Terminator: Dark Fate - Defiance News

Dear Players,

We have an important update regarding the release date for Terminator: Dark Fate - Defiance.
It is with sincere regret that we announce the delay of the game's launch, previously slated for December 7th.

The new release date is now set for February 21st, 2024.

We understand that this news might come as a disappointment to many of you, however, this decision was made to ensure that we deliver a meticulously crafted and polished gaming experience.

Our team believes that dedicating a few additional weeks to refine, polish, and resolve any existing bugs will significantly enhance the overall quality of the game. We strongly believe in the potential of this game and think you're going to love it. That's why we're doing our best to create the smoothest and most enjoyable experience for you to play.

The extended timeline allows us to focus on crucial aspects such as multiplayer testing, implementing more quality of life improvements, and addressing specific issues raised by our community, such as performance-related concerns. This includes enhancements to server infrastructure for improved global coverage and addressing issues with non-discrete video card selection, tutorial screens, and problems encountered with ultra-wide resolutions.

We appreciate your patience and support during this period of refinement. We are committed to delivering a game that exceeds your expectations and thank you for your understanding regarding this necessary delay.
Stay tuned for further updates and insights into the progress of Terminator: Dark Fate - Defiance as we work tirelessly to bring you an exceptional gaming experience on February 21st, 2024.
And please do keep up to date with the game on our Discord channel for more direct communication and updates as we move closer to the launch date.

Sincerely,
Slitherine Ltd.

The machines are merciless, and the future looks dismal.

Just one month to go. On December 7th brace yourselves for the epic release of Terminator: Dark Fate - Defiance, where you'll dive headfirst into the world of resistance, action, and survival.



For the most recent news, trailers, and gameplay tips, be sure to join the Discord. We intend to unveil additional information about the game, so be sure not to miss any of the thrilling specifics.

So, mark your calendars for December 7th, rally your friends, and get ready to defy the future.

We firstly wanted to express our gratitude to everyone who was able to download and use the demo last week. For us, it has been a huge success seeing so many individuals playing and enjoying the demo. Moreover, it gave us the opportunity to collect a lot of feedback that we will use to improve the game.

The demo missions only offered a glimpse of what to expect, which might not have given you the best representation of how action-packed and exciting this game is. However, we hope this piqued your interest and that you're looking forward to playing more upon the release.

Today we wanted to share with you some of the things we learned from the demo feedback and our plans for the future to make the game better before it is released.


Story and script
Some players found the initial demo missions to be somewhat scripted. These early missions were designed to introduce players to the game's story, but we want to assure you that, starting from Mission 3, you'll encounter more open missions with RPG elements. You'll have the freedom to make your own decisions and shape the story as you progress. Additionally, we're exploring options to allow players to skip early missions, especially for those who have already played them in the demo.

Cutscenes
One of the strengths of Terminator: Dark Fate - Defiance is its deep narrative-driven gameplay, which immerses players in the storytelling. The cutscenes in the early missions help you become fully engaged in the single-player campaign. However, if you're craving more action, you can jump into the skirmish mode!

Defensive nature of the missions
We are aware that the first three missions have a defensive nature, and since they are the introductory ones they don't represent the actual mission structure through the rest of the game. Consider these missions as opportunities to learn the game's mechanics and familiarise yourself with the game world. It's the beginning of the game and it lays the groundwork for what's to come.

Tutorials
We've noticed that many players struggled with the basic mechanics. To address this, we are adding in additional tutorial information that can be accessed, which helps teach the basics of unit control.

Performance
We understand that some of you have experienced performance issues, and we are actively optimising the game. While we are working on these optimizations, we recommend always checking the system requirements for a smoother gameplay experience in the meantime.

Interface
We've observed player confusion regarding vehicle identification, especially distinguishing between allied and abandoned vehicles. To address this, we're planning to implement player units and vehicles, enemy units and friendly AI controlled units.


We want to express our gratitude for the valuable feedback you've provided. It's instrumental in helping us enhance the game before release. Stay tuned for more exciting updates ahead!

The Steam Next Fest has officially begun and the first demo for Terminator: Dark Fate - Defiance is now accessible, giving you a unique opportunity to dive into it.
Visit the Terminator: Dark Fate - Defiance Steam page, and with a simple click on the "Download Demo" button, you can embark on your journey.

[h2]What is included in the demo[/h2]
The demo features:

• 3 Single-Player Campaign missions. The missions encompass the first campaign levels, teaching the basics of the game and introducing the players to a post-apocalyptic world with its three distinct factions: Founders, Legion, and Movement.
  

• 1 Skirmish map. The demo focuses on Assault Mode. This mode allows players to select either the Founders or Legion factions - the objective being to attack or defend an Underground Base.
  

[h2]What you will find upon release[/h2]
Major features in the full release of Terminator: Dark Fate - Defiance will include:

• Multiple-choice campaign options
  
• Branching dialogue
  
• Events and mission objectives
  
• Army management screen, which allows players to upgrade character skills, weapons, and armour for squads and vehicles, plus unit customization and buying and selling manpower, equipment, and supplies.
  

Additionally, the full game will feature Domination Mode maps, permitting distinct reinforcement rules for each of the three factions.

[h2]Live streams incoming[/h2]
We will be hosting a marathon stream of the skirmish map included in the demo, live on the official Slitherine Twitch channel on Friday, October 13th, featuring:

• Richard Yorke at 6 PM BST
  
• Hexaboo at 8 PM BST
  
• Yogdog at 10 PM BST
  

Prepare to download, play, and enjoy yourself.

The Terminator: Dark Fate - Defiance demo skirmish map focuses on Assault Mode. This mode allows players to select either the Founders or Legion factions - the objective being to attack or defend an Underground Base.

We will be hosting a marathon stream of the skirmish map included in the demo, live on the official Slitherine Twitch channel on Friday, October 13th, featuring:

• Richard Yorke at 6 PM BST
  
• Hexaboo at 8 PM BST
  
• Yogdog at 10 PM BST