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Is Tarkov Having an Identity Crisis?
(Intro) As the release of 1.0 looms evermore over the horizon, I think it’s important to have a conversation about the identity of Tarkov and where it stands today. At this point, Tarkov has created a name for itself by being, from the outside looking in, a difficult first-person extraction shooter where you lose your gear if you fall during your raids. And for players who have any length of time in this game, they know that’s only part of the whole story, While yes, it’s an extraction shooter and you lose your stuff, everything else you may hear about if you aren’t an active player doesn’t line up with what the gameplay loop actually ends up being most of the time. So much so, that after everything that has happened and now that the hardcore wipe is over, people have been asking what the heck is Tarkov supposed to be. What’s the identity of the game and does it even understand itself anymore. These are solid questions to ask. Again; we’re so close to release, that this is the worst time for the game to try and figure out who or what it’s supposed to be. And the developers are gonna’ have to figure that out. So, let’s have a conversation about what Tarkov is supposed to be as a game, how it has strayed away from that philosophy over the years, and how it may be having an identity crisis, at the absolute worst possible time.
By Jirasu4 months ago in Gamers
Vision Versus Reality in Tarkov
(Intro) With everything currently going on with Tarkov, from the hardcore wipe to its soft cancelation, one thing that has become somewhat apparent when looking at all of this from a wider lens, is that Tarkov’s scale and scope has shifted so much over the years. I mean, it’s kind of obvious when you say it out loud but really think about it: this game went from a small niche title that was specifically being created for players who enjoy a much more hands-off immersive approach to a first-person shooter. Skipping over many of the more conventional measures we are accustomed to from annual franchises and other titles. But Tarkov was willingly going against the grain in terms of gameplay, expectations and scope. It wasn’t trying to be the biggest, but something true to itself and to those that played and experienced the game from start to finish. And over the years, there has been a tangible shift in priorities; a necessary evil to see the game through to the end. And sadly, that has alienated some people from ever coming back. What I wanted to focus on today, is the original idea, and missions statement from BSG and Tarkov, and how eventually, it all took a sharp turn into something that is still very much Tarkov but has lost some of that original essence and edge to it. What the definition of a hard game in the context of EFT means and disconnected things feel now, unfortunately right before they release 1.0.
By Jirasu5 months ago in Gamers
Guatemala vs. El Salvador: A Classic Central American Rivalry
Introduction: A Rivalry Beyond Football The rivalry between Guatemala and El Salvador goes far beyond the football pitch. Whenever the Guatemala national team (Selección de Guatemala) meets the El Salvador national team, it captures the attention of millions across Central America and abroad. Fans ask the same questions every time: “¿A qué hora juega Guatemala? ¿Dónde ver Guatemala vs El Salvador?” This isn’t just a game—it’s a cultural event.
By KAMRAN AHMAD5 months ago in Gamers
Tarkov is Releasing Soon
(Intro) We officially have Tarkov’s release date. BSG not too long ago put out a cinematic trailer that revealed the official 1.0 release date: November 15th, 2025. I’m honestly surprised it was released this way; I figured they would’ve made more of a deal out of it. But it kind of just popped up one day in the afternoon and now, here we are. That’s barely under three months away. And honestly, a lot still needs to happen either before, or on that release date. And that’s what we’re going to discuss; the final real stretch, what needs to change inside of the game, what we could expect and whether or not BSG can actually do this. Can they? I don’t know anymore…
By Jirasu5 months ago in Gamers
Beyond the Screen: The Lives of Gamers
M Mehran When most people think of gamers, they imagine someone isolated in a dark room, glued to a screen, thumbs flying over a controller. But for many, gaming is more than a pastime—it’s a world, a community, and even a path to self-discovery.
By Muhammad Mehran5 months ago in Gamers
Mission 001: Report At HQ (Part TWO)
JC tried opening his eyes but his surroundings felt fuzzy. He could hear the steady sound of a ventilation system around him. His body hurts him as he attempts to lift the left arm. His hand finds no grip but, on his right, Denton scratches a sterile concrete wall. The place is somber, silent and seems deserted.
By Emmanuel de Meulenaer5 months ago in Gamers
Apex Legends Tips & Tricks: Dominate Every Battle Royale Match
As Apex Legends entered the market, it transformed the battle royale game with fast-paced play, creative Legends, and team-based strategies. For beginners, the pure velocity is overwhelming; for veterans, the ability to refine their edge is a never-ending pursuit. No matter if you're climbing the ranked tier list, searching for proven methods, or even exploring Apex Legends esports betting websites, mastery of the fundamentals—and beyond—will make you stand out among the crowd.
