Concerning Patterns Emerge with Hellblade II and Alan Wake 2 Releases

• Xbox's Senua’s Saga: Hellbade II and Alan Wake II to have digital only release
• Trend of big AAA games opting for digital release only
• Concerns about games becoming unavailable after server shutdown
• Alan Wake II skipping physical release to keep game price at $60
• Disappointment in gaming community over Hellblade II's digital only release

Senua’s Saga: Hellbade II and Alan Wake II Going Digital Only

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Two of Xbox's most anticipated games, Senua’s Saga: Hellbade II and Alan Wake II are set to be released this year. However, it was recently revealed that these titles will not be getting a physical release.

The Trend of Digital Only Releases

Over the years, there has been a trend of big AAA console games forgoing physical discs and opting for digital release only. This move has been met with mixed reactions from the gaming community.

Concerns About Digital Only Releases

While digital releases often come at a cheaper price point, there are concerns about games becoming unavailable once the servers hosting the content are shut down.

Alan Wake II Skips Physical Release

Alan Wake II, which is one of the most anticipated games of the year, has decided to skip any physical release on any platform. The game's publisher, Remedy Entertainment, stated that this decision was made to keep the price of the game at $60.

The Downside of Digital Only Games

Digital only games present several challenges. They are more difficult to preserve on consoles, and they can't be resold or traded in. Additionally, they only exist as long as the companies who run digital stores allow them to.

The Importance of Physical Releases

Physical releases are still important as they offer a certain level of security and preservation. They also allow gamers to play offline and without "Day 1" patches.

Disappointment over Hellblade II's Digital Only Release

The announcement that Hellblade II will also be released digitally only, has been met with disappointment by many in the gaming community.

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