According to Nintendo’s official website, they announced that the popular reward system will cease operation on March 24, 2025. Starting from this date, players won’t earn points from purchasing either physical or digital games. Moreover, any remaining points accumulated by fans before March 24 will expire within a year, rendering them worthless.
It’s been revealed that even the developers of Overwatch have stepped up their efforts, as they admit to working more diligently since the release of a Marvel-inspired version of their game in December.
This signifies that DON’T NOD has launched a new original work following their departure from the Life is Strange series. Instead of focusing on high school indie drama, Lost Records: Bloom & Rage delves into a supernatural tale of adolescence, drawing inspiration from David Lynch’s Twin Peaks, Andrew Fleming’s The Craft, and a hint of Stephen King’s It.
Obsidian Entertainment is mapping out a long-term plan centered on sustainability, stability, and reasonable goals, opting for steady growth instead of high-risk ventures. Instead of expanding rapidly, the studio aims to keep its team compact, foster camaraderie, and make prudent investments in their game development. This approach is designed not just to endure but to flourish in an industry where quick expansion is often prioritized over longevity. Interestingly, 100 years ago might have seemed like a distant past, yet Nintendo had already been around for 23 years, and passengers on the Titanic could potentially have played with their toys.
Recently on Reddit, a user named YeahhhhhWhateverrrr brought up the ongoing argument regarding the game Avowed. They expressed frustration over the prevailing negativity surrounding the title, noting that any conversation about it often gets twisted by individuals who seem to have a predisposition towards disliking the game, regardless of its genuine qualities and shortcomings.