Highguard, the newly launched free-to-play shooter, has made waves by attracting nearly 100,000 concurrent players on its first day. However, this impressive figure is overshadowed by a staggering 13,000 negative reviews on Steam, raising questions about the game’s overall reception. With only 32.05% of reviews being positive, players have voiced concerns primarily about the game’s expansive map size, which many feel is ill-suited for its 3vs3 matchups. Developed by Wildlight Entertainment, a studio comprised of industry veterans from franchises like Apex Legends and Call of Duty, Highguard’s ambitious launch was highly anticipated, especially after its prominent reveal at The Game Awards.