Rockstar Releases Bully Anniversary Update After Six Years

Rockstar, the masterminds behind the GTA series, have just released an Anniversary Edition update for Bully on mobile devices. After a six-year hiatus, this update is a welcome surprise for fans, though it's exclusive to mobile and not available on console or PC.

Rockstar Hasn’t Forgotten about Bullworth Academy!

Bully: Anniversary Edition's latest update introduces new languages and emphasizes stability improvements and bug fixes. Notably, Rockstar has temporarily disabled Friends Challenges to enhance the gaming experience.

The update brings several enhancements, including the activation of Screen Space Ambient Occlusion (SSAO) for Android users with compatible devices. Additionally, the app icon has been refreshed, and haptic feedback has been added to both Android and iOS platforms.

Several mission-specific issues have been resolved. For instance, the mission 'That Bitch' now allows players to successfully pick Mandy’s locker, while 'Weed Killer' progresses correctly even if you break the window prematurely. The notorious glitch in 'The Rumble' where police cars would fall through the floor has been fixed. The update also addresses issues where enemies wouldn't attack Jimmy, ensuring more balanced combat, and resolves crashes that could occur when starting a new game or loading a save from the pause menu.

What Do Players Have to Say about Bully: Anniversary Edition?

The Bully community has been vocal about their desire for a sequel, Bully 2, for years. Although there were reports of its development in the 2010s, it was ultimately shelved in favor of Red Dead Redemption 2 and GTA Online. With GTA 6 on the horizon, the prospects for Bully 2 seem slim, especially with many original developers having moved on from Rockstar. While the new update isn't a full remaster or a sequel, it's a significant upgrade for mobile players.

For those unfamiliar with Bully, it's Rockstar's unique take on a schoolyard sandbox game. You step into the shoes of Jimmy Hopkins, a 15-year-old rebel navigating the challenges of Bullworth Academy. The game is infused with Rockstar's signature humor and offers an open-world environment ripe for mischief.

If you're interested, you can find Bully: Anniversary Edition on the Google Play Store for €7.99, complete with full gamepad support.

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