If you loved the brutally deep tactics of Battle Brothers, you’re gonna want to check out Menace. Overhype Studios is back, but they’re swapping medieval swords for futuristic guns in a grim sci-fi world. You’re put in charge of a mismatched strike force—think Marines mixed with mercs and even some criminals—stuck out in the Wild West of space, the lawless Wayback system, facing off against a nasty, unknown alien menace.
The action is all about turn-based squad combat on cool, detailed 3D maps. Forget easy wins; this game demands you play smart. You’ll need to use dynamic cover, lay down suppressive fire to pin enemies, and seriously think about every move. Just like its predecessor, the combat is brutal. Lose a squad leader, and they’re gone for good, so get ready to adapt and manage that risk!
When you’re not fighting, you’re running things from your strike cruiser. Distress calls roll in, and you choose which missions to take. Your decisions matter, affecting which local space factions like you (or don’t), which in turn impacts your gear and support. With loads of squad customization and leaders who have their own distinct personalities, Menace is shaping up to be a super challenging and highly replayable tactical game.
