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Marathon future patches will offer a "merciful option" to players, and will nerf its strongest gadget at long last
Bungie is implementing significant balance changes to its extraction shooter Marathon in upcoming patches. These updates will address overpowered elements like bubble shields, the knife, thermal scopes, and snipers, while also buffing the Vandal and Recon classes. Additionally, new items will be introduced to provide more options for solo players and a "merciful option" for inter-crew interactions.
ARC Raiders Production Director Asserts That “Players Shouldn’t Feel Safe”
Embark Studios production director Caio Braga stated that players of ARC Raiders should not feel completely safe, even in cooperative "Care Bear" lobbies. The game's design intentionally encourages unpredictability and potential betrayal to maintain a constant sense of threat. This approach is informed by player feedback, which shows a dynamic between cooperative and competitive playstyles.
Evening Patches
Official patches have been released for ARC Raiders and Biped 2. ARC Raiders received Hotfix 1.22.1, while Biped 2 has been updated to version 2.0.
ARC Raiders bosses double down on using AI in game dev: ‘More time innovating; less time writing code’
Embark Studios and its parent company Nexon are doubling down on the use of AI in game development, emphasizing efficiency and cost reduction. Executives Patrick Söderlund and Junghun Lee believe AI tools free developers to focus more on innovation and less on coding, though they maintain that creative content remains the work of human developers. This approach has been applied to games like ARC Raiders and The Finals, reportedly built with fewer people and at a lower cost.
Arc Raiders boss promoted to Nexon chief backs AI push for "redesigning game development" after building a hit…
Nexon executive chairman Patrick Söderlund, who also leads Embark Studios, believes AI will fundamentally redesign game development. He emphasizes that understanding the context and applying AI strategically, rather than just investing in tools, will determine success. Nexon aims to leverage its extensive experience with live service games like MapleStory to implement AI effectively through its 'Mono Lake' initiative, which is intended to increase efficiency and free up developers for more creative tasks.
"Players shouldn't feel fully safe" in Arc Raiders even in friendly lobbies, production director says, and after Flashpoint I definitely do not feel safe
Embark Studios production director Caio Braga discussed the recent Flashpoint update for Arc Raiders, emphasizing that players should not feel safe even in friendly lobbies. The update aims to reintroduce a challenging difficulty and address player feedback from both aggressive and cautious playstyles. Braga highlighted the studio's focus on understanding community problems without necessarily implementing their proposed solutions, aiming for a balanced PvPvE experience.
How to get the Canto blueprint in Arc Raiders
This guide explains how to obtain the rare-quality Canto SMG blueprint in Arc Raiders by looting First Wave Raider Caches during the Hurricane map condition. It details the requirements for crafting the Canto, which is described as a cheaper, slightly weaker version of the Bobcat SMG.
Phasmophobia Haunts Gamers While Mario Gets a Major Upd... | TAG
Recent gaming news includes Mario Kart World receiving a patch that nerfs the Lightning Bolt item, a rumored Final Fantasy 9 remake being put on hold, and Amazon offering deals before its Big Spring Sale ends. Additionally, ASUS released the ROG Crosshair X870E Glacial motherboard, Disney is reportedly considering acquiring Epic Games, and a KPop Demon Hunters x McDonald's collaboration is being highlighted. Guides are also available for Crimson Desert's Secret Garden Abyss puzzle and Arc Raiders' Outstanding Balance quest.
Yes, Marathon is hard – but that is liberating
Marathon's challenging difficulty, a departure from games like Arc Raiders, is described as liberating by the author, freeing players from inventory hoarding and obsessive load-out optimization. The game's design encourages immediate engagement with found gear rather than saving it, with seasonal resets further reinforcing a use-it-or-lose-it mentality. This approach, combined with accessible in-game looting, allows for on-the-fly strategy building.
