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The Division Heartland to Feature Four Game Modes, Crossplay, and more

IbizaPocholo

NeoGAFs Kent Brockman

Here’s a brief overview of all four modes coming to The Division Heartland.

Excursion​

Excursion, which was previously leaked as Expedition is a PvE mode that is aimed to get you prepared for Storm. In this mode players need to scavenge, loot, explore, and survive against enemy AI with the objective of extracting from the map via helicopter. Several people had implied that Excursion is essentially the tutorial mode of Storm, where players can get familiar with the map and modes concept before going against other players.

Storm​

Storm seems to be Heartland’s flagship gamemode that is PvPvE. Just like with Excursion, players need to scavenge, loot, explore, and survive. But of course, unlike Excursion, players need to fight against other players as well as AI. Unlike the majority of Battle Royale and extraction-based games, Storm is a little different in the sense that the gas expands from random points in the map, making each game different and challenging.

Nightfall​

Nightfall is the third Heartland mode that is an objective-based PvE mode. Just like with Storm, players need to loot up, survive, and extract to your Base of Operations (BOO). Nightfall is a little different though with added layers to increase the difficulty of the mode have been added. The mode requires players to complete objectives throughout the playthrough; some of these objectives include deploying beacons, tracking down targets, and collecting agent data.

Unlike Storm, players cannot extract with a helicopter and instead need to extract via an extraction point on foot at the edge of the map. The catch? Players cannot extract from Silver Creek at nightfall and need to survive the night against AI enemies called “Vultures” once the sun goes down.

Hunt​

Not much is currently known about Hunt, but sources have suggested that this mode is more PvP-based. Presumably, players will need to kill one another without having to deal with AI.

In addition to these new modes, sources have confirmed several other key details, including that The Division Heartland will feature crossplay and it’s currently in active testing. In addition, the game has had a huge overhaul to the likes of its inventory and gear system, which has made the system more familiar to The Division players.

Sources have provided under the request of anonymity footage and images of The Division Heartland and from my own impressions, it does appear that the game is near completion. Ubisoft has already pushed back Heartland’s release several times, but it’s expected that the game will release by the end of the year.

We should be hearing of the game soon, possibly during a Ubisoft showcase which is expected in the coming months, or it could be shown at this year’s Xbox “E3” presentation.
 

The_Mike

I cry about SonyGaf from my chair in Redmond, WA
Will it have open world like previous division games or only these modes, and have The division name as a misleading title?
 

Freeman76

Member
Just got back into TD2, its really quite good now I've got pretty hooked on it. I take it this a standalone and not an expansion?
 

MidGenRefresh

*Refreshes biennially
Can't wait for this one. I've put so many hours into The Division 1 and 2. Actually, I think I will install the first one and start over. That games has an amazing atmosphere.
 

VN1X

Banned
Hmm the game modes sound interesting at least. After Hunt, The Cycle and VtM: Bloodhunt I'm all about PVPVE-type shenanigans. If executed well it could be very good. Let's hope Ubi don't fuck it up lol.

Is this an expansion to TD2 or stand alone?
Stand-alone (and free to play).
 
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ANDS

King of Gaslighting
This sounds interesting. I hope they don't kill it with microtransactions.

Continued development of TD2 I'm almost certain if powered by the cosmetic shop. Unlikely to change with these new modes meant to extend the life of the game.
 

Krappadizzle

Gold Member
Stand-alone (and free to play).
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Men_in_Boxes

Snake Oil Salesman
This guy seems to be pretty knowledgable about The Division. Here he is dissecting the trailer from yesterday's Ubisoft event. I've time stamped at the gameplay portion...

 
Literally no one asked for this game.

The Division 2 community is starved of content yet they put out this battle royale BS. Mark my words, its going to tank just like that cringe as fuck FPS they have planned. Forgot the name. EDIT: XDefiant.

Ubisoft doesn't give a fuck about their IP's. They need new leadership.
 
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S0ULZB0URNE

Member
Literally no one asked for this game.

The Division 2 community is starved of content yet they put out this battle royale BS. Mark my words, its going to tank just like that cringe as fuck FPS they have planned. Forgot the name. EDIT: XDefiant.

Ubisoft doesn't give a fuck about their IP's. They need new leadership.
It's been getting content the last few months and will get more later this year.
 
It's been getting content the last few months and will get more later this year.
A handful of exotics. Some gear balancing and apparrel.

Just what the community wanted.

Oh and 2 more legendary missions on the same existing map that's been replayed a billion times.

Exciting stuff 🙄
 
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I miss the first Division. Had a blast. The second didn’t scratch the same itch.
That's because they treat Division 2 like that hoodrat you fuck from time to time just to get you by.

They put 18 staff on Division 2 'new' content since last year. Took them 1 year to roll out the new Countdown mode that still launched with tons of bugs. Massive and Ubisoft just doesn't give a fuck about the game.
 
More would be nice but I am excited 🤷‍♂️
Yeah more would be nice but new maps would be what the community wants. Like I said in previous post, they put 18 guys on Division 2 and from what I heard these are inexperienced devs. The people who initially worked on Div 2 was moved to other projects a long time ago and it shows. Game has been left to rot.
 

