A Troubled Launch for Lost Soul Aside

The highly anticipated ARPG, Lost Soul Aside, has hit the gaming market but not without a hitch. Developed by Shanghai's UltiZero Games and backed by Sony Interactive Entertainment, this action-packed title was launched on Friday for PS5, PS4, and PC at a starting price of RMB 268 (approximately $37).

An Ambitious Game with Technical Woes

Built on the impressive Unreal Engine 4 with the inclusion of RTX ray tracing, Lost Soul Aside promises a captivating open-world experience that combines science fiction and intense swordplay. Players dive into the role of Kazer, a symbiont protagonist, as they unleash fast-paced combos and upgrade weapons to battle a multitude of alien foes.

Launch Day Disasters Reveal Underlying Issues

Despite a thrilling concept and an impressive launch that saw over 3,070 concurrent players on Steam, the game quickly faced backlash due to a myriad of technical issues. Gamers reported frustrating locked frame rates during the opening cinematic, the frustrating inability to remap controller buttons, and severe account-binding failures.

The Review Fallout: 'Mostly Negative'

As a result of these complications, first-day reviews on Steam were disheartening, landing at a disappointing 'mostly negative' rating. Fans of ARPGs and new players alike are left wondering if Lost Soul Aside can recover from this bumpy start or if it will fade into the gaming abyss.

What’s Next for Lost Soul Aside?

With gamers voicing their concerns, the community watches closely to see how UltiZero Games will address these issues and whether future updates can salvage the game's reputation. Can Lost Soul Aside turn this rocky launch into a triumphant comeback? Only time will tell.