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gaming1 year ago

"EA Confirms End of Battlefield 2042 Seasons, Shifts Focus to Next Game and Iron Man Project Milestone"

Battlefield 2042's seventh season will be its last, with EA and Dice shifting focus to future games in the series. Motive Studio, known for the Dead Space remake, will join the franchise to work on upcoming Battlefield titles. While 2042 won't receive major content updates, smaller updates will focus on game maintenance. Motive Studio also continues development on its Iron Man game, with EA aiming to expand the Battlefield universe across multiplayer and single-player experiences.

via Kotaku|
#battlefield-2042#ea#future-plans
gaming1 year ago

"Helldivers 2: Meet Joel, the Machiavellian Game Master Steering the Galactic War"

Helldivers 2 has a Game Master named Joel who works behind the scenes to continuously evolve the game and ensure balanced play experiences, drawing inspiration from Dungeons and Dragons. The game's director revealed that the team aims to replicate collaborative and reactive storytelling elements from TTRPGs, despite the challenges of catering to a large player base. Joel has made adjustments to the game based on player actions, and the studio plans to maintain open communication with the community. Recent gameplay footage has teased in-game playable mechs, adding to the game's high-chaos, high-comedy co-op experience.

via Eurogamer.net|
#arrowhead#dungeons-and-dragons#game-master
gaming1 year ago

"Helldivers 2 Achieves 400,000+ Concurrent Players on Steam"

Helldivers 2, a third-person shooter, achieved over 400,000 concurrent players on Steam, making it the fifth most popular game on the platform despite its $40 price tag. The game's success on PC, with crossplay available for PS5, reflects its shift from a top-down co-op shooter to a third-person view with increased scale. Developed by Arrowhead Studios, the game's popularity has soared, although it faced server issues due to the overwhelming number of players during its opening weekend.

via Kotaku|
#arrowhead-studios#concurrent-players#gaming
gaming1 year ago

"The Finals Overhauls Progression System and Introduces Exciting Solo Event in Mid-Season Update"

The Finals 1.7.0 patch notes reveal significant buffs to XP progression, including increased XP for various in-game activities and adjustments to weekly contracts. The update also disables the 'Dead Go Boom' game show event due to its impact on melee users, with plans to re-work and reintroduce it in the future. Additionally, the patch introduces UI improvements and default VoIP settings to encourage more teamplay, along with a themed QB set available in the in-game store.

via Video Gamer|
#embark-studios#gaming#online-shooter
gaming1 year ago

"Mass Effect Cosmetics Collide with Destiny 2 in February Event"

Mass Effect cosmetics are set to arrive in Destiny 2 on February 13, including armor sets based on characters like Garrus and Liara, as well as free items like the Enhanced Defense Ghost Shell and Alliance Scout Frigate Ship. This crossover comes as Destiny 2 prepares for its next expansion, The Final Shape, and offers fans a chance to roleplay as their favorite Mass Effect characters in the world of Destiny.

via Game Informer|
#cosmetics#crossover#destiny-2
gaming1 year ago

"Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League Game Plagued by Launch Bugs and Divisive DRM"

Players of Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League are encountering a strange issue where the game's story is already completed upon logging in for the first time, prompting developer Rocksteady to perform maintenance on the game servers to resolve the problem. The studio acknowledges the inconvenience and plans to update players as the situation progresses, while also receiving mixed reviews about the game's departure from the studio's traditional strengths.

via Eurogamer.net|
#game-completion-issue#gaming#maintenance
gaming2 years ago

"Square Enix's Foamstars: AI Assets, Controversy, and Final Preview"

Square Enix's upcoming online shooter, Foamstars, has been compared to Nintendo's Splatoon, but the producer insists it's a unique game. The game's success will depend on building a strong player base, and Square Enix plans to launch it as a free game for one month on PS Plus to rapidly build a community. The company hopes this strategy will help differentiate Foamstars and attract players beyond the initial launch.

via Kotaku|
#foamstars#gaming#online-shooter
gaming2 years ago

"Square Enix's Foamstars: A Controversy-Free Preview"

Square Enix's new 4v4 shooter, Foamstars, aims to differentiate itself from comparisons to Splatoon by offering unique gameplay mechanics and a diverse cast of hero characters. The game, set to launch on February 6, will be available for free to PlayStation Plus subscribers for a month, with plans for a year's worth of content updates and a dual season pass structure. The development team has addressed feedback from the open beta, including character tweaks and network stability improvements, and is open to adding more single-player and co-op content based on player reception.

via Video Games Chronicle|
#foamstars#game-development#gaming
gaming2 years ago

Destiny 2: A 2023 Player Count Update

Destiny 2's current state in 2023 is met with mixed reviews. While the game's PvE content and gunplay remain strong, the new player experience is confusing and overwhelming, making it difficult for newcomers to get into the game. The PvP landscape is in a poor state, with few game modes and a lack of attention from the developers. The monetization model is criticized for its numerous microtransactions and confusing pricing structure. However, upcoming expansions and a revised release model offer hope for the game's future. Overall, the recommendation to play Destiny 2 in 2023 is hesitant due to its current shortcomings.

via IGN|
#bungie#destiny-2#gaming
gaming2 years ago

Counter-Strike 2's Controversial Penalties and Bot Modes Explained

Counter-Strike 2 has implemented a harsh penalty for players who leave matches early, resulting in a 1,000-point drop in their ELO rating. While this penalty aims to deter intentional match abandonment, players are complaining that it also applies to unintentional departures, such as game crashes. Additionally, solo players can receive the penalty if their teammates vote to kick them. Some players are concerned about the power this gives to groups of trolls. There are also concerns about the lack of warning for certain situations, such as leaving due to bad behavior by teammates. The new penalty system may have unintended consequences, including the potential for players to create smurf accounts with artificially low rankings. Valve may continue to adjust these penalties as the game evolves.

via Ars Technica|
#counter-strike-2#elo-rating#gaming
gaming2 years ago

Rogue Company's Switch Shutdown Delights Xbox and PS5 Fans.

Hi-Rez Studios is ending support for the Switch version of Rogue Company due to technical and process challenges, with the shutdown taking place on June 20. While some players are upset about the news, others are happy they won't have to deal with Switch players in their matches anymore. Hi-Rez promises to focus on better support and updates for the other platforms. Switch players will still be able to use previously accrued currency to buy items in the store, but no refunds will be given.

via Kotaku|
#crossplay#gaming#hi-rez-studios