USC: Counterforce, the tactical squad shooter inspired by classic 90s turn-based games, is making waves in the gaming community with its brand new demo. Developed by Angry Cat Studios and published by Firesquid, USC: Counterforce offers an intense sci-fi experience filled with tactical combat, challenging encounters, and a gripping storyline. From May 11th to May 15th, 2023, players can immerse themselves in this thrilling demo, exclusively available during Steam’s Tacticon event.
Set in a dystopian future, USC: Counterforce takes players to the planetary body M-8322, where they will command a team of skilled operatives on a crucial mission to investigate and dismantle the alien forces threatening humanity. Each commando possesses unique skills and passive abilities that can turn the tide of battle, making strategic decision-making a vital aspect of the game.
The new USC: Counterforce demo offers an unprecedented level of depth and replayability, providing players with a taste of what’s to come in the full release. The demo includes a fully reworked tutorial to familiarize players with the game’s mechanics, followed by the thrilling “Scientific Data Retrieval” operation. Divided into three missions with varying difficulty levels, this operation introduces new mechanics that will test players’ tactical prowess.
Additionally, the demo features 12 single missions across three different map types, offering a wide range of challenges. Players can choose from five available difficulty modes, ensuring a tailored experience that suits their skill level. To empower players in their fight against the alien forces, all items will be unlocked in the demo, including thirteen weapon types and a total of forty items to utilize.
As part of the Tacticon event, lead developer Aliza Wenders will be featured in a special video exclusive, providing insights into her experiences working on both the original USC (Ultimate Space Commando) and the development of USC: Counterforce alongside Junior Game Designer Csaba Bak.
USC: Counterforce boasts a range of exciting features that promise an immersive and engaging gameplay experience. Players have the freedom to assemble their ultimate squad, customizing their forces to adapt to any situation. With a vast arsenal of varied weapons and tools, including melee and ranged options, players can utilize different types of ammunition and gather hacking tools, mines, turrets, and more to overcome challenges in their own unique way.
The game’s fully interactable environments add depth to the gameplay, allowing players to strategically rearrange the battlefield, build barricades, exploit environmental hazards, and lay traps. USC: Counterforce encourages players to explore dark and deadly environments where dangers lurk around every corner, ensuring an intense and immersive science fiction adventure.
Prepare to shape the fate of mankind as you dive into the USC: Counterforce demo, available exclusively during Steam’s Tacticon event from May 11th to May 15th. Experience the thrill of tactical combat, uncover the truth behind the demise of planetary body M-8322, and prepare for the full release of USC: Counterforce, set to launch later this year.
Platforms: Microsoft Windows
