About Last Flag
Last Flag is a multiplayer shooter developed by Night Street, a studio founded by Imagine Dragons singer Dan Reynolds. The game launched on PC earlier this month and is priced at $15/£12. Despite its reasonable price, the initial response to Last Flag has been muted, with Steam reviews currently sitting at 73% 'Mostly Positive.'
Quick Facts — Last Flag
| Developer | Night Street |
|---|---|
| Platform(s) | PC |
| Release Date | earlier this month |
| Genre | Shooter |
| Score | 73% 'Mostly Positive' |
| Price | $15/£12 |
Free Play Every Weekend
From now until the first update, players can enjoy Last Flag for free every weekend. This opportunity allows gamers to access the full game during these weekends, which run from Friday at 10 am Pacific until Monday at 10 am Pacific. Night Street emphasized that free players will join the same servers as those who purchased the game, ensuring a complete multiplayer experience.
New Content Coming Soon
Night Street has plans for new content, including a Twin Temples map and a new rollergirl contestant. The team stated, "the team is working hard to bring these updates to the game as soon as possible, but until then, we wanted to give everyone who hasn't had a chance to check out Last Flag the opportunity to play for free!" This approach aims to attract more players and improve the game's community.
Gameplay Experience
While I haven't played Last Flag myself, reports suggest it's a fun mashup of capture the flag and hide and seek. Tyler Wilde noted, "At first I thought there was no reason to hide your flag anywhere except at the very back of your zone. But the flipside is that your opponents are probably going to search those areas first." This strategic element adds depth to the gameplay, making it engaging for players.
Community Reaction
Despite the game's positive fundamentals, some criticisms have emerged. Players have pointed out a lack of regional servers and that matches are often populated by bots. However, these issues could resolve themselves as more players join during the free weekends. The muted community response indicates that Night Street's strategy of offering free play may be a smart move to boost player engagement.
Overall, Last Flag's free weekend initiative presents a solid opportunity for players looking to try out a new multiplayer shooter. As the first update approaches, it will be interesting to see how this move impacts the game's player base.