The Western version of Lost Ark will receive the upcoming balance patches earlier than initially planned, moving from February to January, due to community feedback and collaboration with Smilegate RPG, aiming to improve update timeliness across regions.
Hunt: Showdown's 2026 roadmap focuses on enhancing strategic gameplay, fairness, and community engagement, with plans for new content, reintroductions of classic features, technical improvements, and seasonal events, all driven by player feedback and ongoing development efforts.
EA and Battlefield Studios have made significant changes to over 90 challenges in Battlefield 6, making them easier based on player feedback, to improve progression and reduce frustration, with further updates planned.
The article discusses the need for Microsoft to improve its Xbox Insider Program and community engagement to better develop and refine the upcoming next-gen Xbox and Windows gaming experiences, emphasizing transparency, feedback, and collaboration with gamers.
The Commander Format Panel announced updates to the Commander Brackets system and Game Changers list based on community feedback, emphasizing clearer expectations for each bracket, removing tutor restrictions, and refining the philosophy behind Game Changers. They also discussed potential future changes, including adding a new bracket and exploring hybrid mana costs, while reaffirming their commitment to the format's stability and fun.
EA and Battlefield Studios reversed a recent change to Battlefield 6's Conquest mode after negative community feedback, restoring spawn ticket counts and the original 45-minute timer to preserve the game's long-lasting team battle experience, amidst ongoing quick updates to improve gameplay.
The October team update for Lost Ark announces the North American region merge on October 22, the upcoming content update on October 29, and plans for the Kazeros battle in November, including fairer naming policies, system optimizations, and preparations for competitive events with strict anti-cheating measures.
Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines 2 has decided to include the Toreador and Lasombra clans in the base game after community feedback, removing them from the paid DLC, and also announced two new story packs to be released in 2026.
Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines 2 will refund all PlayStation Store pre-orders of its Premium Edition due to backlash over paywalled clans, with further details to be announced on September 17th. The publisher, Paradox, is rethinking its plan to charge extra for two clans after community criticism, and the refunds are part of broader adjustments to improve the game's launch experience.
Devs of Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 are paying close attention to community feedback regarding the use of goofy skins, aiming to balance player expression with competitive gameplay, and may reduce such designs in future updates.
Splitgate 2, after its surprise launch in June, is being 'unlaunched' with plans to overhaul and relaunch in early 2026, amid community criticism, internal setbacks, and cost-cutting measures, while continuing support in a limited beta.
Overwatch 2's new map voting system, introduced in season 17, has sparked mixed reactions from players. While it aims to give everyone a say in map selection, many find it frustrating, especially for newer maps like Aatlis, which rarely get played due to voting preferences. Some players suggest removing voting from quick-play modes to improve the experience, and Blizzard may need to refine the system based on community feedback.
1047 Games, developer of Splitgate 2, has laid off a small group of staff while focusing on refining the game and building the next phase, with co-founders not taking salaries to support the project, amid ongoing community and internal challenges.
Bungie's recent change to Destiny 2 makes all raids harder by imposing a -5 power disadvantage, sparking controversy. While intended to increase challenge and mix up strategies, many players, especially casual ones, find it makes raiding more exhausting and less accessible. The community is divided, with some supporting the increased difficulty and others criticizing it as an artificial and frustrating change. Bungie is open to feedback and may reconsider based on player data.
Ford Motor Co. revised its restoration plans for Michigan Central Station in response to feedback from Southwest Detroit residents, ensuring the project respects local views and history. Changes include scrapping a large parking garage, creating dual main entrances, and incorporating green spaces. The project aims to unite Corktown and Southwest Detroit, reflecting community input and enhancing the area's connectivity and livability.