FragPunk adds Farlands, a delivery PvPvE mode, in Global Early Access on PC and console
FragPunk's new Farlands mode, a persistent multiplayer delivery adventure, is out in Global Early Access on PC and console, with new Lancer Courier.
FragPunk has a new mode called Farlands, and it’s out now in Global Early Access on PC and console, according to Xbox Wire. It’s a permanent, multiplayer, delivery-driven PvPvE adventure (players against players and the environment) where dozens of players share one persistent world.
The source gives 5 November as the day the new gameplay experiences arrive, and says FragPunk is free to jump into on Xbox.
How Farlands works
You take delivery orders, head into dangerous territory to collect resources, then haul the cargo to its destination. Cargo weight, shifting conditions and run-ins with other players can all change how a run goes.
- Persistent servers: each server runs on a five-day cycle, and you can return to the same one to gather, complete orders and fight. Your actions, including fighting enemies, shift faction levels, which affects how strong and numerous hostile forces are.
- Living NPCs: clear an outpost and it may not stay safe. Enemies can return stronger, and beating them can reward rarer resources.
- Weather: heat, cold and rain drain health faster and affect how you carry cargo.
Players, progression and a new Lancer
Global voice chat and an emote system let you talk to other players. Strangers can team up to escort valuable cargo, then turn on each other at a critical moment.
Resources from successful deliveries go into upgrading your gear and developing your base. Upgrading the Hub base unlocks advanced crafting, character skill trees and bigger cargo storage. Vehicles and blueprints, which you can find while scavenging, open up mid-to-late game options.
Familiar Lancers return with new skills, and Courier is a brand-new Lancer with unique abilities and a new story.
Shard Clash
Alongside Farlands, Shard Clash is a fast-paced 5v5 tactical shooter where cards change the rules of combat.
Tips from the developer
- Build your loadout around matching gear sets, as equipment pieces directly affect your stats.
- Visit NPCs at the Hub to upgrade equipment, since servers get more dangerous as they progress.
- Prioritise levelling up the Hub.
- Look for vehicles and blueprints while scavenging.
