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REVEALED: 7 in 10 Say THIS Game Has Been Ruined by Updates!

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Many players find themselves frustrated with games when developers make changes that significantly impact their enjoyability. This has led to hordes of gamers abandoning their previously loved games because of bad and unnecessary updates.

Which game has ruined its reputation most thanks to bad developer decisions? ManySpins.com set to find out. They surveyed 3,470 gamers worldwide to see which game developments and updates have turned players off the most!

RESULTS:

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 Game  Percentage who say updates have ‘ruined the game’
 1  War Thunder  72%
 2  Star Wars Galaxies  68%
3  RuneScape  65%
4  Uncharted 2: Among Thieves  64%
5  Fortnite  61%
6  PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds  56%
7  Realm Royale  55%
8  Minecraft  53%
9  The Culling  52%
10  Robocraft  50%
11  League of Legends  47%
12  Team Fortress 2  44%
13  Paragon  44%
14  Apex Legends  41%
15  Gwent: The Witcher Card Game  40%
16  Firefall  38%
17  Destiny 2  36%
18  Stellaris  33%
19  Loadout  30%
20  Planetside 2  28%

 

Manyspins.com found that War Thunder takes the title of game ruined most by developer updates, the top choice for 72% of gamers! Players noted that game developers’ changes were unsatisfactory, and in 2019 this statement was upvoted by 77% of Redditors. Every year in the UK there are 1,200 searches from gamers looking to ‘fix War Thunder’, with many searching for solutions to slow download speeds and jammed guns.

Almost 7 in 10 (68%) players voted Star Wars Galaxies among the games ruined most by content updates. Many players began the game excitedly but once developers began adding more features in 2005, it turned sour as gameplay had completely shifted.

The game with the third most disappointing update is RuneScape, with 65% of players not enjoying the new content according to Manyspins.com. Throughout the years there have been countless complaints online due to the way Jagex has altered the game, pushing away many day-one fans.

In fourth place is Uncharted 2: Among ThievesFalling slightly behind RuneScape, 64% of gamers vote Uncharted 2 updates as discouraging. It was mentioned that this game is the worst in the series because the structure is too similar to Uncharted 1, although some players disagree.

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Interestingly, Manyspins.com discovered that a whopping 61% of gamers voted Fortnite updates as the worst! Gamers have ditched the Battle Royale game because the updates are more suited towards a mainstream audience, something that loyal players believe has ruined the game overall.

In sixth and seventh positions are PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds and Realm Royale, raking in 56% and 55% of votes respectively due to the disappointing changes made after the original release.

To complete the top 10, other games include:

8. Minecraft – 53% of gamers have found previous updates to ruin the game

9. The Culling – 52% of gamers have found previous updates to ruin the game

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10. Robocraft – 50% of gamers have found previous updates to ruin the game

 

Methodology: Manyspins.com surveyed 3,470 gamers around the world in October 2020 to discover the most ruined game. The survey asked, ‘Which games do you think have been ruined in the past by developer updates?’ and were able to input multiple answers below, this left the pool open to all kinds of games. Manyspins.com then analysed the responses and ranked the games mentioned by players in order to uncover which game updates have disappointed fans the most.

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Evoplay expands Baltic presence with new Optibet collaboration

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Evoplay, the award-winning game development studio, has announced its latest partnership with leading Baltic operator Optibet, part of Entain, marking a strategic expansion in Lithuania and Estonia.

Through the agreement, Optibet now offers over 70 of Evoplay’s premium slot titles to its customers in both markets, including popular games such as The Greatest Catch Bonus Buy, Elven Princesses, and Fruit Super Nova.

Optibet, part of global gaming giant Entain, is a trusted operator across the Baltics, providing Evoplay with a solid foundation to grow its presence in the region.

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This exclusive partnership underscores both companies’ commitment to delivering top-tier gaming experiences and increasing engagement within these key markets.

Ihor Zarechnyi, CBDO at Evoplay, said: “We’re thrilled to partner with Optibet, a trusted name across the Baltics, to bring our games to players in Lithuania and Estonia.”

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Revolver Gaming Welcomes Simon Hammon as Board Advisor

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Revolver Gaming is delighted to announce the appointment of Simon Hammon as its new Board Advisor.

With an illustrious career in the gaming and iGaming sectors, Simon brings an exceptional depth of expertise to support Revolver Gaming’s growth ambitions in the online gaming sector.

Simon Hammon is a seasoned leader in the gaming industry, having previously served as CEO of Relax Gaming, where he played a pivotal role in driving the company’s growth and cementing its position as a leading content aggregator and developer. Prior to his tenure at Relax Gaming, Simon held the role of Chief Product Officer (CPO) at NetEnt, where he oversaw the development of an award-winning portfolio of games and spearheaded major innovations in the sector.

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“We are thrilled to welcome Simon to the Revolver Gaming team,” said Ryan Lazarus, CEO at Revolver Gaming“His extensive experience at the helm of industry-leading organisations like Relax Gaming and NetEnt makes him uniquely qualified to help us strengthen our position in the iGaming landscape. Simon’s insights and strategic vision will be invaluable as we continue to push the boundaries of game design and expand our global presence.”

As Board Advisor, Simon Hammon will work closely with Revolver Gaming’s leadership team to refine the company’s strategic direction and expend its position in the fast-evolving iGaming industry. Under Simon’s guidance, Revolver Gaming aims to broaden its market reach, enhance its product portfolio and delivery service, and solidify its collaborations with operators across the globe.

“Revolver Gaming has established a strong foundation for growth and is a hidden gem on the verge of breaking through to the next level,” said Simon Hammon“The company has a well-earned reputation for creating innovative and highly engaging games, and I’m thrilled to join at such an exciting tipping point. The talent and vision within Revolver Gaming are exceptional, and I look forward to helping the team realise its ambitions and achieve its full potential.”

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Samurai Studio shoots for the stars in Babel Builder Accumulator

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Get ready to hit the neon streets of a space age city in Babel Builder Accumulator – the new cyber punk-themed slot from up-and-coming software provider, Samurai Studio, where scaling towering megastructures can lead to colossal wins of up to 8,082x the bet.

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David Mann, Chief Executive Officer at Swintt, said: “We’ve already been treated to some incredible releases from Samurai Studio – and Babel Builder Accumulator might be the best yet!

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