Highguard persists with new patch as devs call outage a 'low priority' reputational issue

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Wildlight’s PvP shooter Highguard releases a new content patch (airship base, lockpick raid, Moonbruin mount) while the game’s website remains offline. Despite layoffs and a troubled launch, developers say the outage is a 'low priority' reputational issue and that a core team will continue to support updates and content.
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