Silent Hill fans have been waiting for a new installment for quite some time now, and given the fact that Konami hasn’t announced anything new regarding the horror series, fans are beginning to lose hope that a new game will be released anytime soon.
However, there’s good news for those who love Silent Hill 2 and its horrific monsters. It may not be a new video game entry, but Pyramid Head and Bubble Head Nurse from Silent Hill 2 will be coming back in the form of a Figma.
If you don’t know what Figma are, they are action figures that were first introduced by Japan. One reason why they’re so popular is that they have posable joints, perfect for taking pictures of. Not only that, but each Figma comes with extra pieces, such as props, face plates with varying facial expressions, as well as hands that you can mix and match.
The Figma of these two Silent Hill 2 monsters were already released a few years back, but production for them was stopped. As a result, the two became pretty rare Figma and could only be found available through re-sellers — that is, until this re-release.
Now, the Figma for Pyramid Head and the Bubble Head Nurse are both available for pre-order, with Pyramid Head costing $83.99 and the latter $73.99. As for its respective additional pieces, Pyramid Head will come with his Great Knife and spear, along with a stand and swappable hands.
On the other hand, Bubble Head Nurse comes with a knife and metal pipe, as well as a stand, her own set of swappable hands, and extra head parts. You can pre-order both of these Figma until December 2, after which they are scheduled to be shipped out by August 2021.
Even though there’s no longer any hope for the Silent Hill franchise to make a comeback, a couple of the games from the series and their main characters have gained attention from fans lately.
For instance, gamers have created mods that crossed Silent Hill over to other horror titles such as Amnesia. Another example is when the developers of Dead by Daylight partnered with Konami to make Silent Hill‘s Heather Mason and Cybil Bennett playable characters.
It’s truly unfortunate how all we’ve had so far are constant rumors about new Silent Hill games after previously-announced titles kept getting canceled. What’s even worse is the fact that none of these rumors seem concrete and they all just drift away into the void, never to be heard of again.
As such, this is why many Silent Hill fans previously encouraged Sony to buy the rights to Silent Hill and other Konami games, as it seems like the developer is more than happy for its games to just gather dust on the shelves. However, it’s highly unlikely that this will happen at all.
So for now, all fans can do is hold on to the great memories that the Silent Hill franchise was able to give them, as well as enjoy the tiny crumbs that have been provided to the fanbase as of late such as the re-release of these two Figma.
Genshin Impact fans have been treated to a ton of news updates recently, and it appears that this won’t stop anytime soon. In a recent announcement by developer miHoYo, players can expect a pretty significant update before the year ends.
If you’ve played Genshin Impact, you’re aware by now just how vast the game’s open world is. However, an update that’s set to release in December will introduce a map expansion, providing players with even more areas to explore and fight monsters.
The Chinese-made title has only been out for a couple of weeks, yet it is already considered to be one of the most popular games out there right now. We’re not altogether surprised though, given the fact that it has gameplay mechanics that many gamers are fond of.
The world of Treyvat is huge, so much so that its open world was likened to that of The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, especially since both games allow players to do so much in its expansive worlds.
Even though at this stage in the game’s life it’s highly unlikely that most players have already finished exploring every inch and crevice of the game’s map, it’s also possible that there are those who are close to doing so and will want more areas to explore.
That being said, miHoYo has recently provided the fans with a roadmap for expected updates, and it contains details of what the next three updates will contain. According to the roadmap, Version 1.1 will be released on November 11, while Version 1.2 is set to release on December 23.
Now, this second update will be the one that contains the map expansion. Its release is timely too, given the fact that the update will launch right before the winter holidays, which consequently means more players will have time to explore the world during vacation.
This upcoming map will contain a new unexplored area called Dragonspine. Similar to the upcoming Elemental Crucible event, the new area will be introduced through an in-game event that will motivate players to traverse it.
Dragonspine can be seen on the in-game map, but it’s entirely blacked out. In other words, there’s no way to get a glimpse of the area just yet. That being said, we still don’t know if a lot of new areas will be included in the game in the future
At the moment, Dragonspine has already been coded into the game, which means that miHoYo will most likely just concentrate on the existing content available now and encourage fans to explore every inch of Genshin Impact’s extensive world.
We expect that once the game is out for a longer period of time, more events and items will be introduced to the game, which will flesh out the already-existing areas and will prevent the players from getting too bored.
