Quality of Life
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Embers Adrift irons out player trading wrinkles and adds improvements to options in latest patch
Embers Adrift has released a new patch focusing on quality-of-life improvements and bug fixes. The update overhauls the options menu with better UI elements and resolution memory, and addresses player-to-player trading bugs. It also adds a torch cosmetic slot and general fixes.
After 14 years of development, Factorio's final major update is out now
Wube Software has released update 2.1, marking the final major update for its 14-year-old factory building simulation game, Factorio. This update focuses on quality-of-life improvements, polish, and enhancements to the space logistics introduced in the Space Age expansion, rather than new content.
New World applies a list of ‘player facing changes’ after compiling fans’ wishlisted updates
Amazon Games is implementing a series of player-requested changes to the MMORPG New World, with a patch scheduled for October 14th. These updates include removing gold costs for faction shop items, increasing sterling rewards, removing mercenary limits from wars, disabling daggers, reducing carry weight for certain materials, and faster corrupted portal respawns. Game director Katy Kaszynski thanked players for their input, noting that the majority of changes were pulled from a player wishlist.
Shogun 2 deserved better
This article analyzes the recent remaster of Total War: Shogun 2, arguing that while the base game remains excellent, the remaster itself falls short of expectations. Despite improvements like updated visuals and controls, the author criticizes the lack of unique bonuses for new factions, an unaddressed trade system limitation for island factions, and the omission of useful quality-of-life features that could have significantly enhanced the experience.
Arc Raiders 2.0 is here, and you can finally turn those lights on your backpack off
Embark Studios has released the 'Frozen Trails' update for their extraction shooter Arc Raiders, introducing significant overhauls and quality-of-life improvements. Key changes include a backpack emissive toggle, the ability to open the map while downed, new contextual animations, and an increased max stash size. The update arrives as the game sees a surge in player count, likely boosted by a current free weekend.
Control Resonant's New Game++ update also squashes some of my least favourite bugs, including the one where magic doors change my trousers
Remedy Entertainment has released a significant update for Control Resonant, introducing a New Game Plus mode and numerous bug fixes. The patch addresses issues like the fast-travel glitch that reset player outfits and includes performance optimizations for lower-end hardware like the Steam Deck. Quality of life improvements, such as displaying build power ratings on the main screen, also aim to demystify the game's upgrade systems.
Bedah Patch Baru Genshin Impact & Honkai: Star Rail: Karakter Bintang 5 Baru, Ekspansi Wilayah, & Fitur QoL 2026
HoYoverse has released a major update for Genshin Impact and Honkai: Star Rail, introducing new 5-star characters, expanded exploration areas, and significant Quality of Life improvements. The update, slated for 2026, also includes adjustments to game mechanics and endgame content, aiming to enhance player experience and streamline resource management.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Is Finally Making Double XP Tokens Only Active During Matches
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 is implementing a significant quality of life change, making Double XP tokens active only during matches. This change addresses a long-standing fan request.
The best Valheim mods for no-nonsense crafting, portable building plans, and more RNG sightseeing
This guide highlights some of the best mods available for Valheim following its 1.0 launch, focusing on improvements for crafting, building, and visual enhancements. It also provides recommendations for mod managers like Gale Mod Manager and R2ModMan, and details essential required mods such as BepInEx and Jotunn.
The best Elden Ring mod is coming to the worst Dark Souls game tomorrow, and the new seamless co-op also has prox chat…
A highly anticipated seamless co-op mod for Dark Souls 2, developed by modder Yui, is set to release on September 22nd. The mod will also feature proximity chat and various quality-of-life improvements, aiming to enhance the game's playability and challenge.
Crimson Desert’s Latest Patches Show the Base Game Is Far From Forgotten
Recent patches for Crimson Desert, including updates 2.01.00 to 2.03.00, have addressed numerous long-standing issues and refined existing mechanics. Key improvements include stackable Silver Pouches for new journeys, enhanced Photo Mode with camera tilting and precise movement, better Water Striding functionality, increased Silver donation for camp funds, smoother NPC interactions, and improved combat behavior. Additionally, PC players benefit from an updated DLSS Ray Reconstruction for better ray-traced visuals.
