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]

[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!
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[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

[h3]Greetings Commanders![/h3]

We’re happy to bring you our third exciting update for D.O.T. Defence! Here’s what’s new:

[h3]Dyslexia-Friendly Font:[/h3] We’ve switched to a new dyslexia-friendly font. Not only does it enhance readability, but we’ve also come to love the new look. We hope it makes your experience even smoother.


[h3]Campaign Missions:[/h3] We’ve begun work on the game’s campaign! These missions will guide players through essential skills and strategies, teaching you how to effectively master the game.


[h3]Interactive Environment - Bridges: [/h3]You can now interact with bridges in the environment! Blow them up to hinder enemy advances or repair them to guide your forces in a more tactical approach. Strategic use of bridges will now become key in your defense.



[h3]New Commander Ability - Paradrop:[/h3] Paratroopers have arrived! Use the new Paradrop ability to bring reinforcements into battle. Be aware, though—one recruit is still learning the ropes, so they may jump a little early!



[h2]Exciting Features in Testing[/h2]

[h3]Special Unit Control: [/h3]We’re currently testing a feature that may allow for direct control of a special unit! It’s still in the early stages, so we’ll reveal more in future updates. Stay tuned!


[h3]Super Structures:[/h3] We’re also testing super structures that you’ll need to capture. These structures will come with special win conditions, adding a fresh layer of strategy to the game. They’re not available just yet as we need to playtest them further, but they’re on the horizon!



[h2]Tileset and Biomes[/h2]

[h3]Bog Biome: [/h3]We’re testing a new biome—bogs. Units and vehicles will move slower in these swampy areas, adding a new layer of challenge. On the flip side, vehicles will speed up when moving on roads.


[h2]Tuning and Balancing[/h2]

We’ve done significant balancing and tuning for various structures, powers, and units to complement new commander abilities. Expect smoother gameplay and more strategic possibilities.


[h2]Taunt System[/h2]

[h3]New Taunt System:[/h3] Taunts are now available in the main menu and on the scoreboard. We’re testing out female voice options for these, so be sure to check them out and let us know what you think!


[h3]What’s Next?[/h3]

We’ll continue refining the campaign missions, expand on commander abilities, and work toward introducing these exciting new features. Additionally, we’re focusing on leaderboards and improving the game’s accessibility through localization.

[h3]Stay Connected![/h3]

Follow us on Twitter, YouTube, and Steam for the latest updates. Your feedback keeps us going strong!

[h3]Thank You![/h3]

Your ongoing support is invaluable. Keep playing, reviewing, and sharing D.O.T. Defence with your friends!

Best regards,

The RattleAxe Games Team

Greetings Commanders!


We're excited to share the latest updates for D.O.T. Defence!

• New Art
  Railgun and Sniper Turrets: We've updated the visuals and sound effects for these turrets
  
  Flamethrower Turret: The flamethrower has undergone a redesign to improve its visual appeal and function (burrowing underground)
  
• Sound Improvements
  Numerous sound enhancements have been made to improve overall audio quality and immersion.
  
• Tileset Updates
  We've continued to expand and refine the new tileset, with new roadlines and guard rails!
  
• New Feature
  Superboss Tank: Prepare for a new challenge! A formidable superboss tank may now appear during wave defense.
  
• New Voices
  Zombies: Zombies now have their own voices!
  
• New Trailer
  With these exciting updates, we've also recut a new trailer! Check it out below and be sure to share it with your friends!
  

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[h2]What’s Next?[/h2]
We’re working on adding new units, introducing different factions, expanding commander abilities, and creating a fun campaign to help you learn the game’s mechanics. We're also exploring leaderboards and localization options to make the game accessible to a wider audience.

Follow us on Twitter, YouTube, or right here on Steam for the latest news and updates.

[h3]Thank You![/h3]

Your support is essential to our journey. Keep playing, reviewing, and sharing D.O.T DEFENCE with your friends. Every bit of feedback helps us make the game even better!

Best regards,
The RattleAxe Games Team

Greetings Commanders!

We're excited to share the latest updates for D.O.T. Defence!

:wrench: New Features & Improvements

- Added map preview art: We've added a system to display a simplified preview when you're selecting a map. This will let you better view what to expect when you jump into the game. More maps in general are to come!


-Updated Tileset: We've enhanced the visuals with new isocubes to better convey depth and improve readability. So far this is a first pass at the new system, but it's more modular than ever and will let us decorate the heck out of our current and future maps!



-Wave Defense Leaderboard System: This feature is still being developed, however if you or other friends over steam wish to battle for the highest score in our PvE mode, now you can! At the end of a match, press the Y button to toggle the leaderboard list next to your overall score.


-New Buildings: Introducing a streamlined design for our buildings. The updated assets are more intuitive and easier to understand at a glance.


-Hover Tooltip: Added a hover tooltip feature for bonus tiles. When you hover over a bonus tile for 1 second, a descriptive tooltip will pop up to help you make informed decisions.


-Zoom In System: A new zoom-in feature has been added to the tutorial, making it easier to follow along and understand the gameplay mechanics.


-UI Animation Changes: We've refined UI animations for a smoother, more cohesive experience. Expect more fluid transitions and visual feedback throughout the game.

What’s Next?

We're planning exciting updates including new units, different factions, expanded commander abilities, and a fun campaign to gradually teach you the game’s mechanics. We’re also looking into different localization options! Follow us on Twitter, YouTube, or right here on Steam for the latest news.

Thank You!

Your support is crucial to our journey. Keep playing, reviewing, and sharing D.O.T. Defence with your friends. Each bit of feedback helps us make the game even better!

Best regards,

The RattleAxe Games Team