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Wardogs Season 2 is an experimental effort in evolution, not revolution
Wardogs is introducing Season 2 with an evolutionary approach, adding new weapons, vehicles like the Wolf-110 transport and T-72 tank, and base building options. The update also brings dynamic weather systems, including thunderstorms, and a new Wager Vendor for performance-based in-game gambling. Bulkhead is embracing the game's meta and using its early access status to freely iterate on the experience.
WARDOGS Studio Wants to Release on PS6 and Project Helix, as “There’s Not Too Much to Consider”
Bulkhead Studios is planning to bring its successful milsim WARDOGS to next-generation consoles like the PlayStation 6 and Xbox's Project Helix. Studio co-founder Howard Philpott stated that porting the game to these platforms should be a straightforward process, with senior producer Kane Allard confirming conversations with platform holders. While release windows and pricing for these consoles remain unknown, development is reportedly on track for a late 2027 launch.
'All roads lead back to Arma'
The Arma series, developed by Bohemia Interactive, has profoundly influenced the PC gaming landscape, serving as the foundation for numerous popular genres and games. Its open-platform approach has fostered innovation, leading to the creation of mods that evolved into standalone titles like DayZ, the entire battle royale genre pioneered by PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds, and even influencing Grand Theft Auto 5 roleplaying communities.
Wardogs is the only FPS where I actually expect to get revived
Wardogs stands out as a unique first-person shooter where the medic role is highly accessible and rewarding, encouraging widespread cooperation. The game's incentive structure, which heavily rewards reviving teammates with in-game currency, makes playing as a medic a profitable and appealing choice. This design, combined with slower manual revives and a three-team structure that spreads out combat, fosters a strong sense of teamwork and ensures players are more likely to wait for a revive rather than giving up.
10 beginner tips to not suck at Wardogs
This guide offers beginner tips for the 100-player king-of-the-hill FPS Wardogs, blending milsim and military shooter elements. It covers essential loadout items, efficient ammo management, strategic use of transport choppers over driving, and effective looting. The guide also touches on the game's unique economy and the importance of spotting enemies with binoculars.
Wardogs servers go down as over 300,000 people rush to play on launch day
Wardogs, a new 100-player milsim FPS, has experienced significant server issues on its launch day due to an overwhelming player count exceeding 300,000. Developer Bulkhead has taken servers offline to address the problem, with CEO Joe Brammer suggesting Valve's rate-limiting may be a contributing factor. Players are advised to remain in the queue for potential re-entry.
30,000 people line up 24 hours early to play the final Wardogs closed beta, developer responds: 'YOU PEOPLE ARE…
Developer Bulkhead expressed disbelief as 30,000 players logged into the Wardogs firing range 24 hours before its final closed beta. The game director, Joe Brammer, explained that this controlled stress test is crucial for managing future server loads, especially as the game approaches its early access launch on September 10th. The highly anticipated first-person shooter has garnered over a million wishlists on Steam.
2 Steam top sellers, 2 simultaneous betas, 2 very different shooters: It's Wardogs & Modern Warfare weekend
This weekend features betas for two highly anticipated military first-person shooters: Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 and the new 100-player milsim Wardogs. Both titles are currently top sellers on Steam, with Wardogs showing surprising popularity against the established Call of Duty franchise. Beta access details and developer notes on server issues for Wardogs are provided.
Believe the hype for Wardogs, possibly the next great multiplayer FPS
Wardogs, an upcoming multiplayer FPS from Bulkhead, shows significant promise with its unique blend of milsim and extraction shooter elements. The game features a robust in-game economy where players earn and spend currency for gear, creating a strong incentive for survival and teamwork. Entering early access in September, Wardogs aims to strike a balance between approachable gunplay and deeper logistical gameplay.
Wardogs is a brilliant exercise in greed as teamwork
Wardogs is a realistic first-person shooter that blends elements of Battlefield and ARMA, focusing on large-scale team-based combat. Players compete in teams of around 30 to capture and hold a central zone, with a unique economic system where players earn in-game currency for successful actions, incentivizing teamwork and strategic play. The game is set to enter early access in 2026.
Hell Let Loose Vietnam is holding an open playtest this weekend, with a new map to boot
Hell Let Loose Vietnam is hosting a free crossplay open playtest this weekend, allowing PC and console players to experience the 50v50 tactical shooter. The playtest, which begins July 24 and ends July 27, will feature the new Đắk Tô Airfield map, offering a more open combat environment compared to previous jungle-focused maps.
Crossfire was the most surprising game reveal I've attended in years
That's No Moon, a studio with talent from Naughty Dog, is developing a single-player, third-person tactical shooter titled Crossfire, backed by South Korean publisher Smilegate. Despite sharing a name with Smilegate's existing FPS, this new Crossfire focuses on a cinematic, story-driven experience with milsim elements like high lethality and manual reloading, featuring adaptive cover and a unique first-person reticle projection.
Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Cosmetics Will Feel “Authentic” To Series, Devs Claim
Infinity Ward has stated that cosmetics in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 will remain authentic to the series' milsim roots, emphasizing that all decisions are anchored in the game's narrative. This comes after criticism regarding crossover skins in previous titles like Modern Warfare 2 and Black Ops 7, with developers assuring fans that such content will be avoided.
The problem with bodycam shooters
This article discusses the trend of bodycam shooters, exemplified by games like Better Than Dead and Unrecord, questioning their appeal beyond shock value and realism. While acknowledging the immersive effect of the bodycam perspective and realistic gunplay, the author argues that design choices intended for realism often lead to frustrating gameplay. The piece concludes that the real-world horror these games emulate makes the fantasy unfulfilling.
Morning Previews
IGN provides a hands-on preview of the new 50v50 Vietnam expansion for the military simulation game Hell Let Loose. This update introduces a new theater of war and large-scale battles.