Last Flag News

[p]We dropped a brand-new trailer today during the PC Gaming Show: Most Wanted 2025, and in case you missed the live show, you can check out the trailer below. And if you’ve been waiting to get your hands on Last Flag we’ve got a new public demo on Steam that you can dive into right now and all weekend long! [/p][h2]A Brilliantly Devised Plan[/h2][p]Get to know some of Last Flag’s contestants a little better in our latest trailer for the game, which just aired for the first time during the PC Gaming Show: Most Wanted 2025. Julius calls the shots with a strategy he’s cooked up that’s practically guaranteed to ensure victory for the team. . . as long as everything goes according to plan.[/p][p][/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][h2]Play the Demo All Weekend Long[/h2][p]From now through December 7, you can head in game to try out Last Flag during our free demo on Steam! Blaze a trail to the opposing flag as Skyfire, pick off enemies one by one as Banshee, or slice and dice your way to victory from the shadows as Knives. With nine unique contestants to choose from, there are plenty of playstyles to try out during your matches. Additionally, we’ve implemented a wide variety of translations so that you can play in your preferred language.[/p]

• [p]Demo Start: Thursday, December 4 at 12pm PST / 3pm EST / 9pm CET[/p]
• [p]Demo End: Sunday, December 7 at 10pm PST / 1am EST / 7am CET (Dec 8)[/p]

[p]Hit the Training Gym[/p][p]If you’re new to the game, we’ve recently added the Training Gym, which you can access from the game’s “Play” menu. Head there to tinker with each contestant in the Firing Range or Ability Range before you head into your first match against real players. [/p][p]NDA Lifted[/p][p]Whether you’re a content creator looking to live stream your matches, or you just want to post a fun clip for your friends to see, we’ve lifted our playtesting Non-Disclosure Agreement during the demo. That means you can broadcast your games, record and post video or screenshots, and discuss the game freely.[/p][h2]Community Demo Activities[/h2][p]Throughout the demo this weekend, we’ve got lots of activities in store for you in the official Last Flag Discord server. Whether you’re playing to beat the devs for a special server role, checking off squares on your Last Flag Bingo card, or tuning into a live Q&A, there are plenty of opportunities to join the fun. Here’s the full schedule:[/p][p][/p][h3]Beat the Devs at Their Own Game[/h3][p]A community favorite in the past, “Beat the Devs” sessions return each day during this weekend’s demo. We can’t wait to go head-to-head with you, so come show us what you’re made of![/p][p]Do your best to win a match against a member of the Night Street Games team (they’ll have “\[NS]” in their names). Then, grab a screenshot of your post-match scoreboard and share it in our Discord server. When you do, you’ll earn the “Dev Destroyer” server role. [/p][h3]Join Our Live Dev Q&As[/h3][p]In case you hadn’t seen him just yet, we recently revealed Skyfire as the latest contestant to join the cast of Last Flag. This weekend, we’re hosting developer Q&A sessions focused on Skyfire with members of the Night Street team. Bring your art and design questions with you![/p]

• [p]Skyfire Design Q&A: Friday, December 5 at 11am PST / 2pm EST / 8pm CET[/p]
• [p]Skyfire Art Q&A: Saturday, December 6 at 12pm PST / 3pm EST / 9pm CET[/p]

