A lack of communication.

[Wilks]

I think it would be better if we heard something every so often. Twitter/X has went silent. The discord is silent. A little update about what they have to do to get the game ready for either another play test or release would be good. Little updates if they are making buffs/nerfs, changes to the mechanics or map POIs in anyway.. Something that could give us an idea if they are ready to release or we are still a long way out.

[Sorry]

Man, the tech test ended like a week ago. You're acting like they've gone radio silent for months lol.

[Wilks]

Originally posted by Sorry:

Man, the tech test ended like a week ago. You're acting like they've gone radio silent for months lol.

Not a single thing I said implied anything close to months. There is nothing wrong with asking about updates either? Plus how often did they update between this test and the previous.. Goes a long way with the community if they keep us in the loop no?

[Lord Dazed & Insane]

Originally posted by Wilks:

I think it would be better if we heard something every so often. Twitter/X has went silent. The discord is silent. A little update about what they have to do to get the game ready for either another play test or release would be good. Little updates if they are making buffs/nerfs, changes to the mechanics or map POIs in anyway.. Something that could give us an idea if they are ready to release or we are still a long way out.

It's been 5 days dude

[Wilks]

Originally posted by Lord Dazed & Insane:

Originally posted by Wilks:

I think it would be better if we heard something every so often. Twitter/X has went silent. The discord is silent. A little update about what they have to do to get the game ready for either another play test or release would be good. Little updates if they are making buffs/nerfs, changes to the mechanics or map POIs in anyway.. Something that could give us an idea if they are ready to release or we are still a long way out.

It's been 5 days dude

Well it's been longer than that but from the play test till now isn't the main point. The game was announced in like 2020-2021 and they barely updated the community up unless play tests were going on, That is fine but I feel like they could benefit from being a bit more transparent with the community. You are acting like i'm asking for something unreasonable..

[Sorry]

But what would they really gain from it, tho?

I get that you want information and all, but for developers, being too transparent with updates and communication often just leads to getting harrassed by players who don’t understand that the devs are making the game they want to make and can't cater to everyone. Because,everyone wants something different.

Just look at this forum, it’s full of negativity and endless demands. They should just focus on making the game they want and not worry too much about pleasing everyone.

So far that’s what they did, and they made a banger

[Wilks]

Originally posted by Sorry:

But what would they really gain from it, tho?

I get that you want information and all, but for developers, being too transparent with updates and communication often just leads to getting harrassed by players who don’t understand that the devs are making the game they want to make and can't cater to everyone. Because,everyone wants something different.

Just look at this forum, it’s full of negativity and endless demands. They should just focus on making the game they want and not worry too much about pleasing everyone.

So far that’s what they did, and they made a banger

Again, you are putting words in my mouth.. I didn't say anything about being completely/too transparent? I said a little update.. yes they don't need too but the longer they wait the less excitement people have for the game. Giving a little bit of something will keep the hype, instead of people forgetting about it. There is nothing wrong with what they are doing, I didn't say they were wrong for not giving us something but there isn't anything wrong with me asking for a little something either. They can only benefit by keeping the community (the people paying for their product) in the loop whether that be little updates, screen shots or something else.

[=PixelSwarm=]

If you find yourself dithering and shaking with a strange fever, the game got you good :p and you may as well just hand over your money now

[Grimmsch]

Originally posted by Wilks:

I think it would be better if we heard something every so often. Twitter/X has went silent. The discord is silent. A little update about what they have to do to get the game ready for either another play test or release would be good. Little updates if they are making buffs/nerfs, changes to the mechanics or map POIs in anyway.. Something that could give us an idea if they are ready to release or we are still a long way out.

I give you something

From todays Nexon earnings report :

Embark Studios recently completed a large test on a new game, ARC Raiders, which exceeded our expectations for YouTube and Twitch views, and beat our wishlist goal on Steam by 50%. The Embark team is now working to integrate player feedback and polish the game ahead of the launch.

ARC Raiders A large, global tech test conducted earlier this month significantly exceeded our expectations for key metrics, including wishlisting on Steam. Participation and early retention were particularly good in Western markets. With very limited advertising, the game was a top six most-watched games on Twitch and surpassed 20 million views on YouTube.

Source :
https://pdf.irpocket.com/C3659/vAfC/ZVvB/oOWE.pdf
or if that is too sketchy for you
https://www.nexon.co.jp/en/ir/

tldr:
Techtest exceeded expectations.
Embark is now working to integrate player feedback and polish the game ahead of the launch

Now let them focus on work.
Focus on something else.
They will communicate when they have something substantial to say.
Hype can and will be reignited.

I expect at latest some news during Summer Game Fest on June 6th.

[Wilks]

Originally posted by Grimmsch:

Originally posted by Wilks:

I think it would be better if we heard something every so often. Twitter/X has went silent. The discord is silent. A little update about what they have to do to get the game ready for either another play test or release would be good. Little updates if they are making buffs/nerfs, changes to the mechanics or map POIs in anyway.. Something that could give us an idea if they are ready to release or we are still a long way out.

I give you something

From todays Nexon earnings report :

Embark Studios recently completed a large test on a new game, ARC Raiders, which exceeded our expectations for YouTube and Twitch views, and beat our wishlist goal on Steam by 50%. The Embark team is now working to integrate player feedback and polish the game ahead of the launch.

ARC Raiders A large, global tech test conducted earlier this month significantly exceeded our expectations for key metrics, including wishlisting on Steam. Participation and early retention were particularly good in Western markets. With very limited advertising, the game was a top six most-watched games on Twitch and surpassed 20 million views on YouTube.

Source :
https://pdf.irpocket.com/C3659/vAfC/ZVvB/oOWE.pdf
or if that is too sketchy for you
https://www.nexon.co.jp/en/ir/

tldr:
Techtest exceeded expectations.
Embark is now working to integrate player feedback and polish the game ahead of the launch

Now let them focus on work.
Hype can and will be reignited.

"Now let them focus on work"
As if my post is somehow pulling their focus away from the work they are doing.
♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥ it's like the 4 of you who replied all share the same brain and you are fighting for whose turn it is to use it.