightshade, PPSh-41, Rezi 12 shotgun and KG-7 Vulcan, plus the best class, launch changes and build codes.
- [Modern Warfare 4 campaign: length, all 16 missions, co-op and reviews](https://afktimes.com/en/call-of-duty-modern-warfare-4/guides/campaign-length-missions/): MW4 campaign: 16 missions and 6–9 hours. Full mission list with rewards, difficulty levels, no co-op, early access from October 16, review scores and languages.
- [Modern Warfare 4 DMZ guide: Early Access time, Hajin map, rules and tips](https://afktimes.com/en/call-of-duty-modern-warfare-4/guides/dmz-guide/): MW4 DMZ Early Access starts October 20, 2026 at 10:00 PT (19:00 CEST) for digital buyers. Hajin map, 60 players, exfil, Bounty, Wanted, solo, MWII changes, tips.
- [Modern Warfare 4: intel locations, Farm Field Hidden Bunker code, secrets](https://afktimes.com/en/call-of-duty-modern-warfare-4/guides/intel-locations-secrets/): MW4 intel locations: notes in 3 missions, 26 Yellow Supply Crates in Stranded, Farm Field Hidden Bunker code 0330, every keypad code, the 8410 safe and trophies.
- [Modern Warfare 4 multiplayer: maps and modes at launch, Zombies, beta](https://afktimes.com/en/call-of-duty-modern-warfare-4/guides/multiplayer-maps-modes/): MW4 multiplayer from October 23, 2026: 12 Core 6v6 maps, Kill Block, Ground War and Gunfight, new modes, Pick 3 Create-a-Class, prestige, beta and SBMM. No Zombies.
- [Modern Warfare 4 PC: system requirements, TPM 2.0, DLSS and best settings](https://afktimes.com/en/call-of-duty-modern-warfare-4/guides/pc-requirements-best-settings/): Modern Warfare 4 PC system requirements (Minimum, Recommended, Ray Tracing), mandatory TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot, DLSS 4.5 not DLSS 5, 115 GB SSD and best settings.
- [Modern Warfare 4 platforms: Switch 2, PS4, PC, crossplay and Game Pass](https://afktimes.com/en/call-of-duty-modern-warfare-4/guides/platforms-switch-2-crossplay/): Modern Warfare 4 launches October 23, 2026 on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC and Switch 2. It is not coming to PS4 or Xbox One, and it won't join Game Pass until 2027.
- [Modern Warfare 4: release date, launch time, preload, editions and price](https://afktimes.com/en/call-of-duty-modern-warfare-4/guides/release-date-time-editions/): Modern Warfare 4 release date: October 23, 2026 at midnight local time. Launch times worldwide, why Steam says October 22, preload size, early access, price, Game Pass.

