Very few things embody the love/hate relationship that esports players have with game developers more than patch notes.
Every time a big update comes to a competitive title, some players rejoice, as it may be fixing a problem they find particularly troublesome, while some get infuriated because a beloved character, item or ability is not the same as it was before. Meta changes, strategy shifts and roster rebalancing are all a big strain on a player’s mental load, leading often to frustration and possibly burnout.
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Fighting games are a prime example of this dynamic.