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what to look for in a game’s post-launch roadmap before you preorder a live-service title

I used to pre-order live-service games on instinct: slick trailers, a cool concept, and the promise of "a game as a service that evolves over years." After a few rough launches and pay-to-win surprises, I learned to treat preorders like contracts — not with legal jargon, but with expectations. If...

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what to look for in a game’s post-launch roadmap before you preorder a live-service title

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how netflix’s algorithm actually decides which cancelled shows to revive (and how fans can make a difference)

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How to evaluate a video game's endgame content without playing hundreds of hours

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