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Capcom had "no idea" how Pragmata would be received, Hugh actor says, but now the star of the 'Space dad' banger is getting touching messages from people considering their own relationship with family
David Menkin, the voice actor for Hugh Williams in Capcom's Pragmata, shared that the development team was unsure how the game would be received but is now getting positive messages from players. The game, which launched in April and has sold two million copies, has resonated with players on a personal level, prompting discussions about family relationships. Capcom is considering developing Pragmata into a series.
Engagement Ring
The game Lover's Enigma has achieved a 'Very Positive' player reception. This milestone indicates strong satisfaction among the player base.
Data analyst finds 'AI stigma' on Steam can reduce the number of reviews a game gets by around 53%—and…
A data analysis by Ross Burton for Game Oracle suggests that games disclosing the use of artificial intelligence face an 'AI stigma' on Steam, leading to approximately a 53% reduction in reviews compared to games that do not disclose AI use. This penalty is more pronounced for high-potential games and developers with established track records, indicating that player perception significantly impacts reception despite the tool's utility in game development.
Diablo 4's Secret Cow Level Has Finally Been Discovered, But Some Players Are Disappointed
Players have discovered the secret 'cow level' in Diablo 4, a long-rumored piece of content. However, the discovery has been met with some disappointment from the player base who found the level to be underwhelming.
'It was controversial internally too' — Former Naughty Dog dev says the studio was 'split' on The Last of Us Part 2's most divisive death
A former Naughty Dog artist, Heather Cerlan, revealed that the controversial death of Joel Miller in The Last of Us Part 2 was also a point of contention within the studio. Cerlan stated that the development team was internally divided on the decision, mirroring the strong reactions from fans upon the game's release in 2020. The article also touches on the online abuse faced by voice actress Laura Bailey following the game's launch.
Pragmata Debuts to “Overwhelmingly Positive” Steam Rating and Nearly 57,000 Peak Players
Capcom's new title, Pragmata, has launched to an "Overwhelmingly Positive" rating on Steam, with nearly 57,000 peak concurrent players. While not reaching the numbers of Capcom's biggest franchises, this is a strong debut for a new intellectual property. The game is available on PC, Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch 2.
Hur gillar du Crimson Desert? Sätt betyg!
Crimson Desert has been one of the most hyped games of the year and is selling well, though it did not fully meet expectations with an average score of around 80 on Opencritic and 82% positive reviews on Steam. This article asks players to rate the game and share their opinions on its strengths and weaknesses.
Crimson Desert Has Passed 4 Million Copies Sold
Crimson Desert has surpassed 4 million copies sold, marking a significant success for developer and publisher Pearl Abyss. Despite a rocky launch and initial stock price drop, the game has recovered with a "Very Positive" rating on Steam and nearly 200,000 daily concurrent players, leading to a rise in Pearl Abyss's stock.
Borderlands 4's Mad Ellie expansion plummets into the red as players reject $30 price tag
The first story expansion for Borderlands 4, titled Mad Ellie and the Vault of the Damned, has been met with player backlash due to its $30 price tag. The expansion also introduces a new Vault Hunter named C4SH.