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Published on
November 18, 2024
Team Fortress 2's 'Yeti Cancel,' a taunt cancel using the Yeti Smash, is baffling players. It offers no competitive advantage but is a humorous, community-driven meme showcasing a brief transformation into a Yeti.
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Published on
November 5, 2024
A former Rockstar designer reveals that the notorious Mt. Chiliad mystery in GTA 5 was just a playful prank designed to drive fans crazy, debunking years of intricate fan theories and dedicated investigations.
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Published on
November 1, 2024
Cult of the Lamb's Twitter community manager hilariously compares the roguelike game to Animal Crossing, poking fun at the game's harsh realities while highlighting the community's appreciation for its dark humor and willingness to deliver on promises, such as adding 'sex' content.
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Published on
October 31, 2024
A fan translation for the Sega Saturn classic Princess Crown has sparked controversy after a new English patch, based on unfinished work by previous modders, was released without permission, leading to accusations of disrespect and sparking debate within the gaming community.
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Published on
October 28, 2024
A terminally ill Borderlands fan receives support from the gaming community and Gearbox after asking for an early look at Borderlands 4, with Gearbox CEO Randy Pitchford offering him a tour of the studio and an early gameplay experience.
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Published on
October 26, 2024
A terminally ill Borderlands fan, Caleb McAlpine, received support from the gaming community, including Gearbox, who are working to grant him early access to Borderlands 4, and a GoFundMe campaign for his medical expenses exceeding its goal.
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Published on
October 24, 2024
A terminally ill Borderlands fan, Caleb McAlpine, reached out to Gearbox via Reddit, seeking a chance to play the upcoming Borderlands 4 early. Gearbox CEO Randy Pitchford personally responded, offering to help make it happen, highlighting the gaming community's compassion and Gearbox's dedication to its fans.
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Published on
October 14, 2024
The creator of Discord, Stanislav Vishnevskiy, was inspired to create the platform by his need to communicate with friends about Final Fantasy 11, showcasing the impact of MMOs on online communication and community building.
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Published on
October 10, 2024
A Baldur's Gate 3 fan has commissioned a life-sized sex doll of Astarion, sparking amusement and bewilderment from the game's developers and the community, reflecting the game's playful and sometimes risqué fandom.
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Published on
September 29, 2024
Moo Deng, a viral pygmy hippopotamus, has inspired a surge of interest in Final Fantasy 14's Hippo Calf minion, with players driving up its in-game market price and even creating custom mods to feature the adorable creature. Square Enix has even joined in on the hype, referencing the trend in recent social media posts, demonstrating the power of real-world inspiration in the gaming world.
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Published on
September 20, 2024
Helldivers 2 director Johan Pilestedt acknowledges leadership issues and lack of cohesion as the cause of the community backlash to the Escalation of Freedom update, leading to the recent buff patch and a 60-day plan to address player concerns.
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Published on
September 16, 2024
Players of the short-lived PlayStation FPS game 'Concord' raced to earn the Platinum trophy before its servers shut down, with 70 players managing to achieve this rare feat in just two weeks, highlighting the game's community despite its quick demise.
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Published on
September 9, 2024
The developers of Astro Bot and Days Gone are engaging in a public back-and-forth, with Astro Bot's team expressing gratitude for the inclusion of Days Gone as a cameo in their game, while Days Gone's former director, John Garvin, expresses dissatisfaction with the representation.
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Published on
April 17, 2024
Supergiant Games released three hours of gameplay footage for the upcoming 'Hades 2'. The community reacted enthusiastically, especially to the character designs of Hecate, Odysseus, Poseidon, and Aphrodite, as well as the game's overall visuals. The community is expressing their love and excitement for the game through memes, tweets, and discussions, suggesting that 'Hades 2' is likely to replicate the success of its predecessor.
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