Turn-based strategy in which you lead a heroic defense of Ukraine under siege by the despicable Russian Z force. Outmaneuver an endless deluge of enemies using combined infantry-and-armor tactics to survive against all odds.
The turn-based combat system allows players to quickly grasp the basics, yet offers enough depth and strategic complexity to remain engaging even after many hours of play. A key mechanic is the ability to pick up "Action Points" from defeated enemies, enabling players to potentially chain multiple moves and attacks in a single turn, creating dynamic tactical situations.
Stratagems are special abilities that can dramatically alter the course of a battle. For example, players can call in precision drone strikes, disrupt enemy supply lines, or even alter fundamental gameplay mechanics. Carefully timing and deploying these Stratagems is crucial to outmaneuvering the relentless enemy forces.
Players can unlock new unit types and gradually upgrade their existing forces, allowing them to customize their strategy and army composition. Upgrading stats like HP, damage, and mobility provides a tangible sense of progression and empowerment as the player's forces become stronger.
The core gameplay loop revolves around surviving for as long as possible against an endless onslaught of Russian invaders. With the enemy forces steadily growing in size and firepower, players must make the most of their limited resources and units through clever tactical play to hold out as long as they can. Capturing enemy outposts provides a helpful objective, but the true challenge lies in managing the overwhelming enemy numbers.
The game's environments, featuring buildings, forests, and other terrain, provide meaningful tactical options. For instance, infantry can take cover inside buildings, with the structures gradually taking damage instead of the soldiers. Tanks can push through forests, gaining cover but sacrificing mobility. Leveraging these environmental factors is key to surviving the onslaught.