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❤ Tactical Turn-Based Combat

Players lead a squad of up to 18 customizable mercenaries in intricate, turn-based battles. The combat system features an elevation mechanic that affects hit chance, as well as counter-attacks, attacks of opportunity, ranged combat, and a flanking system where unit positioning is crucial. Reviewers praise the depth and complexity of the combat, which demands careful planning and strategic decision-making to overcome challenging opponents.

❤ Character Progression and Customization

The game offers a robust character progression system, allowing players to choose from various mercenary classes and backgrounds, each with unique proficiencies and skills. As characters level up, they earn perk points that unlock over 180 unique abilities, enabling players to create highly specialized and diverse mercenary squads. Reviewers highlight the flexibility and depth of this system, which enables a wide range of viable character builds and playstyles.

❤ Open-World Exploration and Contracts

Players are free to explore the open-world region of the Midlands, taking on contracts, encountering random events, and pursuing their personal quest to defeat the arena champions. Reviewers appreciate the sense of freedom and agency this open-world design provides, as well as the variety of activities and objectives available to players.

❤ Resource Management and Base Building

In addition to tactical combat and character progression, the game incorporates resource management and base building elements. Players must carefully manage the food, supplies, and funds needed to sustain their mercenary company, as well as upgrade their base camp to improve their capabilities. Reviewers note that this additional layer of strategy and challenge helps to create a compelling and well-rounded gameplay experience.