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Bungie will let Destiny 2 infinite damage bug ride for a week: 'Do your thing'
Bungie has acknowledged a significant "near infinite damage" bug in Destiny 2, introduced by the Monument of Triumph update, but has opted to leave it in place for approximately one week. While the developers plan a fix for next week, they are encouraging players to exploit the bug for fun, referring to it as "The Artifactening." The bug allows for unreasonable damage output by stacking seasonal Artifact perks, though it has been disabled in PvP modes to prevent unfair advantages.
Review: Gothic 1 Remake (PS5) - Cult Classic Returns, Warts and All
Gothic 1 Remake is a faithful but flawed reproduction of the 2001 RPG, developed by Alkimia Interactive and published by THQ Nordic. While it modernizes graphics and expands content, it suffers from bland gameplay, significant bugs, and poor performance on PlayStation 5, making it difficult to recommend in its current state.
A scary Forza Horizon 6 bug is wiping people's saves for modifying specific cars
A bug in Forza Horizon 6 is causing players' save data to be wiped, particularly when modifying specific cars. This issue affects race progress, custom tunes, and garages, with reports circulating on Reddit and other platforms. While Forza Support can restore inventories, race progress is lost. The developers at Playground Games have not yet announced a fix, but players are advised to back up their save data periodically.
Destiny 2 bug that destroys bosses in "a few well-placed shots" disabled by Bungie ahead of the MMO's last update: "We want to ensure your experiences aren't trivialized"
Bungie has disabled a powerful bug in Destiny 2 that allowed players to instantly defeat bosses by combining a Titan Aspect with a Hunter's Golden Gun. The developer stated they want to prevent game experiences from being trivialized, especially with the launch of the Monument of Triumph update. This fix comes as Destiny 2 approaches its final updates.
Buffs, Nerfs, and Bugs
Bethesda has promised a follow-up hotfix to address infestations in Fallout 76. The developer acknowledged the ongoing issues and is working on a solution to improve the player experience.
Valorant players claim they're being DDoS'd mid-game, as patch 12.10 descends into bug fiesta
Valorant players are reporting being subjected to DDoS attacks mid-game, causing severe lag and rubber-banding, particularly after the recent patch 12.10. This issue, alongside a significant number of other bugs affecting agents and maps, has led to player frustration. Riot Games has been contacted for clarification on the alleged exploit.
Destiny 2's final update has 71 pages of patch notes as Bungie says "our teams have worked tirelessly" to address bugs and are "still hunting down stragglers"
Bungie has released a massive 71-page, 17,000-word patch for Destiny 2, its final major update before the game is sunsetted. The studio states its teams have worked tirelessly to address high-priority bugs, though some minor issues may remain. The update, named Monument of Triumph, is set to launch on June 9.
Path of Exile 2 Return of the Ancients dooms devs to the hotfix mines as the action RPG's "buggiest" update yet sees the biggest Steam player peak since launch
Path of Exile 2's 'Return of the Ancients' update has led to a significant surge in player numbers, reaching a new peak of over 421,000 concurrent players on Steam. However, the update is also plagued by numerous bugs, leading Grinding Gear Games to acknowledge the issues and work on fixes for progression blockers, crashes, and other critical problems.
PvP MMORPG Profane re-engages – then halts – its playtest over persistent and ‘annoying’ bugs
The PvP MMORPG Profane, developed by Insane Studios, has halted its ongoing playtest due to persistent and "annoying" bugs that are negatively impacting the player experience. While the playtest was intended to identify and fix issues, the severity of the bugs led to an early conclusion. The developers have not yet provided a timeline for when testing will resume, but they aim to preserve world progress.
Yoshi and the Mysterious Book Bug Can Trap You in the Index
Nintendo is aware of a bug in Yoshi and the Mysterious Book that can trap players in the Index area, preventing game completion. A patch is planned to fix the issue and allow players to progress. The bug occurs if players do not engage with the Index section immediately after it becomes available.
Nintendo discovers Yoshi and the Mysterious Book game-breaking bug with a fix on way
Nintendo has acknowledged a game-breaking bug in Yoshi and the Mysterious Book, discovered through user reports. The company is preparing an update to fix the issue, which prevents players from exiting the Index page under specific conditions after clearing four chapters. Nintendo has apologized for the inconvenience and requested player patience.
Nintendo Investigating Reports Of Game-Breaking Bug In Yoshi's New Switch 2 Outing, Update On The Way
Nintendo is investigating reports of a game-breaking bug in Yoshi and the Mysterious Book for the Nintendo Switch. The company has acknowledged the issue, which occurs under specific conditions related to the game's index feature, and is preparing an update to resolve it. An apology has been issued for any inconvenience caused.
Nintendo Investigating Reports Of Game-Breaking Bug In Yoshi's New Switch 2 Outing
Nintendo is investigating a game-breaking bug reported in Yoshi and the Mysterious Book for the Switch 2. The issue prevents players from progressing under specific conditions, such as starting an investigation before receiving an explanation about the 'index' page. A patch, version 1.0.1, has since been released to address this problem.
The Daily Grind: Which MMORPG has the worst bug enemies?
This article discusses which MMORPG features the most unsettling "bug" enemies, distinguishing between in-game creatures and technical glitches. The author shares a personal aversion to the spider enemies in Final Fantasy XI as an example of a particularly disturbing in-game bug creature.
Aery - Calm Horizon Review | TheXboxHub
Aery - Calm Horizon is a new entry in the Aery series that offers a relaxed, pressureless experience focused on collecting feathers. While the core flying mechanics are solid, the game suffers from a lack of innovation, reused levels, and numerous bugs, making it a disappointing addition for series veterans and a skippable title for newcomers.
Forza Horizon 6 Team Looking Into Drivatar AI Balance, AMD GPU Frame Rate Issues, and More
Playground Games is addressing player feedback for Forza Horizon 6, investigating Drivatar AI balance issues and performance problems affecting AMD GPUs on PC. The team has already released a hotfix for Invalid Loading errors and is working on a solution for audio crackling. Post-launch content includes the "Welcome to Japan" Festival Playlist and the upcoming Italian Passion Car Pack.
Morning Audio Files
Audible users are experiencing significant cellular data consumption due to a bug that bypasses WiFi-only download settings. This issue primarily affects Android users, leading to unexpected data charges.
The Daily Grind: What bugs are acceptable in an MMO launch?
This opinion piece discusses what level of bugs are considered acceptable during the launch of a Massively Multiplayer Online Role-Playing Game (MMORPG). It contrasts common launch issues like login problems and chat overload with more severe bugs such as disappearing characters or desync, questioning how such critical flaws could be missed during beta testing.
Diablo 4 Players Are Becoming Immortal Thanks To One Small Bug Fix
A recent patch for Diablo 4 inadvertently enabled players to achieve near-immortality by stacking the 'Resolve' mechanic through the Paladin's Aspect of Glynn's Anvil. This interaction, which grants massive damage reduction, allows players to tackle the highest difficulty tiers of The Pit and Torment 12 without fear of dying. It is currently unclear if Blizzard Entertainment will address this powerful bug in a timely manner.
We Loved Oblivion Remastered, But One Year Later, It Still Has Big Problems
One year after its release, The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered, despite initial praise for its overhauled visuals and gameplay fixes, continues to suffer from significant bugs and performance issues. Post-launch support from Virtuos was minimal, with only two updates addressing crashes before the studio seemingly abandoned the game, leaving players dissatisfied and questioning Microsoft and Bethesda's commitment to supporting their remasters.
