Highguard has made a significant splash in the gaming community, attracting nearly 100,000 concurrent players on its launch day. However, this impressive player count is contrasted by a staggering 13,000 negative reviews on Steam, raising questions about the game’s overall reception and quality. The mixed feedback highlights a disconnect between player enthusiasm and gameplay satisfaction, particularly regarding the game’s expansive map size in its 3vs3 matchups. Developed by Wildlight Entertainment, a studio formed by veterans from popular franchises like Apex Legends and Call of Duty, Highguard’s launch was highly anticipated, especially after its prominent reveal at The Game Awards.