Troopers! Stand by for a briefing about the upcoming Territory Mode!
This brand new game mode will be released early next year as part of a major free update, adding a ton of new content to both the base game and the two currently released DLCs. It is specifically designed to focus on player choices, customization and replayability. It also allows you to use Federation and Arachnid units from the base game and the different DLCs on the all Territory Mode maps.
Want to jump in early and help us develop this new game mode? Then sign up for the closed beta here!
Territory Mode is played on completely new maps, specifically crafted for the new mode. They often provide random starting bases and have unique layouts to offer a lot of variation and different play experiences.
The new core feature of these maps are the “Territory Points”, which are spread out across the playable area. Capturing these points will increase the amount of resources you gain over time (income).
Resource management & Technologies
Territory Mode revolves around a new resource type. This resource is required to purchase new units, to reinforce squads that have taken casualties and to unlock technologies. These technologies will provide access to new unit types; and upgrades that expand the performance or abilities of your units.
Unlike Supplies and War Support, the new resource will not be refunded when you take casualties. Careful consideration of what to spend it on is vital to defeat the Arachnid threat.
Advanced Arachnid AI
The Arachnids will not surrender their territory without a fight, and Federal scientists have found that the enemy has become a lot smarter: Their strength will grow over time, they will reclaim lost territory points, form powerful attack waves and outflank your defenses. A mix of units and constructable turrets must be deployed to expand and to hold your territory.
In each Territory Mode game you may face a different set of Arachnids threats, offering a wide variety of challenges. The right strategic choices of what units and technologies to employ will ensure that human civilization, not Bug insect, rules the galaxy now and always!
Stay tuned for more information in the coming weeks and remember you already sign up for the closed beta.
As we dive deeper into the new Territory Mode with a series of dev diaries coming soon, mark your calendars for December 10th! We’ll be unveiling this exciting game mode in Starship Troopers: Terran Command during our annual Slitherine Next event.
Get ready for exclusive insights, a first look at new features, and an in-depth preview of what Territory Mode will bring to the battlefield.
Stay tuned for more and make sure to save the date. https://www.youtube.com/embed/bNMPY51noiw?si=FTa3mq0ivM2Uso6K
New game mode beta and DLC teaser
Following the release of the Urban Onslaught Challenge missions, we've been hard at work on the next content updates for Starship Troopers - Terran Command. While we're still finalizing the release timeline, we’re excited to give you a preview of what’s coming next.
New Game Mode – Beta Sign-ups Open Now!
First up, we’re introducing a brand-new game mode focused on replayability. In this mode, you’ll take on the Arachnids, battling for territory points using the full power of the Mobile Infantry. Progress through each battle tier as you fight against all the different Bug units. The improved Arachnid AI reclaims player territory and can create a wide variation of unique threats and challenges. With new maps, units, player tech upgrades, and the new Arachnid AI, every playthrough will feel both challenging and unique.
We’re releasing the game mode in stages so you can jump in early and start squashing bugs. The best part? It’s completely free! Beta sign-ups are now open, so don’t miss your chance to join the action.
We’re also developing an exciting new DLC: This will feature a mini story campaign, new player units, new Arachnid enemies, and a brand-new planet with a unique environment. In addition, the DLC will offer extra content for the new game mode, giving you even more to explore and conquer.
More Details Coming Soon!
We’ll be revealing more about both the new game mode and the upcoming DLC over the next few weeks. Stay tuned for all the details! In the meantime, keep killing those Bugs and prepare for what's coming!
Troopers, listen up! Rimmy has played our challenge missions and scored 3044 on his first run. Download Urban Onslaught now to try to beat his score, and share it on Discord
But that's not all: if you're planning to be in London between October 25th and 27th, you can’t miss the chance to come to EGX-MCM. We are making a special appearance and we are bringing something thrilling for fans of Starship Troopers: Terran Command and Warhammer 40,000: Battlesector.
Read the news if you want to know more: https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/1202130/view/4701285639978750467
If you're planning to be in London between October 25th and 27th, you can’t miss the chance to come to EGX-MCM. We are making a special appearance and we are bringing something thrilling for fans of Starship Troopers: Terran Command and Warhammer 40,000: Battlesector.
