Horizon Hunters Gathering is reportedly undergoing significant changes after its closed beta, shedding live service mechanics in response to player criticism. The shift comes as part of what appears to be a broader reckoning for Sony's live service strategy, which has faced considerable headwinds. Bloomberg's reporting on the matter suggests the feedback from testers was substantial enough to warrant a fundamental redesign of the game's structure.
- Negative closed beta reception prompted the developer to remove live service systems from the title.
- The change reflects Sony's struggling live service portfolio, which has faced mounting challenges across multiple projects.
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