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REVEALED: 7 in 10 Say THIS Game Has Been Ruined by Updates!

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Many players find themselves frustrated with games when developers make changes that significantly impact their enjoyability. This has led to hordes of gamers abandoning their previously loved games because of bad and unnecessary updates.

Which game has ruined its reputation most thanks to bad developer decisions? ManySpins.com set to find out. They surveyed 3,470 gamers worldwide to see which game developments and updates have turned players off the most!

RESULTS:

 Game  Percentage who say updates have ‘ruined the game’
 1  War Thunder  72%
 2  Star Wars Galaxies  68%
3  RuneScape  65%
4  Uncharted 2: Among Thieves  64%
5  Fortnite  61%
6  PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds  56%
7  Realm Royale  55%
8  Minecraft  53%
9  The Culling  52%
10  Robocraft  50%
11  League of Legends  47%
12  Team Fortress 2  44%
13  Paragon  44%
14  Apex Legends  41%
15  Gwent: The Witcher Card Game  40%
16  Firefall  38%
17  Destiny 2  36%
18  Stellaris  33%
19  Loadout  30%
20  Planetside 2  28%

 

Manyspins.com found that War Thunder takes the title of game ruined most by developer updates, the top choice for 72% of gamers! Players noted that game developers’ changes were unsatisfactory, and in 2019 this statement was upvoted by 77% of Redditors. Every year in the UK there are 1,200 searches from gamers looking to ‘fix War Thunder’, with many searching for solutions to slow download speeds and jammed guns.

Almost 7 in 10 (68%) players voted Star Wars Galaxies among the games ruined most by content updates. Many players began the game excitedly but once developers began adding more features in 2005, it turned sour as gameplay had completely shifted.

The game with the third most disappointing update is RuneScape, with 65% of players not enjoying the new content according to Manyspins.com. Throughout the years there have been countless complaints online due to the way Jagex has altered the game, pushing away many day-one fans.

In fourth place is Uncharted 2: Among ThievesFalling slightly behind RuneScape, 64% of gamers vote Uncharted 2 updates as discouraging. It was mentioned that this game is the worst in the series because the structure is too similar to Uncharted 1, although some players disagree.

Interestingly, Manyspins.com discovered that a whopping 61% of gamers voted Fortnite updates as the worst! Gamers have ditched the Battle Royale game because the updates are more suited towards a mainstream audience, something that loyal players believe has ruined the game overall.

In sixth and seventh positions are PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds and Realm Royale, raking in 56% and 55% of votes respectively due to the disappointing changes made after the original release.

To complete the top 10, other games include:

8. Minecraft – 53% of gamers have found previous updates to ruin the game

9. The Culling – 52% of gamers have found previous updates to ruin the game

10. Robocraft – 50% of gamers have found previous updates to ruin the game

 

Methodology: Manyspins.com surveyed 3,470 gamers around the world in October 2020 to discover the most ruined game. The survey asked, ‘Which games do you think have been ruined in the past by developer updates?’ and were able to input multiple answers below, this left the pool open to all kinds of games. Manyspins.com then analysed the responses and ranked the games mentioned by players in order to uncover which game updates have disappointed fans the most.

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Amusnet Brings Top-Notch Entertainment to Belgrade Future Gaming 2024

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Amusnet, a leading provider in the iGaming industry, is eagerly preparing to unveil its latest offerings at the highly anticipated Belgrade Future Gaming 2024 on May, 28-29. With an impressive lineup of cutting-edge casino selection, the Type S slot cabinets series premiere in Serbia, and an exclusive activation to visitors, the company is poised to serve as a top-notch entertainment spot at one of Southeastern Europe’s premier gaming expos.

“For оur third participation at Belgrade Future Gaming, we’re excited to debut our Type S slot machines in the heart of Serbia and give attendees a firsthand experience of excellence in all three of our verticals. From the immersive gameplay to the cutting-edge technology behind our offerings, we believe the expo will be an unforgettable event for everyone involved. Visit booth NY1 to experience Amusnet’s award-winning and top-performing slot portfolio firsthand! Discover exciting new business prospects with your global gaming partner,” Mihail Georgiev, Country Manager Serbia at Amusnet, said.

The inaugural Land-based slot cabinet series is the result of two years of hard work by more than 100 Amusnet professionals. It was manufactured according to the highest global standards of the industry. All three slot cabinets, the Type S 50 F, Type S 32 and Type S 27, are fueled by Amuser Plus, an internally designed hardware system. The machines offer a selection of Amusnet award-winning gameplay, including titles like Fruits & Gold, Vampire Bites, 20 Golden Coins, Cocktail Rush, and others. Amusnet is launching its Type S slot cabinets series in Serbia, highlighting it as a focus market along with Bulgaria, Romania, Croatia, and Georgia.

