# Announcements

**URL:** https://discourse.codecombat.com/c/announcements/25.md

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## [Discontinuation of Our Discourse Forum](https://discourse.codecombat.com/t/discontinuation-of-our-discourse-forum/41483)

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**Author:** [@Chaboi\_3000](https://discourse.codecombat.com/u/Chaboi_3000)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [June 11, 2026, 1:40am UTC](https://discourse.codecombat.com/t/discontinuation-of-our-discourse-forum/41483 "2026-06-11T01:40:08Z")

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Notice: Discontinuation of Our Discourse Forum Due to a recent surge in off-topic & spam content, we have decided to discontinue the usage of the Discourse forums. We understand that this is a truly disappointing outcome…

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## [\[SURVEY\] CodeCombat Interests](https://discourse.codecombat.com/t/survey-codecombat-interests/23625)

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**Author:** [@Chaboi\_3000](https://discourse.codecombat.com/u/Chaboi_3000)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [August 25, 2020, 2:02am UTC](https://discourse.codecombat.com/t/survey-codecombat-interests/23625 "2020-08-25T02:02:15Z")

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Hey there, We need some thoughts about current CodeCombat and would appreciate it if filled out. The information we receive is vital in improving our game and we’ll love to hear your thoughts. Form link: https://forms.…

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## [About the Announcements category](https://discourse.codecombat.com/t/about-the-announcements-category/17790)

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**Author:** [@stephanie](https://discourse.codecombat.com/u/stephanie)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [March 12, 2019, 1:03pm UTC](https://discourse.codecombat.com/t/about-the-announcements-category/17790 "2019-03-12T13:03:41Z")

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We plan to report all announcements here. So keep an eye out for any updates to stay current. You might even discover something new! :slight\_smile:

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## [\[Closed\] Game Testers Application](https://discourse.codecombat.com/t/closed-game-testers-application/24973)

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**Author:** [@Chaboi\_3000](https://discourse.codecombat.com/u/Chaboi_3000)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [January 17, 2025, 2:44am UTC](https://discourse.codecombat.com/t/closed-game-testers-application/24973 "2025-01-17T02:44:48Z")

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What is the Game Testers? Game Testers is a group of heroes joining to help CodeCombat improve by balancing, sharing ideas, giving feedback, etc. Application Requirements Note: Meeting the requirements does not mean you…

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## [Winged Boots Released!](https://discourse.codecombat.com/t/winged-boots-released/37348)

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**Author:** [@Chaboi\_3000](https://discourse.codecombat.com/u/Chaboi_3000)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [April 13, 2024, 2:54am UTC](https://discourse.codecombat.com/t/winged-boots-released/37348 "2024-04-13T02:54:13Z")

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The Winged Boots Get ready to fly with the new item: Winged Boots! This extraordinary item is enchanted with a powerful magic known only to the wisest village elders of the Sarven Desert. Use it to fly around with …

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## [\[Roblox\] CodeCombat Worlds Beta](https://discourse.codecombat.com/t/roblox-codecombat-worlds-beta/35969)

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**Author:** [@Chaboi\_3000](https://discourse.codecombat.com/u/Chaboi_3000)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [August 21, 2023, 10:29am UTC](https://discourse.codecombat.com/t/roblox-codecombat-worlds-beta/35969 "2023-08-21T10:29:09Z")

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CodeCombat Worlds Beta Testing What is it? CodeCombat just arrived at Roblox! CodeCombat Worlds is a new immersive experience on Roblox, taking CodeCombat to the next level: in 3D! Program your pet and explore the lear…

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## [New Discord Bot Features](https://discourse.codecombat.com/t/new-discord-bot-features/35931)

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**Author:** [@Chaboi\_3000](https://discourse.codecombat.com/u/Chaboi_3000)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [August 15, 2023, 4:35am UTC](https://discourse.codecombat.com/t/new-discord-bot-features/35931 "2023-08-15T04:35:20Z")

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CodeCombat Bot Update Sir Tharin Thunderfist, our CodeCombat Discord Server Bot, just got a new major update introducing some new interactive features! Bot Economy System A new currency system on the bot is in the f…

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## [Forgotten Bronze Ring Released!](https://discourse.codecombat.com/t/forgotten-bronze-ring-released/34609)

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**Author:** [@Chaboi\_3000](https://discourse.codecombat.com/u/Chaboi_3000)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [December 25, 2022, 10:02pm UTC](https://discourse.codecombat.com/t/forgotten-bronze-ring-released/34609 "2022-12-25T22:02:36Z")

