It's Winter Downunder so most of us have been working wrapped in blankets or close to our heaters.
Did you know that it is a tradition for some families in Australia to have a Christmas in July or Midwinter Christmas events?
We do this in order to give Christmas a winter feel ❄️ as December is Summer in Australia.
We have a LOT of changes planned for the spoooooky season (V 3.8) Our main focus for this update are improvements requested by the community, as well as making some big changes to the Premium & Free experience.
Our team is implementing a complete overhaul of the ranking system (no small feat!) - as this has been something we've been wanting to introduce for a long time. As part of these changes, we've taken into account feedback and insights from the community.
A big step is for us to transition the following to be Premium-exclusive for hosting players. - Portals (brand new feature!) - Zombies game mode - Blizzards - Fog of War
You will still be able to join games with these features without Premium, however you will not be able to create a game with them without supporting us.
Here's a little sneak peek at Portals!
Congratulations to our Winners of this Seasons Free For All tournament!!!
🏆 1st place - Pete 🏆 2nd place - UnderTheGun 🏆 3rd place - KingJohn2554
It was a super close battle and everyone deserves to be proud of themselves! 2nd and 3rd placements were determined by bounties earned during the finals and then overall points and bounties earned during the previous rounds. Thank you all for competing! Hope to see you next season!
When it comes to RISK Strategy we wanted to showcase Risk4Ever over on Youtube who has been making Strategy highlight videos for a while now.
Check them out if you want to get an edge on your gameplay!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZF9NuRtntLY
Check out this custom Risk character from KaradjordjeGamer posted on the RISK Discord
TOP REVIEWS
Oh we have had some great reviews over the past couple of weeks many of them have made me laugh out loud.
It is true Risk does include a France.
Memes make the world go around.
Do you think you’ve got what it takes to compete against our very best? Our discord community runs back-to-back tournaments with big prize pools. We also have dedicated channels in our discord designed for players looking for a game. Bite the bullet and join our dedicated RISK server https://discord.gg/risk
Signing off, Josie @ SMG RISK Team at SMG
Battle Points Are Here!
🏆Battle Points🏆
The more you play, the more rewards you get!
They will become part of the day-to-day RISK player experience, a way for players to gain experience, Level up, and unlock rewards.
All players have access to battle points at no cost!
New Season
From the 20th of June, a new season of RISK battles begins, and our global leaderboards will be reset.
Your rank points will not be changed, but you'll temporarily see '0' for your profile rank (this is your position on the Global Seasonal leaderboard). Just complete one ranked Global Domination game in this new season to see your updated profile rank. You'll be placed back on the leaderboard as soon as that game is finished by all players.
Check out the official RISK Global Leaderboards here https://www.hasbrorisk.com/en/
Hot Fix
Battle Points appearing as 2000 BP cap per day over the last two days, Will be changing this back to the correct 1250 BP per day, All rewards that have been activated from this error will remain. Levels and points will stay the same.
Best of luck to you all!
RISK 3.7 Update!
Attention RISK Generals!
Welcome to RISK v3.7, One of our biggest updates for 2022 so far! We are introducing the all new battle points system, new replacement maps, dice, troops and new frames.
BATTLE POINTS
What are Battle Points? Starting on the 20th of June along with the new season, Battle Points will become part of the day to day player experience, a way for players to gain experience, Level up and unlock rewards. All players have access to battle points at no cost.
Rewards Not to fear! It is only just the beginning. These will not be the only rewards for battle points. Over time there will be more rewards as we expand the system.
L-R
Vintage Black Dice - Old, but black.
Vintage Green Dice - They will be Green with envy
Space Lava Dice - Did you know that on the planet RISK, the lava is green?
A Very Shiny Hat Troop -For extra protection and prestige.
Grey Wind Ship Troop - Work like a captain, play like a pirate.
Cone Troop - Was the best troop in the Cone Wars
M67 Grenade - They see me rollin’... they runnin’
Tank - There is no fish in this tank.
Riskollo 17 Troop (Spaceship) - Houston, we have a problem.
Cannonball - I came in like a cannonball...
Bone Voyage - I'm bone to be wild.
REPLACEMENT MAPS
This update will include replacement maps for removed maps. This will mean that if you have purchased a map that was removed, you may get this map back at a later date and also receive these replacement maps in their place.
