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Arc Raiders, initially praised for its trailer, was delayed by three years after developers realized the game was not fun in its original form. The team shifted from a PvE focus to a PvPvE extraction shooter, which received positive feedback and increased interest, making it one of the most wishlisted games on Steam.
Baldur's Gate 3's overwhelming success and numerous awards have caused development challenges for Larian Studios, as the team had to frequently attend award shows, disrupting their workflow. Despite the accolades, Larian plans to move away from the Dungeons & Dragons franchise and focus on new projects.
The development process for Episode Aigis in Persona 3 Reload was chaotic, leading to its removal from the original release, but it will now be available as part of a $34.99 expansion pass. The decision to include it as paid DLC contradicts previous assurances that the game offered a complete experience, leaving some fans disappointed despite the added perks included in the pass.
STALKER 2: Heart of Chornobyl faces another delay, with a new "final" release date set for September 5, 2024, as developer GSC Game World addresses technical imperfections and the need for further polishing. Despite challenges and criticism, the studio remains dedicated to delivering an authentic STALKER experience, while acknowledging the game's rough state at gamescom 2023.