## Castlevania: Belmont's Curse guides — class builds and tools

- [Castlevania: Belmont's Curse guides — class builds and tools](https://afktimes.com/en/castlevania-belmonts-curse/): Castlevania: Belmont's Curse: beginner and advanced guides, builds for every class, tools and the latest news.
- [Castlevania: Belmont's Curse: all 29 achievements and trophies, Platinum and hidden requirements](https://afktimes.com/en/castlevania-belmonts-curse/guides/achievements/): All 29 Castlevania: Belmont's Curse achievements with Steam unlock rates: 13 bosses, 3 endings, collectibles, Lamplighter (666 candles) and Dialog Skipper (beat the game in under 4 hours). What is hidden and how to get it.
- [Castlevania: Belmont's Curse: all bosses in order, rewards (Arcana) and how to beat them](https://afktimes.com/en/castlevania-belmonts-curse/guides/all-bosses-order/): Every boss in Castlevania: Belmont's Curse in order: The Fallen, Medusa, Joan of Arc, Death, Isaac, Carmilla, Talos, Mammon, Dracula, plus the optional Arthur and Succubus. Which Arcana and abilities they give and how to fight them.
- [Castlevania: Belmont's Curse: all 28 weapons and 7 legendary weapons, where to find them](https://afktimes.com/en/castlevania-belmonts-curse/guides/all-weapons-legendary/): All 28 weapons in Castlevania: Belmont's Curse with locations: 7 families, 4 tiers each. How to get every legendary: Vampire Killer, Excalibur, Alucard's Sword and Shield, War and Famine, Chauve-Souris, Bernhard's Wrath and Valmanway.
- [Castlevania: Belmont's Curse black screen on launch: how to fix it (V-Sync), ghost inputs, Steam Deck](https://afktimes.com/en/castlevania-belmonts-curse/guides/black-screen-fix-controller-steam-deck/): Castlevania: Belmont's Curse won't launch and shows a black screen? KONAMI's official workaround step by step, editing PLAYERPREFS.sav, a driver frame cap, menus that scroll on their own and the Steam Deck.
- [Castlevania: Belmont's Curse endings: how to get the true ending (Curse Lifted), normal and bad](https://afktimes.com/en/castlevania-belmonts-curse/guides/endings-true-ending/): Castlevania: Belmont's Curse has 3 endings. The bad one comes from the Clock Tower clock without Soul Harvest, the normal one from beating Dracula without Absolution, and the true one from the four virtue bells, your shadow and Dracula with Absolution.
- [Castlevania: Belmont's Curse fast travel: mirrors, Hall of Mirrors and the Ferryman (how to unlock)](https://afktimes.com/en/castlevania-belmonts-curse/guides/fast-travel-mirrors-ferryman/): How fast travel works in Castlevania: Belmont's Curse: kneeling at a Mirror of Life (Hall of Mirrors) and the Ferryman. Where to find him, all 9 wharves and 34 mirrors, and what to do when fast travel is not working.
- [Castlevania: Belmont's Curse map: all areas, abilities and what counts toward 100%](https://afktimes.com/en/castlevania-belmonts-curse/guides/map-areas-100-percent/): Castlevania: Belmont's Curse map guide: the 9 areas of Paris and Dracula's castle, the order, abilities that open the way, locked gates and exactly what counts toward 100% completion (Perfectionist Hunter). Heart fragments, clues, mirrors.
- [Castlevania: Belmont's Curse: Midnight Edition vs Standard, every costume and the Konami code](https://afktimes.com/en/castlevania-belmonts-curse/guides/midnight-edition-costumes-konami-code/): What the Midnight Edition of Castlevania: Belmont's Curse ($39.99) adds over the Standard Edition ($29.99). All 7 costumes for Rose, the Konami code for the Sonia skin, the SteelBook and the Alucard bonus.
- [Castlevania: Belmont's Curse: price, languages, PC requirements and length](https://afktimes.com/en/castlevania-belmonts-curse/guides/price-languages-requirements/): Castlevania: Belmont's Curse costs $29.99 / €29.99 on Steam (Midnight Edition $39.99). Regional prices, languages, PC requirements, Steam Deck, the demo save transfer and how many hours it takes.
- [Is Castlevania: Belmont's Curse worth it? Critic scores, Metacritic and Steam player reviews](https://afktimes.com/en/castlevania-belmonts-curse/guides/reviews-is-it-worth-it/): Castlevania: Belmont's Curse averages 86 on OpenCritic and 84 on Metacritic, while Steam user reviews have climbed from "Mixed" to "Mostly Positive" (71%). What critics and players praise and criticize, and who the game is for.
- [Castlevania: Belmont's Curse on Switch and Switch 2: 30 or 60 fps, scores, Switch vs PS5](https://afktimes.com/en/castlevania-belmonts-curse/guides/switch-2-performance-30-60-fps/): Castlevania: Belmont's Curse runs at 30 fps on Switch, and the demo ran at 60 fps on Switch 2. There is no separate Switch 2 version. Scores per platform, visuals and which version to pick.