Even though Genshin Impact has gotten really popular and received a lot of positive reviews, there are still a couple of issues that miHoYo needs to address, such as the rumor that an upcoming version will unnecessarily nerf a few characters.
We just hope that the developers won’t bite off more than they can chew when it comes to releasing new content that they don’t resolve the ongoing issues that players have.
Apex Legends players have been on the constant lookout for new updates on Twitter recently, and this is most likely because reliable dataminers such as Shrugtal and Biast12 have been on the roll lately when it comes to releasing new details about the game.
Their most recent discovery was about Apex Legends’ new Halloween skins. This time around, it appears that they were able to uncover new details regarding Season 7 after going through the game’s data once more.
As always, the dataminers shared their new findings on Twitter, which they believe will be content featured in the upcoming season. The items they’ve discovered were each tagged as “Ascension,” causing many players to theorize that this will be Season 7’s subtitle.
If so, this would make a lot of sense given the fact that there have been rumors saying that the new season will feature a new map. At the moment, the most likely candidate is Olympus, a city in the sky. This is a floating map that was initially previewed in Loba’s introduction.
As for the new leaks, Shrugtal posted screenshots showing new weapon skins for the Hemlok and Longbow. That said, the dataminer speculates that these two skins will be made available to players on the Battle Pass.
As you can see, the Hemlock’s color palette is bright purple and green, while on the other hand, the Longbow is sporting a more turquoise design with patterns that look like spiderwebs.
Then, Shrugtal proceeded to reveal a new Rare skin for Wraith, which they also believe will be included in the Battle Pass as well. The new skin, which comes in dark purple and has white and gold accents, gives Wraith an almost regal look.
Biast12, on the other hand, has been providing fans on Twitter with other findings outside of weapon and character skins. More specifically, the dataminer was able to find that new weapon charms will be making its way to Apex Legends.
The charms in question are of creatures you’ll find in the game, more specifically the Leviathan and the Prowler. However, these charms have turned the beasts into adorable origami and there are even different variations you can pick from. You’ll find a sample of the Leviathan charm below:
Shrugtal and Biast12 are two of the most reliable Apex Legends dataminers, and they have both been busy rifling through the game’s data ever since the Aftermarket event and crossplay update were released.
Because of these two, players have gathered a lot of new information regarding upcoming content, one example being the Shadow Royale LTM for Halloween. That being said, their biggest discovery so far is most probably the upcoming character called Horizon.
Previously, data uncovered from the Apex Legends’ code implied that a legend called Valk will be included in the roster. However, it appears that recent findings indicate otherwise, as dataminers were able to procure a lot of information that suggested that Horizon will be the next legend instead.
We’ll definitely keep a close eye on Shrugtal and Biast12’s Twitter accounts, as more information could be revealed in the future.
Blizzard has been working on Overwatch 2 for quite some time now, and leaks and rumors from reliable sources have even been circulating that the game will be released soon. Fans have been scouring the internet for any updates regarding the highly-awaited sequel, especially since the developers remained silent about it and haven’t released any new details regarding its development.
In fact, the only thing that fans have been holding on to is the brief preview released last year. Given how excited fans can turn into full-blown detectives, rumors about the possibility of a beta version being in the works don’t come as a surprise.
According to Dexerto, new files regarding Overwatch 2 have been discovered and these files imply that there is a playable version of the game. That said, there’s not a lot to go here because there’s not a lot of information as well.
Fans are waiting for Blizzard to announce an official release date, but since details are scarce right now, they assume that the game will be released some time in 2021. As for the new files that were recently discovered, these can be viewed via the Battle.net Launcher, which is what one would usually use to play Blizzard games such as World of Warcraft.
The files, which have been named as “prov2,” use labels that haven’t been seen on Overwatch files before. We speculate that “prov2” is basically “ov2” but with a prefix.
Not only that, but the files are labeled as content distribution network (CDN) files, and these are usually only used for pre-distributing data that makes it easier to download a patch.
As such, seasoned gamers quickly noted that if these mysterious “prov2” files were referring to Overwatch 2, then it also means that a beta version or something similar to that is currently being worked on and will be available to the public soon.
That being said, “available soon” could simply mean that it will only be available to a select group of people. That is if these rumors are true. So, fans shouldn’t expect too much when it comes to being able to play the game, especially since Blizzard is still working hard to promote the original.
As a matter of fact, fans can play Overwatch for free on the Nintendo Switch from October 13 until October 20. With that in mind, it’s possible that the files don’t necessarily point to a beta version at all.
