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The gaming community's initial reactions to these rumors are overwhelmingly negative. Comments like "don't you dare," "this is the worst case scenario," and expressions of frustration reflect a collective anxiously hoping that EA does not secure the acquisition. The community fears a future where high-quality franchise titles might be compromised for profit-driven motives, leading to annualized, rushed, and monetized releases.
Some go as far as jokingly lamenting the potential for Batman games plagued by loot boxes, empty storytelling, and unnecessary microtransactions. They recall EA’s past controversies and express concern over the likelihood of losing the core qualities that made these franchises special.