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Highguard faces launch criticism and rapid updates
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Highguard, a new live-service hero shooter from Wildlight Entertainment, launched on January 26, 2026, to mixed reviews and declining player counts. The game, revealed at The Game Awards 2025, has drawn skepticism as another live-service title but received a major update addressing crashes and adding features. Developers are experimenting with a 5v5 playlist to boost engagement.
Battlefield 6's developer has delayed the game's second season to February 17, 2026, citing community feedback and a need for more polish. To keep players engaged, an extension to season 1 will arrive on January 20, adding new challenges, a bonus path, and double XP events. This move follows mixed reception to the initial post-launch content amid ongoing technical issues.
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BioWare's Anthem servers shut down permanently on January 12, 2026, as planned, ending access to the live-service shooter without an offline mode. In the final days, players returned en masse to bid farewell, sharing memories and videos amid reflections on the game's lost potential and the need to preserve such titles.
In a new Eurogamer feature, industry developers tackle the challenges of creating lasting live-service games amid a saturated market dominated by titles like Fortnite and Minecraft. From monetization strategies to player feedback and storytelling, experts share insights on avoiding failures like Concord and Suicide Squad. The article highlights the 'billion dollar question' of sustaining player engagement long-term.