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Bungie Will Reveal More Details About the Future of Destiny 2 Before the End of October
Bungie's head of product, Josh Deane, confirmed that more details regarding the unvaulting of content in Destiny 2 will be revealed before the end of October. He acknowledged player concerns about restoring vaulted campaigns like The Red War and Forsaken, emphasizing transparency and a commitment to rebuilding player trust.
Bungie to revive Destiny 2 and 'evolve' Marathon as it admits losing fans' trust
Bungie has admitted to losing player trust due to recent layoffs and struggles with its new game Marathon, alongside the decision to stop new updates for Destiny 2. The studio plans to revive old Destiny 2 content and evolve Marathon beyond its current genre. Bungie acknowledges the need to earn back player confidence through quality games and consistent player support.
Bungie decide their destiny is to do more Destiny after all, pledging to bring back vaulted Destiny 2 campaigns while declaring that Marathon "needs to evolve"
Bungie has reversed its decision to stop developing Destiny 2, pledging to bring back vaulted campaigns and destinations due to player feedback. The studio also announced that its upcoming shooter Marathon will "evolve" with a focus on a PvE update in December, as the company seeks to regain player trust after recent layoffs and strategic shifts.
Bungie says it's "not done with Destiny", aims to earn back player trust by restoring archived Destiny 2 content
Bungie has announced plans to restore archived Destiny 2 content, including campaigns, raids, and destinations, in an effort to regain player trust after layoffs and criticism. Studio heads Poria Torkan and Josh Deane acknowledged past missteps in focusing on vision over player enjoyment and stated that Destiny remains foundational to Bungie's future. The studio also provided an update on Marathon, confirming it was not intended to replace Destiny and will evolve into a deeper survival experience.
Destiny 2 Rises From The Dead Following Latest Bungie Comment
Bungie announced plans to restore vaulted content in Destiny 2, allowing players to re-experience crucial story moments that were previously removed to reduce file sizes. This move aims to restore player trust and fulfill the game's original promise. Bungie also confirmed that development on its extraction shooter Marathon will continue with new content for both PvE and PvP modes.
New Bungie leaders insist they are fixing the studio despite Destiny 2 layoffs, tell players to "keep us…
Bungie leadership has acknowledged recent layoffs and failures with Marathon, promising to fix the studio's operations and focus on player satisfaction for Destiny 2 and Marathon. Studio heads Poria Torkan and Josh Deane are asking players to hold them accountable for delivering on their renewed commitments.
Bungie un-cancels Destiny: Vaulted content is coming back as new leadership promises 'Destiny is foundational to…
Bungie has announced that previously vaulted content, including raids and story campaigns, will be returning to Destiny 2. This decision comes after significant player feedback and a period of layoffs at the studio. The company also confirmed that its upcoming extraction shooter, Marathon, will feature a permanent PvE mode.
Destiny Isn’t Dead After All, Bungie Admits It Lost Sight Of What Players Loved
Bungie has admitted to losing player trust by straying from what made its games beloved, particularly with Destiny 2. The studio plans to restore previously removed content like the Red War campaign and raids, and evolve Marathon beyond its extraction-shooter format. Bungie acknowledges past mistakes and commits to earning back player trust through its games.
Marvel Tokon Devs Confess Regaining Trust After Fumbled PC Launch Will Be 'Extremely Challenging'
Arc System Works has apologized for the troubled PC launch of Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls. The developer admitted that regaining player trust after the fumbled release will be an extremely challenging task.
Star Citizen Developer Stream Goes Horribly Off the Rails, Creating Further Distrust Among Players
A recent development stream for the game Star Citizen encountered significant issues, leading to a further erosion of player confidence. The problems during the stream have exacerbated existing distrust among the game's fanbase.
CD Projekt Red co-CEO admits it "indefinitely" "lost the faith" of some fans after Cyberpunk 2077
CD Projekt Red's co-CEO Michał Nowakowski admits the studio has not yet fully regained the trust of all fans following the troubled launch of Cyberpunk 2077. He expressed hope that future titles, including The Witcher 4, will help rebuild that faith, though the company's focus remains on making high-quality games rather than releasing them annually.
CD Projekt Red boss still aware people lost faith in company after rocky Cyberpunk 2077 launch
The head of CD Projekt Red acknowledges the company's ongoing efforts to regain player trust following the troubled launch of Cyberpunk 2077. While the game performs well on current-generation consoles like the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X, the older PlayStation 4 and Xbox One versions faced significant issues.
CDPR boss hopes The Witcher 4 wins back fans still put off by Cyberpunk 2077's disastrous launch: "I'm not 100 percent convinced we went through the full redemption arc"
CD Projekt Red's joint CEO Michał Nowakowski hopes The Witcher 4 can help regain fans lost due to Cyberpunk 2077's troubled launch, acknowledging that some trust may be permanently damaged. Despite Cyberpunk 2077's subsequent success and numerous updates, Nowakowski believes the studio has not yet achieved a full redemption arc and aims to win back players with future titles.
'They're building real momentum and player trust' — This former Xbox exec is a big fan of recent…
Former Xbox executive Laura Fryer praises Xbox CEO Asha Sharma's strategic decisions, including the rebranding to 'XBOX' and the implementation of the Player Voice system, as smart moves to rebuild player trust and investment. She emphasizes the importance of listening to fan feedback and allowing public input to foster loyalty and passion within both the player base and development teams.
Helldivers 2 Buffs Mechs Just as $10 DLC Mechs Go on Sale | HappyGamer
Arrowhead Game Studios recently doubled the durability of mechs in Helldivers 2, a long-requested buff, coinciding with the release of new $10 DLC mechs. This timing has sparked debate within the community, with some players celebrating the gameplay improvement and others questioning the developer's business tactics and player trust.
Identity V Fans Launch NetEase Boycott Over AI Integration
The Identity V community has launched a boycott against developer NetEase due to the undisclosed integration of AI elements into the game. Players are demanding transparency and expressing concerns about trust and the impact on gameplay. The movement is gaining traction across social media platforms globally, with calls for NetEase to address the issue directly.
Quoteworthy
The director of Overwatch stated that the late addressing of the 5v5 versus 6v6 debate "cost us trust" and that the development team should have listened to player feedback sooner. This discussion highlights the importance of player feedback in game design and maintaining community trust.