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Indie shooter devs pull a reverse-Concord: No one played their game, but they 'make it free to play and keep the…
Developer Double Eleven has made its multiplayer FPS Blindfire free-to-play after a year and a half in early access, citing a failure to gain traction. The studio is committed to keeping the servers online for years to come and has added new weapons, skins, achievements, and an "Audio Aim Assist" feature for visually impaired players as a final update.
WTF – Waifu Tactical Force Opens Public Pre‑Alpha Playtest June 4–9 During Summer Games Fest
Indie studio Extremely Normal announced that WTF – Waifu Tactical Force, a multiplayer anime movement FPS, will have a public pre-alpha playtest from June 4-9, 2026. The playtest will coincide with Summer Games Fest and the Future Games Show, where a new trailer will also debut. Players can request access via the game's Steam page.
Arc Raiders devs "still learning" what to do with PvP, but Embark design director says PvE fights are doing their job: "They make the player interactions even more impactful"
Embark Studios design director Virgil Watkins acknowledges that the studio is still learning how to best balance PvP and PvE elements in their upcoming multiplayer shooter, Arc Raiders. He believes that the unpredictable interactions between these systems are crucial for creating impactful player-driven stories and making combat encounters more meaningful.
Choose My Adventure: The Division 2 could just be the shooter game I’ve been looking for
The author explores their experience with The Division 2, finding it potentially fills the multiplayer shooter niche they've been seeking. They discuss experimenting with different abilities and playstyles, ultimately concluding that while not a game they'd grind extensively, it offers satisfying gunplay for when the urge strikes.
Last Flag, the multiplayer shooter from the Imagine Dragons guy, is free to play for every weekend until its first…
Last Flag, a multiplayer shooter from Night Street Games founded by Dan Reynolds, is offering free play every weekend until its first summer update. Despite a muted reception on Steam, the developer is promoting the game through free weekends to encourage player adoption and address issues like a lack of regional servers.
ShatterRush is obviously an indie take on Titanfall, but considering the lack of threequel, I'm sure you won't mind
ShatterRush is an upcoming multiplayer parkour FPS inspired by Titanfall 2, featuring fluid movement, massive mechs, and fully destructible environments. Developed by Tetra Studios, the game aims for accessibility across various skill levels and hardware setups, and will include split-screen multiplayer. ShatterRush is currently in open pre-alpha and is slated for an early access release in late 2027.
After a slow start, Last Flag developer says you can't become the next big hit just by ticking boxes:…
Night Street Games, co-founded by Dan and Mac Reynolds, released the multiplayer shooter Last Flag, which, despite positive reviews and a low price, is struggling to find an audience. The studio emphasizes the importance of creative vision over chasing trends, stating that a game's soul comes from the team's inspiration. They believe new and exciting experiences will still attract players, even within popular genres.
"It's a slippery slope to try and build a game for an audience": Marathon, Arc Raiders, and Last Flag devs dig into the trend-bucking evolution of multiplayer shooters
Developers from Bungie, Embark Studios, and Night Street Games discuss the evolving landscape of multiplayer shooters, particularly the rise of extraction shooters like Arc Raiders and Marathon. They emphasize the importance of creative vision over trend-chasing and the challenges of launching live service games in a competitive market.
Underrated 2021 PS5 Action Game 75% Off on PS Store, Lowest Price
The multiplayer shooter Hell Let Loose is available for 75% off on the PlayStation Store for PlayStation 5, marking its lowest price. The deal ends on Thursday, April 23, and includes several free DLC packs for players.
Imagine Dragons backed video game launches to just 500 players
The multiplayer hero shooter Last Flag, developed by Night Street Studios and fronted by Imagine Dragons' Dan Reynolds, has launched to low player numbers on PC, with initial figures around 500 players. Despite positive user reviews praising its fun gameplay and lack of microtransactions, the game's developer is focused on building a sustainable community rather than immediate high player counts. The studio also plans future content updates and console ports.