## Enshrouded guides — class builds and tools

- [Enshrouded guides — class builds and tools](https://afktimes.com/en/enshrouded/): Enshrouded: beginner and advanced guides, builds for every class, tools and the latest news.
- [Enshrouded 1.0 beginner's guide: the first hours step by step and what changed](https://afktimes.com/en/enshrouded/guides/beginners-guide-1-0/): How to start Enshrouded in version 1.0: Cinder Vault, the first Flame Altar, the Blacksmith and the other craftspeople, glider, grappling hook, the Shroud and hourglasses, Flame upgrades, food, rest and beginner mistakes. Every 1.0 change to the start.
- [Enshrouded best base locations in 1.0: every biome and the rules](https://afktimes.com/en/enshrouded/guides/best-base-locations/): Where to build your base in Enshrouded 1.0: Flame Altar rules, the 15/16 altar limit, recommended spots in every biome, Comfort, survivors and building basics.
- [Enshrouded 1.0 best builds: mage, archer, warrior, tank and healer](https://afktimes.com/en/enshrouded/guides/best-builds-1-0/): 5 starter builds for Enshrouded 1.0: Battlemage (wand + shield), Wizard (staff), Ranger (bow), melee warrior and Tank + Healer. Skills, armor, food, 1.0 changes.
- [Enshrouded: best class to start with in 1.0? Solo and co-op, without a fake tier list](https://afktimes.com/en/enshrouded/guides/best-class-to-start/): Which class to pick in Enshrouded 1.0? There are no classes; there's one shared skill tree with 12 branches. What to pick solo (Battlemage, Ranger) and in co-op (Tank, Healer), what 1.0 changed and why Early Access builds are outdated.
- [Enshrouded best settings: FPS boost, DLSS vs DLAA and stutter fix in 1.0](https://afktimes.com/en/enshrouded/guides/best-settings-fps-stutter-fix/): How to fix FPS drops and stuttering in Enshrouded 1.0: DLSS vs DLAA, no frame generation, VSync, frame cap, system requirements, Steam Deck and known bugs.
- [Enshrouded bosses 1.0: boss locations list, drops, respawn and Vorgoth](https://afktimes.com/en/enshrouded/guides/boss-locations-list/): Every Enshrouded 1.0 boss in order: boss locations, drops, which Flame level each unlocks, the Fell Dragon Youngling dragon, final boss Vorgoth and boss respawn.
- [Enshrouded co-op: how to play with friends in 1.0, step by step](https://afktimes.com/en/enshrouded/guides/co-op-multiplayer-guide/): How to play Enshrouded with friends in 1.0: player-hosted world or server, up to 16 players on PC, password and permissions, crossplay, split-screen and fixes.
- [Enshrouded 1.0: combat, class and magic changes (new spells)](https://afktimes.com/en/enshrouded/guides/combat-classes-magic-changes/): Enshrouded 1.0 combat per the changelog: level 50, skill tree reset, 9 new spells, Eternal for every spell, skeletons, wands, new skills and armor sets.
- [Enshrouded dedicated server: host your own or rent one? Step-by-step guide](https://afktimes.com/en/enshrouded/guides/dedicated-server-guide/): How to set up an Enshrouded dedicated server (Windows, port 15637, enshrouded_server.json, password groups), how much RAM it needs and what changes in 1.0 and when renting is better.
- [Enshrouded Deluxe Edition: what's included, price and is it worth it](https://afktimes.com/en/enshrouded/guides/deluxe-edition-upgrade-pack/): Enshrouded Deluxe Upgrade Pack costs $9.99: 3 class outfits, an artbook and a printable map. Deluxe vs standard price on Steam and PS5, soundtrack, how to redeem.
- [Is Enshrouded 1.0 worth it? Enshrouded vs Valheim by the numbers](https://afktimes.com/en/enshrouded/guides/is-it-worth-it-vs-valheim/): Enshrouded 1.0 or Valheim? Steam ratings, prices, HowLongToBeat playtimes, co-op limits, crossplay, mods and PC specs, plus Palworld and Dragonwilds.
- [Enshrouded map 1.0: every biome in order, levels and Flame tiers](https://afktimes.com/en/enshrouded/guides/map-biomes-guide/): The Enshrouded map in version 1.0: biome order, character and Flame levels, bosses, resources, Ancient Spires, fast travel and the new Cinder's Cradle biome.
- [Enshrouded mods: how to install them with EML and do they work in 1.0](https://afktimes.com/en/enshrouded/guides/mods-guide/): Does Enshrouded have mods? No official support, but there is the unofficial Enshrouded Mod Loader (EML). Where to get mods, game and server install, 1.0 risks.
- [Enshrouded on PS5 and Xbox: release date, launch time, crossplay and price](https://afktimes.com/en/enshrouded/guides/ps5-xbox-release-date-crossplay/): Enshrouded launches on PS5 and PS5 Pro on October 15, 2026 at 15:00 UTC (8 AM PDT / 11 AM EDT). Up to 8 online players with PS Plus, no PC crossplay at 1.0, Xbox Series X|S in spring 2027. PS5 price and servers.
- [Enshrouded resources: where to find clay, tin, iron, amber, resin and tar (1.0)](https://afktimes.com/en/enshrouded/guides/resources-locations/): Where to find resources in Enshrouded 1.0: clay, tin, copper, iron, amber, resin, tar, sulfur, coal, salt, leather, Shroud Core, Archaic Essence and gold coins. Biomes, mines and recipes in tables.
- [Does Enshrouded 1.0 wipe saves? Your character and world](https://afktimes.com/en/enshrouded/guides/saves-wipe-character-1-0/): Enshrouded 1.0 does not wipe saves: the game backs them up and migrates them to a new format. Character missing after hotfix 1.0.0.2? New save folder, Steam Cloud, skill tree and key resets.
- [Enshrouded 1.0 server hosting compared: 12 providers (prices, RAM, PS5)](https://afktimes.com/en/enshrouded/guides/server-hosting-comparison/): Where to rent an Enshrouded server for 1.0? 12 providers checked on October 15, 2026: price for 16 players, RAM, European locations, refunds, free trials, mods, PS5 and discount codes.
- [Sparkworks in Enshrouded 1.0: what it is and how it works](https://afktimes.com/en/enshrouded/guides/sparkworks/): Sparkworks in Enshrouded 1.0: tools and interactive props, the 2D graph editor, levers, plates, traps, NOT/OR gates, timers, enemies and the new adventure menu.
- [Enshrouded 1.0: release time, price, platforms and what's new](https://afktimes.com/en/enshrouded/guides/version-1-0-release-date-price/): Enshrouded 1.0 launches October 15, 2026 at 15:00 UTC (8 AM PDT / 11 AM EDT / 4 PM BST) on PC and PS5. $39.99, new biome Cinder's Cradle, level 50, requirements and the full changelog.
- [Enshrouded water: how to get water, build a well, dispenser and watering can (1.0)](https://afktimes.com/en/enshrouded/guides/water-well-guide/): How to get water in Enshrouded 1.0: the Longkeep well, water pouch, your own Water Well and how to unlock it, Water Dispenser, rain barrel, watering can, pump, irrigation and recipes that need water.

## Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival guides — class builds and tools

- [Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival guides — class builds and tools](https://afktimes.com/en/hellraiser/): Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival: beginner and advanced guides, builds for every class, tools and the latest news.
- [Hellraiser: Revival achievements (all 69), how to get them and how rare they are](https://afktimes.com/en/hellraiser/guides/achievements/): Full list of the 69 achievements in Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival with unlock rates (as of Oct 18, 2026): the endings, pain and suffering pillars, Lord of War, Artificer and hidden achievements.
- [Hellraiser: Revival — all endings and how to get both in one run](https://afktimes.com/en/hellraiser/guides/endings-explained/): Hellraiser: Revival has two endings, "Human After All" and "Experience Beyond Limits". How the final choice works, how to see both from one save, and whether Sunny survives. Spoilers.
- [Hellraiser: Revival — release, price, requirements, length and languages](https://afktimes.com/en/hellraiser/guides/release-price-requirements/): Everything about Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival after its October 8, 2026 launch: prices, PC requirements, how long it takes, difficulty levels, Switch 2, Steam Deck and languages (no Polish or Turkish).
- [Hellraiser: Revival on YouTube and Twitch (can you record and stream the game)](https://afktimes.com/en/hellraiser/guides/streaming-youtube-twitch/): YouTuber j0nathan got a permanent ban for recording the opening of Hellraiser: Revival even though he covered the nudity. What happened, what the publisher advises, and how to reduce the risk if you want to stream or record the game.

## PAPERHEAD guides — class builds and tools

- [PAPERHEAD guides — class builds and tools](https://afktimes.com/en/paperhead/): PAPERHEAD: beginner and advanced guides, builds for every class, tools and the latest news.
- [PAPERHEAD achievements: all 25, how to get them and how rare they are](https://afktimes.com/en/paperhead/guides/achievements/): All 25 PAPERHEAD achievements with global unlock rates (as of Oct 10, 2026) and verified methods: how to unlock Drone 0 and Jeb, "Aha!" in chapter 2, PERFECT ranks.
- [How long is PAPERHEAD? All 18 chapters, difficulty and PERFECT rank](https://afktimes.com/en/paperhead/guides/chapters-length-difficulty/): How long PAPERHEAD takes to beat (4–8 hours), the full list of 18 chapters, Story/Normal/Hardcore difficulty, what a PERFECT rank depends on, Survival mode and launch bugs.
- [PAPERHEAD: release, price, system requirements and Steam Deck](https://afktimes.com/en/paperhead/guides/release-price-requirements/): Everything about PAPERHEAD after its October 9, 2026 launch: price and editions, system requirements, Steam Deck status, supported languages, the road to release and first player reviews.

## Path of Exile guides — class builds and tools

- [Path of Exile guides — class builds and tools](https://afktimes.com/en/path-of-exile/): Path of Exile: beginner and advanced guides, builds for every class, tools and the latest news.
- [Path of Exile beginner's guide: how to start PoE 1 in 2026](https://afktimes.com/en/path-of-exile/guides/beginners-guide/): How to start Path of Exile 1: league or Standard, 7 classes, a starter build, gems after the 3.29 changes, the Act 5 and 10 resistance penalty, loot filter, trade.
- [Path of Exile 3.30: release date November 13, launch time and what we know about the new league](https://afktimes.com/en/path-of-exile/guides/league-3-30-release-date/): Path of Exile 1 league 3.30 launches on November 13, 2026, and GGG will reveal the details at ExileCon on November 6. When Curse of the Allflame (3.29) ends, what time leagues launch and what happens to your characters.
- [Every Path of Exile league: full list with dates and mechanics](https://afktimes.com/en/path-of-exile/guides/league-list/): Full poe league list: all 48 Path of Exile 1 challenge leagues from 0.11 to 3.29 Allflame, with start dates, mechanics and what went core. Current league ends Nov 9.
- [Path of Exile boss list: pinnacle bosses and how to unlock them](https://afktimes.com/en/path-of-exile/guides/pinnacle-boss-list/): Path of Exile boss list for 3.29: pinnacle boss names, entry items, the four Voidstones, Uber versions and their 4 fragments, plus the progression order after 3.28.
- [Path of Exile 2 vs 1: which one should you play in 2026?](https://afktimes.com/en/path-of-exile/guides/poe-1-vs-poe-2/): PoE 1 and PoE 2 are two separate games sharing one account and shop. We compare campaign, classes, gems, flasks, dodge roll, consoles and Steam players to help you pick.
- [Path of Exile on PS5, Xbox, Mac and Steam Deck: Switch and mobile?](https://afktimes.com/en/path-of-exile/guides/ps5-xbox-mac-steam-deck/): Path of Exile 1 on PS5, Xbox, Mac, Steam Deck, Switch and mobile: where it runs, where it does not exist, cross-play, trade, PC requirements and GeForce NOW.

