The developers of The Division 2 have reached out with a message to the fans of the game after a new feature was received critically.
What is this feature? During Ubisoft Forward, the developers of The Division 2 presented their plans for the future of the loot shooter. One of these features is the “Seasons 2.0”.
“At the center of this nerf were seasonal characters,” similar to those in games like Diablo or Path of Exile. The idea behind it is that a new character must be created for each new season, with which players explore the new gameplay mechanics, changes, and similar elements.
This would mean repeatedly leveling new characters from level 1 to level 40. At the end of the season, XP and rewards are supposed to be transferred to the main characters.
How was the idea received? It was received with split opinions, and there were critical voices on the subject, stating that this system works in games like Diablo, but would not fit a loot shooter like The Division 2. Especially players who have spent countless hours with their characters were dissatisfied.
Apparently, there was enough criticism to make the developers reconsider. Because now the team has come forward again and is taking a step back.
Seasonal Characters for The Division 2 are being reevaluated
What The Division is changing now: On x.com, the developer team explained that they have listened closely to the feedback regarding the changes in Seasons 2.0.
After discussions with the team, Seasons 2.0 is now being reevaluated, especially regarding the seasonal characters, “with the aim of proceeding without them,” as the developers communicate. Accordingly, it seems that this matter is settled for now.
Other changes announced for “Year 6” will continue to be implemented as planned, such as the new “One Endgame” and a new story.
How it is being received: In the Subreddit for The Division, the news is mostly received positively by players. It is now partly suggested that an optionality would be enough – that is, you can choose whether to complete seasons with a new character or the main character.
It remains to be seen how the seasonal characters will be handled further. The team behind The Division 2 is expected to announce something once the “reevaluation” is complete. However, it can be assumed for now that seasonal characters will at least not become mandatory.
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