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Steel Swarm: APOCALYPSE is a tank-battling destructive MOBA that will have Steam Deck support

Steel Swarm: APOCALYPSE is an upcoming MOBA from Clay Token Game Studio, Inc. that might actually manage to pull in some players where others have failed, thanks to the vehicle combat and grand scale compared with other games.

Read the full article here: https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2025/04/steel-swarm-apocalypse-is-a-tank-battling-destructive-moba-that-will-have-steam-deck-support/

🎮 Steel Swarm: Apocalypse is Coming to Steam Deck!




Very soon, you’ll be able to experience the game in the palm of your hands — with full performance. 🕹️
And this is not just a port — SSA will be one of the few competitive PvP and MOBA games you can play on Steam Deck!

Our team is currently in the process of intense testing and optimization to ensure the game runs smoothly on handheld devices, both technically and in terms of gameplay.
[h2]🧠 Why Steam Deck?[/h2]
Steam Deck offers not only portability, but also introduces a new way of experiencing modern gaming habits.

We are focusing on this platform to let our players experience SSA freely, wherever and however they like.
[h2]⚙️ What Are We Working On?[/h2]
  • Adapting controls for Steam Deck ergonomics
  • Adjusting UI scaling and button sensitivity
  • Testing battery-friendly performance modes
  • Targeting smooth FPS even in 5v5 PvP matches
[h2]🧪 Test Progress and Goals[/h2]
  • Our demo build is currently running at around 60 FPS in internal tests
  • Our goal: to achieve Steam Deck Verified or at least Playable status
[h2]📌 Final Words[/h2]
Steam Deck support is more than just a technical adjustment —
it's a major step toward delivering a freely playable SSA experience.

Stay tuned — more updates are on the way! 💥
[h2]📥 Join the Resistance[/h2]

STEEL SWARM APOCALYPSE Patch Notes 2025_4_3

[h2]Free XBT Rotation:[/h2]
  • Freedom
  • Sphinx
  • Panther
  • Inso
  • Khan



[h2]⚙️ General Fixes & Improvements[/h2]

  • Fixed bot getting stuck in practice mode
  • Fixed incorrect team assignment in launcher match statistics
  • Reverted Steam Next Fest XP multiplier
  • Added Mantis icon to the minimap and announcement on spawn
  • Fixed issue where friends list and chat were not connecting


[h2] ːsteamthisː Drone & Mine Fixes[/h2]

  • Fixed mine and invisibility issues related to Mine Drone relocation
  • Fixed Mega Mine Drone exploding immediately upon becoming visible


[h2]💀 XBT & Visual Effects[/h2]

  • Fixed missing explosion effects on certain XBTs and added Xalium VFX
  • Fixed issue where Sphinx’s charge visual effect remained on screen after death


[h2]🧠 UI & Controls[/h2]

  • Changed free camera key to Alt
  • Removed Middle Mouse as freecam key
  • Set Middle Mouse to be click-to-move input
  • Increased XBT infrared visibility aura range from 12.4 to 16


[h2]🔊 Sound Effects (SFX)[/h2]

  • Added new gear sound effects:

    • Repair Kit
    • Radar Kit
    • Airlocking Gear
    • Stun Immunity Gear
    • Shield Gear
    • Counterfire Gear
    • Engine Stop Gear
    • Teleport Gear
    • Cold Blood Gear
    • Optical Invisibility Start


  • Extended teleport sound effect and made it audible to other players
  • Streetwalk sign ambience sound



SSA TEAM

STEEL SWARM: APOCALYPSE – PATCH NOTES 2025_4_2

[h3]🖱️ Right Click[h3]
  • Players can now right-click on either the minimap or the main game screen to instantly command their XBT to move to that location.
  • This feature allows for faster and more intuitive unit control, especially in high-pressure combat scenarios.
  • It works seamlessly with both standard and free camera modes.



[h3]🎮 Gameplay & Mechanics[/h3]
  • Support Kit bonus increased from +20% → +30%
  • Context menu added to Match History
  • Overhead HP Bar visuals implemented:

    • Two long bars span 20,000 HP
    • Two short bars span 4,000 HP


[h3]🎯 Bug Fixes[/h3]
  • Fixed issue where projectiles could still hit units after being destroyed (Queen double damage bug)
  • Fixed Firefly Pitch Black ignite bug
  • Fixed issue where some players’ match end progression was not processed


[h3]🔊 Audio & Visual[/h3]
  • All SFX are now spatially correct and synced with free camera movement
  • XBT Sprocket rotation improved for visual consistency
  • XBT Box unlock animation chip now rotates


[h3]🤖 AI & Pathfinding[/h3]
  • AI units no longer get stuck on impassable areas (e.g., waterfalls)
  • Bots now take cross-country movement penalties into account
  • Miscellaneous pathfinding improvements


— SSA TEAM

Obelisk Approaches

  • He is the first geist
  • He made the first contract
  • He executed the first massacre



[h3] 🜂 Obelisk is coming.[/h3]

Prepare for impact.

Steel Swarm: Apocalypse welcomes its most ruthless XBT yet— one that embodies annihilation and silence with every strike.

🔥 Stay tuned for the reveal trailer.

https://steelswarm.net/news/Obelisk.html

SSA TEAM