The battle royale shooter Fear the Wolves has changed matchmaking with the new update “Unified.” From now on, 2-player teams are the new rule.
What has changed in Fear the Wolves with the update? Fear the Wolves has made the “Duos” game mode the new standard with the Unified update. Most players will likely be looking for a duo partner or playing with a random teammate from now on. This has not been seen in any other battle royale game before.
Can I no longer play alone? Yes, but you’ll be at a disadvantage. Most other players will be found in two-player teams. So, playing alone puts you at a numerical disadvantage. There is no longer the option for all players to compete individually against each other.
What about larger squads? They are no longer available. 3-player and 4-player teams are not possible with the update from now on.
Why did the developers do this? According to the devs, these steps are part of a program to improve player experience.
This is expected to speed up matchmaking and player searches. Furthermore, Fear the Wolves, according to the developers, will provide a unique battle royale experience.
More features of the update
What’s included in the Unified update: Other features of the update include:
- Vaulting, meaning leaping over obstacles
- A new game lobby
- Voice chat features
- Improved waiting times in matchmaking
Disclaimer: Fear the Wolves is published by Focus in collaboration with Webedia, the parent company of MeinMMO.
