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‘Othercide’ Scrapping Early Access Plans For Full 2020 Release
Originally set for an Early Access release late last year, Lightbulb Crew’s Othercide has instead pivoted, and will now have a full release later this year. On top of that, the devs are now looking for closed beta testers to try out their stylish XCOM-esque horror game.
The team is looking for “approximately 1000 players” for the beta test, which you can apply for by signing up with this form. After which, if you’re selected, Lightbulb Crew will contact you via email.
Discover the ruthless world of Othercide, a dark and challenging tactical game featuring a dynamic turn system and unique art style.
Our private Closed Beta on PC is just around the corner!
Register for it here: https://t.co/iRnG47KltQ pic.twitter.com/yjEs0gW2OC— Othercide (@OthercideGame) January 28, 2020
Developer Offworld Industries and Knights Peak are still at it with Starship Troopers: Extermination dropping Update 11 for the 16-player co-op FPS, which sports new content additions, performance and optimization improvements as well as bug fixes. Oh, and you can also now take showers.
Yes, the Field Shower is a new buildable structure available for every Build Zone. Once constructed, the Field Shower provides Troopers with access to battlefield sanitation facilities. A shower will extinguish a burning Trooper, as well as provide a method of Health restoration.
Completing the full duration Federation Standardized Shower will also provide Troopers with a combat performance boost. Troopers who have recently showered will move slightly faster, jump higher, climb better, shoot more accurately, and gain additional Morale XP.
The update also introduces a series of rotating Critical Dispatches designed to support the war effort and reward continued service to the Federation. Additionally, every deployment cycle, Troopers will receive a fresh set of Daily Dispatches generated by Fleet Command. Troopers can do one refresh of the missions list per 24-hours. Exterminatation currently has 47 Critical Dispatches in rotation, with more to be added. Successful completion of Daily Missions will grant additional combat experience and contribute toward long-term DSV Service Record milestones.
In addition, the DSV Service Record System has been added to permanently document a Trooper’s military career and recognize exceptional contributions to the war effort. Every confirmed combat action, operational deployment, battlefield specialization, and successful mission contributes toward a growing Service Record reviewed by Federal Command. As Service Record milestones are completed, Troopers will earn Career Experience, advancing their standing within the Mobile Infantry.
For those wanted cosmetics, There’s a new Supporter Cosmetic Pack in The Tesla Giants Supporter Pack, allowing players to show their support for the Tesla Giants, the legendary Jump Ball team from Zander Barcalow’s high school. Inspired by the team’s dominance on the court, this cosmetic pack includes a Helmet Visor, Armor Uniform, Helmet Decal and Weapons Skin inspired by the Giants.
Starship Troopers: Extermination is currently available for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC via Steam.