Harmony is about to launch at a worth of $40 for its commonplace version, one thing which will very properly put it at a drawback towards different main multiplayer shooters which can be accessible at no cost, however like its friends, Sony and Firewalk Studios’ upcoming hero shooter can also be set to utilize in-game monetization and microtransactions. What kind will they take precisely, although?
Talking in an interview with VGC, Harmony’s director of IP Kim Kreines offered assurances that any and all monetization within the recreation shall be associated strictly to beauty objects that won’t impression gameplay, and reiterated that every one future content material additions – be that new modes, maps, characters, or extra – shall be solely free for all gamers.
“We’re going to launch with our 16 characters, 12 maps, and 6 modes,” stated Kreines. “That’s all included while you purchase the sport, and seasonally we’re offering new maps, new modes, and new characters, alongside their unfolding story.
“There are purely beauty items you can select to additional customise the look of your character, you can select to buy. These don’t have an effect on gameplay. We consider so strongly that the complete expertise ought to be accessible to all of our gamers.”
Sony and Firewalk have additionally introduced that Harmony’s open beta will happen from July 18-21, with those that pre-order the sport getting early entry to the beta from July 12-14.
Harmony launches on August 23 for PS5 and PC.