Highguard
News, coverage and analysis tracking Highguard across the outlets.
How A Failed Multiplayer Game Just Set The Standard For All Live-Service GamesDespite FBC: Firebreak underperforming commercially, Remedy is keeping the multiplayer game online indefinitely with a final update and a friend pass system. This approach sets a new standard for live-service games, contrasting with the common practice of delisting and shutting down servers for underperforming titles. The article highlights this as a positive development for game preservation and player access in the industry.
Sony Automatically Refunds Highguards Microtransactions After Studio ShutdownSony is automatically refunding players for Highguards microtransactions following the swift shutdown of the game's studio. This proactive approach, which includes refunds for players who did not request them, is seen as a significant customer service move. The rapid closure and subsequent refunds raise questions about game sustainability and digital ownership in the industry.
New Cyberpunk TCG becomes the most-funded TCG game in Kickstarter history | News-in-briefA new Cyberpunk-themed trading card game has become the most-funded TCG in Kickstarter history, surpassing $8.6 million. Separately, Sony has begun automatically refunding microtransaction purchases for players of the free-to-play hero shooter Highguard, which was shut down earlier this month due to failing to meet player retention metrics.
Sony appears to be auto-refunding Highguard players their microtransaction paymentsSony has begun automatically refunding microtransaction purchases made by players of the free-to-play hero shooter Highguard on PlayStation 5. The game, developed by Wildlight Entertainment and reportedly financed by Tencent subsidiary TiMi Studio Group, was shut down earlier this month due to failure to meet player retention metrics.- Report: Highguard Studio Wildlight Seems to Be Closing Its DoorsHighguard Studio, the developer of the shooter Highguard, appears to be closing down. The studio has begun removing its online presence, signaling the end of its operations.
Report: Highguard Studio Wildlight Seems to Be Closing Its DoorsA review of Highguard suggests the hero shooter, despite its potential flaws and unrealized roadmap, offers a rewarding experience. The game is praised for its unique blend of mechanics and its ability to keep players engaged with its "just one more game" loop, though some structural concerns and player engagement issues are noted.- Issues and ActivismPlayers who made in-game purchases in Highguard are reportedly receiving automatic refunds from PlayStation. This action follows issues with the game's monetization or content, leading to consumer dissatisfaction.
Highguard Players Are Seemingly Getting Refunds on PlayStation 5Players of the free-to-play shooter Highguard are reportedly receiving refunds for in-game purchases on PlayStation 5, with Sony issuing them proactively. The game, developed by Wildlight Entertainment, was delisted and shut down on March 12, just 45 days after its launch, due to a failure to build a sustainable player base. Reports also indicate that financial backer Tencent withdrew funding due to the game's poor performance.
As the Highguard Dev Team Goes Dark, Refunds Reportedly Being Issued to PS5 CustomersThe free-to-play online shooter Highguard has been shut down by developer Wildlight Entertainment after only a few weeks. Players who made in-game purchases on PlayStation 5 are reportedly receiving refunds from Sony. Wildlight Entertainment's online presence has also been removed, suggesting the studio may be closing its doors.
Highguard Microtransactions Are Being Automatically Refunded on PS5Players of the first-person shooter Highguard are reportedly receiving automatic refunds for microtransaction purchases exclusively on PlayStation 5. This comes after the game's rapid decline in player interest, leading to significant layoffs at developer Wildlight Entertainment and the game's eventual shutdown.- Highguard developer Wildlight may be shuttering, as its digital footprint disappears overnightWildlight Entertainment, the developer behind the game Highguard, appears to be shutting down. The company's official website is now offline, and its LinkedIn profile has been removed, indicating the cessation of its operations.
PS Store Issues Refunds for PS5 Game That Shut Down in 45 DaysThe PlayStation Store is issuing automatic refunds for the free-to-play shooter Highguard, which shut down less than two months after its launch on January 2026. Players who made in-game purchases are receiving full refunds, a move that has surprised many given the PlayStation Store's typical refund policy. It is currently unclear if other storefronts like Steam and Microsoft will follow Sony's lead.
Sony Reportedly Issuing Automatic Refunds For Additional Content Bought For Short-Lived Live Service, Highguard - IGNSony is automatically refunding players for additional content purchased for the short-lived live service game Highguard, which shut down on March 12. The game, developed by Wildlight and backed by Tencent, experienced a rapid decline in player numbers after its January launch. This follows a similar pattern to another PlayStation flop, Concord, which also shut down shortly after release.
Highguard Players Get Refunds As Dev Seemingly Shuts Down For GoodThe free-to-play shooter Highguard has ceased operations, with players on PlayStation 5 reporting that Sony is issuing refunds for in-game microtransaction purchases. Developer Wildlight's online presence has vanished, and the company previously laid off most of its staff. Tencent was among the funders who reportedly pulled support after the game's launch, with the game failing to generate sufficient revenue.
Highguard Dev Wildlight Appears to Have Quietly Shut Its DoorsWildlight Entertainment, the developer of the hero shooter Highguard, appears to have ceased operations. The studio's website and LinkedIn page are offline, and its ability to conduct business in California has been terminated. This follows the failed launch of Highguard, funding issues with Tencent, and widespread layoffs.
Highguard Players on PS5 Are Seemingly Getting Refunds for In-Game PurchasesPlayStation 5 players of the recently shut down game Highguard are reportedly receiving automatic refunds for in-game purchases. While Sony has not officially commented, players on other platforms like PC and Xbox Series X have not reported similar refunds. It remains unclear if this initiative is from Sony or the developer, Wildlight Entertainment.
Highguard just died and we are already being bombarded with another hero shooter being compared to ConcordThe hero shooter genre is facing intense player scrutiny, with games like Highguard shutting down shortly after release due to negative reception and comparisons to Concord. New titles like Time Takers are also facing early criticism, with players quickly forming opinions based on trailers and early gameplay, impacting their potential success.- The Daily Grind: Do you believe failed games are often ‘rugpulls’ and ‘money burners’?This opinion piece discusses whether failed video games are often intentional 'rugpulls' or 'money burners' where developers knowingly release doomed projects, or if they are simply gambles inherent in game development. The author suggests that while some games may fail, it's important to consider the inherent risks and the possibility of refunds, questioning whether studios should launch games to test their viability.
Highguard Officially Shuts Down, Joins Concord in Digital GraveyardHighguard has officially shut down, with its servers going offline on March 12th and the game being delisted from all digital storefronts including Steam and PlayStation 5. The closure of this live service game is being compared to the similar fate of Concord, highlighting concerns about game preservation and the disposable nature of online-only titles in the industry.
Highguard Joins the Great Concord in the Sky, Now Officially Delisted on PS5Highguard has been officially delisted from digital storefronts and is no longer playable as developer Wildlight Entertainment shuts down the game. The free-to-play online multiplayer shooter, from developers who worked on Apex Legends and Titanfall, failed to gain traction and is shutting down just 45 days after its launch. This marks a significant failure for Wildlight Entertainment, which also had to lay off a majority of its staff shortly after Highguard's release due to its lack of success.