A film-favorite Arachnid is ready to crash the anniversary party for Starship Troopers: Extermination, which is celebrating two years since its launch with Update 13 and the arrival of the flying Hopper Bug.
Introduced in the original Starship Troopers, Hopper Bugs are the fast-moving, winged counterparts to Warrior Bugs. They prey on isolated Troopers with sudden swooping attacks, grabbing victims and carrying them away. Their speed and ability to reach exposed positions make them a dangerous reminder that high ground offers little protection when the enemy can fly.
As in the film, the Hopper Bug will bring an aerial threat to the battlefield in Starship Troopers: Extermination, adding vertical combat pressure to base defense scenarios. These Bugs attack from above in tight formations, disrupting trooper lines and creating chaos. The Hopper Bug prefers to swoop down to strike isolated Troopers on high ground, carrying them into the air. Troopers must watch the skies, adapt their targeting priorities, and work together to bring them down and rescue captured teammates. But players beware: Hoppers remain a threat even in death, as their falling bodies can deal serious damage to any Trooper caught beneath.
For the full list of details on Update 13, check out the official patch notes here.
For those with cosmetics in mind, Offworld and Knights Peak have also released The Gore Supporter Pack. This new Supporter Cosmetic Pack is for Troopers who want to take a bite out of the Arachnid Menace, and look good doing it.
The Gore Supporter Pack Includes:
- Gore Helmet Decal
- Gore Weapon Skin
- Gore Helmet Visor
- Gore Uniform Palette
- Gore Nameplate: Emblem
- Gore Nameplate: Frame
- Gore Nameplate: Background
- Gore Player Banner: Medal
- Gore Player Banner: Ribbon
- Gore Player Banner: Background
Starship Troopers: Extermination is currently available for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC via Steam.