Among many of the upcoming FPS titles, with the likes ofCall of Duty, Ubisoft’sXDefiant, and consistent updates toHalo InfiniteandBattlefield 2042,The Finalsstands as one of the most promising. Despite some criticisms of its free-to-play nature and thecontroversial use of AI for voice acting, the open beta of the title has managed to engage thousands of players specifically for its enthralling fast-paced gameplay.
With competition in the realm ofFPS games ramping up, there are many reasons for players and fans of the genre to keep an eye onThe Finals, as it offers a departure from what most are accustomed to with its game modes.
5Destructive Environments
Destructible Buildings and Environments Are Present In Multiple Single Player Open-World Games
While it is very important to mention and be aware of theBattlefieldfranchise and its previous games such asBattlefield 4and1featuring destructive environments, Dice’s current title2042has taken it down a notch. Despite destruction still being present withinBattlefield 2042, it is not close to the level it was previously at, and thedevelopers who were responsible for previous titles are developingThe Finalsat Embark Studios.
Since there are very few FPS multiplayer titles that take advantage of open space maps for destructive environments within gameplay,The Finalshas this as a major selling point. Using Unreal Engine 5, developers appear to have been able to take in-game destruction to its full extent, maintaining good frames per second while chaos ensues in every competitive match.
4Domination, Capture, & Oddball All In One
Players Can Protect Themselves With Goo Grenades While Cashing In
When considering new multiplayer FPS titles, many players have often voiced complaints of monotony with game modes. While modes such as team deathmatch, domination, and more are all still favored, fans have been hoping for modes that will change things up and give players another challenge. WithThe Finals, developers at Embark have combined most of the popular FPS game modes into one fast-paced and engaging known as Quick Cash.
Similar toHalo’s Oddballalong with domination and capture present in a large majority of FPS multiplayer games, players will find themselves on the move constantly attempting to unlock a vault of cash and run to a cashout location while fending off opponents. This creates an exciting spectacle as it results in opponents taking buildings down completely in an attempt to steal the shine of each game.
3Multiple Player Builds
Players Have Three Different Builds To Choose From
UnlikeCall of DutyandBattlefield,The Finalsfeatures classes in a special way that adheres to different playing styles. With light, medium, and heavy builds, players can choose these Contestants based on whether they prefer faster and agile movement which would align with a light build, or a Contestant that enters the stage with brute force and durability. The choice to choose any weapon is omitted on this occasion, as only specific classes can utilize certain weapons.
Picking a light build will result in weapons such as SMGs, Pistols, or Snipers ready for selection. While all three of the classes may contain similar weapons mainly in the aspect of Shotguns, they all maintain different statistics and damage numbers, that offer a balanced experience overall.
2No Weapons Attachments
Weapon Skins For Certain Weapons Change Certain Animations
In light of balancing out the multiplayer modes for a fair experience for all, the weapon attachments that many FPS players may be accustomed to are completely removed here. Instead of theuse of optics, stocks, underbarrels, or anything that could give players a boost with the weapon they decide to use, developers at Embark appear to have pushed for players to rely on skill inThe Finals.
This also avoids any complaints or potential issues with weapons being too overpowered or weapons needing future nerfs, which tends to be a consistent problem with other modern-day FPS multiplayer games. If developers can stick with this throughout the game’s life cycle, it could reap huge benefits for both Embark and players.
1In-Game Commentary
Audience & Spectator Presence Throughout Each Match
A pivotal part of the entire experience withinThe Finalsis the voice acting present among not only the players' chosen contestants but also the narration over events in the match. When opponents among the three teams are engaging in intense gun battles, this adds to the atmosphere and can often serve as a great way of informing players of what is happening elsewhere on the map.
Regardless of the controversy surrounding the voice acting, this is an element that has been previously used in franchises such asHalo, but developers at Embark have tuned this up to another level by adding crowd ambiance and frequent commentary. With the presence ofbattle passes and updates with new seasons along the line onceThe Finalsreleases, this can very well see updates and additions made to fit more in line with different circumstances in each match or tournament players decide to choose.