At our stand, fans can discover a new challenge for Starship Troopers: Terran Command and an exclusive preview of the new DLC for Warhammer 40,000: Battlesector. Attendees of EGX-MCM will have the opportunity to challenge their skills in a new special mission in Starship Troopers: Terran Command and to try for the first time the Astra Militarum DLC, releasing in Warhammer 40,000: Battlesector on Dec. 10th.
Join us at EGX for an unforgettable weekend!
📅 EGX-MCM 2024 Date: 25th - 27th October 2024 Location: the ExCeL, London
New challenge missions released for Urban Onslaught DLC
Two new challenge missions have just been added to the Urban Onslaught DLC. You can access these through the Scenarios screen in the main menu.
Defend a Federation war memorial at all costs in the “Stand for the Fallen” mission. Safeguard the momument as a place of commemoration for humanity’s heroes, fallen in past and current battles!
In the “Circuit Breaker” mission you will lead the M.I to incinerate a Bug nest rooted deep inside one of Mahanagar’s power plants. To avoid a costly direct assault, Terran Command has devised a plan to trigger a devastating explosion in the heart of the facility.
As with previous challenge missions, the new additions to the Urban Onslaught DLC have special score objectives and your highest score is stored locally.
Show us what you’ve got, Troopers!
You can now post screenshots of your score in our Discord channel to share them with other users.
New challenge missions for Urban Onslaught DLC Coming Soon
The well-received Urban Onslaught DLC is getting even more content: Two new challenge missions are currently in development. These have an in-game score counter that tracks your progress, enabling you to refine your strategy and approach objectives at your own discretion.
Owners of this DLC can already test these missions through the Open Beta branch. Scroll to the bottom of this post for more information on how to gain early access.
The Bug offensive against the city of Mahanagar has encroached upon a treasured Federation war monument. This site is a celebration of the strength, valor and sacrifices of the Mobile Infantry and as such, it cannot be allowed to fall to the Arachnid hordes.
The unit roster in this mission is centered around Mahanagar’s police units, reinforced with heavy weapons from the Mobile Infantry arsenal.
Challenge Mission 2: Circuit Breaker
A power plant in the heart of Mahanagar has been infested by the Arachnids. It would require a daunting devotion of manpower and materiel to root them out. Disabling the network of power transformers, however, will cause the plant's core to overheat and explode - thus breaking the Bugs' foothold in the district.
This mission is focused on late-game units such as Powered Suit Troopers, M11 Marauders and M23 Rainmakers.
Join the open beta NOW
Do your part and test these new missions today! Feedback can be provided through the in-game send feedback button, or on our Discord.
NOTE: You have to own the Urban Onslaught DLC to access these missions in the open beta.
To participate, go through the following steps:
Right click on “Starship Troopers: Terran Command” in your Steam Library
Click on Properties
Click on Betas
Click on drop-down menu and select "Beta - Open Beta"
Steam should now automatically update the game
Patch Update v3.1.1
Troopers,
We’ve deployed a patch with several hotfixes to the game and some of the Urban Onslaught DLC scenarios.
If you experience issues, you can report them using the “Send Feedback” button in the game’s pause menu, or on Discord.
Urban Onslaught
“Tailless Ravager” can now be selected as a target priority
Fixed bug where Police Squad could spawn excessive amount of drones
Changing Tides: Fixed bug that caused “Self-Preservation” achievement not triggering
Flight Control: Fix issue where platform buildings could not be placed during the clearing of the starport.
Various small tweaks and fixes in other scenarios.
Campaign
Fixed target marker height on flying units
Scenario locked elite abilities are no longer visible
Fixed various unit markers drawing on top of objects incorrectly
Fixed abilities getting stuck in certain situations
Increased performance of hit effects system
Various crashes/bugs fixed
Editor
Fixes various editor trigger and ai task crashes when incorrectly setting parameters
Tweaked editor layout to better fit certain screen aspect ratios
