Concord: A Hero Shooter Roadmap and Gameplay Strategies
With Concord's August 23rd launch approaching, Sony and Firewalk Studios have unveiled their post-launch plans. This article details the game's content roadmap and offers gameplay tips.
No Battle Pass Required
Launching on August 23rd for PS5 and PC, Concord will receive continuous updates from day one. Game director Ryan Ellis emphasizes that launch is just the beginning, promising ongoing support and growth alongside the player community. Unlike many hero shooters, Concord eschews a traditional Battle Pass. Firewalk Studios prioritized a rewarding base experience, focusing on account and character progression for meaningful rewards.
Season 1: The Tempest – October 2024
Concord's first major update, Season 1: The Tempest, arrives in October, introducing:
- 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, debuting in Season 1, will offer purely cosmetic customization options, supplementing the rewards earned through gameplay progression.
Season 2 – January 2025
Season 2 is scheduled for January 2025, signifying Firewalk Studios' commitment to regular seasonal content throughout Concord's first year.
Gameplay Strategies and Crew Building
Ellis highlighted Concord's unique "Crew Builder" system. Players create Custom Crews of five Freegunners, with the option to include up to three copies of a Freegunner's Variants. This allows for flexible team composition based on preferred playstyle and match challenges. The system encourages diverse role selection, unlocking Crew Bonuses that enhance mobility, weapon recoil, cooldown times, and more.
Unlike traditional Tank/Support roles, Concord's Freegunners prioritize high DPS and effectiveness in direct combat. The six roles (Anchor, Breacher, Haunt, Ranger, Tactician, Warden) are defined by their match impact, encompassing area control, long-range advantage, and flanking maneuvers.
