Concord: A Hero Shooter Roadmap and Gameplay Strategies
With Concord's August 23rd launch on PS5 and PC fast approaching, Sony and Firewalk Studios have unveiled post-launch plans. This article details the roadmap and offers gameplay tips.
No Battle Pass Required
Concord eschews the traditional battle pass model. Firewalk prioritizes a rewarding base experience, with meaningful rewards earned through gameplay, character leveling, and objective completion. This approach focuses on providing a robust and satisfying experience from day one.
Season 1: The Tempest (October 2024)
Concord's first season introduces a new Freegunner character, a fresh map, additional Freegunner Variants, and new cosmetic rewards. Weekly Cinematic Vignettes will expand the Northstar crew's storyline. An in-game store will also debut, offering purely cosmetic items with no gameplay impact.
Season 2 and Beyond (January 2025)
Season 2 is scheduled for January 2025, signaling Firewalk's commitment to consistent seasonal updates throughout Concord's first year.
Gameplay Strategies and the Crew Builder
Concord's "Crew Builder" system allows for team customization. Each crew comprises five Freegunners, with the possibility of using up to three variants of the same Freegunner. This enables strategic team composition based on playstyle and match conditions.
The game emphasizes diverse Freegunner roles (Anchor, Breacher, Haunt, Ranger, Tactician, Warden) rather than traditional archetypes like Tank or Support. Each Freegunner is designed for high damage output and combat effectiveness. Combining different roles unlocks Crew Bonuses, offering advantages like enhanced mobility, reduced recoil, and shorter cooldowns.