Minority Mindset

The heart of Spaceflux resembles a digital Bermuda Triangle for gamers, drawing them inexorably towards its center when they log in. NeutralPheede’s post raises the intriguing question: “Why can’t I get to the center?” This sentiment reflects the shared wonder and occasional exasperation among the player community, as they ponder over a mystery that they believe should be solvable within the game. L-e-x-i-o-r succinctly captures the confusion when he says, “My mind is boggled,” hinting at the challenge of understanding how a game could prevent players from reaching what seems like an accessible central point.

The exciting journey commenced late one evening when Euphoric-Series-1194 finished an exceptional last-minute touch to their game named Bearzerk. Overflowing with enthusiasm, they made the demo public and retired for the night, envisioning future awards. However, unaware of it, the exhilarating adversary they had developed vanished upon release. Instead of players battling fiercely, they encountered nothing but silence and emptiness, accompanied only by the distant chirping of crickets. Euphoric’s words encapsulated their emotions precisely, “I feel like a complete fool—for letting it happen and for making these people wait 10 hours for me to realize my mistake.” The situation couldn’t have been more unfortunate, and what should have been a live demo turned into a series of humorous blunders filled with chuckles and facepalms.

Hiring freelance artists for video games has become quite popular among independent developers, as they may lack the funds to hire a full-time artist. However, Waste_Artichoke_9393’s post serves as a stark reminder of the potential risks associated with this practice. A witty comment from user mours_lours humorously conveys the sentiment, stating, “Looks like that Fiverr artist swindled you.” This situation underscores a frequent problem where developers opt for cost-effective solutions, only to be dissatisfied with the final product’s quality. Numerous users shared their own disheartening experiences involving artists who failed to deliver or produced subpar work. The thread’s prevailing sentiment serves as a cautionary tale, urging developers to thoroughly research potential talent before hiring online, stressing the importance of making informed decisions.

At Digital Dragons 2025 (as reported by VGC), Pondsmith mentioned that he isn’t deeply engaged with the sequel of Cyberpunk 2077. However, he has been provided with the scripts and he stays informed about some exciting updates to the game world, including a brand new city.

Microsoft announced that the game will be tailored for both PS5 and PS5 Pro consoles. Simultaneously, a complimentary update will roll out on all platforms – PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC – at the same time as the game’s launch on PS5. This update will introduce new functionalities, but Ninja Theory hasn’t disclosed what these features entail yet.