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The Finals developer Nexon is reportedly working on a new game based on Game of Thrones. Nexon saw a lot of success with the release of The Finals last December, and it seems like the developer is looking to replicate this with the popular book franchise and HBO show.

Developer Embark Studios has released a new update for competitive shooter THE FINALS. The update, numbered at 2.7.0, brings with it a host of changes, along with the Darque Mood outfit. Check out the full patch notes, as well as a trailer for the update, below.

Embark Studios' free-to-play shooter The Finals is gearing up for the launch of a long-awaited game mode on May 2. The studio has been teasing this content addition for The Finals since the absence of last week's update, stating that it was working on delivering «Something very cool.»

Embark Studios has released a new update for THE FINALS, updating the store with new weapon skins and the Lurkfin La Goon monster head for players. Check out the trailer below to see how they look.

Embark Studios’ latest season for THE FINALS is now live and lends a retro 80s theme to the proceedings. There’s a new map – SYS$HORIZON – and a new game show event in Retro Invasion 82. Players can also leverage a new Specialization, Dematerializer, which allows for materializing temporary holes, perfect for dropping Cashout Stations.

, the free-to-play arena shooter that was released in December 2023, is quickly approaching the start of its second season and brings a host of new Gadgets, weapons, maps, and abilities. Season 2 officially begins on March 14, 2024, and also comes with a new game mode called Power Shift as well as a new map entitled SYS$HORIZON that embodies this season's new futuristic yet retro theme.

The Finals Season 2 will be available from March 14th, Embark Studios has confirmed. The second season of The Finals will include a brand new 5v5 mode called Power Shift, the new map called SYS$HORIZON, weekly career progression, private matches, and a skill based league system. In addition, there is the new Hacker playstyle.

The Finals Season 2 will be available from March 14th, Embark Studios has confirmed. The second season of The Finals will include a brand new 5v5 mode called Power Shift, the new map called SYS$HORIZON, weekly career progression, private matches, and a skill based league system. In addition, there is the new Hacker playstyle.

The Season 2 trailer of The Finals is out, in which brand-new gadgets, a new gameplay mode, and even more are shown off. Released in December 2023, The Finals was met with warm reception for its tight gameplay and slick design while iterating on the team-based first-person shooter genre. With these strengths, The Finals aims to distinguish itself from other co-op PvP video games.

The second season of pretty damn excellent multiplayer team shooter The Finals is landing later this week. The hacker-themed Season 2 will introduce a new playstyle with world-altering gadgets, a brand new five-on-five game mode, an extra map, beta support for private matches and more.

Embark Studios has announced Season 2 of The Finals will begin later this week, as well as details of the new 5v5 mode and more to be added to the game.

Season 2 of The Finals arrives on March 14 and strange things are happening in the free-to-play arena. The game show has been compromised by the rogue hacking collective CNS, and showrunners are scrambling to decipher their cryptic messages — but one thing is clear: the show must go on!

The latest update for The Finals arrives, bringing additional bug fixes and balance changes to the online shooter, while also adding a limited-time Valentine's Day-inspired event and rewards. Staying true to its live service roots, Embark continues to update The Finals frequently, both with general improvements and tweaks, as well as bringing new content for players to check out. Alongside traditional seasonal updates, Embark has also added smaller limited time modes to keep things feeling a bit fresh.

The Finals update 1.7.0 released this past week and makes substantial changes to the destructive shooter's progression. It should make it much faster to advance through battle pass levels, if skins and cosmetics are what you're after.

Embark Studios dropped a mid-season update for The Finals this week, adding a new limited time event alongside the usual bug fixes and balance tweaks.

Despite reaching massive numbers during its debut, The Finals player count has dropped dramatically since peaking in December. Days after the free-to-play first-person shooter was shadow dropped at The Game Awards 2023, The Finals was outdoing Call of Duty on Steam. However, it appears as though The Finals has lost some of its allure, as players on Steam have either flocked to other titles in recent weeks or simply walked away.

Following Update 1.5.0 for THE FINALS and the limited-time addition of Solo Bank It!, Embark Studios has released Update 1.5.5. It adds new items to the store while also provide balance changes to several gadgets and weapons. The invulnerability period after reviving has also gone from 1.5 seconds to 0.75 seconds. The same also applies to revives with the Defibrillators.

