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The Worst Game of 2024: Palworld

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In this rapidly evolving era, not only do we work hard in the real world, but we also continue to 'labor' in the virtual realm once we get home. This phenomenon is perfectly exemplified in the recent hit game 'Palworld.' This game has attracted a massive player base and sparked a series of intriguing social phenomena and discussions. Daytime Workers, Nighttime 'Pals' in the Game Players of 'Palworld' spend their days working in real life, only to become managers of 'Pals' in the game at night. This phenomenon has led to profound reflections on the transition between real and virtual roles. In the game, we might be farm owners or capitalists, but aren't we also another kind of 'Pal' in our real lives? Deep Thoughts in User Comments The popularity of 'Palworld' has generated extensive discussions on social media platforms. One player pointed out: 'It's just code, my child, you are the real 'Pal' who has to go to

Palworld: The Most Brutal Game of 2024

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In 2024, a game named "Palworld" sparked widespread controversy due to its extremely brutal gameplay setting. This game was accused of plagiarizing and stitching together elements from other games, but the primary contention revolves around its merciless treatment of creatures. In the game, players are required to manage their Pals (creatures in the game) and ensure they maintain high work efficiency. When Pals fall ill and their productivity decreases, players often opt to replace them with healthy Pals. However, an incident occurred where a player accidentally took a sick Pal on an adventure, leading to its death in a battle with wild beasts. Surprisingly, upon reviving the Pal at home, the player discovered that its illness had completely vanished. This led to a gruesome practice: the player began slaughtering sick Pals and then reviving them, quickly returning them to their workstations. As the number of Pals working in the base grew, the player realized that individually

Overshadowed by PalWorld? 'The Finals' on Steam Sees a 83% Player Drop

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Initially causing a buzz on Steam , the free multiplayer FPS " The Finals " has experienced a significant decline in interest just over a month after its launch. International media reports indicate an 83% drop in the game's online Steam player count from its peak. As the novelty fades, an increasing number of players are leaving the game. Numerous posts on Reddit forums highlight the shortcomings of "The Finals." Players have raised concerns about the game's matchmaking system being unfair and criticized the limited game modes and monotonous gameplay. Moreover, in January, the spotlight shifted to new games like " PalWorld, " which have diverted players' attention. After all, many gamers don't tend to stick with one game for too long.

Enshrouded : A New Fantasy Survival Adventure RPG with Building Mechanics Now Available on Steam!"

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Welcome to the world of " Enshrouded " an exciting new fantasy survival adventure RPG with building mechanics, now launched for early access on Steam! Since its debut in May 2023, "Enshrouded " by Keen Games has been eagerly awaited and is now available on Steam starting January 24th. This unique game combines action role-playing, construction, and fantasy in a voxel world filled with possibilities. Players, as the "Child of Fire," will embark on an extensive survival journey in this diverse realm. **Game Features:** - **Free Exploration**: Traverse and discover a vast open world where you can build and battle. - **Diverse Building**: Erect a central base on transformed lands, tailoring it to your vision. - **Cooperative Play**: Join forces with up to 16 players in an online co-op mode. - **Rich Ecosystem**: Confront miasma demons and wildlife in a challenging survival environment. In the early access version of "Enshrouded " you can choose betwe

Kuro's "Wuthering Waves" to be released on PS platform, PS5 version to match PC's highest graphics settings

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Kuro Games' upcoming open-world title " Wuthering Waves " has been confirmed to be released on the PS platform. The PS5 version will feature graphics that are comparable to the highest settings on PC. At the Unreal Fest conference held in Shanghai recently, Kuro Games announced that its upcoming open-world title "Wuthering Waves" will be released on PS4 and PS5. The game was previously announced for PC and mobile platforms, and recruitment for the latest "Melody Test" has already begun. According to the introduction, the graphics of "Wuthering Waves" on the PS5 will match the highest settings on the PC version. Meanwhile, the graphics performance of the PS4 version will be slightly higher than that of mobile devices. "Wuthering Waves" is an open-world action game developed by Guangzhou Kuro Technology Co., Ltd. The game features a high degree of freedom in combat gameplay and a rich and diverse narrative content. Players will take o