Another possibility is that international or non-local voice actors could be sending Blizzard some voice files, which would mean that the developers would need some version of the game to apply them to.
In any case, this is definitely something worth keeping tabs on. After all, the fact that the files are labeled as “prov2,” which is a label that no other files carry, is a pretty big deal and should be worth noting.
From what we know so far, the character Sojourn will be introduced in Overwatch 2, along with many new features and content such as new stages, characters, and game modes. At this point, the only thing Blizzard hasn’t revealed yet is the game’s release date.
As you may or may not know, Nintendo is well-known for being very serious when it comes to protecting its intellectual property. In fact, the company is quick to act when it comes to taking down fan-made projects like the Super Mario Bros. battle royale and Pokemon Uranium.
Now, it appears that the most recent target is the famous TikToker and Twitch streamer pokeprincxss, which has resulted in her completely rebranding her online image as well as handing over all the money she has made on merchandise sales.
At the moment, pokeprincxss has about 1.9 million followers on TikTok and she has quite a lot of followers on Twitch as well. However, she’s no longer allowed to keep her former identity, which is why she is now known as digitalprincxss instead.
The TikTok star recently uploaded a video on YouTube explaining what happened and why Nintendo sued her. You can watch the said video below, but please note that it contains some coarse language.
As you can infer, the name pokeprincxss is inspired by the Pokemon franchise, which is under Nintendo. In fact, the content creator is even covered in numerous tattoos of different Pokemon.
Since she has quite a huge following, she started to sell merchandise inspired by her former name pokeprincxss, which is an extremely common thing to do for many content creators on TikTok. Not only that, but she also proceeded to trademark her username via LegalZoom.
Since her former online identity was obviously inspired by Pokemon, she started creating merchandise that had a lot of Pokemon imagery such as Pokeballs and the like. She assumed that if she altered the art enough, using Pokemon imagery in her case would be considered as a parody and therefore, wouldn’t cause any legal issues.
After all, countless people online sell all kinds of Pokemon content such as fan arts. “I was young and dumb and I was just going full force with it because I didn’t know what I was doing was wrong,” she says in the video.
However, around 2 months ago, pokeprincxss was informed by LegalZoom via email that Nintendo gave her a cease and desist. It appears that the company didn’t want people to assume that she was affiliated with them in any way, especially since Nintendo has a family-friendly image to uphold and pokeprincxss is a part of the adult entertainment industry.
Pokeprincxss then proceeded to hire a lawyer who assisted her in the entire process, from fixing the issue with Nintendo as well as in rebranding. A couple of fans asked her why she didn’t just change the spelling of her brand to something similar like “poki,” however she states that she didn’t want to be in any more legal trouble with the company.
Lol, digimon will not come after me for my name solely for the fact that nobody would confuse me with the company when my content/brand isn’t at all surrounded by digimon.
That being said, pokeprincxss believes that the reason why Nintendo targeted her specifically is because of her affiliation with the adult entertainment industry, along with the fact that she trademarked her name and sold merchandise containing obvious Pokemon imagery.
In the end, she gave to Nintendo every penny she received from her merchandise and rebranded to digitalprincxss. Near the end of her video, she clarifies that she doesn’t hold any grudge against Nintendo and would still continue supporting the company.
According to Bravely Default 2’sofficial Twitter account, more information about the upcoming RPG will be revealed soon. Square Enix has been silent about the title for the past couple of months, but the upcoming news update might reveal when the game will be released.
In fact, the last major update we received about it was from March when the Switch eShop released a demo for the game.
Despite its name, Bravely Default 2 is actually going to be the third main installment in the series. The first game, Bravely Default, as well as its direct sequel, Bravely Second: EndLayer, both take place in the same universe, Luxendarc.
However, this isn’t the case for Bravely Default 2, as it will be set in a different world. That being said, it won’t completely stray away from the first game in the sense that the gameplay mechanics will still remain the same. More specifically, the game’s battle system will center around “storing and spending actions.”
The Twitter post came with a sketch of the familiar characters from Bravely Default by Naoki Ikushima, the game’s character designer. The post was more of a dedication to Bravely Default’s 8th anniversary of when it was released on the 3DS, although it wasn’t released to the West until 2014.
However, the tweet also says that fans should stay tuned because more information about Bravely Default 2 will be released soon.
Many fans have been holding their breath for new Bravely Default 2 updates for a while now. The team behind the game previously announced that it would be released some time in 2020, and based on the demo’s content, development was far along already early in the year.