[h3]Complete Your Last Flag Bingo Card[/h3][p]We’ve put together a uniquely Last Flag-themed Bingo card loaded with side quests that will help you really sink your teeth into the game. Complete any five squares in a row on the Bingo card below and mark them off as you go. Submit your Bingo card in the Last Flag Discord server before the demo concludes to earn the special Bingo Master server role. Bonus points if you complete the entire card![/p][p][/p][p]There’s even more where that came from, so make sure to visit our Discord server this weekend to take part in the action. Thank you very much for checking out Last Flag this weekend. We hope you have a blast, and we’ll see you in game![/p][p]
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[p]We recently revealed our new contestant, Skyfire, who will be playable as part of a major new patch in our public demo this weekend, and we’re about to release a brand new trailer during the PC Gaming Show: Most Wanted 2025 on December 4. To help celebrate these huge moments as we close out the year, we’re partnering up with Raijin.gg to host a giveaway in which you can win a share in a prize pool valued up to 2,500 USD![/p][p][/p][h2]Get Your Name into the Running[/h2][p]Enter by visiting Raijin.gg and linking your Steam account to receive Raijin Play Passes. You can use one of your Play Passes to join the Last Flag giveaway, and then wishlist Last Flag on Steam to earn 10 giveaway entries (20 entries if you have the Rare badge on the platform).[/p][p][/p][h2]What’s Up for Grabs?[/h2][p]The more players who participate in the giveaway, the larger the prize pool grows, up to the max tier of 2,500 USD. Winners will be drawn randomly from the pool of entrants within 30 days. Your prize will be larger the earlier your name is drawn, and up to 100 people walk away with a share in the loot.[/p][p]The giveaway ends Tuesday, December 16 at 3pm PST (6pm EST / 11pm UTC), so make sure to get your entries in before it’s too late. Best of luck to everyone! Keep an eye on the Last Flag Discord server and our social accounts for updates throughout the giveaway, and remember to dive into our free demo this week, from December 4 - 7.[/p]

[p]A couple of weeks ago, we were honored by the news that the PC Gaming Show Council nominated Last Flag for their 25 most-anticipated games list. Now, we’re counting down the days until we take part in the PC Gaming Show: Most Wanted 2025 on Thursday, December 4! [/p][p]We can hardly wait to share what we’ve got in store for you during the show. While we can’t spoil too many of the details just yet, here’s a little preview of what to expect:[/p]

• [p]The debut of a brand new trailer.[/p]
• [p]A look behind the scenes at the origins and development of Last Flag with Dan and Mac Reynolds and other members of the Night Street Games team.[/p]
• [p]Last Flag’s official PC launch date reveal.[/p]
  • [p]Update (Dec 1, 2025): We're working on some exciting things behind the scenes, and while we had originally planned to reveal our launch date this week, we're going to hold off on that announcement for just a little while longer. Thank you for your patience and stay tuned![/p]

[h2]How to Tune In[/h2][p]If you’re as excited as we are, then make sure to mark your calendar to catch the live broadcast on Thursday, December 4 at 12pm PST / 3pm EST / 8pm GMT by heading to PC Gamer’s YouTube and Twitch channels.[/p][p]In addition, we’re planning to host a watch party with the Last Flag playtest community in our official Discord server. If you haven’t joined already, you can head here to grab an invite, and then drop by our stage channel when the show begins to watch the show alongside other players and Night Street devs.[/p][h2]Play the Demo All Weekend Long[/h2][p]In case you hadn’t heard yet, we’re kicking off a limited-time, public demo alongside our appearance at PC Gaming Show next week. You can dive into the demo as soon as the broadcast concludes to take our newest contestant, Skyfire, for a test drive, get your hands on a variety of community-driven improvements in our latest patch, and play the game in your language of choice now that we’ve added a variety of translations. [/p][p]The demo will only be running for a few days, so make sure to jump in and flex your flag-finding skills before it ends on Sunday, December 7 at 10pm PST / 1am EST / 7am CET (Dec 8).[/p][p]That’s all we’ve got for you today, but there’s plenty more Last Flag news to come. Keep an eye out for all the latest here on Steam, and we’ll see you next week.[/p]

[p]We just opened up our booth at WePlay Expo 2025 in Shanghai, China, where our newest contestant is playable on the show floor. While the event itself is just getting started, we couldn’t wait to share an early look at Skyfire and his abilities with you here, as well. Below, we’ve also included a fresh look at Last Flag’s keyart featuring the full contestant lineup, and details about our next public demo coming up on Thursday, December 4.[/p][h2]Skyfire Takes the Stage[/h2][p][/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][p]Last Flag is the hottest game show on the planet, but a new contestant is poised to crank up the heat even further. Armed with a custom-built flamethrower, a fully-fueled jetpack, and a knack for showmanship, Skyfire is sure to set audiences ablaze* and soar into the spotlight during his debut episode. Here’s a preview of the firepower he’ll bring to the team whenever he’s on the hunt for the flag.[/p][p]Main Weapon: Flamethrower[/p]

• [p]A close-range weapon, the flamethrower increases the damage it does as its heat builds up before it eventually needs to be vented.[/p]

