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This Zelda-Inspired Survival Game Plays In Reverse Compared To Games Like It

Towers of Aghasba redefines survival-crafting by focusing on restoring ecosystems rather than exploiting them.

Critically Acclaimed Steam Shooter Indefinitely On Hold After Dev Reveals He's Going To Prison

Fortune's Run's development is uncertain after its creator announced a three-year prison sentence for past actions.

Path Of Exile 2's Huge Early Access Launch Is Overwhelming Its Support Staff

Grinding Gear Games is facing significant challenges due to the overwhelming success of Path of Exile 2's early-access launch.

Void Crew | Official Launch Trailer

Community feedback has significantly shaped the development of Void Crew, leading to numerous exciting new features ahead of the 1.0 launch.

Path Of Exile 2 Already Has Major Nerfs After Just Three Days: 'It's Better To Do This Early'

Path of Exile 2 has faced balance issues post-launch, prompting immediate developer action to nerf overpowered skills.

This Horror Game Plays Like The World's Scariest Game Show, And It's Out Today

7 Minutes in Hell is a social horror game that emphasizes cooperation and betrayal while capturing the spirit of a high-stakes game show experience.

This Zelda-Inspired Survival Game Plays In Reverse Compared To Games Like It

Towers of Aghasba redefines survival-crafting by focusing on restoring ecosystems rather than exploiting them.

Critically Acclaimed Steam Shooter Indefinitely On Hold After Dev Reveals He's Going To Prison

Fortune's Run's development is uncertain after its creator announced a three-year prison sentence for past actions.

Path Of Exile 2's Huge Early Access Launch Is Overwhelming Its Support Staff

Grinding Gear Games is facing significant challenges due to the overwhelming success of Path of Exile 2's early-access launch.

Void Crew | Official Launch Trailer

Community feedback has significantly shaped the development of Void Crew, leading to numerous exciting new features ahead of the 1.0 launch.

Path Of Exile 2 Already Has Major Nerfs After Just Three Days: 'It's Better To Do This Early'

Path of Exile 2 has faced balance issues post-launch, prompting immediate developer action to nerf overpowered skills.

This Horror Game Plays Like The World's Scariest Game Show, And It's Out Today

7 Minutes in Hell is a social horror game that emphasizes cooperation and betrayal while capturing the spirit of a high-stakes game show experience.
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#hyper-light-breaker

Hyper Light Breaker Finally Launches Into Early Access This Week, New Trailer Showcases What To Expect

Hyper Light Breaker is an early access 3D co-op rogue-lite sequel to Hyper Light Drifter, focused on multiplayer exploration and fast-paced action.

Hyper Light Breaker - Save Over 20% On Steam Keys With This Launch Deal

Hyper Light Breaker is currently on sale with a strong early access launch deal.

Hyper Light Breaker will begin Steam early access on January 14

Hyper Light Breaker will enter early access on January 14, combining co-op gameplay with roguelike mechanics for diverse challenges.

Hyper Light Breaker Finally Launches Into Early Access This Week, New Trailer Showcases What To Expect

Hyper Light Breaker is an early access 3D co-op rogue-lite sequel to Hyper Light Drifter, focused on multiplayer exploration and fast-paced action.

Hyper Light Breaker - Save Over 20% On Steam Keys With This Launch Deal

Hyper Light Breaker is currently on sale with a strong early access launch deal.

Hyper Light Breaker will begin Steam early access on January 14

Hyper Light Breaker will enter early access on January 14, combining co-op gameplay with roguelike mechanics for diverse challenges.
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EA opens Skate to console players via closed playtest

Electronic Arts is opening early access playtests for the upcoming Skate game, emphasizing community involvement in development.
Sign-ups for console playtesting are available, but participation isn't guaranteed.
#gaming

Windblown Hands-On: Dead Cells Developer's New 3D Roguelike Is Lightning-Fast Fun

Windblown combines high-speed gameplay with roguelike elements, aiming to push the boundaries of the genre.
The game is set to launch into Early Access on October 24, promising an engaging player experience.