IbizaPocholo

NeoGAFs Kent Brockman

Tom Clancy's The Division Heartland has been rated M due to the presence of blood, intense violence, and strong language. The rating summary revealed that Tom Clancy's The Division Heartland features several scenes of violence, both in the cinematics and during gameplay sequences. The ESRB cites the execution of characters at close range, a scene of Russian roulette, and the torture of captives, among other violent cinematics. The battles also seem intense, with “cries of pain, blood-splatter effects, and explosions.”

On top of these scenes of violence and realistic battles, Tom Clancy's The Division Heartland will support in-game purchases. According to the ESRB, these purchases will not feature randomized elements like loot boxes, treasure chests, or prize wheels. However, previous entries in The Division series include Premium Credits that are purchased with real money and used to obtain cosmetic items and emotes from the in-game store.
 

IbizaPocholo

NeoGAFs Kent Brockman


Sign up for a chance to participate in the upcoming Tom Clancy’s The Division® Heartland PC Closed Beta at thedivisionheartland.com!

Join members of the Red Storm team as they discussIn early details on gameplay, classes, playstyles and other game mechanics, and an overview of what players can expect from The Division® Heartland in it's upcoming test phases.

More news to come in the summer.

About Tom Clancy’s The Division® Heartland:

The Division Heartland is a free-to-play, PvEvP focused, survival-action shooter set in the mysterious rural town of Silver Creek.

Explore and complete missions by day. Take on the dynamically moving contamination, enemy factions, and player squads by night.

  • [🎮] "Heartland" is a free-to-play survival action shooter set in the Division Universe that features streamlined survival gameplay and a beautiful new world to explore filled with dynamic PvEvP gameplay.
  • [👨‍💼] The game's Creative Director, Associate Game Director, and Community Developer introduce the game in the video.
  • [🏢] The game is set in small-town America and explores what happened to the heartland when the green poison was unleashed on the world.
  • [🎮] Players will be tasked with completing a set of missions and projects all focused on the goals of exploring the town and gathering the supplies necessary to help prepare the base of operations.
  • [👥] Players will have to work together as a team to overcome Silver Creek's toughest challenges and choose from three active classes, each with unique abilities, to help each other.
  • [💧] Dehydration and contamination are two challenges players must face in Silver Creek. Every trip into Silver Creek is unique, and players must be prepared with fresh, non-contaminated water.
  • [👥] For the first time in The Division, the entire base of operations is a shared space, and players can socialize, form a group, customize their character, and prep for their next operation. Each session begins and ends in the base of operations.

Heartland: The Division Universe's Newest Standalone Adventure​

Ubisoft has recently announced the release of "Heartland," an exciting addition to the Division Universe. In this standalone game, players get to experience a new storyline and meet new characters while exploring the beautiful and dynamic world of Silver Creek.

Introduction​

"Heartland" is a free-to-play survival action shooter set in the Division Universe. Players take on the role of a division agent tasked with protecting Silver Creek, a small town in Middle America, from enemy factions, rogue agents, and a deadly contamination. This game explores what happened to small-town America when the green poison was unleashed on the world. It introduces new characters and storylines while tying directly into the Division Universe's timeline.

Gameplay​

"Heartland" features streamlined survival gameplay and dynamic PvEvP gameplay, making it an exciting and unique take on the survival genre. The game launches with a robust experience for players on day one, with the first task being to help McKenzie Reed get Silver Creek's base of operations up and running. Players will be tasked with completing a set of missions and projects focused on exploring the town and gathering the supplies necessary to prepare the base of operations. Every mission completed gives players the tools and strength necessary to survive.

As players progress, they unlock the ability to select one of three active classes, each bringing something unique to the table. Combining these classes in a squad helps players overcome Silver Creek's toughest challenges, where one teammate falling behind requires the other teammates to pick up that weight. Talking together and working as a unit is the best way to ensure success in Silver Creek.

Environment​

Silver Creek is a hostile environment filled with deadly contamination, roaming enemy hordes, and the looming threat of sickness and dehydration. The contamination shapes the areas of the map that are easily accessible, and using a filter protects agents from the contamination. But the filter depletes quickly inside contaminated areas, so depending on how many filters players have on hand, they might decide to head into a contaminated area and get some loot that others passed up.

The game introduces night-time gameplay, where Silver Creek is sent into high alert, and the survival threat increases. Dangerous PvEvP from rogue players and AI is introduced, making night-time gameplay a deadly sandbox filled with unexpected threats. The constant carrot of great rewards keeps players engaged and motivated to play.

Development​

"I'm Keith Evans, Creative Director on 'Heartland' at Red Storm Entertainment. Hi, I'm Taylor Epperly. I'm the Associate Game Director on 'Heartland'. Hi, I'm Carrie Bland, Community Developer on 'Heartland,'" the team's leaders, shared their excitement for the project. The team poured their heart into this game, working on it for a year in closed tests. They built on the experience, responding to the feedback they received, and evolved towards a unique and exciting take on survival PvEvP gameplay.

Conclusion​

"Heartland" is an exciting addition to the Division Universe. It offers players a chance to explore a new world, meet new characters, and experience a new storyline while enjoying a unique and exciting take on the survival genre. With its streamlined gameplay, dynamic PvEvP gameplay, and night-time gameplay, "Heartland" is sure to keep players engaged and motivated to keep playing.
 
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