It Takes a War News

[p]I can you see you raising that eyebrow. The blend of aesthetics here has you all confused, doesn't it? But let me tell you: this might be one of the most thematically on point bundles Steam has ever seen. [/p][p][/p][p]The It Takes ｡༅:*ﾟ*:✼✿Love✿✼:*ﾟ*:༅｡ bundle includes:[/p][p][/p][p]Don’t Stop, Girlypop!, a Y2k arena movement shooter where standing still is not an option! The faster you move, the more damage you deal and the more you heal, so ❤ Just ❤ Don’t ❤ Stop ❤ Moving! ❤[/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink]and, of course, It Takes a War:

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If you already own either game, you’ll still be able to take advantage of the bundle. Instead of buying the full thing, however, you’ll be given the option to complete the set and receive a 10% discount on the other title. Rejoice! [/p]

[p]Oh hello again. A few bits and pieces for you today, as we approach one week since the release of the game. Firstly - after a bit of a delay which prevented us getting this out the door for launch - the Supporting Fire DLC is now available. [/p][p][/p][h2]Cover us, we're going in! [/h2][p][/p][p]A LITTLE NOTE: Supporting Fire is a way for players to show their support for the development team and any ongoing support for the game. It's a tip jar of sorts - not a huge content update to the game. As a thank you, however, we'll furnish you with the Supporting Fire Weapon Skins - a set of incredibly obnoxious skins for each of the weapons in the game. You'll be the talk of TDM_FILTH. [/p][p][/p][p]
[/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][h2]The Full Connection Edition[/h2][p]For those yet to pick up the game, you can now purchase ITAW + Supporting Fire in one handy package, which also comes with our eternal gratitude.
[/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][h2]We've hit 100 Steam Reviews! ːsteamthumbsupː[/h2][p]Finally, yesterday we crossed the 100 Steam review threshold, with sentiment currently sitting at 92% positive. Again, a HUGE thank you to everybody that has taken the time to share their thoughts on the game - even (especially!?) those of you that didn't get on with it. Contrasting opinions on the game were always expected our side, but it's been amazing to see so many people connect with the subject matter. [/p][p]
Next stop: 200 reviews!
[/p][p]Until next time,

Pantaloon & Thomas[/p]

[p]It's been 48 hours (or thereabouts) since the release of It Takes a War, and we've just hit the Very Positive Steam rating, with 94% positive reviews. [/p][p]To everybody that has played the game and taken the time to share their thoughts: huge thanks. [/p][p]It Takes a War is a game that - more so than others - relies on word of mouth, and so your Steam reviews are incredibly important to us. Keep 'em coming! [/p][p][/p][p]We expect ITAW to be somewhat divisive. We know it's not going to be what some people expect. And that's fine! That said, lots of people have been saying lots of very nice things about the game. This review from Rogue.site in particular just gets it, so I wanted to share a little quote. [/p][p]"I don’t want to talk about It Takes a War because It Takes a War is an experience that I don’t want to take away from anyone. I want to talk about It Takes a War with everyone I can because it is a powerfully moving piece of art. I am both of these things.[/p][p]...It Takes a War is an utterly forgettable FPS. I haven’t stopped thinking about It Takes a War since I beat it."[/p][p]Rogue[/p][p][/p][p]Other nice words that have been said:
[/p][p]ːsteamthumbsupː "The team-based tactical shooter genre has never felt more realistic."
ːsteamthumbsupː "Absolutely play this and look up nothing"[/p][p]ːsteamthumbsupː "An experience that I didn't think would hit as hard as it did but it did!"[/p][p]ːsteamthumbsupː "this ♥♥♥♥ is too real man."[/p][p]ːsteamthumbsupː "Go in with no expectations and ready to be taken on a journey and you won't be disappointed"[/p][p]ːsteamthumbsupː "I shot a rat until it exploded"[/p][p][/p][p]A few people have been experiencing issues with textures not loading properly upon loading into the game - a problem that should be now fixed with the arrival of the 1.01 update, which Thomas rolled out earlier today. Thanks for your patience while this has been sorted. We'll be keeping a close ear to the ground for anything else that might crop up as we continue to support the game post release. [/p][p][/p][p]If you've finished the game and want to exchange stories from your time in combat, please join us on Discord. [/p][p][/p][p] [/p][p]Thanks once again, and until next time,

Pantaloon & Thomas[/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p]

[p]The servers are spun up. The arsenal is stocked. The enemy is lining up at the frontline. [/p][p]
It's time to connect. [/p][p][/p][p]It Takes a War - which is OUT NOW! - has been confusing players and journalists a-like since it was announced in September. “Was the game made in 2001 or is it set in 2001?”, “So is just that one map like?" and “What tf am I looking at!?” are all things that have been asked since then. [/p][p][/p][p]Missed the latest trailer? Because it basically doesn’t clear any of those questions up at all. It makes things more confusing, if anything.[/p][p][/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][p][/p][h2]A Quick But Important Note[/h2][p]If possible, we recommend making sure you have enough time to play It Takes a War in one session as to not disappoint your teammates. A single playthrough of It Takes a War consists of around 45-60 minutes of playtime - so reserve that time in full, if you're able. [/p][p][/p][h2]Oh yeah, The Demo's staying up btw!
[/h2][p][/p][p]Undecided? Want to check out a short, self-contained prelude to It Takes a War? Good news! It Takes a War: Demo Drills: The Director's Cut will remain live post launch, so you can check this out at any point. [/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][h2]The Five-A-Side Bundle [/h2][p][/p][p][/p][p]We're mega-chuffed to be partnering with Julián Cordero, Sebastian Valbuena and the fine folks at Panic for the Five-A-Side Bundle; a package bringing Despelote and It Takes a War under one roof. [/p][p][/p][p]Slice-of-life soccer adventure and team-based tactical shooter. What an unlikely pair!? But what if I told you there are deeper thematic ties here than first meets the eye? Noughties nostalgia, friendship, and a longing for connection. [/p][p][/p][p]Launch day, everyone!
[/p][p]Thank you to everyone and anyone who decides to check the game out (yes, even you). I put a lot of hard work into this project and I really appreciate the support I've received so far.
[/p][p]If you end up enjoying It Takes a War, please feel free to leave a review. I’m always very anxious to share my work with people, but despite that I would still love to know what you thought! Unless it's something bad, in that case I'd rather you send a handwritten letter if that's okay. An insult is always easier to swallow when you can see the person's handwriting.
[/p][p]I don't expect this game to necessarily be as much of a "crowd-pleaser" as THE CORRIDOR, but it's just as personal to me (if not more) and so if it resonates with even a few of you I'll consider it a job well done.
[/p][p]Stay connected out there! Or don't, whatever's best for you.
[/p][p]Thomas
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[h2]Mark your calendar! Conflict is calling![/h2][p]It Takes a War will launch on November 6th, which - at time of writing - is a mere two weeks away. We announced the release date in today's Galaxies Showcase event, with a brand new trailer... [/p][p][/p][h2]Watch the new Angry Shark trailer! [/h2][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][p]Just ignore the stuff that happens at the end there. A technical thing we couldn't remove from the edit in time. It's fine. Don't worry. [/p][h2]
We're keeping the Demo up, btw[/h2][p]So if you missed your chance to play during Steam Next Fest, fret not. You can still play now! Wonderful![/p][p][/p][p]Two weeks to go, then! Do a wishlist and all will be right with the world.
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