A second delay has been confirmed for Jail Architect 2, lower than a month earlier than the anticipated launch date. The sport is now anticipated to launch on Sept. 3.
The announcement got here Friday from writer Paradox Interactive and developer Double Eleven. The preliminary launch for PS5, Xbox, and Steam was scheduled for March 25 after which delayed to Might 7. The additional 4 months will likely be used to deal with crash points as reminiscence utilization was impacting gameplay, as detailed in a statement from Paradox.
“Whereas we at present have builds licensed on all platforms and are able to launch, some points concerning reminiscence utilization and minimal spec configurations experiencing extra failures have emerged.”
“Contemplating the legacy of Jail Architect, and also you – our passionate group, we need to ship the very best sequel to such a beloved recreation, with out slicing corners to take action.”
Hiya Architects,
We’ve made the laborious determination of delaying Jail Architect 2 from Might seventh to September third.We’ll use this time to work on lowering crashes, optimizing efficiency, and sprucing current options. Learn extra: https://t.co/Jwl8Yoj7rI pic.twitter.com/8FwflOoxnd
— Jail Architect 2 – Pre-Order Now! (@PrisonArchitect) April 19, 2024
Response to the second delay for Jail Architect 2
Double Eleven will focus on and elaborate on its intentions to additional develop a number of the current options of the sport throughout a Jail Architect 2 stream on April, 25, by which it’s going to element additional updates as a part of the timeline to launch the sport in September.
Social media reactions had been usually accepting, particularly after Paradox issued an apology this week for the botched release of Cities Skylines 2. One user on X stated, “I’ll take it, Paradox is studying from Cities Skylines 2 that speeding a recreation isn’t good,” while another opined, “I’m glad that is occurring, it’s good to see builders admitting their recreation isn’t going to be prepared when initially deliberate, and taking motion on it.”
There was disappointment expressed however given the context of the earlier delay and different Paradox issues, persistence and area will likely be granted by avid gamers so long as the upcoming launch of Jail Architect 2 delivers.
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