One burning question has risen above all others within our dedicated community over the last few months: when will SYNCED release? During today's Level Infinite showcase at Gamescom 2023, we finally got our answer:
SYNCED launches on PC on September 8, 2023
That means you'll be able to dive into the Meridian and start blasting Nanos in just over two weeks. Check out our Gamescom 2023 trailer and get hyped:
Don't forget to pre-register today for sweet rewards at launch: https://www.syncedthegame.com/
Developer SYNC-up
Gamescom 2023 kicks off in just a few days (August 23) and we couldn't be more excited to attend the show. SYNCED will be featured as part of Level Infinite's "Into the Infinite" showcase, and we've got lots of good stuff lined up for those who'll be joining us online or in person at the event. Check out our Gamescom Preview for all the details. https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/1008080/view/3662042610460943059
But before we get the party started in Cologne, let's check in with Creative Director Clark Yang for his thoughts on Gamescom and why it's special for SYNCED in the latest Developer SYNC-up:
Thanks for watching. Don't forget to catch SYNCED at Gamescom right here on August 23, and pre-register now to be eligible for great rewards at launch.
How Guntech Works in SYNCED
As you and your squad patrol the Dead Sectors for precious Nerva you'll come across some truly terrifying Nanos hell-bent on preventing you from making it back to Haven in one piece. Luckily, you'll find all manner of weapons scattered across the Meridian, ideal for keeping the hordes at bay. Occasionally, you might stumble across something extra special - a Guntech weapon.
Standing out from the crowd
Guntech weapons are valuable items in the world of SYNCED. While their unique appearance visually sets them apart from standard weapons, it's their powerful and devastating effects that truly make them a force to be reckoned with. For example, where a standard submachine gun might be useful for peppering your Nano foes with lead, a Guntech equivilant (such as "Chaos Theory", pictured above) will offer increased damage with every bullet fired.
As you uncover rarer Guntech variants, you'll gain access to even more devastating and outlandish weapon effects. Fancy a rifle capable of delivering a black hole right onto a Prime Nano's head? "Supernova" has got you covered.
Further Augmentation
Acquiring your shiny new Guntech weapon is just the beginning. Augmentation allows you to truly make it sing, offering a powerful upgrade path and turning your scary new toy into a ridiculous Nano-slaying machine.
Such fine-tuning allows you to grow your chosen Guntech weapon in sync with your wider playstyle - complimenting your Runner, your mods, and even your squad. At least until you find your next Guntech weapon!
Where you'll find them, and where you won't
Guntech weapons are available through the various PvE modes in SYNCED, and - when combined with Runner Mods and your Armband Codex - represent a core element of player progression and customization.
However, owing to their "over-powered" nature and tendancy to laugh in the face of "balance", Guntech weapons are not permitted in PvP game modes. Maintaining a fun and fair competitive environment is our top priority when it comes to player-vs-player encounters, and so you'll need to stow your Guntech arsenal until your next battle against the vicious Nanos of the Meridian.
Have you found a Guntech in your travels through the Meridian? If so, which one was it? Let us know on our social channels!
Gamescom 2023 is almost upon us, taking place from 23 - 27 August in Cologne, Germany. As the biggest games expo of the year, and our last big show before launch, we're pulling out all the stops.
SYNCED will be featured as part of publisher Level Infinite's "Into the Infinite" showcase, which kicks off at 7PM CEST on August 23. For those joining the festivities online, catch the showcase right here. We have big news to share, so don't miss it!
For those lucky enough to be in attendance, stop by our booth in Hall 6 to:
Get the latest launch date news
Experience live gameplay
Take part in merch giveaways
Check out some SYNCED cosplay
And even grab a selfie with a life-sized Nano (and win some free stuff in the process)
But that's not all: If you cannot attend Gamescom yourself, make sure to check out our daily Twitch livestreams, starting at 5pm CEST on https://www.twitch.tv/synced_en, directly from the show floor. And be sure to follow our social channels for even more great content from Gamescom. So, whether you're boots-on-the-ground at the show or following along at home, we can't wait to kick off a festival of SYNCED fun at Gamescom 2023!
SYNCED launches later this summer. Pre-register on SYNCEDTHEGAME.COM to earn some sweet rewards for launch.
Prepare for the SYNCED Invitational
Brace yourselves for a battle of epic proportions. The SYNCED Invitational kicks off on August 16 and features brave teams of content creators from around the world. Follow and support your favourite teams - and maybe win some SYNCED loot along the way - by tuning in to their channels as they tackle some of the most difficult content SYNCED has to offer!
