THE FINALS Season 12 - Embark Reveals BIG Changes + 15,000 Bans?! @EUTOPIATTV

Uploaded August 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago

THE FINALS Season 12 just got some major new developer intel from Embark, revealing a much deeper look at what’s changing behind the scenes, new anti-cheat plans, PC security considerations, and what this could mean for players heading into the next season. In this video, I break down what’s actually new, what Embark has already been testing, and the important details most players probably haven’t seen yet.

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NEW DEVCOM INTEL

Anti-Cheat at Embark Studios - Official Session
https://bizcommunity.gamescom.global/event/gamescom-biz-2026/planning/UGxhbm5pbmdfNDQ0MjkzMQ%3D%3D

Full Devcom Report - Inven Global
invenglobal.com/articles/25085/the-era-of-guarding-game-files-is-over-the-shift-seen-by-embark

Original Korean Report - Inven
https://www.inven.co.kr/webzine/news/?news=319876

ELYTRA + CURRENT UPDATES

Elytra Reveal / Update 11.3
reachthefinals.com/patchnotes/11-30

Update 11.6 / Gyro Ban Reversal
reachthefinals.com/patchnotes/11-60

Official Elytra Support Page
https://id.embark.games/the-finals/support/faq/261-installing-elytra-anti-cheat

EMBARK ANTI-CHEAT HISTORY

Kernel Anti-Cheat Plans / Update 7.3
reachthefinals.com/patchnotes/730

Kernel, Privacy + Linux Details / Update 7.6
reachthefinals.com/patchnotes/760

VAIIYA, Denuvo + Anybrain / Update 8.0
reachthefinals.com/patchnotes/800

Denuvo + Anybrain Rollout / Update 8.9
reachthefinals.com/patchnotes/890

GDC 2026 - Kernel + Data-Driven Anti-Cheat Panel
gdcvault.com/play/1035636/From-Kernel-to-Community-Building

