Gamers will remember the lack of review codes for the Xbox One and PS4 versions of Cyberpunk 2077 and the disaster those game versions were. While it’s possible that the choice has to do with avoiding spoilers and allowing for a more unified fan reaction, it tends to be because something is wrong with the game and reaction to the launch is expected to be less than ideal. In the modern video game world, a studio withholding review codes before launch is almost always a sign of trouble. Chatter around the internet this week seems to confirm that very few reviewers are receiving review codes for Forspoken prior to launch and speculation as to why is ramping up. The embargo for reviews ends on Monday, January 23rd, but it sounds like not very many reviewers and review sites will have access to the game before launch.

Those waiting to see reviews before picking up the game themselves are going to have to wait a little longer.

Square Enix is set to launch its first big game of the year this week as Forspoken will release on PS5 and PC on January 24th.

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