Following significant player backlash, Spectre Divide developer Mountaintop Studios swiftly adjusted in-game skin and bundle pricing just hours after the online FPS title's launch. This article details the studio's response and the ongoing player reaction.

Spectre Divide's Price Cuts and Refunds Address Player Concerns

30% SP Refund for Early Buyers

Mountaintop Studios announced a price reduction of 17-25% across in-game weapons and character skins, a decision directly attributed to the overwhelmingly negative feedback regarding initial pricing. Game director Lee Horn confirmed the adjustments. The studio acknowledged player complaints, stating, "We've heard your feedback and we're making changes. Weapons & Outfits will see permanent price decreases of 17-25%. Players who purchased items before the price adjustment will receive a 30% SP [in-game currency] refund." This refund is rounded up to the nearest 100 SP.

Importantly, the Starter pack, Sponsors, and Endorsement upgrades remain unaffected by this price revision. Mountaintop Studios clarified that these packs "will not have any adjustments. However, anyone who purchased the Founder's pack/Supporter pack and also bought the above items will receive the additional SP added to their account."

Mixed Reactions Persist Despite Price Adjustments

While some players welcomed the price reduction, the overall reaction remains divided, mirroring the game's current "Mixed" rating on Steam (49% Negative at the time of writing). The initial negative reviews on Steam highlight the intensity of the player response to the high cost of in-game items. Social media comments reflect this duality. One player on Twitter (X) expressed, "Def not enough but it’s a start! And it’s great that you’re at least listening to players feedback," suggesting further improvements are needed. Another player proposed, "I wish we could buy individual items from packs like hairstyles or accessories! You’d probably get more money from me tbh!"

However, other players remain unconvinced, questioning the timing of the changes. One fan commented, "You needed to do that beforehand, not when people are upset about it and then you change it. If you keep on going in this direction then I don’t think this game will last any longer. Cause in future you will get heavy competition from other f2p games too." This highlights the ongoing challenge for Mountaintop Studios to regain player trust and ensure the long-term success of Spectre Divide.