D.O.T. Defence News

[h2]Greetings Commanders![/h2]

We’re thrilled to announce that D.O.T. Defence is joining Steam Next Fest with an exciting live showcase! Here’s what’s happening:

[h2]AI Skirmish Battles[/h2]

During Steam Next Fest, our AI Commanders will face off against each other in the Skirmish Mode, with varying levels of difficulty. Watch as they utilize fun tactics, unique powers, and explore a variety of maps. It's a great opportunity to see the diversity of gameplay strategies that D.O.T. Defence offers.

[h2]Tune In for a Sneak Peek[/h2]
Catch the action live and get an insider’s look at how the AI tackles different scenarios, pulls off powerful strategies, and reacts to the ever-changing battlefield.

Try the Demo! Want to experience it firsthand? Be sure to try out the free demo during Steam Next Fest! You’ll be able to jump in, test out your own strategies, and discover how fun and strategic D.O.T. Defence can be.

[h2]What’s Next?[/h2]

We’ll continue refining the gameplay and working on more exciting features to improve your experience. Keep an eye on our future updates!

[h2]Stay Connected![/h2]

Follow us on Twitter, YouTube, and Steam for all the latest updates. Your support means everything to us!

Thank you,
[h2]The RattleAxe Games Team[/h2]

[h2]Greetings, Commanders![/h2]

We’re excited to bring you another update for D.O.T. Defence! Here’s what’s new and improved:


[h3]Localization[/h3]
We’ve added support for new languages:

Chinese French
A language selector is now available in the game menu, and if no language is detected, the game will default to the main menu where you can select the appropriate flag!

[h3]New Maps[/h3]
Explore and conquer our two new maps:

Hue Silo Bridge Maze

[h3]UI and UX Improvements[/h3]
We’ve made key enhancements to improve your experience:
-Redesigned the map select screen for a cleaner layout and improved button colors.
-Improved overall feedback across the UI, ensuring better clarity in key interactions.

[h3]Gameplay Enhancements[/h3]
We’ve refined gameplay flow to speed up downtime and increase strategic depth:
-AI pathfinding now takes distance into account for more tactical movement.
-Trucks now move faster between waves, reducing downtime.

[h3]Map Adjustments[/h3]
We’ve made tweaks to the maps for smoother gameplay:
-Completed tuning of the Bridge Maze for a more balanced challenge.
-Added line drawing for bridges in Mission 2.
-Final path node now automatically rotates to face the last node’s direction.

[h3]Bug Fixes[/h3]

We’ve resolved several bugs to improve overall stability:
-Fixed viewport snap issues for smoother transitions.
-The bridge on Hue Silo is now part of the navigation layer.
-Updated compendium videos and screenshots where needed.
-Fixed "power ready" bark in wave defense.
-Improved mouse UI for player selection.
-Fixed an issue where the player selection slot wasn’t displayed.
-Smoothed out long jump stitching in mouse line drawing.
-Dropdown menus now correctly consume back input.

Also today we're featured during Steam Next Fest! Please check it out and give us a review on our Steam Demo Page, it'll be a huge help to our game.


Stay tuned for more updates! Thank you for your continued support, and keep sharing your feedback, videos, and art as we refine D.O.T. Defence.

Best regards,
The RattleAxe Games Team

[h2]Greetings Commanders![/h2]

We’re thrilled to announce that D.O.T. Defence is joining Steam Next Fest with an exciting live showcase! Here’s what’s happening:

[h2]AI Skirmish Battles[/h2]

During Steam Next Fest, our AI Commanders will face off against each other in the Skirmish Mode, with varying levels of difficulty. Watch as they utilize fun tactics, unique powers, and explore a variety of maps. It's a great opportunity to see the diversity of gameplay strategies that D.O.T. Defence offers.

[h2]Tune In for a Sneak Peek[/h2]
Catch the action live and get an insider’s look at how the AI tackles different scenarios, pulls off powerful strategies, and reacts to the ever-changing battlefield.

Try the Demo! Want to experience it firsthand? Be sure to try out the free demo during Steam Next Fest! You’ll be able to jump in, test out your own strategies, and discover how fun and strategic D.O.T. Defence can be.

