An addictive mix of strategic combat and army building, with the precision of an RPG. Design your squad members' exact build of equipment and talents to create unique fireteam combinations. Step into the pilot suit of a Leviathan mech, lead the Templar Knights in turn-based tactical warfare.
Players control a squad of Templar soldiers, each with unique abilities and equipment, and must strategically position them and use their skills to defeat enemy forces in turn-based tactical combat on a grid-based map. The game features a free-flowing turn system, allowing players to take actions with each character in any order they choose.
As players complete missions, they earn experience and research points to unlock new Templar classes, upgrade existing classes with new abilities and gear, and equip their soldiers with an array of weapons, armor, and other equipment. This deep progression system enables players to tailor their squad to their preferred playstyle, whether that's a heavily armored frontline assault force, a long-range sniper team, or a balanced mix of specialists.
The Templars pilot powerful Leviathan Battle Suits, granting them immense strength and abilities in combat. Additionally, they can access the ancestral memories of their lineage, enhancing their tactical acumen and combat skills - unique sci-fi elements that add depth to the gameplay.
Missions present players with a variety of challenging scenarios, such as assaults on enemy strongholds, defensive last stands, infiltration behind enemy lines, and territory control. Partially obscured maps force cautious exploration and reaction to enemy reinforcements and hidden threats, requiring careful positioning, ability use, and heat management.
Players face a range of enemy types, including the alien Xenos, rogue human factions, and the ancient Narvidians, each with unique abilities and behaviors that demand different tactical approaches to overcome.
With its deep progression systems, varied mission types, and randomized enemy placements, the game offers considerable replayability. Players can experiment with different squad compositions and strategies, leading to emergent gameplay experiences as they adapt to the changing challenges.