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gaming1 year ago

Ubisoft Denies Battle Pass for Assassin's Creed Shadows Amidst Rumors

Ubisoft has confirmed that Assassin's Creed Shadows will not feature a battle pass or paid subscriptions, contrary to recent rumors. The Animus Hub, which will host future Assassin's Creed games, will offer free rewards and content. Ubisoft is moving away from its traditional paid content model, opting instead to release free downloadable content. The game's launch has been delayed to February 14, amid controversies over historical inaccuracies and unauthorized use of artwork. Despite these issues, Ubisoft remains confident in the game's success, which features dual protagonists and a new modern-day storyline.

via IGN|
#animushub#assassinscreed#battlepass
gaming1 year ago

Game Awards Expands GOTY Eligibility to Include DLC, Remakes, and Remasters

The Game Awards has updated its rules to allow DLCs and expansions to be eligible for Game of the Year nominations, sparking debate over whether such content should be considered standalone games. This change comes as Elden Ring's expansion, Shadow of the Erdtree, is highly acclaimed, but some argue that expansions requiring the base game should not qualify for GOTY. The rule change does not guarantee nominations, and the decision remains controversial among gamers and industry professionals.

via Forbes|
#dlc#eldenring#gameawards
gaming2 years ago

"Star Citizen Unveils Exclusive $48,000 'Complete Fleet' Bundle for Elite Supporters"

Cloud Imperium Games has announced a new $48,000 ship bundle for its yet-to-be-officially-launched game, Star Citizen. The Legatus 2953 pack, which includes over 175 ships, is set to be available in the first quarter of 2024 but is exclusive to members of the Chairman's Club, a status requiring at least $1,000 spent in-game. Star Citizen has been a polarizing project, amassing over $658 million in funding amidst skepticism about its completion.

via IGN|
##cloudimperiumgames#gaming
gaming2 years ago

"The Finals Controversy: Aim Assist and Explosive Strategy Backlash Sparks Outrage Among Players"

Embark Studios, the developer behind the popular game The Finals, has acknowledged the community's concerns regarding the game's aim assist feature for controller users, which some players consider overpowered. A player's inquiry on the game's subreddit led to a response from the developer's Discord bot, confirming that the team is aware of the feedback but has not shared any specific plans to address the issue. The community is awaiting further communication from Embark Studios on whether any adjustments will be made to the aim assist mechanic.

via Dexerto|
##aimassist#controllervskeyboard
gaming2 years ago

"Controversy and Confusion Surround Steam Awards 2023 and Baldur's Gate 3's Success"

The Steam Awards 2023 have sparked debate over the value of fan-voted awards after controversial wins by Starfield for Most Innovative Gameplay and Red Dead Redemption 2 for the Labor of Love Award. Critics argue that Starfield's gameplay is not particularly innovative and that Red Dead Redemption 2 is not as well-supported as other nominees. The Last of Us Part 1 also raised eyebrows with its Best Soundtrack win for a score originally composed in 2013. The results highlight the influence of fandom and the potential for popularity to skew the outcomes of such awards.

via Yahoo Entertainment|
##fanvoting#gaming