Starship Troopers: Terran Command News

Publishers Slitherine and developers The Artistocrats have launched one of those high-fadoodling "2.0" updates for Starship Troopers - Terran Command, their violently arachnophobic real-time strategy game from 2022. It introduces Territory Mode, which sees you defending three planets featured in the base game and two expansions, and brags of "a level of personalization and replayability never before seen in Terran Command".

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[p]Launched in June 2022, Starship Troopers: Terran Command brought the RTS genre back into the spotlight, winning the hearts of strategy fans and securing over 85% positive reviews on Steam. Now, a new era begins for the game. This major free update introduces a brand-new game mode that grants players unprecedented freedom to mix and match content from the base game and all of its DLCs.  This innovation lays the foundation for more frequent updates and fresh content in the future — ensuring that the war against the Arachnids is far from over.[/p][p][/p][h3]Territory Mode [/h3][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][p]Territory Mode offers a new way to play, with a focus on freedom of choice and tactics. It features new maps crafted specifically for the game mode. You’ll battle the Arachnids for control of Territory Points - which provide a steady flow of resources - adding a fresh strategic layer to the game.[/p][p]Added 3x Battlegroups to play with:[/p]

• [p]The Ground Pounders (Included in the base game)[/p]
• [p]The Hell Raisers (Available to owners of the “Raising Hell” DLC)[/p]
• [p]The Peacekeepers (Available to owners of the “Urban Onslaught DLC)[/p]

[p]Added 27 Unique Territory Mode Maps:[/p]

• [p]11 maps in the base game.[/p]
• [p]9 maps in the Raising Hell DLC.[/p]

• [p]7 maps in the Urban Onslaught DLC.[/p]

[p][/p][h3]Daily Deal[/h3][p]To celebrate the launch of the brand-new Territory Mode, Starship Troopers: Terran Command will take part in a special Daily Deal from October 21st at 7.00pm CEST to October 28th, offering 45% off the base game. It’s the perfect time to enlist and experience the ultimate evolution of the Federation’s war against the Bugs.[/p][p][/p][h3]EGX[/h3][p]fering a sneak peek at the campaigns from the base game and the two DLCs: Raising Hell and Urban Onslaught. Furthermore, the Territory Mode will be available to play, a new, revolutionary game mode that adds a strategic layer of depth to the game.[/p][p]📅 EGX-MCM 2025[/p][p]Date: 24th - 26th October 2024[/p][p]Location: the ExCeL, London[/p][p]
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[p]Next week, the new Territory Mode will become accessible for free to all players on the main game branch. After a period of closed and open beta testing, we are now eager to gather feedback from our broader community while we continue to add more content, features and improvements.[/p][p]A quick recap: Territory Mode offers a new way to play, with a focus on freedom of choice and tactics. It is played on new maps crafted specifically for the game mode. You’ll battle the Arachnids for control of Territory Points - which provide a steady flow of resources - adding a fresh strategic layer to the game.[/p][p][/p][p]A Battle Group consists of a set of units, turrets and abilities, allowing for different strategies and experiences in Territory Mode battles.[/p][p]The currently available Battle Groups:[/p]

• [p]The Ground Pounders: Hardened veterans of the brutal desert war on Kwalasha. Command the classic Mk. II Troopers, blast through bigger problems with Rocket Troopers, and clear the way with various M-11 Marauder variants.[/p]
• [p]The Hell Raisers: A band of fearless mercenaries operating on behalf of the Federation. Wreak havoc with Shredder and Frag Mercs, defend and destroy with the Heavy Drilling Biped, and burn the Bugs down with a flamethrower-equipped M-11 Marauder! (Available to owners of the “Raising Hell” DLC.)[/p]
• [p]The Peacekeepers: The Federation's elite military police. Overwhelm your enemies with the J.A.C. Trooper, protect your forces with Riot Shield Troopers, command the skies with the Pegasus Gunship, and rain down hellfire with the M23 Rainmaker Artillery. (Available to owners of the “Urban Onslaught DLC.)[/p]

