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Players have discovered an additional 30 minutes of unused NPC dialogue in Metroid Prime 4, which was cut from the final version. The extensive chatter, considered a poor design choice, contrasts with the typically solitary nature of the franchise and highlights the game's controversial development decisions. The found dialogue was meant as background filler but was ultimately deemed inappropriate for the game's atmosphere.
The delay of GTA 6 from May to November 2026 has caused significant concern in Poland, with politicians calling it a 'huge scandal' and fearing public unrest, highlighting the game's immense cultural impact despite the postponement.
A possible bug in Call of Duty's latest update has led to a right-wing conspiracy theory about "trans bullets," with transphobic commentators falsely claiming the game promotes transgender violence. The issue appears to be isolated to a specific weapon skin and is likely a result of the game's complex shader system. Activision has not commented on the matter, but the controversy highlights ongoing tensions around LGBTQ+ representation in gaming.
The release of a patch for Helldivers 2 led to community outrage over weapon nerfs, exacerbated by dismissive comments from Arrowhead developers on Reddit. Fans criticized the studio for poor communication, prompting CEO Johan Pilestedt to denounce the behavior and take internal measures. Despite the controversy, Pilestedt confirmed the studio's independence and revealed the game's impressive revenue.