First Pioneer.

From a co-creator of World of Warcraft comes a game like no other. Meet Eddie, our First Pioneer who launched his Expedition on November 3, 2025.

First Pioneer. Eddie. Played November 3, 2025.

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Pioneers Hat (limited Edition) now available

Man’s best friend, modeling the latest Merch - Pioneer’s Alaskan Hat, head-warmer, rain-deflector and sun-shader. Essential for any Pioneer, not matter whether indoors or out. Custom toughened weave and detailed embroidery emblazoned with a proud ALASKA badge and Fatal Frontier branding. Limited Edition available now.

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in-person Play

Yesterday (Monday) we hosted the first of five (5) days of LAN party for the privileged Pioneers invited to play our candidate final version deep in the heart of Southern California. Four plucky Pioneers launched nearly a dozen Expeditions in search of their fortune.

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Pioneers playing in person All this week

This week, starting tomorrow (Monday) we’re hosting five (5) days of LAN party for the privileged Pioneers invited to play our candidate final version deep in the heart of Southern California. With 30+ Pioneers signed up we’re expecting lots of in-person action, excitement and emotions to run wild as the first Pioneers get to grips with Fatal Frontier 1869. Keep an eye on the Leaderboard to see how they get on in their search for gold worth real money.

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Interview: Pioneer Boss

Meet the Creative Lead on Fatal Frontier 1869. Mr Kevin Beardslee, co-creator of World of Warcraft and Studio Head, interviewed by your very own Charlie the Barkeep in California. Hear from a veteran game developer how he leads the team crafting Fatal Frontier 1869 into existence.

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Howdy ‘Mike M’ in Alaska

Mike M in Alaska just sent in this mugshot (pun intended) of himself with his free Pioneer’s Campfire Mug, worth $19.99. We sent a crateful North about a week ago, looks like they’re hitting door mats right now in the 49th State, Alaska, America’s last frontier.

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Alaskans scored free Merch.

Charlie the Barkeep has just sent a bunch of Pioneer Campfire Mugs North. Waaaay North. Look out Alaskans. If you completed the Pioneer sign up process and live in Alaska keep a close look out for your very own free mug worth $19.99. Arriving this coming week, On the House, from Charlie the Barkeep at the Saloon. Let Charlie know you got it … and take a picture, we want pics, from Alaskans in Alaska!! Get ready, the Fatal Frontier 1869 opens soon.

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6,000 PIONEERS. ONE FRONTIER

Over 6,000 pioneers stand ready to face the untamed north.
Will you have what it takes to survive, to strike gold, and to write your name into legend? Because in Fatal Frontier 1869only the ruthless return.

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3,000 PIONEERS ON THE TRAIL

More than 3,000 prospective Pioneers have now signed up. This Fall, will you be ready to survive a virtual Alaska? Gold, guns or graves. Only the Ruthless Return from the Fatal Frontier 1869.

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FIRST 1,000 PIONEERS

Find out why 1,000 prospective Pioneers have already signed up for Fatal Frontier 1869. This Fall, be ready to explore, survive & thrive in a virtual Alaska where the danger and the gold is real.

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MEET THE BARKEEP

The Barkeep (Community Manager) has arrived at the Saloon at the Fatal Frontier 1869. It’s been a long journey to get here!

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PIONEER BRIEFING

Learn the basics of Pioneering and Prospecting in our virtual Alaskan landscape set in the mid-19th Century.

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PLAY TESTING COMPLETED

We summoned PC gamers to a sunny corner of California to preview Fatal Frontier 1869. Learn more here.

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