## Path of Exile 2 guides — class builds and tools

- [Path of Exile 2 guides — class builds and tools](https://afktimes.com/en/path-of-exile-2/): Path of Exile 2: beginner and advanced guides, builds for every class, tools and the latest news.
- [Path of Exile 2 Ascendancies: all 22 classes, points and how to change](https://afktimes.com/en/path-of-exile-2/guides/ascendancy-classes/): All 22 Path of Exile 2 Ascendancy classes (0.5.5) in one table: key nodes, Maxroll rating, poe.ninja popularity, how to get 8 Ascendancy points and how to change.
- [Path of Exile 2 beginner's guide: 12 things worth knowing before you start](https://afktimes.com/en/path-of-exile-2/guides/beginners-guide/): Path of Exile 2 for beginners: where to get Spirit, how gems and currency work, loot filters, 75% resistances, flasks and charms, death, trading and the most common new player mistakes. As of version 0.5.5.
- [Path of Exile 2: best class for beginners? All classes and Ascendancies explained](https://afktimes.com/en/path-of-exile-2/guides/best-class-for-beginners/): All 8 Path of Exile 2 classes in one table: playstyle, weapon, attributes and Ascendancies. Which class Game8, Maxroll and Mobalytics recommend to beginners, how Ascendancy selection works and what the Duelist changes in 1.0.
- [Best Path of Exile 2 tools and websites: poe.ninja, poe2db, PoB 2](https://afktimes.com/en/path-of-exile-2/guides/best-tools-poe-ninja-poe2db-pob/): The best Path of Exile 2 tools in one table: poe.ninja, poe2db, Path of Building 2, Exiled Exchange 2, Sidekick, Craft of Exile. What each is for and what GGG allows.
- [Path of Exile 2 boss list (act bosses) and how to beat them](https://afktimes.com/en/path-of-exile-2/guides/boss-list-act-bosses/): Path of Exile 2 boss list: act bosses of Acts I–IV and interludes, where to find them, how to beat Geonor, Jamanra, Doryani and Tavakai and what they give. As of 0.5.5.
- [Path of Exile 2 crafting guide for beginners: orbs, Essences and Omens](https://afktimes.com/en/path-of-exile-2/guides/crafting-guide/): Path of Exile 2 crafting guide: prefixes and suffixes, item level, Greater and Perfect orbs, Essences, Omens, desecration and a first craft step by step. Patch 0.5.5.
- [How to get more Spirit in Path of Exile 2: every Spirit source](https://afktimes.com/en/path-of-exile-2/guides/how-to-get-more-spirit/): How to get Spirit in Path of Exile 2: 100 from three campaign bosses, then sceptres, amulets, body armour, a rune, uniques and Ascendancies. Gem costs and common fixes.
- [Is Path of Exile 2 free? Free-to-play from December 11 and what happens to Early Access packs](https://afktimes.com/en/path-of-exile-2/guides/is-it-free-early-access-packs/): Path of Exile 2 is free from the 1.0 launch on December 11, 2026. How much the Early Access packs cost, what is in them, whether to buy now and what is shared with Path of Exile 1.
- [Path of Exile 2 lag, stuttering and server issues fix: step by step](https://afktimes.com/en/path-of-exile-2/guides/lag-stuttering-server-issues-fix/): Path of Exile 2 lag and stuttering fix: check if the servers are down, change your Gateway, set Dynamic Resolution and Vsync, and handle disconnect errors.
- [Path of Exile 2 languages: full list, subtitles, voice acting and missing languages](https://afktimes.com/en/path-of-exile-2/guides/languages/): Path of Exile 2 has 9 interface and subtitle languages and English-only voice acting. Full language list on PC, PS5 and Xbox, which languages are missing (Polish, Italian, Turkish) and what is known about version 1.0.
- [PoE2 loot filter: how to set up FilterBlade in Path of Exile 2](https://afktimes.com/en/path-of-exile-2/guides/loot-filter-filterblade/): Path of Exile 2 loot filter with FilterBlade step by step: 7 strictness levels, Auto-Adjust for build, Upload once, PS5 and Xbox, updating after patches. As of 0.5.5.
- [Path of Exile 2 skill tree guide: passive points, respec and planners](https://afktimes.com/en/path-of-exile-2/guides/passive-skill-tree-guide/): Path of Exile 2 skill tree: where the 123 passive points come from (99 from levels, 24 from quests), how Weapon Set points work, respec costs and planners.
- [PoE 2 pinnacle bosses: how to unlock them and boss drops](https://afktimes.com/en/path-of-exile-2/guides/pinnacle-bosses-drops/): Every Path of Exile 2 pinnacle boss in one table: entry keys, levels, atlas points and the key unique drops from each boss. Boss drop list as of version 0.5.5.
- [Path of Exile 2 on PS5 and Xbox: crossplay, cross-progression, couch co-op and PS Plus](https://afktimes.com/en/path-of-exile-2/guides/ps5-xbox-crossplay-co-op/): Path of Exile 2 has crossplay and cross-progression between PC, PS5 and Xbox Series X|S, couch co-op and parties of up to 6 players. What about PS Plus and Game Pass, how to link your account and how the controller works on PC.
- [Path of Exile 2: PC system requirements, Steam Deck and Mac](https://afktimes.com/en/path-of-exile-2/guides/system-requirements-steam-deck/): Path of Exile 2 PC requirements: minimum GTX 960 3 GB and 8 GB RAM, recommended RTX 2060 and 16 GB RAM, 100 GB of storage. The Steam Deck rating is "Verified" and there is no Mac version.
- [PoE2 trade: how to trade in Path of Exile 2 (trade website guide)](https://afktimes.com/en/path-of-exile-2/guides/trade-site-guide/): Path of Exile 2 trade website guide: how to search pathofexile.com/trade2, Instant Buyout via Ange, whispers and the trade window, Currency Exchange, rates and scams.
- [Path of Exile 2 1.0: release date, launch time, free-to-play and what's new](https://afktimes.com/en/path-of-exile-2/guides/version-1-0-release-date/): Path of Exile 2 leaves Early Access on December 11, 2026 and becomes free on PC, PS5 and Xbox. Launch time, the Duelist, Acts V and VI, pre-registration rewards and what is still unconfirmed.
- [Path of Exile 2 vs Diablo 4: price, co-op, trading and builds compared](https://afktimes.com/en/path-of-exile-2/guides/vs-diablo-4/): Path of Exile 2 vs Diablo 4: price, platforms, languages, co-op, trading, builds and review scores in one table, plus who should play which (October 2026).
- [What to buy in PoE 2: best stash tabs for new players (300 points)](https://afktimes.com/en/path-of-exile-2/guides/what-to-buy-best-stash-tabs/): What to buy in Path of Exile 2 with points? Best stash tabs in order with prices, two builds for 300 points, Merchant's Tab for trading and sales. Version 0.5.5.

