2026’s Exciting New FPS Lets You Play as an Arms Dealer and Day Trader

Wardogs is an upcoming multiplayer FPS from Bulkhead, the studio behind the popular Battalion 1944. Touted as “tactical all-out warfare,” the game aims to strike a balance between the fast-paced action of arcade shooters like Call of Duty and Battlefield, and the intense realism of hardcore simulators such as Arma and Escape From Tarkov.

While Wardogs will need to prove itself on the battlefield, it shows promise with several intriguing mechanics. One standout feature allows players to take on the role of an arms dealer in the endgame, selling weapons to teammates right from the start of a match.

“For players with limited time, we want to introduce the ability to invest your in-game cash and upgrade your own businesses,” says Howard Philpott, UI/UX director at Bulkhead, in an early access preview. “Having your side hustle businesses create items for your next gaming session is the true endgame. By acquiring a weapon or vehicle manufacturer, you can produce custom loadouts at a lower cost than what’s available from in-match vendors.”

Instead of just crafting weapons for personal use, players can become arms dealers and make a profit.

“If you’re savvy in business, consider unlocking high-level items and selling them to other players through supply crates, adding your own markup for profit,” Philpott adds. “Or you could undercut your competition and sell them cheaper.” It’s reminiscent of setting up a sweet shop and selling treats on the playground.

Executive producer Joe Brammer clarifies that this mechanic is entirely optional, catering to players who want to “min-max their cash spending and time in and out of the game.” Those who engage with this system could see greater profits over a season compared to players who only purchase weapons and vehicles from in-game vendors.

This announcement coincides with the introduction of an in-game economy where earned cash can be exchanged for gold bars, the “endgame currency” used for permanent cosmetic unlocks. The exchange rate between cash and gold bars will vary daily, adding a layer of economic strategy. At the end of each season, any leftover cash will automatically convert to gold bars, ensuring that new players aren’t left behind financially.

So, what exactly is Wardogs? The developers have made it clear about what it isn’t: it’s not a battle royale, not an extraction game, and it’s not aiming to be a “Battlefield killer.” The main game mode features up to 100 players per match, divided into three teams, all vying for control of a single zone on a massive map. This means that if the player count hits the maximum, one team will have an extra member.

Players earn cash through various in-game actions: taking down enemies, healing teammates, or transporting allies into the control zone, among other activities. However, if you splurge on high-end gear, you risk not making a profit if your performance falters or if you don’t win. The best part? Cash cannot be purchased through microtransactions. Huzzah!