The SYNCED Invitational is split into two rounds:
SYNCED Bootcamp (Aug 16): This is where content creators can familiarise themselves with all aspects of SYNCED, including Runner abilities, the Mod system, and the Nano-filled Dead Sectors.
The SYNCED Invitational Finals (Aug 23): The moment of truth. Our teams of content creators will push themselves to the limit in a race against the clock as they fight to be the first team to beat the Dead Sectors under the ruthless Master Ops difficulty.
And that's not all - giveaway codes will be distributed during livestreams to unlock great SYNCED loot for your account at launch. So mark your calendars and get ready to support your favourite team at the SYNCED Invitational!
For more information on the creators taking part and where you can tune in, check out the following link: https://www.syncedthegame.com/events/invitational/
Win a Custom Alienware x16 Gaming Laptop
Just as an effective Runner relies on their synced Nano for back-up in a firefight, so too do gamers depend on their trusty gaming rig to render those frames and trace those rays. We've teamed up with Alienware, an industry leader in cutting-edge gaming tech, to give away a custom x16 gaming laptop powered by the Intel i9 13900HK processor and Nvidia GeForce RTX 4080 GPU. This beastly rig knows how to stand out from the crowd too, rocking a custom SYNCED Nano design.
For a chance to win this powerful gaming machine, head on over to our giveaway page: https://gleam.io/AGMOe/synced-laptop-giveaway-powered-by-alienware-global
And the Alienware x SYNCED collaboration doesn't end there. We're proud to be powered by Alienware technology at the upcoming Gamescom 2023 live event in Cologne, Germany, which takes place from August 23 - 27! Visitors to the Level Infinite booth in Hall 6 can experience SYNCED on the latest and greatest Alienware technology, and rest easy knowing that while their synced Nano has got their back, Alienware has got their silky-smooth gameplay and lightning-fast reaction times!
For more information on the Alienware x SYNCED collaboration, check here: https://www.syncedthegame.com/events/alienware/en.html
Pre-Register Now for Launch Rewards
Things are heating up in the world of SYNCED as we approach Gamescom 2023 and further news of our impending global launch! To get the party started, we're kicking things off with our official Pre-Registration Event over at SYNCEDTHEGAME.COM
Pre-registration is available for all players on Steam, Epic Games Store, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S platforms. We've included a wide range of SYNCED in-game rewards for those who pre-register, starting with character avatars and emotes and building towards weapon, Nano, and Runner skins. The more pre-registration milestones reached, the greater the rewards unlocked - so share with your friends today!
Please note - all rewards will be provided to eligible accounts once SYNCED officially launches later this summer.
Developer SYNC-up
SYNCED offers exciting looter-shooter gameplay featuring rogue-lite elements, and the addition of a deep and rewarding progression system to drive the overall experience was always top of our list of priorities during development.
The progession systems in SYNCED have been designed to offer players mutiple paths to power-up their Runner and experiment with their build. In today's Developer SYNC-up, Creative Director Clark Yang provides a deep dive on what players can expect to see from these systems:
One more thing: SYNCED will be attending Gamescom 2023 as part of Level Infinite's "Into the Infinite" showcase from August 23. We have some juicy news lined up and our booth will be full of surprises. We'll be posting updates from the event, so keep it locked right here if you can't attend the show live - and don't forget to wishlist!
SYNCED | Developer Livestream 7/13
On July 13th, Haven welcomed runners both new and old. Our host and Community Manager at NExT Studios Jake Rosenblum brought on both Kevin Shortt, the Narrative Director for SYNCED as well as Liv Peelen, a Narrative Designer who specializes in storytelling and item naming. The topic of this week’s stream was all about names in SYNCED, and how they were created. The stream started out with the naming process and the stories behind some of the names we’ve come to know and love. Later, the guests were challenged to a word trivia game, to test their knowledge of the item names in SYNCED. To end the stream, our guests strapped on their boots, and went into the Meridian to show off their preferred weapons as well as their favorite Runner.
If you would like to get synced, watch the video on demand below.
Developer SYNC-up
SYNCED is a fast-paced futuristic shooter with an emphasis on intense co-operative action. Consequently, our developers worked hard to effectively combine an intriguing narrative without sacrificing the fluid moment-to-moment gameplay.
Creative Director and Producer Clark Yang sits down with Narrative Director Kevin Shortt to discuss striking a balance between story and gameplay, working on such a large project remotely, and how collaborating can produce the best results:
We'd also like to give a special thanks to everyone who played our recent SYNCED demo during Steam Next Fest. We hope you enjoyed the futuristic co-operative experience we've been working on, and are excited to try the full game when it releases later this summer. Don't forget to wishlist!