Northern Conquest Map Pack
Stockholm Conquest
Be your own Gustav Vasa and conquer medieval Stockholm. This is the only way to become King, agree? Continents: 13 Territories: 73
Bohus Fortress
Born of a frozen land, the icy Bohus Fortress is yours to conquer. Continents: 10 Territories: 65
Countries & Continent Map Pack
Greece
Sail the seas just like Jason and the Argonauts, and conquer the Greek islands. Continents: 14 Territories: 64
Advanced Map Pack
Africa Advanced
It’s going to take a lot to drag away from this one, Rain down all over Africa! Continents: 9 Territories: 50
FRAMES
Michelangelo’s Dino Frame
This frame is a reminder of what was, what is and what could be.
Triceraptos Companion
This three-horned face will make the enemies shiver.
DICE
It's a one-dice-fits-all kind of update. We have a lot more to come in the future. Stay tuned!
Frosty
Let the power of crystals roll only sixes.
ACCOUNT DELETE BUTTON
We know it can be tough to say goodbye. But you are always welcome back!
OTHER EXTRAS
Map UI improvements
Attack Arrows have been adjusted
The territory pucks bounce when that territory is selectable
The territories highlight when selectable
Territories raise up based on selection and selectable sections
Breathing effect on highlighted territories
Continent Bonus UI improvement
The bonus screen now indicates what territories you own in each region, They also display what % you own
Can you believe half the year is already over?! We’ve got some big plans for the rest of the year, so we’re not going to say too much at this point. But I promise it’s gonna be good.
Signing off,
The RISK Team @ SMG
Major RISK Update v3.6, our first update for 2022!
Attention RISK Generals!
Major RISK Update v3.6, our first update for 2022!
We have a new map pack, new troop, new dice, and special new Streamer features for our RISK content creators. In addition to a lot of smaller bug fixes.
DAWN OF THE DINOS MAP PACK
Four unique maps from a place where evolution took a sidestep a long time ago. Box art by the very talented Sydney based artist Veronica O’Neil.
Stairs of Knowledge & Power
Where the strongest warriors are forged. Don’t drop your phone unless it’s lava proof! Continents: 11 Territories: 41
Dino Canyon
The best views of the surrounding Dino country. Also a great place to roar like no one’s watching. Continents: 7 Territories: 44
Dino World
As the Dino continued to rule the Earth the plates kept shifting. Still no New Zealand though! Continents: 8 Territories 39
Dracon Fortress
The place where all blood feuds are settled and on the first Sunday of every month there’s a farmers market. Continents: 13 Territories:44
NEW TROOP Every rider in the Dino-Cavalry is trained from birth along with their steed.
NEW DICE
[table noborder="1"] [tr] [td][/td] [/tr] [tr] [td]Some of the finest Roman armour went into making these dice[/td] [/tr] [tr] [td][/td] [/tr] [tr] [td]If you used one of these you’re officially old... like us.[/td] [/tr] [tr] [td][/td] [/tr] [tr] [td]You're one in a melon![/td] [/tr] [tr] [td][/td] [/tr] [tr] [td]I started playing risk in diapers![/td] [/tr] [tr] [td][/td] [/tr] [tr] [td]Fuiyoh!!! This dice has all the MSG![/td] [/tr] [tr] [td][/td] [/tr] [tr] [td]“The Die is Cast” Julius Caesar[/td] [/tr]
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STREAMER MODE
Protect your privacy and game ID with our new streamer mode. If you’re a content creator and have any requests for additional features to make life easier let us know.
BETA: TWITCH LIVE NOW BUTTON
See which one of our favorite RISK streamers has gone live. We’re trailing this feature so if you stream on Twitch get in touch we’ll be highlighting streams via the game’s homepage.
Signing off, The RISK Team @ SMG
RISK SEASON 6
New RISK Season! From today a new season of RISK battles begins, and our global leaderboards will be reset. Your rank points will not be changed, but you'll temporarily see '0' for your profile rank (this is your position on the Global Seasonal leaderboard). Just complete one ranked Global Domination game in this new season to see your updated profile rank. You'll be placed back on the leaderboard as soon as that game is finished by all players. Check out the official RISK Global Leaderboards here https://www.hasbrorisk.com/en/ Be excited - and best of luck!
ENCHANTED REALMS MAP PACK AVAILABLE ON STEAM
Good news everyone!