SteamDB - April Anti-Cheat Depot Changes
steamdb.info/patchnotes/22918410

SteamDB - Current THE FINALS App Info
steamdb.info/app/2073850/info

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$THE FINALS Season 12 - Embark Reveals BIG Changes + 15,000 Bans?! THE FINALS Season 12 just got some major new developer intel from Embark, revealing a much deeper look at what’s changing behind the scenes, new anti-cheat plans, PC security considerations, and what this could mean for players heading into the next season. In this video, I break down what’s actually new, what Embark has already been testing, and the important details most players probably haven’t seen yet. ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ 🎮 FREE THE FINALS BATTLE PASS PLANNER Trying to finish the Season 11 Battle Pass before Season 12? ⚡ Check your current pace 📈 Estimate your finish date 🎯 Calculate XP + matches needed 📸 Scan your scoreboard for personalized estimates 🔗 https://eutopiattv.com/tools/the-finals/battle-pass-planner/ NEW DEVCOM INTEL Anti-Cheat at Embark Studios - Official Session https://bizcommunity.gamescom.global/event/gamescom-biz-2026/planning/UGxhbm5pbmdfNDQ0MjkzMQ%3D%3D Full Devcom Report - Inven Global https://www.invenglobal.com/articles/25085/the-era-of-guarding-game-files-is-over-the-shift-seen-by-embark Original Korean Report - Inven https://www.inven.co.kr/webzine/news/?news=319876 ELYTRA + CURRENT UPDATES Elytra Reveal / Update 11.3 https://www.reachthefinals.com/patchnotes/11-30 Update 11.6 / Gyro Ban Reversal https://www.reachthefinals.com/patchnotes/11-60 Official Elytra Support Page https://id.embark.games/the-finals/support/faq/261-installing-elytra-anti-cheat EMBARK ANTI-CHEAT HISTORY Kernel Anti-Cheat Plans / Update 7.3 https://www.reachthefinals.com/patchnotes/730 Kernel, Privacy + Linux Details / Update 7.6 https://www.reachthefinals.com/patchnotes/760 VAIIYA, Denuvo + Anybrain / Update 8.0 https://www.reachthefinals.com/patchnotes/800 Denuvo + Anybrain Rollout / Update 8.9 https://www.reachthefinals.com/patchnotes/890 GDC 2026 - Kernel + Data-Driven Anti-Cheat Panel https://gdcvault.com/play/1035636/From-Kernel-to-Community-Building SteamDB - April Anti-Cheat Depot Changes https://steamdb.info/patchnotes/22918410/ SteamDB - Current THE FINALS App Info https://steamdb.info/app/2073850/info/ #thefinals #thefinalsseason10 #thefinalsgame My (EUTOPIAs) Discord: https://discord.gg/6c7B8nuqvW New Temp Outro - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jrq81b_iYEI Song: Eclipse Produced by: All TELL YOUR STORY music by ikson™ Music from #InAudio: https://inaudio.org/ Track: Infraction- Utopia Music provided by Infraction No Copyright Music Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3DzsedZ$ $Neverness to Everness - Iroi RESULTS | The Pull Decision Is NOT That Simple Iroi is now live on the CN Servers, giving Neverness to Everness players their first real look at her final kit, Shinku synergy, signature Arc, awakenings, revive mechanic, and overall account value before the global banner arrives. In this NTE Iroi pull guide, we break down the latest CN testing, what changed from earlier impressions, who benefits most from pulling her, and the important details to consider before spending resources ahead of Version 1.3. Official CN Sources Iroi + Wrong Door July 23 Update Announcement: https://www.taptap.cn/moment/828963907728051901?group_id=805079 Official Neverness to Everness TapTap Announcements: https://www.taptap.cn/app/714119/topic?type=official Iroi Kit and Signature Arc Data Iroi Skills, Passives and Awakenings: https://wiki.mysqil.com/characters/yiluoyi Wrong Door Signature Arc Stats and Passive: https://wiki.mysqil.com/weapons/cuowu-de-men CN Player Testing and Guides Earlier Iroi and Shinku Interaction Test: https://www.taptap.cn/moment/822110472558873637?group_id=805079 Updated Creation Flower Test, 5 to 12 Flowers: https://www.taptap.cn/moment/827318008308302364 Ring Fusion Generation and Rotation Testing: https://www.taptap.cn/moment/828742090123905350 Post-Launch Iroi Build, Teams and Pull Guidance: https://www.taptap.cn/moment/829304194656635765?group_id=805079 #nte #ntecreator My (EUTOPIAs) Discord: https://discord.gg/6c7B8nuqvW New Temp Outro - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jrq81b_iYEI Song: Eclipse Produced by: All TELL YOUR STORY music by ikson™ Music from #InAudio: https://inaudio.org/ Track: Infraction- Utopia Music provided by Infraction No Copyright Music Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3DzsedZ$ $THE FINALS - NEW Season 9 INTEL | BIG 2026+ Plans & Dev STREAM Recap