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Predecessor

Bring MOBA strategy into the middle of a third-person firefight. Choose your hero, take your role, and fight across a vertical battlefield in 5v5 team battles.

  • Launched Aug 20, 2024
  • 5v5 Team Battles
  • 45+ Playable Heroes
  • 5 Team Roles
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Predecessor gameplay screenshot
Image: Steam / Omeda Studios

Latest guides

Predecessor Valmont Build: Skills, Mana, and Augments
Builds

Predecessor Valmont Build: Skills, Mana, and Augments

Shape your Predecessor Valmont build around magical power, Lilith, and smart mana use. Learn ability priorities, augment tradeoffs, and teamfight tactics.

Predecessor New Hero: Kaelen Abilities and Play Guide
Heroes

Predecessor New Hero: Kaelen Abilities and Play Guide

Meet the Predecessor new hero, Kaelen. Learn his Frostbite combos, tank abilities, augments, and key launch items to control fights in the V1.18 update.

Predecessor Tier List: Ranked Heroes and Win Rates
Heroes

Predecessor Tier List: Ranked Heroes and Win Rates

Use this Predecessor tier list to compare win rates, pick rates, and bans, then weigh Khaimera, Scarlett, Gideon, Akeron, and Feng Mao for ranked play.

Predecessor Server Status: Outages and Update Checks
Community

Predecessor Server Status: Outages and Update Checks

Check Predecessor server status, find official announcements, and learn what to look for when login trouble or matchmaking issues interrupt your next game.

Predecessor Brawl Guide: Scoring, Buffs, and Win Tips
Guides

Predecessor Brawl Guide: Scoring, Buffs, and Win Tips

Learn Predecessor brawl scoring, defend your portal, escort Fangtooth, and fight for Orb Prime with practical tips for the mode's fast-paced 5v5 battles.

Predecessor Crucible Guide: Objectives and 3v3 Tips
Guides

Predecessor Crucible Guide: Objectives and 3v3 Tips

Master Predecessor crucible with a guide to 3v3 objectives, Raptor buffs, Shaper, jungle routes, and map mechanics. Learn what to prioritize in each match.

What is Predecessor?

Predecessor is a free-to-play third-person MOBA from Omeda Studios. Two teams of five combine hero abilities, direct combat, and battlefield strategy.

Its vertical arenas bring height and terrain into the fight, while a diverse hero roster offers different ways to play. PC and console players can team up through cross-play, using a controller or keyboard and mouse.

Developer
Omeda Studios
Genre
Third-Person MOBA
Team Format
5v5
Full Release
Aug 20, 2024
Platforms
Windows PC, PlayStation, Xbox

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Predecessor Heroes

Explore over 45 playable heroes, from stance-shifters and summoners to gods and soldiers. Find a playstyle that clicks, then dig into a character with room to reward practice and mastery.

45+ Heroes

The playable roster includes more than 45 characters.

Character Variety

Hero designs include stance-shifters, summoners, gods, and soldiers.

Hero Mastery

Characters combine accessible starting points with deeper mechanics to master.

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Predecessor Beginner Guide

Get familiar with a 5v5 game that combines MOBA strategy with third-person shooter combat. Learn what defines its team battles, hero variety, and vertical battlefield before choosing where to focus.

5v5 Combat

Matches pit two teams of five against each other.

Third-Person Perspective

Combat takes place in a fully 3D battlefield viewed from behind your character.

Strategy and Execution

MOBA tactical depth sits alongside the aiming, movement, and verticality of a 3D shooter.

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Predecessor Crossplay

Squad up across console and PC with full crossplay. Discord-powered voice communication lets your team share callouts while playing together across platforms.

Console and PC

Full crossplay connects console and PC players.

Mixed Inputs

Controller players can compete with players using keyboard and mouse.

Voice Communication

Discord-powered voice comms support team callouts.

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Predecessor System Requirements

Check the minimum and recommended PC specifications before installing. Compare your processor, graphics card, memory, and available storage with the Windows requirements.

Minimum CPU and RAM

Windows 10 Home 64 Bit, Intel Core i5-4590 or similar, and 8 GB RAM.

Minimum Graphics and Storage

NVIDIA GeForce GT 1030 2GB or AMD Radeon RX 550 equivalent, DirectX 11, and 14 GB available storage.

Recommended CPU and RAM

Windows 11 Home 64 Bit, Intel Core i5-11600 or similar, and 12 GB RAM.

Recommended Graphics and Storage

NVIDIA GTX 1660 Ti 6GB or AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT equivalent, DirectX 11, and 20 GB available storage.

Connection and Available Memory

Broadband internet is required, and the game needs 8 GB RAM available to it.

Predecessor Controller Support

Play with a controller or keyboard and mouse. Controller support extends to competing against keyboard-and-mouse opponents through console and PC crossplay.

Controller Play

Controller input is supported for third-person combat.

Keyboard and Mouse

Keyboard and mouse are supported alongside controller play.

Crossplay Compatibility

Players using different input methods can face each other across console and PC.

Predecessor Movement and Vertical Combat

Look beyond ground-level fights: Predecessor builds elevation and aerial action into its third-person combat. Hero capabilities include vaulting over enemies and terrain or attacking opponents from above.

Vaulting

Movement capabilities include vaulting over enemies and terrain.

Aerial Combat

Hero capabilities include taking to the skies and attacking from above.

Battlefield Geometry

Walls, structures, elevation, and attack angles are part of the 3D combat space.

Predecessor Esports and Tournaments

Explore the competitive side of Predecessor through community tournaments and official esports events. Team-based 5v5 competition gives experienced players a stage to put their skills to work.

Community Tournaments

Community tournaments form part of the competitive scene.

Official Esports

Official esports events feature competitive Predecessor play.

Team Competition

The core combat format brings two teams of five into battle.

Predecessor Supported Languages

Check the 11 supported languages and see which include full audio. English, Japanese, Korean, Simplified Chinese, and Traditional Chinese all offer full audio support.

Full Audio

English, Japanese, Korean, Simplified Chinese, and Traditional Chinese include full audio support.

Additional Languages

French, Italian, German, Portuguese - Brazil, Spanish - Latin America, and Spanish - Spain are also supported.

11 Languages

The supported language list contains 11 options, including separate regional options for Spanish and Chinese.

Frequently asked questions

What is Predecessor?

Predecessor is a free-to-play third-person MOBA from Omeda Studios, with two teams of five players combining hero abilities and battlefield strategy.

Which roles can I play in Predecessor?

The five team roles are Carry, Jungle, Midlane, Offlane and Support. Start with one role while learning your hero and the battlefield.

Does Predecessor support cross-play?

Predecessor supports cross-play between PC and console players.

When was Predecessor released?

Predecessor’s full release was on August 20, 2024.

Ready to Master Predecessor?

Find your role, explore the heroes, and get familiar with third-person MOBA combat before your next match.