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Borderlands 4 Focuses on Buffs Over Nerfs to Balance Gameplay

Originally Published 3 months ago — by Forbes

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Gearbox has decided not to nerf the overpowered crit knife in Borderlands 4 immediately, instead focusing on buffing underperforming gear and skills first, after learning from past nerf-heavy updates in previous titles. The game’s creative director emphasized a balanced approach to maintain game health, with no specific timeline for these updates yet.

"Slick New Nerf Blasters Hit the Market"

Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Verge

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Hasbro's new Nerf N-Series blasters, launching in June and July, will only fire proprietary N1 darts, which are more expensive but designed for better range, accuracy, and safety. While the new blasters are impressive and affordable, they break compatibility with older Elite darts, raising concerns about cost and convenience. Exclusive models will be available at Target and Walmart.

"Nerf Unveils Infinite Blaster and Next-Gen Darts in New N Series"

Originally Published 1 year ago — by CNET

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Hasbro's new $40 Nerf Infinite blaster, part of the N series, allows reloading while firing and uses new N1 darts, which are more accurate and faster but incompatible with older darts. The blaster, releasing in July, holds up to 40 darts and includes 80 darts in the package. The N series also features other blasters priced between $5 and $25, available by the end of June.

Destiny 2's 'The Final Shape' to Nerf Overpowered Well of Radiance Super

Originally Published 1 year ago — by Forbes

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Destiny 2's Well of Radiance, a key Warlock super ability, is receiving significant nerfs in the upcoming expansion "The Final Shape." Changes include reduced healing, decreased damage resistance, and increased Orbs of Power generation. The adjustments aim to reduce the ability's over-reliance in boss encounters, sparking controversy among players.

"Warzone Players Outraged by Useless Killstreak After Nerf"

Originally Published 1 year ago — by Dexerto

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Call of Duty Warzone players are divided over the recent nerf to the Precision Airstrike killstreak, with some deeming it "completely useless" due to the addition of a visible blast zone. While some argue that it's now best used as a finishing move on downed players, others feel that the change has made the killstreak ineffective and are frustrated by the adjustment. Despite differing opinions, it's uncertain whether the developers will make further changes in the near future.

"The Finals Controversy: Players Call for Balance Over Explosives, Turrets, and Class Issues"

Originally Published 2 years ago — by Dexerto

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Players of the Battle Royale game The Finals are calling for a nerf to a dominant and overpowered strategy involving a C4 and barrel combo, which is capable of instantly killing players and wiping out entire teams. The community suggests that the developers could fix the issue by adjusting the physics of thrown objects with attachments, such as making them fall faster or adding weight to the C4 to change its trajectory. The frustration over this strategy is high, with hopes that the developers will address the balance issue promptly.

Outrage over "stupid" nerf to Mythical Pokemon's attack sparks player backlash

Originally Published 2 years ago — by Dexerto

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Pokemon players are upset about the nerf to Dark Void, the signature move of the Mythical Pokemon Darkrai. The move's accuracy was reduced and it now fails when used by any Pokemon other than Darkrai. Additionally, the chance of inflicting sleep was lowered from 80% to 50%. The biggest nerf was that only Darkrai could use Dark Void after Generation 7, resulting in both Darkrai and Smeargle being affected. While the nerf was intended to balance the competitive scene, some fans feel it was unnecessary and have expressed disappointment.

"Warzone's Doom shotgun receives a powerful buff, making it the best choice for close-quarters combat"

Originally Published 2 years ago — by Dexerto

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The Lockwood 300 shotgun in Warzone has become overpowered once again, causing havoc in the battle royale. Despite being previously nerfed, the Doom bundle version of the shotgun is back and dominating close-range gunfights. Players have called for another nerf, but the Dual Trigger feature balances its power by requiring an instant reload after each shot. The cause of the shotgun's resurgence is unclear, but players speculate it may be related to a previous nerf.

"MW3 Season 1 Update Receives Praise for Riot Shield Nerf"

Originally Published 2 years ago — by Dexerto

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Modern Warfare 3 players are celebrating the nerf of the Riot Shield for Season 1, as developers have addressed concerns about its use as an extra layer of cover. The shield will now impose a movement penalty even when on the player's back, but melee damage has been increased to a two-hit kill. Players are pleased with the changes, considering it a good middle ground, and can test them out when Season 1 goes live on December 6.

"Fortnite Fans Outraged Over Solid Snake's 'Assless' Skin"

Originally Published 2 years ago — by Kotaku

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Fortnite players are disappointed with the latest update that has "de-cakeified" the character Solid Snake, reducing the prominence of his buttocks. Fans took to social media platforms to express their sadness and frustration, comparing it to a crime and calling it antithetical to the character's legacy. This change follows a trend in Fortnite of flattening the buttocks of other male character skins, leading some to believe that the game has a bias against male ass.

"Classic Toys and Surprises: The Latest Inductees into the Toy Hall of Fame"

Originally Published 2 years ago — by OregonLive

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The National Toy Hall of Fame has announced its 2023 inductees, including classics like NERF, Cabbage Patch Kids, and Fisher-Price Corn Popper. However, fans were surprised that Ken, Barbie's boyfriend, was snubbed despite his popularity in the movie "Barbie." The winners were chosen through a combination of fan voting and expert input, and the toys will be permanently displayed at the Toy Hall of Fame in Rochester, New York.

2023 National Toy Hall of Fame Inducts 'Forgotten' Corn Popper and Snubs Barbie's Ken

Originally Published 2 years ago — by 13WHAM-TV

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The National Toy Hall of Fame has announced its class of 2023 inductees, which include baseball cards, Cabbage Patch Kids, Fisher Price Corn Popper, and Nerf toys. The Corn Popper was a special fourth inductee chosen by popular vote from a group of "Forgotten Five" finalists, in honor of the hall's 25th anniversary. These toys were selected for their ability to encourage play and imagination across different age groups.

"Mortal Kombat 1 Patch: Gameplay Changes, Nerfs, Updates, and Exploits"

Originally Published 2 years ago — by IGN

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NetherRealm has released a new patch for Mortal Kombat 1, making significant gameplay changes including a nerf to Cyrax's Horizontal Kopter Chopper Kameo assist, tagging moves for easier training, a damage nerf for Baraka, and the addition of a Halloween theme to Johnny Cage's mansion stage. The patch also introduces new features such as a Halloween Fatality in the Premium Store and the ability to pin moves to the HUD. Players are still discovering the full extent of the patch, while debate arises over the potential monetization of Fatalities. No mention of a patch for the Nintendo Switch version, which has faced criticism for performance and visual issues.

"Unleashing the Ultimate Dart Storm: The Powerhouse Nerf Blaster Fires 100 Darts per Second"

Originally Published 2 years ago — by Hackaday

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A DIY enthusiast has built a powerful Nerf blaster capable of firing 100 darts per second. The blaster uses half-length darts and belts driven by powerful motors to achieve the high fire rate. The design includes a drum magazine with sliders to push the darts into the wheels. The builder faced challenges in achieving the desired fire rate, but iterative design helped overcome them. Slow-motion videos showcase the blaster's impressive performance. Files for the design are available for those interested in replicating it.