Summary
GreedFall 2: The Dying Worldhas been available to play in early access for almost a week. However, the long-awaited return of this RPG series hasn’t gone smoothly, as the sequelopened to negative reviews on Steam.
It has since risen to mixed reviews, but that’s still a less-than-ideal place for GreedFall 2 to be in as it tries to bring players in to support development. Now, developer Spiders has outlined what changes players can expect to see, responding to some fan feedback.
Changes Coming To GreedFall 2’s Early Access
First of all, Spiders addresses a common complaint: the new combat system. This is a step away from the more action-orientated combat of the first game, and instead goes for tactical gameplay, encouraging players to pause and line up attacks. Some have taken issue with how this is implemented, but Spiders suggets that this isn’t going anywhere.
“With the introduction of the new tactical pause system, your feedback is and will be crucial for us to ensure that the new system is fun for everyone,” thecommunity updatereads. “With that being said, we are aware that some elements are still a work in progress and need improvement, and that some bugs can hinder your experience for the moment. We noted your feedback on that subject, and we aim to improve it in future updates throughout Early Access.”
Spiders does plan to update the combat by improving auto attacks when going between enemies and making the process of selecting which enemy to attack feel smoother.
The update also explains that there will be bug fixes in the next patch, since this is also attracting a lot of complaints online. On top of this, we should notice improvements to companion AI so we don’t have to micromanage everyone all the time.
Lastly, Spiders says that the character creator currently in GreedFall 2 is very much a work in progress. In the next patch, the studio promises new hairstyles and hair colours. Beyond that, we’re told we can expect a face editor, so we don’t have to rely on presets, and a transmog system.
It remains to be seen if these improvements are enough to win players over. The firstGreedFallgame managed to amass a following, so Spiders will be hoping that it can replicate this during GreedFall 2’s early access period.
Of course, there are issues behind the scenes too. Many developers from Spiders havespoken out against their bosses, accusing them of mismanagement which has negatively affected GreedFall 2. In an open letter, it was even said that some devs felt “shame” towards their own work on the game.
GreedFall 2 is available now in early access, exclusively on PC.
GreedFall II: The Dying World
WHERE TO PLAY
The story starts three years before the events of the first chapter and the adventures of De Sardet.This time you play as a native of Teer Fradee, snatched from your island and taken to the continent of Gacane, the homeland of the colonists. In this old world ravaged by war and scarred by the Malichor plague and the political scheming of the different factions, you need to regain your freedom and take back control of your own destiny. Using diplomacy, cunning or combat, as well as help from allies you find along the way, it’s up to you to end one man’s ambitions of conquest, which could spell the end for both the continent and your island.Dive back into the unique world of GreedFall, this time exploring the old continent! Travel across new landscapes, from Olima – the city of stars of the Bridge Alliance – to the shores of Uxantis, and uncover the secrets of these ancient lands. Meet all the factions that share control over these nations and navigate the treacherous waters of their schemes and conspiracies.Create your own character and find allies to join your team. Help them with their quests, uncover their secrets and make them your friends, rivals or even lovers. As well as equipping them the way you want, you can also take control of them in combat.Immerse yourself in an ever deeper RPG experience where every choice you makes has an impact on your adventure, and where diplomacy, manipulation, infiltration and combat are all viable ways to achieve your ends.