Given the fact that many games’ release dates have been affected due to the coronavirus pandemic, it’s possible that Bravely Default 2’s development was slowed down as well. However, this recent news may indicate that it wasn’t significantly affected.
Players have been looking forward to seeing what kind of changes and improvements have been made to this third installment, especially after Square Enix producer Tomoya Asano apologized for the supposedly sub-par quality of Bravely Second: End Layer in an interview.
Our assumption is that the developers want to avoid the same controversy by refraining from revealing a lot of details about the game before its release. If this is truly the case, then it’s highly likely that fans will only be seeing new updates about it right before its scheduled launch date.
In any case, a lot of fans can’t wait to once again experience another title that follows Square Enix’s inventive turn-based gameplay. Especially since these days, games like Final Fantasy 16 have moved away from the turn-based fights that Square Enix fans know and love.
That’s one of the things that make the Bravely Default franchise so great, as it still uses turn-based combat yet improves upon it by making use of unique and complex job options.
For now, all we can do is sit and wait, hoping that the upcoming news update means that we can play the title soon.
Working your way with the Microsoft cloud computing services entails in the first place an in-depth mastery of Azure Architecttechnologies and their design. That is why Microsoft has created two separate but interrelated evaluations for these two substantially huge terms that are very crucial features Certbolt Website of Azure. To know more about them, read below.
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Understanding the AzureArchitect design alone is very possible but may become quite a challenge for a candidate. Hence, knowing both the Azure Architect technologiesand their design details will surely be valuable in your career. So, if you’d like to become proficient in both, you must go for the Microsoft AZ-303 and AZ-304 assessments that will let you earn the Microsoft Certified: Azure Author: Amanda E Solutions Architect Expert certification.
The test coded AZ-303 will make you well-informed about Microsoft Azure Technologies while its counterpart known as AZ-304 will equip you with the knowledge of Azure Architect Design. Overall, the AZ-303 certification test is a measure of your capability to design and implement various solutions running on Microsoft Azure.
Plus, if you advance yourself further with its related exam on the design aspect, you will have a well-rounded comprehension of Microsoft Azure as a whole. In this article, however, let us walk you through the concepts and/or skills that you will obtain if you take the first step, which is the Microsoft AZ-303 exam.
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As long as you have a background in Microsoft Azure, IT technologies, and networking environments, you can surely keep ExamSnap AZ-303 Microsoft Azure Architect Technologies up with this test. AZ-303 is all about how you will design and implement solutions while incorporating other vital aspects like compute, network, storage, and quality. In particular, you will be navigating the Azure infrastructure and as you explore it, you will be dealing with its management, security as well as app solutions, and data platforms.
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However, you should know that the competencies for the Microsoft test AZ-303 can only be learned by continuous practice and training. But don’t be discouraged, there are a lot of exam resources for AZ-303 to give you an effective and organized preparation process.
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As you become a validated Azure Solutions Architect, you transform into a more versatile professional working around the Download AZ-204 Free Azure technologies. Thus, you will be involved in advising stakeholders and partnering with cloud database administrators as well as clients to effectively translate business requirements into optimal and efficient results.
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Well, Microsoft Azure involves an integration of Architect technologies and design to totally grasp the whole picture. With the Microsoft AZ-303 certification exam, you will have a better judgment of the development MS-100 and implementation processes of Azure solutions. And with its related test, you will surely develop into a competent and sought-after Azure Solutions Architect Expert.
Moon Studio, the developer of Ori and The Blind Forest and Ori and The Will of the Wisps, is the latest game designers to try and be a part of Nintendo’s highly-acclaimed Super Smash Bros. Ultimate.
If their request is heard, they would want Ori, the main character in both games, to be included in the roster of fighters. If you’re not familiar with the titles, both Ori and The Blind Forest and Ori and The Will of the Wisps are action-platformer games starring Ori, an adorable-looking guardian spirit.
Along with Ori is Sein, a character considered to be the “light and eyes” of the Forest’s Spirit Tree. Both games are heavily inspired by classic titles such as Metroid and Rayman, in that they both contain puzzles, enemy combat, and platforming.
Moon Studio didn’t just draw inspiration from video games, though. The Iron Giant and The Lion King were two films that highly influenced the franchise.
Moon Studios’ request came after the surprising news that Steve from Minecraft will be a DLC fighter for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. After all, Nintendo and Microsoft have been on really good terms recently, as games that were once exclusive to Microsoft consoles such as Cuphead and both Ori titles have been ported to the Nintendo Switch.
