The Finals, developed by Embark Studios, is a free-to-play multiplayer shooter that redefines competitive action with a bold concept: total environmental destruction. Instead of static maps and predictable choke points, every arena in The Finals is fully interactive. Walls crumble, skyscrapers collapse, and entire routes can be reshaped in seconds, creating a battlefield where adaptability and creativity matter as much as aim and reflexes. Styled as a flashy, televised competition, the game delivers chaotic yet tactical matches that feel like a blend of esports and entertainment spectacle.
Destruction at the Core
The signature feature of The Finals is its fully destructible environment. No structure is permanent. Every wall, floor, or building can be destroyed, blown apart, or repurposed during combat. This mechanic completely shifts how matches play out compared to traditional shooters.
Players can bring down entire towers to eliminate enemy squads, blast holes into walls to create shortcuts, or block off escape routes by collapsing structures. The environment becomes an active part of the strategy rather than just a backdrop. This adds unpredictability to every match—no two battles unfold the same way, and even veteran players must constantly adapt to evolving terrain.
Diverse Playstyles with Three Archetypes
Instead of dozens of overlapping classes, The Finals keeps things sharp and balanced with three main archetypes: Light, Medium, and Heavy. Each archetype has unique strengths, weapons, and abilities, encouraging team synergy.
- Light players focus on speed and stealth. They excel in hit-and-run tactics, flanking enemies, and securing objectives before slipping away.
- Medium players strike a balance, bringing versatile weapons and gadgets that make them reliable in both offense and defense.
- Heavy players wield raw firepower, shields, and demolition tools, capable of breaking through defenses or holding key positions.
This structure allows squads to experiment with team compositions, mixing different archetypes to maximize efficiency. Success comes from understanding not just individual strengths, but how they complement one another in chaotic battles.
Tactical Creativity and Chaos
The Finals rewards creativity. Unlike many shooters where gunplay alone decides victory, here players can think outside the box. Want to drop an enemy squad from a collapsing roof? Go ahead. Prefer to build barricades and fortify a position? That’s viable too.
The arenas themselves are designed for chaos, filled with verticality, interactive objects, and multiple points of entry. Matches are fast-paced and unpredictable, often turning into cinematic spectacles where buildings explode, debris fills the air, and squads scramble for objectives amidst destruction.
The Esports-Show Atmosphere
What makes The Finals truly stand out is its game show-style presentation. Matches feel like televised competitions, complete with flashy visuals, live commentary, and over-the-top energy. Instead of just being another tactical shooter, it feels like you’re part of a competitive entertainment event.
This unique style adds adrenaline and personality, making every match feel bigger than just winning or losing—it feels like performing on a stage. For fans of esports and competitive gaming, it blends spectacle with skill in a way few games attempt.
Why It Stands Out
The Finals doesn’t just add destruction as a gimmick—it makes it the backbone of gameplay. This combination of team-based shooting, fully destructible arenas, and high-energy presentation creates something fresh in the crowded multiplayer shooter space. Every battle feels dynamic, every squad can approach situations differently, and the spectacle ensures it remains as fun to watch as it is to play.
By merging tactical depth, chaotic fun, and a unique esports atmosphere, The Finals is carving out its place as one of the boldest experiments in modern competitive shooters.
