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Why do live service games feel so exhausting lately?

Why do live service games feel so exhausting lately?

Update: 2024-05-24
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On this week's Chat Log, Mollie and Lauren talk with Morgan Park about the live service game fatigue we've been feeling. Why does every game need a battle pass and seasonal updates and limited time events? We used to really enjoy those things but now it's starting to feel like homework, isn't it?
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