# Insanium: Commander of the Cercopes > Command the starship Cercopes in Insanium, a strategic nightmare inspired by a comic book. Uncover a traitor among your crew after an experimental ape gains super-powers and seeks revenge. Features multiplayer and family Release date: 2021-03-31 Tags: multiplayer, strategy, tactical-rpg, mystery-dungeon, space-sim, roguelike, 2d, casual, top-down, dark-humor, pixel-graphics, stylized, sci-fi Source: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1565180/ Article page: https://web-autoai.com/articles/insanium-commander-of-the-cercopes?lang=en Prices and ratings change over time — check the article page for the current values. --- ## Overview Insanium plunges you into the role of commander aboard the starship 'Cercopes', a vessel repurposed for scientific endeavors. The situation escalates dramatically when an experimental subject, Ape Subject 42, is exposed to strange cosmic rays. This exposure transforms the ape into a creature of immense speed, strength, and ferocity, driven by a thirst for revenge against your crew. Adding to the chaos is an agent from P. E. T. S. S. (Promoting Ethical Treatment of Simians in Space), actively working to sabotage your efforts and aid the rampaging ape. You must uncover the traitor within your ranks and decide their fate. ## Highlights * A tense strategic nightmare inspired by Joe Assi's comic book. * Features multiplayer and family sharing options. * Released on March 31, 2021, this title offers a unique blend of genres including strategy, space simulation, and roguelike elements. ## Who It's For This game is for players who enjoy strategic challenges with a narrative twist, fans of space-themed settings, and those who appreciate a blend of roguelike mechanics and role-playing elements. It's suitable for players of all ages. ## Game Info * Developer: Conan McPhee, Joe Assi * Publisher: Catsmeat Studios * Release Date: March 31, 2021 * Genres: Strategy, Strategy RPG, Roguelike, Space Simulation * Features: Multi-player, Family Sharing