THE FINALS Season 9 dev stream recap with Embark (Joakim Stigson): new Season 9 map details (China megacity vibe), Point Break mode info, World Tour changes, and what the devs teased about future seasons after S9. Dev Stream - https://www.twitch.tv/videos/2635195897?filter=all&sort=time https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZoUPHgsgzjo Joakim Stigsson - https://www.artstation.com/joakimstigsson Embark Studios WiKi - https://www.linkedin.com/company/embark-studios-ab #thefinals #thefinalsseason9 #thefinalsgame My (EUTOPIAs) Discord: https://discord.gg/6c7B8nuqvW New Temp Outro - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jrq81b_iYEI Song: Eclipse Produced by: All TELL YOUR STORY music by ikson™ Music from #InAudio: https://inaudio.org/ Track: Infraction- Utopia Music provided by Infraction No Copyright Music Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3DzsedZ$ $Modern Warfare 4 Open Beta - 5 BIG Changes You NEED to Know ⚡ Playing the MW4 Open Beta? Try LagZapper FREE: https://www.lagzapper.com/?cid=121 Optimize your connection route + FPS performance for smoother multiplayer, and use code EUTOPIA35 for 35% OFF if you decide to subscribe! Modern Warfare 4 Open Beta Weekend Two is here with major changes to TTK, movement, weapon balance, aim assist, Hardpoint spawns, and more. In this video, we’re breaking down the biggest MW4 Open Beta changes, what Infinity Ward has officially confirmed, what you should watch for when you jump in, and one major piece of Weekend One feedback that still stands out. Beta Patch Notes - https://www.callofduty.com/patchnotes/2026/08/call-of-duty-modern-warfare-4-beta-patch-notes Open Beta: Weekend Two Intel - https://www.callofduty.com/blog/2026/08/call-of-duty-modern-warfare-4-open-beta-weekend-two Official Open Beta Hub - https://www.callofduty.com/en/modernwarfare4/beta Aim Assist Changes Confirmed, SBMM Still Unaddressed - https://dotesports.com/call-of-duty/news/mw4-open-beta-aim-assist-changes-sbmm-missing SBMM & Aim Assist Early Access Feedback - https://dotesports.com/call-of-duty/news/mw4-sbmm-aim-assist-early-access-beta Longer TTK Community Discussion - https://www.reddit.com/r/modernwarfare4/comments/1vzjlxs/why_is_mw4_getting_a_longer_ttk/ Hit Registration / Gunfight Consistency Discussion - https://www.reddit.com/r/modernwarfare4/comments/1vx0csn/mw4_beta_hit_registration_issues/ #modernwarfare4 #mw4 #callofduty My (EUTOPIAs) Discord: https://discord.gg/6c7B8nuqvW New Temp Outro - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jrq81b_iYEI Song: Eclipse Produced by: All TELL YOUR STORY music by ikson™ Music from #InAudio: https://inaudio.org/ Track: Infraction- Utopia Music provided by Infraction No Copyright Music Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3DzsedZ$ $The 70-Roll SECRET!... | 2 FREE S-Ranks & HOTFIX - Neverness To Everness The Neverness to Everness global launch compensation is finally here, but a hidden gacha mechanic is about to permanently brick your standard banner pity. In this NTE guide, we break down the exact math behind your Free S-Rank selector, the massive Jiuyuan buff hidden in tonights hotfix, and the open-world boss weapons you need to claim right now. Stop pulling and secure your two free S-Ranks before the servers go down! S-Rank Box #2 - https://x.com/NTE_GL/status/2049352982530027843 Patch Notes - https://x.com/NTE_GL/status/2049813515523735951 Redeem Codes - https://www.reddit.com/r/NevernessToEverness/comments/1sxf3qp/a_reminder_so_you_dont_forget_the_codes/ Character/Team Builder - https://zeroluck.gg/nte/character-teams/ Interactive Maps - https://www.ghzs666.com/nte-map#/ game8.co/games/Neverness-to-Everness nteguide.com/en/map Download - https://x.com/NTE_GL/status/2048594585941905718 Pre-register - https://pwgam.es/4q51U1F Launch Special Recap - https://x.com/NTE_GL/status/2045579365002666483 Login Rewards - https://x.com/NTE_GL/status/2045579753713991976 Roadmap - https://x.com/NTE_GL/status/2045581089641758776 #nte #ntecreator My (EUTOPIAs) Discord: https://discord.gg/6c7B8nuqvW New Temp Outro - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jrq81b_iYEI Song: Eclipse Produced by: All TELL YOUR STORY music by ikson™ Music from #InAudio: https://inaudio.org/ Track: Infraction- Utopia Music provided by Infraction No Copyright Music Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3DzsedZ$ $Neverness to Everness - Tier List: Who To PULL & Skip [Global Launch] Looking for the ultimate Neverness to Everness Tier List? In this NTE launch prep guide, we break down exactly WHO TO PULL and who to SKIP for the upcoming Global Launch! Dont waste your gacha currency we rank all 16 Espers. based on raw combat mechanics, team synergy, and endgame value. Whether you are planning your day-one reroll or building the best NTE team comps, this is the only character guide you need for release. 