‘Suicide Squad Refund’ searches skyrocket 791% globally after early access launch is already taken offline
Analysis of Google Trends search data reveals that online searches for ‘Suicide Squad refund’ exploded by 903% globally on the 30th of January. Shortly after the highly anticipated early access launch of Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League, a bug emerged that forced Rocksteady Studios to take down servers for emergency maintenance.
Conducted by McLuck, the analysis revealed that following the midnight launches in each time zone, there was also a 936% surge in global searches for the ‘Suicide Squad bug’.
Unimpressed early-access players faced full story completion upon logging on, which meant certain game features and story spoilers would have been unlocked. As the game is online-only, even the single-player portion was unplayable.
A spokesperson for McLuck commented on the findings: “The glitch-ridden launch not only left players grappling with technical issues but also prematurely exposed the game’s central narrative, dampening the essence of the entire experience. Early adopters, who had anticipated a seamless and engaging storyline, now face the unintended consequences of a rushed release.
With a lack of clarity on potential refunds for those who invested an extra $30 for early access, players are also urging Rocksteady Studios to implement offline modes to combat any future unforeseen online disruptions.
This situation is a stark reminder of the paramount importance of delivering a polished product, coupled with transparent communication and responsive customer support, to uphold the trust and satisfaction of Suicide Squad fans.”
More About Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League Video Game Release
From Rocksteady Studios, the creators of the Batman: Arkham series, Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League is a genre-defying third-person action shooter where the ultimate band of misfits must do the impossible to save the world: Kill the Justice League.
Embark on a daring mission alongside the recently enlisted members of Amanda Waller’s notorious Task Force X, better known as the Suicide Squad—Harley Quinn, Deadshot, Captain Boomerang, and King Shark. Their objective: an audacious quest to eliminate the Justice League in the expansive and dynamic open world of a Metropolis besieged by Brainiac’s invasion and haunted by the very heroes who once safeguarded it.
Each Squad member brings unique traversal abilities to navigate the vast and war-torn Metropolis, blending free-roaming exploration with vertical combat for an unforgettable gaming experience. Players have the freedom to experiment with diverse play styles, unleashing maximum damage on adversaries. Whether opting for a solo adventure or teaming up online with three friends, players can tackle this dangerous mission in their own distinctive manner.
Following the game’s release, anticipate an ever-evolving Metropolis with ongoing updates, including free additions of playable villains, new environments, weapons, in-game events, and more—all seamlessly included with the base game purchase.
PS5, Xbox Series X|S & Steam Release Date: February 2, 2024
Epic Games Store Release Release Date: March 5, 2024
