Redfall Developer Q&A Reveals New Game Details

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With the upcoming launch of Redfall on May 2nd, developer Arkane Studios took the time to answer questions from the community.

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The #AskArkane Q&A, listed on Bethesda’s website, revealed some key details fans can look forward to in the upcoming first-person shooter.

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One big feature confirmed is cross-play functionality. Gamers on Xbox can play alongside those on Steam and vice versa.

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Additionally, the topic of difficulty scaling was brought up. QuietGamer90 asked, “How well does the difficulty scale up solo vs. co-op?” Arkane responded by revealing that the difficulty scaling in Redfall is dynamic.

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In terms of co-op, the team is considering not just the progress you’ve made in the campaign but also the number of players in your party.

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“Depending on the size of your party,” the developer says, “you’ll see changes in the sorts of enemies you encounter, how strong they are compared to solo, and the frequency of elite traits.

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Some encounters are always going to be easier or harder than others and some may not change at all.

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Another question brings up Arkane’s past of giving players the freedom to play through the game as they see fit.