Improves Matchmaking and Communication in Fellowship

Fellowship is enhancing matchmaking and communication tools to improve player interactions. The game aims to reduce toxicity and encourage cooperative play.

Player Interaction Enhancements

Fellowship has prioritized the addition of an Eternal matchmaking system. The goal is to help players find like-minded groups. New communication tools are planned to facilitate smoother interactions.

• The game intends to allow whispers outside the same Stronghold instance.
• Broader social features are expected to reduce friction between players.
• Hamish Bode, the community director, oversees these improvements.

Addressing Toxicity

Negative reviews cite disruptions caused by leavers and queue deserters. Fellowship is considering punishments like low-priority queues, inspired by Dota 2. However, Bode notes that any penalties must fit the game’s specific needs to avoid unintended consequences.

• A blunt leavers penalty could lead to players griefing rather than quitting.
• Positive incentives, such as bonus gold for stable groups, are being explored.
• Bode often solo queues to observe player behavior and gauge changes.

Market Position

Currently, Fellowship is available on Steam with a 20% discount until December 4. This move is part of their effort to expand their player base and improve the in-game experience. The game now has 9,000 to 11,000 peak players daily.

Update: 17 Jun 2026