FragPunk is a radical 5v5 hero shooter set in a vibrant futuristic universe. FragPunk introduces a gameplay modifier card system that offers fast-paced gunfights with infinite possibilities. Players can bend the rules of combat to their advantage as they pick their hero, customize their weapon loadout, and choose from a selection of shard cards that shift every round in this free-to-play experience.

Welcome to a future where lancers, genetically enhanced heroes, face off against each other in a competition for the most valuable resource in the universe: Glunite. Any good lancer knows that the rules of engagement can change on a dime thanks to powerful tools known as shard cards, and only the players that constantly adapt will emerge victorious. The wide variety of shard cards in FragPunk can be played at the start of every round, impacting the very rules by which the game is played. Players will encounter frozen floors, exploding bullets, cloning technology, digital footprint tracking and so much more.

If you wanna win the gunfight, you're gonna have to play your cards right!

NetEase Games and Bad Guitar Studio announced that while the PC launch is still planned for tomorrow, PS5 and Xbox Series X|S players will have to wait a little longer.

Dear Lancers,

First and foremost, we want to express our heartfelt gratitude for your patience and unwavering support of FragPunk. Since the announcement of the game, your excitement has been truly inspiring, and we know how much you’ve been looking forward to launching into battle on both Xbox and PlayStation.

However, we want to be fully transparent with you: during the console compliance testing process, we encountered unexpected technical challenges in optimization and adaptation. Rather than rushing the console release and providing a potentially poor user experience, we have made the difficult decision to delay the launch of the console versions to ensure that players receive a comparable experience to those on PC.

We understand that delays are frustrating, and we sincerely apologize for the wait. As a gesture of appreciation, we have prepared compensation for both Xbox and PlayStation players, especially those who supported us through pre-orders.

Compensation for Console Players on Both Xbox & PlayStation

• For all console players:

We will provide all rewards gained via engagement, beginning from the start of Season 1 until the console version goes live (including in-game currencies, cosmetics, exp, and more). More detailed information will be shared in future announcements.

• For pre-order players:

In accordance with platform policies, pre-orders on Xbox and PlayStation will be canceled, and the respective platforms will automatically initiate the refund process. We will also provide in-game currency worth $10 to these players when the console versions officially launch.

Meanwhile, don’t worry about missing out on the pre-order bonuses. While we aren’t planning on issuing a new pre-order before release, the bundle will be available in a time-limited way after the console versions are released.

Our Commitment

This delay was not an easy decision, but we are committed to delivering the best possible experience for our players, and this additional time will allow us to fully optimize and polish the console versions for launch.

We know this isn’t the news you were hoping for, and we deeply appreciate your patience, understanding, and continued excitement for the game. Our team is working closely with both the Xbox and PlayStation teams to get FragPunk into your hands as soon as possible, and we will keep you updated every step of the way.

Thank you for being part of this journey with us—we can’t wait to welcome you to the battlefield soon!

The FragPunk Team
March 4, 2025

 

Key Features:

• Shard Cards & Power to Bend the Rules: No two rounds of FragPunk are ever the same thanks to over 70 shard cards to play with! These unique cards can amplify jump height, reverse the roles of attackers and defenders, engulf bullets in flames or turn them into chain lightning, and even resurrect players! And since the card selection changes every round, this creates new and unique combinations, with infinite gameplay possibilities!
• Frantic 5v5 Hero Shooter Action: Each round only lasts 2.5 minutes, so get a move on! This frantic match time means players have to aim true and react fast to win the fight. Choose between a varied cast of heroes with diverse abilities, customize weapon combinations, pick the best cards and get ready for a lightning-fast fight!
• Endlessly Replayable: With its varied selection of heroes, weapons, shard cards and maps to play in, FragPunk can look forward to discovering several combinations which will result in a fresh new experience for each new round as they develop their personal combat style.
• Immersive Maps and Vibrant Visuals: FragPunk features complex and varied map designs mixed with visual effects including collages, graffiti and a blend of realistic and stylized textures. Players can feast their eyes on bold colors, sharp shapes and dynamic lines that provide an amazing visual experience while the bullets fly.

FragPunk is coming to PC (Steam) on March 6, 2025, with PS5 and Xbox Series X|S to follow at a later time.