## Planet Zoo 2 guides — class builds and tools

- [Planet Zoo 2 guides — class builds and tools](https://afktimes.com/en/planet-zoo-2/): Planet Zoo 2: beginner and advanced guides, builds for every class, tools and the latest news.
- [Planet Zoo 2 accreditation and conservation credits: tiers, how to get CC](https://afktimes.com/en/planet-zoo-2/guides/accreditation-conservation-credits/): Planet Zoo 2 accreditation explained: Tier 1–5 requirements, 3★ reserves from Tier 3, disputed Tier 4–5 thresholds. How to earn conservation credits fast and spend them.
- [Planet Zoo 2 all animals list: how many animals are in the game (136)](https://afktimes.com/en/planet-zoo-2/guides/all-animals-list/): Planet Zoo 2 has 136 animal species: 130 in the base game and 6 from the Deluxe Edition. Full list of habitat, aviary, aquarium and exhibit animals with biomes.
- [Planet Zoo 2 breeding guide: genetics, contraception and offspring](https://afktimes.com/en/planet-zoo-2/guides/animal-breeding-guide/): Planet Zoo 2 breeding guide: welfare, Vitality and Fertility genetics, mating seasons, nests for birds, Compare Mates, contraception and what to do with offspring.
- [Planet Zoo 2 aquarium guide: how to build one, water, filters and fish](https://afktimes.com/en/planet-zoo-2/guides/aquariums-fish/): Planet Zoo 2 aquarium guide: build an aquarium step by step with barriers, the staff gate, filtration, salinity and temperature. All 37 aquatic species and fish bugs.
- [Planet Zoo 2 beginner's guide: tips for your first zoo and which mode first](https://afktimes.com/en/planet-zoo-2/guides/beginners-guide-tips/): Planet Zoo 2 beginner's guide and tips: which mode to play first, first steps in a new zoo, welfare and Thriving, guests, staff, research, mistakes and what changed.
- [Planet Zoo 2 bugs and known issues: fixes and workarounds (patch 1.0.5)](https://afktimes.com/en/planet-zoo-2/guides/bugs-known-issues-fixes/): Planet Zoo 2 known issues after launch: boxed animals, keepers not feeding, quarantine, crashes and Franchise mode. What patch 1.0.5 fixed and the workarounds.
- [Planet Zoo 2 career mode guide: all scenarios and how to get Gold](https://afktimes.com/en/planet-zoo-2/guides/career-mode-guide/): Planet Zoo 2 career mode guide: all 18 scenarios in 4 chapters, starting money, unlocks, Gold medal objectives, tips for the hardest levels and Steam achievements.
- [Planet Zoo 2 Deluxe Edition vs Standard: what's included, is it worth it](https://afktimes.com/en/planet-zoo-2/guides/deluxe-edition/): Planet Zoo 2 Deluxe Edition costs $64.99: 6 extra species and animal signs. Deluxe vs Standard prices by region, the Upgrade Pack, the preorder bonus and player opinions.
- [Planet Zoo 2 how to make money: cash tips and avoiding bankruptcy](https://afktimes.com/en/planet-zoo-2/guides/how-to-make-money/): Planet Zoo 2 how to make money: tickets, shops, Donation Bins, Quick Trade, ticket pricing, running costs, loans and the mistakes that bankrupt new zoos.
- [Planet Zoo 2 multiplayer and co-op: can you play with friends?](https://afktimes.com/en/planet-zoo-2/guides/multiplayer-co-op/): Planet Zoo 2 has no multiplayer or co-op. What connects players instead: animal trading in Franchise mode, Community Challenges and the Workshop across PC, PS5 and Xbox.
- [Planet Zoo 2 PS5 and Xbox: build limit, price and PC differences](https://afktimes.com/en/planet-zoo-2/guides/ps5-xbox-build-limit/): Planet Zoo 2 on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S: the complexity meter build limit, Steam prices by region, gamepad controls, cross-platform Workshop, cross-save, patches.
- [Planet Zoo 2 wildlife reserves guide: all 6 reserves and releasing animals](https://afktimes.com/en/planet-zoo-2/guides/wildlife-reserves/): Planet Zoo 2 wildlife reserves guide: all 6 reserves and their animals, how to unlock them, how to release animals step by step and what they give for accreditation.

