Highguard Receives First Update Post-Layoffs, Adds New Base and Raid Tool

Wildlight Entertainment, the developer of the free-to-play raid shooter Highguard, is releasing its first content update following recent mass layoffs at the studio. Despite concerns about the game’s future, Wildlight has assured players that new content is in development.

New Content Highlights

The upcoming update, slated for release the same week as its announcement, will include bug fixes and gameplay adjustments, alongside two key additions:

• Cloudreach Base: A new airship base featuring an airship docked above the ground, with the Anchor Stone target located inside. Gameplay will encompass both long-range sniper engagements and close-quarters combat.
• Lockpick Raid Tool: A new tool that fires darts at doors and windows to open them, temporarily disable them, and grant control to the player’s team. The Lockpick utilizes a new ammo type, “Darts,” and can be equipped in the start loadout menu or found in red chests.

Additional Additions

The update as well introduces the Moonbruin Mount to the in-game store, along with the Wayfinder Bundle Series skins, which align with the steampunk Iron Vigil theme of the new airship base.

Future Updates Planned

Wildlight has confirmed that work is already underway on the next update, which will feature a new game mode focused on the Raid experience, as well as balance adjustments to weapons.

About Highguard

Highguard is a free-to-play hero shooter developed and published by Wildlight Entertainment. The game was released on January 26, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Windows, and Xbox Series X/S. Highguard is a PvP raid shooter where players take on the role of Wardens, arcane gunslingers battling for control of a mythical continent. Wildlight Entertainment is the studio behind the game.

Recent reports indicated that Highguard was secretly funded by Tencent, but the game faced significant challenges shortly after launch, including mass layoffs at Wildlight Entertainment. GamesRadar+ reported on the uncertain future of the game following these events.