'More time innovating; less time writing code:' Arc Raiders publisher Nexon believes AI will liberate its workforce
Nexon is implementing an AI-driven initiative called 'Mono Lake' across its development and live service operations to enhance decision-making and free up developers for more creative tasks. CEO Junghun Lee stated the platform leverages decades of game data to provide context, while Executive Chairman Patrick Söderlund aims to foster smarter workflows and fewer, more impactful bets.
How to get Arc Flex Rubber in Arc Raiders
This guide details how to acquire Arc Flex Rubber in Arc Raiders, a crucial material for the High-Gain Antenna project introduced in the Flashpoint update. Players can obtain this resource by looting specific Arc machines, which are often dropped by high-tier enemies, or by utilizing the Close Scrutiny map condition that enhances loot quality and quantity within Assessors.
"Coin pusher roguelike" Raccoin sells over 100K units on Steam in 24 hours
The coin pusher roguelike Raccoin has achieved over 100,000 unit sales on Steam within its first 24 hours of release. Developed by Doraccoon and published by Playstack, the game combines arcade coin pusher mechanics with roguelike and deckbuilding elements. Separately, Embark Studios released the Flashpoint update for Arc Raiders, which aims to improve the looting experience by prioritizing players with custom loadouts for fresh servers.
Arc Raiders' Flashpoint update addresses a major player complaint, throwing geared players into less games in-progress
Embark Studios' latest update for Arc Raiders, titled Flashpoint, introduces changes to how geared players are matched into games. Players who equip valuable loadouts are now more likely to join fresh servers, addressing complaints about joining in-progress matches where loot has already been scavenged. This update also includes new enemies, weapons, and in-game events, alongside increased loot value in locked rooms.
How to get the Assessor Matrix in ARC Raiders
This guide explains how to obtain the Assessor Matrix within the game ARC Raiders. The process is described as both simple and challenging.
Arc Raiders Boss Comments On Controversial Use Of AI In Gaming
Patrick Soderlund, executive chairman of Nexon and co-founder of Embark Studios, discussed the company's controversial use of AI in game development, particularly for Arc Raiders. He stated that while AI tools are widely available, understanding how to implement them effectively is key to success, leading to significantly reduced development costs for games like Arc Raiders and The Finals. Embark has faced criticism for its AI-generated voice lines, leading to some re-recordings by human actors.
If you're sick of spawning in midway through an Arc Raiders game, Flashpoint's made it easier to get into fresh lobbies
The Flashpoint update for Arc Raiders introduces a change to the lobby system, making it easier for players to join fresh games. This update aims to improve the player experience by reducing the time spent joining existing matches.
How to get Assessor Matrix in Arc Raiders
The Assessor Matrix is a new material in Arc Raiders' Flashpoint update, required for the High-Gain Antenna project. Players can obtain Assessor Matrixes by breaching and looting Assessor drop pods during the Close Scrutiny map condition. These events feature three-legged platforms that fall from the sky, guarded by Arcs and often contested by other players.
How to complete Clamoring for Attention in ARC Raiders
This guide provides instructions on how to complete the 'Clamoring for Attention' quest in the game ARC Raiders. The quest is described as amusing and requires specific actions from the player.
How to complete Fragmented Logs in Arc Raiders
This guide provides a step-by-step walkthrough for completing the Fragmented Logs quest in Arc Raiders, a challenging task that involves navigating dangerous areas on Stella Montis. It details how to find and repair terminals in Robotic Sandbox, enable power in conduit backrooms, and boot the mainframe data terminal in Cultural Archives, noting that the quest does not require completion in a single run.
How to get the Canto in Arc Raiders
This guide explains how to obtain the Canto SMG in Arc Raiders, a new weapon introduced in the Flashpoint update. The Canto cannot be found directly but must be crafted by first locating its blueprint, upgrading the Gunsmith workbench, and gathering specific crafting components like Advanced Mechanical Components, Magnets, and Medium Gun Parts.