Traditionally, Amusnet will offer a broad selection of signature and new online casino games. 20 Golden Coins stands out as a one-of-a-kind fusion of classic fruity themes and next-generation video slot games. Clover Islands is one of the company’s latest slot releases with three bonus games – a Buy Bonus feature, a Wheel of Fortune, and a Pick Me mini-game – to boost winnings and guarantee engaging gameplay.

The Live Casino offering is available in Serbia to immerse players in the atmosphere of a real-life casino. Along with some of its most popular games, such as Vegas Roulette 500x, Live European Roulette and Dynamic Roulette 120x, Amusnet will present the latest additions to the vertical, three new Virtual Roulette games – Virtual Monaco Roulette, Virtual Space Roulette and Virtual Vegas Roulette.

The four-level Mystery Jackpot Cards game sets Amusnet’s online casino portfolio apart, adding an extra layer of excitement and rewards for players, making the gaming journey even more thrilling and rewarding.

Moreover, an interactive self-run activation is specially created for Belgrade Future Gaming, so the atmosphere at booth NY1 will be vibrant and filled with excitement and connection, making Amusnet once again the hub for top-notch entertainment. Visitors will have the chance to try special-themed cocktails inspired by the company’s signature slot games and win exclusive prizes right away, creating unforgettable memories.

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NOVOVISION Tournament – Managing Live Table Tournaments Fast & Easy

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NOVOVISION tournament is the latest addition to the extensive suite of gaming management applications comprised in NOVOMATIC’s visionary NOVOVISION casino management solution.

The functionalities include detailed settings for the game types, chips, rounds, buy-ins and a dynamic prize calculation as well as sophisticated table and player management, thus significantly reducing the administrative effort and making the organisation of live table tournaments basically child’s play. The application also enables operators to manage the tournament display content as well as messaging and sound notifications for an unlimited number of screens across their venue.

Via this intuitive system app, operators can monitor and control all tournament details live and in real-time. Timers indicate the current duration or time left to start specific events while other actions during the ongoing tournament, e.g., reseating, removing, adding players or manually shortening the tournament by skipping individual rounds, just require a few clicks in the system. All tournament events are tracked in real-time and instantly displayed in the “history” tab.

NOVOVISION tournament supports a variety of card games, e.g., Poker variants, Black Jack, Baccarat/Punto Banco, and is fully integrated with the NOVOVISION cashdesk for the tournament registration as well as the players’ buy-ins & prize wins directly via their NOVOVISION wallet.

Jens Einhaus, Sales Director NBS, said: “Poker tournaments are hugely popular casino events, but anyone who has ever run one knows how much effort and attention to detail goes into organising it smoothly. The atmosphere on the floor is tense enough and there is no room for delays and mishaps. With our new NOVOVISION tournament module, operators can fully rely on the system to guide them through all the tournament events and settings. I am absolutely convinced that operators will love the ease of use and players will enjoy the smooth operation and clear real-time display of information.”

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Amusnet Expands its Portfolio to Czech Republic with Tipsport

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Amusnet, a leading gaming provider, is expanding its reach in the Czech market through a brand-new partnership with Tipsport, one of the country’s top operators. This new launch represents a significant extension of a successful collaboration in Slovakia, where the company’s game portfolio has already gained popularity and has been available on the operator’s site since 2023.

“Collaborating with Tipsport extends our presence in Europe and emphasises our ongoing dedication to delivering exceptional player experiences worldwide. Joining forces with a recognised leader with a rich history demonstrates reaching a new level of excellence focused on continued growth and mutual prosperity”, shared Irina Rusimova, Chief Sales Officer at Amusnet.

The player base of Tipsport in CZ can enjoy plenty of new slots such as Shining Crown, Amazon’s Battle, Bulky Fruits, Great 27, Burning Hot, Supreme Hot, and Cocktail Rush, which have already proven to be highly acclaimed in the market, along with the chance of winning one of the four levels of the attractive Jackpot Cards Mystery Jackpot.

Bulky Fruits is among the most popular video slot games of Amusnet in the Czech Republic. It offers a mixture of juicy wins in its traditional fruity variety of lucky symbols and lots of entertainment. Its high-quality graphics and epic sound effects complement the vivid gameplay, guaranteeing an engaging experience for all fruit slot lovers.

Cocktail Rush, one of the newer additions to Amusnet’s Online Casino portfolio, takes players on a getaway to a tropical island and a holiday to remember. This dream-come-true adventure is garnished with plenty of enjoyable cocktails and amazing prizes scattered across the game’s 5 reels and 10 fixed lines thanks to its beautiful graphics, enchanting music, and easy-to-operate user interface.

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