[p]Alternate Fire: Molten Chunk[/p]

• [p]Lob a chunk of lava that splashes into a pool of fire on impact. Increases the heat level of the flamethrower.[/p]

[p]Passive Ability: Jetpack[/p]

• [p]Holding jump while airborne activates your jetpack, lifting you into the air in free flight.[/p]

[p]Primary Ability: Chain Anchor[/p]

• [p]Place a disco ball that leashes enemies with a chain, slowing them down and stopping them from leaving the area.[/p]

[p]Secondary Ability: Flame Launch[/p]

• [p]Launch yourself high into the air, leaving a pool of fire on the ground.[/p]

[p]Ultimate Ability: Redeemer Joyride[/p]

• [p]Turn your jetpack into a missile as you ride it towards the target and leap off at the last moment before it explodes.[/p]

[p]* Figuratively, of course. Rest assured, Last Flag’s studio audience members enjoy the show from the relative safety** of deluxe stadium seating.[/p][p]** All studio audience members are required to review and sign a waiver prior to attending Last Flag filming in person.[/p][h2]Fresh Faces, Refreshed Keyart[/h2][p]Now that Skyfire is ready to sail into Last Flag, we’ve updated our keyart to feature the entire cast so far. In addition to the new arrival, you may notice that two of our contestants are sporting fresh new looks. Camila and Soo-Jin had a visit with the production crew to update their wardrobes and hairstyles before their next on-stage appearances.[/p][p][/p][h2]Dive Into the Demo on December 4[/h2][p]Whether you’re already part of our playtest crew, or you’ve been waiting to test drive Last Flag for the first time, we’re excited to share that we’ve got a new public demo lined up for you on Steam from December 4 - 7! Team up with a friend (or four), lock in your contestant of choice, and give it your all in the quest to swipe the enemy flag, because servers will be up and running all weekend long. Here’s what you need to know:[/p][p]Demo Availability:[/p]

• [p]Start: Thursday, December 4 at 12pm PST / 3pm EST / 9pm CET[/p]
• [p]End: Sunday, December 7 at 10pm PST / 1am EST / 7am CET (Dec 8)[/p]

[p]As with our previous demo, we’re lifting our Non-Disclosure Agreement as soon as the demo begins, which means you can discuss the game with others, post screenshots, and record or stream gameplay to your heart’s content.[/p][p]Need a warmup before diving in? You got it. The demo will feature our new training gym where you can try out as many contestants as you’d like in the new firing range and ability range before jumping into a match against other players. In addition, we’ve added a wide variety of translations to the game so that you can play in your language of choice.[/p][p]We’ve got more in store for you over the weeks to come, so make sure to check back here to catch the latest Last Flag news.
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[p]Los Angeles, Cologne, São Paulo… It’s been a wild ride ever since we announced our game five short months ago, but we’re just getting started. Last Flag’s world tour continues this week as we gear up for WePlay Expo 2025 in Shanghai, China![/p][p][/p][h2]New Contestant, New Demo & More[/h2][p]During the event, we’re planning to share news that you can get fired up about, including an early look at a brand new contestant who’s sure to heat up the competition when they soar into their Last Flag debut with the next game update.[/p][p]We’re not stopping there! Unveiling a new cast member is just the warm up. We are also going to reveal the final character models for two of our existing contestants, and new keyart featuring the full lineup (so far). For the grand finale, we’ll share the dates and details about an upcoming limited time demo, during which our servers will be live 24/7 and open to everyone for some flag-finding mayhem.[/p][p][/p][p]Can you guess who the new contestant might be? We’d love to hear everyone’s theories, so be sure to drop yours in our official Discord server this week. Here’s a hint to help fuel your predictions:[/p][p][/p][h2]Catch All the News from WePlay this Friday[/h2][p]If you happen to attend WePlay in person, you will be able to get your hands on the game—and the new contestant—at our demo stations on the show floor (booth A17). For those of you at home, come back to Last Flag’s Steam page on Friday, November 21 after 7:00 p.m. PST (03:00 UTC on Nov 22). We’ll have you covered with a recap of everything we announce at WePlay, so that you don’t miss a moment of the action.[/p][p]We’ll see you later this week![/p]