Overview
USC: Counterforce plunges players into a tense, retro-inspired sci-fi universe where turn-based squad tactics reign supreme. Developed by Angry Cat Studios and Creatio 49, and published by Firesquid, this indie title tasks you with leading a strike team to the hostile planet M-8322. Your mission: investigate and neutralize a largely unknown alien threat that could alter the course of history.
Highlights
- Engaging Campaign Mode: Take on the role of a personalized commander, guiding your fleet through a story-driven, procedurally generated campaign with multiple endings. This mode offers deep tactical gameplay alongside a detailed planetary base management system and faction reputation management.
- Retro Turn-Based Tactics: Experience the core gameplay loop of strategic, turn-based combat, reminiscent of classic tactical games, but with a fresh sci-fi narrative.
- Sci-Fi Narrative: Immerse yourself in a compelling story where your commando unit uncovers secrets on M-8322 that have far-reaching implications for humanity.
Who It's For
This game is ideal for fans of turn-based strategy and tactics games who appreciate a challenging sci-fi setting. Players who enjoy squad management, strategic planning, and a retro aesthetic will find a lot to love here. It also caters to those looking for both single-player and local multiplayer experiences.
Game Info
USC: Counterforce features a single-player campaign mode and supports local co-op and local multiplayer. The game is developed by Angry Cat Studios and Creatio 49, with Firesquid handling publishing duties. It was released on July 18, 2024, and supports English, Simplified Chinese, German, Hungarian, and Spanish (Latin America) languages, with full audio in English and Spanish. The game contains realistic violence, bloodshed, gore, mild language, and comical shenanigans, with a required age of 0.
