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gaming2 months ago

Shroud Urges Fans to Vote Arc Raiders as 2025 Game of the Year

Shroud, a popular streamer, urges his fans to vote for Arc Raiders over Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 for Game of the Year 2025, highlighting the minority status of multiplayer gamers and the industry's dominance of multiplayer games, despite some research indicating a preference for single-player experiences among older gamers. He dismisses the importance of awards, claiming they are rigged, but his influence could sway public voting.

gaming1 year ago

"XDefiant Launch: Navigating Matchmaking Issues"

The XDefiant servers appear to be live with no reported issues, but players in cross-platform parties may still encounter problems. Some users have experienced connectivity errors, but Ubisoft has addressed these issues and the servers seem to have stabilized after initial instability. If you're having trouble, it may be due to your own connection. Ubisoft has acknowledged the matchmaking server concerns and is investigating. If XDefiant isn't working for you, there are alternative FPS and multiplayer games to explore.

gaming1 year ago

"Helldivers 2 Community Event: Liberating Planets with Deadly Bug Spray for Permanent Changes"

In the latest update for Helldivers 2, players are tasked with dousing planets in special "Termicide" gas to permanently contain the bugs, but there are concerns that this may have unintended consequences, such as creating new breeds of bugs. The game's developer, Arrowhead Game Studios, is known for introducing game-changing elements and story beats with its updates, focusing on free missions and items rather than limited-time cosmetics. The Termicide tower major order is set to conclude on March 19, leaving players curious about the potential aftermath of using the gas.

gaming1 year ago

"PS5 Owners Suffer Massive Losses as Digital Games Vanish Due to Software Bug"

PlayStation users report ongoing issues with digital games disappearing from their libraries, prompting frustration and disappointment. Meanwhile, a reader speculates on Microsoft's past consideration of making Halo multiformat, and another reflects on the wisdom of Nintendo's former boss. Additionally, there's discussion about the potential impact of Helldivers 2 on co-op games, the scarcity of snowboarding games, and the enduring appeal of Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth.

gaming1 year ago

"Phil Spencer Questions Exclusivity of Helldivers 2 and Advocates for Cross-Platform Gaming"

Xbox's Phil Spencer questions the industry benefit of Helldivers 2 not being available on Xbox, as Microsoft plans to bring some community-driven games to other platforms. Both Sony and Microsoft have mixed approaches to multiplayer game exclusivity, with Sony's acquisition of Bungie leading to multiplatform releases, while Microsoft is expanding its game sharing. As both companies move into live games, the focus on wider player populations and potential microtransaction revenue complicates the exclusivity landscape, raising questions about what's best for the games themselves.

gaming2 years ago

"2024's Most Anticipated Multiplayer and Shooter Games: Survival, Wishlists, and New Releases"

Wccftech's most anticipated multiplayer games of 2024 are dominated by the survival genre, featuring titles like Helldivers 2, ARK 2, Dune: Awakening, Nightingale, and Once Human. These games offer diverse settings and gameplay mechanics, from exterminating aliens in a third-person view to exploring the dangerous Fae Realms and battling supernatural creatures in a New Weird universe. The list also includes honorable mentions such as Towerborne, Myth of Empires, Throne and Liberty, Blue Protocol, and Pax Dei.

gaming2 years ago

"Unconventional Nominees and Surprising Inclusions: The Steam Awards 2023 Shortlist Unveiled"

The nominees for the public-voted Steam Awards have been announced, featuring a list dominated by games with large multiplayer communities. The nominations include titles such as Resident Evil 4, Hogwarts Legacy, and Baldur's Gate 3. However, some choices seem questionable, like Starfield being nominated for "most innovative gameplay" and EA Sports FC 24 for "best game you suck at." Voting opens on December 21st and coincides with the start of the Steam winter sale.

gaming2 years ago

The Impact of Successful Games on Genre Funding: Insights from Developers

Killing Floor 3's creative director, Bryan Wynia, confirmed in an interview at Gamescom that microtransactions in the upcoming FPS game will be cosmetic-only, with the aim of avoiding a "pay to win" model. The developers want to continue the trend of providing free updates, such as maps, as seen in Killing Floor 2. They are currently exploring ways to create a cosmetic-only microtransaction system that allows players to express themselves and coordinate outfits with their teammates. The monetization plan is still being developed, but the goal is to stay true to the Killing Floor brand and franchise.

gaming2 years ago

Xbox Enhances Player Safety with New Voice Chat Reporting Feature

Microsoft is introducing a new safety feature on Xbox consoles that allows players to easily report inappropriate voice chats. The feature supports thousands of multiplayer games, including backward compatible Xbox 360 games, and enables players to capture a one-minute video clip of the audio they find inappropriate. The clip can be submitted as evidence to the Xbox Safety Team, who will review it and take appropriate action. The feature will first be available to Xbox Insiders before rolling out to all users.

gaming2 years ago

Diablo 4 Microtransactions Criticized for High Cost.

Diablo 4 players are criticizing the high prices of microtransactions, which they say cost more than Overwatch 2 skins. The game includes a Battle Pass and Cosmetics Shop, but neither offers pay-to-win options. A Wraith Lord cosmetic set costs 2,800 Platinum, which translates to approximately $28. Many players are comparing Diablo 4's microtransactions to those in other multiplayer games, such as Call of Duty and Valorant. The high prices are especially egregious considering the game costs $70 upfront.