Battlebit Remastered: Beating the Giants
The success of Battlebit Remastered is absolutely bonkers. In what world could a distilled version of AAA games, one that removes microtransactions and unnecessary features to focus on core mechanics and gameplay over graphics, be so successful? Well, in our world apparently, because Battlebit Remastered is beating both Fortnite and PUBG in player numbers.
Filling the Gap Left by Battlefield 2042
Call of Duty and Battlefield are the two biggest FPS games in the world, and while both have enjoyed healthy year-on-year sales, the latter has faltered in recent years. The most recent Battlefield game, 2042, tried to emulate Call of Duty and failed spectacularly, leaving a gap in the market that Battlebit Remastered has filled.
The game’s success is attributed to its dedicated development over seven years, targeting a core group of players who don’t want to be inundated with microtransactions and other intrusive features. The absence of money-driven motives during development is a key point, and it’s something that Battlefield 2042 lacked despite similar player demands.
The game has also benefited from a lack of a satisfactory Battlefield game in recent years. Battlefield 2042’s attempt to emulate Call of Duty fell flat, and the somewhat dead in the water Modern Warfare Remaster failed to capture the attention of the competitive FPS community. This left a gap that Battlebit Remastered has filled.
The game’s popularity also comes from its 254-player servers, improved communication systems, and the fact that it’s not trying to be Call of Duty. As players seek alternatives to Battlefield, Call of Duty, and Overwatch, Battlebit Remastered has swooped in and filled that void.
Some players aren’t a fan of the team markers display, but it’s hard to argue against the game’s success in capturing the chaotic Battlefield experience. Other players critique the game’s pixel graphics, leading to a debate about the importance of graphics in gaming.
Ultimately, though, Battlebit Remastered’s success comes from fun gameplay, a lack of microtransactions, and a thriving community. Privacy concerns have also recently emerged due to the developers’ plan to implement FACEIT anti-cheat, which collects information on users’ computer activities.
While some players downplay the security concerns, others are rightfully worried about potential data breaches. The controversy surrounding privacy concerns may well impact players’ decision to purchase the game, but it’s certainly a success in terms of player numbers.
Battlebit Remastered also benefits from Twitch drops and compatibility with low-end computers, but its success is attributed to its low cost of entry, and the fact that it incorporates Battlefield mechanics. Check out the full infographic below for more stats on the shooter game’s success.
Meeting the Demand
While Battlebit Remastered is a huge success, Battlefield 2042’s failure has created an opening in the market that other games are beginning to fill. The lack of a good Battlefield game in recent years has left a huge demand, and games like Battlebit Remastered are stepping up to meet that need.
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