Embark Studios releases update 1.5.5 for The Finals, introducing a bunch of nerfs for popular weapons and gear including the Defibrulator, while also making important tweaks to Crossplay and Matchmaking services. Since the official launch of The Finals during The Game Awards 2023, Embark has continued to tweak and update the experience for the growing number of players.

Embark Studios released the first major game update for The Finals this week, adding a new solo limited time game mode and more.

Embark Studios’ latest update for free-to-play competitive shooter THE FINALS is now live. It introduces Solo Bank It, the first limited-time mode which sees 12 players in a free-for-all fight to earn 40,000 cash and deposit it before the others.

Destructive game-show shooter The Finals has received its biggest update yet. Patch 1.5 arrives with a litany of bug fixes, balance changes and more, along with the introduction of a brand new mode - the game’s first time-limited variant, as well as its first mode for solo players.

Developer Embark Studios has today released its shiny 1.5.0 update for The Finals, adding a new limited-time Solo Bank It mode, as well as a variety of bug fixes and further anti-cheat measures.

The Finals announced Season 1's first major update, which releases Wednesday, January 17. The game's Update 1.5.0 will introduce a new way for solo players to enjoy The Finals.

For anyone who has played a game that allows PC players to be put up against console players, they know the trials and tribulations that come with console controllers aim assist against those on PC. The Finals developers have decided to take those trials to heart, and nerfed the controllers' aim assist to make the game slightly more fair. 

The Finals has a new patch and though it's not a big one, it's arguably a substantial set of changes. Specifically, update 1.4.1 addresses various issues with aim assist and zoom snapping - features designed to support those who play with a controller whether on PC or console.

One of the biggest complaints right now in The Finals is controller aim assist and zoom speed. Embark Studios has heard us and focused in on fixing zoom issues in The Finals Patch 1.4.1.

is a big breakout hit, offering an FPS experience that isn't quite like anything else on the market, but its Battle Pass shows where the game comes up short in a way that exemplifies many players' frustrations with the industry. As a free-to-play title, it didn't take long for to attract a major audience with dynamic destructible environments and fast-paced gunplay. Retaining that popularity could be trickier, however, as the game is currently pushing up against the limits of what can be easily tolerated in some regards.

Most people know about the strongest meta strategies in The Finals right now, including Stun Gun and Invisibility for Lights and RPGs and C4 on throwables for Heavies. However, a new hilarious meta is rising in The Finals, and it’s the Goo Gun.

The action-packed matches of give you plenty of XP for your efforts, but the fastest ways to earn experience will net you better rewards as you progress to higher Seasonal Levels. Like many other FPS titles, there are certain objectives you can follow to climb ranks quickly. Several effective strategies for XP farming will help you get better cosmetic equipment for extra customization.

The Medium class is the most versatile option in . While it isn’t the strongest or fastest choice, you will feel comfortable anywhere on the battlefield. Every team will want at least one Medium, with two or three reserved for unique situations.

While has certainly come a long way since its troubled launch over two years ago, it's still not quite the quintessential experience many series fans were hoping for., however, might be the perfect fit for players disappointed in. Embark Studios' debut release is quite different on the surface, and its game modes aren't the large-scale conflicts is known for, but much of the new game feels strikingly familiar, albeit with a refreshingly unique coat of paint. doesn't necessarily encroach on 's specific niche, but its creators, design, and innovations all have surprising parallels.

The Heavy is the strongest direct damage class in . To balance this power, the Heavy is also slow and has a larger hitbox. This means that you will often be the main target of an enemy assault. Still, it is one of the best classes to hold on to an existing position.

Light is one of the three classes in . It specializes in moving quickly, getting behind enemies, and defeating foes before they are noticed. Compared to the other two classes, Medium and Heavy, Light characters lack damage per hit. Still, the element of surprise can make you a deadly opponent.

Embark Studios’ THE FINALS, a free-to-play competitive multiplayer shooter, has reached ten million players (and counting). It shadow-dropped during The Game Awards on December 7th, meaning it reached this milestone in roughly over two weeks.

Shortly after announcing that it would be working on reducing the number of cheaters in competitive shooter THE FINALS, developer Embark Studios has now released a major update for the game. Numbered at patch 1.4.0, the update brings with it “major changes” to anti-cheat detection.