As such, we wouldn’t be altogether surprised if Ori crossed over to the all-star brawler. We can already imagine Ori’s move set, which would be focused more on speed and agility like Pikachu’s since he’s a small character that won’t weigh a lot.
The Spirit Edge sword from the second installment would be great for when Ori does jabs, tilts, smash attacks, and aerials. This will allow him to quickly and easily hit enemies. As for the special attacks, there are a couple of potential ones to choose from, such as the Spirit Arc arrow and the Spirit Star which looks like a boomerang.
On the other hand, Ori’s Light Burst could be used as his up-special. If they want him to have a floating ability like Peach or Daisy, Ori could use of Kuro’s Feather. There’s a lot to work with here and Nintendo won’t run out of ideas if they do decide to include Ori.
In any case, if Ori ends up getting added in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, he would be the first indie character to ever be included in the roster. The only time we saw indie characters included in the fighting title was through Assist Trophies and Mii Costumes, such as Sans from Undertale or Shovel Knight from Shovel Knight.
However, the roster itself is only for characters that are a part of big franchises, even if it’s not a game by Nintendo. Even though we’d love to see Ori fighting other characters, we really doubt that this would happen anytime soon.
It’s a huge honor to be included in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, and right now this honor can only be given to those gaming icons. Although Ori is definitely an interesting character to behold, we would be lying if we said that he’s just as important as other famous characters like Joker from Persona 5.
There are many platforms that allow you to share small files and documents with anyone in the world. However, most of these file-sharing services control the size of files and folders you can transfer. So this makes it hard to share movies, games, and other huge files over the internet.
However, we’ve compiled a list of five file-sharing services that allow you to share large files of any size with anyone. This article highlights their unique features, integrations, and how they get the job done.
1. FileWhopper
FileWhopper is a file-sharing tool that allows you to transfer files and folders of any size without buying a storage or subscription package. Freelancers and gamers can easily transfer large amounts of data by paying a one-time fee that depends on the size of the file or folder that is to be transferred.
Your first transfer of up to 5GB is free, and you can subsequently send files/folders for as low as $4.99 for 10GB, $5.99 for 15GB, etc. Data transfers occur at a fast speed, and recipients can start downloading files even when the upload is still ongoing. All files and folders are encrypted with a unique transfer ID and password. So any information sent via FileWhopper can only be accessed by the sender and recipient.
Key Features
There are no transfer limits in FileWhopper: users can send files of 1GB, 1TB, or even 10TB.
There is no need for a monthly subscription or storage plan.
FileWhopper is a pay-as-you-go platform: users only pay a one-time fee based on the size of the transfer.
Files and folders are encrypted with a transfer ID and protected with a password.
FileWhopper’s multi-threaded data transfer technology allows uploading and downloading to happen simultaneously.
How to Use FileWhopper
FileWhopper is highly intuitive and easy to use, and the entire process of registration, payment, and file/folder uploading is pretty straightforward. Feel free to use the steps below to perform a transfer using FileWhopper:
Now, click the “Choose file” button to pick a file or the “Choose folder” button to pick a folder. You can also drag the file or folder onto the corresponding button and drop it.
On the new screen, locate the “Folder info” section to confirm the size of your file or folder.
Under the “Additional services and price” section, you’re free to include extra services by checking the relevant boxes.
Afterward, scroll down to the “Register/Log in” section and select the “Registration” button to proceed.
Type your name and email address into the provided space and select the “REGISTER” option.
Go to your inbox or spam folder to confirm your email address and proceed to make the payment using a debit card or PayPal.
After making your payment, on the next screen, you will see the option to download FileWhopper’s tiny desktop app. It will auto-delete after the upload is finished.
Open the desktop app and proceed to upload the file or folder you have paid for by clicking on “CLICK TO CHOOSE FOLDER”.
Now, copy the download link and password and share them with the recipient.
2. WeTransfer
WeTransfer is a highly intuitive and user-friendly platform that allows users to transfer files and folders without registration. With WeTransfer, it’s easy to send files to anyone as long as you have their email address. You are able to share links with a maximum of 50 people and can also track who has downloaded your file or folder.
The free plan allows users to send files of up to 2GB at a time, and the pro version, which extends this limit to 20GB, starts from $12 per month. The Pro plan is suitable for those who want to send unlimited files, customize transfer emails, and more.
Key Features
Registration is not required.
