Game Modes

Introduction

The game modes section of the MM2 of The Locust wiki explains the round system at the heart of the 1 vs All survival experience. Each match of MM2 of The Locust is built around a single core mode: a 1 vs All round where one player becomes the Locust killer and up to 29 others become survivors. This section covers how rounds work, how many players can join, how a new round begins, and what it takes to win or lose. Public and private servers both support up to 30 players, and private servers let you play with friends and practice co-op strategies in a controlled environment. The round structure is what keeps the game replayable — every match is a new hunt with a new killer and a new set of survivors. Because the game is in pre-alpha, the mode structure is still evolving, and we track any changes to how rounds and servers work in this section.

Game Modes & Rounds Quick Reference

Modes & Servers

Core Mechanics

The core game mode of MM2 of The Locust is a 1 vs All survival round. Each round, one player is randomly assigned as the Locust killer while the rest become survivors. The Locust hunts survivors through the nest, and survivors win by being the last one alive — either by outlasting the killer or by completing the final escape when everyone else is down. Servers support up to 30 players, and each round begins with a role reveal that tells everyone who the killer is. Public servers offer quick matches with random players, while private servers let you control who joins — useful for playing with friends or practicing co-op strategies. The round structure means the game flows continuously: as soon as one round ends, a new Locust is chosen and the next hunt begins. This keeps the action fast and replayable, since every round is a fresh dynamic between a new killer and a new group of survivors. Because the game is in pre-alpha, the mode structure is still evolving, and new features are added with each update.

Advantages

The game mode design is one of the main reasons MM2 of The Locust went viral. The 1 vs All structure creates built-in tension and asymmetry — every round has a clear hunter and hunted dynamic that is instantly understandable but deep to master. The round-based system keeps the game flowing without downtime, so you are always in the action rather than waiting in lobbies. Supporting up to 30 players makes rounds chaotic and unpredictable in the best way, and the random role assignment means you experience both sides of the game regularly. Private servers add a social layer that makes the game great with friends — you can coordinate, practice and create your own memorable moments. The structure also works well for content creators, which helped the game spread quickly across platforms.

Challenges

The game mode system has some limitations tied to the game's early development. There is currently a single core mode — 1 vs All — so players looking for more variety in game types may find the options limited until new modes are added. The random role assignment means you cannot choose to play the Locust when you want to, and some players may go many rounds as a survivor before getting their chance as the killer. Rounds with fewer players can feel slower, and the reliance on the escape-route win condition means map knowledge heavily influences outcomes, which can be frustrating for new players who get lost. These are all areas the developers are expected to iterate on as the game matures.

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