FragPunk: Latest Updates and News

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FragPunk News

2025

April 10

⚫︎ Exciting news for console gamers! Developer Bad Guitar Studio has officially announced that FragPunk will launch on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S on April 29. Originally launched as a free-to-play 5v5 hero shooter on PC via Steam on March 6, the console versions faced a slight delay for last-minute optimization. The upcoming console release promises to include seamless cross-play functionality, ensuring that players across all platforms can join the action together.

Read more: FragPunk for PS5, Xbox Series launches April 29 (Gematsu)

March 18

⚫︎ FragPunk has just rolled out a significant balance update on March 18, with no server downtime required. This update enhances gameplay by increasing overall movement speed and refining footstep audio effects. Additionally, it brings weapon and Lancer ability balancing, disables the “Hide your name” feature to bolster anti-cheat measures, and fixes a range of gameplay and UI bugs. These improvements are designed to provide a smoother and fairer experience for all players.

Read more: FragPunk March 18th Patch Notes (Official FragPunk Twitter)

March 5

⚫︎ Bad Guitar, the developers behind FragPunk, have announced a delay in the console release due to unforeseen technical challenges in optimization and adaptation. These issues surfaced during compliance testing for the Xbox and PlayStation versions, leading the team to prioritize delivering a consistent gaming experience across all platforms. To show appreciation for their patience, all console players will receive rewards upon the game's launch, including in-game currencies, cosmetics, and experience boosts. Stay tuned for more details in upcoming updates.

Read more: FragPunk Console Release Delayed Due to Problematic Console Technical Compliance Results (Official FragPunk Twitter Page)