Fans of the asymmetrical horror game, The Texas Chain Saw Massacre, were eagerly awaiting the arrival of the new playable character, Virginia, in the game’s most recent update. However, excitement quickly turned to frustration as players encountered numerous glitches and issues, particularly on PlayStation platforms.
Developed by Sumo Nottingham and released in 2023, The Texas Chain Saw Massacre has drawn comparisons to the popular title Dead By Daylight for its thrilling gameplay and horror elements. As a live service game, regular updates are expected to introduce new content and tweak mechanics. However, the latest update seems to have brought more trouble than anticipated.
In a recent Twitter post, Sumo Nottingham acknowledged the issues faced by players, confirming that the release of Virginia for PlayStation users had been delayed until 2 pm EDT. Despite her eventual release on all platforms, players encountered various problems with the game, including glitches affecting Virginia’s outfits and skill tree. Additionally, some PC players reported experiencing network issues, despite having stable internet connections.
The launch of Virginia, voiced by horror actress Barbara Crampton, was highly anticipated, especially considering her intriguing backstory involving a missing son. Equipped with special abilities to blind enemies and contaminate blood buckets, Virginia adds a new dynamic to The Texas Chain Saw Massacre’s gameplay.
However, the excitement surrounding Virginia’s arrival was overshadowed by the persistence of glitches and bugs, leaving many players disappointed with the update. Despite efforts to address the issues, some problems persist even after her release.
In a separate development, The Texas Chain Saw Massacre announced a change in developers, with Sumo Nottingham stepping aside and Black Tower Studios taking over development duties. This transition adds another layer of uncertainty for players, who hope that the new development team will address existing issues and continue to deliver engaging content in the future.
As fans await further updates and improvements, the glitch-ridden release of Virginia serves as a reminder of the challenges faced by live service games and the importance of thorough testing before introducing new content.