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The next patch for the PC version of The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim allows for optional removal of the level cap; a higher difficulty setting; and about a gazillion bug fixes.

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Here’s a patch from out of left field, where “left field” means “three years after release and two years since the last title update”.

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Planetside 2 was updated a few hours ago, adding in a bunch of new content already previewed in text and video form. The full patch notes reveal a heck of a lot of additional content on top of what we knew about beforehand, and through the break you’ll find some screens giving you a good look at such delights as the Flash’s new cloaking ability and shotgun.

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The PC version of Tomb Raider has been patched with a number of important updates. Most importantly, Crystal Dynamics has rolled out a handful of fixes for Nvidia and Intel hardware and fixed a bug in a later missions which prevented progress for some players. Less vital but still much appreciated, it’s also added X-axis inversion and separate invert settings for control pads versus mouse and keyboard set ups, and rectified issues with fullscreen. Interestingly, Crystal Dynamics has made a “beta” version of the un-patched game available to those who’d prefer to stick to the old version; visit the patch notes for details on how to access it.

Thanks, PCGamesN.

Gearbox Software has issued an update for Aliens: Colonial Marines, packed to the brim with bug fixes.

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Mojang has nominated a March 13 release date for the Minecraft Redstone Update, which adds a number of new features including several new items used in making elaborate machines, like a daylight sensor and hopper. It also removes Herobrine, unfortunately. Full patch notes are available on the Mojang blog.

Thanks, IGN.

Uncharted 3: Drake’s Deception has been updated to version 1.17 in a patch issued earlier today. Full patch notes are available direct from Naughty Dog, but as fascinating as they are, the developer’s comment that the patch sets the game up for “biggest update to Uncharted 3 Multiplayer yet” is particularly interesting. This second update apparently drops tomorrow. I wonder what it could be? Hem hem.

The DayZ ArmA 2 mod has been updated with the usual pile of new content and fixes. Interesting highlights include resuable arrows; breakable arrows; and quivers. Alarmingly, zombies will now be slowly drawn towards players even when they’re not altered. Full patch notes are available on the mod’s forum. The mod version of DayZ was recently added to Steam; it’s frequently updated with new content, something Bohemia Interactive hopes to continue with the standalone release.

Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 has been updated on PC. Two recent patches add a pile of improvements to the multiplayer side, bringing the PC version up to date with recent console fixes as well as applying a collection of platform-specific tweaks. Full patch notes are available on the Activision forums.

Thanks, Blue’s News.

CCP has patched EVE Online, overhauling the user interface and module system, adding the skill Armor Honeycombing, and enacting some art tweaks. That’s all well and good, but the update also rebalances nine more Tier 1 ships, so expect the usual roars of outrage over nerfing and overpowered buffing. Full patch notes are available on the EVE Online community site.

Thanks, PCGamesN.

MMO players are always complaining that they don’t get enough decent loot drops, but it looks like Guild Wars 2 fans were correct. In a forum post, ArenaNet said it had investigated complaints and believes its found the cause of the issue, and will correct it in the game’s next major patch, due later this month. You’ll still receive fewer drops than in gear-focused MMOs, but ArenaNet is also making certain areas of the game more rewarding, equipment-wise.

Thanks, Massively.

A recent patch for the Vita version of Oddworld: Stranger’s Wrath HD has been recalled after it was found to incorrectly report save game files as corrupted. On the Oddworld website, developer Just Add Water said a fix is inbound, and will restore any inaccessible saves made pre-update. The patch added online leaderboards and alternative controls without rear touchpad as well as fix for a graphics issue. Oddworld: Stranger’s Wrath is available now via the PlayStation Store.

Thanks, Eurogamer.

StarCraft 2: Wings of Liberty will receive a major patch just before Heart of the Swarm releases, adding a pile of new features and content from the expansion.

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Dota 2 has been updated and brought along a new friend.

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Star Wars: The Old Republic servers will be down later today, with a maintenance windows kicking off at 5:00AM CST. BioWare expects the downtime to last two hours, and all servers will be down. After they come back up, simply restart your game launcher to grab the patch. Details have not been provided, but the patch will presumably address feedback on Update 1.7, which arrived earlier this week.

ArmA 2 mod DayZ has been patched, adding a ton of new features. There’s a collection of weapons and food, two new vehicles and the ability to catch viruses and flip ATVs (good luck with that, Dan), for example. Zombies can now damage your vehicle, pull you from it, or even spawn inside unoccupied vehicles, and will be attracted by the sound of trees being felled. Plus a huge pile of fixes; full patch notes are available on the DayZ forums, where incidentally you’ll also find plenty of people chatting about the first DayZ standalone release footage.

Thanks, PCGamer.

Dead or Alive 5 will receive a new patch during February, to correct an issue with critical stagger escapes introduced in the last title update. The patch, which will release for both the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 version has not been dated, but will release alongside two Xbox 360 DLC packs, Hotties Swimwear and Zack Island Stage. Team Ninja made both announcements via Twitter.

Thanks, Siliconera.

If you haven’t checked in with Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 on Wii U recently, it’s time to do so. Treyarch has issued a significant patch, introducing a number of balancing tweaks and fixes already available on other platforms. More excitingly, though, it included an overhaul of WiiMote controls, which aficionados are very pleased about. Full patch notes are available on the shooter’s forum.

Thanks, NintendoLife.

Planetside 2 has received a massive pach jam-packed with new features and requested fixes.

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Trine 2: Director’s Cut – freshly available in Australia and New Zealand, by the way – has been updated with a number of new features. It now supports the Pro Controller, and you can use the Game Pad, a Wii U headset or smart TV with micreophone to voice chat with your co-op partner. Frozenbyte has also updated the graphics, correcting an issue which made the Wii U release appear washed-out. See a before-and-after comparison as well as a demonstration of the new features through the break.

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