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Battleborn is Free to Play Now. Sort of.

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I really feel for Gear Box. Instead of churning out the same title every year, they tried something new. An FPS/MOBA hybrid with colorful characters and a futuristic setting. Unfortunately, Blizzard did the same thing with Overwatch. And once everyone decided Battleborn was just a cheap copy of Overwatch it was all over. Overwatch cleaned up all the game of the year awards and Battleborn died a quick death. But it seems that heroes never die! (Last Overwatch talk I swear.) Yes, Battleborn is still kicking, and refuses to go down without a fight. Why? Because Battleborn is Free to Play Now. Sort of.

Battleborn: Free-ish to Play

Now, Gearbox isn’t keen on calling the game free to play. Instead, they’re calling it a free trial experience. And, in a twitter argument over what the model is, Gearbox head honcho Randy Pitchford, called the business model “retail with DLC”. However, nobody else seems to feel that way. Although you can only play 6 of the 30 characters in rotation, but the entire game is still functional. There are no level caps, no hidden content like skins or equipment, and your progress saves with the characters. So if a character you were playing went off rotation your progress will still be there when they come back to the free trial. And if you want to do a little more, heroes, skins, boosters, and Story Mode Operations are all unlockable individually in the Marketplace. Marketplace content is purchasable with either in-game credits or Platinum premium currency.

Steam seems to see it as Free to Play as well.

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And if you’re someone who purchases content and then upgrade to the full game, you’ll receive in-game credits to compensate duplicate items. Plus, anyone who already owns the game is getting upgraded to “Founder” status, which gives Legendary Gear, 1000 Platinum, 50,000 Credits, loot packs, a “Founder’s Crown” flair item, and other bonuses. All in all, not a bad bonus for the people who stuck with it.

Is It Worth It?

Let’s be honest. Battleborn isn’t a bad game. It’s not great either, but for what it is, it does alright. And the game actually did sell pretty well when it first came out. But thanks to the hype machine that Blizzard was able to orchestrate for Overwatch, Battleborn never had a chance. And because of this, there have been less than 100 players on at a time during off peak hours. Seriously. With the game officially in free-to-play mode no matter what Gearbox says, it’s worth a shot. Right? Nobody has to pay for the game anymore, and having all the characters be on a carousel might be the best thing for players.

Sure, not everybody will like who’s available at any given time, but it means everyone gets to try something new. It helps keep the game new and interesting for new players. And once they decide they want the game full-time? They can just buy the game for a pretty low price. ($30 really is a decent price for a game like this.) So now that you can try it out for free, will you be giving Battleborn a shot? I know I will. But not this weekend… Double XP for Overwatch…

 

 

 

 

 

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Helldivers 2 has quickly become one of Sony’s top-selling games in the US

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Helldivers 2 proved to be a surprising success, highlighting the unpredictable nature of the gaming industry. As per Circana analyst Mat Piscatella, it currently ranks as Sony’s seventh highest grossing game in the United States to date, trailing behind a trio of Spider-Man titles, a couple of God of War games, and Ghost of Tsushima. It’s only been on the market for less than three months and is not even being sold at full price.

According to Piscatella, a significant factor contributing to the game’s success is its release on PC. He mentioned that, based on Circana’s Player Engagement Tracker, the game has consistently ranked first in terms of active users on Steam in the US since its launch, including April. The release of Helldivers 2 on both PlayStation and PC has been an extraordinary triumph.

He stated that Helldivers 2 has already become the seventh highest-grossing Sony-published game in history. Without a PC, it would not currently be considered one of the top 20 games. While I’m emphasizing the success of the PC SKU, it’s important to note that I’m not disregarding the success of the PlayStation SKU. I just wanted to clarify that. This launch has proven to be incredibly successful.

Prior to the release of Helldivers 2, Sony made it clear that they would be launching their live service-style titles simultaneously on both the PS5 and PC. The success of this approach will undoubtedly strengthen their strategic vision. It will be intriguing to witness if the company reveals official sales figures in the near future, as the title appears to be one of the platform holder’s most successful sellers to date.

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The developer of Stellar Blade for the PS5 Expressing gratitude to the fans for their unwavering support amidst a recent controversy surrounding censorship

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Shift Up, the Korean developer, seems to be reconsidering its contentious alterations to the Stellar Blade outfit. In a message to fans, they have urged everyone to stay tuned for updates and expressed gratitude for the passionate feedback from players. For those who may not be aware, a petition gained significant attention over the weekend when gamers discovered changes made to a few of the game’s costumes through a day-one patch.

The launch day update includes a fantastic New Game + mode, but some players were disappointed by the changes made to protagonist Eve’s outfit. These alterations sparked debates about censorship. Director Hyung-Tae Kim later clarified that this was the studio’s original vision, but he acknowledged that it may require further persuasion to win over users. Internal discussions were also underway to address any concerns.

There is no definitive confirmation regarding the reversal of the outfits, but considering the language used in the statement and the widespread controversy surrounding the alterations, it is highly likely that a future patch will restore the original costumes. If you want to get a sneak peek at all of Eve’s different outfits and learn how to unlock them, be sure to take a look at our comprehensive guide, All Outfits and How to Get Them.

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Will Stellar Blade be available for PC?

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It’s quite possible. Fans all over the world are interested in Shift Up’s highly anticipated action-adventure game, Stellar Blade. With its captivating post-apocalyptic setting reminiscent of Nier and a compelling protagonist named Eve, it’s no wonder the game has generated such widespread attention.

The game consistently impresses with its stunning visuals and high-octane action, leaving players in awe with each new trailer.

Yet, just like other noteworthy second-party and third-party game releases, fans are pondering: Will Stellar Blade be available on PC?

In this article, we delve into the details to determine the platform availability of the highly anticipated title.

Will Stellar Blade be available on PC? Allow me to provide you with the answer.

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Unfortunately, Stellar Blade will not be available on PC, at least not initially. Currently, the game is only available on PlayStation 5 starting on April 26, 2024.

Regrettably, it appears that there is no indication of a potential PC release for Stellar Blade in the future. In most cases, trailers for PlayStation timed-exclusive titles conclude with a disclaimer that specifies the duration of their exclusivity.

In the Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth launch trailer, it is explicitly stated that the game will only be accessible on other platforms starting on May 29, 2024.

Regrettably, when it comes to the stellar blade, there is no indication of such.

It’s important to note that Sony Entertainment Interactive published Stellar Blade, unlike Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth. This means that the chances of it being released on PC or other platforms in the near future are even slimmer.

However, it is worth noting that there is a chance the game might be released on PC in the future, given PlayStation’s track record of bringing their exclusive titles to the platform. However, it could be a while before this comes to fruition.

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