[p][/p][p][/p][p]As part of the base game, all players have access to the “Ground Pounders” Battle Group. Each of the current DLCs includes its own Battle Group, which features units from their respective campaigns alongside some units from the base game. [/p][p]Battle Group Technologies[/p][p]Each Battle Group also comes with a set of Technologies, which can be researched in battle to unlock unit types, abilities or enhanced unit performance.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]Once a Battle Group is selected, the Galaxy War screen allows you to choose your next mission. These missions can take you to the base game's desert world, Kwalasha; the volcanic planet of Gehenna; or the cityscape of Managar on planet Varuna. The last two are available only if you own the respective DLCs. Each planet presents its own distinct set of maps, mission objectives and unique Arachnid threats, ensuring every mission feels fresh and challenging.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]Territory Mode features a total of 27 unique maps if you own all the DLC’s:[/p]

• [p]11 maps in the base game.[/p]
• [p]9 maps in the Raising Hell DLC.[/p]
• [p]7 maps in the Urban Onslaught DLC.[/p]

[p]Ownership of any DLC grants access to its specific Battle Group and enables you to play missions with all other Battle Groups on that DLC's planet.[/p][p][/p][p]To succeed in Territory Mode, your primary objective is to capture and hold Territory Points to gain and maintain control of the battlefield. Securing key positions at critical moments is crucial and often determines victory.[/p][p]Be prepared for a fierce fight, as the Arachnids will not give up easily. As the mission progresses, their strength increases. They'll launch relentless counter-attacks, reinforce their territory with stronger units, and construct nests to solidify their control over a position.[/p][p]A new, vital resource is introduced in Territory Mode. You use these resources to purchase units, reinforce squads that have taken casualties, and unlock Technologies. Unlike Supplies, this new resource is not refunded when you take casualties, so spending it wisely is crucial. Territory Points must be captured and held to generate a steady income of resources over time.[/p][p][/p][p]Progress in Territory Mode is tracked individually for each Battle Group. Completing missions gives you access to additional Technologies, and unlocks cosmetic rewards.[/p][p]
Finally, we extend our gratitude to all beta participants for their invaluable contributions in identifying and eliminating bugs. Your dedication was instrumental.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]We’ll see you in battle on the 21st. Service guarantees citizenship![/p][p]
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[p]If you're planning to be in London between October 24th and 26th, 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 RuneQuest: Warlords.[/p][p][/p][p]Starship Troopers: Terran Command will be available for attendees to play at the booth, offering a sneak peek at the campaigns from the base game and the two DLCs: Raising Hell and Urban Onslaught. Furthermore, the Territory Mode will be available to play, a new, revolutionary game mode that adds a strategic layer of depth to the game.[/p][p]RuneQuest: Warlords will be available for attendees to play at the booth, with the demo build including the first 4 missions of the game campaign and the skirmish mode. This build is the first time the public has been given the chance to play, and it will be exclusive to EGX 2025.[/p][p][/p][p]Join us at EGX for an unforgettable weekend![/p][p][/p][p]📅 EGX-MCM 2025[/p][p]Date: 24th - 26th October 2024[/p][p]Location: the ExCeL, London[/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p]

[p]Attention Troopers![/p][p][/p][p]A big update for the Territory Mode is now available on the Open Beta branch. New maps, a brand new progression system - to introduce and unlock content more gradually - as well as dynamic tutorial objectives have been added.[/p][p][/p][p]Currently only a part of the base game’s “Ground Pounders” battle group content is available, but we’ll be updating the mode regularly over the coming weeks, adding more maps, units, technologies and Battle Groups.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]How to join the Beta:[/h3][p]To participate in the beta program, go through the following steps:[/p]

• [p]Right click on Starship Troopers: Terran Command in your Steam Library[/p]
• [p]Click on Properties[/p]
• [p]Click on Betas[/p]
• [p]Click on drop-down menu and select "Beta - Open Beta"[/p]
• [p]Then Steam should automatically update the game and download the beta[/p]

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