Minority Mindset

It’s good news that a disappointing launch doesn’t always spell the end for a game. We’ve seen several examples recently where developers successfully turned things around, earning back the love of players. Some of these comeback stories have even become well-known legends.

As soon as I started the demo, I was thrown right into the thick of it! Seriously, I had a gun in one hand and a spatula in the other – it was wild! Before I could even figure out what was going on or what I was supposed to do, I was blasting spiders, and then things got really strange when I suddenly had eight legs instead of two! It didn’t take me long to understand what the game was all about, though – the idea clicked instantly.

The setup isn’t ideal. We can lower the processor’s power usage to 30W – meaning the standard AMD cooler works fine – but this requires reducing the graphics performance. Linus suggests the RX 6600 is the closest match to the graphics card in the Steam Machine, although it uses older technology, so some features won’t be compatible. Also, the power supply is more powerful than needed; finding a 300W version, like the original Steam Machine had, proved difficult.

Seagate’s Expansion Cards were once very costly, but the release of the C50 model made them more affordable.

Even though some players have expressed frustration, a dedicated group remains enthusiastic about Last Epoch. One player shared their positive experience, saying they’ve been enjoying the game since the beta version 0.7 and have already played for over 1,200 hours. They plan to continue playing, hoping to see improvements in the future. This shows that committed players are willing to support the game through challenges, trusting the developers to address issues. Many of these loyal players have likely invested a lot of time creating powerful characters and unique playstyles, and their continued support is based on their initial enjoyment and belief in the game’s potential.

Players considering a new class in Last Epoch have different priorities. One player, Pandarandr1st, started a conversation explaining that they’ll base their decision on how enjoyable, exciting, and good-looking the class is. They don’t worry about whether it’s the strongest class, as they believe having fun is more important than power when playing alone. Many others agree, wanting a new and interesting experience rather than focusing on which class is best.

The main point of discussion is how often and reliably new content is released. One player, Living-Succotash-477, pointed out that since the game launched in early access in April 2019, there have only been three seasons of new content. This is worrying because similar games usually release updates much more frequently. The player asks a key question: “How can you expect players to keep playing – and spending money – if updates aren’t consistent?” This concern is shared by many others in the discussion, who are reluctant to invest in a game that doesn’t seem to have a clear plan for the future.

Man, the hype for “Orobyss” is real! It’s awesome that us existing players get the expansion for free, and people are already buzzing about what they’re calling “Paradox Classes” – sounds like a totally new way to play. But that excitement quickly turned to worry when someone asked if these new classes would cost extra. It’s a real mixed bag of feelings. Some of us are super hyped for more content, while others are really skeptical, and honestly, I get it. It feels like Eleventh Hour Games is walking a tightrope with player trust. A lot of us would rather see expansions and new classes bundled together instead of potentially having to pay extra for everything. It’s just… frustrating, you know?