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The Forgotten Bronze Ring Happy holidays everyone! Here's another ring to potentially add to your arsenal. :eyes: This bronze ring was crafted with the help of Zana Woodheart and the forest sprites using one of the…

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## [Iron Link Ring Released!](https://discourse.codecombat.com/t/iron-link-ring-released/34579)

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**Author:** [@Chaboi\_3000](https://discourse.codecombat.com/u/Chaboi_3000)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [December 25, 2022, 12:03am UTC](https://discourse.codecombat.com/t/iron-link-ring-released/34579 "2022-12-25T00:03:34Z")

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The Iron Link Ring A ring forged in the fires of Kithgard with iron that is stronger than the bones of a dragon… Nothing powerful comes without a cost. To harness the powers of the new Iron Link ring, you must sacri…

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## [Java/C++ pet.catch() update](https://discourse.codecombat.com/t/java-c-pet-catch-update/33561)

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**Author:** [@Chaboi\_3000](https://discourse.codecombat.com/u/Chaboi_3000)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [August 15, 2022, 5:22am UTC](https://discourse.codecombat.com/t/java-c-pet-catch-update/33561 "2022-08-15T05:22:07Z")

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Wolf Pup pet.catch() Java/C++ Fix As an addition to the previous update, the pet.catch() ability has been fixed for Java/C++ languages, which use the phrase catch for exception handling, therefore creating a conflict i…

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## [Throw Ability Update](https://discourse.codecombat.com/t/throw-ability-update/33357)

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**Author:** [@Chaboi\_3000](https://discourse.codecombat.com/u/Chaboi_3000)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [July 13, 2022, 11:50am UTC](https://discourse.codecombat.com/t/throw-ability-update/33357 "2022-07-13T11:50:56Z")

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Throw Ability Update For several years, players who used Java or C++ had issues with using the throw() ability for rangers as it triggered the exception handler instead of the ability. However, with this update, player…

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## [Charge Belt and Potion Belt](https://discourse.codecombat.com/t/charge-belt-and-potion-belt/32662)

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**Author:** [@Chaboi\_3000](https://discourse.codecombat.com/u/Chaboi_3000)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [April 16, 2022, 11:27am UTC](https://discourse.codecombat.com/t/charge-belt-and-potion-belt/32662 "2022-04-16T11:27:49Z")

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New Items! The charge belt and potion belt is now released! Use these new gear to upgrade your potential in battle. Charge Belt Even warriors can use charges now. Throw a charge that deals 150 AoE damage with a cooldown…

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## [New User Profile View](https://discourse.codecombat.com/t/new-user-profile-view/32341)

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**Author:** [@Chaboi\_3000](https://discourse.codecombat.com/u/Chaboi_3000)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [March 13, 2022, 7:13am UTC](https://discourse.codecombat.com/t/new-user-profile-view/32341 "2022-03-13T07:13:17Z")

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Reworked Profile Page! The old /user profile page was becoming pretty boring, and there wasn’t anything special about it. However, with the new profile page, you can see: Levels Completed Heroes Unlocked CodePoints & G…

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## [Play Dungeon Raider and Unlock the Sacred Holy Sword!](https://discourse.codecombat.com/t/play-dungeon-raider-and-unlock-the-sacred-holy-sword/29745)

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**Author:** [@Chaboi\_3000](https://discourse.codecombat.com/u/Chaboi_3000)\
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**Last updated:** [July 22, 2021, 1:51am UTC](https://discourse.codecombat.com/t/play-dungeon-raider-and-unlock-the-sacred-holy-sword/29745 "2021-07-22T01:51:35Z")

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Holy Sword Challenge You’re trapped in a dungeon full of ogres and danger. Navigate the maze in under 60 seconds and obtain the treasure of Kithgard. Are you brave enough? Play Dungeon Raider now. If you can beat th…

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## [Ezeroth's Timepiece is Released!](https://discourse.codecombat.com/t/ezeroths-timepiece-is-released/29563)

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**Author:** [@Chaboi\_3000](https://discourse.codecombat.com/u/Chaboi_3000)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [July 9, 2021, 1:03am UTC](https://discourse.codecombat.com/t/ezeroths-timepiece-is-released/29563 "2021-07-09T01:03:25Z")

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You can now obtain Ezeroth’s magical watch, Ezeroth’s Timepiece. It grants a new method, hero.timeLeft, which returns how much time you have left in the level. Additionally, it grants a special ability, time-travel, whic…

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## [The Shredder is Released!](https://discourse.codecombat.com/t/the-shredder-is-released/29540)

