Microsoft's 'Halo Wars 2' DLC 'Colony' has been delayed due to a "game-breaking bug".
Halo Wars 2 Colony DLC screenshot
The new DLC leader for the real time strategy video game had originally been slated for release earlier this week, but developers 343 Industries have been forced to delay the release after they found a "disturbing" bug which would hinder the game play for many players.
Taking to their website halowaypoint.com to post a statement about the DLC, 343 Industries said: "As much as we hate to let down players and fall through on a promise, holding the DLC to make sure these issues get addressed is the right, albeit painful, call to make.
"Some of you asked what the game-breaking bug actually was so, here's the scoop: Initially the real show-stopper had to do with the new Skitterer units, which are basically little symbiotes that can be attached to any friendly unit that acts as a mini self-targeting turret and healer. During a final test pass, the team found something disturbing - it turned out that once an attached Skitterer started firing on a target, it could continue doing with so with zero regard to range or line of sight.
"Imagine equipping a few fast moving Banshees with Skitterers, flying up to your opponent's base and taking a few quick shots, and then retreating across the map as your friendly Skitterers continue to fire away at their target from miles away. Some may call that awesome (I do!) but alas it's also a cheap exploit that would immediately result in some really bad game experiences and whole lot of salt from players on the receiving end. (sic)"
It's not all bad news though, as the developers also say they're rapidly working on a fix to the bug, and the DLC should be available some time next week.
They added: "Good news is that the team is on track to release 'Colony' next week and we'll certainly keep you posted as things fall into place."