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The PS5, Xbox, and PC versions of : Ultimate Edition have one major, head-scratching difference. Ultimate Editions are a fairly common release strategy for AAA games: a few years after release, once they've completed a run of DLC, they'll bundle everything up into one convenient package. They'll usually boast some snazzy new packaging, a different cover, and from time to time, a banner if they've won a Game of the Year award., which recently saw an impressive 2.0 update followed by the electrifying DLC, seems to have finally found its footing, so the time is right for an Ultimate Edition of .
These Ultimate Editions tend to be good deals, nice collectibles, and perfect starting points for players who might've missed a game's original release. However, the announcement of 's was marred by confusion and controversy, mostly caused by an inexplicable, seemingly avoidable release format decision. Here's what's going on, and an idea of why.
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For whatever reason, the PS5 version of Ultimate Edition won't include the DLC on a disc. The Xbox and PC versions have the DLC on a disc, while the PS5 version comes with a voucher code to digitally download it. This is confirmed by a series of online pre-order listings for the PS5 release, all of which display a small banner reading, "." Digitally downloading the DLC takes up more hard drive space, and also destroys any resale value the Ultimate Edition might've had. On PS5,once that code is used, it's functionally identical to the base edition.
not including its DLC on a disc seems baffling, but there may be a perfectly good explanation. According to an X (formerly Twitter) post by <a href=«https://twitter.com/dark1x/status/1726961532805025891?ref_src=» https: rel=«noopener noreferrer» target="_blank">John Linneman
of, Sony uniquely requires developers who release DLC packed in on game discs to create a new Stock Keeping Unit, or SKU. In short, this requires recompiling the entire game and resubmitting it to Sony for licensing approval — both processes that require a great deal of time and money that CD Projekt Red may not have wanted to spend.
And this isn't the first PlayStation game to put out off-disc DLC codes in a special edition, either. and 's Game of the Year Editions, 's Gold Edition, and 's Ultimate Edition all came with separate codes on the PS4. 's Ultimate Edition included the DLC on disc for Xbox Series X/S players, but on a separate voucher for PS5 players.
So it's not totally unheard of to release an Ultimate Edition with DLC on a separate voucher, but it is a little disappointing. Either way, 's Ultimate Edition is still a good deal, including the base game and DLC for just the price of the
Those with an active Game Pass Ultimate subscription can now purchase the Deluxe Edition of Immortals of Aveum for only $7.99.
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has come a long way from its bungled launch in December 2020. The massive 2.0 update overhauled many of the game’s systems. The newest version, Update 2.1, went live today, December 5, for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S. While the changes may not be as drastic, the new version includes several exciting new features.
I was expecting 2.0 to be Cyberpunk 2077's last big update—which made me pretty dang surprised and excited to hear that a follow-up patch, 2.1, actually has some good meat to its bones.
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has undergone a lot of changes since its release in December 2020. has evolved into a game known for solid gameplay, an impressive narrative, and an immersive world. Night City, 's setting, has a long history and, like the game itself, has undergone a lot of changes.
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CD Projekt Red surprised with the announcement of a new, unexpected, Update 2.1 coming to on December 5, 2023, whichs adds an amazing number of new features and updates to the game. After earlier reports that September's DLC and massive 2.0 update would be the last major changes the game would see as devs moved on to work on 's sequel and the next game, this patch 2.1 is a pleasant surprise. The update includes many needed changes for accessibility features, but also many content updates for vehicles and the long-awaited metro system.
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