PVPVE extraction shooter HAWKED gets open beta next month

Publisher and developer UPWAKE.ME has announced an open beta for HAWKED, their new PVPVE extraction shooter.

The new open beta is set to run from August 3rd through the 17th on Windows PC, via Steam and the MGLauncher. A crossplay beta is also planned for PC and consoles, but more details are coming later.

“Open Beta kicks off the HAWKED journey, which launches with Issue #0,” developer UPWAKE.ME said. “As the game progresses, new Issues will be released that evolve the narrative of the game alongside large new seasonal content updates. The Renegade Pass #0 will be provided for free to all players that join the Open Beta. Any exclusive cosmetics they unlock on this battle pass will be theirs to keep permanently (regular game progression will be reset when the game is fully launched).”

Here’s a rundown on the previously announced game, plus a new trailer:

HAWKED

The adventurers guild GRAIL has made the discovery of a lifetime: X-Isle, a mysterious island that harbors powerful artifacts from a lost civilization. However, GRAIL’s attempts at extraction fail when the island’s monstrous inhabitants attack. Enter the Renegades, treasure-hunting mercenaries with a penchant for plundering…

Squad up, board the Riftwake to X-Isle, and get ready to land the score of a lifetime in HAWKED!

Features

FIGHT DIRTY IN PvPvE EXCURSIONS – When the chips are down, fortune favors the bad. Scavenge weapons and ammo to battle lizard-like Disciples, outwit enemies, and gun down other Renegades in an all-out hunt for X-Isle’s arcane treasures.

EXPLORE X-ISLE – This interdimensional island is as beautiful as it is mysterious. Use your trusty Traverser to run, jump, surf, zipline, and fly through an ever-evolving new world filled with mountains, jungles, and ancient temples.

LOOT ‘EM UP – Solve puzzles and dodge traps to steal treasure, then escape the island to extract it. You can use your hard-stolen haul to upgrade your gear and abilities!

CUSTOMIZE YOUR RENEGADE – Make your mark with customizable loadouts and abilities. Wield new weapons and equipment like katanas and grappling hooks to specialize in stealth, defense, or lightning fast looting!