The Finals Season 8 stands out as a pivotal moment for the popular free-to-play shooter, marking the most significant launch in over a year. With its latest update, the game takes its signature environmental destruction to new heights. Introducing the 'Smooth Destruction' feature, players will experience cascading damage and complex chain reactions, fundamentally altering gameplay through dynamic battlefield transformations.
Revamped Environmental Features
The update breathes new life into cherished game maps. Kyoto, a fan-favorite location, has undergone significant changes with enhanced demolition possibilities. Structures now collapse into interconnected chunks, making debris easier to navigate and offering fresh strategic angles. Additional elements, such as jump pads and reinforced basement walls, offer expanded tactical options for players. Similarly, gameplay in Monaco receives an overhaul with adjustments to its famed suspended structures, further diversifying the environment.
New Arsenal Additions
Season 8 isn't just about destruction—it also bolsters the player's arsenal. With the introduction of two new weapons, the BFR Titan manual-action revolver and the P90 submachine gun, players' combat strategies can diversify. Additionally, a new grenade indicator enhances situational awareness, enabling players to better navigate the fray.
Enhanced User Experience
Players can now enjoy an instant replay feature, currently available in beta, allowing an in-depth review of encounters despite the intricate destruction mechanics. Further enhancing the user experience is an enhanced match summary screen, which provides a detailed timeline of pivotal events across all game modes, including World Tour, Ranked, and Quick Cash.
The favorable reception to these cumulative improvements is evident in the statistics. Steam reviews prominently display an 80% 'very positive' recommendation ratio, and concurrent players reached 32,867, the most robust active player base since Season 2. Oscar Lundberg, Community Lead, extended heartfelt gratitude to the dedicated player base for their unwavering support as the game continues to evolve.
The Finals Season 8 is currently live and available for play on Steam, free of charge. For players keen to explore every detail of the recent update, the complete patch notes are accessible via Embark Studios.
