Dev Diary #35: MENACE Demo Launches September 29, 2025
Hey folks, we're incredibly excited to announce that the MENACE demo is going live on September 29, 2025. Check out the release map below to see when the demo goes live for you in your region.
We’re locking in the last updates and fixes as we head into the demo's launch. We know that releasing a demo means a flood of feedback and bug reports, which is why it’s being released on a Monday. With the full team in place, we’ll be ready to tackle issues, answer your questions on Discord, and most importantly, see all of you enjoy the demo.
[h2]What to Expect[/h2][hr][/hr]The demo offers a focused slice of the game with one operation, squad management, missions, and combat.
[h3]Operations and Replayability[/h3]Operations consist of multiple missions on a desert biome planet, giving you access to the tactical layer of the game. They are procedurally generated from a pool of ten mission types, so you can replay them as often as you like, even within this demo slice. Different operations can branch into multiple paths leading to the final mission
[h3]Squad Management[/h3]You’ll have six squad leaders to build your team, supported by a wide range of infantry weapons, special weapons, armor, and accessories. Leaders can be upgraded through promotions, and you can draw from a limited pool of squaddies in the upper left of the loadout screen to expand your squads.
[h3]Mission Prep[/h3]Mission prep lets you position squads within the deployment zone, adjust loadouts if you’re over or under the supply limit shown in the bottom left, and then launch into combat.
[h3]Combat[/h3]Once planetside, you’ll face the pirate faction, working to keep your squads alive while completing the mission objective.
We introduced the pirates back in Dev Diary #10:
https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/2432860/view/534342772300185778
[h2]Engage, Explore, and Stay Informed[/h2][hr][/hr]That's it for now! We can’t wait to see you jump in and experience MENACE for yourself on September 29.
You can find us on Discord, BlueSky, Twitter, YouTube, Facebook, and Reddit for discussions, updates, and feedback. You can also subscribe to our monthly MENACE newsletter on our website — just scroll to the bottom of the page to sign up.
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We’re locking in the last updates and fixes as we head into the demo's launch. We know that releasing a demo means a flood of feedback and bug reports, which is why it’s being released on a Monday. With the full team in place, we’ll be ready to tackle issues, answer your questions on Discord, and most importantly, see all of you enjoy the demo.
[h2]What to Expect[/h2][hr][/hr]The demo offers a focused slice of the game with one operation, squad management, missions, and combat.
[h3]Operations and Replayability[/h3]Operations consist of multiple missions on a desert biome planet, giving you access to the tactical layer of the game. They are procedurally generated from a pool of ten mission types, so you can replay them as often as you like, even within this demo slice. Different operations can branch into multiple paths leading to the final mission
[h3]Squad Management[/h3]You’ll have six squad leaders to build your team, supported by a wide range of infantry weapons, special weapons, armor, and accessories. Leaders can be upgraded through promotions, and you can draw from a limited pool of squaddies in the upper left of the loadout screen to expand your squads.
Note: Supplies are limited, so not every squad can enter battle fully equipped.
[h3]Mission Prep[/h3]Mission prep lets you position squads within the deployment zone, adjust loadouts if you’re over or under the supply limit shown in the bottom left, and then launch into combat.
Note: Hovering over enemy squads can provide you with the type of unit you'll be up against.
[h3]Combat[/h3]Once planetside, you’ll face the pirate faction, working to keep your squads alive while completing the mission objective.
We introduced the pirates back in Dev Diary #10:
https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/2432860/view/534342772300185778
[h2]Engage, Explore, and Stay Informed[/h2][hr][/hr]That's it for now! We can’t wait to see you jump in and experience MENACE for yourself on September 29.
You can find us on Discord, BlueSky, Twitter, YouTube, Facebook, and Reddit for discussions, updates, and feedback. You can also subscribe to our monthly MENACE newsletter on our website — just scroll to the bottom of the page to sign up.
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