FPS Game: Dev Test
Released Feb 2022
A Simple, Fun, Multiplayer FPS game, strictly built and packaged for development testing and networking development.
85% positive · 1,421 reviews
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Released, active development but status unclear
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Active Development
Development Uncertain
Not yet
Released, active development but status unclear
Low confidence
Active Development
Development Uncertain
Where to get it
Free on Steam
Evaluation
FPS Game: Dev Test launched on February 26, 2022 as a free-to-play multiplayer shooter explicitly described as a development and networking test project. The store description states the game "will continue to adapt and have new mechanics and testable features as time goes on" and promises more game modes and weapon systems to be added.
The developer was actively posting updates throughout early 2022, shipping a series of feature patches (versions 0.6 through 0.8) between March and April 2022. On April 8, 2022, the developer announced that version 0.8 would be the last major update on the Unreal Engine 4 build, and that they would begin work on a full UE5 rebuild to launch as Version 1.0 — with promised additions including a Co-op Mode and UI overhaul. On April 21, 2022, the developer followed up with a community poll asking for input on the UE5 rebuild's direction regarding graphics style, setting, and gameplay feel.
That April 21, 2022 post is the last developer communication on record. No further patches, announcements, or updates have been published since then. The promised UE5 Version 1.0 rebuild has never been announced as released or cancelled. Over four years have passed since the last post with no explanation from the developer. While the game's store description still promises ongoing development and the original plans remain publicly stated, the prolonged silence makes it unclear whether this rebuild is still in progress, has been abandoned, or has been quietly shelved.
Evidence
Developer solicited community feedback on the direction of the UE5 rebuild, covering graphics style, game setting, and gameplay feel. This is the last official communication from the developer.
Developer announced version 0.8 as the last UE4 build, with a full UE5 rebuild planned to launch as Version 1.0, including Co-op Mode and UI overhaul.
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Details
Developer
Publisher
jackal_dev_test
Achievements
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Platform
Windows
Controller
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Steam Deck
Playable
Players
Single-player · Multiplayer · PvP
About this game
FPS Game: Dev Test, is a First person shooter that is strictly built of a development asset, its intended purpose is to test and showcase networking features and other advanced Steam systems. It will continue to adapt and have new mechanics and testable features as time goes on. It is functioning and can be played by anyone. It is intended for multiplayer PVP combat and sessions, but creates online sessions using listen server at the moment. This is good if you want to just play with your friends only in a small private game.
It currently uses a basic sort of class system that gives you a skill based on what class is selected e.g. Ammo box, health box, explosives box. On the loadout screen the player will get to pick what Class, Primary Weapon, Secondary Weapon, Perk and Grenade type.
You can play single player against bots, or multiplayer (can include bots as well). It uses a server browser, so look for a game and join random people. or create a game for you and your friends for the private experience if you'd prefer.
Capture the Flag,
Team Death Match,
Free For All,
Confirmed Kill,
Conquest/Domination.
Assault Rifle,
Shotgun,
Machine Gun,
Sniper,
SMG,
Pistols.
It currently uses a basic sort of class system that gives you a skill based on what class is selected e.g. Ammo box, health box, explosives box. On the loadout screen the player will get to pick what Class, Primary Weapon, Secondary Weapon, Perk and Grenade type.
You can play single player against bots, or multiplayer (can include bots as well). It uses a server browser, so look for a game and join random people. or create a game for you and your friends for the private experience if you'd prefer.
Development
The Game is built for development purposes and will change on a fairly regular basis, adding more content each time. This will mean more gamemodes and different weapon systems will be added along the way.Gamemodes:
There is many game modes to play, and more to be added with time, ranging from:Capture the Flag,
Team Death Match,
Free For All,
Confirmed Kill,
Conquest/Domination.
Weapons/Loadouts:
There is a variety of weapon types you can choose from when playing:Assault Rifle,
Shotgun,
Machine Gun,
Sniper,
SMG,
Pistols.
Are these done yet?
Last evaluated Jun 22, 2026
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