GuildWars.com news/Archives/201005

The following lists the May 2010 news from the official GuildWars.com site.

May 26th, 2010

Recent Account Bans

Today more than 3,700 Guild Wars accounts were banned. Those terminated were positively identified as botters or players engaged in PvP match manipulation. We also disbanded whole guilds that were involved in these activities.

We take this issue very seriously and have worked to improve our methods and tools for dealing with exploits like these. There are consequences if you engage in botting or match manipulation.

Our Design Director, James Phinney, has provided more information about the bans and about our plans for continuing to pursue those involved in exploiting in his most recent blog post. Head over here to check it out.

May 21st, 2010

May Game Balance Update!

In the forefront for this month's balance update: the Mesmer! We've made a variety of changes to improve this profession in high-end PvE, tackling issues like Interruption, Control Hexes, Energy Denial, and more. This update also features key changes to the Underworld and Fissure of Woe as well as a number of PvP balance changes.

For an overview of the update, head here. For more detailed info about the skill changes, head on over to this month's developer's update.

May 13th, 2010

Community: Have a Ball and Party On!

Two fantastic player-run events are coming up, and you're invited! Find out more details in Community News!

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