All articles tagged with #looter shooter
Originally Published 3 days ago — by MP1st
Ubisoft has confirmed that The Division 3 is still in active development and is expected to have a significant impact comparable to The Division 1, with more details anticipated in the future.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Kotaku
Escape from Duckov, a humorous yet highly engaging PvE looter-shooter inspired by Escape from Tarkov, has sold a million copies in its first week due to its approachable gameplay, charming duck-themed characters, and compelling progression loop, despite its silly appearance.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by IGN
Borderlands 4 chief Randy Pitchford emphasizes that understanding why players love loot decisions is key to creating successful looter shooters, criticizing other developers for not grasping this core mechanic, and highlighting the franchise's ongoing journey to entertain the world.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by The Verge
Borderlands 4 is a fun, chaotic looter shooter that prioritizes explosive action and humor over artistic or narrative depth, offering players a straightforward, entertaining experience with a variety of characters and an abundance of guns.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by Kotaku
BioWare's Anthem will officially shut down on January 12, 2026, with servers going offline and the game becoming unplayable, marking the end of its troubled lifespan after a series of development issues and poor reception.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by Forbes
A nearly finished sequel to Outriders, titled Project Gemini, was canceled by People Can Fly in June, marking a significant loss for fans of the game, which had a strong start but declined due to technical issues and lack of ongoing monetization strategies. The cancellation ended plans for a potential franchise despite the game's promising foundation and initial success.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by Forbes
Borderlands 4 previews are overwhelmingly positive, highlighting improvements in mobility, writing, and overall gameplay, with critics feeling the series is returning to its roots. The game is set to release on September 12, 2025, and anticipation is high among fans.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by GAMINGbible
Steam is offering Borderlands 2 for free for 24 hours, ending at 6pm UK time, providing a great opportunity for fans of looter shooters to add this highly-rated game to their collection before the offer expires. However, recent negative reviews regarding updated terms of service should be considered before claiming the game.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Forbes
The First Descendant, a new free-to-play looter shooter, is receiving poor review scores, even lower than the poorly received Suicide Squad: Kill The Justice League. Despite this, the game has a strong player base, peaking at 264,860 players on Steam, significantly higher than Suicide Squad's launch numbers. The game appeals to a niche group of players who enjoy grinding for power upgrades, though it suffers from repetitiveness, a weak story, and heavy reliance on microtransactions.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by GAMINGbible
Suicide Squad: Kill The Justice League, the new game set in the "Arkhamverse" by Rocksteady, has been met with poor reviews and a decline in player interest on Steam, with concurrent players dropping significantly since its launch. Despite promises of additional content, the game's future looks uncertain as player numbers continue to dwindle, while interest in the older game, Batman: Arkham Knight, has surged.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Verge
Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League, the latest game from Rocksteady Studios, is criticized for hiding its brash personality under a generic looter shooter format. The game, set in an open-world with live-service elements, features the Suicide Squad attempting to take down Brainiac and the corrupted Justice League. However, the gameplay is described as chaotic and repetitive, with uninspiring weapons and a lack of unique mission designs. Despite some positive aspects such as Batman's encounters and the cutscene dynamics, the game's focus on live-service mechanics and lackluster boss battles detract from its potential.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Kotaku
Suicide Squad: Kill The Justice League, developed by Rocksteady, offers a well-written comic book adventure with fleshed-out characters and satisfying combat, but falls short due to repetitive missions, live-service elements, and an underwhelming ending that reveals its true nature as a forever game. Despite its compelling story and engaging combat, the game's attempt to be a live-service shooter detracts from its overall experience, leaving it in a middle-of-the-road position between great and awful.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Forbes
Rocksteady's "Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League" disappoints with its live service looter shooter format, deviating from the beloved Arkham series. While the combat is enjoyable, the repetitive gameplay, lackluster story, and recycled boss fights hinder the experience. The game's ending and endgame activities fail to deliver, leaving players bored and unfulfilled. Despite some bright spots, the game feels like a missed opportunity for Rocksteady, earning a lackluster score of 6.5/10.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by IGN
IGN will not have a review of Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League right away as Warner Bros. Games declined to send review codes ahead of the game's release, but IGN will purchase their own copies and start a review in progress as soon as the game launches. In the meantime, readers are encouraged to check out IGN's hands-on preview of the game and share their thoughts upon its release.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Kotaku
The developers of Suicide Squad have removed the controversial gear score system from the game, responding to fan feedback and aiming to create a more enjoyable experience. While the game remains a co-op looter shooter, the removal of gear score reflects a shift towards a more player-friendly approach to loot, allowing players to use their favorite gear without worrying about being underpowered. This change may not completely sway skeptical fans, but it demonstrates the developers' willingness to address concerns and improve the game.