The Game Awards 2025 unveiled several exciting announcements, including the new shooter Highguard from Wildlight Entertainment, a studio formed by ex-Respawn developers known for crafting Apex Legends and Titanfall. This PvP raid shooter allows players to pilot spectral beasts while battling for control of a mythical continent. Highguard features a unique blend of shooter mechanics and fantasy elements, where players, termed Wardens, will compete for the Shieldbreaker and raid enemy bases. It’s set to release on January 26, 2026, and will be available as a free-to-play title. The event also highlighted other games, including Clair Obscur, which won Game of the Year, and the latest entry in the Tomb Raider franchise, Catalyst.

What is Highguard and when will it be released?

Highguard is a free-to-play PvP raid shooter developed by Wildlight Entertainment, featuring gameplay where players ride spectral creatures and engage in territory battles. It is set to be released on January 26, 2026.

Highguard represents an evolution of the shooter genre, combining traditional mechanics with imaginative elements, courtesy of its developers’ pedigree from Respawn Entertainment. Their experience in creating immersive and competitive environments has set expectations high for this title. Players looking forward to engaging in its unique world will find both strategic gameplay and visually stunning scenes reminiscent of the vibrant lore typically associated with fantasy RPGs.