Highguard Makes 5v5 Raid Mode Permanent After Test

Wildlight Entertainment has made its experimental 5v5 Raid Mode a permanent feature in Highguard, the free-to-play PvP raid shooter that launched on January 26, 2026, for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X and S. The decision follows strong player feedback during a limited-time test over the weekend, addressing early complaints that the game's original 3v3 matches felt too sparse on its expansive maps.

The mode debuted on January 30 as a temporary addition after players expressed dissatisfaction with the smaller team sizes, which led to infrequent early-game engagements. Developers observed a balanced split in participation between the 3v3 and 5v5 options during the trial period, prompting the permanent integration. Both modes will remain available, allowing players to choose based on preference. In an official post on X, formerly Twitter, the Highguard account stated, "You've been asking, and we're happy to share—5v5 Raid Mode is here to stay! We appreciate everyone hopping in over the weekend to give the mode a try. We saw a fairly even split between 3v3 and 5v5, which helped inform our decision."

Community response has been enthusiastic, particularly on platforms like...