In a bold move to combat a recent influx of cheaters, the developer of Dark and Darker, Ironmace Games, has executed a server wipe, resetting players’ progress entirely. This drastic measure aims to address challenges posed by exploiters who have plagued the game.
Learning from Challenges
Ironmace Games acknowledged that this initial server wipe came sooner than expected, driven by the persistent threat of exploiters. However, they view this experience as a valuable lesson and have taken steps to bolster the game and its services against such adversaries.
A Nuclear Solution
Resetting all player progress, including gold, skills, items, and character levels, is a comprehensive approach to tackling cheaters. By leveling the playing field and providing developers with a clean slate, it becomes possible to rectify issues that may have contributed to cheating.
A Relentless Fight Against Cheaters
This isn’t the first time Ironmace Games has confronted cheaters in the dungeon-crawling PvP game. The developer recently declared that combating cheaters is a top priority and had released an update aimed at curbing hacking activities just a week before the wipe.
A Glimpse into the Future
The maintenance that accompanied the server wipe also brings several other changes to the game. Players can look forward to the return of voice chat, adjustments to healing potions, bandage application time, and numerous balance changes for the Bard class. The patch notes and official post provide a comprehensive list of all upcoming changes.
While the servers are now operational, Ironmace Games remains committed to implementing further adjustments based on community feedback and plans to roll out frequent balance updates in the coming weeks. Players and fans should anticipate ongoing disruptions and improvements as the battle against cheaters continues.
