Remember Fairgame$? That PlayStation multiplayer heist shooter we barely heard from after its flashy 2021 reveal? Well, it’s still kicking, and it’s now mixing things up by adding an extraction mode. After almost three years of radio silence, Sony’s first-party PS5 game from Haven Studios is quietly evolving, aiming to stand out in the crowded extraction shooter scene.
Fairgame$ Adds Extraction Mode With New “Cargo Heist” Gameplay
Originally pitched as a “competitive heist experience,” Fairgame$ is reportedly shifting gears with a new mode called “Cargo Heist.” This mode sounds like a cocktail of heist thrills and extraction gameplay, where teams break into vaults, fight over loot, and then scramble to escape with it. Here’s how it reportedly plays out:
- Break In – Find vault codes to access the safe.
- Drill – Bust open the vault and grab the cargo or set up an ambush.
- Extract – Bring the loot to the extraction site and call your ride home. If that fails, find another way out to get away.
This mode leans heavily into the extraction shooter formula made popular by games like Marathon and Escape From Tarkov, with objectives and high-stakes getaways. It’s a significant pivot from the original idea of sandbox-style PvP with emergent gameplay, but it might help Fairgame$ carve out its own space.
No Release Date Yet, But Fairgame$ Development Continues
Fairgame$ has had a bumpy ride. After Sony scooped up Haven Studios in 2022, the game’s progress slowed. The departure of studio head Jade Raymond and game director Daniel Drapeau added uncertainty. Still, the team is hiring for key roles like a lead producer, signaling ongoing development.
The game was initially announced for PS5 and PC and is expected to be free-to-play. But with the multiplayer space packed and Sony trimming its live-service ambitions, Fairgame$ faces a tough road ahead. No official release date exists yet, and it’s anyone’s guess when or if the game will finally drop.
Fairgame$ Is Back, but Sony’s Bigger Plans Matter More
While Fairgame$ quietly reshapes itself, PlayStation has been busy with other updates and announcements. Though details on those weren’t part of this update, it’s clear Sony is juggling multiple projects to stay competitive. Fairgame$ might not be front and center right now, but it’s far from dead, quietly evolving behind the scenes.
So if you forgot about Fairgame$, it’s time to pay attention again. Sony’s trying something new here, blending heist action with extraction gameplay to see if it can catch on. Whether or not that gamble pays off remains to be seen, but at least we know the project is still very much alive.