Subnautica 2 Early Access Trailer | Xbox Partner Preview 2024

Subnautica 2 will offer an immersive underwater experience and is set to enter early access in 2025.

It might have taken EA a while, but console players can finally sign-up to play the new Skate, if they're lucky enough to get picked, anyway

EA has announced a console playtest for Skate, allowing players to provide feedback during development.

Path of Exile 2 player numbers are so promising pre-launch that queues are inevitable

Path of Exile 2 anticipates heavy player traffic and potential log-in queues during its early access launch this weekend.

Finally, a crafting game that solves the early game tree-punching problem

Overthrown revitalizes the survival and crafting genre with smooth, dynamic mechanics and comedic gameplay elements.
The game emphasizes fun and interaction, allowing for creative base building and resource gathering.

How Long Is Path Of Exile 2: Campaign Length And Quest List

Path of Exile 2 offers a vast amount of content, with 40-50 hours needed to reach endgame.

Windblown Hands-On: Dead Cells Developer's New 3D Roguelike Is Lightning-Fast Fun

Windblown combines high-speed gameplay with roguelike elements, aiming to push the boundaries of the genre.
The game is set to launch into Early Access on October 24, promising an engaging player experience.

Subnautica 2 Early Access Trailer | Xbox Partner Preview 2024

Subnautica 2 will offer an immersive underwater experience and is set to enter early access in 2025.

It might have taken EA a while, but console players can finally sign-up to play the new Skate, if they're lucky enough to get picked, anyway

EA has announced a console playtest for Skate, allowing players to provide feedback during development.

Path of Exile 2 player numbers are so promising pre-launch that queues are inevitable

Path of Exile 2 anticipates heavy player traffic and potential log-in queues during its early access launch this weekend.

Finally, a crafting game that solves the early game tree-punching problem

Overthrown revitalizes the survival and crafting genre with smooth, dynamic mechanics and comedic gameplay elements.
The game emphasizes fun and interaction, allowing for creative base building and resource gathering.

How Long Is Path Of Exile 2: Campaign Length And Quest List

Path of Exile 2 offers a vast amount of content, with 40-50 hours needed to reach endgame.
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#game-launch

Caves Of Qud Finally Launches Today After 15 Years Of Development

Caves of Qud officially launches version 1.0 after 15 years of development, celebrating with new features and supporting content post-release.

Suicide Squad Gives Early Access Players Play Money After Dreadful Launch

Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League's launch has been met with negative previews and downtime during early access.
Rocksteady is offering early access players $20 worth of in-game currency as a gesture of appreciation for their patience.

Caves Of Qud Finally Launches Today After 15 Years Of Development

Caves of Qud officially launches version 1.0 after 15 years of development, celebrating with new features and supporting content post-release.

Suicide Squad Gives Early Access Players Play Money After Dreadful Launch

Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League's launch has been met with negative previews and downtime during early access.
Rocksteady is offering early access players $20 worth of in-game currency as a gesture of appreciation for their patience.
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#indiana-jones

Indiana Jones And The Great Circle Spoilers Have Been Leaked

Players with Premium editions can access Indiana Jones and the Great Circle early tonight.
Leaked gameplay has revealed key plot elements prior to official release.
The game features a mix of adventure and iconic locations around the world.

Indiana Jones And The Great Circle: Unlock Times And How To Play Early

The highly anticipated Indiana Jones and the Great Circle launches on December 8, with early access for Premium Edition purchasers starting December 5.

When does Indiana Jones release in early access, and is it on Game Pass?

Indiana Jones and the Great Circle has an early access launch on December 6, with multiple editions available for early play.

Indiana Jones And The Great Circle Spoilers Have Been Leaked

Players with Premium editions can access Indiana Jones and the Great Circle early tonight.
Leaked gameplay has revealed key plot elements prior to official release.
The game features a mix of adventure and iconic locations around the world.

Indiana Jones And The Great Circle: Unlock Times And How To Play Early

The highly anticipated Indiana Jones and the Great Circle launches on December 8, with early access for Premium Edition purchasers starting December 5.

