Title: URGENT: Protect New PSVR2 Players — Beginner-Only Servers with AI Bots Are Essential for Player Retention

Dear Triangle Factory Team,

First of all, I want to say that Forefront is an incredibly fun game. I genuinely want it to succeed and maintain a healthy player base for years to come.

However, I believe there is a serious problem that needs urgent attention following the PSVR2 launch on November 5.

I am an experienced FPS player, typically maintaining a K/D ratio of around 2.0–3.5 in other FPS games.

Yesterday, even while using a physical VR gunstock, my K/D ratio in Forefront was just 0.15. I believe I managed only about two kills.

I understand that VR gunplay takes practice and that I will improve over time. I am frustrated enough to keep playing until I get better.

But how many new players will do the same?

PSVR2 players are entering an established cross-platform community where experienced PC VR and Quest players have already had months to master the weapons, maps, movement, and mechanics.

The learning curve is extremely punishing.

I am seriously concerned that many newcomers, especially players who bought Forefront simply because they own a PSVR2, will quit before discovering how enjoyable this game actually is.

My proposal: Introduce protected beginner matchmaking immediately.

1. Beginner-only servers: Automatically place eligible low-level newcomers into protected matches. Higher-level or experienced players must not be allowed to enter.

2. AI bot population: Since dividing an already limited VR player population could create empty matches, fill vacant slots with relatively easy AI bots. This would allow beginners to practice, enjoy combat, and gradually develop their skills.

3. Optional access to regular servers: Beginners should always have the option to join standard PvP servers if they want the full challenge.

4. Automatic graduation: Once players reach an appropriate level or demonstrate sufficient experience, move them into standard matchmaking.

5. Prevent abuse: Use account experience and performance indicators, not just level, to reduce experienced players exploiting beginner lobbies.

The objective is not to make Forefront easier for everyone. It is to make sure new players survive the learning curve long enough to become regular players.

I realize AI bots and matchmaking changes require development resources. However, even an initial implementation of beginner protection, followed by bot support, could make a significant difference.

This is especially urgent during the PSVR2 launch window, when first impressions determine whether newcomers stay or leave.

A multiplayer game depends on player retention. If newcomers repeatedly get destroyed by veterans and quit, the player base will gradually shrink, matchmaking will become harder, and even experienced players will eventually suffer.

Please consider treating newcomer retention as a high-priority issue.

I genuinely love what you have created. I am making this suggestion because I want Forefront to thrive, not because I want to criticize the game.

Thank you for listening to your community.

— A PSVR2 player from Japan