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Overwatch Pros React to the Release of Doomfist
Blizzard dropped Doomfist onto the PTR yesterday and the community went wild. The West African brawler features stunning mobility and can dish out some huge damage. Doomfist’s first day as a playable hero was a success in terms of how the player base received him, but what about the pros, the ones we’re all going to be watching play him on Twitch streams and in tournaments?
Much like the majority of those who dove into the test region to try out the new hero, pros loved the new addition. NRG’s Brandon “Seagull” Larned streamed a few hours of Doomfist play and clearly had a blast. Seagull had been wanting a melee-based attack hero for a while, all the way back to an AMA he did nearly half a year ago, where he wished Doomfist would be a “movement based hero who can punch things.” He certainly got what he wanted, and he showed off his skill with the hero by killing two ulting Genji’s (while trying to discuss how he’ll affect the meta) and picking up a fair amount of multi-kills. He also hilariously exposed a bug in the ‘meteor strike’ ultimate.
C9’s Sang-hoon “Kaiser” Ryu also took a liking to the new hero. “Doomfist is badass AF this is my new favorite hero,” he wrote on his Twitter. He did address the new hero’s role in the game, posting “I somehow think that Doomfist is a first aid blizzard made To counter this shitty comps (maybe?)” The community is split on whether or not Doomfist will help or hurt dive comps (Seagull believes he’ll take Genji or Tracers spot, Kaiser thinks he’s the answer for a counter), but his role as a front line dive hero can be immediately countered by a Sombra. Once Doomfist is hacked, he only has his primary fire, which is of the weakest of his abilities.
Misfits’ Jonathan ‘Reinforce’ Larsson weighed in extensively in a Reddit post on Doomfist’s role in the meta. He believes Doomfist plays like Genji, only more defensively. “Doomfist, while having high mobility and low cooldowns, allowing him to engage and disengage rapidly does not have as much survivability given the lack of Genji’s reflect, and also a larger hitbox and in general less cunning.” He stated that an ideal comp around Doomfist would be D.Va, Winston, Ana, and either Soldier or McCree. These picks center around survivability and being able to keep Doomfist alive. D.Va and Winston can protect him and distract him. Ana can continuously provide him with healing from a safe distance. Soldier and McCree provide steady, sustained damage while he’s on the front lines doing his thing.
He cited counters to Doomfist as McCree, Tracer, Sombra, and Roadhog. McCree can dispatch him from distance, Tracer can dance around him and feed off his huge hitbox, Sombra’s hacks are his most direct counter in the game, and Roadhog can hook him close every time he tries to dive out. He ended by saying “The game is going to progress a TON with Doomfist in the game.”
Finally, let’s check in with the future Overwatch League Casters. Erik “DoA” Lonnquist tweeted “Doomfist is the best example of my view of Overwatch being a fighting game in FPS clothing. Love this guy.” Christopher “MonteCristo” Mykkles wrote “Doomfist’s combos are positionally challenging and should have a high skill ceiling. Excited to see his potential in pro play.” Both casters highlighted Doomfist’s explosive mobility, and MonteCristo’s comment on his mechanical skill ceiling gives us hope for some incredible play in the near future.
There is currently no timetable for Doomfist’s entrance to the full game, but he’s playable on the PTR!
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
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.
Thanks to all our Stellar Blade fans for your passion & feedback. Stay tuned for updates🤍 pic.twitter.com/jCRzM4OQBS
— StellarBlade (@StellarBlade) May 1, 2024
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.
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.
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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