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Wildlight Makes Highguard’s 5v5 Raid Mode Permanent After Successful Test

Wildlight cites an even player split during the weekend trial to justify committing to the larger team format.

Overview

  • Wildlight confirmed on X that 5v5 is “here to stay” after seeing a roughly even split between players in 3v3 and 5v5 during the test weekend.
  • Community reaction was broadly celebratory, and multiple outlets report the larger teams better fill Highguard’s big maps and improve match pacing.
  • The original 3v3 remains available, with the permanent 5v5 offered as a separate queue for players seeking a faster, more chaotic experience.
  • Steam reviews have recovered toward Mixed, while PC concurrents remain far below the near‑100,000 launch peak, with recent daily highs around 8,000–10,000.
  • The swift move follows early stability and control patches and a published 2026 roadmap, though reporters say the game’s long‑term prospects are still uncertain.