## Valor Mortis guides — class builds and tools

- [Valor Mortis guides — class builds and tools](https://afktimes.com/en/valor-mortis/): Valor Mortis: beginner and advanced guides, builds for every class, tools and the latest news.
- [Valor Mortis achievements (all 39): bosses, side quests and the one you can miss](https://afktimes.com/en/valor-mortis/guides/achievements/): Full list of the 39 achievements in Valor Mortis with Steam unlock rates: 11 bosses, 6 side quests, Ambers, weapon upgrades and combat tricks. Everything in a single playthrough.
- [Valor Mortis bosses: all 10 in order, rewards and how to beat them](https://afktimes.com/en/valor-mortis/guides/all-bosses-order/): Every Valor Mortis boss in order, from General Lothaire to Entity, Voice of the Void: chapters, locations, rewards, the hardest fights per players, and tactics.
- [Valor Mortis difficulty settings, how long to beat and how combat works](https://afktimes.com/en/valor-mortis/guides/difficulty-length-combat/): Does Valor Mortis have an easy mode or story mode? How long is it? Why was the demo's first boss so hard? Weapons, Transmutations, Catalysts, Ambers and lanterns (from official sources).
- [Valor Mortis release time, price, Game Pass, PC requirements and languages](https://afktimes.com/en/valor-mortis/guides/release-time-price-requirements/): Valor Mortis launched on October 13, 2026: $39.99 (Deluxe $59.99), Game Pass, reviews (Metacritic 78, Steam 77%), the first patch, PC requirements and languages.
- [What is Valor Mortis about? Story, who you play as, characters and voice cast](https://afktimes.com/en/valor-mortis/guides/story-characters-voice-cast/): Valor Mortis without spoilers: who William Dowsett is, whether you play as Napoleon, what the Crimson Plague is and who voices whom (Vincent Cassel, Jennifer English, Nergal). Plus what the title means.

## WARDOGS guides — class builds and tools

- [WARDOGS guides — class builds and tools](https://afktimes.com/en/wardogs/): WARDOGS: beginner and advanced guides, builds for every class, tools and the latest news.
- [WARDOGS beginner's guide: how to make money, skip the tutorial, tips](https://afktimes.com/en/wardogs/guides/beginners-guide-money/): WARDOGS for beginners: skip the tutorial, what to buy first, how to make money within the rules, what you lose on death, Rebuy, Gold Exchange and team choice.
- [WARDOGS best settings: graphics settings for more FPS and error fixes](https://afktimes.com/en/wardogs/guides/best-settings-fps/): WARDOGS best settings: graphics settings table, DLSS and FSR, launch options, plus fixes for crashes, WD-L020, scope zoom, a quiet mic and error 1147405308.
- [WARDOGS FOB guide: how to build, building costs, towers and drill (S2)](https://afktimes.com/en/wardogs/guides/building-fob-guide/): How to build a FOB in WARDOGS step by step, Season 2 building costs from the patch notes, hammers, doors, Drill Rig and towers, supplies, raids and base planners.
- [WARDOGS classes: unlocks, class progression and fast leveling in Season 2](https://afktimes.com/en/wardogs/guides/classes-unlocks-leveling/): WARDOGS classes explained: 6 role tracks, the Season 2 XP curve, key class unlocks, how to level every class fast (Support, Driver XP) and if there is a daily XP cap.
- [WARDOGS helicopter guide: controls, settings, Season 2 prices and how to fly](https://afktimes.com/en/wardogs/guides/helicopter-guide/): WARDOGS helicopter guide: all 6 helicopters with Season 2 prices and unlocks, keyboard and controller, mouse settings, Firing Range practice, transport and AA.
- [WARDOGS mortar guide: how to build the L81, aim it and calculate range](https://afktimes.com/en/wardogs/guides/mortar-artillery-guide/): WARDOGS L81 Mortar guide: Large Hammer, FOB and 600 build supplies in Season 2. Aiming with the map (ping, coordinates), player calculators, SPH-2 and counters.
- [WARDOGS: price, PS5 & Xbox, PC requirements, Steam Deck and languages](https://afktimes.com/en/wardogs/guides/price-platforms-requirements/): WARDOGS costs $39.99 (Supporter $49.99) and is PC only, with consoles in 2028. PC requirements, Steam Deck, languages, playing with friends, player count and servers.
- [WARDOGS Season 2 patch notes: new weapons, vehicles, wipe and XP changes](https://afktimes.com/en/wardogs/guides/season-2-patch-notes/): WARDOGS Season 2 since Oct 15, 2026: 4 weapons, 4 vehicles, rain, Molotov and Wager Vendor. Faster XP, pricier vehicles, wipe, Oct 15 hotfix and an earlier Season 3.
- [WARDOGS server status, errors and crash fix: is WARDOGS down?](https://afktimes.com/en/wardogs/guides/server-status-errors-crash-fix/): Is WARDOGS down? Where to check server status and maintenance, EU regions, Season 2 ping limits, plus fixes for error 1147405308, random crashes and the reload bug.
- [WARDOGS tanks and vehicles: full list, prices, Gepard and how to kill them](https://afktimes.com/en/wardogs/guides/vehicles-tanks-guide/): Every WARDOGS vehicle in Season 2: prices, seats and weapons, the new T-72B3, Wolf-110 and Gepard, the Gepard debate, how to buy and where to shoot a tank.

