After a successful Beta period that started a couple of months ago, H1Z1: Battle Royale will get a full release on PS4 next month.
Starting August 7, the free-to-play shooter will leave its Beta phase and enjoy Trophy support, new weapons, features, and launch bundles. That includes a now customary Battle Pass.
You can get a more in-depth look at what’s new once the game finally launches.
H1Z1: Battle Royale – New Weapons and Vehicles
New to H1Z1 is the explosive RPG and deadly SOCOM semi-automatic sniper rifle. The RPG has particular utility against vehicles, while the SOCOM slots in between the Scout Rifle and M40 Sniper Rifle (now a one-shot kill to the head, even with a helmet) to add another tactical layer to long-range gunfights.
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Also shaking up gameplay is a new vehicle: the ARV. This powerful personnel carrier fits a whole fives squad, and includes a hatch for your best marksman to pop out the top.
H1Z1: Battle Royale – Battle Pass and Bundles
Battle Pass Season 1 will be available at launch with 3 reward lines (free, premium and PS Plus) and 30 rewards tiers. Players can unlock tiers by earning XP through gameplay or through in-game purchases.
Two new bundles to be featured in the game are a kung-fu inspired Viper Starter bundle and Hardline Deluxe bundle. Both will be available at launch.
H1Z1: Battle Royale was built from the ground up for consoles, and has done pretty well for itself since launching in Beta on PS4 earlier this year.
You can read our interview with developer Daybreak Games for an idea of what to expect.