microtransactions
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VALORANT Is Releasing $138 Weapon Skins
17If you were ever wondering how exactly Riot intended to make bank on VALORANT, here’s your answer: skins that cost over $130. Riot Games announced the first cosmetic for their free-to-play shooter overnight, unveiling the first set of dragon-inspired weapons. It’s called Elderflame, and the guns, quite literally, look like you’re holding a young, moody…
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ESRB Ratings Will Now Tell You If A Game Has Loot Boxes
Today the U.S. Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB) announced a new ratings description specifically for games with loot boxes.
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Destiny 2’s Eververse Store Is Getting Out Of Hand
One of the quintessential Destiny experiences is logging onto the game, dropping into a familiar activity and encountering a stranger who looks badass. Maybe they bailed you out of a tough fight, or out-gunned you in a Crucible match, or just have armour that looks light years better than what you’re wearing. You click over…
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Rocket League Replaces Loot Boxes With Pricey Item Shop
Rocket League players will no longer have to worry about grinding for new crates and the keys that unlock them in order to get the custom skins they want. But the new alternative will hurt their wallets.