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It Seems Like Monster Hunter Wilds Players Are Sticking With The Game For Longer Than World

1 week ago | thegamer.com | Sam Woods

More players are sticking with Monster Hunter Wilds than with Monster Hunter World for longer periods. Wilds has higher percentages of players reaching Hunter Rank 100 and hunting 100 large monsters compared to World. Wilds, despite some potential rise in casual player numbers, shows increased player engagement with its endgame content. Monster Hunter Wilds ushered in a new era for the Monster Hunter franchise.
Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2’s First Story DLC Could Be Right Around The Corner

1 week ago | thegamer.com | Sam Woods

Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 now has a challenging 'Hardcore Mode' with mandatory negative perks and no fast travel. Warhorse Studios' PR Manager hints at the game's first DLC release in May, following three planned story expansions in 2025. The game's executive producer mentioned cut quests given "DLC status" for future updates. On April 15, Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 received its long-awaited 'Hardcore Mode'.
"There's Some Stuff That's Unannounced": Phil Spencer Teases Xbox Has More In Its Locker This Year

1 week ago | thegamer.com | Sam Woods

2025 is shaping up to be a huge year for Xbox with games like Doom, Ninja Gaiden, and The Elder Scrolls IV. Microsoft's CEO isn't concerned about Fable 4's delay, teasing unannounced games for 2025. Possibilities for upcoming Xbox releases include Project Kestrel, Spyro 4, and more exciting titles. 2025 is shaping up to be a bumper year for Xbox.
The First Descendant Players Are Losing It Over The Removal Of Character Voice Lines

1 week ago | thegamer.com | Sam Woods

Unique character voice lines replaced with generic phrases without warning in The First Descendant, upsetting players. Removal of unique lines has taken away personality and depth from game interactions. Players speculate that the voice line removals were done for cost or efficiency reasons. The First Descendant players are no strangers to controversies and annoyances. When the game launched, not a week would go by without another frustration cropping up.
“Sometimes It’s Better To Let It Cook”: Helldivers 2 Devs Reassure Players On Wait For Next Update

1 week ago | thegamer.com | Sam Woods

Helldivers 2 has faced performance issues, causing player dissatisfaction. Arrowhead Studios CEO and QA team reassure fans updates are coming. Players are experiencing frame rate drops and crashes, eagerly awaiting improvements. Over the last few weeks, Helldivers 2 has received a bunch of minor updates. These updates have focused on fixing weapons and crashes.
InZoi's Player Count Is Lower Than The Sims 4 Has Ever Been Recorded

1 week ago | thegamer.com | Sam Woods

InZoi saw a sharp decline in player numbers, hitting record lows that even The Sims 4 hasn't seen in years. InZoi peaked at 8,477 players on April 15, with an average of 6,647 players - a major drop from its initial success. Despite the current struggles, InZoi's developers have promised new features and updates, suggesting future potential to rival The Sims. InZoi started full of promise.
Assassin’s Creed Shadows Players Are Desperate For A Mode That Was Rumored Pre-Launch

1 week ago | thegamer.com | Sam Woods

A rumored Co-Op mode codenamed 'LEAGUE' for Assassin's Creed Shadows has yet to surface despite fan demand. Players express hopes for a Co-Op mode similar to Ghost Of Tsushima with unique gameplay mechanics. Doubts remain among fans regarding the implementation of the Co-Op mode, questioning if Ubisoft will deliver. Assassin's Creed Shadows has a lot going for it.
"You Don't Want People Throwing Another Body On Top Of A Pile Of Child Corpses": Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 Producer Finally Reveals Why The Game Doesn't Feature Kids

1 week ago | thegamer.com | Sam Woods

Children weren't included in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 due to ethical and PR concerns. Executive producer revealed the absence of kids aimed to avoid potential controversy. Adding children would have required significant resources and potential gameplay implications. For as long as the game has been out, Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 players have wondered why the game features no children.
"You Would Kidnap Dracula": Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 Producer Details The Game's Extensive List Of Cut Content

1 week ago | thegamer.com | Sam Woods

Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 had 35 quests cut from the game and 15 percent of Kutná Hora's map. Cut content included a quest where Henry kidnaps Vlad Dracula and a potential karma system. Unused content was postponed for possible DLC, improving the game's release time. If you've played Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, you know the game has a wealth of content.
The Glory Of Team Rocket Secret Rares Leak Ahead Of Pokemon TCG Set's Launch, Includes Giovanni's Mewtwo SIR

1 week ago | thegamer.com | Sam Woods

Secret rares in the Glory of Team Rocket TCG set include Giovanni's Mewtwo ex and Rocket's Moltres ex. The Japanese Pokemon TCG set featured fan-favorite characters and artwork like Giovanni and Mewtwo ex SAR. The leaks of the highly anticipated cards, including Giovanni's Nidoking ex, are generating excitement among Pokemon TCG fans. Last week, The Pokemon Company in Japan revealed the full Glory of Team Rocket setlist from the Pokemon TCG (minus the secret rares).

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Articles

It Seems Like Monster Hunter Wilds Players Are Sticking With The Game For Longer Than World

Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2’s First Story DLC Could Be Right Around The Corner

"There's Some Stuff That's Unannounced": Phil Spencer Teases Xbox Has More In Its Locker This Year

The First Descendant Players Are Losing It Over The Removal Of Character Voice Lines

“Sometimes It’s Better To Let It Cook”: Helldivers 2 Devs Reassure Players On Wait For Next Update

InZoi's Player Count Is Lower Than The Sims 4 Has Ever Been Recorded

Assassin’s Creed Shadows Players Are Desperate For A Mode That Was Rumored Pre-Launch

"You Don't Want People Throwing Another Body On Top Of A Pile Of Child Corpses": Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 Producer Finally Reveals Why The Game Doesn't Feature Kids

"You Would Kidnap Dracula": Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 Producer Details The Game's Extensive List Of Cut Content

The Glory Of Team Rocket Secret Rares Leak Ahead Of Pokemon TCG Set's Launch, Includes Giovanni's Mewtwo SIR

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