Last Flag, the debut game from the studio founded by Imagine Dragons' lead singer, becomes the latest multiplayer shooter struggling to find an audience
Last Flag, the debut multiplayer shooter from Night Street Games, founded by Imagine Dragons' lead singer Dan Reynolds, is struggling to attract players. Despite a reasonable price and no microtransactions, the game launched with fewer than 600 concurrent players on PC and has since dropped to under 400. Reviews frequently mention matches being populated by bots, indicating a difficulty in building a sustainable community.
Hell Let Loose: Vietnam – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
Hell Let Loose: Vietnam is a 50v50 multiplayer shooter set during the Vietnam War, featuring historically accurate weapons and expansive jungle battlefields. Players can choose between the North Vietnamese Army or US Armed Forces across six large-scale maps, with new mechanics including operational helicopters, tunnel networks, and patrol boats. Beta sign-ups are now open for the game.
Naval warfare, an actual server browser and more on the way to Battlefield 6 this year as BF Studios reveals 2026 roadmap
Battlefield Studios has revealed the 2026 roadmap for Battlefield 6, detailing content updates across three upcoming seasons. The roadmap includes new maps, the introduction of naval combat in Season 4 with features like aircraft carriers, and the return of persistent servers and a server browser. Season 3 will bring map remakes like Railway to Golmud and Cairo Bazaar, alongside battle royale solos and ranked play.
Battlefield 6 will introduce a server browser, proximity chat, and more updates in 2026
EA has outlined a 2026 roadmap for Battlefield 6, detailing upcoming features such as a server browser, proximity chat, and naval warfare. This announcement follows a period of player dissatisfaction with the game's post-launch content and persistent bugs. The roadmap includes additions like Battle Royale Solos and Ranked Play in Season 3, with further updates planned throughout the year.
Overwatch now available on Nintendo Switch 2
Activision Blizzard has released Overwatch 2 on the Nintendo Switch, featuring visual enhancements and 60fps performance in both handheld and docked modes. The release coincides with the launch of Season 2, Reign of Talon. Digital Foundry's analysis indicates the game runs at 900p when docked and 720p in handheld mode.
Evening Previews
This article previews two upcoming games: Fractured Blooms, a farming simulator with a dark twist, and WW1 Gallipoli, a grounded multiplayer military shooter set during the historical conflict.
Clownfield 6 Launches on Steam with 7 Wild Maps and Big Day 1 Plans
Clownfield 6 has launched on Steam, featuring seven diverse maps including New York City and the unique Planet 69. Developed by indie studio Riverside Sports, the multiplayer FPS aims for a playful spirit with ambitious plans for Day 1 patches and Season 1 content within 48 hours. The game also hints at long-term support through 'ClownPass' and 'Clownfield Premium' offerings.
Marathon review - ignore the noise, this game speaks for itself | Eurogamer
Marathon is a challenging multiplayer shooter that rewards strategic risk-taking and punishes mistakes, drawing comparisons to Dark Souls for its steep initial learning curve. The game emphasizes fair gunplay and avoids catering to a "lowest common denominator" audience, offering a high-stakes experience akin to Halo crossed with Rainbow Six Siege when played with others, or a solo equivalent of Alien: Isolation.
Dead by Daylight creators launching multiplayer, multidimensional Serious Sam: Shatterverse
Devolver Digital and Behaviour Interactive are launching Serious Sam: Shatterverse, a new multiplayer FPS based on the Serious Sam franchise. Developed by Behaviour Interactive, known for Dead by Daylight, and with input from original creators Croteam, the game will feature 1-5 player co-op, roguelite elements, and cross-platform play on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S later this year.
Serious Sam is being turned into a run-based roguelite multiplayer shooter later this year, and seriously—this one…
Devolver Digital announced Serious Sam: Shatterverse, a new run-based multiplayer FPS for up to five players, set to release in 2026. Developed by Behaviour Interactive, the game features procedurally generated runs across hand-crafted arenas, an arsenal of weapons, and permanent character upgrades. The original voice actor for Serious Sam, John J. Dick, returns for the project.