Embark Studios finally released patch notes 1.4.0 and it includes a substantial nerf to Heavys that I was praying for. Lights kind of got away scot-free in this one (which I’m happy about), but here’s what The Finals patch notes 1.4.0 include.

Embark Studios have released The Finals update 1.4.0, a mixture of balance tweaks, quality-of-life improvements and crash fixes which is going down like the proverbial lead balloon among fans of the free-to-play shooter's Heavy class. I'm definitely here for the crash fixes - I can't get The Finals to run for longer than five minutes, which is a shame, because as Graham tells it, this is the most exciting new multiplayer FPS in years. Specifically, it sounds like a blend of Battlefield and Rainbow Six: Siege with a smashable toytown aesthetic. But enough about me and my computer's refusal to let me have fun. What's going on with those Heavies, then?

Developer Embark Studios has taken to the official Discord server for competitive multiplayer shooter THE FINALS to respond to player complaints about there being many new cheaters populating the game over the weekend. As caught by Mp1st, the studio has stated that it couldn’t ban cheaters effectively because of technical issues, but the problem was being actively worked on.

I keeping hopping into The Finals for one quick game before bed, then accidentally playing it until 2am. Perhaps sleep deprivation accounts for why I haven't spotted any cheaters in-game, but apparently they've been more of an issue in recent days. Developers Embark Studios say that's because of a technical issue they've now fixing.

Developer Embark Studios is boosting in-game anti-cheat measures for The Finals following increasing reports of cheaters from its players.

THE FINALS’ first Season 1 patch is on the way, with patch 1.3.0 offering quality-of-life and bug fixes. A brief preview of changes is available, and one nice change is being able to see your position in the leaderboards after a ranked match. Meanwhile, the requirement to participate in unranked Tournaments will be six completed matches instead of 12.

The fast paced and highly destructive free to play multiplayer shooter The Finals, has been released on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S. The launch trailer captures how fast paced the game appears to be with a lot of destruction in the environment, with people crashing through windows, walls, and ceilings. Season 1 brings with it the map of Las Vegas, and you can see the full patch notes below.

The Finals surprised launched during The Game Awards on Thursday night and its popularity has picked up where last month's open beta left off. There has been some negative feedback, however, from players upset that player movement is now slower than it was during the beta.

The fast paced and highly destructive free to play multiplayer shooter The Finals, has been released on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S. The launch trailer captures how fast paced the game appears to be with a lot of destruction in the environment, with people crashing through windows, walls, and ceilings. Season 1 brings with it the map of Las Vegas, and you can see the full patch notes below.

Developer Embark Studios has sneakily released THE FINALS on PC, PS5 and Xbox Series X/S. The competitive team-based first-person shooter is available for free, and just got a new trailer during The Game Awards 2023. Check out the trailer below.

Destructive, team-based multiplayer shooter The Finals has launched. The release was announced during this evening's Game Awards, but has been long expected. The Finals had a successful open beta last month, after which it became the most wishlisted game on Steam.

Contestants! Strap in and get ready to experience the mad destruction of The Finals, launching on PlayStation 5 today.

The multiplayer shooter arrives today on Steam, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.

There's just something special about the dystopic bloodsport in recently released first-person shooter that feels different from other FPS titles. It's not totally clear whether it's because of the club-bumping EDM soundtrack or Vegas-inspired fluorescent UI teasing people to get more cosmetics, but the game is certainly not boring. Developed by Embark Studios, was announced and released at The Game Awards 2023 for PlayStation, Xbox, and PC on December 7, 2023.

was the most wishlisted game on Steam, with over 267,000 awaiting the title's release. The game is the latest in a line of online PvP shooters, a high-octane team-arena FPS emphasizing fluid movement and character modification. With heavy, medium, and light classes and a multitude of weapons and gadgets, one can use to customize their perfect build.

It’s official. THE FINALS is out now.  The announcement was made during The Game Awards 2023 earlier tonight in what is arguably the best tactic for developers to capitalize on hype: the ole’ “ and it’s available now! ” approach. We had another opportunity to go hands-on with THE FINALS just last week, and here are some of our key takeaways from Embark Studio's first debut title.

Hot new multiplayer shooter The Finals has surprised-dropped and is available right now on PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series S/X. The announcement came during The Game Awards moments ago.

