New video game launches are always the talk of the town. As soon as a reveal arrives in the community, they get hooked by the idea of playing it. However, due to some reasons, some game releases come under the shadow of delays. Likewise, Dead Island 2 seems to be facing a “12 short weeks” delay. But the fans root for the game, nonetheless.
Dead Island 2 is an upcoming action role-playing game. Backed by Dambuster Studios and published by Deep Silver, the game has profusely left the fans enticed. Carrying the genre of horror and dark humor, the game chiefly deals with an adventure through zombie action. However, the fans might have to till April 2023 to lay their hands on the game.
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Dead Island 2 enrolls a delay notification but has something for the fans too
To give a brief, Dead Island 2 had faced a delay earlier as well. As reported by VGC, the game was supposed to release in February 2023. However, a recent official notification might take the date a little bit ahead.
As tweeted by the Twitter account Dead Island(@deadislandgame), “The delay is just 12 short weeks and development is on the final straight now. The new release date for Dead Island 2 will be April 28th 2023.” Moreover, they continued the tweet thread by informing the audience about a gameplay showcase. As per the tweet, it will be held on December 6 on Twitch, YouTube, and their website.
The delay is just 12 short weeks and development is on the final straight now. The new release date for Dead Island 2 will be April 28th 2023.#DeadIsland #SeeYouInHELLA pic.twitter.com/Vf1NARTECo
— Dead Island (@deadislandgame) November 17, 2022
Moreover, in a picture attached to the tweet, the authorities gave reassuring words to the fandom backing them. As per the picture, they said, “We’re going to take the time we need to make sure we can launch a game we’re proud to launch. For those of you who’ve been waiting for years, thank you for hanging in there with us.”
Surely, the developers are trying their best to give life to a generation-defining game. Moreover, to reciprocate the gesture, fans pass on their unchanged anticipation and love for the game.
What do the fans say after receiving the news of an unfortunate delay and the upcoming gameplay showcase?
Understandably, delays could take criticism from the video gaming community. However, this surely doesn’t seem to be the case for Dead Island 2. Notably, the news was well received by the video gaming community.
Moreover, fans were seen giving motivation and wishing the game over the unfortunate delays. A fan even tweeted, “Well, keep up the good work. We won’t be disappointed 😊Ps : I can’t wait… 😉.”
To give a vivid view, here are the reactions of the people to the tweet:
Not a big surprise but also not a bad thing.
Take your time and thanks for the new look on December 6— Lucas#GOWR❄️⚒️ (@lucaslu_ckli) November 17, 2022
Won't pretend that I'm not slightly disappointed with this news but an extra 12 weeks can't hurt when I've been waiting years for this glorious game!
I hope this gives the team the time needed to deliver the best possible game and more importantly deliver it crunch free! 💙💙
— Sam🕊️ (@CFCJoji) November 17, 2022
Take all the time you need to make it the best it can be.
Don't rush the team, but take your time and make the game the best it can be.
— Kaede (@kaedevils) November 17, 2022
Take all the time you need, folks! I’m sure the game’s gonna be a helluva ride regardless!
— Brandon Cade (@RexWolfen) November 17, 2022
As we’ve seen with God of War, Red Dead Redemption II, Elden Ring, and more, a small delay like this is nothing in the long run and will be forgotten quickly after release. Take all the time you need, I can’t wait to play!
— Kay (@kayjune_) November 17, 2022
We had wait almost 10 years. Wait a little longer is not a Big deal. Lets go!! I Can't wait to slay zombies in hell a 👍✌️😉
— javi (@Zarok616) November 17, 2022
I still have the utmost faith in Dambuster and this delay just shows the dedication to the game and franchise itself.
After all we have seen long awaited games just released in a horrible state because they refused to delay the game more.
— Lou Tenant (@NCR_Lou_Tenant) November 17, 2022
I’ve had this game preordered since 2014. I can wait for a couple more weeks just to have the game you envisioned.
— Haden Culver (@JackdawSails) November 17, 2022
we wait patiently pic.twitter.com/k07hw9LsqI
— CLG KarimCheese (@KarimCheeseg) November 17, 2022
Well, keep up the good work.
We won't be disappointed 😊Ps : I can't wait… 😉
— 𝔾𝕣𝕖𝕘 ℂ𝕒𝕣𝕡𝕖𝕟𝕥𝕚𝕖𝕣 (@greg_carpentier) November 17, 2022
NOOOOOOOOOO. Knew it was too good to be true.
But on the brightside atleast you’re guys are putting it’s quality first, please delay again if the game isn’t ready, if dead island 2 is busted up on launch I’ll literally be heart broken
— Slim_Jim_Bim (@Slim_Jim_Bim) November 17, 2022
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Take all the time that's needed, Cant wait to play!
— Craytex ✪ (@craytex) November 17, 2022
Thus, it can be safely said that the delays couldn’t shake the interest of the fans. Above all, the community seems to be hyped for the upcoming gameplay showcase. Therefore, one has to wait to see the new world enclosed in the upcoming video game, Dead Island 2. Moreover, one can play the game on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox X|S, Xbox One Stadia, and PC via Epic Games Store.
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What are you expecting to see in the gameplay showcase of Dead Island 2? Do let us know in the comments below.
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