About leaks

While it's true that movie spoilers reveal plot points and can diminish the emotional impact of key moments, leaking content from a video game—whether it's rosters, skins, or upcoming features—can similarly spoil the experience for players.

Element of Surprise: In both movies and video games, the element of surprise is crucial. For many gamers, the excitement of discovering a new skin, character, or feature firsthand is a significant part of the enjoyment. Just as knowing a movie's twist ahead of time can dull the impact, seeing leaks of game content can diminish the excitement of uncovering it naturally in the game.

Expectation vs. Reality: Even if you don’t know exactly how a skin will feel in-game, knowing it exists or what it looks like ahead of time can set certain expectations. If those expectations aren’t met, it can lead to disappointment, much like how a spoiled plot twist can lead to a less satisfying movie experience.

Community Experience: Video games, like movies, are often communal experiences. The joy of discussing new content with others is comparable to talking about a film's plot with friends. Leaks can disrupt this by dividing the community into those who are 'in the know' and those who aren't, creating an uneven experience.

In essence, whether it's a movie or a video game, part of the enjoyment comes from the journey of discovery. Spoilers—be they for plot points or game content—can rob people of that journey.