Blizzard co-founder Mike Morhaime has unveiled a new live-service game titled Wildgate under his new publishing company, Dreamhaven. This crew-based first-person space shooter, available on PC, Xbox Series X/S, and PS5, involves players taking on the role of "prospectors" on a mission to retrieve an ancient relic known as the Artifact. Players can choose to either secure the Artifact and escape or engage rival ships in battle. Wildgate features a vibrant, cartoonish art style and has already enjoyed positive feedback during its open beta phase. Morhaime emphasizes that Dreamhaven aims to create immersive and engaging gaming experiences, with plans for regular updates and optional cosmetic in-game purchases.

What makes Wildgate different from other live-service games?

Wildgate focuses on cooperative gameplay and exploration, allowing players to form teams to seek an ancient relic while maintaining a colorful and engaging art style. The game's unique prospecting mechanic sets it apart from traditional competitive shooters.

Wildgate is an exciting addition to the growing list of live-service games, a genre that has faced challenges with player retention and launch successes. Morhaime, with his rich history in developing iconic titles like World of Warcraft and Overwatch, has high hopes for Wildgate as Dreamhaven's flagship offering, looking to carve its space in a competitive landscape dominated by established titles like Fortnite and GTA 5.