Monster Hunter Wilds confirms QOL for the base game and two returning monsters for Ascendance
Capcom has revealed several quality-of-life updates for Monster Hunter Wilds and its Ascendance expansion, including faster weapon switching and a more detailed monster field guide. The Ascendance expansion will also feature the return of monsters Teostra and Khezu. Additionally, character edit vouchers will be removed in Ascendance, with players receiving free vouchers and decorative pendants as compensation.
[Official Release] Project Slayers 2 Codes – All Active Gift Codes!
This guide provides a comprehensive list of active gift codes for the newly released game, Project Slayers 2. It details how to redeem these codes within the Roblox platform, emphasizing the need to join the Ouw Productions group. The article also touches upon the game's features, such as Spins for rerolling Clans, and compares Project Slayers 2 to its predecessor, highlighting improvements in quality of life and immersion.
Minecraft Dungeons 2 only makes minor changes to its ARPG formula, but they're welcome ones nonetheless
Minecraft Dungeons 2 introduces an open-world map and increased build customization options, offering more freedom and replayability than its predecessor. While core gameplay remains similar, quality-of-life improvements like flexible enchantment application and expanded combat slots make the sequel more rewarding. The game aims for accessibility for all ages and skill levels, though on-screen chaos during combat can be a minor issue.
The Outlast Trials Season 7.1 Is Now Live With the Chemical Leak Limited-Time Event
The Outlast Trials has launched its Season 7.1 update, introducing the limited-time 'Chemical Leak' event where players must shut off toxic gas valves. This update also brings new MK-Challenges, a limited-time catalog, and various balancing and quality-of-life improvements to Invasion and Escalation modes.
Zelda: Ocarina Of Time Remake Borrows At Least One Mechanic From Breath Of The Wild
The upcoming remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time for Nintendo Switch will incorporate UI and aiming mechanics similar to those found in The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom. Producer Eiji Aonuma demonstrated the returning Fairy Slingshot, showcasing a weapon-switching menu and aiming reticle that mirror modern Zelda titles, while also retaining Z-targeting. The remake is set to launch on November 5.
The next Hearts of Iron 4 expansion is delayed, as Paradox tries to reduce "mental overhead"
Paradox Interactive has delayed the next major expansion for Hearts of Iron 4, citing a need to reduce "mental overhead" and ensure higher quality. While a smaller Romania-focused DLC and a quality-of-life update are still planned, the developer is taking extra time for future content following a negative reception to recent DLCs. The studio also addressed ongoing issues with hacking and griefing in the multiplayer community.
Capcom removes Denuvo from Dragon's Dogma 2 ahead of its new expansion
Capcom has removed Denuvo DRM from Dragon's Dogma 2 ahead of its Dark Arisen expansion, a move welcomed by players concerned about performance impacts. The game also received a significant patch introducing UI improvements, vocation changes, enemy adjustments, and bug fixes.
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced now lets you save the stranded dog, as Ubisoft fixes the greatest crime in the…
Ubisoft has released an update for Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag Resynced that allows players to rescue a stranded dog. Previously, players could only pet the dog on a remote island, but now it can be transported to the player's hideout in Grand Inagua, accompanied by a letter explaining its journey. This addition is seen as a positive quality-of-life improvement.
Phasmophobia's second Quality of Life update adds Restricted maps, VR fixes, and much creepier deaths
Kinetic Games has released Phasmophobia's second Quality of Life update, introducing new Restricted maps for Prison, Brownstone High School, and Point Hope, alongside streamlined evidence collection and VR improvements. The update also features more gruesome death animations and fixes for VR players. The 1.0 launch has been delayed to 2027.