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**Author:** [@Chaboi\_3000](https://discourse.codecombat.com/u/Chaboi_3000)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [July 6, 2021, 4:03am UTC](https://discourse.codecombat.com/t/the-shredder-is-released/29540 "2021-07-06T04:03:59Z")

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The Shredder is a powerful ranger weapon that can shoot bouncy discs. Even when a disc hits a wall, it will keep bouncing for 10 seconds. The Shredder also comes with a scattershot ability that can shoot 6 discs in a 60˚…

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## [New and Updated Boomrod!](https://discourse.codecombat.com/t/new-and-updated-boomrod/29318)

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**Author:** [@Chaboi\_3000](https://discourse.codecombat.com/u/Chaboi_3000)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [June 14, 2021, 6:59am UTC](https://discourse.codecombat.com/t/new-and-updated-boomrod/29318 "2021-06-14T06:59:40Z")

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The once unused weapon, The Boomrod, has received a giant buff! Instead of occasionally shooting a few bullets, it now acts as a close-range, high-damage shotgun! Here are the new stats of this weapon: At first gla…

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## [Two New Rings Released!](https://discourse.codecombat.com/t/two-new-rings-released/29293)

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**Author:** [@Chaboi\_3000](https://discourse.codecombat.com/u/Chaboi_3000)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [June 11, 2021, 1:08am UTC](https://discourse.codecombat.com/t/two-new-rings-released/29293 "2021-06-11T01:08:53Z")

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Undying Ring Did you know ogres had rings? This one has their chieftain Oniko’s undying might trapped within, allowing you to charm an ally with the undying-charm spell. When the charmed ally takes in a fatal hit, they w…

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## [King's Ring is Released!](https://discourse.codecombat.com/t/kings-ring-is-released/28931)

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**Author:** [@Chaboi\_3000](https://discourse.codecombat.com/u/Chaboi_3000)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [May 16, 2021, 8:58pm UTC](https://discourse.codecombat.com/t/kings-ring-is-released/28931 "2021-05-16T20:58:52Z")

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Flex your wealth with this bejeweled ring forged from pure gold! This ring is able to cast a golden shield on an ally, granting them a shield that absorbs incoming damage, up to 500 damage. However, this comes with a cos…

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## [Volunteers wanted: kids around the world teaching kids Scratch coding in Kenya](https://discourse.codecombat.com/t/volunteers-wanted-kids-around-the-world-teaching-kids-scratch-coding-in-kenya/28318)

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**Author:** [@nick](https://discourse.codecombat.com/u/nick)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [April 7, 2021, 3:00pm UTC](https://discourse.codecombat.com/t/volunteers-wanted-kids-around-the-world-teaching-kids-scratch-coding-in-kenya/28318 "2021-04-07T15:00:10Z")

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Sharing this volunteer opportunity to teach Scratch coding to kids in Kenya that two CodeCombat users are running. Work with Dalia (10yo) and Noor (15yo), who are teaching via Zoom at the Ol Jogi School in Kenya. If you …

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## [Play Infinite Inferno and Win Awesome Prizes!](https://discourse.codecombat.com/t/play-infinite-inferno-and-win-awesome-prizes/28237)

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**Author:** [@Chaboi\_3000](https://discourse.codecombat.com/u/Chaboi_3000)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [April 2, 2021, 1:22am UTC](https://discourse.codecombat.com/t/play-infinite-inferno-and-win-awesome-prizes/28237 "2021-04-02T01:22:18Z")

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Coding has never been so awesome(And rewarding) before! Compete with other players in the new April championship arena, Infinite Inferno. The event will last until April 30th, and top players will bring home awesome p…

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## [Gem Purchasing is now Disabled](https://discourse.codecombat.com/t/gem-purchasing-is-now-disabled/27971)

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**Author:** [@Chaboi\_3000](https://discourse.codecombat.com/u/Chaboi_3000)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [March 16, 2021, 10:19pm UTC](https://discourse.codecombat.com/t/gem-purchasing-is-now-disabled/27971 "2021-03-16T22:19:01Z")

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Hey everyone, as of today, gem purchases are now disabled. The shop menu is now unavailable. If you really need to purchase gems, please email support using support@codecombat.com. Read more here:

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## [New E-Sports League Page + Blazing Battle Arena](https://discourse.codecombat.com/t/new-e-sports-league-page-blazing-battle-arena/27336)

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**Author:** [@Chaboi\_3000](https://discourse.codecombat.com/u/Chaboi_3000)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [February 7, 2021, 10:13pm UTC](https://discourse.codecombat.com/t/new-e-sports-league-page-blazing-battle-arena/27336 "2021-02-07T22:13:40Z")

