Highguard’s trailer dropped during the 2025 Game Awards, but unlike many spots squeezed in through marketing budgets, this one reportedly wasn’t bought. The show’s organizers decided the hero shooter deserved a place on the stage based on its own merits. Despite that, the reveal met a surprisingly chilly reception online, sparking criticism and preemptive negativity that seemed out of proportion to what players had actually seen. It’s a curious case of a game earning a prime showcase without the usual financial backstage card, only to find itself under a harsher spotlight than many of its competitors.
Source: pcgamer.com
