The Season Pass uses localized release timing to ensure the best possible experience for players worldwide.
Key benefits of regional timing:
Server stability:
- Load distribution - Prevents millions of players from all accessing new content simultaneously
- Smooth performance - Reduces server crashes and lag that could occur with global simultaneous releases
- Better gameplay - Ensures stable performance when new seasons launch
Improved support:
- Targeted assistance - Support teams can focus on specific regions as they go live
- Faster problem resolution - Issues can be identified and fixed regionally before affecting other areas
- Quality monitoring - Problems can be caught and addressed in earlier time zones
Balanced competition:
- Fair play - Prevents players in certain time zones from getting unfair early access advantages
- Regional parity - Ensures all players in a region start challenges at the same time
- Community engagement - Creates shared experience moments within regional player bases
Technical considerations: Staggered releases allow the development team to monitor system performance and make real-time adjustments if needed, ensuring everyone gets a smooth Season Pass experience.
Pro tip: While you might be eager for the new season to start, this system ultimately provides you with a more stable and enjoyable experience when your region's Season Pass does go live.