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Diablo 4's new mount costs more than the actual game (www.pcgamesn.com)
submitted 10 months ago by inclementimmigrant to c/games
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And have we come full circle to god damn horse armor.

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[โ€“] [email protected] 7 points 10 months ago (1 children)

I think FOMO is quite a strong motivator for a addictive person. At least loot boxes were obtainable via playing the game. I wouldn't say I am an excessive gamer, but I still managed to basically get everything over the span of 6 years playing the game. But now you HAVE to spend money to relieve FOMO pressure. Forcing you to spend money is quite predatory.

[โ€“] [email protected] 5 points 10 months ago* (last edited 10 months ago)

I agree with this. Overwatch 2 is FOMO galore. It stressed me out.

With Overwatch 1, most content came back later, with exceptions for the charity skin and a few small things.