AAA VFX Studio Tuatara Games, renowned for their exceptional visual effects work for companies such as Riot Games (Valorant), Epic Games (Fortnite), and Counterplay Games (Godfall), has unveiled their latest project. Let Them Come: Onslaught, a visually stunning, fast-paced survival auto-battler with roguelite elements, is set in the universe of Let Them Come. The game is slated to exterminate an alien infestation on PC through Steam Early Access in Q1 2024.
The Last Stand
Following devastating losses on a planet infested with lethal extraterrestrial creatures, a unit of space soldiers seeks refuge aboard their shuttle, only to be brought down by an enormous creature. Amidst the wreckage, a lone soldier emerges as the sole survivor. Covered in blood and bruises, he must navigate the eerie unknown, facing an unyielding onslaught of deadly beasts. His objective: activate nuclear devices to obliterate the planet, a final attempt to contain the alien threat.
Battling the Unknown
Apart from the hostile aliens, the soldier must also contend with the planet’s treacherous environment. Dynamic weather conditions pose additional challenges, ranging from torrential downpours to asteroids hurtling from the sky. Surviving the relentless swarm of bloodthirsty foes requires adaptability and resilience in the face of ever-changing circumstances.
Arsenal of Destruction
As the soldier annihilates enemies, he collects XP to unlock a formidable arsenal of weaponry. The available options include a Flamethrower, Laser Beam, Electric Grenade, Orbital Strike, and more. In addition to weapons, he can obtain upgrades that enhance various aspects of his survival, such as increasing health, fortifying defenses, activating a shield, reducing weapons cooldown, and other advantageous buffs. Strategic utilization of XP becomes crucial in extending survival time before initiating the next run.
The Rewarding Loop
Let Them Come: Onslaught incorporates roguelite elements, providing a gratifying gameplay loop. Even in the face of defeat, not all progress is lost. Credits earned during battle persist beyond death and can be spent on permanent upgrades in the Armory. Players are encouraged to experiment with different weapon loadouts and devise new survival strategies while uncovering fragments of lore that expand the universe of Let Them Come.
A Visual Spectacle
Klemen Lozar, the founder of Tuatara Games, expressed the team’s enthusiasm for this emerging gameplay experience, referring to Let Them Come: Onslaught as a heartfelt tribute to the games that inspired them. Leveraging the studio’s expertise in visual effects, players can anticipate adrenaline-inducing encounters enriched with breathtaking visuals, surpassing the standards of the genre.
Early Access and Optimization
Let Them Come: Onslaught is set to make its debut on Steam Early Access in Q1 2024, priced at $4.99 USD. The decision to release the game initially on Early Access stems from the development team’s commitment to refining and optimizing the final 1.0 launch. Drawing from their accumulated knowledge, the team aims to incorporate improvements based on player feedback, ensuring an optimized and polished gaming experience.
Let Them Come: Onslaught, the highly anticipated sci-fi survival shoot ’em up from Tuatara Games, promises players an immersive and visually stunning adventure. With its fast-paced gameplay, roguelite elements, and the studio’s exceptional VFX expertise, Let Them Come: Onslaught is poised to deliver an adrenaline-inducing experience that fans of the genre won’t want to miss.
Platforms: Microsoft Windows