Its simple drag-and-drop interface makes the transfer process easier.
You can send files and folders of up to 2GB for free.
WeTransfer integrates with Sketch, Slack, and more.
It is compatible with web browsers and iOS and Android devices.
3. Filemail
Filemail is a simple file transfer platform that is compatible with web browsers and iOS and Android devices. To make a transfer, you only need to fill in your email address and that of the recipient and then attach the file or folder you want to send. You can send a file or folder to unlimited recipients, track the number of times it has been viewed or downloaded, and also control when the download link should expire.
With the free plan, you can upload files and folders of up to 50GB, while the Pro plan also allows you to store up to 1TB. Remember, files that are sent on the free plan on Filemail aren’t encrypted.
Key Features
Registration isn’t required to make transfers.
You can send files and folders to unlimited recipients.
There are download tracking and management features available.
4. pCloud
pCloud is a cloud storage service that gives users up to 10GB of free storage. It also doubles as a file-sharing platform that allows users to send files of up to 5GB. You can easily invite anyone to view folders. You can also share protected download links and also public links if the recipient doesn’t own a pCloud account.
With pCloud, you can track file history for 30 days and rewind to previous file versions in case you accidentally delete a file or make mistakes. pCloud also has a feature called “pCloud Crypto” – it allows you to encrypt files right from your device before they are sent to the cloud.
Key Features
You can enjoy a lifetime subscription plan.
There is unique client-side encryption for files and folders.
It is compatible with Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android devices.
5. TeraShare
TeraShare is a file-sharing and cloud storage platform. You can share files with unlimited recipients and also track their bandwidth in order to improve download speeds. A recipient can start downloading data without having to wait for the sender to finish the upload. However, if a transfer is less than 10GB, recipients can always access the data in the cloud and download it at any time.
Key Features
You can transfer data to unlimited recipients.
You get to enjoy a forever-free cloud storage space of up to 10GB.
The platform features simultaneous uploads and downloads.
No wonder gamers, programmers, and freelancers have to share large files every now and then. Hopefully, the options in this article have made it easier for you to choose the right file-sharing platform.
We would like to know what file transfer platform suits your needs best and why. Feel free to use the comment box to tell us about your experience.
As of now, Apex Legends is halfway through Season 6, which is why many of the fans are wondering what Respawn Entertainment has in mind to shake things up with the current legends.
This sixth season eason was when Rampart was introduced to the game, but players are noticing that Season 5’s legend is being left out and forgotten. Loba from Apex Legends Season 5 appeared to be a wonderful addition to the meta with her teleportation skills and looting abilities.
However, the downside is that she has some pretty crippling weaknesses, so much so that she’s currently on the bottom tier if you compare the different legends and their character strengths.
When Season 6 was launched, many fans were requesting for a Loba buff, which was, in fact, given to them. However, it seems that this was not enough.
In Season 6, Loba’s Black Market Boutique ultimate received a buff, reducing its cooldown time from the original three minutes to ninety seconds. This meant that Loba and her team were able to loot more often.
However, the downside to this is the fact that her ultimate, the Black Market Boutique, is a kind of ability that would let the enemies know where her position is. Before she received the buff, developer Daniel Klein talked about boosting her looting powers by possibly increasing the number of looted items from two to three or ever four.
Previously, Klein explained why giving Loba a major buff would not be a logical move. For one thing, he says that if they implement the potential buffs for Loba, many of these would alter the gunfighting so much that it would no longer be the same Apex Legends game fans know and love.
In a response to a Reddit thread talking about the patch notes, Klein says “the main reason we can’t just bring everyone up to Lifeline/Wraith/Pathfinder’s level is that we’re then stepping away from making a gun game and approaching making a character game.”
He used Overwatch as a reference, saying that it’s a great example of a character game. However, that’s not the kind of game the studio wants Apex Legends to be. Even though it can’t be denied that the character abilities in Apex Legends play a huge role, it’s still a shooter title that focuses more on guns and the like.
Among other things, Klein also discusses the reasons why it would be a problem to either eliminate Loba’s weaknesses or increase her capabilities.
We can see now that the devs really do want to make some positive changes to Loba’s character, but it’s just too complex given the fragility of her abilities’ balance. The developer also shared a few potential ideas for Loba, but it might take a while before any improvements get implemented since they would still need to test it.
For now, it’s good to at least know that the team over at Respawn Entertainment is brainstorming ideas about the possible ways Loba can be used in the sixth season and how they can improve her.
