Fangwai City Rises as a New Battleground in Season 9

The debut of Fangwai City introduces one of the most striking environments of Season 9 Dragon Rising, offering a vibrant, vertical playground designed to reshape how matches unfold. In their quick walkthrough, World Director Joakim Stigsson highlights the dense layout, layered traversal paths and open combat zones that define this map’s dynamic identity. The setting blends narrow interiors with elevated walkways, encouraging players to rethink how they approach each encounter.

Fangwai City’s design draws on the energy of modern Asian megacities, creating an urban maze full of opportunities for creative movement and bold tactical decisions. Its heavy emphasis on verticality pushes players to use rooftops, balconies and interconnected platforms to secure unexpected lines of attack or escape. Mastering alternative routes will become essential as firefights shift rapidly across multiple levels.

With Season 9 now live, players can jump straight into this fresh battleground and test how its intricate structures influence high-intensity matches. Those who enjoy fast-paced urban combat filled with strategic possibilities will likely find Fangwai City becoming a standout arena from day one.