Relic Entertainment, the renowned developer behind Company of Heroes, is set to launch a new turn-based strategy game titled Earth vs. Mars. Scheduled for release this Summer on PC via Steam, this game offers a fresh take on strategy gaming with a unique twist. In Earth vs. Mars, players are tasked with defending our planet against a Martian invasion by utilizing the innovative Splice-O-Tron. This device allows players to create hybrid creatures such as the Squirrel-Cow, Human-Rhino, and Cheetah-Fly, blending elements of human and animal DNA to form bizarre and powerful beings to combat the alien threat. The gameplay draws inspiration from the beloved Nintendo DS classic, Advance Wars, promising strategic depth and engaging combat scenarios.
The narrative backdrop of Earth vs. Mars reveals that Martians have been covertly visiting Earth for decades, abducting humans and animals to extract their atomic essence. Now, they've launched a full-scale invasion, and it falls upon a group of determined commanders to lead Earth's resistance. Players will strategize and command Earth’s military forces against Martian saucers, grav-tanks, and elite alien warriors in a gripping battle for survival.
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Earth vs. Mars promises a comprehensive gaming experience with a 30+ mission single-player campaign, online multiplayer that lets you choose between Earth and Mars factions, a VS Mode for solo challenges against the AI, and a map editor for custom creations. This game not only offers diverse gameplay options but also reflects Relic's commitment to innovation and creativity.
Relic CEO Justin Dowdeswell shared his enthusiasm about the project, stating, "We are excited to bring a Relic Twist to the Advance Wars style of gameplay, infusing some Relic DNA, while harkening back to some of our earlier titles." He further elaborated on Relic's new strategy, which includes continuing to develop traditional RTS titles while also venturing into smaller Indie-style games to explore new sub-genres and increase the frequency of game releases. If you're intrigued by this unique blend of strategy and creativity, you can add Earth vs. Mars to your wishlist on Steam.
