#WARHAVEN PLAYTEST FREE#

The period to test the free to play Warhaven will extend throughout the duration of the Steam event until June 26th.Īs far as the competition, Chivalry 2 is another extremely popular online medical action game, though it's more in the vein of a classic first-person shooter. Even though the June Steam Next Fest technically starts on June 19th, the new demo for Warhaven will be released at 18:00 PDT on June 18th. At the same time, viewers often get more information about anticipated releases, with live streams and interviews giving insight into what will become the most popular games in the months to follow. Typically, during these showcases, developers will release demos of games, so gamers can try out titles for themselves. Warhaven will have a huge presence at the next Steam Next Fest starting on June 19th. Also, viewers saw the debut of Hush, a playable assassin who waits for the perfect opportunity to foil the plans of an enemy squad. While battle cries can rally a squad and show team spirit, stickers are a quick way to communicate with teammates from around the globe who may speak a variety of languages.Īt the Summer Game Fest, another new Warhaven video dropped which detailed many of the classes in the game. Players will want to locate where these deadly tools are on maps and determine how they can effectively be worked into a battle plan.įinally, in Warhaven, battle cries and stickers are not only a thrill to use but also have strategic importance in keeping a large team organized. Each location will have unique devices like cannons, slingers, and ballistas. Players should also familiarize themselves with the Dominion maps Gella and Moshabarg, as well as the Skirmish maps of Podden and Sihan. Players will also have a wider selection of soldiers to choose from to decide on which characters they feel most comfortable going into battle with.

Gamers can then experience what it's like to engage the enemy, with the Advanced Boot Camp which includes both AI and human opponents. New Warhaven players will start off in the Boot Camp to get familiar with the basic commands and game mechanics, using the strong all-around Blade. RELATED: Medieval Settings Perfect For A Video Game Martyr, a well balanced Immortal in terms of both offense and defense, is a great option for Warhaven novices to achieve what once looked like an unlikely victory. These mystical beings also have different abilities and also can take on either offensive or support roles. Once a gauge is full, soldiers can transform into a powerful Immortal that can turn the tides of a battle. However, they can also inflict some damage on opponents with a variety of smoke-powered attacks.Īs impressive as some of these classes are, during battle players will see their gauge gradually reach maximum levels. Guardians can employ a trusty shield to protect themselves as they charge the enemy, or plant their shield into the ground and become invulnerable to damage for a brief time.įinally, for gamers who prefer to keep a distance from the worst of the action, the Smoke class relies on magical powers to heal allies. If you don't mind taking some punishment, the Guardian class are essentially tanks who are at the forefront of assaults. Accompanying Blade in the attacking class are Spike, Warhammer, and Hush.

This character can find glory using some basic attacks and blocks, so Blade is a perfect choice for newcomers to Warhaven.

Blade is a class of brave sword-wielding knights that offers some well-rounded skills and can launch enemies into the air with the powerful Ox Slash. Teams will have to best utilize the skills of the 6 different available classes which take on offensive, support, and healing roles, each with it's own strengths and weaknesses. Teamwork and strategy play a crucial role in Warhaven's gameplay.

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