[h2]What’s Next?[/h2]

We’ll continue refining the gameplay and working on more exciting features to improve your experience. Keep an eye on our future updates!

[h2]Stay Connected![/h2]

Follow us on Twitter, YouTube, and Steam for all the latest updates. Your support means everything to us!

Thank you,
[h2]The RattleAxe Games Team[/h2]

[h2]Greetings Commanders![/h2]

We’re thrilled to announce that D.O.T. Defence is joining Steam Next Fest with an exciting live showcase! Here’s what’s happening:

[h2]AI Skirmish Battles[/h2]

During Steam Next Fest, our AI Commanders will face off against each other in the Skirmish Mode, with varying levels of difficulty. Watch as they utilize fun tactics, unique powers, and explore a variety of maps. It's a great opportunity to see the diversity of gameplay strategies that D.O.T. Defence offers.

[h2]Tune In for a Sneak Peek[/h2]
Catch the action live and get an insider’s look at how the AI tackles different scenarios, pulls off powerful strategies, and reacts to the ever-changing battlefield.

Try the Demo! Want to experience it firsthand? Be sure to try out the free demo during Steam Next Fest! You’ll be able to jump in, test out your own strategies, and discover how fun and strategic D.O.T. Defence can be.

[h2]What’s Next?[/h2]

We’ll continue refining the gameplay and working on more exciting features to improve your experience. Keep an eye on our future updates!

[h2]Stay Connected![/h2]

Follow us on Twitter, YouTube, and Steam for all the latest updates. Your support means everything to us!

Thank you,
[h2]The RattleAxe Games Team[/h2]

[h3]Greetings Commanders![/h3]
We’re excited to bring you another update for D.O.T. Defence! Here’s what’s new and improved:

[h2]New Features & Improvements[/h2]

[h3]Single Player Missions Added![/h3]
The campaign is here! We’re introducing the first three single-player missions, each offering unique challenges to test your strategy and sharpen your skills:

[h3]Mission 1: [/h3]Ready for action with Paradrops! Your goal: Defend the HQ from relentless assaults.
[h3]Mission 2:[/h3] A timed mission with high stakes. Capture the facility before it wipes out your HQ!
[h3]Mission 3: [/h3]Command a Super Tank and show those Blues who’s in charge!


[h3]New Trailer[/h3]

Our new trailer showcases a lot of the above missions and how you can go about picking and choosing the levels! We're especially happy to implement the previously mentioned Possession mechanic! Check it out!
[previewyoutube][/previewyoutube]



[h3]Turret Buffs[/h3]
Turrets are now more powerful! We’ve increased their Time to Kill (TTK) to make them deadlier, ensuring a more satisfying defense experience.


[h3]New Portraits[/h3]
New character portraits have been added! You can now choose from additional AI and female portraits, offering more personalization options for your commander.

[h3]General Animation Updates[/h3]
Our UI has received a facelift with smoother animations, making it more fluid and responsive. The game feels sharper and more polished than ever before!

[h3]Quality of Life Enhancements [/h3]

[h3]Additional Tooltips[/h3]
To improve accessibility, we’ve added more tooltips throughout the game. These will help you quickly grasp key mechanics and features, whether you’re a new player or a seasoned veteran.

[h3]General Optimizations[/h3]
We’ve enhanced pathfinding and unit handling to improve overall movement, making your units more responsive and agile on the battlefield.


[h2]What’s Coming Up?[/h2]
We’ve been gearing up for Steam Next Fest and other game festivals! Expect more exciting features, announcements, and improvements in the coming weeks as we continue to refine and expand D.O.T. Defence. We've also been hard at work continuing on localization, with the furthest progress on French, so stay tuned for that fellow francophones!

[h3]Stay Connected![/h3]

We couldn’t do this without you. Your support helps us grow, so keep making videos, art, and sharing your experiences with D.O.T. Defence. Be sure to follow our youtube, twitter and tiktok channels! Together, we’ll build something amazing!


Best regards,
The RattleAxe Games Team