The wait is finally over! Shatterline, the gripping multiplayer FPS from Frag Lab, is set to go live on the Epic Games Store today, December 5th, at 7:00 AM EST. This adrenaline-pumping title features intense co-op roguelike PvE and competitive PvP modes, all wrapped in a post-apocalyptic world teeming with mystery and destruction. Here’s all you need to know to jump into the action.
Shatterline Pre-Game Prep and Launch Party
Eager to dive in? Pre-downloads started yesterday, December 4th, so you can hit the ground running once the servers open. The hype doesn’t stop there; a launch party kicks off today from 12 PM to 10 PM EST. Join the team and community on Discord for live streams, and don’t miss the Twitch stream for some early gameplay sneak peeks. The Discord event link is ready for you here.
Shatterline Migration Pack: A Treat for Steam Veterans
If you played Shatterline during Early Access and linked your Steam and Epic Games accounts, you’re in for some exclusive rewards. The Migration Pack includes goodies like:
- The Founder’s Pack (if you purchased it earlier)
- Rare trinkets like the Duck weapon (pre-alpha reward) and Frag Lab trinkets (for the owners of the trinket)
- Ranked badge icons (if you received them for specific seasons) and an exclusive Golden AR Zenith weapon skin
- A unique nameplate for Early Access players with over 100 hours of playtime, plus a Premium Founder’s Pack for those surpassing 1,000 hours.
The migration process is straightforward—head over to this link for more info.
How to Snag a Free Game Code?
Shatterline isn’t entirely free to play, priced at $4.99 to deter cheaters and multi-accounting. But don’t worry, there are several ways to get your hands on a free game code:
- Creator Program: Content creators can sign up for the Faraway Creator Program via Creator Nexus for guaranteed codes. Share your code with your community so that eager players can jump into Shatterline.
- Streamer Giveaways: Watch Shatterline streams and participate in live events to score codes.
- Community Events: Join Faraway’s game nights, Shatterline’s launch party (today), or enter giveaways for a chance to win.
What Is Shatterline?
Set in a world devastated by an alien contaminant called “Crystalline,” Shatterline puts players in the shoes of elite operatives battling this deadly menace. Expect smooth gunplay, highly customizable weapons, and an evolving story as you tackle PvE missions or compete in PvP matches. Choose from diverse characters like sharpshooters, medics, and tank-like juggernauts, each bringing unique skills and strategies to the battlefield.
Faraway’s Blockchain Touch
While Shatterline focuses on its core gaming experience, its integration into Faraway adds a blockchain twist. Players can engage with optional NFTs like HV-MTL mechs, which enhance gameplay in Expedition Mode. By climbing leaderboards, you’ll earn Engrams that can be converted into HV-MTL tokens or traded for in-game perks like Rift Keys and crafting materials. This web3 component offers more depth for players seeking a competitive edge.
Preseason & Season 1 Leaderboards: Big Prizes Await
The launch comes with a bang—Shatterline is adding preseason leaderboards running until December 9th. Compete in PvE and PvP to win prizes like Gold, Legendary crates, and Engrams. Weekly PvE challenges let you earn rewards based on your team’s performance, while the PvP leaderboard offers monthly rankings for competitive bragging rights.
But the real treasure lies ahead in Season 1, kicking off on December 11th. Season 1 prizes are a cut above, featuring USDC payouts and in-game rewards. In the weekly PvE Expedition leaderboard, teams can claim rotating prizes based on the Gears collected during missions. Top players can earn up to $1,000 per week, Legendary and Epic crates, and plenty of Gold and Engrams. Even mid-tier players can bag Rare crates and modest USDC payouts.
For PvP warriors, the stakes are even higher. Ranked PvP leaderboards will refresh monthly, with modes rotating each season. Players at the top tiers can earn up to $600 individually, with a total of $20,100 in USDC prizes distributed each month. Alongside Gold rewards, these leaderboards ensure that competitive players have plenty of motivation to climb the ranks.
What’s Available at Launch?
Get ready for a packed roster of content:
- A single-player campaign to get immersed in the Shatterline universe.
- Co-op PvE episodes for those who love teamwork.
- PvP modes like Escort, TDM, and Conquest in casual settings, alongside a Ranked “Plant the Bomb” mode.
Faraway has big plans for Shatterline’s future, including expanding web3 integrations and refining gameplay based on community feedback.
So whether you’re a returning Steam player or a fresh recruit, Shatterline’s launch on the Epic Store is set to deliver high-octane thrills. Grab your gear, form your squad, and prepare to make your mark on this shattered world!
