Summary
- Release Year: 2017
- Genres: Role-playing game (RPG), Strategy, Turn-based strategy (TBS)
- Platforms: PC (Microsoft Windows)
- Developers: Point Blank Games
- Publishers: EuroVideo Medien
Shock Tactics: A Space Western Turn-Based Tactics Game
Shock Tactics is a space western turn-based tactics game developed by Final Form Games and published by Daedalic Entertainment. It was released on Steam for PC on September 26, 2017.
The game is set on an ancient alien homeworld, procedurally generated each time you start a new game. You play as the commander of a Strike Team, fighting for the Space Pioneers, the first wave of explorers on this harsh and unforgiving planet. Other powers are also trying to uncover the secrets of the planet, including the ruthless Mega-Cooperation “Consortium”, who have already sent their mercenary forces. Future conflicts are inevitable.
Your first task is to establish a base of operations, gather resources, and expand your base in order to research advanced weapons and healing facilities. You will also need to recruit new soldiers and train them in a variety of skills.
Once you have a base of operations, you can start exploring the planet. The planet is procedurally generated, so each time you start a new game, it will be different. You will encounter a variety of different environments, including deserts, forests, mountains, and swamps.
As you explore the planet, you will find alien artifacts. These artifacts can be used to unlock new abilities for your soldiers or to research new technologies. You will also encounter a variety of different enemies, including Consortium mercenaries, alien creatures, and pirates.
Combat in Shock Tactics is turn-based and tactical. You will need to use a variety of different skills and tactics to defeat your enemies. You can order drone strikes, demand emergency reinforcements from an orbital dropship, use explosives, cloaking devices, or even short-range teleportation.
Shock Tactics is a challenging and rewarding game. It is a game that will require you to think strategically and to adapt your tactics to the ever-changing battlefield.
Key Features:
- Procedurally generated planet: Each time you start a new game, the planet will be different.
- Turn-based tactical combat: Use a variety of different skills and tactics to defeat your enemies.
- Customizable soldiers: Recruit and train your soldiers in a variety of skills.
- Research and development: Research new technologies and abilities to give your soldiers an edge in battle.
- Space western setting: Explore a harsh and unforgiving alien planet, inspired by the space western style of Firefly.
Critical Reception:
Shock Tactics received positive reviews from critics, with many praising the game’s challenging and rewarding gameplay, as well as its procedurally generated planet and customizable soldiers.
- IGN: 8.5/10
- PC Gamer: 8/10
- GameSpot: 8/10
Awards:
- IndieCade 2017: Finalist for Best Strategy/Simulation Game
- German Video Game Awards 2018: Nominee for Best German Game
Conclusion:
Shock Tactics is a space western turn-based tactics game that will keep you on the edge of your seat. With its procedurally generated planet, customizable soldiers, and challenging combat, Shock Tactics is a game that will provide you with hours of enjoyment.
Review Score
8.5/10
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