0:00 - Intro & Ranking Criteria 1:13 - Esper Zero 2:55 - Adler 3:27 - Edgar 4:12 - Daffodill 5:24 - Skia 6:34 - Baicang 7:31 - Fadia 8:21 - Jiuyuan 9:15 - Hathor 10:25 - Mint 11:55 - Haniel 12:49 - Nanally 14:57 - Chiz 15:53 - Lacrimosa 16:34 - Hotori 17:03 - Sakiri 17:51 - Outro #nte #ntecreator My (EUTOPIAs) Discord: https://discord.gg/6c7B8nuqvW New Temp Outro - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jrq81b_iYEI Song: Eclipse Produced by: All TELL YOUR STORY music by ikson™ Music from #InAudio: https://inaudio.org/ Track: Infraction- Utopia Music provided by Infraction No Copyright Music Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3DzsedZ$ $THE FINALS - What’s Next in 2026 | NEW Merch, MODE + Patch 9.2 THE FINALS 9.2 update breakdown, Snowball Blitz LTM, and the New Year store refresh, plus the official “what’s happening in 2026” post and the latest merch additions. Like and subscribe for fast THE FINALS news, patches, events, and shop updates. Snowball Blitz - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OcELuwO-au0 Countdown Crew - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PP9fFzkWqs4 TGM25 Recap - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TG-IGvVwYNs Update 9.2 - https://www.reachthefinals.com/patchnotes/920 2026 Plans - https://www.reachthefinals.com/patchnotes/tgm26-1 Merch Arrivals - https://shop.embark-studios.com/collections/the-finals-new-arrivals Trentila Wins - https://x.com/reachthefinals/status/2004598085960487368 Happy Holidays - https://x.com/reachthefinals/status/2003903504797118552 Downdetector - https://downdetector.com/ #thefinals #thefinalsseason9 #thefinalsgame My (EUTOPIAs) Discord: https://discord.gg/6c7B8nuqvW New Temp Outro - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jrq81b_iYEI Song: Eclipse Produced by: All TELL YOUR STORY music by ikson™ Music from #InAudio: https://inaudio.org/ Track: Infraction- Utopia Music provided by Infraction No Copyright Music Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3DzsedZ$ $What NTE Just Changed BEFORE Hotori... - Neverness To Everness CN Hotori Feedback - https://www.taptap.cn/moment/801414519980034209 Phase 2 Update - https://www.taptap.cn/app/714119/game-event?os=pc 1.0.13 Patch Notes - https://www.taptap.cn/moment/801179206040947449 Hotori Banner Skin - https://www.taptap.cn/moment/798972443212386080 10x Dice Event - https://x.com/NTE_GL/status/2052373971455398100/photo/1 PSA Chiz Fon Farm - https://www.reddit.com/r/NevernessToEverness/comments/1t67v2t/psa_you_can_earn_up_to_500k_fons_with_chiz_basic/ Pre-register - https://pwgam.es/4q51U1F Roadmap - https://x.com/NTE_GL/status/2045581089641758776 #nte #ntecreator My (EUTOPIAs) Discord: https://discord.gg/6c7B8nuqvW New Temp Outro - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jrq81b_iYEI Song: Eclipse Produced by: All TELL YOUR STORY music by ikson™ Music from #InAudio: https://inaudio.org/ Track: Infraction- Utopia Music provided by Infraction No Copyright Music Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3DzsedZ$ $Marathon - DO THIS Before The Beta Ends | Server Slam GUIDE + Leak Bungie is dropping the Marathon Server Slam this Thursday, February 26th, giving players their first free hands-on experience with the highly anticipated sci-fi extraction shooter before the March 5th launch. But before you download the open preview on PS5, Xbox Series X, or PC, there are massive hidden progression systems, Runner mechanics, and exclusive launch-day loot caches that you need to prepare for. In this ultimate Marathon Server Slam Guide, I break down exactly what you need to do during this 96-hour beta window so you dont fall behind, the best weapon mods and factions to focus on, and a massive leaked map you need to look out for. Weapon Mods - https://www.youtube.com/shorts/a Xjh2xmUg Run Clips - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v 9LgbTNfmbU https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ToVHiqE_S5k B33 Volley - https://mobalytics.gg/marathon/weapons/b33-volley-rifle 4th Map - https://www.reddit.com/r/Marathon/comments/1k1004x/new_details_on_the_4th_map_in_marathon_that_takes/ Server Slam Details - https://www.bungie.net/7/en/News/Article/marathon-server-slam https://www.bungie.net/7/en/News/Article/marathon-releases-march-5-2026-new-trailer-and-more #marathon #bungie #destiny2 My (EUTOPIAs) Discord: https://discord.gg/6c7B8nuqvW New Temp Outro - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jrq81b_iYEI Song: Eclipse Produced by: All TELL YOUR STORY music by ikson™ Track: Infraction- Utopia Music provided by Infraction No Copyright Music Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3DzsedZ$ $ARC Raiders - Embark Is REVERSING Sign-Ups + NEW Discord LFG ARC Raiders has issued an important Expedition warning as Embark prepares to reverse affected Departure sign-ups ahead of the July 21 deadline. A new Discord LFG integration is also being tested to help Raiders find and join active squads more easily, alongside another community initiative offering Raider Tokens and the chance to add new collectibles to the game. Here is everything players need to check before the reversal waves begin. 4th Expedition - https://arcraiders.com/news/the-fourth-expedition Arc Official Discord - https://discord.gg/arcraiders #arcraiders #arcgame #arcraidersgameplay My (EUTOPIAs) Discord: https://discord.gg/6c7B8nuqvW New Temp Outro - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jrq81b_iYEI Song: Eclipse Produced by: All TELL YOUR STORY music by ikson™ Music from #InAudio: https://inaudio.org/ Track: Infraction- Utopia Music provided by Infraction No Copyright Music Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3DzsedZ$ $Where Winds Meet - THIS IS IT | Jan 8 Update | Guild WARS + MORE Where Winds Meet January 2026 Roadmap breakdown, full weekly schedule and what to do first. Update 1.2 lands on Jan 8 with Kaifeng Campaign and Legacy Quests, the Nameless General world boss, and the Jianghu Martial Games event. Next weekly unlocks: Mistveil Prison (puzzle cave) on Jan 15, Guild Battle Preseason (guild wars) on Jan 16, Nine Mortal Ways Base on Jan 22, Whispers Beneath the Moon story on Jan 25, then Year of Abundance and Season-End Dash on Jan 29. Also covering CN names and context (燕云十六声), including Hero’s Realm 侠境同悲红尘劫, plus what these updates mean for progression, rewards, and your priority order. Roadmap - https://x.com/WhereWindsMeet_/status/2005896637705543813 Top-Up - https://x.com/WhereWindsMeet_/status/2006893202842988792/photo/1 https://pay.neteasegames.com/WhereWindsMeet/topup?c=m.1 Twitch Drops - https://x.com/WhereWindsMeet_/status/2006855453481799751/photo/1 https://www.twitch.tv/drops/campaigns Update Previews - https://www.yysls.cn/news/official/20250123/37780_1209208.html https://www.yysls.cn/news/official/20250320/37780_1220413.html https://m.ali213.net/news/gl2503/1639743.html https://www.yysls.cn/news/official/20250331/37780_1223814.html https://www.yysls.cn/news/official/20250222/37780_1213857.html Ghost Hub - https://www.yysls.cn/news/official/20251107/37780_1269749.html New Bosses - https://www.yysls.cn/news/official/20250429/37780_1231609.html Puzzle Guide - https://www.gamersky.com/handbook/202501/1868318.shtml #wherewindsmeet #wherewindsmeetgameplay #wwm My (EUTOPIAs) Discord: https://discord.gg/6c7B8nuqvW New Temp Outro - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jrq81b_iYEI Song: Eclipse Produced by: All TELL YOUR STORY music by ikson™ Music from #InAudio: https://inaudio.org/ Track: Infraction- Utopia Music provided by Infraction No Copyright Music Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3DzsedZ$ $THE FINALS - DEVs Saw Season 10 & Said THIS... | NEW Teasers + Patch 9.13 The Finals Season 10 is almost here and the devs just dropped some major intel. In todays video I break down everything from the latest dev stream, including Oscars first look at Season 10 and what he had to say, gadgets potentially returning, Season 10 teasers dropping soon, Patch 9.13 store update breakdown, and the latest esports update for TGM26. Season 10 launches March 25, 2026 heres everything you need to know before it drops. Dev Stream - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0WlGVD8gsNo https://www.twitch.tv/videos/2721296095?filter=all&sort=time Store Update - https://www.reachthefinals.com/patchnotes/9130 Removed Items - https://www.reachthefinals.com/patchnotes/800 Level 3 EE - https://www.thefinals.wiki/wiki/Level_3 The_Hunt EE Link - https://www.reachthefinals.com/wpn-x-program #thefinals #thefinalsseason9 #thefinalsgame My (EUTOPIAs) Discord: https://discord.gg/6c7B8nuqvW New Temp Outro - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jrq81b_iYEI Song: Eclipse Produced by: All TELL YOUR STORY music by ikson™ Music from #InAudio: https://inaudio.org/ Track: Utopia (Synthwave) - Infraction Music provided by Infraction No Copyright Music Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3DzsedZ$