When does Indiana Jones release in early access, and is it on Game Pass?

Indiana Jones and the Great Circle has an early access launch on December 6, with multiple editions available for early play.
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#game-mechanics

Slay The Spire But With A Claw Machine Turns Out To Be Utterly Compelling

Dungeon Clawler combines a claw machine mechanic with roguelite gameplay, offering innovative twists that enhance strategy and enjoyment.

Massively co-op game 33 Immortals will have a closed beta at the end of May

33 Immortals is undergoing pre-release testing, starting with a closed beta from May 24 to June 2.
Unique features of 33 Immortals include a 33-player co-op mode, ghost revival mechanic, and raid-centric gameplay lasting about 25 minutes per round.

Slay The Spire But With A Claw Machine Turns Out To Be Utterly Compelling

Dungeon Clawler combines a claw machine mechanic with roguelite gameplay, offering innovative twists that enhance strategy and enjoyment.

Massively co-op game 33 Immortals will have a closed beta at the end of May

33 Immortals is undergoing pre-release testing, starting with a closed beta from May 24 to June 2.
Unique features of 33 Immortals include a 33-player co-op mode, ghost revival mechanic, and raid-centric gameplay lasting about 25 minutes per round.
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#path-of-exile-2

How To Earn Path Of Exile 2 Twitch Drops For Early Access

Path of Exile 2's early access is marked by impressive viewership and player engagement, fueled by Twitch Drops and community excitement.

Path of Exile 2 shows off bloody trailer and upcoming Early Access launch date at Gamescom Opening Night Live

Path of Exile 2 will enter Early Access on November 15, 2024, featuring a mix of cinematics and gameplay as seen in its new trailer.

Path of Exile 2 release date delayed to December 6

Path of Exile 2's Early Access has been delayed to December 6 to improve server infrastructure for microtransactions.

How To Earn Path Of Exile 2 Twitch Drops For Early Access

Path of Exile 2's early access is marked by impressive viewership and player engagement, fueled by Twitch Drops and community excitement.

Path of Exile 2 shows off bloody trailer and upcoming Early Access launch date at Gamescom Opening Night Live

Path of Exile 2 will enter Early Access on November 15, 2024, featuring a mix of cinematics and gameplay as seen in its new trailer.

Path of Exile 2 release date delayed to December 6

Path of Exile 2's Early Access has been delayed to December 6 to improve server infrastructure for microtransactions.
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Star Wars: Hunters to Launch in Early Access on PC in January

Star Wars: Hunters will launch in early access on PC on January 27, 2025, after two playtests starting in December 2023.

Continuing gaming's worst trend, you'll be able to play Avowed five days early as long as you're happy to fork over $90

Avowed's premium edition allows early access for $90, reflecting a troubling trend in gaming of monetizing playtime.

SiFive pushes out Premier P550 RISC-V developer board

SiFive is offering early access to the HiFive Premier P550 development board, targeting developers with a demand for advanced RISC-V capabilities.
#game-update

Fields of Mistria's first big update - with romance! - coming in November

The November 18 update will significantly enhance Fields of Mistria with new romance features, gameplay depth, and a variety of new content.

Hades 2's big update adds new region, weapons, and characters

Hades 2's Olympic Update introduces significant content including a new region, weapons, characters, and expanded storylines.

Hades II gets a new location and new pets

Hades II's first major update introduces a new region, final weapon, pets, and aims for a more engaging gameplay experience.

Fields of Mistria's first big update - with romance! - coming in November

The November 18 update will significantly enhance Fields of Mistria with new romance features, gameplay depth, and a variety of new content.

Hades 2's big update adds new region, weapons, and characters

Hades 2's Olympic Update introduces significant content including a new region, weapons, characters, and expanded storylines.

