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In a surprising twist, Team Jade has announced that the upcomingDelta Force:Black Hawk Downcampaign DLC will be free for everyone. TheDelta Forcedeveloper emphasized on social media that this last-minute decision is “a gesture of gratitude” to players who have supported the game since the open beta.
Delta Forcehas returned to the gaming scene after a long break, bringing back the iconic series with a free-to-play, team-based experience that leverages modern technology.Team Jade decided to develop a new campaign calledBlack Hawk Down, inspired byDelta Force’s 2003 entry in the franchise and Ridley Scott’s 2001 film. The developer had initially planned to release the DLC earlier but had to delay it to meet the quality standards Team Jade was aiming for. However, just a day before the campaign’s official release, the developer made an unexpected decision.
After thecomplicationsDelta Force’sBlack Hawk Downcampaignfaced, Team Jade has announced that it will be a free-to-play DLC. The campaign launches on February 21, and everyone will be able to play it without spending any money. Team Jade explained that this decision stems from the studio’s previous commitment to making all playable content free. However, in a Twitter post, the developer also emphasized that this is a “gesture of gratitude” to players who have supported the game from the very beginning.
Delta Force: Black Hawk Down Campaign Will Be Free to Play
This announcement understandably came as a surprise to players, who floodedDelta Force’s Twitter post with positive reactions. Comments range from excitement over being able to play the game for free to fans expressing hope that other AAA games will follow suit. WithDelta Force’sBlack Hawk Downcampaign set to launch in less than 24 hours, the developer has provided more details in a Steam blog post.
Addressing FAQs, Team Jade noted that the campaign is designed for co-op play, though solo players can take it on if they choose. However, the developer warns that playing solo will be highly challenging and advises tackling the campaign with a squad of four otherDelta Forceoperators, as it was designed with co-op in mind.
For PC players curious about different gameplay options, Team Jade mentioned that, as of now, the game only supports keyboard and mouse controls, though controller support is planned for a future patch. TheBlack Hawk Downcampaign promises to be a rewarding co-op experience packed with content, and players can look forward to diving in at no cost.
