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Unlikely Ascent: A Marathon Player Hits Level 45 Without Loot or Guidance
games11 days ago

Unlikely Ascent: A Marathon Player Hits Level 45 Without Loot or Guidance

Kotaku reports a viral tale of a Marathon player nicknamed Steve who allegedly reached level 45 by only killing robots and avoiding extraction, looting, or quests. While some doubt he’s real, video proof exists, illustrating that tutorials aren’t universal and players can discover systems on their own. After learning more about the game, Steve has started playing Thief and has climbed to at least level 52 with some extractions, showing how one person’s curiosity can shape a game experience.

via Kotaku|
#bungie#games#level-45
Marathon Loot Glut Prompts Bungie to Rebalance Season 2
news22 days ago

Marathon Loot Glut Prompts Bungie to Rebalance Season 2

Bungie’s extraction shooter Marathon Season 2 is dealing with a bloated loot economy, with players earning the same amount of loot by week 2 as in week 11 of Season 1 and a bug inflating high-rarity drops. A June 16 patch introduced weekly rewards while nerfing some loot sources and Cradle XP in an early attempt to rebalance progression, but players fear the pace is too fast and some call for drastic fixes before Season 3.

via Kotaku|
#balance#bungie#loot
Run Less, Win More: 7 Rules for Marathon's Extraction Shootout
tips-and-guides4 months ago

Run Less, Win More: 7 Rules for Marathon's Extraction Shootout

Marathon, Bungie’s new live-service extraction shooter, rewards planning over reflexes. The guide lists seven no-goes: stop sprinting around, don’t fight everything that moves, quit reloading Volt ammo after every burst, enter each match with a clear goal, don’t grab every item, don’t extract immediately after a quick loot run, and don’t overuse Rook runs or sponsor kits. Instead, pace yourself, manage ammo and shields, prioritize meaningful loot, and plan your next contract to improve your odds of surviving Tau Ceti IV.

via Kotaku|
#bungie#extraction-shooter#loot
Destiny 2 Reverts Controversial 'Edge Of Fate' Update
gaming9 months ago

Destiny 2 Reverts Controversial 'Edge Of Fate' Update

Destiny 2 is reversing some of its controversial changes, including the removal of Unstable Cores, a problematic currency used for gear infusion, as part of ongoing efforts to fix its game systems after the Edge of Fate update. Bungie plans to replace Unstable Cores with a more balanced system and has provided players with a large amount of currency to ease the transition, amid ongoing community frustration with the game's evolving mechanics.

via Forbes|
#bungie#destiny-2#game-systems
15 Essential Tips for Playing Dying Light: The Beast
gaming9 months ago

15 Essential Tips for Playing Dying Light: The Beast

Dying Light: The Beast offers engaging zombie gameplay with tips such as frequently using the kick button, prioritizing the drop kick and safe landing skills, not getting too attached to weapons, and efficiently farming loot by walking away from bodies. Unlocking safehouses, using Survivor Sense, dismantling weapons for resources, and exploring random events can enhance your experience. Be cautious at night for double XP opportunities and consider killing saved hostages for extra resources, though it may be morally questionable.

via Kotaku|
#dying-light-the-beast#gameplay#gaming
Borderlands 4: Essential Tips for All Players
gaming9 months ago

Borderlands 4: Essential Tips for All Players

This article provides 12 essential tips for new and returning players of Borderlands 4, including focusing on the main story first, upgrading your backpack early, using elemental weapons strategically, avoiding overusing the same gun type, planning skill trees, utilizing co-op fast travel, and saving gold keys for late game to maximize your loot and gameplay experience.

via Kotaku|
#borderlands-4#co-op#gaming
Gearbox Reveals Humorous Borderlands 4 Launch Stats
gaming9 months ago

Gearbox Reveals Humorous Borderlands 4 Launch Stats

Borderlands 4's opening weekend saw players loot millions of items from various sources, with red chests being the most lucrative. The game also experienced significant player deaths from barrels and grenades, and over 62 million boss battles were attempted. Despite positive reviews, PC players have raised concerns about performance issues, which Gearbox is addressing with upcoming patches. The game is available on multiple platforms, with a Switch 2 version releasing soon.

via GameSpot|
#borderlands-4#game-performance#gaming