Hades II gets a new location and new pets

Hades II's first major update introduces a new region, final weapon, pets, and aims for a more engaging gameplay experience.
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New Xbox Shooter Blindfire Takes Place Nearly Entirely In The Dark, Playable Today

Blindfire offers a unique tactical FPS experience by emphasizing gameplay in darkness, where sound and strategy are crucial to success.
#video-games

Phasmophobia Coming To Haunt Consoles Just In Time For Halloween

Phasmophobia launches in early access on consoles October 29 with a Halloween event.

Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 is already one of Steam's most popular games, and it's not even technically out yet

Space Marine 2's early release has led to record player numbers and strong sales on Steam, creating a buzz ahead of its official launch.

Hades II is now available in early access on PC

Hades II now available in Early Access for $30, featuring new protagonist Melinoë and a plot revolving around a time-controlling rapscallion.

Hades 2 Early Access Might Be Coming Sooner Than You Think

Hades II may enter early access soon after the technical test ends, with exciting updates promised by Supergiant Games.

Phasmophobia Coming To Haunt Consoles Just In Time For Halloween

Phasmophobia launches in early access on consoles October 29 with a Halloween event.

Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 is already one of Steam's most popular games, and it's not even technically out yet

Space Marine 2's early release has led to record player numbers and strong sales on Steam, creating a buzz ahead of its official launch.

Hades II is now available in early access on PC

Hades II now available in Early Access for $30, featuring new protagonist Melinoë and a plot revolving around a time-controlling rapscallion.

Hades 2 Early Access Might Be Coming Sooner Than You Think

Hades II may enter early access soon after the technical test ends, with exciting updates promised by Supergiant Games.
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Subnautica 2 has finally gets a release window at the Xbox Partner Showcase: it's coming to Game Pass in 2025

Subnautica 2 will launch in 2025 on Xbox and PC, with early access available via Game Pass on day one.
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Palworld Continues To Grow As It Shoots Past 25 Million Players

Palworld has surpassed 25 million players within a month of the early access launch.
Palworld is the biggest release of the year, with nearly 15 million copies sold on Steam and 10 million players on Xbox and Windows.

Warhammer 40K: Space Marine 2 early player numbers will surely please the Emperor

The growing trend of early access pricing in gaming is controversial but financially effective, exemplified by Warhammer 40: Space Marine 2.

Hades 2 Has Already Surpassed Hades' All-Time Peak Player Count on Steam

Hades 2 early access release on Steam and Epic Games Store exceeded player count expectations, showcasing significant growth from its predecessor.

Whatever Baldur's Gate 3 dev Larian ends up doing next, it will probably be in early access too

Larian is not making a sequel to Baldur's Gate 3 but will likely follow the early access route for their next game.
Larian's head of publishing, Michael Douse, emphasizes the importance of early access for creating social resonance and building a strong gameplay loop.

Palworld Continues To Grow As It Shoots Past 25 Million Players

Palworld has surpassed 25 million players within a month of the early access launch.
Palworld is the biggest release of the year, with nearly 15 million copies sold on Steam and 10 million players on Xbox and Windows.

Warhammer 40K: Space Marine 2 early player numbers will surely please the Emperor

The growing trend of early access pricing in gaming is controversial but financially effective, exemplified by Warhammer 40: Space Marine 2.

Hades 2 Has Already Surpassed Hades' All-Time Peak Player Count on Steam

Hades 2 early access release on Steam and Epic Games Store exceeded player count expectations, showcasing significant growth from its predecessor.

Whatever Baldur's Gate 3 dev Larian ends up doing next, it will probably be in early access too

Larian is not making a sequel to Baldur's Gate 3 but will likely follow the early access route for their next game.
Larian's head of publishing, Michael Douse, emphasizes the importance of early access for creating social resonance and building a strong gameplay loop.
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#fields-of-mistria

Fields of Mistria museum collectables list

The museum in Fields of Mistria rewards collectibles with furniture and currency but is currently incomplete in early access.

Fields of Mistria romance and best gifts list

Players can initiate relationships with 10 characters in Fields of Mistria, with full romance features planned for the future.

