It’s finally happening! FragPunk, the groundbreaking 5v5 hero shooter from NetEase Games and Bad Guitar Studio, has officially locked in its global release date: March 6th, 2025. Announced with a showstopping trailer at The Game Awards 2024, this long-awaited title is launching on PC (Steam), Xbox Series X/S, and PlayStation 5—complete with full crossplay support.
As someone who’s been eagerly awaiting this release, I’m thrilled to see FragPunk push the boundaries of what a hero shooter can be. Its signature Shard Cards redefine gameplay by letting players twist the rules, unleash game-changing attacks, and deploy clever debuffs against their opponents. Combined with the unique abilities of the Lancer heroes and a wide arsenal of weapons, every FragPunk battle promises an electrifying, unpredictable experience.
buzzing about: dynamic combat, vibrant hero designs, and jaw-dropping new Shard Cards like Small Head and World Flip. The trailer also confirmed the best news—Shard Cards will be free to unlock forever! That’s right—no pay-to-win mechanics here. The developers are staying true to their commitment to fair, balanced gameplay while delivering endless strategic depth.
FragPunk has already built incredible momentum. During its October closed beta, the game attracted over 1 million player applications and dominated the "Trending Upcoming" section of free games on Steam. Beta players spent 1.96 million hours watching gameplay on Twitch, with nearly 12,000 streamers and a peak concurrent viewership of 54,000—securing a top 5 spot on the platform.
March 6th, 2025, can’t come soon enough. For anyone as excited as I am, now’s the time to jump on board. Follow FragPunk’s social channels, wishlist it on your platform of choice, and gear up for the fight of your life. Let’s meet on the battlefield—it’s going to be legendary!