Xbox & ESA's Space Suit Contest for Starfield Fans

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Xbox, in collaboration with the European Space Agency (ESA), is hosting a limited-time contest for Starfield fans, where the winner will receive a real space suit. The contest deadline is 8 PM Pacific Standard Time on February 24th, and the judging panel will select a winner on or around March 8th. The winner will receive a custom-made space suit, along with an Xbox Series X console, a limited edition Starfield Xbox wireless controller, and special themed headphones. These comments from various users on a gaming forum provide a range of opinions about the game "Starfield." The key points include: 1. **Disappointment in Game Design and Execution:** Many users express dissatisfaction with the game's design, including complaints about repetitive gameplay, underwhelming planetary exploration, and lack of variety in space combat. Some users also mention an imbalance in the game's economy and feel that the game's scope is overly ambitious, leading to many empty or unde

The Day Before developers respond to rumors: "We did not cheat players" and that all promised content was delivered

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After the official shutdown of The Day Before , developer Fntastic tweeted today to address rumors about the game. Fntastic  first clarified that they did not cheat players or investors' money, and have been operating honestly for 5 years. The Day Before did not collect money from players through crowdfunding or pre-orders, and even refunded all players after the shutdown. On the other hand, they still maintain a good relationship with the publisher, and the failure of The Day Before did not break them apart. Fntastic believes that The Day Before has realized all the content shown in the trailer, from decoration, the open world to off-road vehicles, only because of bug issues, running and other minor functions were disabled, and they plan to add them in the full version. Fntastic also mentioned that after the game was shut down, many players wrote to them saying that they really liked the game, but were misled by malicious bloggers, and hoped that the game could be reopened. Fntast

Palworld plagiarism controversy intensifies: criticized by peers for suspected fusion of multiple game mechanics and use of AI generation, Naughty Dog employee calls it "cheating"

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Since the beginning of 2024, Palworld, a game developed by Japanese independent developer Pocket Pair, has quickly become popular. The game's sales exceeded 6 million copies in a short period of time, and the peak number of players on Steam also surpassed CSGO to rank second in the historical list. However, the success of this game has also been questioned by some game developers. Del Walker, a senior artist at Naughty Dog, posted a post saying: "Although there is no evidence, my intuition tells me that the way Palworld is made is malicious." He believes that this game has fused gameplay from multiple games such as Pokémon, Ark, and Rust, and uses AI generation technology, which is a "cheating" behavior. Another game developer, Rami Ismail (SumoDigital artist), also agreed with Del Walker's point of view, saying: "Making a game is an extremely difficult thing. They are cheating in some way, but I don't know the specific way." Bakaba, who once s

Naughty Dog's Innovative Path: A History of Game Graphics Evolution

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In an era where software determines hardware, advancements in visual presentation have been a key pursuit for countless developers. While this trend may resemble a sort of "arms race," technological exploration not only directly impacts players' visual experiences but also drives the entire gaming industry forward. As one of the major players in the console gaming world, Sony has consistently aimed for breakthroughs in technology across several generations. Among its esteemed studios, Naughty Dog has played a pioneering role, continuously pushing the boundaries of what's achievable. With their astonishing titles, they have time and again redefined players' and media's perceptions. The Right Choices Despite being intertwined with the long-standing console wars, Naughty Dog's relentless pursuit of technological excellence was not solely a directive from Sony. In fact, as early as 1996, they shot to fame with "Crash Bandicoot," establishing their re

Palworld Overwhelmed by Player Surge: Emergency Meeting with Epic Games Held

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Due to its overwhelming popularity,  Palworld   experienced significant server strain over the weekend, leading to connection issues for players attempting to join the game. In a Discord announcement, Pocketpair’s community manager, Bucky, shared around 1 AM Pacific Time that over 700,000 concurrent players caused a problem with Epic Games' backend. An emergency meeting was promptly convened to address and improve these connection issues. The official  Twitter/X  account also stated, "We held an urgent meeting with the Epic Games team to implement updates to the Epic Games backend swiftly. We've confirmed that this has resolved the connection errors and issues for co-op games hosted on Xbox and PC. You should notice improved connectivity, and errors should be resolved quickly."

