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Active Matter Demo is now available on Xbox Series consoles
Gaijin Entertainment has released a demo for their upcoming hardcore online shooter, Active Matter, on Xbox Series X|S as part of the Indie Selects Demo Fest. Players can download the demo from the Microsoft Store until June 30, with all progress carrying over to the full game. The demo includes all game modes planned for the full version, offering a look at the game's survival-driven action.
Wardogs looks like Battlefield with a persistent economy, and I'm fascinated by the consequences
Wardogs is a new hardcore shooter for PC featuring 100 players across three teams and a persistent economy where in-game earnings can be spent on upgrades for future lives or matches. Developer Bulkhead Studios aims for a grounded experience, with playtests currently available and the game wishlisted on Steam. The article speculates on the potential impact of the persistent economy on gameplay balance.
Active Matter expands with Gigastructure
The hardcore online shooter Active Matter has received a major update titled "Gigastructure," introducing massive new locations like Gigastructure and Park, and a new Hired Ops PvP mode. The update also adds new monsters, expanded weapon customization, and implements permadeath mechanics where players lose game progress upon death, with even harsher penalties planned for future game editions.