After the controversy over the new $250 Unheard Edition of Escape From Tarkov, Battlestate Games has finally delivered on their promise of compensation for players who upgraded to this version at full price. Initially, fans who had purchased the previous $150 Edge of Darkness edition were required to pay an additional $100 to unlock the PvE mode in the new edition. This decision was met with backlash, leading to Battlestate lowering the price to upgrade and offering a $50 voucher to those who had already paid the full price.
The $50 voucher has now been distributed to all players who upgraded to the Unheard Edition from the Edge of Darkness edition at full price, which was initially $100. While this voucher is not a full refund to match the price drop, it does provide some compensation for those who saw the price reduced after their purchase. However, some players may be disappointed that the voucher can only be used on Tarkov products and must be spent in a single transaction of $50 or more.
In addition to the voucher, owners of the Unheard Edition now have access to Escape From Tarkov Arena, a fast-paced game mode within the Tarkov engine. Players can simply download the game from the Tarkov launcher in order to play this new mode. Furthermore, players who own the Standard, Left Behind, and Prepare for Escape editions of Escape From Tarkov have had their stash space increased by two lines, providing an additional perk for many players.
Despite the initial backlash and community hurt over the Unheard Edition situation, it seems that things are starting to normalize within the Tarkov community. A new in-game event is currently ongoing and has been well-received by players, while the upcoming wipe in a few weeks is expected to attract more players back to the game. Although other games like Gray Zone Warfare and Arena Breakout Infinite have seen an increase in players due to the Tarkov controversy, it is likely that many players will return to Tarkov in the near future.
Overall, the compensation for players who upgraded to the Unheard Edition of Escape From Tarkov at full price appears to be a step in the right direction towards resolving the initial backlash over the price change. With the distribution of the $50 voucher and added perks for all players, including increased stash space and access to the new Arena mode, Battlestate Games is making efforts to appease the community and improve the overall player experience. As the game looks ahead to future updates and events, it is hoped that the Tarkov community will continue to grow and thrive.
