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Highguard's New 5v5 Mode Boosts Player Reviews, Faces Challenges

2/4/2026

Summary

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Wildlight Entertainment permanently added a 5v5 mode to Highguard after community feedback.
The mode was initially a limited-time feature designed to address pacing and large-map criticisms.
Steam reviews improved from "Overwhelmingly Negative" to "Mixed" as players respond.
Despite the change, Highguard faces a significant drop in players since launch and ongoing performance and retention concerns.
Highguard remains free on PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5.

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Story summary

Wildlight Entertainment permanently added a 5v5 mode to Highguard after community feedback.
The mode was initially a limited-time feature designed to address pacing and large-map criticisms.
Steam reviews improved from "Overwhelmingly Negative" to "Mixed" as players respond.
Despite the change, Highguard faces a significant drop in players since launch and ongoing performance and retention concerns.
Highguard remains free on PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5.