Palworld Achieves a Million Online on Steam, Targeting Cyberpunk 2077's Record

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Palworld has hit a new milestone on Steam, surpassing one million concurrent players. According to SteamDB, at 14:55, the peak concurrent players for Palworld reached 1,000,719, beginning its challenge to the 1.05 million online record set by " Cyberpunk 2077 ." Palworld is a brand new multiplayer online game featuring unique hybrid creatures! In this expansive world, players collect mysterious creatures known as ' Pals ,' engaging them in various tasks such as combat, building, farming, and crafting.

Palworld receives exceptionally positive reviews on Steam, with players exclaiming it outshines Pokémon.

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Palworld, a new open-world survival crafting game that allows players to capture and train creatures called Pals, has received overwhelmingly positive reviews on Steam. Palworld was released on Steam on January 19, 2024, at 4:00 PM CST. The game is currently priced at $10.80 in the United States. It  has  been released on Xbox Game Pass. The game has received a 92% positive rating on Steam, based on over 7,159 reviews. Players have praised the game's gameplay, graphics, and overall polish. One interesting comment from a player reads: "This is the next generation of Pokémon. I hope it will surpass Game Freak soon." This suggests that some players are frustrated with the lack of innovation in recent Pokémon games. Palworld is a promising new game that could appeal to fans of Pokémon and other open-world survival crafting games. The game is still in early access, but it has already received positive reviews from critics and players alike.

New King of Glory animated series "Fate" to premiere in 2024

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A new animated series based on the popular mobile game King of Glory is set to premiere in 2024. The series, titled "Fate," will follow the story of Kai and Luna, two siblings who are destined to clash. Kai is a warrior who is determined to protect his people, while Luna is a powerful mage who is driven by revenge. The series will explore the themes of destiny, family, and conflict. It will also feature a stunning visual style and action-packed battles. The premiere of "Fate" is a major event for fans of King of Glory. The series is sure to be a hit with viewers of all ages.

Multiple PS Exclusives Coming to PC in 2024, Including God of War Ragnarok and The Last of Us Part II

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Sony is reportedly planning to release multiple PlayStation exclusive games on PC in 2024, according to a leak from a self-proclaimed Nixxes Software employee. The leak, which was posted on 4chan, claims that the following games will be released on PC within the next 12 months:The Last of Us Part II God of War: Ragnarok Demon's Souls Ghost of Tsushima Gran Turismo 7 The employee also claims that Ghost of Tsushima and Demon's Souls were delayed for so long because their original developers were new to developing PC games. The PC version of Marvel's Spider-Man 2 is reportedly scheduled for release in 2025. In addition, the employee claims that Sony is exploring the possibility of porting older games to PC, such as Infamous: Second Son. It is important to note that the authenticity of this leak has not been confirmed. However, if it is true, it would be a major development for Sony, which has been increasingly porting its first-party games to PC in recent years.

CS2 players frustrated by lack of updates, but some remain hopeful

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Counter-Strike 2 (CS2) , the sequel to the popular Counter-Strike series, has been in open beta since September 2022. Despite some improvements to the game, players have been frustrated by the lack of major updates in recent months. In the past month, Valve has released three updates for CS2, but each update has been relatively minor. Two of the updates consisted of only one change each. Players have expressed disappointment with the lack of new content, such as the Headshot Only , Arms Race , and Control game modes, as well as console commands such as cl_bob (arm movement) and cl_righthand 0/1 (hand orientation). Some players remain hopeful that Valve is simply "preparing for something big." They point out that the current state of CS2 is not sustainable, and that Valve must be working on some major updates. A recent poll found that 43.3% of players believe that the lack of updates is a sign that something big is coming. Only time will tell whether Valve is planning a ma