The release of Anthem was plagued by numerous bugs and crashes, many of which have been addressed in recent updates, but some major problems remain. In particular, reports that Anthem forces PS4 consoles to shut down are still being investigated by BioWare and EA, after seemingly bricking some consoles. Now, fears of Anthem bricking Xbox consoles are leading some to question the potential damage from playing BioWare’s multiplayer shooter. Read on to find out is it safe to play Anthem on Xbox One?
Anthem Bricking Xbox | Is it safe to play Anthem on Xbox One?
Anthem is liable to crash on any console, forcing you back to your home screen, but these crashes are unlikely to cause any wider damage. While the Xbox One has been susceptible to a number of bugs shared across consoles, there have been no reports of Anthem bricking Xbox consoles in the same way as on PS4. The problems seem to have arisen from the recent 1.04 patch update, but have not resulted in any reports of Xbox One consoles fully shutting down or requiring a restart in Safe Mode. As such, you can safely play Anthem on your Xbox One, without total fear of bricking your console.
For PS4 players, you might want to avoid playing Anthem until BioWare releases their solution for the crashes, or you risk bricking your console. If you’ve been affected by these crashes, this isn’t the end of the road for your console; our recent guide explains how to safely restart your console and get it running again. Of course, this requires rebuilding your PS4’s database, suggesting that the crash could be corrupting your PS4’s file management system. If this is the case, we definitely recommend waiting for BioWare’s bug fix, or your entire hard drive could be at risk of being wiped from the aftermath of the crash.
Anthem's Javelins
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Everything You Need to Know About Anthem's Javelins
So, you're diving into Anthem? Not sure which of the mech suits to climb into first? We've taken them all for a test flight, cooled off under the waterfall, and returned with the lowdown on all four. Here's everything you need to know about Anthem's Javelins. -
Ranger
No matter your preference, you'll be starting your Anthem run in a Ranger. Described as the all around jack of all trades, the Ranger can slot into any situation and round out any team. Rangers can dash across short distances and strike foes with a devastating Shock Mace. -
Lock and Load
As for gear, a Ranger can pack grenades or cannon blasts. These range from elemental bombs to heat-seeking missiles. Rangers can support their team with a bubble shield that protects from foes or enhances damage. Finally, the Ranger's ultimate is a volley of missiles that can hit dozens of enemies at once. -
Colossus
For a mech game, Anthem sure does have some agile suits. If you want a more traditional giant robot experience, may we suggest the Colossus? The biggest of the four Javelins, the Colossus is a tank that blasts into battle with a mounted flamethrower and several ordinances. -
Prepare for Titanfall
The Colossus is all about busting things up. Whether that's with various mortars, a literal firewall or a burst of lightning, you'll be charging through foes and making a lot of noise. There's also a Railgun and a Flak Cannon to strap on if you want to get even more up close and personal. -
Interceptor
You want fast? Pick the Interceptor. With an innate triple jump and three dashes, you'll be moving all around the battlefield as you pepper opponents with shots. Mark enemies with your Target Beacon to single them out and boost damage across your team. Or, just focus in yourself with this mech's range of different systems. -
The Need for Speed
Interceptor players shine in the melee arena. Among their options are an electrifying dash attack, several different elemental ninja stars, and poisonous options for decaying large groups of foes. You can also do the Naruto thing and create duplicates to confuse your opponents before hitting your final strike. -
Storm
Of all the Javelins in Anthem, the Storm is the most unique. It's not every day that your robot suit is slinging magic spells like some kind of wizard from the moon. Storms can hover in mid-air away from danger and pepper the field with damage. -
Bringing the Thunder
You've got everything you'd expect from an elemental warrior. Ice beams, lightning bolts, frost shards, and fireballs, all at your fingertips. When you charge your ultimate, you can combine all the elements into a torrent of energy that can wipe out a whole squadron. -
What's Next for Javelins?
Storm, Colossus, Ranger, and Interceptor. These are the four Javelins that Freelancers can pilot in their Anthem adventures. Will we see more variety in future Javelin designs? New abilities for existing warriors? New chances for combo attacks? Only time and BioWare's roadmap can say for sure.
