FOV 90 invites readers to delve into the exhilarating world of first-person shooters (FPS), a genre that has captivated gamers for decades. The column, penned by Morgan Park, explores various facets of FPS gaming, from the nostalgic classics to the latest innovations. A cherished tradition within the community is the organized FPS scrimmage, where players engage in epic battles, forge friendships, and exchange the ever-popular “GGs.” This genre stands out for its versatility, offering a myriad of gameplay modes that can cater to any mood or group dynamic.
Round 1 – Vote!
As we embark on this journey, we invite you to participate in our first round of voting. Below are the matchups for you to consider:
- Team Deathmatch vs. FFA/Deathmatch – Would you prefer the camaraderie of a team or the thrill of going solo?
- Battle Royale vs. Extraction – Two expansive modes that have given rise to vibrant subgenres.
- Conquest vs. Domination – Large-scale battles with vehicles or smaller skirmishes with random respawns?
- Bomb Defusal vs. Hostage – The tension of a single-life elimination versus the strategic challenge of escorting NPCs.
- Gun Game vs. Payload – Race to eliminate with every weapon or work together to push a payload?
- Infection vs. Prop Hunt – Two asymmetrical party modes, each with its own charm.
- VIP vs. Capture The Flag – Objective modes where one player becomes the focal point of the team.
- Attack & Defend vs. King of the Hill – Engage in tactical assaults or battle for control over a single point.
Round 1 voting closes on Saturday, October 3 at 11:59 PM PDT. The more votes we gather, the more intriguing the results will be, so be sure to rally your friends to participate. We will return next week to unveil the results and kick off Round 2.
<h3 class="article-bodysection” id=”section-team-deathmatch-or-ffa-deathmatch”>Team Deathmatch or FFA/Deathmatch?
Also known as Team Slayer (Halo) or Slayer (Halo)
Would you rather fight alone or with a team?
<h3 class="article-bodysection” id=”section-battle-royale-vs-extraction”>Battle Royale VS Extraction
Commonly referred to as BR or Extraction Shooters
Two modes so large and complex that they’ve spawned vibrant subgenres.
<h3 class="article-bodysection” id=”section-conquest-vs-domination”>Conquest VS Domination
Also known as Warfare (Hell Let Loose) or Territories (Halo), Domination Control Point (Team Fortress 2)
Large-scale point capture with vehicles and control point respawns popularized by Battlefield, or small-scale point capture with random respawns popularized by Unreal Tournament and Call of Duty?
<h3 class="article-bodysection” id=”section-bomb-defusal-vs-hostage”>Bomb Defusal VS Hostage
Known as Bomb (Rainbow Six Siege) or Plant/Defuse (Valorant)
The single-life elimination showdown. Bomb is historically the more competitive mode, but many have a soft spot for escorting NPCs out of buildings.
<h3 class="article-bodysection” id=”section-gun-game-vs-payload”>Gun Game VS Payload
Also referred to as Arms Race (Counter-Strike) or Escalation (Valorant)
Selfishly race to kill with every gun in the game, or push a cart down a track with a coordinated team?
<h3 class="article-bodysection” id=”section-infection-vs-prop-hunt”>Infection VS Prop Hunt
Typically called Infection and Prop Hunt.
Two asymmetrical party mode greats, but only one will move on.
<h3 class="article-bodysection” id=”section-vip-vs-capture-the-flag”>VIP VS Capture The Flag
Also known as VIP Escort (Call of Duty)
Two legendary objective modes in which one person becomes the most important, yet vulnerable member of the team.
<h3 class="article-bodysection” id=”section-attack-defend-vs-king-of-the-hill”>Attack & Defend VS King of the Hill
Also known as 2CP (Overwatch), Breakthrough (Battlefield) or Headquarters (Call of Duty)
This matchup promises to be intense. Will you take turns attacking and defending on a singular front, or fight over one moving control point?