Fields of Mistria museum collectables list

The museum in Fields of Mistria rewards collectibles with furniture and currency but is currently incomplete in early access.

Fields of Mistria romance and best gifts list

Players can initiate relationships with 10 characters in Fields of Mistria, with full romance features planned for the future.
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#star-wars-outlaws

Have you been involved in a Star Wars Outlaws playthrough restart that wasn't your fault? You may be entitled to some Trailblazer bling and Ubisoft points

Some PS5 players of Star Wars Outlaws were forced to start new game saves due to a patch issue, leading to compensation offers from Ubisoft.

A big Star Wars Outlaws PS5 patch is trapping some players in space, and Ubisoft's advising those who may be affected to start over from scratch

PS5 players of Star Wars Outlaws are experiencing issues preventing gameplay progression, requiring new saves to resolve.

Have you been involved in a Star Wars Outlaws playthrough restart that wasn't your fault? You may be entitled to some Trailblazer bling and Ubisoft points

Some PS5 players of Star Wars Outlaws were forced to start new game saves due to a patch issue, leading to compensation offers from Ubisoft.

A big Star Wars Outlaws PS5 patch is trapping some players in space, and Ubisoft's advising those who may be affected to start over from scratch

PS5 players of Star Wars Outlaws are experiencing issues preventing gameplay progression, requiring new saves to resolve.
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7 Minutes of Towerborne Co-Op gameplay | gamescom 2024

Towerborne offers an exciting 2-player co-op experience with challenging boss combats and emphasizes teamwork.
The game's early access release is scheduled for September 10, 2024.
#video-game

It's 2024 And Someone Is Making A Mars Attacks! Video Game

A new video game called Mars Attracts lets players build a theme park on Mars while abducting humans, set in the Mars Attacks universe.

PSA: Suicide Squad Spoilers Are Floating Around Social Media

Early access players of Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League are sharing spoilers on social media.
The game had a rough early launch with a bug that disrupted the early access period.

It's 2024 And Someone Is Making A Mars Attacks! Video Game

A new video game called Mars Attracts lets players build a theme park on Mars while abducting humans, set in the Mars Attacks universe.

PSA: Suicide Squad Spoilers Are Floating Around Social Media

Early access players of Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League are sharing spoilers on social media.
The game had a rough early launch with a bug that disrupted the early access period.
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CoD: Black Ops 6 Zombies Might Have An Early-Access Launch

Black Ops 6 may feature early access for Zombies mode a week before official release on October 25.
#hades-ii

Hades II gets surprise early access release on PC

Hades II, the sequel to Hades, is now in early access with more content to come.

Hades 2 Technical Test Is Coming Soon, Here's How To Sign Up

Hades II Technical Test announced by Supergiant Games before Early Access launch.

Hades II gets surprise early access release on PC

Hades II, the sequel to Hades, is now in early access with more content to come.

Hades 2 Technical Test Is Coming Soon, Here's How To Sign Up

Hades II Technical Test announced by Supergiant Games before Early Access launch.
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Samsung's Good Lock app comes to the Play Store

Samsung's Good Lock app is now accessible through Google Play Store, with an 'Early Access' caution for primary phones.
#manor-lords

Manor Lords Is Coming To Xbox, But Not Confirmed Yet For PlayStation

Manor Lords, a successful medieval strategy game, may be coming to Xbox with potential discussions for a PS5 version, but no word on Nintendo Switch.

Manor Lords has entered Early Access and it's on sale

Manor Lords is now available through Early Access with a discount for a limited time.

Manor Lords Out Now With Limited-Time Discount

Hooded Horse offers a 25% discount on Manor Lords game, soundtrack, and artbook at launch.

Manor Lords Is Coming To Xbox, But Not Confirmed Yet For PlayStation

Manor Lords, a successful medieval strategy game, may be coming to Xbox with potential discussions for a PS5 version, but no word on Nintendo Switch.

Manor Lords has entered Early Access and it's on sale

Manor Lords is now available through Early Access with a discount for a limited time.

