Deadzone: Rogue
As Deadzone: Rogue geared up for its global launch on 30 April 2025, Prophecy Games knew it was stepping into a fiercely competitive FPS arena. Fast-paced, high-impact, and built for competitive players, the game had the mechanics to stand out, but it lacked time. The request for a creator-led campaign came in just before launch, leaving only days to coordinate a global push. The goal was clear: build immediate visibility, convert Steam wishlists, and generate a wave of players who would carry the momentum beyond launch week.
The Challenge
With the countdown already ticking, the campaign faced three major hurdles. The brief came in late, leaving almost no time for the usual pre-launch ramp-up. Japan, a key target market, typically required over four weeks to secure top-tier creators, and landing high-quality FPS talent there is challenging even under the best conditions. To make matters harder, several major FPS titles were launching in the same window, all competing for the same audience. Without swift, strategic action, Deadzone: Rogue risked being overshadowed.
The Solution
The Game Marketer built a geo-tiered plan in record time, zeroing in on three priority regions: China, Japan, and Europe. In China, the focus was on creators with strong followings on Bilibili and Douyin (the Chinese TikTok), tapping into audiences that live and breathe competitive shooters. For Japan, the strategy shifted to trusted FPS personalities on Twitch and YouTube, handpicked for their influence and the authenticity of their gameplay content. In Europe, the team secured a mix of mid- to macro-level Twitch streamers capable of delivering multilingual coverage to reach multiple player communities. Speed was key. Creator outreach, content guidelines, and launch assets were turned around in days. Every piece of content was timed to drop during launch week, ensuring a synchronised wave of gameplay streams, first impressions, and reviews across time zones. The result was immediate traction: Steam’s review page reflected Very Positive sentiment within days, with over 5,000 all-time reviews and more than 600 recent ones holding the same rating. While final viewership and conversion numbers are still being compiled, early indicators show the campaign’s footprint was felt from day one.
Influencer Marketing – Execution and Impact
Influencer marketing powered the launch. In China, top FPS creators streamed on and shared Bilibili highlights that showed off Deadzone: Rogue’s speed and competitive edge. In Japan, where locking in talent on short notice is tough, The Game Marketer tapped its network to activate key influencers in under four weeks. Their live streams pulled in highly targeted, genre-savvy viewers. Across Europe, streamers mixed high-skill competitive runs with casual team play, capturing both hardcore and social FPS fans. This coordinated, multi-region push delivered major launch-week visibility and set the stage for long-term community engagement. By putting the game in the hands of trusted FPS voices in three core markets, the campaign built a credible, player-led buzz around Deadzone: Rogue.
The Outcome
Deadzone: Rogue entered launch with high expectations and an urgent call for creator support. The Game Marketer delivered a rapid regional activation spanning China, Japan, and Europe, working within a compressed timeline to secure strong visibility. By engaging FPS-focused creators, we built immediate traction in key markets. Japan posed the biggest challenge, typically requiring a four-week lead time, but our creator network enabled swift execution and effective coverage. The campaign contributed to Deadzone: Rogue launching to Very Positive reviews (5,198+), with early community sentiment reflecting the impact of the creator push. While final viewership and conversion data is still being consolidated, launch-week indicators point to a strong performance.