The RISK Enchanted Realms map pack is now available on STEAM.
Conquer maps such as
Overworld
Seagrog's Fortress
Trigon's Labyrinth
Moonstone Forest
Enchanted Realms has also been added to the RISK All Access Bundle.
Steam Winter sales are coming! 33% OFF RISK DLCs* Sale must end Jan 5 2022 pacific time.
*All DLC except Enchanted Realms map pack
RISK x PORTAL DICE GIVEAWAY
Log into RISK via Steam to claim your FREE Portal Companion Cube Dice! Available From December 17 - 31, 2021
RISK 3.5 Update!
Attention RISK Generals!
Welcome to RISK v3.5, our final update for 2021! We have new maps, dice, troops, avatars and frames dropping into RISK throughout December!
UX Update
In addition to all the UX updates from 3.4 we’ve added a new turn phase indicator to further assist players.
Already a pro player? Every micro-second counts? Under the RISK settings we have given options to turn them off
ENCHANTED REALMS MAP PACK
Coming to the RISK Shop from December 13 (AEDT)
Presenting our brand new Enchanted Realms map pack! These maps introduce a whole new immersive look and feel to RISK.
Special shout out to Dan Dussault for his epic work on the box art.
OVERWORLD
A strategic map of the Enchanted Realms regions, used by Generals to plan their battles. Continents: 6 Territories: 74
SEAGROGS FORTRESS
Seagrog's crew were forced to relocate after their region was destroyed by war. Now Seagrog and his crew call the sea their home, living on a floating fortress built with materials salvaged from successful raids. Continents: 7 Territories: 76
MOONSTONE FOREST
A forest of great power located in the centre of the Realm. Generations of Elves have dedicated their lives to guarding this sacred land from outsiders and their continous attempts to steal a single shard of Moonstone which grows throughout the forest.
Continents: 9 Territories: 47
TRIGONS LABYRINTH
Hiding away in his Labyrinth, the Arch Wizard Trigon watches over scores of adventurers who attempted to uncover its secrets, and loot its treasures. Now they shall remain lost inside the triangular maze forever.
[table noborder="1"] [tr] [td][/td] [td]Masters of stealth and trickery, dark elf spies have extraordinary ways of obtaining triumph… For the right price.[/td] [/tr] [tr] [td][/td] [td]Steadfast pillars of the Elven Forces. Only the strongest warriors are promoted to the prestigious Paladin rank. [/td] [/tr] [tr] [td][/td] [td]Blood is life to the vampire, so why not feast on your enemies![/td] [/tr] [tr] [td][/td] [td]The last of their kind these equine-human hybrids will stop at nothing to restore the glory of their ancestors. [/td] [/tr] [/table]
[table noborder="1"] [tr] [td][/td] [td]Major Spark Trained as a youth on [REDACTED], Major Spark has extensive knowledge of all things demolition.[/td] [/tr] [tr] [td][/td] [td]Arch Wizard Trigon An eccentric wizard who built a labyrinth to protect his fabled treasures. Once you enter, you may never leave![/td] [/tr] [tr] [td][/td] [td]Queen Ichor Some say she’s the childe of Vlad himself, either way, prey you don’t have bad blood with her. [/td] [/tr] [tr] [td][/td] [td] Captain Seagrog Fearsome leader of the Sea Faring Orcs. Loves ornate jewellery, hates swimming and dentists.[/td] [/tr] [/table]
*Cass note: the devs wouldn't let me call Captain Seagrog the Pirate Orc a Porc. Pork? Get it? 😅
WINTER FESTIVAL
Arriving in the RISK Shop from December 21 Winter is coming….TO RISK!
And with that scarf frame, we WOULD consider that a wrap on 2021. However, be on the lookout mid December, there will be an extra special giveaway for you all.
Signing off,
Cass @ SMG
NEW RISK SEASON BEGINS!
From TODAY a new season of RISK battles begins, and our global leaderboards will be reset. Your rank points will not be changed, but you'll temporarily see '0' for your profile rank (this is your position on the Global Seasonal leaderboard). Just complete one ranked Global Domination game in this new season to see your updated profile rank. You'll be placed back on the leaderboard as soon as that game is finished by all players.
Check out the official RISK Global Leaderboards here https://www.hasbrorisk.com/en/