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Starfield PS5 Refunds Being Issued to Some Users Due to Crashes
Some PlayStation 5 users are reporting frequent crashes with the retail version of Starfield, leading to requests for refunds from the PlayStation Store. While some players have successfully obtained refunds, others are still awaiting a decision from Sony. The crashing issues have been confirmed on both the standard PlayStation 5 and the PS5 Pro, though the cause remains unknown.
Starfield on PS5 is ‘unplayable’ complain gamers plagued by bugs and crashes
Players are reporting that the PlayStation 5 version of Starfield is 'unplayable' due to frequent bugs and crashes, with some experiencing freezes every few minutes. Despite the issues, the game maintains a relatively high score on the PlayStation Store. This follows Bethesda's pattern of not sending out review copies for the game's launch.
Steam Update Fixes Achievement Black Hole and Brings Proper Display Modes
A recent Steam update addresses a critical bug that caused achievements to disappear and introduces long-awaited display options. The patch includes Windowed, Borderless, and Exclusive Fullscreen modes, along with UI scaling from 80% to 200%, significantly improving usability on high-resolution monitors. The update also retroactively applies earned achievements and adds a quit confirmation dialog.
Open-world crime game Samson beats up a bunch of bugs in a new patch, as developer admits it 'released a game with…
Liquid Swords has released a patch for its open-world crime game Samson to address numerous bugs and performance issues. The developer, led by Christofer Sundberg, has also issued a roadmap for future updates, with another patch planned for this week and a further update on April 22. Despite a mixed reception on Steam due to technical problems, the studio is committed to supporting Samson long-term.
Buffs, Nerfs, and Bugs
Former Overwatch director Jeff Kaplan clarified that Tracer's character model was never intentionally 'nerfed' in terms of her posterior. The article also touches on the game's ongoing balance issues and bugs.
Arc Raiders stamps out another duplication exploit in Embark's latest hotfix that also fixes some annoying PS5…
Embark Studios has released a hotfix for Arc Raiders addressing a duplication exploit and issues with players rejoining rounds. The patch also resolves crashing problems specifically on the PlayStation 5. The studio continues to monitor for further issues and encourages player feedback.
Former Bethesda artist says 'every single developer' has already brought up 95% of the complaints that made it to launch, but as Todd Howard told him, 'we can't do everything'
A former Bethesda artist revealed that developers are aware of most player complaints before game launches, with Todd Howard acknowledging limitations in addressing all issues. While games like Fallout 76 have seen significant improvements post-launch, the artist expressed skepticism about a similar revival for Starfield, especially given Howard's comments on its future development.
Fear Not, Pokémon Champions' Naff Switch 2 TV Resolution Is Fixable
Players of Pokémon Champions on Nintendo Switch 2 have discovered a workaround for the game's poor docked resolution, which defaults to 1080p instead of the expected 4K. By undocking and re-docking the console, the game's resolution can be temporarily boosted to native 3840x2160p. While the developers are working on bug fixes, this specific resolution issue has not yet been officially addressed.
Fragzone-fredag – din actionhjälte spelvardagen!
This article discusses a quiz focused on video game characters like Duke Nukem, Max Payne, and Doom Guy. It also touches upon Josef Fares' games, the issue of buggy game releases, and potential updates for Forza Horizon 6, alongside sales figures.
Sylph Gets Lightning-Fast Hotfix for Tutorial Bug
Softmaxfoundries has released a hotfix for their game Sylph to address a tutorial bug. The developer's quick response to the issue, which affected new players, highlights their commitment to player experience, especially within the indie game development scene. This rapid patching contrasts with slower responses often seen from larger studios and builds player trust.
My first campaign in Europa Universalis 5 may have ruined the entire series for me
Despite its potential for deep historical simulation, Europa Universalis 5 suffers from a lack of faction differentiation and numerous bugs, making it feel repetitive compared to its predecessor, Europa Universalis 4. The author found their first 93-hour campaign as Castile engaging but ultimately unsatisfying, leading to a decision not to play again due to the absence of unique national ideas and mission trees.
En första Samson-patch på fredag – svåra buggar "oacceptabla" säger skaparen
The Swedish action game Samson, developed by Liquid Swords, is releasing its first patch on Friday to address critical bugs and performance issues that plagued its launch. Creative director Christofer Sundberg acknowledged the problems as "unacceptable" and promised ongoing improvements and content additions. The game, which features a mix of driving and combat, is available on Steam and Epic Games Store.
Samson dev states the game’s launch problems are “unacceptable”, and they are hard at work to fix them with a patch on Friday
Liquid Swords founder and creative director Christofer Sundberg acknowledged that the launch problems and bugs in Samson are unacceptable. A significant patch is scheduled for Friday, addressing performance, crashes, mission progression, and gameplay issues, and will also add support for up to eight save files.
Pokemon Champions visual glitch discovered
Players have discovered a visual glitch in Pokemon Champions that causes the game to run at a lower resolution when launched in docked mode on the Nintendo Switch. A workaround involves redocking the console or launching the game in handheld mode first. This issue is among several bugs and missing elements reported by players since the game's launch.
Pokémon Champions Bug-Squashing Update Is In The Works, Here's What's Being Targeted
The Pokémon Company is working on an update to address numerous bugs and glitches present in the recently released Pokémon Champions. Issues targeted include incorrect move descriptions, animation glitches, and problems with turn order during Mega Evolutions. While a release date for the patch has not been specified, the developers have confirmed that an error with Pokémon HOME transfers has already been fixed.
Pokémon Champions Developer 'Sincerely Apologizes' For Launch Issues, Details List of Bugs to be Fixed
The developer of Pokémon Champions has issued a sincere apology for the game's numerous technical issues experienced at launch. A detailed list of bugs that are planned for future fixes has also been released by the company.
Pokémon Champions Launch Woes Continue as Switch 2 Players Discover They Must Manually Dock and Undock Consoles for Best Graphics
Pokémon Champions has launched with a bug affecting the Nintendo Switch 2, preventing higher 4K visuals when the console is docked. Players must manually undock and then re-dock their console to enable the best graphics settings.
Samson's Launch Woes Deemed "Unacceptable," Incoming Patch Aims To Beat Down Bugs
Liquid Swords is preparing to release a patch for its debut title, Samson: A Tyndalston Story, to address significant bugs and performance issues that have plagued the game's launch. Studio founder Christofer Sundberg acknowledged the problems as "unacceptable" and stated the upcoming update will focus on fixing game-breaking bugs, crashes, and performance problems, while also adding more save file slots.
Pokemon Champions reportedly has a "massive bug" that's trapping 'mons from Pokemon Home "in…
Pokemon Champions is reportedly suffering from a significant bug that traps Pokemon transferred from Pokemon Home in a state of limbo. Players are encountering error codes when attempting to move Pokemon between the two applications, with some reporting that standard troubleshooting steps and Nintendo support advice have not resolved the issue. The Pokemon Company has been contacted for clarification.
Sval start för Samson
The new action game Samson from Swedish developer Liquid Swords has received mixed reviews, with an average score of 60 on Opencritic. While praised for its focused gameplay and atmosphere, criticism points to repetitive mechanics, bugs, and poor performance. Samson is currently available exclusively on PC for 25 euros on Steam and 209 SEK on Epic.