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Originally Published 5 months ago — by PlayStation LifeStyle
Ubisoft's open-world game Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora is getting a major update on December 5 that adds a third-person mode, a New Game+ feature, new story packs, and various quality-of-life improvements, coinciding with a sale and just before the release of the next Avatar film.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by kotaku.com
Ubisoft announced a significant free update for Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora, arriving December 5, which will add a new game plus mode and third-person gameplay, enhancing the already visually impressive open-world game, which is currently available at discounted prices.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Push Square
Massive Entertainment is releasing a free December update for Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora on PS5, adding a third-person mode and New Game+ to celebrate the game's second anniversary, alongside the release of Avatar: Fire and Ash, with improvements to animations, controls, and gameplay experience.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Eurogamer
Ubisoft's Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora will receive a free update on December 5th, adding a third-person mode and New Game+ mode, just before the release of the new Avatar film, enhancing gameplay and replayability.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by TrueAchievements
Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora is a visually stunning game set in the world of Pandora. Players take on the role of a Na'vi warrior fighting against the Resources Development Administration (RDA) to protect their homeland. The game offers a vast open world with vibrant environments and diverse flora and fauna. While aerial combat with the ikran feels clunky, the combat mechanics improve as players unlock new skills and weapons. The game also features a variety of side quests, exploration activities, and collectibles to keep players engaged. Overall, Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora offers a unique and enjoyable gaming experience, standing on its own as more than just a Far Cry reskin.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Eurogamer.net
The article provides an in-depth analysis of the PC user experience, graphics settings, and performance optimization for the game Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora. It compares the PC version to the PS5 version, discusses the "Unobtainium" settings intended for future hardware, and evaluates the use of image reconstruction and frame generation options. The article also provides optimized settings for older low to mid-range GPUs based on the PS5 version's performance mode. Overall, Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora is praised for its excellent PC release, scalable graphics options, and smooth user experience.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Push Square
Video producer Aaron Bayne shares his top 5 PS5 and PS4 games of 2023, including Diablo 4, Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora, The Finals, Dead Space, and Alan Wake 2. He praises Diablo 4 for its addictive gameplay loop, Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora for its immersive world, The Finals for its frenetic shooter experience, Dead Space for its sci-fi horror atmosphere, and Alan Wake 2 for its dark murder mystery and compelling storytelling.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Forbes
The author expresses their lack of interest in Ubisoft's open world model, citing their experiences with games like Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora, Far Cry 6, and Assassin's Creed Valhalla. They find the combat encounters and quests to be repetitive and dull, with an excessive focus on hunting and gathering. While they appreciate the gorgeous open world and flying mechanics in Avatar, they feel that the game lacks innovation and fails to offer a compelling experience overall.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by WDW News Today
The video game "Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora" features the Flaska Reclinata, a familiar plant from Pandora - The World of Avatar at Disney's Animal Kingdom. The plant plays a role in detoxifying the atmosphere on Pandora and can be found in various locations throughout the game. Players assume the role of a Na'vi and must protect Pandora from the RDA. The game is available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Amazon Luna.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Video Games Chronicle
Ubisoft's first $70 game, Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora, has been heavily discounted less than two weeks after its release, with retailers in the US offering it for $49.99 and UK retailers selling it for under £45. The open-world action-adventure game is set in the world of Avatar and follows players as they team up with Na'vi clans to protect their homeland. Ubisoft has also announced plans to release two story packs as part of a season pass for the game.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Forbes
Less than two weeks after its release, Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora has already received significant discounts on physical copies, with retailers like Best Buy offering the game at a 42% discount. While this may not bode well for Ubisoft and developer Massive, it presents an opportunity for players to purchase the game at a lower price. Despite mixed reviews from critics, user scores have been high, making the discounted price more appealing to potential buyers. The game's stunning visuals have been praised, but some find it lacking in gameplay. It remains to be seen if the game will achieve strong sales figures.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Forbes
"Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora," developed by Ubisoft's Massive studio, has received mixed reviews but high user scores. The game features stunning environments reminiscent of "Crysis" and gameplay similar to "Far Cry Primal." While the character models are less impressive, the lush jungle setting is visually captivating. The gameplay and combat are improved compared to previous "Far Cry" games, and the Na'vi vision mechanic helps navigate the dense foliage. Despite similarities to "Far Cry," the game offers enough improvements to make it worth exploring.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Eurogamer.net
In a technical interview with Digital Foundry, Ubisoft Massive's Nikolay Stefanov and Oleksandr Koshlo discuss the development of the Snowdrop engine for Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora. They explain the game's global illumination system, the use of hardware ray tracing for shadows, the placement of probes for lighting, and the scaling of graphics and performance on consoles. They also mention the use of async compute, dynamic resolution scaling, and upscaling techniques like FSR and DLSS. The interview highlights the challenges and innovations in creating a highly detailed and visually impressive game world.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Forbes
Despite receiving low critic scores, Ubisoft's game Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora has garnered high user scores, surpassing recent mainline Ubisoft franchises such as Far Cry and Assassin's Creed. The game's positive reception among players is attributed to its stunning visuals and being described as "Avatar Far Cry, but better." The discrepancy between critic and user scores, along with poor marketing and a crowded release date, may have contributed to the game's initial lack of attention. However, the positive user feedback has sparked interest in the game, prompting some to give it a try.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by GamesIndustry.biz
Ubisoft's Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora debuted at No.5 on the UK Boxed Charts, while EA Sports FC 24 maintained its top spot. Super Mario Bros Wonder secured the second position, followed by Hogwarts Legacy at No.3 and Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 at No.4. Cyberpunk 2077 Ultimate Edition entered at No.15, boosting the sales of the base game. The Sims 4: For Rent expansion debuted at No.26, and several titles re-entered the charts due to promotions.