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E-Sports League Page Coding has never been so EPIC before! Compete against other players in a multiplayer coding league to bring home awesome prizes and show everyone who’s the king! Our e-sports seasons are divided into…

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## [Announcement: Pets](https://discourse.codecombat.com/t/announcement-pets/10478)

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**Author:** [@Serg](https://discourse.codecombat.com/u/Serg)\
**Replies:** 91\
**Last updated:** [May 30, 2020, 3:53pm UTC](https://discourse.codecombat.com/t/announcement-pets/10478 "2020-05-30T15:53:04Z")

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Introducing: Pets! The time has come! Continue your journey through CodeCombat with a faithful companion. You may have seen hints in the past of being able to have your own familiar, and now you can! Travel through t…

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## [Omarn Ability Rework](https://discourse.codecombat.com/t/omarn-ability-rework/27033)

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**Author:** [@Chaboi\_3000](https://discourse.codecombat.com/u/Chaboi_3000)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [January 26, 2021, 11:10pm UTC](https://discourse.codecombat.com/t/omarn-ability-rework/27033 "2021-01-26T23:10:30Z")

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Omarn Ability Rework Omarn has long been a very mediocre and an unused hero in the game. Despite being more expensive than Senick, Omarn had very low stats and a weak ability compared to Senick. However, we’d love to ann…

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## [2020 Year Review](https://discourse.codecombat.com/t/2020-year-review/26333)

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**Author:** [@Chaboi\_3000](https://discourse.codecombat.com/u/Chaboi_3000)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [January 2, 2021, 9:31am UTC](https://discourse.codecombat.com/t/2020-year-review/26333 "2021-01-02T09:31:59Z")

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Happy 2021! Here’s a review of 2020 Most Likes Received: @Chaboi\_3000: 2.7k :heart: @PeterPalov: 2.2k :heart: @Deadpool198: 1.9k :heart: @Monsty: 1.8k :heart: @AnSeDra: 1.5k :heart: Most Likes Given: @PeterPalov: 4.…

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## [Usara is Released!](https://discourse.codecombat.com/t/usara-is-released/26291)

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**Author:** [@Chaboi\_3000](https://discourse.codecombat.com/u/Chaboi_3000)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [December 28, 2020, 10:23pm UTC](https://discourse.codecombat.com/t/usara-is-released/26291 "2020-12-28T22:23:38Z")

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Usara is Released! This is the moment every wizard was anticipating…The Master of all Wizards, Usara is released and is available for 21000 gems! Here are some brief info about her absolutely awesome and mind-boggling …

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## [Game Testers Application Format](https://discourse.codecombat.com/t/game-testers-application-format/25789)

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**Author:** [@Chaboi\_3000](https://discourse.codecombat.com/u/Chaboi_3000)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [December 2, 2020, 12:56am UTC](https://discourse.codecombat.com/t/game-testers-application-format/25789 "2020-12-02T00:56:32Z")

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Before you apply, please make sure you meet the Application Requirements located in the Game Testers thread. Format: CodeCombat Username Age What stage of CodeCombat are you in? (eg. Forest) How did you find out abo…

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## [Play Yak Rampage and Unlock the Legendary Tauran Set!](https://discourse.codecombat.com/t/play-yak-rampage-and-unlock-the-legendary-tauran-set/24659)

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**Author:** [@Chaboi\_3000](https://discourse.codecombat.com/u/Chaboi_3000)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [October 7, 2020, 9:13am UTC](https://discourse.codecombat.com/t/play-yak-rampage-and-unlock-the-legendary-tauran-set/24659 "2020-10-07T09:13:12Z")

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Tauran Armor Challenge You’ve stumbled upon a nest of yaks, and you’ve disturbed their sleep! Survive for 60 seconds amid angry yaks stampeding towards your hero! Can you dodge their attacks and obtain the ancient treasu…

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## [Discontinuation of Lifetime Premium](https://discourse.codecombat.com/t/discontinuation-of-lifetime-premium/25301)

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**Author:** [@Chaboi\_3000](https://discourse.codecombat.com/u/Chaboi_3000)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [November 10, 2020, 10:18am UTC](https://discourse.codecombat.com/t/discontinuation-of-lifetime-premium/25301 "2020-11-10T10:18:08Z")

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The subscription option for Lifetime Premium has been discontinued and is instead replaced with an annual/yearly subscription. The pricing will be the same as the old lifetime premium. Note that any current users with Li…

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