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Total War Shogun 2's Complete Edition quickly pulled from sale following severe blowback
Creative Assembly has pulled the Total War Shogun 2 Complete Edition from sale due to severe player backlash and overwhelmingly negative Steam reviews. The remaster, released on October 13, is criticized for its price, bugs, poor optimization, and perceived AI-generated unit card designs. The developer plans to investigate community concerns and will reinstate the original version of the game while working on improvements.
Marvel Tokon Stumbles to Mixed Steam Reviews as 'Miserable' PC Port Complaints Prompt Response From Arc System Works
Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls has received mixed reviews on Steam due to numerous technical issues with its PC port, including PlayStation account requirements and anti-cheat problems. Arc System Works has acknowledged the complaints and is reportedly working on a response.
Games Inbox: Will you play the Zelda: Ocarina Of Time remake or GTA 6 first?
Readers discuss the potential simultaneous release of a The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake and Grand Theft Auto 6, debating which game they would play first. Other topics include concerns about digital downloads, the perceived lack of appeal for Gears of War: E-Day, and the reliability of user reviews compared to professional critiques.
Splatoon Raiders beats Zelda as Nintendo’s top user-rated game on Metacritic
Splatoon Raiders has achieved a Metacritic user score of 9.3, surpassing all other Nintendo games including The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask and Mario titles. Despite having fewer reviews than previous Splatoon entries, the game's high user rating has sparked discussion, especially considering Splatoon 3's lower score and the perceived similar lack of innovation in Splatoon Raiders.
World of Tanks: HEAT released free on Steam and works on Linux / SteamOS
World of Tanks: HEAT, a free-to-play hero-driven tank action game, has launched on Steam and is compatible with Linux and SteamOS, earning a Steam Deck Verified rating. The game features cross-platform play across Steam, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and GeForce NOW. Despite a rough initial reception with mostly negative user reviews, Wargaming has confirmed the use of generative AI solely for development support, with all final content created by human developers.
Is Digital Currency Changing the Way We Review and Play New Games?
Digital currency and microtransactions are fundamentally changing how games are reviewed and played, shifting focus from physical discs to in-game economies and instant purchases. This trend influences everything from early reviews, which now often analyze currency systems and value, to player engagement with early access, season passes, and cosmetic upgrades. The article highlights how transparency in pricing and fairness of digital currency models are becoming as crucial as gameplay and graphics for player satisfaction and critical reception.
Garry's Mod Creator Wants to Push 'AI Slop' Off the S&box Main Page Amid 'Mixed' Steam User Review Rating
The creator of Garry's Mod is expressing frustration over the prevalence of AI-generated content within S&box, the game's successor. This influx of AI content has contributed to a 'mixed' user review rating on Steam, prompting the creator to seek its removal from the main page.
Indie Dev’s Heartfelt Steam Launch Shows Why Small Studios Need Our Support
This article highlights the importance of supporting indie game developers through user reviews on platforms like Steam. It emphasizes the direct communication from small studios and how their success relies heavily on community engagement and honest feedback, contrasting it with the marketing strategies of larger corporations. The piece argues that supporting indie developers is crucial for the continued creativity and diversity of the gaming industry.
Crimson Desert is still the best-selling new game on Steam after 2 weeks, and its user reviews have jumped to 85% positive as more players get past the weak opening
Crimson Desert has become the best-selling new game on Steam two weeks after its release, with user reviews improving to 85% positive. Developer Pearl Abyss has addressed player feedback regarding controls and mount permanence through updates, contributing to the game's resurgence in popularity and sales.
Switch 2 Still Outpacing Most Consoles in US Despite Reported Demand Slowdown
Despite reports of a slowdown in demand, the Nintendo Switch 2 is reportedly still outselling most other consoles in the US. The article also touches on user reviews for a specific game, noting a rise in positive scores on Steam and the developer's responsiveness to feedback through patches.
Control Issues
Players of Crimson Desert are expressing dissatisfaction with the game's controls, contributing to a mixed reception on Steam. The article also briefly touches on the general expectation for gaming mouse software to remain unobtrusive.
'Think of It Like Riding a Bike, It Comes Naturally After You Learn It' — Crimson Desert Exec Responds to Controls Complaint Amid 'Mixed' Steam Reviews - IGN
Crimson Desert has launched with a 'mixed' user review rating on Steam, primarily due to complaints about its controls, which some players find unintuitive and unresponsive. Pearl Abyss' PR and marketing director, Will Powers, responded to criticism by comparing learning the controls to riding a bike, stating they become natural after initial learning. The game's developer is looking to address these common complaints to improve its user review score.
Bäst någonsin bland Metacritic-användare – Requiem och Clair Obscur i hård kamp
A close competition is occurring on Metacritic's user score rankings between Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and a new Resident Evil title, both currently holding a 9.5 average. Disney's Magical Mirror Starring Mickey Mouse also ranks highly with a 9.3, fueled by a meme. Several other classic games and expansions are noted in the top user-rated titles.
Resident Evil Requiem Blows Past Disney Cory in the House and Metal Gear Solid to Join Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 as the Highest User Rated Game on Metacritic - IGN
Resident Evil Requiem has achieved a Metacritic user score of 9.5, matching Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and surpassing titles like Metal Gear Solid and The Witcher 3. The game also boasts an 'Overwhelmingly Positive' rating on Steam, indicating strong player reception. IGN's review awarded it a 9/10, praising its successful blend of survival horror elements.
