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LawBreakers From Makers of Killzone and Gears of War Is Not Free to Play Any More

LawBreakers From Makers of Killzone and Gears of War Is Not Free-to-Play Any More

By Rishi Alwani | Updated: 18 March 2016 15:06 IST

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LawBreakers - the five-on-five multiplayer sci-fi first-person shooter from Boss Key Productions, the game studio helmed by the creators of Killzone and Gears of War, is not free-to-play any more.

"As the game continued to take shape, we realized free-to-play wasn't the right fit for what we're building," said Boss Key CEO Cliff Bleszinski in a prepared statement. "LawBreakers is a competitive game at heart and that means balance is a big priority to me, my team, and our community. Using a digital premium model helps ensure an even playing field by giving fans access to every available role without any barriers."

The statement contains an FAQ answering some of the others concerns fans might have in some depth. These include reiterating Blezinski's quote and more importantly stressing that "LawBreakers will not have the $60 (around Rs. 4,000) price point of a traditional boxed product." Always a good thing. It also hints at the possibility of a console release.

(Also see: Killzone and Gears of War Creators Reveal LawBreakers)

With the game available to add on your Steam wishlist right now, the multiplayer first-person shooter genre seems to be heating up. Blizzard's Overwatch is due in May as is Battleborn from the creators of Borderlands. Plus there's Titanfall 2 in the works. To old timers in the crowd this might seem reminiscent of the late 90s and early 2000s glut of multiplayer shooters when Quake 3, Team Fortress, and Counter-Strike dominated the scene. No surprise considering how many gaming companies are taking e-sports more seriously than ever.

Boss Key FAQs

What are the main features of the HMD Key?

The HMD Key features a 6.56-inch LCD with a 60Hz refresh rate, is powered by the Unisoc 9832E processor, comes with 2GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage with support for microSD expansion up to 128GB, has an 8MP rear camera with auto-focus and LED flash along with a 5MP front camera, offers standard 10W charging with a 4000mAh battery, includes a 3.5mm headphone jack, carries an IP52 rating for dust and splash resistance, and is available in Icy Blue and Midnight Black colour options.

When was the HMD Key released?

The HMD Key launched on January 2, 2025.

Where can I buy the HMD Key?

You can buy the HMD Key through HMD’s official website, and the phone is available in select countries, including the UK, Australia and New Zealand.

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