## WoW: Forever guides — class builds and tools

- [WoW: Forever guides — class builds and tools](https://afktimes.com/en/wow-forever/): WoW: Forever: beginner and advanced guides, builds for every class, tools and the latest news.
- [WoW Forever beginner guide: what to do first and 10 leveling tips](https://afktimes.com/en/wow-forever/guides/beginners-guide/): WoW Forever beginner guide: how to start, picking a ruleset, name reservation, class and race, addons, settings, starting zones, camping, professions, LFG and 10 tips.
- [WoW Forever tier list: best class and specs, all rankings compared](https://afktimes.com/en/wow-forever/guides/best-class-tier-list/): WoW Forever tier list: Wowhead, Mobalytics and Conquest Capped in one table, plus Forever Open duel results. Best class for leveling, best tank, best healer and PvP.
- [WoW Forever Druid guide: Feral, Balance, Resto, tank and leveling](https://afktimes.com/en/wow-forever/guides/druid-guide/): WoW Forever Druid guide: feral druid DPS and druid tank, balance druid, restoration druid, forms, what's new vs Classic, druid leveling build, races and tier lists.
- [WoW Forever Hunter guide: pets, best build, leveling and races](https://afktimes.com/en/wow-forever/guides/hunter-guide/): WoW Forever Hunter guide: melee Survival, pets that scale with your gear, unique pet family abilities, best race, leveling talent build and rotation in the beta.
- [WoW Forever Mage guide: Frost, Arcane and Fire Mage, leveling build](https://afktimes.com/en/wow-forever/guides/mage-guide/): WoW Forever Mage guide: Frost, Arcane and Fire Mage, Frostfire Bolt, beta changes, Orc Mage and Skyborne, level 30 Frost leveling build, rotation and tier lists.
- [WoW Forever dungeons: list of 9 new dungeons, bosses, drops and raids](https://afktimes.com/en/wow-forever/guides/new-dungeons/): WoW Forever adds 9 new dungeons, from Hall of Thanes (13–18) to Shaper's Terrace (58–60). Dungeon list with levels, bosses and drops, raids from December 9.
- [WoW Forever Paladin guide: specs, leveling build, races and rotation](https://afktimes.com/en/wow-forever/guides/paladin-guide/): WoW Forever Paladin guide: Holy, Protection and Retribution after the October 15 changes, paladin leveling talent build, rotation, Undead Paladin and tier lists.
- [WoW Forever Priest Guide: Shadow, Holy, Discipline, Races and Leveling](https://afktimes.com/en/wow-forever/guides/priest-guide/): WoW Forever Priest guide: Discipline, Holy and Shadow after the beta changes, dated tier lists, best race (Gnome, Undead), Shadow leveling build and group healing.
- [WoW Forever races: racials, Skyborne and the best race for each class](https://afktimes.com/en/wow-forever/guides/races-racials-skyborne/): WoW Forever has 10 races: racials after the October 16 beta changes, a race × class table with new combinations, Skyborne (classes, price) and best race per class.
- [WoW Forever release date, launch time, price and editions](https://afktimes.com/en/wow-forever/guides/release-date-price-editions/): WoW Forever launches November 4, 2026 at 3 PM PST (11 PM UTC). Included with a WoW subscription, packs from $29.99 / €29.99, beta, stress test and PC specs.
- [WoW Forever Rogue Guide: Leveling, Combat Build, Specs and Best Race](https://afktimes.com/en/wow-forever/guides/rogue-guide/): WoW Forever Rogue guide: Assassination, Combat and Subtlety, what's new (Mutilate, Venom, Sap), rogue leveling build, rotation, best rogue race and tier lists.
- [WoW Forever server types: rulesets, regions and the missing server list](https://afktimes.com/en/wow-forever/guides/servers-rulesets/): WoW Forever has no server list: you pick a ruleset (Normal, PvP, Roleplaying, later Hardcore). Rules table, server regions, languages, guilds and changing ruleset.
- [WoW Forever Shaman guide: specs, totems, races and leveling build](https://afktimes.com/en/wow-forever/guides/shaman-guide/): WoW Forever Shaman guide: Enhancement, Elemental and Restoration, new totems, Dwarf Shaman and other races, level 30 leveling build, rotation and tier list spots.
- [WoW Forever Talents: Talent Calculator, Builds, Respec and Dual Spec](https://afktimes.com/en/wow-forever/guides/talents-calculator/): WoW Forever talents explained: points from level 10, 51 at 60, gold medal talents at 11/16/21/31 points, respec cost, dual spec at 40, talent calculators and builds.
- [WoW Forever Warlock guide: specs, leveling build, demons and races](https://afktimes.com/en/wow-forever/guides/warlock-guide/): WoW Forever Warlock guide: Affliction, Demonology and Destruction after the October 15 changes, warlock leveling build, demons, Banes, rotation, Troll Warlock.
- [WoW Forever Warrior guide: leveling build, Fury, Protection and Arms](https://afktimes.com/en/wow-forever/guides/warrior-guide/): WoW Forever warrior guide after the beta changes: Arms, Fury and Protection, warrior leveling build with the Wowhead calculator, races, rotation, stats and tier lists.
- [WoW Forever: what it is and how it compares to Classic and retail](https://afktimes.com/en/wow-forever/guides/what-is-wow-forever-vs-classic/): What is WoW Forever? A permanent level 60 WoW next to Classic and retail: 4 new regions, 9 dungeons, Skyborne, class revamps. WoW Forever vs Classic vs Midnight table.

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