Concord: A Hero Shooter Roadmap and Gameplay Strategies
With Concord's launch on August 23rd rapidly approaching, Sony and Firewalk Studios have unveiled the game's post-launch content roadmap. This article summarizes the updates and provides gameplay tips.
No Battle Pass Required
Launching on August 23rd for PS5 and PC, Concord will forgo the traditional battle pass system found in many hero shooters. Firewalk Studios prioritizes a rewarding base experience, with meaningful rewards earned through gameplay, character progression, and objective completion.
Season 1: The Tempest (October 2024)
Season 1 introduces:
- A new playable Freegunner character.
- A brand-new map.
- Additional Freegunner Variants.
- New cosmetics and rewards.
- Weekly Cinematic Vignettes expanding the Northstar crew's story.
- An in-game store offering purely cosmetic items with no gameplay impact.
Season 2 and Beyond (January 2025)
Season 2 is planned for January 2025, with Firewalk Studios committed to regular seasonal updates throughout Concord's first year.
Gameplay Strategies and the Crew Builder System
Concord's "Crew Builder" system allows for team customization with five unique Freegunners, permitting up to three copies of any Variant. This fosters strategic team composition based on playstyle and match challenges.
Unlike traditional roles (Tank, Support), Concord's Freegunners are designed for high DPS and effective gunfights. Six roles—Anchor, Breacher, Haunt, Ranger, Tactician, and Warden—define their impact, focusing on area control, tactical positioning, and flanking. Combining Freegunners from different roles unlocks Crew Bonuses, enhancing mobility, weapon recoil, cooldown times, and more.
