Overview

Released in 1993, this game is a tactical shooter developed by DMA Design Limited, known today as Rockstar North, famous for the Grand Theft Auto series. It is a squad-based strategy game set on a distant planet where players control a team of mercenaries tasked with completing various missions.

Gameplay

The game incorporates a top-down perspective where players navigate through terrains filled with enemies and obstacles. With a unique real-time strategy element, players control four characters simultaneously or individually for tactical positioning and combat. Each mercenary has distinct abilities and attributes, requiring players to utilize their strengths strategically.

Development

Developed for the Amiga and PC, the game was a significant project for DMA Design Limited during the early ’90s. Known for its innovative approach to squad control and resource management under a cyberpunk atmosphere, it was a precursor to modern team-based shooters and strategy games.

Legacy

At the time, the game received attention for its complex mechanics and engaging gameplay. Despite being somewhat overshadowed by more mainstream titles in later years, it maintained a cult following among strategy game enthusiasts who appreciated its depth and challenge.