Highguard Deep Dive Revealed on Release Day
▼ Summary
– Highguard will hold an official launch showcase on January 26th, the same day the free-to-play game is expected to launch.
– The showcase will feature a full gameplay deep dive and plans for the game’s first year, as very little has been revealed since its announcement.
– Developed by former Titanfall and Apex Legends developers, it is a PvP raid shooter where players control “Wardens” fighting for a mythical continent.
– Despite the imminent launch, information has been scarce, with only a brief reveal trailer and recent Steam/PS5 activity indicating progress.
– The game’s PS5 trophy list includes 33 trophies, such as ones for looting chests and eliminating enemy mounts.
The highly anticipated free-to-play hero shooter Highguard will receive its first major gameplay reveal on its launch day, January 26th. Developer Wildlight Entertainment has announced an “official launch showcase” that promises a comprehensive deep dive into gameplay and a roadmap for the title’s first year. This event is particularly crucial, as information has been exceptionally scarce since the game’s initial announcement at The Game Awards last month.
Beyond the brief reveal trailer shown in December, the studio has maintained radio silence. This approach has left the community with minimal details just days before the projected release. The only indicators that development is progressing have been recent activity on its Steam page and the unexpected appearance of a PlayStation 5 trophy list. Without these subtle hints, many would have reasonably assumed the project had been delayed.
The showcase is scheduled for 6 PM UK time on Monday, January 26th. It aims to finally clarify the core experience of this PvP raid shooter, which is being developed by a team with notable experience from franchises like Titanfall and Apex Legends. Players will take on the role of “Wardens,” described as arcane gunslingers battling for dominance over a mythical continent. The promised gameplay deep dive should illuminate how the mechanics of riding, fighting, and raiding will function together.
The leaked PS5 trophy list offers some early clues about in-game objectives. It details 33 trophies in total, with specific examples including ‘Plunderer’ for opening 15 loot chests in a single match and ‘Animal Control’ for defeating 20 enemy mounts. These achievements suggest a focus on fast-paced looting and combat against both players and their creatures. The imminent showcase will finally provide the substantial look players have been waiting for, directly from the source.
(Source: EUROGAMER)
