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VG247
1 month ago
Video games

Dragon's Dogma 2 is Gen-Z Morrowind and I love it

Dragon's Dogma 2 is a solid contender for Game of the Year. [ more ]
GameSpot
1 month ago
Video games

There's Already A Dragon's Dogma 2 Mod That Circumvents Item Microtransactions

Controversy over Dragon's Dogma 2 microtransactions
Popular mods provide in-game items more readily and cheaply [ more ]
Polygon
1 month ago
Video games

Dragon's Dogma 2's surprise microtransactions are making people angry, but should they?

Players criticize Dragon's Dogma 2 for surprise microtransactions, affecting gameplay experience.
Capcom often faces backlash for adding microtransactions to single-player games, like Dragon's Dogma 2. [ more ]
Game Informer
1 month ago
Video games

Capcom Addresses Dragon's Dogma 2 PC Performance And Microtransaction Backlash

Dragon's Dogma 2 is highly anticipated and well-received by critics, but Steam players are unhappy with launch performance and microtransactions. [ more ]
GameSpot
1 month ago
Video games

Dragon's Dogma 2 Microtransactions, Including Optional $2 Appearance Change, Aren't Going Over Well

Players criticize Dragon's Dogma 2's technical issues and microtransactions, leading to mixed reviews on Steam.
The game offers 21 microtransactions, including items like character appearance changes and resurrection tokens, some of which were part of deluxe edition DLC. [ more ]
Kotaku
1 month ago
Video games

Players Aren't Happy With Dragon's Dogma 2's Microtransactions

Fans are unhappy with microtransactions in Dragon's Dogma 2
Capcom responded to criticism about DLC and microtransactions [ more ]
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WGB
1 month ago
Video games

Dragon's Dogma 2 launch isn't going well due to microtransactions and performance woes

Dragon's Dogma 2 received mixed reception on Steam due to performance issues and unexpected microtransactions.
Players criticized the high CPU load due to NPCs and the introduction of microtransactions, especially the Art of Metamorphosis for character appearance modifications. [ more ]
VG247
1 month ago
Video games

Dragon's Dogma 2 is being review bombed on Steam over microtransactions, but the situation has been blown out of proportion

Performance issues and excessive DLC are negatively impacting Dragon's Dogma 2 on Steam. [ more ]
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Inverse
1 week ago
Video games

15 Years Ago, the Perfect Tower Defense Game Changed Gaming Forever

Plants vs. Zombies revolutionized mobile strategy games with its accessible gameplay and lack of microtransactions. [ more ]
Inverse
1 day ago
Video games

As Live Service Games Fail, One MMORPG's Singleplayer Relaunch Could Save It

Wayfinder, a previously failed live-service RPG, is relaunching without microtransactions, transitioning to a single-player adventure game with co-op. [ more ]
Kotaku
1 month ago
Video games

Overwatch 2 Will Let You Buy Old Mythic Skins-For A Lot Of Money

Players in Overwatch 2's tenth season can now earn Mythic Skins through a new shop, but catching up on missed skins is costly and requires real money. [ more ]
Kotaku
1 month ago
Video games

Here's What The Original Doom Would Look Like Riddled With Microtransactions

Developers created a modified version of Doom with microtransactions, requiring players to pay a small fee to continue playing after picking up in-game items. [ more ]
Kotaku
1 month ago
Video games

You Must Spend $80 To Unlock The King Kong Glove In Call Of Duty

Players upset over $80 cosmetic item inspired by Godzilla X Kong movie in Call of Duty Warzone.
The B.E.A.S.T Glove melee weapon requires buying four $20 DLC packs, not earnable by gameplay achievements. [ more ]
Kotaku
1 month ago
Video games

Tekken 8 Players Drag Steam Rating Down After Battle Pass Woes

Honeymoon phase for Tekken 8 players ending due to negative reception of battle pass.
Frustrations rising among players as they feel Tekken 8's battle pass is predatory with the best rewards in the paid track. [ more ]
Kotaku
1 month ago
Video games

Even Tekken 8 Has A Battle Pass Now, And Players Aren't Happy

Tekken 8 introduces a new battle pass system with daily and weekly missions for unlocking in-game items.
Players are unhappy with the introduction of a battle pass system in a paid game like Tekken 8. [ more ]
VG247
1 month ago
Video games

As Dragon's Dogma 2 catches heat for its microtransactions, CD Projekt says there's no place for them in its single-player games

CD Projekt rules out microtransactions in single-player games like The Witcher and Cyberpunk.
Player frustration rises over microtransactions in games like Dragon's Dogma 2. [ more ]
Kotaku
3 months ago
Video games

Diablo 4's New Fast-Travel Portal Colors Cost $30

Blizzard is charging $30 for a bundle that adds five new color options for in-game portals in Diablo 4.
Many players feel that this is too expensive for a minor cosmetic change and that class-locking the content is unnecessary. [ more ]
Polygon
3 months ago
Video games

Helldivers 2's microtransactions won't stop you from having a good time

Helldivers 2 utilizes microtransactions, but they do not significantly impact gameplay.
All currencies in the game can be obtained through gameplay, except for one that can be purchased with real-world money. [ more ]
Kotaku
3 months ago
Video games

New Game Announces Release Date And Also Shutdown Date In Same Tweet

Bushiroad International announced the global release date for Love Live! School Idol Festival 2 Miracle Live via Twitter.
The game will be shutting down permanently in May, just a few months after its release. [ more ]
Game Informer
1 month ago
Video games

Dragon's Dogma 2 Is Better Without Fast Travel

Fast travel is heavily deemphasized in Dragon's Dogma 2, enhancing the gameplay experience.
The limited fast travel options in the game, such as oxcarts and ferrystones, add challenges and immersion. [ more ]
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