Manor Lords Out Now With Limited-Time Discount

Hooded Horse offers a 25% discount on Manor Lords game, soundtrack, and artbook at launch.
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Hades 2 is giving fans their first chance to get their hands on the game

Super fans will soon experience Hades 2 in early access, featuring a new protagonist, the Princess of the Underworld.

16 Secret VPN Tricks Every Gamer Should Know (#4 is Awesome)

VPNs can provide early access to new game releases by connecting to a server in a region where the game has launched.
VPNs allow gamers to access region-locked tournaments and exclusive in-game content by virtually changing their location.

Limited Presale: Register for SXSW 2025

Register early for SXSW 2025 at the lowest rate & get early hotel access.
Presale ends March 31, secure spot for SXSW 2025.

Greedfall 2 is getting an early access release, but you might want to wait for the full thing

Greedfall 2: The Dying World will launch in early access.
Players won't be able to keep their saves between updates.
#steam

Palworld Isn't The Only Survival Game Climbing Up The Steam Charts

Enshrouded, a new open-world survival game, has attracted over a million players since its early access release on Steam.
The game reached over 160,000 concurrent players and is currently the second-best-selling game on Steam.
The development team plans to add more features, expand the game world, and leave early access within a year.

Sons Of The Forest Leaves Early Access Later This Month

Sons of the Forest will leave early access and launch on February 22 on Steam.
The game features gameplay elements such as rescuing others, paragliding, and fighting infected monsters.

Palworld Isn't The Only Survival Game Climbing Up The Steam Charts

Enshrouded, a new open-world survival game, has attracted over a million players since its early access release on Steam.
The game reached over 160,000 concurrent players and is currently the second-best-selling game on Steam.
The development team plans to add more features, expand the game world, and leave early access within a year.

Sons Of The Forest Leaves Early Access Later This Month

Sons of the Forest will leave early access and launch on February 22 on Steam.
The game features gameplay elements such as rescuing others, paragliding, and fighting infected monsters.
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Homeworld 3 Has Been Delayed To May

Release date for Homeworld 3 has been pushed to May 13, with early access beginning on May 10
Player feedback from a dedicated group outside of the organization has influenced the development of Homeworld 3

Everything We Know About V Rising, The PC Hit Coming To PS5

V Rising, the breakout game from Stunlock Studios, will be coming to PlayStation 5 sometime this year.
The game has already sold one million copies in less than a week in Early Access on Steam.
#suicide-squad-kill-the-justice-league

Rocksteady's Suicide Squad game launches and is quickly taken down

Players who had early access to Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League discovered a bug that gave them full story completion upon logging in for the first time.
Rocksteady Studios quickly took the game offline for maintenance to resolve the bug.

Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League becomes unplayable for the 2nd time in just 24-hours

Rocksteady's game Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League has experienced multiple server issues and maintenance problems, leaving players unable to play despite early access.
Players who purchased the Deluxe Edition of the game have reported issues redeeming extra content and feeling frustrated with the problems that should have been addressed before launch.

Suicide Squad isn't even out properly yet, and WB Games has already had to pull it offline

Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League game has experienced server issues before most players have had a chance to play it.
Some players in New Zealand have already started playing the game due to an early access release date.
Warner Bros Games plans to release an offline mode for the game in 2024.

Rocksteady's Suicide Squad game launches and is quickly taken down

Players who had early access to Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League discovered a bug that gave them full story completion upon logging in for the first time.
Rocksteady Studios quickly took the game offline for maintenance to resolve the bug.

Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League becomes unplayable for the 2nd time in just 24-hours

Rocksteady's game Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League has experienced multiple server issues and maintenance problems, leaving players unable to play despite early access.
Players who purchased the Deluxe Edition of the game have reported issues redeeming extra content and feeling frustrated with the problems that should have been addressed before launch.

Suicide Squad isn't even out properly yet, and WB Games has already had to pull it offline

Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League game has experienced server issues before most players have had a chance to play it.
Some players in New Zealand have already started playing the game due to an early access release date.
Warner Bros Games plans to release an offline mode for the game in 2024.
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