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WARDOGS is developed by BULKHEAD, a studio based in the United Kingdom, and published by Team17. The game grew out of a popular community-made game mode in the king-of-the-hill style, and the original creators of that mode are co-developing the standalone version, carrying its large-scale, persistence-focused design into a full product.

Technically, WARDOGS is built on Unreal Engine, with a proprietary layer the studio calls the War Dynamics Framework added on top to drive its vehicle and weapon behaviour. The team has framed the game as sitting between a hardcore military simulation and a faster, more arcade-style shooter.

Release plans

WARDOGS is planned to launch first on PC through early access in 2026, with the developers expecting an extended early-access period before a full release. Versions for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S are confirmed to follow at a later, as-yet-unannounced date.

Business model

Full pricing has not been detailed, but the developers have committed to a player-friendly approach: no battle pass and no pay-to-win mechanics, with cosmetic items earned through play rather than required purchases.