Horde Co-op Mode now playable in the CERC HQ branch
[p]We’re nearing the final stretch of Phase 1 of the rebuild — just 1–2 weeks to go — and to celebrate the milestone, we're opening up access to the Experimental Horde Co-op Mode for all players during the Steam Summer Sale![/p][p]This is the biggest gameplay update yet for Cepheus Protocol, and it's fully playable today.[/p][hr][/hr][h3]🔥 What’s Included[/h3]![]()
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[/carousel][p]More Operator customization will come online going into next week for Weapons. We will be adding more weapons on a per week basis as we finish phase 1.[/p][hr][/hr][h3]🌁 Half Moon Bay Map & Test Recommendation[/h3][p]The Half Moon Bay Horde map is available in this build for early testing, but we recommend using the "Co-op Horde" test map for the smoothest experience. Half Moon Bay is in active iteration and may contain incomplete elements.[/p][hr][/hr][h3]📅 What’s Next?[/h3]
[/p][h3]💬 Topics We'll Cover:[/h3]
- [p]A brand-new Horde Mode Co-op experience to serve as the "base" of our Rebuild[/p]
- [p]Supports up to 16 players in seamless RTS/TPS hybrid combat[/p]
- [p]Experimental rebuild under the new "cerc-hq-public" branch[/p]
- [p]Buggy but playable - we're working on it every day, and we need your feedback![/p]
- [p]Right-click Cepheus Protocol Experimental Branch (Granted when you buy the base game) in your Steam Library[/p]
- [p]Click Properties > Betas[/p]
- [p]Choose cerc-hq-public from the dropdown[/p]
- [p]Let Steam update the build and launch the game[/p]
- [p]Select a unit flagged as an Operator[/p]
- [p]Open the console (typically with ~ or Tab)[/p]
- [p]Type:[/p]
PossessFirstOperator
[p]This will instantly take control of the first free Operator in your selection.[/p]
- [p]Q - Order units to move to location you are looking at (Double tapping it issues a run order) for current Squad[/p]
- [p]E - Order units to execute an Attack Order for current Squad[/p]
- [p]V - Cancel any current squad orders[/p][p][/p][carousel]
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- [p]Final Phase 1 polish and UI push[/p]
- [p]Polishing Operator Customization & Leveling System[/p]
- [p]Half Moon Bay iteration + Horde mode balancing[/p]
- [p]Expanded Doctrines & DNA Research (Phase 2)[/p]
- [p]💬 Drop in on our Discord for a faster feedback loop![/p]
- [p]🗺️ Post on our steam forums we'll do our best to keep up to date![/p]
🎙️ Next CERC HQ (Podcast) Details
[p]🕔 When: June 28, 2025 – 3 PM EST (New Time!) [/p][p]📺 Where to Watch:[/p]- [p]YouTube Livestream[/p]
- [p]Discord Server[/p]
- [p]Steam Page[/p]
- [p]Co-op Progress[/p]
- [p]Total Revamp based on Community Feedback[/p]
- [p]Level Design Updates[/p]
- [p]YouTube VOD Playlist[/p]
- [p]Spotify Podcast Archive (VODs may take 24 hours to appear)[/p][p][/p]