With The Game Awards now just a few hours away, one of its major announcements seem to have leaked. Embark Studios’ upcoming free-to-play multiplayer shooter THE FINALS might be getting a surprise release during the event.

Regardless of whether you main the Light, Medium, or Heavy Contestant in , you'll want to run nothing less than the best build for each class. That said, with a plethora of specializations and gadgets to choose from, in addition to your weapons and reserve, perfecting the perfect build is a difficult task. It's even more difficult for a newcomer to the game who isn't quite sure which items synergize with one another. Either way, you can rely on this guide for the best builds in to point you towards the current meta.

The open beta for The Finals — the upcoming destruction-heavy PvP FPS from Ex-EA and DICE exec Patrick Söderlund's Embark Studios — is now over, and it seems to have been remarkably successful.

Given how flooded the market is with multiplayer shooters, any new release in the genre is going to have a tough time finding sustained success. While it remains to be seen whether Embark Studios’ upcoming THE FINALS will be able to break through that barrier, early indications certainly seem positive for the game.

The best gadgets to get first in are highly determined by the game mode you're playing. For example, if you're playing Quick Cash, you will want gadgets that will help your team. In Bank It, on the other hand, you can get a little more personal as solo efforts can go a long way. Finally, if you're playing in Ranked Tournaments, you'll want gadgets to fortify and aid your team's attempt to hold a cashout. That's why it's critical to only use the best gadgets in, as they can pay off handsomely for your team.

is an exciting new money-snatching-based FPS topped with hero abilities and non-stop adrenaline-pumping combat. To be more specific, there are three classes (Light, Medium, and Heavy), also known as «Contestants,» in. Each class can choose from one of three abilities that allow them to change the tide of securing or stealing the cashout for their team. And, because of their importance in shifting the momentum of a fight, you'll want to know what the best abilities are in .

is the latest free-to-play FPS offering from the relatively new Embark Studios, creators of the 2019 ARC Raiders. Its open beta period has already attracted many to the title, and for a good reason, as its renewed take on the genre is likely to mix up the shooter industry, at least to some extent. A mixture of, and other popular first-person shooters, sets people in the shoes of contestants of a VR game show in a futuristic, money-centric dystopia, where players battle it out across vivid environments for the grand prize.

Knowing if the popular new FPS (first-person shooter) has crossplay and cross-progression (also known as cross-save) is a great way of being able to organize matches with friends. The game by Embark Studios – which also revealed in 2021 – has not yet officially released but has been put in an open beta period, where players can try out the title’s exclusive gameplay mechanics, as well as team up to experience it ahead of launch.

An open beta for THE FINALS, Embark Studios’ free-to-play multiplayer shooter, went live over the weekend and ends on November 5th. Based on SteamDB, it’s doing pretty well, peaking at 235,948 players on PC. There are over 190,000 players online right now, so it’s likely that the peak concurrent player total could increase before the beta’s conclusion.

Developer Embark Studios says the game's servers are currently at their limit.

Battle Pass rewards earned during the beta carry over to the full game.

THE FINALS, Embark Studios’ free-to-play competitive shooter, is getting an open beta. It starts today, October 26th and runs till November 5th for Xbox Series X/S, PS5 and PC. Check out the latest trailer below.

Starting October 26th, players can jump into the free-to-play team-based shooter, THE FINALS, as Embark Studios is hosting its first cross-platform open beta test for the game.

Embark Studios announced that a cross-platform Open Beta for its upcoming multiplayer team-based first-person shooter game, THE FINALS, is set to begin tomorrow on PC (Steam) and PlayStation 5, Xbox Series S|X consoles. It will run until November 5.

If you’ve been curious about The Finals, Embark Studios’ game show-inspired free-to-play shooter, you can sample a taste of the game in an open beta starting tomorrow. First revealed last August, the game has only been playable in closed playtests over the last year. 

Embark Studios will host the first cross-play open beta test for team-based free-to-play first-person shooter THE FINALS from October 26 to November 5 across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC via Steam, the developer announced.

Embark Studios’ upcoming team-based first-person shooter, The Finals, is getting a crossplay open beta on PC and consoles tomorrow (October 26), which will add an entirely new mode to the game, as well as a new map.

The Finals is one of the new staggering battle royales that somewhat took over the gaming world during its recent beta phases, and its unique gameplay combined with polarizing movement.