Live ServiceDesignBalance
Patch vs. Map: Balancing Character Buffs and Level Design in Live Services
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2026-02-09
10 min read
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How balance patches and map updates must be coordinated in 2026 live services—cross-game lessons from Elden Ring Nightreign and Arc Raiders.
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