Payday 3, released last year, has reportedly faced significant backlash from players. Starbreeze Studios, the developer, is now planning to significantly reduce support for the game, according to a recent financial report.
While the report states that this reduction in support will not impact the quality of gameplay, many players are highly critical of this decision. They believe that instead of addressing the technical issues and adding content, the developer is prioritizing other projects.
This strategy, of seemingly abandoning a title after an initial period of underwhelming performance, has drawn considerable criticism from the gaming community. Many are concerned that this approach does not adequately address player feedback and may hinder the game's long-term success.
The game, initially met with disappointment, struggled to maintain player numbers compared to its predecessor, Payday 2. Recent patches have attempted to improve player experience, but the planned support cuts raise concerns about the game's future.
This news has further fueled speculation about Starbreeze Studios' overall development strategy. It remains unclear if this decision signals a broader trend of prioritizing future projects over ongoing maintenance and support for existing titles.