By Deborah Larson5 months ago in Gamers
Hardcore Tarkov is Over
(Intro) Well, after just over six weeks, the community can say the hardcore wipe has come to a close. It didn’t go out with a bang, but instead, a small whimper. On August 20th, BSG released a series of patch notes that reverted almost all of the changes that were associated with the hardcore wipe. There are a couple of mechanical differences that are still prevalent from the hardcore wipe, but most of the grievances of players have been reverted to what they were like in previous wipes. This whole thing has been a crazy ride. Some of it good, some of it interesting but not flushed out completely. And some of it utterly trash. So, let’s go over what has been reverted, where we stand now that hardcore is no more, and just have a small postmortem for the challenge and all the headaches that surrounded the idea. It could’ve been good; it should’ve been good. But sadly, things did not go exactly as planned.
By Jirasu5 months ago in Gamers
The Lessons to Learn from this Hardcore Wipe
(Intro) This hardcore wipe has been a tumultuous experience since day one. Even before it released and we were seeing all the incoming changes prior to the wipe, there was this tepid hesitance in the air from the community that this might end poorly. Well sadly, it kind of did. Issues with features we were forced to engage with, problems for many with the pacing of the entire experience, and a general disdain for having to be forced to play with it whether you wanted to or not. And the part that stinks the most? This could’ve all been avoided. There were many different ways BSG could’ve handled this hardcore wipe and made it an experience that while still not for everyone, something that people were at least willing to play with. The game needed a shake up like this; but not exactly like this. So today, instead of talking about what went wrong, let’s go over what BSG could’ve done to get it right and the different lessons that can be learned going forward into 1.0.
By Jirasu5 months ago in Gamers
BSG Balanced the Fun Out of the Game
(Intro) For a long time, EFT has been losing some of its spark when it comes to having fun with the game. And it feels as though recently, it’s kind of come to a head. The hardcore wipe was a solid idea on paper, but wasn’t executed in a way that felt fulfilling, satisfying or even remotely fun for many players. While most of us were excited to try it and see what BSGs version of hardcore looked like, and even with a gameplan in mind, things still didn’t play out how a lot of us wanted. But this feeling of the game just not feeling fun goes beyond hardcore; it’s more of a phenomenon that many have been experiencing for years now. And no, it isn’t because people are tired, bored or jaded at the game. It feels as though many aspects about EFT that players thought were fun have been slowly removed or balanced out over the course of the game's life. The game was never supposed to be fun, technically. And yet, hundreds of thousands of players found the fun in EFT. But now, the hardcore wipe has been a reminder that sometimes, less is more; you don’t need to artificially create problems to sell us the solution. Tarkov is unique because it’s really the only extraction shooter that has gotten the formula down. Risk and reward; it’s as simple as that. But let’s go over why Tarkov feels as though some of the fun has been balanced out or simply removed. Some of it will directly involve hardcore, and other elements, not so much. I remember this game being so much fun; where did it all go?
By Jirasu5 months ago in Gamers
Fence in Tarkov – An Old, Wasted Gimmick
(Intro) Fence has always been an… interesting trader in Tarkov, to say the least. A mysterious fellow who for the longest time, was kind of just around as a trader of random items. For years, he had no quests, no real purpose, and no progression. Essentially, he acted as a sort of beta test for the flea market, if you will. Because any items sold to Fence could be purchased by well… anyone. As long as they were on his menu when that item was sold it would pop up in his inventory, they could get that item at an increased price. But as time has gone on, other new mechanics that were more flushed out were introduced, making his gimmick feel both old and somewhat useless. They have tried to give him purpose with new quests as well as linking him to your scav karma, but ultimately, he still feels underutilized to an extent. So today, let’s talk about Fence; his role early on, what he evolved into, how he could be potentially spruced up and what he could theoretically look like when 1.0 drops.
By Jirasu5 months ago in Gamers
Golden Age Of Bond Games: From 'Agent Under Fire' to 'First Light'
I didn’t realize it then, but looking back, it’s remarkable that some of my first true Bond experiences came not from the silver screen or the page, but from a controller. Agent Under Fire, Nightfire, and Everything or Nothing—three original Bond stories told through games—were among my clearest entries into this world, I have come to love. I didn’t compare them to the films. They were the films to me: cinematic, stylish, yet unburdened by the weight of the legacy Bond films carry.
By Art-Peeter Roosve5 months ago in Gamers