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# No Real Voice

Gamers are rarely given a direct say in steering the future of their favorite franchise. A lack of transparency on the progress of development can lead to issues when players invest in a game [before its release](https://www.slashgear.com/cyberpunk-2077-is-more-proof-we-should-stop-pre-ordering-games-10650598).