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"Dark Souls 2 developer From Software has responded to claims that the final game received a visual downgrade. Following last week&amp;#039;s launch, some fans have started a campaign alleging that preview footage was not representative of the game&amp;#039;s graphical quality.      In a statement to MCV, Dark Souls 2 developer From Software said that games need balancing in terms of graphical quality and gameplay dynamics. &amp;quot;Throughout the game development process, a game is constantly being balanced not only in game playability, but also in the realm of resource management,&amp;quot; a spokesperson explained. &amp;quot;A developer is always challenged with creating the most rewarding gaming experience while delivering continuity in graphical quality, gameplay dynamics, and balance within the game.  &amp;quot;The final version of Dark Souls II displays the culmination of this delicate balance and we&amp;#039;re very proud of the positive media and fan reception for the game.&amp;quot;  Having made its Xbox 360 and PS3 debut last week, Dark Souls 2 entered at number two in the UK weekly games chart, benefiting from a 20% increase in week-one sales over its predecessor. The PC version, which contains increased texture resolution and an enhanced frame rate option, will launch on April 25. Read Digital Spy&amp;#039;s Dark Souls 2 review: Hardcore, heart-pounding action Watch a trailer for Dark Souls 2 below:  "^^<http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema#string>
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